WDW DEATH MARCH

This is a story that came from John Curry who was Walt’s first employee for Walt Disney World. Curry was the director for the Hotel Division and was in charge of putting together all of the processes and procedures. If the name sounds familiar that is because it is the same Curry that managed the campground at Yosemite Valley. 
According to Curry, while Walt Disney World was under construction, there was a small group of executives known as the Disney World Operating Committee (DWOC). The group was made up of division directors who reported directly to Dick Nunis, who was the vice president of Theme Parks.
With the deadline of October 1, 1971 looming on the near horizon, Nunis would gather the team for a weekly “death march" to review what was happening. Curry said, “This March got earlier and earlier each week until it was scheduled for 6:00 a.m.” The group decided to get back at Nunis and “in a humorous revolt the members of DWOC got together and planned to come to the next March in pajamas.” They brought photographer along. Curry was quick to point out, “While fun, it had no impact on the schedule.”
In the photo, moving clockwise from bottom left is:Lorraine Wright, Administrative Assistant To DWOCJim Pascilla, Human ResourcesJack Olsen, MerchandiseJohn Curry, HotelsCarl Bongirno, Finance Phil Smith, LegalDick Nunis, VP, Theme ParksCard Walker, EVP, DisneyJack Lindquist, MarketingBob Mathewson, Theme ParkTed Crowell, Facilities & MaintenanceBob Allen, Support Services