Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

There is a reason why Michael Eisner can become Disney CEO. With just a few simple sentences, the matter has been analyzed almost to the point where there is basically no difference. Bao Zixuan is supporting them from behind, so the thing will definitely be done, it's just a matter of more money and less money.

Moreover, Disney's current performance is not particularly outstanding. With George Lucas's connections and connections, there are many film companies to choose from. And with Bao Zixuan's support, you don't have to worry about funding for any company you want to acquire. After several people acquire Disney, how to maximize their own interests is an issue that needs to be considered. It is not wise to fight against powerful capital. And as the other party said, none of them are good at business; they prefer acting and directing.

If it is really successfully acquired by a few people, then Disney will still be in control. Currently, people in the Disney family are often looking for trouble. Maybe it would be a good thing if they could be kicked off the board. Although George Lucas, Spielberg and others may know better about film shooting, it doesn't matter.

For a business to function properly, it requires more than just making movies. The other party guarantees that he can also get the shares, so there is nothing to worry about. In fact, he also suspected that there would be burning bridges, but George Lucas's character was still guaranteed.

Michael Eisner said with a smile: "You must be the ones who have been desperately buying Disney stocks in the stock market recently. I don't know what the specific plans are and what I can get at the same time."

Everyone can see that the Disney stock is not purchased by the other party, and it is probably impossible to come to him. There is nothing in hand, so why talk about acquiring a company? Moreover, since we are all businessmen, it would be better to clarify the specific distribution of interests. No one is willing to make wedding clothes for others.

Michael Eisner's directness made George Lucas very happy. As long as people have needs, everything else will be easy to handle.

George Lucas: "Currently, we have acquired 13% of Disney shares in the stock market, but this is far from a controlling stake. So we want to start from shareholders."

"As the CEO of Disney, you can get 1% of the equity. At the same time, you can also sign a gambling agreement. In other words, set a time, and if you can meet expectations, you can be rewarded with how many shares. I think everyone can rest assured."

Disney's current market value exceeds US$4 billion, and 1% is equivalent to US$40 million. These people are really willing to spend a lot of money. In fact, George Lucas also knows that if he spends $40 million, he will save even more money. If Michael Eisner does not cooperate or resists, then even if the acquisition is successful, he will pay a heavy price!

Michael Eisner also knew that the money looked quite large. But it’s definitely not that easy to get. If you want people to give you money, you have to create profits that are several times greater than the funds you give to you. In other words, if you receive 40 million U.S. dollars, not to mention saving the other party 400 million U.S. dollars, it should at least reach 200 million U.S. dollars. Otherwise, no one is stupid and would not be willing to pay such a high price.

1% of Disney shares, now worth $40 million. If George Lucas and Spielberg become shareholders of the company, the company's stock price will inevitably rise, and it is really impossible to predict how much it will be worth in the future. The most important thing is that Bao Zixuan is behind him. If he can work closely with Heiyun Group, then there is definitely no need to worry about the company's development prospects.

At present, Heiyun Group has not entered the film and television industry. Any promotional video or biographical film produced will become a huge hit.

Michael Eisner thought for a moment and said: "I am very satisfied with this condition. I will fully cooperate with you in your acquisition of Disney."

Now is not the time to hesitate, the opportunity is fleeting. And there was nothing he could do to stop it. The other party seemed determined to win; in addition, several shareholders wanted to cash out and leave. If you don't cooperate, if the acquisition is successful, not only will you not get the shares, but you may not be able to hold the position of CEO of Disney.

He still has a lot of shame. As one of the most powerful people in Hollywood, he can't afford to lose the person who was kicked out by Disney.

With the cooperation of the current CEO of Disney, things will be much easier to handle. Michael Eisner began to analyze some of the ideas of shareholders and institutions, and also wanted to make George Lucas and others understand that his support could save a lot of time and money.

Before acquiring a company, the directors must hope that the price can be higher; but the acquirer does not want to be taken advantage of, so this is a game process. Now that there is a mole, things will of course go much smoother.

Although Spielberg is not good at negotiating, after all, he has been a director for so many years and his acting skills are definitely not bad. Coupled with the internal information provided by Michael Eisner, some institutions and individuals who did not intend to hold Disney shares for a long time were quickly convinced. The most important thing is that they are not treated badly in terms of price. They can at least guarantee more than double the profit, so what is there to dissatisfy?

And now that everyone knows what's going on, they don't dare to offend people too harshly. Spielberg and Harrison Ford are also famous in Hollywood. I don’t say there will be many opportunities to collaborate in the future, but there will definitely be them; just think of it as a good relationship.

However, Disney's two largest shareholders are not so easy to give up their shares in the company because they have a direct relationship with Walt Disney.

Ron Miller, son-in-law of Walt Disney, founder of the Disney Company.

From 1978 to 1984, Miller served as chairman and later CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Currently Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Walt Disney Family Museum and owner of Silverado Vineyards in Napa.

As Walt Disney's son-in-law, it can be said that he inherited most of his father-in-law's family fortune. Now it is definitely much more difficult to acquire Disney shares from him than from other shareholders. After half a month of active work and strong financial support, the four people now hold more than 40% of the shares of Disney Company. Not to mention having absolute control, the Disney family does not hold as many shares as the four people.

But in order not to leave hidden dangers in the future, at the same time, he also didn't want Bao Zixuan to look down on him. The four people decided to increase their acquisition efforts. After all, they still have a lot of funds. At the same time, the person in charge of the U.S. branch of Black Cloud Bank said that as long as it does not exceed US$10 billion, it will be provided as soon as possible. The Xiangjiang headquarters has given him absolute authorization; he has a tendency of not giving up until he achieves his goal.

When Spielberg came to visit, Ron Miller certainly knew what it meant. After all, he was the CEO of Disney for 6 years, and some people were promoted under his tenure.

It's just that his ability and contribution to Disney cannot satisfy shareholders. Only then did we decide to hire professional managers from outside; otherwise, at the age of 54, when a man is in his prime, how could he retire so easily.

Seeing Spielberg coming over, Ron Miller smiled and said: "Don't accept it, you are really impressed this time. I didn't expect you to come to me so soon. In other words, most of the shareholders have already sold." Disney shares.”

In fact, it is normal to think of this level. He belongs to the Disney family. Although he is a son-in-law, he and his wife inherit the Walt Disney family property.

Therefore, it is impossible to sell Disney shares easily unless it is absolutely necessary. Some words are easy to say or not, but at least the media will think that he has poor abilities and is incapable of keeping the family business. Although he had to resign as Disney CEO before, he was forced to do so, but he had already been criticized. At least the rival media didn't let him go.

If the sale of Disney shares is made public, the media may use sharp language to repeatedly report this matter. And he himself is not short of money, at least his living and basic expenses are guaranteed.

Spielberg said with a smile: "Although I know it's difficult, I still have to come over and see if there is anything we can talk about."

Acquiring company shares from the founder's family involves a inheritance story. If you don't feel bad for selling your father's land, you will be looked down upon in that country.

After all, a man can't even keep his family fortune; what social status is there to talk about!

But then again, there are no emotions or sentiments to talk about in business. Everything is profit, as long as the price is right; or if you have no ability to keep the family business, you can only be forced to sell it.

Rather than hanging on, it may be more beneficial to you to cash out and get rid of the baggage.

Sometimes you can cash out early and still survive, and the family can continue. If they still hold on to the glory of their ancestors, it is estimated that the only thing waiting for them is destruction.