About Michael

Michael Almeida

Principal Advisor  |  Former Executive Director of Human Resources, Disney Cruise Line

An experienced human resources executive with a passion for developing talent to directly impact business results.

His Story
Old portrait of Michael Almeida as a cruise officer

A Career Devoted to Developing People

Michael Almeida is an experienced human resources executive with a demonstrated history in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry. He spent 30 years with Disney Cruise Line and Disney Experiences, most recently as Executive Director of Human Resources.

Michael is passionate about developing talent to directly impact business results. His expertise spans talent management, employee benefits design, strategic planning, executive coaching, and change management.

Through Helm Leadership Advisors, he brings that experience to executives and emerging leaders in the cruise and maritime industries.

At a Glance

Michael Almeida, aboard a Disney cruise ship

As the cruise industry enters a period of tremendous growth, I’m passionate about preparing leaders to navigate change, inspire their teams, and deliver results for the future

Career

Career Highlights

Dec 2020 to May 2026

Executive Director, Human Resources

Disney Cruise Line  |  Orlando, Florida

May 2015 to Dec 2020

Director, Human Resources

Disney Experiences  |  Greater Orlando

Jan 2010 to May 2015

Director, Human Resources

Disney Cruise Line  |  Celebration, Florida

Supporting Disney Cruise Line and Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa

May 2007 to Oct 2010

Manager of International Recruitment

Disney Experiences  |  Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Oct 2005 to May 2007

Manager, Human Resources, Shipboard

Disney Cruise Line

Aug 2001 to Oct 2005

Team Leader, College Recruiting

Disney Experiences

Areas of Expertise

Talent
Management
Employee Benefits
Design
Strategic
Planning
Executive
Coaching
Change
Management

Helm Leadership Advisors is a principal firm and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company.