Universal Studios has named Mark Woodbury to the newly created role of vice chair of Parks and Resorts, with Woodbury also continuing to serve in his existing role as president of Universal Creative.

Holding various roles within Universal over the course of the last 28 years, Woodbury leads a multidisciplinary team of professional project managers, designers, artists, engineers, financial analysts, architects and builders, focused on providing content that fuels the continued growth of the division.

His achievements include the phenomenally successful Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal’s Islands of Adventure among other projects.

In his additional role, Woodbury will also report to Tom Williams, chair and CEO of Universal Parks and Resorts, working alongside him to lead and develop Universal’s parks division.

“Mark has been a driving force for creativity, innovation, growth and development across the entire Parks group,” said Williams. “As we continue our incredible journey, I am happy that Mark will be by my side, playing a vital role in shaping our future and leading the greatest creative team in the world.”