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Cineplex Names Bill Walker CEO, Launches Strategic Review

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 10:20 PM UTC · How we work

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Cineplex named Bill Walker chief executive and launched a strategic review that could consider a sale.
Founder Ellis Jacob will retire and serve as special adviser to the board.
Board chair Phyllis Yaffe said the review aims to maximize shareholder returns.
Goldman Sachs and TD Securities were hired as co-financial advisors for the process.

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Story summary

Cineplex named Bill Walker chief executive and launched a strategic review that could consider a sale.
Founder Ellis Jacob will retire and serve as special adviser to the board.
Board chair Phyllis Yaffe said the review aims to maximize shareholder returns.
Goldman Sachs and TD Securities were hired as co-financial advisors for the process.