By Allison Watkinson
TLL Reporter
Beanstalk has appointed long-standing employee, Ian Joynson, as the new managing director of the agency’s UK office.
In his new role at the company, Joynson will be responsible for managing Beanstalk’s UK-based client accounts as well as overseeing the agency’s operations across the EMEA territories.
Joynson will also work alongside Beanstalk’s dedicated business development team to further expand the agency’s roster of high-profile clients.
“I am excited to lead the Beanstalk UK office and look forward to contributing to the agency’s ongoing success,” said Joynson. “Beanstalk’s commitment to creating transformative brand extensions for our clients combined with its unique and collaborative culture aligns perfectly with my own vision of what a world-class agency should be. I am eager to work with the talented team here to achieve our shared objectives.”
An experienced executive in the licensing industry, Joynson initially joined Beanstalk in 2001 as a senior brand manager.
Throughout his employment at the agency, Joynson has served in a range of senior management roles and has led several global accounts for the agency.
These global Beanstalk accounts include clients in the automotive and corporate sector, as well as the agency’s digital media and gaming division, Tinderbox.
Most recently, Joynson served as Beanstalk’s vice president and co-head of brand management.
“Ian’s extensive experience and dedication make him the ideal leader for this role,” said Beanstalk CEO, Allison Ames. “Having been with Beanstalk for over 22 years, he brings a wealth of knowledge in superbly managing clients and licensees and strategically driving new partnerships. His ability to navigate client-facing activities will be invaluable as we focus on the core needs of the business,” added Ames. “There is no doubt that Ian will continue to drive our strategic goals forward and build on our success working closely with the team.”
A member of the Omnicom Specialty Marketing Group, Beanstalk is a global brand licensing agency that works with its clients to expand brands and IP through collaborative partnerships and licensing initiatives.
Beanstalk offers a wide range of services including brand representation, digital media representation through Tinderbox, manufacturer representation, cultural intelligence, creative services, legal and financial services, and royalty auditing.
The company is headquartered in New York, with additional offices located in London, Miami, Cincinnati, Mexico City and Sao Paulo.