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Penske Media Appoints Rachel Terrace to Key Role

Penske Media Corporation has appointed Rachel Terrace as its new SVP of Licensing and Brand Development. In Terrace's new role she will lead licensing and brand extension activity in the US across Penske Media's portfolio of brands. Effective immediately, she reports to Craig Perreault, Chief Digital Officer for the company, and is based in New York. "Rachel's experience … [Read more...] about Penske Media Appoints Rachel Terrace to Key Role

Who’s News Roundup: Week of Dec. 9

Bad Robot Tags Veteran Developer Michael Booth for New Video Game Studio The accomplished Bad Robot studio made a serious move this week, launching a video game division-Bad Robot Games—that will be guided by newly hired industry veteran Michael Booth as its General Manager and CEO Anna Sweet. Bad Robot, founded and led by renowned producer JJ Abrams, will now partner its … [Read more...] about Who’s News Roundup: Week of Dec. 9

Netflix Snags Senior Producer From Disney+, While Facing Lawsuit for ‘Poaching’ Employees

Netflix has confirmed the hire of Dan Silver, VP of Non-fiction Originals at Disney+, to become its Director of Documentary Feature Films, reporting to Lisa Nishimura, VP of Independent Film and Documentary Features. The move comes as Netflix coincidentally faces another lawsuit—this time from Activision—over its allegedly aggressive hiring practices. Silver was a highly … [Read more...] about Netflix Snags Senior Producer From Disney+, While Facing Lawsuit for ‘Poaching’ Employees

Who’s News Roundup: New Faces, Promotions in Licensing & Entertainment

Cici Zheng Takes on Senior Role as Reesee Grows Its China Market Children’s entertainment, licensing and media company Reesee Entertainment is bolstering its development division with the appointment of Cici Zheng as a joint partner and VP of Content, Global Media and Licensing. Zheng’s previous role was as Director Content Development, Global Media and Licensing in Alpha … [Read more...] about Who’s News Roundup: New Faces, Promotions in Licensing & Entertainment

Indie Animation Studio ZAG Tags Sarah Boyer For Senior Licensing Role

The award-winning global independent animation studio ZAG opted for deep experience as it expands its retail division, hiring on Sarah Boyer as Vice President, Retail, North America. Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, says the timing was right to bring on Boyer, who formerly worked with MGA Entertainment, as the company has been successful in signing up a … [Read more...] about Indie Animation Studio ZAG Tags Sarah Boyer For Senior Licensing Role

New CEO, Events President At Wizard Peter Katz Tapped to Run Events

Wizard Brands made some big moves this week in a major restructuring of the company's management team, led by the appointment of Scott Kaufman as Chairman and CEO. The Company also announced that finance and accounting executive Heidi C. Bowman has been appointed CFO for Wizard Brands, Inc. and distribution executive Mike Rees will take over as CEO of Jevo Holdings, LLC, a … [Read more...] about New CEO, Events President At Wizard Peter Katz Tapped to Run Events

Madaluxe Group Launches Licensing Division

A major new opportunity just popped up for licensing agencies and luxury brands in North America, as the luxury fashion firm MadaLuxe Group announced Nov. 23 it has launched its own licensing arm. The new division will be headed by Steven Barbery, who has been promoted from SVP of Timepieces to the newly created role of President of Licensing and Timepieces. The group’s … [Read more...] about Madaluxe Group Launches Licensing Division

Mattel Names Catherine Frymark EVP Corporate Communications

Toy giant Mattel is getting a new voice, naming communications guru Catherine Frymark as their Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications. In this role, Frymark will oversee external and internal corporate communications globally as well as the Company’s philanthropic efforts, including the Mattel Children’s Foundation. Frymark will join Mattel next month, reporting … [Read more...] about Mattel Names Catherine Frymark EVP Corporate Communications

Licensing Veteran Nowicki Chosen for Key Role at Mattel

Mattel has new leadership in the critical role of global consumer products and franchise marketing, bringing on accomplished veteran Rosalind 'Roz' Nowicki. Nowicki has more than three decades prior experience working with kids' products and entertainment brands, and is known for her deep experience in the world of brand licensing. She comes to Mattel from her most recent gig … [Read more...] about Licensing Veteran Nowicki Chosen for Key Role at Mattel