By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Movado Group has appointed Debbie Forman-Pavan as its new president of sales for North America. In her new role, Forman-Pavan will be responsible for leading all of the Movado Group's avenues of sales across North America. She will also be responsible for supporting the company's existing business endeavors throughout the region, as well as … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Movado Group Selects New President for North American Sales Division
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Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Katie Huber has joined Fred Rogers Productions as the company's new Senior Director of Licensing. “I have fond memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood from my childhood and am delighted and honored to now be a part of Fred Rogers Productions,” said Huber. “I am thrilled to help extend Fred’s legacy to new generations of children and their … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director
Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Beefs Up Its Corporate Legal Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises has promoted Nicole Gates to Vice President, Legal, and hired Mike Lancaster as Corporate Counsel. “I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Nicole for over five years now, and I cannot overstate what an incredible asset she is to Dr. Seuss Enterprises’ executive team as well as to the company as a whole," said … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Beefs Up Its Corporate Legal Team
Who’s News: New Toyco Wyncor Announces Two Key Hires in Sales
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The new toy company Wyncor is adding to the company's bench strength, hiring two new sales executives this week. Wyncor announced the appointment of two top sales executives to join the company’s sales team. Ami Dieckman, a former executive at Entertainment One and Just Play, has been named Vice President of Sales for EMEA and APAC, while … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New Toyco Wyncor Announces Two Key Hires in Sales
Who’s News: Former Disney Exec Robin Gay Named as Brand Director for Bluey
BBC Studios has announced Robin Gay as the new Brand & Marketing Director for the global hit kids show Bluey. Reporting into Marketing Vice President of Kids & Family, Harriet Newby-Hill, this new role will see Robin leading the global brand and marketing strategy for Bluey, considered one of the top children's shows internationally. Robin’s new role will involve … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Disney Exec Robin Gay Named as Brand Director for Bluey
Who’s News: BBC Studios CEO Leaving To Pursue “New Challenge”
TLL Staff Ralph Lee, BBC Studios Productions’ CEO, will be leaving the BBC’s commercial arm in April after almost six years to pursue a new challenge outside the organization. BBC Studios is a division of BBC Studios, responsible for creating content both for the parent company and for third party clients around the world. The BBC says that, since being appointed Director of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios CEO Leaving To Pursue “New Challenge”
Who’s News: Paramount Global Names New VP of Consumer Products
TLL Staff Paramount Global has promoted Rebecca Jenkins to VP of Consumer Products, in charge of the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Israel. Jamie Drew, executive VP of Paramount Consumer Products & Experiences, says Jenkin has demonstrated a strong track record in landing highly successful, global partnerships in her five-year tenure at Paramount. “Rebecca is … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Paramount Global Names New VP of Consumer Products
Underscore Talent Creates Culinary Division Headed by Noah Swimmer
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The agency Underscore Talent has created a new division devoted exclusively to culinary talent, such as celebrity chefs, food bloggers, writers and influencers. The new culinary division will be headed by Noah Swimmer, who was also recently promoted to become a partner of the company. "Featuring more than forty top food creators, … [Read more...] about Underscore Talent Creates Culinary Division Headed by Noah Swimmer
Women in Toys Announces Key Changes to Its Board of Directors
TLL Staff Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has announced key changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of a new board chair. The organization says this move underscores WiT’s ongoing commitment to championing the advancement of women in the toy, licensing and entertainment industries. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, Ehi Oviasu-Kahn (pictured … [Read more...] about Women in Toys Announces Key Changes to Its Board of Directors
Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO
TLL Staff The Toy Association has announced President and CEO Steve Pasierb is stepping down from his role at the organization in the spring of 2024. His current contract will expire in April, following nearly a decade of leadership with the trade organization. “It has been a distinct honor and privilege to serve in the role of President & CEO of The Toy … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO