By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The fast-growing animation studio ZAG has appointed Rafael Baltodano, formerly with The Walt Disney Company, as Vice President of North America Retail Development. The announcement was made by Julian Zag, EVP Global Operations and Head of Consumer Products. Reporting to ZAG's SVP of Licensing in North America, Lisa K. Foster, Baltodano will … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Disney VP Rafael Baltodano Joins ZAG
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Who’s News: Global Licensing Group Appoints New Head of Retail & Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Global Licensing Group has appointed former events manager Laura Freedman-Dagg to the newly created role of Head of Retail, Licensing. In her new role, Freedman-Dagg will work across the business's global event portfolio. This will include prominent exhibitions such as the Licensing Expo, the European and North American Brand & … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Global Licensing Group Appoints New Head of Retail & Licensing
Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
By Allison Watkinson TLLReporter The successful sleepwear licensee, Komar, has promoted veteran licensing executive Maya Assis to Vice President of Licensing. Assis will be responsible for leading all licensing deals for the brand. “This is very exciting,” says Assis. “Komar is always growing, they’re family run and they’re very open with how they operate the business. It’s … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Maya Assis Heading Licensing at Sleepwear Firm Komar
Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The entertainment and play company Hasbro has appointed new leadership for its critical Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming division. The role was left vacant with the death of Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner late last year, after a lengthy battle with cancer. That resulted in former Wizards of the Coast president and COO Chris Cocks being … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
Who’s News: Kerry Phelan Promoted to Chief Brand Officer at Genius Brands
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kerry Phelan continues her meteoric rise within Genius Brands, being named Chief Brand Officer of the growing company this week. The appointment follows Genius Brands' acquisitions of Canada’s WOW! Unlimited Media, Inc. (WOW!) and Ameba TV, and a major investment in Germany’s Your Family Entertainment (YFE). Genius Brands says it promoted … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Kerry Phelan Promoted to Chief Brand Officer at Genius Brands
Who’s News: Veteran Licensing Consultant Caroline High Joins ARTiSTORY
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Art and cultural IP licensee specialist ARTiSTORY is growing its UK team with the appointment of Caroline High. “Having worked with Caroline previously I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work together again at ARTiSTORY,” said Natasha Dyson, ARTiSTORY Co-Founder and Licensing Director. “A huge part of ARTiSTORY’s business is creating … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Veteran Licensing Consultant Caroline High Joins ARTiSTORY
Who’s News: Jewel Expands With Three New Management Hires
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jewel Branding & Licensing has announced the hiring of three new employees to support its continued growth in licensing and creative services. Jewel is known for developing and managing strategic licensing programs at all levels of retail around the globe. The company says the expansion to JBL's employee roster will increase the company's … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Jewel Expands With Three New Management Hires
Who’s News: Jazwares Appoints Its First Chief Brand Officer
The toy and licensing company Jazwares announced that Jeremy Padawer joins the C-suite as the company's first Chief Brand Officer, effective immediately. As well, Jazwares revealed three other key promotions in the fast-growing company, elevating Herb Mitschele to Executive Vice President of Global Sales and Planning, Guy Thomas to Senior Vice President of U.S. Sales, and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Jazwares Appoints Its First Chief Brand Officer
Toy Licensing: Fun In Motion Toys Brings Andy Moberg On Board
Licensing veteran Andy Moberg has been hired to lead sales at award-winning company Fun In Motion Toys. Fun In Motion Toys is the creator of Shashibo and other fidget toys such as Spinballs, Mozi, and Wandini. Shashibo is a three-time Toy Of The Year Award finalist. Moberg has joined this company as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “Andy brings a great combination of … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: Fun In Motion Toys Brings Andy Moberg On Board
Who’s News: Vandamme To Head New Jazwares Sales Office in Paris
Jazwares is opening a new office in Paris; a reflection of its strategy for rapid growth in the European market. The company says the sales office will be headed by veteran Vincent Vandamme, who most recently was the Head of Field Sales for LEGO in France. “We have meaningful direct to retail businesses in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and the Benelux region, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Vandamme To Head New Jazwares Sales Office in Paris