By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter VIZ Media has shifted Ken Sasaki to the role of chairman and executive advisor and Brad Woods to the role of president and CEO. Previously serving as the company's CEO, Sasaki led VIZ Media's expansion from a specialty publisher into one of the largest distributors of Japanese pop culture content in the West. Under his leadership, VIZ … [Read more...] about Who’s News: VIZ Media Announces Major Leadership Transition
The Licensing Letter Who's News
Who’s News: The London Studio Appoints Jo Astles to Support Expansion Initiatives
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has appointed Jo Astles as its new artist and licensing development manager to aid the company's ongoing expansion initiatives. Formerly serving as a licensing professional at the Bright Agency, Astles has developed a comprehensive skill set throughout her career that includes creative design, business management and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The London Studio Appoints Jo Astles to Support Expansion Initiatives
Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has promoted Benjamin Bao to general manager at WildBrain China to support the company's expansion across the APAC region. "Both China and APAC are rapidly growing and exciting areas of opportunity for us, and we have always taken a bespoke approach to strategy and execution that works hand-in-hand with cultural nuance and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
Who’s News: Pipeline Studios Appoints New Director of Sales & Business Development
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Pipeline Studios has appointed Rebecca Lugo as its new director of sales and business development. Previously serving as head of global sales at Jetpack Distribution, Rebecca Lugo is an experienced executive in the entertainment, licensing and sales industries. Before joining Jetpack, Lugo worked as sales manager of international … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Pipeline Studios Appoints New Director of Sales & Business Development
Who’s News: Wildbrain Appoints New VP of Media Solutions
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has appointed Emma Witkowski to the company's newly-created role of vice president of media solutions. In her new position at the company, Witkowski will be responsible for developing brand licensing integrations on gaming platforms, managing Wildbrain's media solutions team and expanding its digital advertising … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wildbrain Appoints New VP of Media Solutions
Who’s News: Miraculous Expands Global Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has expanded its global leadership team with two new executive appointments. The two leadership appointments include Ashley Depp as the company's new SVP of marketing & franchise and Heath Kenny as Miraculous Corp's new CCO (chief content officer). “Heath and Ashley bring a wealth of expertise, visionary … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Miraculous Expands Global Leadership Team
Who’s News: CHITAG Appoints New Members to Advisory Board
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter People of Play (POP) has announced that three new industry professionals have joined the Chicago Toy and Game group’s advisory board. The three new members of the CHITAG group’s advisory board are Tara McGrath, Amy Friedland and Mike Bisogno. “Tara, Mike, and Amy bring inventor relations, marketing, PR, and even more visionary and ideation … [Read more...] about Who’s News: CHITAG Appoints New Members to Advisory Board
Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Promotes Hallie Ruvin and Aaron Bisman
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has promoted Hallie Ruvin to SVP of communications & public affairs and named Aaron Bisman as the new SVP of Marketing. In her new position at Sesame Workshop, Hallie Ruvin will be responsible for managing the organization's global communications initiatives. This includes providing leadership and oversight for Sesame … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Promotes Hallie Ruvin and Aaron Bisman
Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Promotes Ellie Terveen to VP of Operations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises has promoted Ellie Terveen to serve as the company's new VP of operations. In her new role at Dr. Seuss Enterprises, Terveen will be responsible for leading the company's licensing, publishing, retail and digital business operations around the world."Stepping into this new role as vice president of operations is both an … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Promotes Ellie Terveen to VP of Operations
WildBrain CPLG Restructures Senior Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG is restructuring its senior leadership team to focus the licensing agency's management expertise across key global territories, partnerships, finance and operations. The newly restructured senior leadership team includes four promotions and appointments across the company's international operations and licensing business. … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG Restructures Senior Leadership Team