By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has appointed Edward 'Bud' Cole to the role of CEO and member of the board of directors. Cole will begin serving as CEO-designate beginning on January 19, and will officially assume the CEO position on February 16, 2026. He will be taking on the role from Andy Mooney, who plans to retire … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Fender Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
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Who’s News: Kendra Scott Appoints Chris Blakeslee as its New CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Kendra Scott lifestyle brand has announced the appointment of Chris Blakeslee as the company's new chief executive officer effective January 12. The company founder, Kendra Scott, will continue in her roles as chief visionary officer, executive chairwoman and majority shareholder. "Kendra has built an extraordinary brand … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Kendra Scott Appoints Chris Blakeslee as its New CEO
Who’s News: Crocs Announces New EVP and President of HEYDUDE
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crocs has promoted Rupert Campbell to serve on the company's executive leadership team as the EVP and president of the HEYDUDE brand. HEYDUDE is a comfort-focused footwear brand that has operated as a stand-alone division of Crocs since it was acquired by the company in 2021. Known for its super soft shoe designs, HEYDUDE has gained a loyal … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Crocs Announces New EVP and President of HEYDUDE
Who’s News: Brand Central Appoints New Vice President
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brand Central has appointed Tobey Roush as its new vice president to further strengthen the agency's specialty in food & beverage licensing. Roush brings over 20 years of experience working in the industry as a licensor, licensee and licensing agent. Before joining Brand Central, he led licensing programs for well-known brands such as … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Brand Central Appoints New Vice President
Who’s News: Miraculous Corp Announces New Head of Global Consumer Products Creative
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has announced that Tanya Mann has joined the company as its new executive director of global consumer products creative. In her new role, Mann will be responsible for leading the creative design and consistency of Miraculous Corp’s global portfolio of licensed consumer products. This includes overseeing the entire … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Miraculous Corp Announces New Head of Global Consumer Products Creative
Who’s News: Moose Toys Appoints Ronnie Frankowski as New CEO
TLL Staff Moose Toys has just unveiled a major restructuring of its senior management, including the appointment of new CEO Ronnie Frankowski. The company says the changes to its management team are intended to sharpen the company's focus, and set Moose Toys up for the next stage of global success. As the new CEO, Frankowski will oversee Moose’s company-wide strategy … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Moose Toys Appoints Ronnie Frankowski as New CEO
Who’s News: TOMS Names Former Crocs Executive Jessica Alsing as CEO
TLL Staff TOMS, the socially conscious footwear brand known for sparking the “One for One” movement, has appointed Jessica Alsing as its new Chief Executive Officer. Alsing, who has been consulting with the company in recent months, brings nearly a decade of experience at Crocs, where she helped fuel the brand’s remarkable turnaround through digital innovation and unexpected … [Read more...] about Who’s News: TOMS Names Former Crocs Executive Jessica Alsing as CEO
Bulldog Licensing to Represent Preschool Brand BeddyByes
TLL Staff Independent licensing company Bulldog Licensing has been appointed to represent licensing and merchandising for BeddyByes in the UK and Ireland. The agreement was made on behalf of Thunderbird Brands and Thunderbird Distribution, the show’s global consumer products brand manager and media distributor. Created by JAM Media, BeddyByes is a preschool animated series … [Read more...] about Bulldog Licensing to Represent Preschool Brand BeddyByes
Who’s News: Mattel Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is launching a new brand organization and leadership structure that will integrate marketing across the company's Global Brands and Franchise teams. The reorganized leadership structure includes several promotions to newly-created and existing executive roles at the company. These new promotions include Roberto Stanichi as … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Mattel Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
Who’s News: Josh Simon Appointed as Funko’s New CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Funko's board of directors has appointed Josh Simon to serve as the company's new chief executive officer and member of the board. Effective September 1, 2025, Simon will officially succeed Funko's interim CEO, Mike Lunsford. “I am honored to join the team at Funko, an iconic company with a huge fan base that I admire and respect," … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Josh Simon Appointed as Funko’s New CEO