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Bob Iger Returns as CEO in Major Disney Shakeup

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief After a rough two years for the Walt Disney Company, Robert Iger has been reappointed as the company's CEO. Iger will replace Bob Chapek, who has stepped down from the position of CEO. Iger spent more than 40 years at Disney and also ran the company as CEO during 15 of its most successful years, overseeing massive growth that made … [Read more...] about Bob Iger Returns as CEO in Major Disney Shakeup

Who’s News: Spielwarenmesse eG Appoints Carol Rapp as Joint Director of Friedhelm Merz Verlag

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSpielwarenmesse eG has appointed Carol Rapp as its new joint director for the company's subsidiary, Friedhelm Merz Verlag.Friedhelm Merz Verlag is a German gaming event company that was acquired as a subsidiary by Spielwarenmesse eG in early 2022. Rapp will assume joint responsibility of Friedhelm Merz Verlag with the two existing directors, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Spielwarenmesse eG Appoints Carol Rapp as Joint Director of Friedhelm Merz Verlag

Who’s News: Deborah Thomas Set to Retire from Hasbro, Inc

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro, Inc. has announced that its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Deborah Thomas is retiring from the company. “In her 24 years at Hasbro, Deb has been instrumental in transitioning Hasbro from a toy and game company to a global branded entertainment leader,” said Chris Cocks, Hasbro Chief Executive Officer. “Deb … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Deborah Thomas Set to Retire from Hasbro, Inc

Who’s News: Adidas Appoints Bjørn Gulden as its New CEO

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bjørn Gulden will take on the position of CEO at adidas and will serve on the company's Executive Board beginning Jan. 1. The current CEO of Adidas AG, Kasper Rorsted, and the Supervisory Board mutually agreed that he would step down as CEO and leave the company on Nov. 11, 2022. “We would like to thank Kasper Rorsted for his major … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Adidas Appoints Bjørn Gulden as its New CEO

Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Appoints New Head of Creative Development

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has promoted producer Kim Díaz as its new Vice President of Creative Development. As VP of Creative Development, Díaz will develop and lead the creative development strategy for new long-form and short-form series, specials, and other programming initiatives for Sesame Workshop. She will also be responsible for … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Appoints New Head of Creative Development

Who’s News: Licensing International Rising Stars Revealed

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has announced the six licensing professionals that will receive the 2022 Rising Star Award. The Rising Star Award from Licensing International celebrates the contributions of young professionals that work in the international brand licensing industry. To be eligible for the peer-nominated award, candidates must be a … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Licensing International Rising Stars Revealed

Who’s News: James Gunn, Peter Safran Take Helm at DC Studios

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief DC Studios has unveiled their secret weapon in their battle for dominance in the lucrative world of superhero films and series. Film industry stalwarts James Gunn and Peter Safran have been appointed to the new roles of Co-Chairmen and Chief Executive Officers of DC Studios. The appointment comes with tremendous power over the future of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: James Gunn, Peter Safran Take Helm at DC Studios

Marc Schwartz of Bob Mackie Design Elected to Board of SPLiCE

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The veteran legal and licensing expert Marc Schwartz was welcomed to the board of the Society of Product Licensors Committed to Excellence (SPLiCE). Schwartz is the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel of Bob Mackie Design Group, famous as the designer for the brightest stars in Hollywood and beyond. Mackie was also the costume … [Read more...] about Marc Schwartz of Bob Mackie Design Elected to Board of SPLiCE

Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The biggest players in licensing trade shows have partnered to bring the industry a new event in Germany called BRANDmate. The German trade fair provider Spielwarenmesse is now partnering with Licensing International and the organizers of a new B2B networking event to create the new company BRANDmate GmbH. That company will launch a new … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show