By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has promoted their LATAM consumer products executive, Angela Cortez, to oversee the company’s Canadian consumer products business. Angela Cortez has more than 30 years of experience in the licensing and retail industries. She initially joined ZAG in Spring 2021 as Vice President for the LatAm region. Since then, Cortez has … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Promotes Angela Cortez To Oversee Canadian Expansion
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Who’s News: Arcade1Up Announces Key Hires To Support Sales Growth
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Arcade1Up has announced three new hires to the company’s sales team to support its expanding U.S. and international business. Eric Van Kannel, Michael Fisher and Kuntha Kith have been appointed as Director of Digital Sales, Sales Manager and Director of Business Planning respectively for the retro arcade entertainment company. In … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Arcade1Up Announces Key Hires To Support Sales Growth
Who’s News: Christian Braun Joins Global Toy Experts as Industry Partner
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterChristian Braun has joined Global Toy Experts as an industry partner to provide expertise on collectibles, consulting and M&A services. Global Toy Experts is a consultancy firm and information resource for the international toy industry. The consultancy provides analysis and strategies for domestic toy manufacturers and international … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Christian Braun Joins Global Toy Experts as Industry Partner
Jazwares President Appointed Chair of Make-A-Wish Foundation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares president Laura Zebersky has been elected to chair the Board of Directors for Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. “Laura is a dynamic leader who has made a great impact during an important time in our chapter’s evolution,” said Norman Wedderburn, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. “With so many key initiatives … [Read more...] about Jazwares President Appointed Chair of Make-A-Wish Foundation
Who’s News: ZAG Makes Key Hire For New Toy Division
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has appointed James Nunziati as Head of Global Sales for ZAG Play's recently launched Toy Division. In his new position at ZAG Play, Nunziati will build on the Toy Division's sales operations by developing and executing new sales strategies and establishing sustainable relationships with both customers and retailers. He will also … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Makes Key Hire For New Toy Division
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