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
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Toy Foundation Welcomes Kathleen Campisano as Chair of Board of Trustees
TLL Staff The Toy Foundation has appointed Kathleen Campisano, global chief marketing officer and general manager of Beacon Media Group, as the new chair of its Board of Trustees. Taking the helm on February 28, Campisano will work alongside newly appointed Vice Chair Michael Keaton and the Foundation’s Executive Director Pam Mastrota to lead philanthropic initiatives that … [Read more...] about Toy Foundation Welcomes Kathleen Campisano as Chair of Board of Trustees
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: Freddie Lindsell Pursues Science of Licensing at Bulldog
TLL Staff Bulldog Licensing has announced the appointment of Freddie Lindsell as its new Licensing Coordinator. Freddie’s responsibilities will include supporting the team as a whole across the contract process and product approvals. This post has been created to help manage portfolio growth along with the ongoing evolution of service demands for the award-winning … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Freddie Lindsell Pursues Science of Licensing at Bulldog
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: Former Head of Nelvana to Lead Brand Partnerships at Boat Rocker
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mellany Welsh, the former VP and head of Canadian kids’ studio Nelvana, has joined Boat Rocker as its senior VP of brand partnerships and content marketing. Welsh has been tapped to lead the rival Canadian studio's brand strategy, partnerships, licensing and content marketing initiatives across scripted, unscripted and kids and family … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Head of Nelvana to Lead Brand Partnerships at Boat Rocker
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Adds Five New Executives to Its Global Roster
TLL Staff The global music agency Wasserman Music hired five key executives this month to further expand its client service offerings worldwide. Vince Amoroso joins Wasserman Music as SVP, Artist Services, Sharmaine Akhigbe joins as VP, Brand Partnerships, Karina Gonzalez joins as VP, Festivals, Georgia McGurk joins as VP, Event Strategy & Hospitality, and Yasi Agahnia … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Adds Five New Executives to Its Global Roster
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
Sesame Workshop Names Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer
TLL Staff Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization best known for the groundbreaking show Sesame Street, has appointed Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Giraldi will lead the organization’s operational strategy to continue delivering innovative educational media and impactful initiatives to children and families worldwide. He will … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Names Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer