Big news in the licensing sector, as industry leader Trevco has announced the hiring of Amazon executive Daniel Leach as its new president. Leach will now be overseeing all aspects the company's strategic operations, with the company saying he will be focusing on enhancing the company's existing Print On Demand business, and strengthening Trevco's position in the DTC … [Read more...] about Trevco Names Daniel Leach As New President
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Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
The global toy and licensing company Jazwares has this week named Sara Rosales, an accomplished communications executive, as Senior Vice President of Communications. In her new role, Rosales' greater focus will be on corporate communications, brand public relations, the company’s philanthropic efforts, collaborating closely with digital marketing on earned media, and the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
Matthew Shiels to Oversee Licensing at Fred Rogers Productions
It's been a wonderful day in the neighborhood for Matthew Shiels, who was promoted this week from director to VP of Business and Legal Affairs at Fred Rogers Productions. As a major part of that promotion, Shiels now takes on the responsibility of overseeing licensing activities for the Fred Rogers brands. Those include not just the iconic show Mr. Rogers Neighbourhood, but … [Read more...] about Matthew Shiels to Oversee Licensing at Fred Rogers Productions
Wildbrain Appoints Jasen Wright As VP North America
WildBrain CPLG, one of the world’s leading entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies, is expanding its global footprint and North American operations with the appointment of experienced licensing executive Jasen Wright (pictured) to the position of Vice President, North America. In this newly created role, Wright will be responsible for driving WildBrain CPLG’s North … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Appoints Jasen Wright As VP North America
Who’s News: WarnerMedia Appoints Head of Content Acquisition in Asia Pacific
WarnerMedia has appointed Melissa Lim as its new head of content acquisitions and co-productions for its children's networks in Asia Pacific, which include POGO, Cartoon Network and Boomerang. Lim's brief also includes advising on licensing content to fuel the growing demand for kids and family programming on the regional streaming service HBO GO in Southeast Asia. Lim will be … [Read more...] about Who’s News: WarnerMedia Appoints Head of Content Acquisition in Asia Pacific
MBLM Expands Into Asia, Opens Office in Seoul
The vowel-free licensing company MBLM (pronounced 'Emblem') says it has taken its first giant step into the Asian market, opening a new office in Seoul, Korea, headed by industry veterans. MBLM describes itself as a "brand intimacy agency" which is focused on building ultimate brand relationships using emotional science. The approach has helped the company grow over the years, … [Read more...] about MBLM Expands Into Asia, Opens Office in Seoul
Who’s News: Stephanie Kupperman Launches Licensing Agency
Stephanie Kupperman, named a "rising star" of the industry by Licensing International, is now running her own agency called Licensing 360. "Licensing 360 is a full-service merchandise licensing agency, specializing in extending entertainment brands into powerful worldwide consumer product programs," said Kupperman. "The agency’s goal is to offer brands a tailored, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Stephanie Kupperman Launches Licensing Agency
Who’s News: Licensing Veteran Liza Abrams Joins Brand Central
Abrams to head booming trend service and licensing manufacturer representation Brand Central LLC announced this week the hiring of Liza Abrams to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Manufacturer Representation and Brand Central Insights trend service. Abrams will be based in New Jersey and will report directly to Brand Central CEO Ross Misher. Brand … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Licensing Veteran Liza Abrams Joins Brand Central
Who’s News: Parmar Promoted To MD Of Toymaster
Toymaster, the UK's national association of toy stores, has promoted Yogi Parmar to the role of Managing Director. Parmar has worked with Toymaster for several years, and recently has served along with Colin Farrow as the company's joint interim managing director. Toymaster chair Chris Blatcher says Parma is a long-serving, popular, and much respected leader of the Toymaster … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Parmar Promoted To MD Of Toymaster
Who’s News: ZAG Boosts Product Licensing Team
ZAG continues to ramp up its consumer products team, appointing Hyde Schram, an alumn of ViacomCBS and The Walt Disney Company, as its first Vice President of Global Promotions; and Betsabe Luna as Retail and Licensing Director, Mexico and Central America. Schram will report directly to Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, and Luna will report to the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Boosts Product Licensing Team