By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The new toy company Wyncor is adding to the company's bench strength, hiring two new sales executives this week. Wyncor announced the appointment of two top sales executives to join the company’s sales team. Ami Dieckman, a former executive at Entertainment One and Just Play, has been named Vice President of Sales for EMEA and APAC, while … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New Toyco Wyncor Announces Two Key Hires in Sales
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Who’s News: Former Disney Exec Robin Gay Named as Brand Director for Bluey
BBC Studios has announced Robin Gay as the new Brand & Marketing Director for the global hit kids show Bluey. Reporting into Marketing Vice President of Kids & Family, Harriet Newby-Hill, this new role will see Robin leading the global brand and marketing strategy for Bluey, considered one of the top children's shows internationally. Robin’s new role will involve … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Disney Exec Robin Gay Named as Brand Director for Bluey
Who’s News: BBC Studios CEO Leaving To Pursue “New Challenge”
TLL Staff Ralph Lee, BBC Studios Productions’ CEO, will be leaving the BBC’s commercial arm in April after almost six years to pursue a new challenge outside the organization. BBC Studios is a division of BBC Studios, responsible for creating content both for the parent company and for third party clients around the world. The BBC says that, since being appointed Director of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios CEO Leaving To Pursue “New Challenge”
Who’s News: Paramount Global Names New VP of Consumer Products
TLL Staff Paramount Global has promoted Rebecca Jenkins to VP of Consumer Products, in charge of the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Israel. Jamie Drew, executive VP of Paramount Consumer Products & Experiences, says Jenkin has demonstrated a strong track record in landing highly successful, global partnerships in her five-year tenure at Paramount. “Rebecca is … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Paramount Global Names New VP of Consumer Products
Underscore Talent Creates Culinary Division Headed by Noah Swimmer
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The agency Underscore Talent has created a new division devoted exclusively to culinary talent, such as celebrity chefs, food bloggers, writers and influencers. The new culinary division will be headed by Noah Swimmer, who was also recently promoted to become a partner of the company. "Featuring more than forty top food creators, … [Read more...] about Underscore Talent Creates Culinary Division Headed by Noah Swimmer
Women in Toys Announces Key Changes to Its Board of Directors
TLL Staff Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has announced key changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of a new board chair. The organization says this move underscores WiT’s ongoing commitment to championing the advancement of women in the toy, licensing and entertainment industries. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, Ehi Oviasu-Kahn (pictured … [Read more...] about Women in Toys Announces Key Changes to Its Board of Directors
Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO
TLL Staff The Toy Association has announced President and CEO Steve Pasierb is stepping down from his role at the organization in the spring of 2024. His current contract will expire in April, following nearly a decade of leadership with the trade organization. “It has been a distinct honor and privilege to serve in the role of President & CEO of The Toy … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO
Who’s News: PlayMonster Appoints New Chief Commercial Officer
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter PlayMonster has appointed former Mattel exec Brian Fitzharris as the company's new chief commercial officer. PlayMonster Group is an international company that specializes in manufacturing and marketing products such as toys, games, puzzles and more. “At PlayMonster, where our relentless commitment to growth and innovation propels us forward, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: PlayMonster Appoints New Chief Commercial Officer
Who’s News: Crayola Continues Licensing with Key Executive Hires
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola has appointed new executive hires to support the growth of its global licensing and LBE businesses. The new executive hires include Anna Roca, Jonathan Linn, Gabby Munoz, and Thomas Dimech.“These changes will enable new licensed promotions and partnerships, increase our focus on licensed retail development around the globe, and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Crayola Continues Licensing with Key Executive Hires
Who’s News: Wildbrain Hires Key Talent For In-House Services and German Operations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wildbrain CPLG has added two top executives to bolster its in-house services and commercial teams in London and Munich, respectively. In London, Clare Vosper Mortimer has joined WildBrain CPLG’s in-house services team in the new role of VP, Finance and Operations. She will oversee the company’s finance function and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wildbrain Hires Key Talent For In-House Services and German Operations