The award-winning content creation, distribution and licensing studio One Animation is expanding its digital team with the appointment of two new executives to newly created roles. Kelly Joeman will join as Senior Manager, Audience Development and Tuan Nguyen has been tapped as E-Commerce Manager. Both will be based in One Animation’s Singapore office. “We’re committed to … [Read more...] about One Animation Announces Two Key Hires
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Michael Kors To Appoint New CEO Joshua Schulman
The global fashion brand Michael Kors is getting a new CEO, as veteran executive Joshua Schulman has been tapped to lead the company beginning in September 2022. Parent company Capri Holdings Ltd. says Schulman will succeed John Idol as the CEO of Capri, while Idol will take on the role of executive chairman. Initially, that means Schulman will be in charge of all operations … [Read more...] about Michael Kors To Appoint New CEO Joshua Schulman
Endemol Shine Names New VP of Licensing for North America
Endemol Shine North America says it has promoted Scott Shillet to the position of Vice President of Licensing for North America, after a successful run as Executive Director of Licensing. Endemol Shine North America, as a division of Banijay, has a thriving licensing business globally, and the company says Shillett has been a big part of their story, said President & Chief … [Read more...] about Endemol Shine Names New VP of Licensing for North America
Ashley Maidy Appointed Head of CP At Riot Games
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Riot Games says it has appointed Ashley Maidy as its new Head of Global Consumer Products. Riot is the gaming developer and publisher known for global hit PC games such as League of Legends and VALORANT, both of which have become major vehicles for licensing deals and consumer products. With CP becoming such a big part of the company's … [Read more...] about Ashley Maidy Appointed Head of CP At Riot Games
Funko Appoints New Sales Director For EMEA
The pop culture collectible company Funko has reinforced its sales team in the EMEA region with the appointment of Karen Athill. Formerly the sales director at MGA Entertainment, Athill will join the Funko team in Europe as the regional sales director, continuing what Funko has described as its "phenomenal European takeover." Funko says they are thrilled to have Athill on the … [Read more...] about Funko Appoints New Sales Director For EMEA
Jane Smith Joins Junk Kouture As Chief Content Officer
Jane Smith, the former group director of brand licensing and gaming at Endemol Shine, is the new Chief Content Officer at youth fashion brand Junk Kouture. Smith says she will be focused on growing the brand in a sustainable manner that helps lower carbon emissions. The industry veteran will oversee the global expansion of Junk Kouture and its commercial strategy. Junk … [Read more...] about Jane Smith Joins Junk Kouture As Chief Content Officer
The Point.1888 Launches Marketing Agency
The licensing agency The Point.1888 says it's working to get better results for its clients by launching its own marketing division, called Story.1888. The Point.1888 prides itself on breaking the mold for licensing companies, and in this case obviously feels if you want something done right, you need to do it yourself. As a result, clients will now have the option to use the … [Read more...] about The Point.1888 Launches Marketing Agency
New CEO Coming To Funko, Amid Record Revenues
The leading pop culture consumer products company Funko today announced its executive leadership transition plan, which includes the appointment of Andrew Perlmutter as CEO. Funko says the transition plan is designed to maintain Funko’s creative leadership in the consumer product and licensing sectors, while positioning the company to deliver long-term growth and shareholder … [Read more...] about New CEO Coming To Funko, Amid Record Revenues
Isabel Graham To Head LEGO Marketing in the UK
Long-time LEGO executive Isabel Graham is moving across the pond, as the new head of marketing for LEGO UK & Ireland. Graham has held a number of key positions with The LEGO Group over the past decade. Among other things, she has worked with The LEGO Agency, LEGO's Product Group Marketing, and was a core member of The Americas Brand Marketing Team. Until this week Graham … [Read more...] about Isabel Graham To Head LEGO Marketing in the UK
Kim Boyd Tapped To Lead Hasbro’s Brands & Consumer Innovation Team
Veteran Hasbro executive Kim Boyd has been chosen to lead the company's new Global Brands & Consumer Innovation division. The formation of the GBCI division is a major strategic goal for Hasbro this year, and the company has opted to go for a leader with in-house knowledge and a track record of success with a variety of Hasbro products. Hasbro says, effective … [Read more...] about Kim Boyd Tapped To Lead Hasbro’s Brands & Consumer Innovation Team