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Big Bad Boo Hires VP as ‘Head Do-Gooder’

Big Bad Boo Studios, despite its name, is an animation company that wants to do good in the world, and how better to do that than to hire a Vice President in charge of doing good things? With that in mind, BBB has hired a new Vice President, Nikki Whaites, to head its international development team from her base in Toronto, Canada. Whaites was formerly the head of international … [Read more...] about Big Bad Boo Hires VP as ‘Head Do-Gooder’

VIZ Media Hires Former Netflix Licensing Chief Laurie Takaragawa

VIZ Media announced it's made a major addition to its licensing team, hiring Laura Takaragawa, the Head of Consumer Licensing at Netflix, as its new VP of Consumer Products Licensing & Promotions. Viz says the newly created position will allow for the integration of all of VIZ Media's licensed merchandise, collaborations, interactive and digital games, LBE, and promotions … [Read more...] about VIZ Media Hires Former Netflix Licensing Chief Laurie Takaragawa

New CEO at Sambro International

The popular toy manufacturer and distributor, Sambro International Ltd., has appointed Paul Blackaby as its new chief executive officer, as he looks to “lead the team through its next stage of development.” Blackaby joined the Sambro business in February 2020 as chief financial officer, bringing with him many years of experience in both the manufacturing and consumer goods … [Read more...] about New CEO at Sambro International

Carley Leads Global Licensing at BBC Studios

BBC Studios is getting serious about licensing, and has promoted veteran exec Andrew Carley to the newly created role of Director of Global Licensing. The move will see Carley empowered to create and manage a long-term strategy which, among other projects, will include opportunities for the BBC's highly successful pre-school show Bluey. “The BBC has long been synonymous with … [Read more...] about Carley Leads Global Licensing at BBC Studios

Licensing Letter Editor To Deliver Keynote at Octane5 Event

Octane5, the company behind the BrandComply Licensing Enterprise Platform, has announced its 2021 International Open House March 4, 2021, featuring The Licensing Letter Editor in Chief Gary Symons as the keynote speaker. Symons, who also presented Rise of the Virtual Influencer at the SPLiCE Conference last month (Society of Product Licensors Committed to Excellence), will … [Read more...] about Licensing Letter Editor To Deliver Keynote at Octane5 Event

Jodi Bogdanoff Tagged for Key Role at Brand Central

Brand Central LLC, a global licensing consultancy headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Louisville and New Jersey, has announced the promotion of Jodi Bogdanoff to the position of Senior Vice President of Licensing. Bogdanoff, who has been promoted from Vice President to Senior Vice President, will be reporting directly to Brand Central CEO Ross Misher. In her expanded … [Read more...] about Jodi Bogdanoff Tagged for Key Role at Brand Central

Highlights Names M-Zone As North American Agent

The educational toy and literature company Highlights is kicking off its 75th year with the appointment of The-M-Zone as its North American licensing agent. The-M-Zone will pursue licensees and partnerships that will deliver content, product and experiences that engage, delight and foster joyful learning. “Partnering with The-M-Zone comes at an opportune time when children’s … [Read more...] about Highlights Names M-Zone As North American Agent

Who’s News: Round-up of Licensing Appointments

Georgina Heatley Joins ARTiSTORY The artsy licensing firm ARTiSTORY has hired Georgina Heatley (pictured) as its new licensing and editorial assistant, joining company founders Yizan He and Natasha Dyson in their quest ‘transform artefacts to merchandise.’ ARTiSTORY was founded to help create well designed merchandise that is inspired by art and cultural works, and getting … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Round-up of Licensing Appointments