By Allison Watkinson
TLL Reporter
RWS Global has appointed Veronica Hart as the newest member of its board of directors and Danielle Tanton as the company’s director of business development.
RWS Global is a live entertainment company that offers end-to-end services for a wide range of live events, exhibits and themed attractions.
The company provides its event development and operations services to a variety of major brands and organizations including Apple, Coca-Cola, Hard Rock Resorts, Crayola, Hershey Entertainment and more.
In her new role on the company’s board of directors, Hart will act as a trustee of RWS Global, as well as providing corporate oversight on the overall performance of the business. She will also utilize her extensive experience in the brand management industry to lead RWS Global’s licensing initiatives with large-scale IPs and international consumer brands.
“We are thrilled to welcome Veronica to our board,” said RWS Global CEO, Ryan Stana. “Her passion for fandom and her deep knowledge of the licensing industry will be invaluable assets as we expand our offerings globally and strengthen our position in the market.”
With over 25 years of experience in the sales, operations and licensing sector, Hart has held executive leadership roles at high-profile companies such as Paramount, HIT Entertainment, Sesame Workshop, CBS Studios and Licensing International.
“I am excited to join the team at RWS Global and help further elevate their global position as leaders in live entertainment and continue to push boundaries and deliver unforgettable experiences to fans around the world,” said Hart.
The appointment of Danielle Tanton to the role of director of business development is intended to support RWS Global’s ongoing efforts to expand its portfolio of licensed entertainment offerings.
Tanton brings more than 13 years of experience in the entertainment licensing industry from executive leadership roles at companies such as Mattel, Paramount, Entertainment One and DHX Media.
In her new position at RWS Global, Tanton will be responsible for expanding the company’s global licensing business through licensing partnerships with owners of global entertainment IP.