By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has appointed Jo Astles as its new artist and licensing development manager to aid the company's ongoing expansion initiatives. Formerly serving as a licensing professional at the Bright Agency, Astles has developed a comprehensive skill set throughout her career that includes creative design, business management and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The London Studio Appoints Jo Astles to Support Expansion Initiatives
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Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has promoted Benjamin Bao to general manager at WildBrain China to support the company's expansion across the APAC region. "Both China and APAC are rapidly growing and exciting areas of opportunity for us, and we have always taken a bespoke approach to strategy and execution that works hand-in-hand with cultural nuance and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Benjamin Bao Named VP of Wildbrain China
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
Who’s News: Lids Promotes Bob Durda to President
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Lids Sports Group has officially appointed long-time employee Bob Durda as the company's new president. Lids Sports Group is a sports retailer that offers officially-licensed and branded headwear, apparel and accessories for sports fans. It is among the largest licensees in the world for licensed apparel, and particularly for hats and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lids Promotes Bob Durda to President
Who’s News: Spielwarenmesse eG Appoints Carol Rapp as Joint Director of Friedhelm Merz Verlag
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSpielwarenmesse eG has appointed Carol Rapp as its new joint director for the company's subsidiary, Friedhelm Merz Verlag.Friedhelm Merz Verlag is a German gaming event company that was acquired as a subsidiary by Spielwarenmesse eG in early 2022. Rapp will assume joint responsibility of Friedhelm Merz Verlag with the two existing directors, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Spielwarenmesse eG Appoints Carol Rapp as Joint Director of Friedhelm Merz Verlag
Who’s News: Zigazoo Appoints President of Consumer Products
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The children's social media network Zigazoo has appointed industry veteran Ashley Mady as its new President of Consumer Products. In the newly created role, Mady will spearhead physical and digital consumer product initiatives, which consist of digital assets such as NFT's, physical merchandise, and a fusion of the two categories. “Brands … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Zigazoo Appoints President of Consumer Products