By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Falcon’s Beyond Global has promoted its long-standing employee, Saham Ali, to serve as its first chief technology officer (CTO). Formally working as the company's EVP of technology, Ali has been instrumental in shaping the technological initiatives and overall business operations of Falcon's Beyond. “Technology is the heartbeat of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Falcon’s Beyond Promotes Saham Ali to Chief Technology Officer
Who's News In Licensing
Who’s News: Fender Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has appointed Edward 'Bud' Cole to the role of CEO and member of the board of directors. Cole will begin serving as CEO-designate beginning on January 19, and will officially assume the CEO position on February 16, 2026. He will be taking on the role from Andy Mooney, who plans to retire … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Fender Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
Who’s News: Crocs Announces New EVP and President of HEYDUDE
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crocs has promoted Rupert Campbell to serve on the company's executive leadership team as the EVP and president of the HEYDUDE brand. HEYDUDE is a comfort-focused footwear brand that has operated as a stand-alone division of Crocs since it was acquired by the company in 2021. Known for its super soft shoe designs, HEYDUDE has gained a loyal … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Crocs Announces New EVP and President of HEYDUDE
Who’s News: Miraculous Corp Announces New Head of Global Consumer Products Creative
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has announced that Tanya Mann has joined the company as its new executive director of global consumer products creative. In her new role, Mann will be responsible for leading the creative design and consistency of Miraculous Corp’s global portfolio of licensed consumer products. This includes overseeing the entire … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Miraculous Corp Announces New Head of Global Consumer Products Creative
Who’s News: Mattel Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is launching a new brand organization and leadership structure that will integrate marketing across the company's Global Brands and Franchise teams. The reorganized leadership structure includes several promotions to newly-created and existing executive roles at the company. These new promotions include Roberto Stanichi as … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Mattel Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
Who’s News: Josh Simon Appointed as Funko’s New CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Funko's board of directors has appointed Josh Simon to serve as the company's new chief executive officer and member of the board. Effective September 1, 2025, Simon will officially succeed Funko's interim CEO, Mike Lunsford. “I am honored to join the team at Funko, an iconic company with a huge fan base that I admire and respect," … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Josh Simon Appointed as Funko’s New CEO
Who’s News: Cottage Door Press Appoints Sean Hynes as EVP of Sales
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cottage Door Press has appointed Sean Hynes to serve on its leadership team as the executive vice president of sales. The new executive appointment comes as the publishing company enters the toy aisle with the launch of its new Luna StoryTime Projector. In his new role at Cottage Door, Hynes will use his experience working in the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Cottage Door Press Appoints Sean Hynes as EVP of Sales
Who’s News: BBC Studios Names New SVP of Consumer Products for North America
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has appointed Dion Vlachos as the company's new senior vice president of consumer products for North America. In his new role at the company, Vlachos will secure new licensing opportunities and expansions for BBC Studios’ portfolio of entertainment brands across Canada and the US. "I'm ecstatic to welcome Dion to the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Names New SVP of Consumer Products for North America
Who’s News: Spin Master Appoints Christina Miller as CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has appointed long-serving board member Christina Miller as its new CEO as Max Rangel prepares to step down. Effective July 7, 2025, she will begin serving as Spin Master's official CEO to lead the company in its future expansion initiatives. Miller is an accomplished media, entertainment and toy executive with over 25 years of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Spin Master Appoints Christina Miller as CEO
Who’s News: Authentic Appoints Tim Derner as Global Head of Marketplaces
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Authentic Brands Group has appointed Tim Derner to serve as the company's global head of marketplaces. In his new role at Authentic, Derner is responsible for spearheading the expansion of the company's global distribution initiatives. Derner's main areas of focus include strengthening existing partnerships and developing new avenues of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Authentic Appoints Tim Derner as Global Head of Marketplaces