Pocket.watch Names Xavier Kochar its First COO/CFO
Xavier Kochar, a former WarnerMedia executive, has joined pocket.watch as the company’s first chief operating officer and chief financial officer.
PlayMonster Will Introduce Star Wars Products in 2022
PlayMonster has partnered with LucasFilm to introduce a range of Star Wars-themed products from Koosh, Colorforms, Spirograph, and more product lines.
TTPM Unveils Holiday 2021 Most Wanted Toys
This year, the Holiday Most Wanted List is divided into four categories: Learning & Developmental Play, Activities & Active Play, Role Playing & Imaginative Play, and Entertainment/Influencers. Within each of the four categories, the TTPM Editorial Team has selected the HOT DOZEN™, the top 12 toys in each category.
Miraculous Names Licensing Agent for Central America
Mon Entertainment will oversee licensing and merchandising for Miraculous in Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic.
Schleich Launches Search for ‘Chief Storytelling Officer’
Schleich has launched a search for a child who has what it takes to become a chief storytelling officer. The chosen CSO will receive $10,000 and be featured in the company’a 2021 holiday ad campaign.
Toy Creators Academy Introduces Scholarship Program
The Toy Coach Azhelle Wade and Learning Express Toys Lake Zurich have partnered to host 10 aspiring toy creators in the Toy Creators Academy.
Disguise, Inc. Continues to Grow EMEA Team
Disguise, Inc. — the costume division of JAKKS Pacific — hired Kim Lucas and Nathalie Ferrier to its growing EMEA team.
PlayMonster Teases Snap Ships Tabletop Game
PlayMonster and Lynnvander Studios are developing a new tabletop game from the Snap Ships brand, called Snap Ships Tactics, offering fans a sneak peek of the new game at Gen Con 2021.
Hasbro to Open ‘The Game Room’ at American Dream
“The Game Room powered by Hasbro” is an immersive concept that will incorporate the company’s brands including Monopoly, G.I. Joe, My Little Pony, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Clue, Connect Four, and Candyland.