Category: You’re Hired

Perez brings rich experience to the Executive Producer role, having spent a cumulative 14 years producing international and domestic content for the nonprofit organization behind the beloved series. Beginning with Sesame Street’s upcoming 53rd season, he will oversee the production and creative direction of the series and related domestic social impact productions, digital projects, and themed entertainment experiences. He will report to Kay Wilson Stallings, Executive Vice President of Creative and Production.

Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, has announced that Jeremy Padawer joins the c-suite as Chief Brand Officer, effective immediately. Padawer is a toy industry veteran with deep expertise in brand development across multiple toy categories including collectibles, as well as an experienced executive in e-commerce and animated content. Padawer has been instrumental in Jazwares’ growth since joining the company in 2019 when Jazwares acquired Wicked Cool Toys. In this newly created role prioritizing brand and growth strategies, Padawer will be responsible for the company’s global brand building, design, marketing, and communications across all business units.

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Chris Cocks as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors, effective February 25, 2022.

Funko, Inc., a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, has announced that Charles Denson, a current member of the Board, has been appointed Chairman of the Board effective immediately. Mr. Denson replaces Ken Brotman of ACON Investments, who will continue to serve as a board member.

Industry veteran Andy Moberg has joined Fun In Motion Toys as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. The exciting news was announced by Kevin Daniels, Founding President of Fun In Motion Toys.

Following a major year of expansion with the recently announced acquisition of Canada’s WOW! Unlimited Media, Inc., and a major stake in Germany’s Your Family Entertainment AG, Genius Brands International, Inc. (“Genius Brands” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GNUS) continues to strengthen its global operations and strategy with the appointment of Zrinka Dekic as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Strategy and Mergers and Acquisitions.

IMC Toys appoints Michael Pisors as the new Head of Marketing as the company seeks to further its growth in the North American market. In his new role, Pisors is responsible for managing brand marketing strategies for all properties supported in the North American market, inclusive of Cry Babies, the #1 growth driver in the Special Feature Nurturing Doll category, as well as Cry Babies Magic Tears, VIP Pets and Bloopies. In addition to growing the existing business, he will work to expand IMC’s portfolio by overseeing the creation of new brands from point of conception through launch, as well as the development of powerful consumer and retail marketing campaigns.

Moose Toys is celebrating two senior internal promotions, solidifying their top tier leadership team moving into 2022. Industry veteran Ronnie Frankowski will take on the newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Belinda Gruebner will elevate to the role of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), both effective immediately.

Glenn Abell, formerly president and general manager of Moose Toys U.S., has joined Mattel as senior vice president, MEGA and global head of the construction category.