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Joe Ruffner Named Executive Director of Right Angle Entertainment

Right Angle Entertainment has announced veteran live entertainment industry executive Joe Ruffner has been promoted to executive director. His responsibilities will entail the oversight and management of Right Angle Entertainment’s touring productions, as well as adding his expertise to the rapid and strategic growth of the company. Right Angle Entertainment was founded in 2014 by Alison Spiriti and Justin Sudds and produces and/or manages the North American tours and experiences for Wheel of Fortune Live!, Hasbro’s Clue a Walking Mystery, The Price is Right Live!, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, The Psychology of Serial Killers, The Life and Music of George Michael, Ghosts: Do You Believe? and many more.

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The Wiggles Appoint Luke O’Neill as New CEO to Lead Digital Transformation and Global Expansion

The Wiggles, the world’s premier children’s entertainment organization, is excited to announce the appointment of Luke O’Neill to the newly created position of Chief Executive Officer. This significant move marks the beginning of a new chapter in the illustrious 30-plus year history of The Wiggles, the beloved global icons renowned for their innovative and engaging children’s edutainment content. O’Neill boasts a proven track record in accelerating growth and leading digital transformations for top-tier companies in the Real Estate, Hospitality, and Events industries. He joins The Wiggles at a time when the media industry is undergoing further disruption with fragmentation of audiences through the expanding number of digital streaming services and FAST channels. Having worked as a consultant with The Wiggles since mid-2023, O’Neill has already played a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction for the brand’s future, leading the development of a new digital strategy, while refocusing efforts in consumer product licensing and sponsorship opportunities.

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Cepia Appoints Josh Ganet as CCO Amid Strategic Expansion

In a strategic move to bolster its leadership team, Cepia Toys, a renowned leader in the toy industry, announces the appointment of Josh Ganet as its new Chief Commercial Officer. This announcement comes shortly after the addition of Leslie Peck as Head of Sales, North America, marking a significant strengthening of the company’s commercial strategy. Ganet’s role will be pivotal in leading global sales and development, particularly as the company gears up for the 15th anniversary relaunch of Zhu Zhu Pets with ‘Zhu Zhu Aquarium’ and the introduction of the highly anticipated ‘Decora Girlz’ line of fashion dolls this spring.

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Relatable Brings on Former IMC Toys Senior Vice President Karen Branson to Build Upon Continued Business Growth

Relatable (formerly What Do You Meme?), a modern entertainment and consumer product company inspired by pop culture and social media, announced the hiring of new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Karen Branson. This expansion follows Relatable’s highest-grossing revenue year in company history. Branson brings over 15 years of experience in the toy and game industry, where she has developed and delivered on nationwide growth plans and sales strategies. Prior to joining Relatable, Branson most recently served as Senior Vice President of IMC Toys North America.

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Plus-Plus USA Welcomes Toy Industry Veteran Tony White to Corporate Sales Team

Plus-Plus, the pioneering Danish brand known for its open-ended, creative toys that set play free with one simple shape, has announced the addition of toy veteran Tony White as Vice President of Sales for Specialty Accounts. White will be managing all specialty (non-national) account sales for Plus-Plus USA, including its network of 80+ independent sales representatives and its own internal sales teams. Moving forward, Bret Faber, now Vice President of Sales for National Accounts, will exclusively focus on the company’s growing trade in the grocery, bookstore, travel, and other key account market segments.

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Toy Monster International Hires Michael Ciminera as President of North America

Toy Monster International (TMI) have hired former Bandai exec Michael Ciminera to take on the Leadership position of President of North America (USA & Canada). Working between NJ and TMI’s recently set up Bentonville hub, Michael Ciminera will oversee Sales, Business Development, Operations and Retail Marketing for the US and Canadian markets across the Toy, Licensing and Homewares divisions of The Monster Group. He reports into the Founder Nir Pizmony.

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Toikido Expands Commercial Team with Appointment of Sabrina Segalov as New Licensing Director

Fast-growing creative studio, Toikido, has expanded its commercial team with the appointment of experienced Licensing Director, Sabrina Segalov, who will be working alongside Chief Commercial Officer Will Ochoa, and US Managing Director Darryl Lai. Established in 2020, Toikido boasts a global ecosystem across licensing, gaming, music, marketing, and entertainment and is dedicated to developing its own exceptional intellectual properties [IP] across all entertainment genres.

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Cepia Toys Announces Leslie Peck as New Head of Sales for North America

Cepia Toys, a renowned leader in the toy industry, is excited to welcome Leslie Peck as the new Head of Sales for North America. Peck, with her extensive 15-year background in both retail and manufacturing sectors, is set to bring a wealth of experience and insights to the St. Louis-based company. Starting her career in toy merchandising at Walmart, Leslie Peck has risen through the ranks, holding senior sales positions at Hasbro Toys before her recent tenure in a significant sales leadership role at Moose Toys. Now based in Bentonville, Arkansas, Peck’s role as a mother to three daughters uniquely positions her to understand the evolving consumer trends and preferences in the toy market.

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Spin Master Reinvigorates Toy Innovation Appointing David Voss as Executive Vice President, Global Toy Design & Development

Spin Master Corporation, a leading global children’s entertainment company, announced the appointment of David Voss as Executive Vice President, Global Toy Design & Development. The newly created role builds on Spin Master’s commitment to creating disruptive play experiences and highlights plans to reinvigorate toy innovation and elevate design for continued growth within the industry. Voss will oversee the co-creation of a best-in-class product development vision and manufacturing strategy, while overseeing all inventor relations, advanced concepts, design, engineering, visual branding and packaging, reporting to Global President & CEO, Max Rangel.