Nelvana’s Scott Dyer Retires, Pam Westman Named Successor
Corus Entertainment’s Scott Dyer will retire as president of Nelvana, effective August 30, with current Head of Nelvana Enterprises Pam Westman named as his successor.
DHX Media Names Eric Ellenbogen as CEO
DHX Media has appointed Eric Ellenbogen, co-founder of Classic Media and former Marvel and DreamWorks alum, as CEO and vice chair of its board of directors.
Skyrocket Launches Next-Gen Pomsies: Lumies
Skyrocket Toys launched its newest generation of Pomsies interactive pets, Pomsies Lumies, which feature special secret modes created by top-tier influencers built in.
Genius Play Pix Returns for Holiday Season
The Toy Association invites its members to participate in its second annual Genius of Play holiday initiative: Genius Play Pix. Through the program, members will have the opportunity to showcase their products on The Genius of Play’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), and reach more than 2 million people each month. To participate, submit lifestyle images of kids using your toys by September 30. The Genius of Play is…
Clio Awards to Honor Barbie with Brand Icon Award
The Clio Awards will honor Barbie with a Brand Icon Award at the 60th annual Clio Awards ceremony, hosted by Andy Cohen.
Far Out Toys’ NASCAR Toy Line Now Available Exclusively at Walmart
NASCAR and Far Out Toys announced the launch of the NASCAR Adventure Force Crash Racers, the first in a new line of NASCAR-branded racing sets from Far Out Toys.
Aussie Hit ‘Bluey’ Readies for U.S. Debut
BBC Studios has set the U.S. premiere date for the Australian kids’ series, Bluey. The series heads to Disney Junior on September 9.
Creativity for Kids Serves Up Spooky Cool Twist on Rock Painting
Creativity for Kids, a Faber-Castell brand, has unveiled its new Glow in the Dark Rock Painting Kit to inspire spooktacular acts of kindness.
Brand Central Announces New Licensing Director
Brand Central announced the promotion of Lexi DeForest to the position of licensing director, which is effective immediately.