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PlayMonster Takes Off in 2022 with Significant Capital Injection and New CEO Tim Kilpin

PlayMonster launches into 2022 with fresh capital from global private markets firms Adams Street Partners and H.I.G Capital, and promotes tenured industry leader Tim Kilpin and former PlayMonster President to the role of CEO. This significant capital investment and leadership change symbolizes PlayMonster’s latest chapter as a top international toy and game company, and sets the foundation for continued growth and innovation in 2022 and beyond.

Make-A-Fort Engages Kids in 2022 with New Creator Kits

This is the year that award winning Make-A-Fort moves from being an influencer to having kids be the creator. The toymaker built its reputation last year for its knowledge and expertise on durable building structures that are intuitive and irresistible to kids of all ages. The company influenced a new generation of kids to skip the couch cushions and build a more durable and exciting fort. Make-A-Fort launches its Creator Kits for budding builders ready for the next level.

WildBrain CPLG Extends Peanuts Representation to India

WildBrain CPLG, one of the world’s leading entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies, is expanding its multi‐territory representation deal with Peanuts Worldwide to include the Indian market. Under its recently launched dedicated India office, WildBrain CPLG will build on its successful EMEA partnership for the iconic Peanuts character brand and assemble a local cross‐category program targeting apparel, gifting, homewares, stationery, pet accessories and promotions for all demographics.

Xilam Strengthens its Production Division

Xilam Animation, the independent animation production and distribution company, announces a new organizational structure for its production division, effective as of January 1, 2022, in order to prepare for market growth in coming years, both in terms of volume and in value, and in particular on platforms.

Cyber Group Studios Inks a Strategic Partnership with Leading UK Animation Studio A Productions

Cyber Group Studios, a leading producer and distributor of animated series, best known for its award-winning series Gigantosaurus, has announced that it has acquired a majority ownership stake in A Productions, a leading UK-based animation production studio.

Hape Launches New Specialty Division “Uniche Collective”

Hape, a leader in designing and manufacturing high quality baby and children’s wooden toys made from sustainable materials, has launched a new division and separate company called Uniche Collective: Unique + Niche = Uniche. Uniche will be headed by long-time Hape veteran, Cassidy Smith, the former vice president of sales and marketing for Hape International Inc.

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Genius Brands Promotes Industry Leader Kerry Phelan to Chief Brand Officer

Following Genius Brands’ acquisitions of Canada’s WOW! Unlimited Media, Inc. (WOW!) and Ameba TV, and major investment in Germany’s Your Family Entertainment (YFE) to build a global footprint, as well as the worldwide rollout of Kartoon Channel!/Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse, Genius Brands International, Inc. (Nasdaq: GNUS), announces the promotion of Kerry Phelan to the newly created position of Chief Brand Officer.

Mattel and Disney Announce Multi-Year Global Licensing Agreement for Disney Princess and Disney Frozen Franchises

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) has announced a multi-year global licensing agreement for the Disney Princess and Frozen franchises. Mattel will have the global licensing rights to develop lines of toys for Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing, including fashion dolls, small dolls, and figures. The collection is expected to launch at retailers around the globe at the beginning of 2023.

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Joovy Introduces RooLoop to Give Parents Confidence and Control While Practicing Skin-to-Skin Contact

Joovy introduces the RooLoop, a clinically endorsed product for expectant and new parents to promote skin-to-skin contact with newborns. This patented design, used in hospitals, NICU, and operating rooms worldwide, is now available to pregnant and postpartum parents for a supportive and natural way to secure a newborn baby while enjoying the benefits of skin-to-skin contact.

Loss of control is how the RooLoop came to be after Hayley Mullins dropped her two-week-old infant while practicing skin-to-skin contact. She took her hands away for only two seconds, but the baby fell to the floor. The shock and devastation motivated this new mom to find a solution that would give parents the confidence to practice skin-to-skin safely. Mullins, Ashley Wade, and Sarah Cox make up the founding team that brought Joeyband (formerly Sleepbelt) to market, quickly receiving support from La Leche League International and becoming a staple product in leading hospitals and clinics worldwide.