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Top Moonbug shows, Blippi, CoComelon and Lellobee City Farm Join WarnerMedia Kids

WarnerMedia Kids & Family announced multiple new acquisitions that will bring some of the most celebrated digital preschool content to Cartoonito on HBO Max and Cartoon Network beginning Monday, Jan. 31. The new preschool block has picked up popular shows from Moonbug Entertainment, including several offerings from Blippi, CoComelon—the #1 most-watched brand on YouTube, Lellobee City Farm, and a second season of Mia’s Magic Playground.

Wildbrain CPLG Takes to the Podium with Sauber Motorsport Representation Deal

WildBrain CPLG, one of the world’s leading entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies, has further expanded its Lifestyle portfolio with the signing of global representation rights for the internationally renowned Swiss motorsport company, Sauber Motorsport AG. Under the deal, WildBrain CPLG will handle all Sauber brands, including Sauber Motorsports, which owns and operates the Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN, as well as Sauber Technologies and Sauber Esports. The initial focus will be on the UK, EMEA, China, India and North America markets.

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ZAG Appoints Carlotta Caracciolo as Consumer Products VP for The Middle East and Africa

Award-winning global independent animation studio ZAG has appointed former MGA Entertainment and Warner Bros. executive Carlotta Caracciolo as its first VP, Middle East and Africa, to oversee the company’s consumer products strategy in the region. The appointment was announced by Julian Zag, SVP Global Operations and Head of Consumer Products, to whom Caracciolo reports.

Douglas Unveils New Sassy Saks for 2022

Sassy Saks are iconic to Douglas Company. This style savvy trend came in hot and has never cooled off! The 2022 runway will host an introduction of 11 new fashion forward pet carrying bags.
Sassy Saks come fully lined with a double handle carry. Each 6.5” tote-style bag is intricately corded on the edges making the quality of the design top tier. The bag not only fits the small pet it comes with, but all the must-carry items a young lady needs.

Elenco is Positively Charged for Snap Circuits Celebrations in 2022

Elenco, the creators of the award-winning Snap Circuits line of educational circuit-building toys announces a year filled with celebrations in honor of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the company as well as the 20th anniversary of Snap Circuits.

The Insights Family Annual Industry Voice Survey is Available

The Insights Family, the global leader in kids, parents and family research, launches its annual Industry Voice Survey to identify industry professionals’ perceptions of the industry, how it is evolving, and some of the biggest challenges and opportunities that company’s collectively face. Following the survey, the company’s in-house market experts produce a report which investigates the confidence levels of industry professionals, as well as their thoughts and opinions on the current market, in order to facilitate a wider conversation in the industry.

Kidrobot Debuts its First Three Disney Vinyl Art Figures

Kidrobot has debuted its first Disney Vinyl Art Figures in collaboration with the entertainment icon. These new takes on classic Disney characters expand the scope of its existing Disney collection to the art vinyl medium, and are the first in a continuing creative line. The three Kidrobot Disney figures are currently available for pre-order on Kidrobot.com for an estimated Q4 2022 estimated delivery.

Douglas Launches New ‘Foodie Macaroon’ Plush for 2022

With each New Year comes the conversation of how to improve on your diet. It’s never fun, but it always takes place. Plush toy maker and lifestyle gift creator, Douglas Company, has decided to up the fun factor when it comes to a new year of food with their newest Foodie Macaroon introductions for 2022!

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Just Play Creates New Division, Just Play Entertainment & Gaming

Just Play, a leading global consumer products company behind several best-selling toy lines including Blue’s Clues & You!, CoComelon, Disney Doorables, and Slinky, has announced the launch of a new Entertainment & Gaming division focused on the creation of new and original IP through content and gaming. Stone Newman has been appointed as the company’s inaugural Chief Content Officer.