Konami Digital Entertainment Co. announced that its New York City outpost, 4K Media Inc. has been renamed Konami Cross Media NY Inc. to reflect the company’s evolving, 360-degree approach to managing IP for gaming brands such as Yu-Gi-Oh!, Bomberman, Contra, and Frogger.
Viacom has acquired Sparkler, an early learning technology platform, and named its co-founder Kristen Kane as Noggin’s executive vice-president.
Donna MacNeil has been promoted to president of ChizComm, effective immediately. She previously served as the senior vice-president of marketing.
After an almost year-long search, GameStop has hired George Sherman as its new CEO.
RedwoodVentures announced that Gary King has joined the company as EVP General Manager.
Scholastic announced publisher Arthur A. Levine is departing the company to form his own independent publishing company.
Mattel has appointed Dena Cook, veteran communications executive, as executive vice-president and global head of communications and public relations.
Disney has promoted Joe D’Ambrosia to general manager, Disney Junior, realigns key roles for animation, and adds new role to strengthen Disney’s commitment to diversify.