Blue Marble appoints Jared Wolfson as CEO

Blue Marble as appointed Jared Wolfson as its new CEO.

Wolfson was previously CEO of Curiosity Ink Media where he drove creative, financial and strategic partnerships for its portfolio of kids and family entertainment properties. Wolfson has also served in senior executive leadership positions with Top Draw Animation Studio, JAKKS Pacific and Skyrocket Toys.

“I couldn’t be more honoured to join the special culture and talented teams at Blue Marble, who have embraced my arrival with open arms,” said Wolfson.

“I look forward to guiding the organisation through ongoing growth while leveraging its great strengths and unique capabilities, and continuing to deliver high-quality toy products that inspire, delight and support developing young minds around the globe.”

Launched as an educational toy company, Blue Marble has 35% market share of the STEM and science-based toy category. Wolfson plans to bolster operational efficiencies and drive mid and long-term growth opportunities for the private company, supporting expansion of its National Geographic product lines while cultivating additional licensing relationships.

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