Helen De La Cruz joins Spin Master as Senior Director of Inventor Relations

Spin Master has welcomed Helen De La Cruz as Senior Director of Inventor Relations, overseeing all of Spin’s toy brands.

Boasting more than 30 years of Inventor Relations experience, Helen has championed, managed and negotiated thousands of inventor options and license agreements and is passionate about fostering relationships that build on innovation and collaboration.

“It’s exciting to have none other than Helen De La Cruz join Spin Master as our new Senior Director of Inventor Relations,” said Ben Dermer, SVP of Inventor Relations at Spin Master.

“Our paths have crossed many times during Helen’s incredible 30 plus year career in toys and we are delighted to officially welcome her as a colleague here at Spin Master.”

Helen added: “I’m thrilled to join the Spin Master family, eager for the exciting adventures ahead with the Inventor Relations team. I’m also excited to reconnect with my fellow inventors, working together to achieve success through innovation, collaboration, and the joy of play.”

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