Women in Toys details leadership appointments

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment has welcomed two appointments to its leadership.

Angelina Castro, formerly Interim Executive Director, has been named Executive Director, while Janice Ross assumes the role of Business Development Advisor.

In addition, WiT’s Board of Directors welcomes two new members. Kristin Lecour, Vice President, Consumer Products and Canadian Distribution at 9 StoryMedia Group begins her second term as a board member and continues as the Co-Chair of the WiT Foundation’s Scholarship Committee. Nancy Molenda, Vice President, Global Corporate Events and Philanthropy at Mattel, will join the board as a new member and maintain her position as Co-Chair of the Wonder Women Awards.

“WiT is entering a new era of strategic growth,” said Ehi Oviasu-Kahn, Chairwoman of the Board.

“Our newly appointed leadership team and dynamic board members position us to deliver even greater impact in our industry. Together, we’re building momentum and transforming the consumer products industry by harnessing the strength of our global community.”

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