Mattel, Inc. Names Margaret H. Georgiadis as Chief Executive Officer, Effective February 8, 2017
January 17, 2017 at 01:30 pm
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Mattel, Inc. announced that Margaret (Margo) H. Georgiadis has been named as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 8, 2017. Ms. Georgiadis, who will also join Mattel's Board of Directors, was most recently President, Americas at Google Inc. She will succeed Christopher A. Sinclair as CEO. Mr. Sinclair, who has led the company as Chairman and CEO since early 2015, joined Mattel's Board in 1996 and has served previously as Independent Lead Director and Chair of the executive and audit committees. Going forward, he will serve as Executive Chairman of the Board.
Mattel, Inc. is a global toy company and owner of catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises. The Company's operating segments include North America, International and American Girl. The North America and International segments sell products across its categories, although some products are developed and adapted for particular international markets. The American Girl segment is a direct marketer, retailer, and children's publisher. Its product categories include Dolls; Infant, Toddler, and Preschool; Vehicles, and Action Figures, Building Sets, Games, and Other. Its brands include Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, and MEGA, as well as other intellectual properties that it owns or licenses in partnership with global entertainment companies. Its offerings include film and television content, gaming and digital experiences, music, and live events. Its products are available in more than 150 countries.
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