Spin Master Announces Retirement of President, Toys

Spin Master, a global children’s entertainment company has announced Chris Beardall, president, toys and chief commercial officer will retire as of Dec. 31. Doug Wadleigh, currently head, global toy brands, will succeed Chris as the new president, toys, beginning in January, reporting to Max Rangel, global president and chief executive officer. 

Professional journey

Beardall was first appointed as Spin Master’s vice president, product development in 2000 and has since held roles within the toy commercial business. For the past three years, he served as president, Spin Master Toys and chief commercial officer, where he led the Toy creative center with direct accountability for product development, design, packaging, licensing, product marketing and global sales.

Wadleigh joined Spin Master in 2022 as global head, toy brands, responsible for profitable growth across all toy categories, leading product development and driving sales and operational alignment. 

A toy industry veteran, Wadleigh previously held leadership positions within prominent global companies, including Mattel and Warner Bros., as well as innovative disrupters, including Baby Box. Co. and Loot Crate. Prior to joining Spin Master, he served as president and global chief marketing officer, Goliath, a privately held toys and games company.

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