Mattel Appoints Jennifer Kettnich Vice President, Investor Relations
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) has appointed Jennifer Kettnich as Vice President of Investor Relations, reporting to CFO Anthony DiSilvestro. Kettnich, formerly VP of Investor Relations at Disney, brings significant experience in investor relations, corporate finance, and equity analysis. Her role involves leading Mattel's investor engagement, communicating the company's value proposition, and articulating its strategy to expand beyond toys into entertainment.
DiSilvestro highlighted Kettnich's expertise as beneficial for Mattel's current strategy to grow its IP-driven toy business and expand its entertainment offering. Kettnich expressed excitement about joining Mattel during its expansion into entertainment verticals and capturing more value for its world-class IP.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) ha nominato Jennifer Kettnich come Vicepresidente delle Relazioni con gli Investitori, riportando al CFO Anthony DiSilvestro. Kettnich, precedentemente VP delle Relazioni con gli Investitori presso Disney, porta con sé una significativa esperienza in relazioni con gli investitori, finanza aziendale e analisi azionaria. Il suo ruolo consiste nel guidare l'impegno di Mattel con gli investitori, comunicare il valore dell'azienda e articolare la sua strategia per espandersi oltre i giocattoli nell'intrattenimento.
DiSilvestro ha sottolineato che l'esperienza di Kettnich è vantaggiosa per la strategia attuale di Mattel per crescere il proprio business di giocattoli basato su IP e ampliare la propria offerta di intrattenimento. Kettnich ha espresso entusiasmo per l'ingresso in Mattel durante la sua espansione nei settori dell'intrattenimento, cercando di catturare ulteriore valore per il suo IP di classe mondiale.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) ha nombrado a Jennifer Kettnich como Vicepresidenta de Relaciones con Inversores, reportando al CFO Anthony DiSilvestro. Kettnich, anteriormente VP de Relaciones con Inversores en Disney, aporta una experiencia significativa en relaciones con inversores, finanzas corporativas y análisis de acciones. Su papel implica liderar el compromiso de Mattel con los inversores, comunicar la propuesta de valor de la empresa y articular su estrategia para expandirse más allá de los juguetes hacia el entretenimiento.
DiSilvestro destacó que la experiencia de Kettnich es beneficiosa para la estrategia actual de Mattel para hacer crecer su negocio de juguetes impulsado por IP y expandir su oferta de entretenimiento. Kettnich manifestó su entusiasmo por unirse a Mattel durante su expansión en los sectores de entretenimiento y capturar más valor de su IP de clase mundial.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT)는 Jennifer Kettnich를 투자자 관계 부사장으로 임명하고 CFO Anthony DiSilvestro에게 보고하게 됩니다. Kettnich는 이전에 Disney에서 투자자 관계 부사장을 맡았으며, 투자자 관계, 기업 금융 및 주식 분석에 대한 상당한 경험을 가지고 있습니다. 그녀의 역할은 Mattel의 투자자 참여를 이끌고 회사의 가치 제안을 전달하며, 장난감을 넘어 엔터테인먼트로 확장하는 전략을 설명하는 것입니다.
DiSilvestro는 Kettnich의 전문성이 현재 Mattel의 IP 기반 장난감 사업을 성장시키고 엔터테인먼트 제공을 확장하는 전략에 유익하다고 강조했습니다. Kettnich는 Mattel이 엔터테인먼트 분야로 확장하는 동안 합류하게 된 것에 대해 흥미롭게 생각하고 있으며, 세계적 수준의 IP에서 더 많은 가치를 포착할 수 있기를 기대하고 있습니다.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) a nommé Jennifer Kettnich au poste de Vice-Présidente des Relations Investisseurs, reportant au CFO Anthony DiSilvestro. Kettnich, anciennement VP des Relations Investisseurs chez Disney, apporte une expérience significative dans les relations investisseurs, la finance d'entreprise et l'analyse des actions. Son rôle consiste à diriger l'engagement des investisseurs de Mattel, à communiquer la proposition de valeur de l'entreprise et à articuler sa stratégie d'expansion au-delà des jouets vers le divertissement.
DiSilvestro a souligné que l'expertise de Kettnich est bénéfique pour la stratégie actuelle de Mattel visant à développer son activité de jouets basée sur la propriété intellectuelle et à élargir son offre de divertissement. Kettnich a exprimé son enthousiasme à rejoindre Mattel durant son expansion dans le secteur du divertissement et à saisir davantage de valeur de sa propriété intellectuelle de classe mondiale.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) hat Jennifer Kettnich zur Vizepräsidentin für Investor Relations ernannt, die an CFO Anthony DiSilvestro berichtet. Kettnich, zuvor VP für Investor Relations bei Disney, bringt umfassende Erfahrungen in Investor Relations, Unternehmensfinanzierung und Aktienanalyse mit. Ihre Rolle umfasst das Leiten des Investor-Engagements von Mattel, die Kommunikation des Wertangebots des Unternehmens und die Darstellung seiner Strategie zur Expansion über Spielzeug hinaus in den Bereich Unterhaltung.
DiSilvestro hob hervor, dass Kettnichs Expertise vorteilhaft für die aktuelle Strategie von Mattel ist, das IP-gesteuerte Spielzeuggeschäft auszubauen und das Unterhaltungsangebot zu erweitern. Kettnich äußerte ihre Freude über den Einstieg bei Mattel während der Expansion in die Unterhaltungsbranche und das Ziel, mehr Wert aus dem weltklasse IP zu schöpfen.
- Appointment of experienced investor relations professional with entertainment industry background
- Strategic focus on expanding IP-driven toy business and entertainment offerings
- Potential for improved investor communications and engagement
- None.
Jennifer Kettnich (Photo: Business Wire)
Kettnich is responsible for leading Mattel’s Investor Relations function, engaging with investors and analysts and communicating the company’s value proposition, investment thesis, financial performance, and long-term strategy.
DiSilvestro said: “Mattel welcomes Jenn as our new head of Investor Relations to further our engagement with the investor community. She brings to Mattel significant investor relations and corporate finance experience in the entertainment industry and investment management space, and as a buy-side equity analyst. Her deep expertise will benefit Mattel at an exciting time for our company as we advance our strategy to grow our IP-driven toy business and expand our entertainment offering.”
Kettnich most recently was Vice President, Investor Relations at the Walt Disney Company. In this role she served as a primary intermediary between Disney and the financial community including analysts and investors and worked closely with internal stakeholders and the company’s Board of Directors to develop and articulate messaging on strategic and financial objectives.
Kettnich was instrumental in the development of Disney’s investor communications program regarding strategy and financial objectives to enhance and support the company’s valuation. Her prior roles at Disney included Corporate Finance, where she played a key role in capital structure and M&A initiatives. She started her career as an equity research associate with Brandes Investment Partners providing analysis for investment decisions on companies in the global media and telecommunications sectors.
Kettnich added: “Mattel is an iconic company with brands that are cherished the world over. It is a thrill to join the company during such an exciting chapter as it further expands into entertainment verticals and captures more value for its world-class IP. I look forward to working with
Kettnich holds an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School of the University of
About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.
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