New York, NY – April 15, 2014 – Women in Toys (WIT), a global organization for professional women in the toy, licensing and entertainment industries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Mady, President of Brandberry, Inc. as their new board president, succeeding Joan Luks, President of The Serenata Group, who served as board president for 3 ½  years.

Women in Toys provides its members with a collaborative, empowering environment through shared resources, industry connections and extensive networking opportunities to foster professional growth and career enrichment.  The organization recognizes and promotes the achievements of outstanding female leaders at all levels and capacities within the industry.

Ashley Mady, President of Brandberry, Inc.

“I am honored to serve as president of WIT and look forward to connecting with each of our members," said Ashley Mady. “Our industry is teeming with smart, strong and talented women, and I’m excited for the opportunity to work together and take WIT to new heights. Our new committees have refined and strengthened our organization, and I encourage others to get involved, join a committee, and take advantage of everything WIT has to offer.”

Other new appointments include Stephanie Barone, VP of Product Development for Innovative Designs as Treasurer; Caitlin Gutekunst, Senior Manager, Content Acquisition & Business Development at LeapFrog, as Regional Chapter Chair; Jennifer Quattrock, Independent Design Contractor as Design Chair, and Mali Baum, CEO of Beezeebee, as Chair of International Chapters.

WIT also unveiled a new committee-based structure to support the organization’s goals and mission.  Committees, chaired by board members, are composed of WIT members, whose diverse and talented expertise will help guide WIT toward continued growth.

WIT Committees

Community Involvement

Public Relations

Design

Regional Chapters

Empowerment Initiatives

Scholarships

Finance

Social Media

Fundraisers

Sponsorship

International Chapters

TIA Liaison

Legal

Tradeshows

LIMA Liaison

Video/Podcasts

Marketing & Promotions

Website

Membership

Wonder Woman Awards