The Women in Toys (WIT), Licensing and Entertainment will hold its 14th annual award ceremony February 18, 2018.
On this occasion, the WIT will honour Norma Rosenhain of Creata with its Lifetime Achievement Award and Nancy Zwiers of Spin Master at the awards gala.
The Lifetime Achievement award celebrates an industry thought leader who personifies innovative and visionary leadership, as well as someone who has made significant contributions to toys, licensing or entertainment.
This year’s recipient, Rosenhain, is the founder, owner and chief executive officer of the Creata Group of companies that includes Creata, a consumer marketing and promotional company; Centa IP, a global licensing agency; Ultimate Source, a global toy company; and Build-A-Bear Austrlia & Singapore.
Meanwhile, the Elise Lachowyn Mentorship Award was established to recognize outstanding industry mentors for the impact they have had on the professional development and career advancement for those they mentor.
This year’s honoree, Zwiers, is the executive vice president and global chief marketing officer at Spin Master. During her 25-year career, she has served as a role model and mentor with a strong commitment to the advancement of women.
She also mentors U.S. Foreign Service Public Diplomats, helping them more powerfully communicate with youth around the globe.
The Wonder Women Gala will also spotlight the Toys ‘R’ Us President of Play, 11-year-old Ariana Gentry, with a Wonder Girl Award for her toy expertise and organic passion for play.
The WIT Foundation Scholarship program will also present seven scholarships to student recipients at related toy, engineering and licensing industry-focused programs at universities around the world.
The 14th annual Wonder Women Gala will take place on Sunday, February 18, 2018, and will celebrate finalists in categories such as creator/innovator, licensing, manufacturing, marketing, public relations, retailer, sales and rising star.
