Heathside Trading has expanded their Business Development team, welcoming Matthew Cooper as their new senior global business development manager.
Matthew (pictured) joins from Paramount where he was the UK Toys & Games licensing manager for the past 3 years.
“We are so pleased that Matthew has joined us, alongside myself and Kirstie Guthrie we will have a team that broaches all areas of the licensing and trend field”
“We are so pleased that Matthew has joined us, alongside myself and Kirstie Guthrie we will have a team that broaches all areas of the licensing and trend field. Matthews ability to spot trends and develop lines will be crucial for the business to keep bringing hot and fresh products to our customers”
Matthew added “Heathside has done a brilliant job in reaching fans of all ages with their award winning ranges of toys and collectibles. I look forward to working to build out the portfolio of licenses that we will work with and to bring new and exciting products to fans and collectors. I look forward to some exciting conversations at Toy Fairs and beyond and welcome licensors to get in touch.”
Heathside has recently won an award for their South Park collectible figures at the Kidult Awards under their Khadou brand and are keen to continue this trend of success. The team aim to deliver best in class products that represent the fanbases desire for thoughtful and fan-centric products. Matt’s appointment highlights the teams desire to expand the portfolio of IP that Heathside work with to bring more fan-centric brands to market. Kirstie will remain point of contact for most licensors.
