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The firm has 'future-proofed' the creativity and independence of the studio through a majority employee ownership transaction.

Stacy Scimia has been named retail and category director of UK and Emily French Ullah has stepped into the role of category director of hardlines and publishing.

James will take on an expanded role leading the consumer products business across Viacom’s UK & Ireland, Nordics, Central and Eastern Europe and Russia (UKNEE) cluster.

In his new role, Lambur will be responsible for the company’s global distribution and co-production strategy of content to all platforms, including TV, home entertainment and digital media. He will report to the CEO and founder, Jeremy Zag.

Julia Walchuk will be charged with planning convention exclusives, working with consignment partners and designing and managing Valiant’s physical presence at events, all while maintaining relationships with comic book shops across the US.

Oliver Taylor has moved into the position as international licensing coordinator, marking his first foray into the comic industry. He joined the company as a sales intern in spring this year.

The 25-year animation veteran was previously executive producer of animation at CBBC. He also served as EP of Danger Mouse. Previously, he was series director of Mr. Bean at Tiger Aspect, where he also developed a number of projects as creative director for kids and animation.

In the newly created role, Marti will oversee the international product and go to market strategy and identify new retail partnership opportunities in the fashion and home categories.

Pullman is owned by Igor Kuleshov, president and owner of Gulliver Holdings, one of Russia’s premier toy and clothing manufacturers and distributors.

The author and creator of Postman Pat and Rosie and Jim died at his home in Cumbria, aged 85.