Mattel names Roger Lynch as CEO, replacing Ynon Kreiz
Mattel announced Wednesday that Roger Lynch will become the company’s chief executive officer and chairman. Lynch will replace Ynon Kreiz in both roles, according to the company announcement reported by CNBC. The supplied information does not include details about the leadership transition’s timing, reasons, or other changes at the toy company.
Mattel announced Wednesday that Roger Lynch would serve as the company’s CEO and chairman. The appointment replaces Ynon Kreiz, who previously held those positions.
The announcement identifies Lynch as the incoming leader but does not provide additional details about his background, the effective date of the transition, or the circumstances surrounding Kreiz’s replacement.
The supplied report also does not state whether Mattel announced any other executive changes, provided a reason for the decision, or described Lynch’s priorities in the roles.
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