What changed
Mattel appointed Roger Lynch, a board member since 2018 and Independent Lead Director, as Chairman effective October 2, 2026, and CEO effective on or before November 2, 2026. He succeeds Ynon Kreiz, who steps down as Chairman and CEO effective October 2, 2026, to take a senior leadership position at another public company. Diana Ferguson was appointed Independent Lead Director. Lynch has served as CEO of Cond Nast since 2019, driving consistent profit growth since 2020, and previously held CEO roles at Pandora, Sling, Video Networks International, and Chello Broadband.
Why it matters
Mattel appointed Roger Lynch, a board member since 2018 and Independent Lead Director, as Chairman effective October 2, 2026, and CEO effective on or before November 2, 2026. He succeeds Ynon Kreiz, w
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