Point Pleasant, N.J. – September 30, 2026 -- Paladone WeCool has appointed Matthew Lauderbach as Product Development Director, bringing more than 25 years of toy design experience to the company's US operations.
Lauderbach brings leadership experience from Fisher-Price, Spin Master and Just Play
Lauderbach's career spans leadership roles at Fisher-Price, Spin Master, Skip Hop and Just Play, with expertise covering concept creation, design management, engineering and commercialization.
Executive says he was already a fan of the Compound Kings and iLY Sticker Maker lines
In his new role, Lauderbach said he had admired Paladone WeCool's product range prior to joining, citing the Compound Kings and iLY Sticker Maker product lines as examples of the company's approach to hands-on play.
WeCool Toys President cites strengthening of US operations amid growth push
Jeff Osnato, President of WeCool Toys, said Lauderbach's expertise would strengthen the company's US operation and support product development aimed at retailers, licensing partners and consumers. WeCool Toys has launched thousands of products across more than 35 countries, according to the company.