Former Disney Exec to Lead CPLG France

CPLG, a DHX Media company, has appointed Virginie Kleinclaus-Renard as the new managing director of CPLG France, reporting directly to CPLG chief executive officer Peter Byrne.

Kleinclaus-Renard has 20 years of experience in licensing and merchandising at Disney Consumer Products, where her roles included director of infant, fashion and home for France, and retail marketing director for major retailers in France and Benelux. Prior to DCP she oversaw the global, direct-to-retail sales development of Carrefour after starting her career as category manager of emerging markets for the retailer.

"We are thrilled to have such an experienced and talented executive as Virginie join us at a period of such momentum at CPLG," says Byrne. "With her unparalleled licensing and retail background, Virginie is an excellent addition to the senior management team at CPLG and will be an incredible asset to our business in France."