Xcel Brands has tapped Jim Fielding, president of consumer products and innovation, Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and Fox Network Group, to serve on its Board of Directors.

"We are thrilled to have Jim Fielding join our Board of Directors. Jim brings extensive experience in licensing, merchandising, media and entertainment, and retail, while also bringing strong relationships in the media and retail industries to our board and Xcel,” says Robert D'Loren, chairman and chief executive officer, Xcel Brands.

 We look forward to working with him as Xcel expands its reach and partnerships within television and new media

Fielding is a 25-year veteran of the consumer retail category. Previous roles include global head of consumer products at DreamWorks Animation and Awesomeness TV, chief executive officer of Claire’s Store and president of Disney Stores Worldwide.