Spin Master Names First Executive VP Global Toy Design and Development

Spin Master has announced the appointment of David Voss as executive vice president, global toy design and development.  

Voss will oversee the co-creation of a best-in-class product development vision and manufacturing strategy, while overseeing all inventor relations, advanced concepts, design, engineering, visual branding and packaging, reporting to Max Rangel, global president and chief executive officer.   

“David has worked within every aspect of the kids’ entertainment businesses and brings an immense understanding of breakthrough product design and development for world-renowned franchises and brands,” says Rangel. “We are excited to have him join Spin Master to supercharge our innovation and continue to build on our legacy of creating magical play experiences and ‘wow’ moments for children globally.”  

For more than 20 years, Voss has been immersed in the play and entertainment business. Most recently he served as senior vice president, global product design, consumer products and parks and retail at Comcast NBC Universal where he oversaw a global team of product developers for toys, hardlines and publishing.  

“My entire career I’ve focused on a single mission: to spark imagination and inspire play,” says Voss. “This opportunity to work with the talented team at Spin Master brings together many of my passions from disruptive innovation and cutting-edge design to ultimately inspire kids and create meaningful play moments for iconic brands both new and evergreen.”  

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Voss will be based in Spin Master’s Los Angeles office and will begin in January.