Hasbro Appoints Finn Arnesen to Lead Global Expansion

LOS ANGELES: Former Cartoon Network exec Finn Arnesen is to join Hasbro Studios to lead its international expansion plans.

As senior VP of international distribution and development, Arnesen will manage Hasbro Studios’ global content sales, distribution, channel and program development activities outside of North America. He previously served as senior VP of original series and international development at TBS International. Prior to Turner, where he served a 17-year tenure, Arnesen held roles at ScreenSport and Sky Sports.

“Finn is one of the most creative, innovative and well-regarded television executives I know, and I am excited to have him lead the Hasbro Studios television brand extension worldwide,” said Stephen Davis, the president of Hasbro Studios. “He has a superb track record of success internationally, having earned a reputation as a first-rate manager with excellent programming instincts, channel and brand-building skills. Finn created pioneering new kids formats that fit perfectly with the programming model we are creating and will play a key role in our future success.”