Genius Brands Consolidates Consumer Platforms Under New Label

Genius Brands International is consolidating Kartoon Channel!, Frederator Network and Ameba TV under the new banner Genius Networks, to be led by Todd Steinman.

Steinman, a veteran digital media and entertainment executive, joined Genius Brands last year as chief revenue and marketing officer for Kartoon Channel! He has been promoted to spearhead the newly created business unit as president of Genius Networks.

“Consolidating our consumer platforms under Todd’s proven leadership gives us the ability to grow our brands globally, increase revenue and maximize profits more quickly, as he has done in his previous roles with the Walt Disney Company, Warner Brothers and WPP,” said Genius Brands’ chairman and CEO, Andy Heyward. “There are an expanding number of opportunities to take advantage of, requiring a singular vision to achieve our ambitious goals, and Todd has an impeccable track record for developing and implementing profitable digital entertainment businesses. As we continue to grow, he will be focused on monetizing our brands and content in innovative ways to further propel Genius Brands as the global leader in children’s entertainment.”

Steinman commented, “I’m thrilled to take the reins of the newly created Genius Networks and lead operations, content, monetization and distribution to further accelerate the company’s consumer-facing goals. We have a very talented, innovative and committed team, and given the current breadth of our brands on a multitude of platforms, we are positioned to drive growth and enhance profitability for each of our brands. Growth must go hand in hand with profitability, and that will be my focus.”