Horizon Group USA, a Warren-based provider of crafts and craft activity kits, announced on Tuesday it has named Janet Hsu as CEO.
Currently, Hsu is the chief franchise management officer at Mattel Inc., overseeing partnerships, consumer products, franchise management, entertainment, digital gaming, content distribution and business development. Hsu previously served as the CEO of Saban Brands during its divestiture of Power Rangers to Hasbro. She also was the present and chief operating officer at Sanrio Inc., home of the Hello Kitty brand.
“I’ve had the privilege of knowing Janet both professionally and personally for the last 10 years,” Roshan Wijerama, owner and chairman of Horizon Group USA, said. “Her reputation, integrity, and experience in the industry are second to none. Janet is a seasoned chief executive whose vision for Horizon’s future aligns with ours and puts us in the best position to build upon our last 15 years of rapid and organic growth. Horizon’s forward mission is bringing people together through creativity, and we are beyond excited that Janet will be spearheading this effort to ensure that our mission becomes a reality.”
In her role as CEO of Horizon Group, Hsu will focus on global strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, commerce expansion, licensing, and digital integrations.
“I am excited to join the incredible team at Horizon Group USA. Their leadership position in D.I.Y. and S.T.E.M., and over 100 years of legacy, creates a strong foundation to expand into today’s new world,” Hsu said. “As we embark on this journey together, our mission is not only to continue to introduce relevant products, but also help children develop and nurture creativity through imagination and play.”
“Our industry has a role and obligation in providing life-long learning skills that will help our children transform the future. At Horizon Group USA we are committed to their journey to create a better tomorrow,” she said.
