Lauren Winarski

Senior Director, Licensing & Brand Strategy at Funko

Lauren Winarski is a seasoned professional in licensing and brand strategy, with experience in companies like Funko, Fox (Film, TV & Sports), and Sony Pictures Entertainment. With a background in film production, Lauren has held various roles such as Senior Director, Director, Sr Manager, and Manager in the product development and licensing departments. At Funko, Lauren has been responsible for leading worldwide slot machine development for all studio properties, as well as managing and facilitating product approvals in Asia-Pacific. Their expertise also includes partner liaison, talent likeness clearance, and marketing/legal approvals.

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Timeline

  • Senior Director, Licensing & Brand Strategy

    September 1, 2023 - present

  • Director, Licensing & Brand Strategy

    March, 2021

  • Sr Manager Brand Licensing

    May, 2018

  • Licensing Brand Manager

    March, 2015