Gretchen Forrest

Gretchen Forrest is a Global Brand Creative Executive with extensive experience in leading creative initiatives for renowned brands. Currently serving as Vice President of Global Creative and Packaging at Warner Bros. Discovery since July 2019, Gretchen is responsible for delivering innovative global creative strategies across a diverse brand portfolio that includes Harry Potter and DC, driving significant commercial impact. Prior experience at Hasbro from 2004 to 2018 involved various leadership roles, where Gretchen successfully innovated and expanded a $1.4 billion brand portfolio, led creative direction for franchises, and fostered strong partnerships in intellectual property development. Gretchen's career began at Radica Games, where design and development efforts resulted in annual revenues of $60 million. Educational credentials include a BFA in Industrial Design and Graphic Design from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, a certification in First-Line Management from Southern Methodist University, and participation in the Hasbro Global Leadership Program at The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.