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‘CoComelon’ Maker Moonbug Entertainment Opens LatAm Headquarters In Miami
Candle Media-owned kids company Moonbug Entertainment is opening a branch in Miami.
Manuel Reveiz has been drafted in to lead the office as Head of Distribution and Partnerships, Latin America.
He will be responsible for Moonbug’s presence in Latin American countries, reporting in to Magaing Director for EMEA, APAC and Global Distribution Nicolas Eglau. The focus will be on extending content syndication and channels through partnerships.
Reveiz joins from Paramount, where he has worked for almost 15 years, most recently as Vice President of Sales. During his time at the U.S. studio, his helped launch Paramount+, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr. and other linear networks in Latin America.
“CoComelon, Blippi, and Little Angel are some of the most beloved preschool shows in Latin America, earning millions of fans in the region.” Reveiz said. “I’m eager to expand its distribution to every potential partner.”
“Latin America is a key priority for Moonbug, and Manuel has the track record we need to chart our growth in the region,” said Eglau. “His wide network and industry expertise will help us build new partnerships and expand existing ones across all markets. We’re thrilled to establish Miami as our headquarters for the region, moving us closer to the local industry.”
In March, we were first to report Moonbug had launched its first linear channel for older children, and was planning further expansion in Europe. The company is known for its lucrative digital preschool brands Blippi, CoComelon and Little Baby Bum, and has been developing other IP while pushing into linear TV.