VTech has appointed Sean Hynes as vice president of sales. A marketing veteran with more than 20 years of experience in sales leadership and brand management, including 15 years in the toy industry, Hynes will oversee VTech’s sales operations from its U.S. headquarters in Chicago, Ill.
In his new role, Hynes will aim to increase sales of VTech’s newest products, including the Kidizoom Smartwatch and the InnoTab MAX. He will also oversee sales of additions to VTech’s extensive infant/preschool range, Switch & Go Dinos Turbo, Go! Go! Smart Wheels, and brand expansion, Go! Go! Smart Animals.
Prior to joining VTech, Hynes served as vice president of sales for North America at Bandai Namco Inc. for seven years. He also previously held sales leadership positions at Bandai Namco’s Central Region, Irwin Toy Limited, Hedstrom Corp., and American Greetings.
