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Andrews McMeel Universal Names Kirsty Melville Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Andrews McMeel Universal (AMU) board of directors has named Kirsty Melville chief executive officer of AMU effective February 6, 2024.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Andrews McMeel Universal (AMU) board of directors has named Kirsty Melville chief executive officer of AMU effective February 6, 2024.
  • Melville is the third person to assume the role of CEO of the company and will oversee all AMU operations.
  • She will continue as president and publisher of Andrews McMeel Publishing (AMP).
  • I am honored to build upon the outstanding legacy established by the Andrews and McMeel families and AMU's boundless potential.

American Lung Association Celebrates 120 Years of Impact: A Legacy of Advancing Lung Health and Saving Lives

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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The Lung Association pioneered a groundbreaking model of education, advocacy and research to address critical public health and lung health issues.

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  • The Lung Association pioneered a groundbreaking model of education, advocacy and research to address critical public health and lung health issues.
  • Congratulations to the American Lung Association on 120 years of fighting for air," said Garry Trudeau, great grandson of the founder of the Lung Association and creator of the Doonesbury comic strip.
  • "The American Lung Association has an incredible history of being at the forefront of lung health and improving public health across the United States.
  • Join the American Lung Association in their journey to champion lung health and help celebrate 120 years of impact.

People of Play (POP) Week Kicks Off On November 15th With Full Virtual Schedule

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Monday, November 15, 2021
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CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) today kicked off the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) today kicked off the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.
  • "We're bringing our industry and other entertainment industries together in new and exciting ways to share ideas and cross pollinate.
  • Virtual POP Week runs from November 15-20.
  • Move over Oscars, Emmy's, CMA... the Toy and Game International Excellence Awards are taking the VIRTUAL center stage!

New Superstars Added to the Pop Duos Lineup at the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference

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Friday, November 12, 2021
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CHICAGO, Nov. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP), is announcing the second wave of remarkable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP), is announcing the second wave of remarkable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.
  • Watch parties will be held across the globe as the toy industry toasts and celebrates their colleagues.
  • Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs): With crazy stunts, animation, heartfelt tributes, suspense, joy and solid gold entertainment!
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.

People of Play (POP) Announces Virtual POP Week Schedule

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP) announced today their official schedule for the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP) announced today their official schedule for the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.
  • The week includes The Toy & Game International Innovation Summit, POP Duo Keynotes Legends & Leaders, Networking in the POP Pub Rooms, Entertainment on the Fair Stages, TAGIE Awards, and Young Inventors Challenge.
  • Virtual POP Week runs from November 15-20.
  • People of Play (POP) celebrates and empowers toy and game innovation worldwide by providing educational opportunities, recognition and community for industry professionals, amateur inventors and people of all ages who love to play.

People Of Play Announce Lineup For Annual Toy & Game International Innovation Conference Featuring New Pop Duos - Leaders, Legends & Celebrities

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP), is excited to announce the first wave of notable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP), is excited to announce the first wave of notable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.
  • Watch parties will be held across the globe as the toy industry toasts and celebrates their colleagues.
  • Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs): With crazy stunts, animation, heartfelt tributes, suspense, joy and solid gold entertainment!
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.

Doonesbury in the Time of Trump

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
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: 30 Years of Doonesbury on Trump blew up the bestseller list, comes the sequel millions prayed would be unnecessary.

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  • : 30 Years of Doonesbury on Trump blew up the bestseller list, comes the sequel millions prayed would be unnecessary.
  • : Doonesbury in the Time of Trump (Andrews McMeel Publishing, September 2018, $16.99) tracks the shocking victory, the inept transition, and the tumultuous eternity of POTUS's First 500 Days.
  • Featuring Doonesbury Sunday cartoons selected from the past three years, #SAD!
  • #SAD: Doonesbury in the Time of Trump by G. B. Trudeau
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