McFarlane Toys has announced that Joshua Izzo will be joining​ McFarlane Toys as its new President, effective September 8^th, 2026. Joshua brings nearly three decades of experience across toys, licensing, entertainment and franchise development.

Joshua joins McFarlane Toys from James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment, where he spent nearly a decade in senior leadership, most recently as Executive Vice President. He has overseen franchise strategy, new business development and ancillary storytelling across the Avatar universe, working closely with creative, licensing, theatrical and strategic partners to build and expand one of entertainment’s most iconic film properties.

Earlier in his career, Joshua held licensing and brand franchise roles at 20th Century Fox Consumer Products and Capcom Entertainment, along with leadership positions at Hasbro and 4Kids Entertainment, giving him an impressive background and well-rounded perspective that spans toy development, global licensing and franchise management. 

Joshua’s appointment as President marks an important step in McFarlane Toys’ continued evolution as the company builds on its legacy while pursuing new opportunities across toys, collectibles, licensing and entertainment. He will guide the company’s next phase of growth as it continues to expand its business and strengthen its position within the toys and collectibles industry.