Los Angeles, California, United States, September 2025 – Claudio Ludovisi has been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer at Cloudco Entertainment, the entertainment studio known for legendary properties including Care Bears™, Holly Hobbie™, and Madballs™. In his new role, Claudio will spearhead global brand growth, drive enterprise value, and lead multi-platform strategies centered on fan engagement, strategic partnerships, and data-driven brand development.
Prior to joining Cloudco, Claudio Ludovisi served as Strategy Consultant and Chief Growth Advisor at his own firm, Ludovisi Consulting, where he advised clients on strategic planning, private LLM-based AI implementation, brand transformation, and go-to-market execution. His clients included IVEST Consumer Partners, Freshwater.AI, Florentia, and FixingWorld.
Earlier, Claudio held the role of Assistant Dean of Marketing, Strategy, and Corporate Relations at Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, where he elevated the institution’s brand through fan engagement models, strategic alliances with global corporations, and the launch of purpose-centered leadership initiatives. He also produced widely recognized events such as the Entertainment Evolution Symposium and Industry 4.0: The Future of Humanity in the Smart Machine Age.
Before his academic leadership, Claudio led strategy and digital growth initiatives at The Walt Disney Company, serving as Head of Strategy and Business Planning for ABC Network. There, he designed agile experimentation models and increased fan viewership by 30% for major shows like The Bachelor.
His career includes prior leadership roles as SVP of Marketing & Digital at NBCUniversal, VP of Filmed Entertainment Operations at IMAX, and senior positions at Amgen, Warner Bros., and Saatchi & Saatchi. Throughout his journey, Claudio has demonstrated a unique ability to integrate marketing, strategy, digital innovation, and AI to drive revenue, build brands, and create immersive consumer experiences.
He holds an MBA from Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School.
About Cloudco Entertainment
Cloudco Entertainment, formerly known as American Greetings Entertainment, is a premier creator and owner of iconic family entertainment brands such as Care Bears™, Holly Hobbie™, Madballs™, Buddy Thunderstruck™, Tinpo™, and more. With a mission to build immersive, multi-platform entertainment experiences, Cloudco develops and distributes original content across media, while managing global licensing, digital platforms, consumer products, and storytelling that resonates with children and families around the world.
Cloudco’s timeless franchises have achieved global recognition through animation, merchandise, games, and collaborations that span generations. With Claudio Ludovisi’s appointment, the company is set to expand its reach in AI-driven marketing, fan-first strategies, and cross-channel brand activation.
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