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Rachel Bader

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Director of Licensing at Penguin Random House
📍 New York, New York, United States

Rachel Bader is a seasoned marketing and licensing professional with over 15 years of experience at top-tier entertainment and publishing companies. As Director of Licensing at Penguin Random House, she develops strategic programs for major character and lifestyle brands. She holds an MBA from Fordham Gabelli School of Business.

Rachels career has been dedicated to brands that connect with audiences, suggesting a passion for storytelling and cultural icons. Her professional focus on beloved childrens characters is complemented by an interest in major entertainment franchises like Lucasfilm, indicating a deep appreciation for impactful brand narratives.

She oversees the licensing strategy for some of the most iconic childrens brands, including "The World of Eric Carle", "Llama Llama", and "Mad Libs".

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Director of Licensing
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
Personality Overview

How Rachel shows up

Optimistic
Consensus Focused
Story Driven

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Priorities

Topics Rachel cares about

Children's Brands
Manages licensing for iconic children's properties at Penguin Random House, including "The World of Eric Carle", "Llama Llama", and "Corduroy".
Brand Licensing Strategy
Has over 15 years of experience developing profitable licensing and promotional programs for major entertainment and publishing houses.
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Career

Work history

2-2016
Director of Licensing
Penguin Random House
4-2014 - 1-2016
Director of Licensing
Billboard
2-2013 - 3-2014
Director, Licensing and Promotions
Established Brands Inc.
2-2012 - 2-2013
Director, Licensing and Retail
Conde Nast
10-2011 - 2-2012
Director, Promotions
Guinness World Records
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Media appearances

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Education
MBA
Fordham Gabelli School of Business
BA
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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