{"id":7059581,"date":"2026-09-17T03:53:56","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T03:53:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/animation\/cartoon-saloon-signals-bold-new-chapter-with-appointment-of-producer-anthony-leo-as-chief-executive-officer\/"},"modified":"2026-09-17T03:53:56","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T03:53:56","slug":"cartoon-saloon-signals-bold-new-chapter-with-appointment-of-producer-anthony-leo-as-chief-executive-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7059581","title":{"rendered":"Cartoon Saloon Signals Bold New Chapter with Appointment of Producer Anthony Leo as Chief Executive Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"773\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/animationireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Anthony-Leo-Headshot-773x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animationireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Anthony-Leo-Headshot-773x1024.jpeg 773w, https:\/\/animationireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Anthony-Leo-Headshot-302x400.jpeg 302w, https:\/\/animationireland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Anthony-Leo-Headshot.jpeg 936w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo credit: Shawn Goldberg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cartoon Saloon, the five-time Academy Award\u00ae nominated animation studio behind some of the most celebrated animated films of the past two decades, is proud to announce the appointment of Anthony Leo as Chief Executive Officer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An accomplished producer with a distinguished career in animation and family entertainment, Anthony Leo brings decades of leadership experience across film and television. He was nominated for an Academy Award\u00ae as a Producer on the critically-acclaimed animated feature <em>The Breadwinner <\/em>which was co-produced with Cartoon Saloon, Melusine Studios and Canada\u2019s Aircraft Pictures \u2013 the company Leo co-founded with Andrew Rosen. Recent producing credits include the Netflix Top 10 series <em>Geek Girl<\/em>, the feature film <em>Youngblood <\/em>which premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival ahead of its theatrical release across North America slated for March 6, 2026 and the upcoming animated feature film <em>Juli\u00e1n<\/em> \u2013 also co-produced by Cartoon Saloon, Melusine Studios, Aircraft Pictures and Sun Creature.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leo steps in to replace outgoing Managing Director Gerry Shirren who retired at the end of 2025 after twelve years with the company. In his new role as CEO, Leo will oversee the strategic direction and continued growth of Cartoon Saloon \u2013 working alongside Co-Founders Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey and Paul Young to guide its development across feature films, television series, and emerging platforms while preserving the studio\u2019s distinctive creative voice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Founded in 1999, Cartoon Saloon has earned international acclaim for its visually rich, culturally<br \/>resonant storytelling. The studio remains a leading force in independent animation worldwide<br \/>with award-winning films that include The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, The Breadwinner,<br \/>Wolfwalkers and most recently My Father\u2019s Dragon. Their preschool series Puffin Rock, co-<br \/>produced with Dog Ears and starring the voice talents of Chris O\u2019Dowd, is now in its third season<br \/>and continues to scale in popularity globally across multiple platforms. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAnthony\u2019s deep understanding of production, international co-financing, and global distribution uniquely equips him to guide Cartoon Saloon into its next phase of growth and innovation. His passion for artist-driven storytelling aligns perfectly with our mission,\u201d said Moore. \u201cWe thank Gerry for his dedication to our artists, for the massive positive impact he\u2019s had on our organization, and wish him every happiness upon his retirement.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leo added, \u201cHaving collaborated with Nora, Tomm, Paul and Gerry for over a decade, I\u2019m honoured to join this remarkable company at such an important moment in its journey. We have an extraordinary opportunity to build a sustainable future that ensures audiences everywhere will<br \/>continue to discover and enjoy Cartoon Saloon\u2019s bold, creator-driven films and series for generations to come.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leo remains Chairman of the Board for Aircraft Pictures and is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Photo credit: Shawn Goldberg Cartoon Saloon, the five-time Academy Award\u00ae nominated animation studio behind some of the most celebrated animated films of the past two decades, is proud to announce the appointment of Anthony Leo as Chief Executive Officer. 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