Funko has one of the largest collection of pop culture collectibles, accessories, and toys. Now, Funko is giving fans an opportunity to create their own Funko’s Pop! Yourself. Lori talks to the Vice President of Brand & Marketing, Dave Beré.
Video Content: Funko’s Pop! Yourself with Dave Beré (2023)
SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales speaks to Dave Beré, the Vice President of Brand & Marketing for Funko, who talks about how fans can create one-of-a kind replica of themselves, friends, loved ones and co-workers by designing your own Funko’s Pop! Yourself.
Additionally, the piece features hosts Lori Rosales and Richard R Lee showing their Funko’s Pop! Yourself figurines of themselves.
Please note: This online version of the interview is different than how it appeared on the TV episode. Promotional clips have been expanded.
Mini-Biography (Biography supplied by Funko):
As Funko’s VP of Brand and Marketing, Dave Beré oversees all digital, fan, retail and product marketing for the billion-dollar-plus business. Prior to his role at Funko, Beré served as Target’s Senior Buyer for Action Figures & Toys, where he was responsible for brands such as Star Wars, Marvel, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, DC Comics, Power Rangers, Minions, Minecraft and Paw Patrol for five years. He began his career at Creative Arts Agency in the endorsements division. Beré holds a Master’s of Business Administration degree from Indiana University and a Bachelor’s degree from Southern Methodist University.
Official Site: Funko
Interview Credits:
- Recorded: September 27, 2023
- Hosts / Producers: Lori Rosales and Richard R. Lee
- Editor: Richard R. Lee
- Special Thanks To: Funko