EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today announced that its Board of Directors appointed Jason Harinstein as an independent director to the Board, effective immediately. In connection with the appointment, the Board increased its size to nine members, further strengthening the independent voices guiding the company's strategic vision. Mr. Harinstein will also join the Company's Audit Committee.

"Jason's wealth of experience in the collectibles industry and his financial expertise as a two-time CFO bring invaluable insights to Funko at a time when we are laying important groundwork for future growth," said Cynthia Williams, Chief Executive Officer of Funko. "His proven leadership in corporate development and strategy, coupled with his passion for innovation, aligns perfectly with Funko's focus on growth and expanding our impact in the pop culture landscape. We're thrilled to have Jason join our team and help fuel the exciting energy at Funko."

Jason Harinstein expressed enthusiasm about joining the company's journey: "As a fan of Funko and a witness to its impressive story, I am excited to contribute to its next phase of growth. Funko's success in expanding its direct-to-consumer reach and launching innovative new product lines like Pop! Yourself and Bitty Pop! demonstrate the company's continued creativity and forward-thinking approach. Moreover, I believe the company has implemented a sound strategy of building on its position as a leader in the pop culture space by continuing to amaze core collectors and consumers, expanding its fandoms and adding new points of distribution."

Jason Harinstein currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Collectors Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of authentication, grading and marketplaces for the collectibles industry. Previously, Harinstein served as the Chief Financial Officer of Flatiron Health, a healthcare technology company, and before that as Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy of Groupon. Earlier, he was Director of Corporate Development at Google. He is currently on the board of Groupon, Inc. Harinstein earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Northwestern University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

About Funko:

Headquartered in Everett, Washington, Funko is a leading pop culture lifestyle brand. Funko designs, sources and distributes licensed pop culture products across multiple categories, including vinyl figures, action toys, plush, apparel, housewares and accessories for consumers who seek tangible ways to connect with their favorite pop culture brands and characters. Learn more at , and follow us on X (@OriginalFunko) and Instagram (@OriginalFunko).

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