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Judd Zebersky's Departure Announcement Signals a New Era for Jazwares
Industry coverage of the leadership transition that marks the close of a transformative chapter at one of the world's leading toy companies.
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JUDD
ZEBERSKY
Visionary entrepreneur. Builder of billion-dollar brands. Champion of imaginative play.
About Judd Zebersky
About
Judd
Judd Zebersky is the Founder of Jazwares. In 1997, Judd left his legal practice to pursue his dream of building a toy company. Over 25 years later, Judd's vision has grown the company into a leading global powerhouse with an award-winning, robust portfolio of wholly owned and licensed brands in the toy and consumer products industry. In 2022, Berkshire Hathaway acquired Jazwares.
“Jazwares is a gem. And, Judd and Laura are the ideal Berkshire managers.”
— Warren Buffett, Reuters
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Power Leaders 250
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20242025
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2023
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2024
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Judd Zebersky
Philanthropy
Beyond building innovative toys and collectibles, Judd is deeply committed to making a positive impact through giving back to the community. Judd created Jazwares Cares, the philanthropic arm of Jazwares, from the start of the company. Through Jazwares Cares, the company has donated millions of toys and carries out several initiatives to support the health, well-being, and educational development of all children through play.
He has also been a dedicated supporter of Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in South Florida, contributing to the hospital's capital expansion campaign and funding two named spaces within the facility: the Pediatric Emergency Department Registration Area and the Outpatient Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit. He also helped create a custom Lotsy Dotsy doll, modeled after the hospital's beloved mascot, gifted to every child admitted.
Additionally, Judd and Laura are committed supporters of Make-A-Wish Southern Florida, helping grant more than 100 wishes and giving at the $1,000,000+ donor level. His belief that bringing joy to children in their most difficult moments is not just a business value, but a personal one, has guided his giving throughout his career.
"Success is how you leave the world and how you make it a better place."
— Judd Zebersky
$1M+
Donated to Make-A-Wish