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Jody

person6 mentionsFirst seen Jan 28, 2022Last seen Feb 13, 2026

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Jody is a key licensing executive at Stern Pinball who has played a crucial role in the company's major IP acquisitions over several years. Known for negotiating high-profile licensing deals including Godzilla, Dungeons & Dragons, and Pokemon, Jody serves as the primary liaison between Stern's design team and intellectual property licensors. As both a Stern representative and licensing officer, Jody has been instrumental in securing some of the pinball industry's most significant franchises and managing ongoing approval requirements with IP holders.

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  • factualhigh

    Jody completed the Stern factory tour at the expo

    Source: Jody (direct statement to Gary)Gary Cam at 2025 Pinball Expo
  • opinionhigh

    Jody would recommend the factory tour to others

    Source: Jody (direct statement)Gary Cam at 2025 Pinball Expo
  • factualhigh

    Jody from Stern mentioned Pinball Map on the official Metallica podcast

    Source: Scott and Ryan#12: Sitting on the Corner of Broadway and Main

Recent Mentions (6)

  • Stern licensing liaison; handles communication between design team and IP licensors regarding approval requirements

    Changing LandscapeDec 5, 2025
  • Lead licensing officer at Stern; negotiated Pokemon Company licensing for extended period

    Pokemon by Stern Pinball | Reveal PodcastFeb 13, 2026
  • Stern representative who met Jack at Chicago Pinball Expo and invited him to stream The Walking Dead tournament premiere, leading to his brand ambassador role

    The Making Of Jurassic Park Home EditionOct 12, 2022
  • Stern employee credited with securing the Godzilla license, described as achieving an 'impossible' licensing deal

    Drinks with Jack - Chuck Ernst EP1Jan 28, 2022
  • Stern Pinball staff member who brokered Dungeons & Dragons licensing deal with Wizards of the Coast

    Drinks with Jack: Part 3 w/ Pinball Game Designer Brian EddyDec 15, 2025
  • Expo attendee who participated in Stern factory tour, expressed strong satisfaction

    Gary Cam at 2025 Pinball ExpoNov 11, 2025

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