Jacq aCohen Joins Tapas Entertainment, INC as Director of PR & Marketing
Seasoned Comics Industry Veteran Joins Tapas to Drive Growth and Innovation in the U.S. Market
Los Angeles, California – June 24, 2024 – Tapas Entertainment, INC, a leading digital platform for web comics and novels, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jacq Cohen as the new Director of PR & Marketing. With this strategic addition to their team, Tapas aims to bolster its growth in the U.S. market for Korean Comics, also known as KComics.
Jacq Cohen brings over 18 years of experience in the comics publishing industry, having worked with prestigious organizations such as Fantagraphics Books, Dark Horse Comics, and Top Shelf Productions. Her extensive background in communications, media relations, event strategy, and social media, particularly in the comics publishing industry, makes her an invaluable asset to Tapas.
“Joining Tapas Entertainment is an exciting new chapter in my career,” explains Jacq Cohen. “I am honored to be on the front line of the KComics movement and to have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and evolution of the comics medium. Tapas has already established itself as a pioneering platform, and I look forward to helping bring our unique content to an even broader audience in the English-speaking world.”
Tapas Entertainment was founded in 2012 and partnered with Kakao Entertainment in 2021. The Tapas app hosts a vast array of both Korean and U.S. web comics and web novels. The platform has been instrumental in introducing and popularizing KComics in the United States, and with Jacq Cohen’s leadership in Public Relations and Marketing, Tapas is poised to further cement its position in the industry.
“We are thrilled to have Jacq Cohen join our team,” said Jayden Kang, VP of Global Story Business at Kakao Entertainment. “Her expertise and passion will be crucial in bringing Tapas content to the forefront of the U.S. comics market. We are confident that her leadership will drive significant growth.”
With a deep passion for comics and a commitment to promoting rich and compelling storytelling, Jacq Cohen’s vision aligns perfectly with Tapas’ mission. The company is excited to leverage her expertise to enhance its presence and impact in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of digital comics.