Date of Birth:

Jul 17, 1944 (82 years)

Place of Birth:

Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Biography:

Thomas Kalinske is an American businessman who has worked for Mattel, Matchbox, Sega of America and LeapFrog. At Mattel, Kalinske was credited with reviving the Barbie and Hot Wheels brands, launching Masters of the Universe, then being promoted to CEO from 1985 to 1987.