Jessie in LA: Client Meetings and Creative Connections Jan 28 2026

In December, Artist Agent Jessie Fitzgerald traveled to Los Angeles to join Atlanta Japp, West Coast Manager, for a series of in-person client meetings. While in LA, she also had the opportunity to attend the agency’s annual holiday celebration with colleagues.

During the visit, Atlanta and Jessie met with leading toy companies, including Mattel and JAKKS Pacific. These conversations provided the clients with valuable insight into how Advocate Art builds and maintains strong relationships within the toy and licensing industries, and gave Atlanta and Jessie the opportunity to present artists and intellectual property to major global brands.

Atlanta’s extensive industry knowledge and strategic approach were evident throughout each meeting. With a clear command of market trends and client needs, she led discussions with confidence, seamlessly balancing creative vision with commercial objectives. Her ability to guide conversations, identify opportunities, and foster long-term partnerships demonstrated the depth of expertise she brings to her role as West Coast Manager.

For Jessie, joining these meetings offered meaningful professional perspective and reinforced the importance of in-person collaboration within the industry. Working closely alongside Atlanta brought into focus the value of shared expertise, mentorship through example, and collaborative leadership. The experience further strengthened Jessie’s understanding of high-level client engagement and the role that strong relationships play in successful representation.

Overall, the Los Angeles visit was both a celebratory and professionally enriching experience, strengthening team connections while offering valuable insight into Advocate Art’s West Coast sales efforts and leadership.

Advocate Art illustration agency specializes in art licensing and children’s book illustrations. Based in London, Seville, New York, L.A., and Singapore, we represent leading illustrators who produce children's and decorative work to commission or license.