Linda Simensky

Birthplace

Union, New Jersey, U.S.

Biography

Linda Simensky is an American business executive. She served as a creative executive for Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network. Simensky was Head of Animation and Scripted Content for Duolingo. She led the company’s efforts to create scripted and character-driven stories featuring Duolingo’s original cast of characters, from original animation to the writing efforts for Duolingo’s hit Stories product and its childhood literacy app, Duolingo ABC. Before Duolingo, Simensky was Head of Content for PBS KIDS, where she oversaw programming, current series, and the development of a diverse lineup of shows including “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” “Wild Kratts,” “Molly of Denali,” and “Alma’s Way.”