An Adman Actually Got Paid For This One?

Y'know, my son works at a Putt Putt miniature golf course during the summer, so I've become fairly familiar with the franchise. One of the most disturbing aspects of it is the mascot: Buster Ball. Yes, I said Buster Ball. Here he is now:
I think the same guy designed a specific version of Poppin' Fresh to sell Pillsbury's turnovers, and named her Poppin' Cherry...