Barcelona-based Art Ask Agency continues to grow the Frida Kahlo licensing program with the launch of the officially licensed Blueprint Collections range of gift and stationery products in the UK and Ireland. The range includes over 20 different SKUs with gold foil detail and tassels including a handbag notebook, recipe journal, travel mugs and more, appealing to a wide … [Read more...] about Art Ask Launches Frida Kahlo Blueprint Collection
Konami Hops Into Game Shows With Frogger Deal
The gaming company Konami is taking the fun to the small screen, with a new game show based on its popular hit video game Frogger. The Peacock Original series Frogger is premiered Sunday, Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on YTV as part of its 'Fam Fun' weekend lineup. Frogger stars hosts Damon Wayans Jr. and Kyle Brandt, and promises to test skill, strategy and strength as contestants … [Read more...] about Konami Hops Into Game Shows With Frogger Deal
COVID Continues To Impact Licensing Trends This Fall
By Alicia Rosa Fall is here with school in full swing and some people returning to physical offices. According to a new survey from MassMutual, Americans are projected to have spent an extra $700 this summer. That being said, many consumers are keeping a close eye on the spread of the Delta variant and reverting to old shopping and buying behaviors, such as relying heavily on … [Read more...] about COVID Continues To Impact Licensing Trends This Fall
Harry Potter Can Go Quidditch Cruising, No Broomsticks Required
Following the success of the first-ever Harry Potter-inspired cruiser bike in 2020, Dynacraft is partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products introduce a new Harry Potter Quidditch themed bike in time for holiday season 2021. Dynacraft’s new Quidditch themed bike features custom Harry Potter graphics and a prominently displayed, colorful Quidditch logo in front that is … [Read more...] about Harry Potter Can Go Quidditch Cruising, No Broomsticks Required
Usborne Publishing Snags Deals For ‘That’s Not My’ Book Series
Bulldog Licensing says it has signed deals for new home and gift ranges for the bestselling British children's book series, That's Not My. The series is a major pre-school hit, with more than 64 titles like That's Not My Dinosaur, and the series has sold more than 25 million copies over its 23-year publishing history; or, more than one million average sales per year. In fact, … [Read more...] about Usborne Publishing Snags Deals For ‘That’s Not My’ Book Series
Precious Moments Signs Craftibly and McBeth Corp
The specialty gift company Precious Moments of Missouri announced this week it has entered into licensing deals for arts and crafts with Craftibly LLC and McBeth Corporation. In the first deal, Craftibly has been granted rights to manufacture and sell diamond art craft kits based on Precious Moments artwork. Precious Moments diamond art kits will be sold through Craftibly’s … [Read more...] about Precious Moments Signs Craftibly and McBeth Corp
ARTiSTORY Adds Brooklyn Museum To Licensing Portfolio
ARTiSTORY is becoming a major power within the art and culture industry, by specializing in working with institutions like art galleries and institutions. Now, the Brooklyn Museum in New York has become the latest partner to join the art and cultural licensing specialist. The licensing agency says the museum’s mission—“To create inspiring encounters with art that expand the … [Read more...] about ARTiSTORY Adds Brooklyn Museum To Licensing Portfolio
PhatMojo Selected As Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Toy Partner
Konami Cross Media NY has named PhatMojo, as the new Master Toy licensee for the Yu-Gi-Oh! brand. Jennifer Coleman, Vice President of Licensing and Marketing says the arrangement will see Los Angeles-based PhatMojo producing a full range of Yu-Gi-Oh! toys at different price points, including: playsets, action figures, plush toys, and role-play items. The initial launch of the … [Read more...] about PhatMojo Selected As Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Toy Partner
Sesame Workshop Elevates Samantha Maltin to Executive Vice President
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit media and educational organization behind Sesame Street, has promoted Samantha Maltin to Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, expanding her responsibilities to include Strategic Communications, Events, and Archives, while she retains her CMO portfolio. Reporting to Workshop President Sherrie Westin, Maltin will continue to … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Elevates Samantha Maltin to Executive Vice President
Lotus Races Into New Licensing Deal With Global Trademark
Leading full-service brand and licensing agency Global Trademark Licensing (GTL) has secured an expanded representation deal for Lotus Cars, with the automotive company’s recently unveiled mid-engined premium sports car model, the Emira, now added to GTL’s portfolio. GTL represents Lotus Cars, including the new Emira model, globally across all categories with a strong focus on … [Read more...] about Lotus Races Into New Licensing Deal With Global Trademark