MGM has a horror flick hit on their hands with Candyman, and the studio is now expanding its licensing program to meet demand for consumer products. Producer/writer Jordan Peele has enjoyed a run of successful horror films, starting with his debut effort Get Out, and Candyman has hit more than $50 million at the box office as of this date, despite the impact of COVID … [Read more...] about Bloody Good Merch From MGM’s Candyman
Gabrielle Sims to Head Hasbro’s Softlines Division in UK
Veteran licensing executive Gabrielle Sims will head the softlines business for Hasbro's consumer products division in the UK, the company says. “We have big growth plans for our UK business and are thrilled to be adding such strong talent to our team," said Sally Carnota, the category licensing director at Hasbro UK and Ireland. " Gabrielle’s exceptional creativity and … [Read more...] about Gabrielle Sims to Head Hasbro’s Softlines Division in UK
CRAYOLA Announces Back to School Cross Promotions
Going back to school is always a major event for moms, kids, teachers and retailers, and this year Crayola has teamed up with leading consumer goods brands to celebrate and inspire creativity as children return to in-person school, in some cases for the first time in over a year. While the average consumer may not know it, Crayola tops the ranks of back-to-school brands in … [Read more...] about CRAYOLA Announces Back to School Cross Promotions
The Point.1888 Signs 66 New Licensees For CoComelon
The popular children's show CoComelon continues to soar in popularity, as licensing agent The Point.1888 announced it has secured an additional 66 licensees across EMEA for the brand. CoComelon was developed by Moonbug Entertainment Ltd. and its popularity has exploded globally both in terms of viewership and its desirability as a licensing property. “With Moonbug’s CoComelon … [Read more...] about The Point.1888 Signs 66 New Licensees For CoComelon
Kids Can ‘Bee’ Fashionable With hummel Collection
Studio 100 Media has signed a Maya the Bee fashion collaboration with well-known Danish sports brand hummel for the German-speaking territories, the Nordics and France. The collaboration makes sense in more ways than one, said hummel CEO Allan Vad Nielsen, as the word 'hummel' means 'bumblebee' in German. “For the very first time, two bees are coming together in perfect … [Read more...] about Kids Can ‘Bee’ Fashionable With hummel Collection
WildBrain CPLG Expanding Into India
Neesha Krishna promoted to Managing Director of MENA and South Asia to lead new India strategy; Mangesh Hande appointed as Commercial Director for India WildBrain CPLG is further expanding its global footprint with the launch of a dedicated office in India. The new local strategy will be led by WildBrain CPLG’s Neesha Krishna (pictured above), who has been promoted to … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG Expanding Into India
Rock Stars, Music Industry Mourn the Passing of Dell Furano
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Musicians and workers throughout the music industry reacted this week to news licensing legend and pioneer Dell Furano passed away at age 71. Furano was the CEO of Epic Rights, and an inductee into Licensing International's Licensing Hall of Fame. He died Sept. 4 after a lengthy battle with cancer, leaving friends throughout the industry … [Read more...] about Rock Stars, Music Industry Mourn the Passing of Dell Furano
ZAG Opens First Office in Latin America
The entertainment company ZAG has established its first Latin American office to spearhead the licensing and merchandising activities for the company’s portfolio of ZAG Heroez brands, including global mega-hit Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir and the upcoming Ghostforce. The new office will be managed by Betsabe Luna Gonzalez, who was appointed in May 2021 as … [Read more...] about ZAG Opens First Office in Latin America
TLL and SPLiCE Launching Sustainability Award Program
There’s some exciting news this month as The Licensing Letter and SPLiCE launch a new program recognizing those companies leading the way on sustainability in the licensing industry. Beginning Nov. 1, The Licensing Letter and the Society of Product Licensors Committed to Excellence (SPLiCE) will present an award every month to a company for its innovations in the area of … [Read more...] about TLL and SPLiCE Launching Sustainability Award Program
New Agents Appointed For Odd Squad and Dino Dana
On the heels of Licensing Expo this month, leading global kids’ entertainment company Sinking Ship Entertainment says it has partnered with four international licensing agents to expand the consumer products offerings for its Emmy Award-winning hit series, Odd Squad and Dino Dana. Odd Squad’s licensing programs will now be managed by Fryday Brands Limited in the UK and WP … [Read more...] about New Agents Appointed For Odd Squad and Dino Dana