The Licensing Letter

Gary Symons

Smiley and Choose Love Spotlight Human Rights in New Campaign

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Smiley News has teamed up with the refugee charity Choose Love to promote the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The campaign, undertaken with the help of global artists, aims to spotlight the enduring importance of human rights, while raising awareness and funds for Choose Love through the Matchmaker for … [Read more...] about Smiley and Choose Love Spotlight Human Rights in New Campaign

Africa Celebrates Its First-Ever Licensing Trade Show

TLL Staff The continent of Africa celebrated its first-ever brand licensing event, called Brand Licensing Africa. The trade show and conference was held as the licensing industry's growth is accelerating in the region, accompanied by developments in African entertainment sectors, such as the animation and film industries. Brand Licensing Africa was held to enable … [Read more...] about Africa Celebrates Its First-Ever Licensing Trade Show

Magnolia Bakery’s Delicious Cannabis Licensing Deal

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The New York baking institution Magnolia Bakery has signed a deal with incredibles for a line of cannabis-infused chocolate treats. In other words, you can get the munchies and deal with the munchies at the same time! The new products will be sold through RISE Dispensaries in the states of New York and New Jersey. Incredibles is an … [Read more...] about Magnolia Bakery’s Delicious Cannabis Licensing Deal

Fall Asleep to the Sound of Frying Chicken With KFC Licensing Deal

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief So, KFC and the tech company Hatch are betting the sound of frying chicken will send you quickly off to dreamland. In what is definitely one of the more unusual licensing deals we've seen, Hatch has licensed the sound of Kentucky Fried Chicken's new KFC Original Recipe Tenders, for use on its Hatch Restore 2 smart sleep devices. "Did you … [Read more...] about Fall Asleep to the Sound of Frying Chicken With KFC Licensing Deal

M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter M&M's and Kate Spade New York have signed a licensing partnership for a limited-edition collection of M&M's candy-inspired fashion accessories. The licensed capsule collection from Kate Spade New York includes a range of products wth colorful design details inspired by M&M's candy shells, shapes and product … [Read more...] about M&M’s and Kate Spade Launch Tasteful Candy-Inspired Collection

Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group has signed a multi-year partnership with Nike for a series of co-branded products, content and experiences focused on sports and play. "At the Lego Group, we believe in the power of play to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow," said Lego Group VP, Alero Akuya. "By combining the creativity of Lego play with the … [Read more...] about Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike

Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Monster Jam Back to Roblox

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Gamefam and Spin Master are bringing licensed Monster Jam content to the Car Dealership Tycoon Roblox game for the third consecutive year. This year's Car Dealership Tycoon x Monster Jam takeover will allow players to access a variety of limited-edition in-game features, including exclusive Monster Jam-inspired gameplay modes, truck … [Read more...] about Gamefam and Spin Master Bring Monster Jam Back to Roblox

Licensing Roundup: All the Deals Fit to Print For October

Deals We're Following:  Strawberry Shortcake x Crazy Aaron, Vlasic Pickle Balls, Stranger Things Jewellery, Light Fund Charity Submissions, Atari's New Retro Collectibles, Game Inventors' Conference, Dragon Ball Action Figures By TLL Staff Crazy Aaron Introduces First-Ever SCENTsory putty, with Strawberry Shortcake If you’re looking for a fun, nostalgic, and sensory-driven … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: All the Deals Fit to Print For October

Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nike has signed a multi-year extension to its global outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content agreement with the NBA and the WNBA. The renewal of the official licensing agreement follows eight years of service since the outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content partnership first began in 2015. Under the terms of the … [Read more...] about Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA