The tool and DIY giant CRAFTSMAN has partnered with North America’s number one weather monitoring brand, AcuRite, to launch a range of home and weather monitoring products. The licensing agreement was brokered by Beanstalk, CRAFTSMAN’S… . . . read more
Trademark Licensing: Craftsman Partners With Acurite On Branded Home and Weather Monitors
October 14, 2021
Asembl Appoints Wendy Garth as Brand and Licensing Director
October 14, 2021
Appointment Coincides with Asembl Welcoming Fleur Harris to Global Client Portfolio Australia design, lifestyle and FMCG licensed brand extension agency Asembl has announced the appointment of Wendy Garth to the newly created position of Brand &… . . . read more
Sustainability In Licensing: Mattel Exceeds Sustainability Goals For Packaging
October 14, 2021
Mattel continues to make huge strides toward a sustainable business model, saying the company exceeded its 2020 goal to achieve and maintain 95% recycled or FSC-certified content in the paper and wood fiber used in its… . . . read more
Housewares Licensing: Hedley & Bennett Unveil Some Rockin’ Grateful Dead Aprons
October 13, 2021
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Hedley & Bennett, the brand known for their beautifully designed, pro-quality aprons and kitchen gear, has teamed up with iconic rock band the Grateful Dead to release a… . . . read more
Streaming Wars: Netflix Fires Back At Amazon With Walmart Merchandise Deal
October 13, 2021
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world’s leading streamer Netflix has signed a key deal with retail giant Walmart to market merchandise based on popular shows on its service. Experts in the licensing… . . . read more
David Sprei Hired To Head Penguin Ventures
October 13, 2021
Penguin Random House Children’s Appoints New Commercial Director for Penguin Ventures to Drive Opportunities for Growth and Innovation Children’s literature giant Penguin Random House Children’s has tagged a high ranking ViacomCBS executive as the new… . . . read more
Pet Licensing: Banana Boat Going To The Dogs With New Deal
October 13, 2021
G Mason Group Partners with Banana Boat Sunscreen to Launch Gear and Suncare Products for Pets Banana Boat, one of the world’s leading sunscreen makers, is now working on a line of sun care and… . . . read more
Book Licensing: The Snowman Prefers Biscuits To Carrots
October 12, 2021
Penguin Ventures has partnered with Fox’s Biscuits to launch The Snowman Biscuit Selection tin in time for Christmas this year. The Snowman Biscuit Selection tin brings together two British brands that are synonymous with the… . . . read more
Breaking News: Visionary Hasbro CEO Passes Away After Lengthy Battle With Cancer
October 12, 2021
Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Hasbro Inc. announced some sad news today, revealing the company’s longtime Chair and CEO Brian D. Goldner has passed away after a years-long battle with cancer. Just one day… . . . read more
Children’s TV Licensing: Epic Story Media Signs Key Programming And Licensing Deals
October 12, 2021
Canadian content, distribution and licensing company Epic Story Media (ESM) has signed deals for both broadcast and licensing partners on a number of key titles across its slate of children’s programming, as well as debuting new… . . . read more