By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Blendtec has partnered with Food Network star Geoffrey Zakarian to introduce a collaborative Blendtec Zakarian Pro Blender to home chefs. “We’re thrilled to have Iron Chef Zakarian as part of our team, helping to adapt our restaurant-grade blenders into an easy-to-use high-performance blender for the home chef. said Blendtec CEO, Keith … [Read more...] about Blendtec and Geoffrey Zakarian Cook Up Licensed Kitchenware
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Wicked: For Good Casts a Spell with Toca Boca World
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master's Toca Boca studio has launched a collaboration with UP&E to bring a licensed Wicked: For Good experience to Toca Boca World. Titled the Be You For Good experience, the new collaboration will feature a variety of in-app activations inspired by the Wicked: For Good film. These activations include a character-inspired avatar … [Read more...] about Wicked: For Good Casts a Spell with Toca Boca World
Licensing Roundup: Top Deals You May Have Missed
Entertainment: Govee Releases Zootopia 2-Themed Outdoor Lighting Kits Global smart-lighting innovator Govee is working with Walt Disney Animation Studios on a first-time collaboration tied to the upcoming film Zootopia 2, due in theatres November 26, 2025. The partnership features Govee’s outdoor lighting portfolio—including Permanent Outdoor Lights Prism, Curtain Lights Pro, … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Top Deals You May Have Missed
Global Merchandising Services Named Licensing Agent for Design Museum
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Merchandising Services has been appointed to serve as the exclusive worldwide licensing agency for the Design Museum. As the museum's official licensing agent, Global Merchandising will develop a comprehensive licensing program that extends across a range of consumer products and branded experiences. The agency will seek … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Services Named Licensing Agent for Design Museum
Jazwares Named Master Toy Partner For Miraculous Corp
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The acclaimed toy company Jazwares has just enjoyed a 'Miraculous' boost to its business, thanks to a new licensing deal. Miraculous Corp has just named Jazwares as its exclusive global master toy partner, in a deal that includes the studio's global hit Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. “At Jazwares, we create toy … [Read more...] about Jazwares Named Master Toy Partner For Miraculous Corp
Ground Up and Sanrio Debut Delightful Hello Kitty Sneakers
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ground Up and Sanrio are expanding their footwear licensing partnership with new Hello Kitty and Friends sneakers sold exclusively at Kids Foot Locker. The licensed sneaker design features art of well-known characters from the Sanrio franchise including Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin and Hello Kitty herself. Alongside the Hello … [Read more...] about Ground Up and Sanrio Debut Delightful Hello Kitty Sneakers
Disguise and Aniplex Expand Demon Slayer Licensing Agreement
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jakks Pacific's Disguise division has expanded its multi-year licensing agreement with Aniplex for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba franchise. Building on their existing partnership, the new deal grants Disguise the rights to produce licensed Demon Slayer costumes across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, Ireland and the … [Read more...] about Disguise and Aniplex Expand Demon Slayer Licensing Agreement
People of Play Announces Winners of the TAGIE Awards
TLL Staff People of Play, a division of The Toy Association, has revealed the winners of the 18th annual Toy & Game Innovation Excellence (TAGIE) Awards. In addition to the winners in 13 categories, POP also honored Seven Towns CEO Mike Moody and Winning Moves Games game designer Phil Orbanes with Lifetime Achievement Awards. Judy Ellis, founder of the world's first … [Read more...] about People of Play Announces Winners of the TAGIE Awards
Hasbro and Kayou Saddle Up For ‘My Little Pony’ Card Game
TLL Staff Chinese collectibles company Kayou has corralled a deal with Hasbro to introduce a My Little Pony card game in the U.S. Kayou is China's top trading card brand, and previously launched the My Little Pony Card Game – Friendships Begin in that country back in April. The success of that program has seen the partners expand the program, and the game is now being … [Read more...] about Hasbro and Kayou Saddle Up For ‘My Little Pony’ Card Game
Products of Change Announces Winners of SDG Awards
Article Submitted by Kathryn Brand of POC On November 5, Products of Change held its annual conference and the POC SDG Awards, given out by Caroline Petit, deputy director of the United Nations Regional Information Centre, celebrating the sustainable changemakers in the brand, licensing, and retail industry. Across the Products of Change Community, more than 1,500 … [Read more...] about Products of Change Announces Winners of SDG Awards