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Licensing Agencies

IMG Launches Spicy New Partnership With Tabasco Hot Sauce

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The McIlhenny Company has appointed IMG as its global licensing agency for its Tabasco hot sauce brand. A subsidiary of Endeavor, IMG is a global company that provides a wide range of services for the sports, entertainment and licensing industries. Its offered services include brand management, event organization, licensing representation, … [Read more...] about IMG Launches Spicy New Partnership With Tabasco Hot Sauce

British Ministry of Defence Renews Licensing Deal With IMG

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global licensing agency IMG will continue to represent the British armed forces in a licensing deal announced this week. The Ministry of Defence is, of course, the British department responsible for defending His Majesty's realm, and now IMG is doing its part on the licensing front. The Ministry of Defence confirms it has renewed its … [Read more...] about British Ministry of Defence Renews Licensing Deal With IMG

Who’s News: Wildbrain Hires Key Talent For In-House Services and German Operations

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter   Wildbrain CPLG has added two top executives to bolster its in-house services and commercial teams in London and Munich, respectively. In London, Clare Vosper Mortimer has joined WildBrain CPLG’s in-house services team in the new role of VP, Finance and Operations. She will oversee the company’s finance function and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wildbrain Hires Key Talent For In-House Services and German Operations

How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Anyone in the world of food licensing should know Broad Street Licensing Group. They are, after all, one of the top 20 licensing agencies in the world, and in the top two in the area of food and beverage licensing. Last year, for example, Broad Street put together licensing deals that generated well over a billion dollars in retail … [Read more...] about How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency

Who’s News: Brand Central Promotes Several Execs as Company Grows

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Three execs at Brand Central were promoted this week as the licensing agency posts more growth in 2023. Brand Central is among the world's largest licensing agencies by revenue, and a top player in the food and beverage sector in particular. However, it also has seen rapid growth in other parts of its business, particularly in manufacturing … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Brand Central Promotes Several Execs as Company Grows

Menz and Bulla Create ‘Frozen Version’ of Australia’s Classic Violet Crumble Chocolate Bar

TLL Staff The licensing agency Asembl has brought the classic Australian brands Menz Violet Crumble and Bulla together for a new ice cream product.  Menz says the resulting Violet Crumble ice cream is not only “earth shatteringly delicious,” but is also a taste of Aussie nostalgia.  “When we were looking for a partner to help bring this Violet Crumble product to life, … [Read more...] about Menz and Bulla Create ‘Frozen Version’ of Australia’s Classic Violet Crumble Chocolate Bar

Technology: Licensing Marketplace BIP Rebrands As Negosh.com

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The licensing tech company BIP has rebranded as Negosh.com to better reflect its role in the marketplace. The name change comes as Negosh is also introducing new functionality and online tools to better help its users "secure impactful deals," the company says. “Negosh.com is the next generation in licensing, bringing forth a suite of new … [Read more...] about Technology: Licensing Marketplace BIP Rebrands As Negosh.com

Food Licensing: Pringles Goes Upscale With TikTok-Inspired Caviar Collection

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Pringles is making a bold move into the luxury food market, thanks to a delicious collaboration with The Caviar Co. The partnership was brokered by Kellogg’s exclusive global food and beverage licensing agency, Beanstalk. The partnership will see the companies pairing Pringles with caviar in what will be billed as the '‘Crisps and … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Pringles Goes Upscale With TikTok-Inspired Caviar Collection

Women in Toys Mourns Loss of Past President Joan Packard Luks

It is with heavy hearts that Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment announces the passing of our beloved past president, Joan Packard Luks. Joan was a revered licensing executive, mentor to many, and an industry luminary. Her radiant spirit and warm demeanor made everyone who knew her feel like family. Joan passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 5, leaving behind a profound legacy … [Read more...] about Women in Toys Mourns Loss of Past President Joan Packard Luks

Inside Beanstalk: The Pioneer in Corporate Brand Licensing

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief When the global licensing agency Beanstalk was founded in 1992, not many major corporations were all that interested in the idea of comprehensive brand licensing. Today, however, corporate brands are everywhere, and that’s largely due to the work Beanstalk and a few other companies have done over the past 30 years. Allison Ames has … [Read more...] about Inside Beanstalk: The Pioneer in Corporate Brand Licensing