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Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing agency Brandgenuity has been selected as the exclusive licensing agency of record for Brownie Brittle, by Second Nature Brands, a national leader in snacks and treats. Brownie Brittle is America’s number one brownie snack brand, known for its rich, gourmet brownie taste with a crisp cookie crunch, perfect for on-the-go, … [Read more...] about Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle

Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Cronus Global will be showcasing the bubble tea chain Kung Fu Tea for the first time ever at this year's Licensing Expo. Kung Fu Tea is known as the brand that puts a bit more punch into tea time. It's the largest bubble tea company in North America, with a large and dedicated following. This year visitors to Cronus Global’s booth … [Read more...] about Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo

Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources For Mental Health Awareness Month

By TLL Staff Sesame Workshop has launched a new online expansion for the current Mental Health Awareness Month featuring official Sesame Street characters. The new bilingual resources include six videos, a digital storybook and three animated videos that focus on addressing children's mental and physical health. “The mental health crisis we’re facing today is top of mind for … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources For Mental Health Awareness Month

Cronus Global to Rep emoji company in US and Canada

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The folks at Cronus Global have a smile on their faces today, as the agency has been appointed by the emoji company for the US and Canada. “We’re excited to partner with Cronus Global, a leading licensing agency known for its innovative strategies in brand development,” said Marco Huesges, CEO and founder of the emoji company GmbH. … [Read more...] about Cronus Global to Rep emoji company in US and Canada

JPatton Displaying Cutting Edge Brand Protection at Expo

TLL Feature In the world of licensing, nothing is more important than protecting your brand. But according to Franco Diaz of the brand protection technology manufacturer JPatton, many brand owners don’t invest in brand protection, only to pay for it later in terms of reputational damage, declining stock price, lawsuits/litigation, and lost sales. Diaz is head of … [Read more...] about JPatton Displaying Cutting Edge Brand Protection at Expo

TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Long-term partners Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays have updated their existing consumer products agreement with an exclusive, perpetual extension for TGI Fridays frozen appetizers. The new, indefinite term licensing agreement replaces the limited duration arrangement that Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays previously signed in 2015. The license … [Read more...] about TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz

Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign

TLL Featured Story The Jel Sert Company, renowned for its iconic and top-selling brands, including Wyler's Light, Fla-Vor-Ice, Otter Pops, and Pure Kick, is strategically shifting its focus by expanding its business model into an outbound licensing program. Consumers have been seeking new and innovative products from these iconic brands and Jel Sert is now seeking to partner … [Read more...] about Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign

Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 7-Eleven and Tetris will be giving away thousands of Tetris mobile gaming devices, all shaped like the iconic Slurpee cup. The giveaway is the result of a collaboration between the two brands, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Tetris mobile game. “We know our customers are passionate gaming enthusiasts who also appreciate a … [Read more...] about Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables

Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies

TLL Staff Squishmallows are about to get a whole lot sweeter thanks to a partnership between Jazwares and See's Candies. Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, and the California-based candy company See’s Candies, are releasing a gift set that includes co-branded plush, chocolate boxes and totes inspired by the top-selling plush brand … [Read more...] about Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies