A new team at CEC Entertainment has selected Brandgenuity to help grow its popular Chuck E. Cheese brand into new categories. CEC Entertainment announced today that it has selected Brandgenuity to serve as its exclusive brand licensing agency of record for food categories. The brand has already successfully launched the first-ever Chuck E. Cheese frozen pizza with licensing … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: New Team at Chucky Cheese Taps Brandgenuity For Licensing
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Who’s News: Melanie Summers To Lead Buzzfeed’s Consumer Product Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BuzzFeed has appointed licensing veteran Melanie Summers as SVP of Consumer Products for the company's new unified business organization. Formed in 2006, BuzzFeed, Inc. is a digital media company known for providing brand-safe news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people. The company's unified licensing business extends … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Melanie Summers To Lead Buzzfeed’s Consumer Product Licensing
Trademark Licensing: Kodak Signs Partner For Wireless Chargers in India
India will get access to Kodak's innovative magnetic wireless chargers, thanks to a deal with Georgian Enterprises. The Bengaluru-based accessories maker announced the licensing partnership this week. Georgian will now be producing two new Magnetic wireless chargers compatible with the iPhone 12 and 13 series, designed for those needing high-speed wire-free charging while at … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: Kodak Signs Partner For Wireless Chargers in India
FLYNN Collective to Rep Home Design Star Sabrina Soto
The HGTV Star and Latinx Home and Lifestyle expert, Sabrina Soto, has appointed FLYNN Collective to serve as her exclusive licensing agency. Soto is a first-generation Cuban-American who has become a bonafide star in the world of home design and fashion. She is a Design TV star with over 20 years on major networks including HGTV, TLC, NBC, and CBS. She currently stars in the … [Read more...] about FLYNN Collective to Rep Home Design Star Sabrina Soto
NRF Says Holiday Revenues Up 14.1%, Smashing Expectations
Consumers defied expectations as retail sales soared in November and December by 14.1% to $886.7 billion over the holidays. That figure dramatically beats out the National Retail Federation’s forecast and set a new record, despite challenges from inflation, supply chain disruptions and the ongoing pandemic, NRF said this week. The number includes online and other non-store … [Read more...] about NRF Says Holiday Revenues Up 14.1%, Smashing Expectations
Tech Licensing: Skullcandy Pumps The Volume With Beanstalk Appointment
The trend setting audio tech brand Skullcandy has selected licensing agency Beanstalk to manage its global branding. The company says it engaged Beanstalk to help extend its brand into product categories that "unleash the power of expression," including audio equipment, consumer electronics, sporting and outdoor goods and accessories, apparel and accessories, collaborations and … [Read more...] about Tech Licensing: Skullcandy Pumps The Volume With Beanstalk Appointment
Beverage Licensing: Constellation Partners With Coca Cola on Fresca Cocktails
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Coca-Cola Company has signed a brand authorization agreement with Constellation Brands to launch new ready-to-drink cocktails. The upcoming beverage is called Fresca Mixed. It is based on Coca-Cola’s American soft-drink Fresca. Fresca is flavored with grapefruit and is frequently used as a cocktail mixer. Fresca Mixed aims to appeal to … [Read more...] about Beverage Licensing: Constellation Partners With Coca Cola on Fresca Cocktails
Automotive Brand Motul Appoints Ingram As Licensing Agency For Japan
The automotive and racing brand Motul is expanding in Japan with the appointment of Ingram as its licensing agent. The French firm Motul is a world-renowned company, specializing in the formulation, production and global distribution of high-tech engine lubricants. For many decades it has also been a dedicated technical partner and official supplier to the finest motor racing … [Read more...] about Automotive Brand Motul Appoints Ingram As Licensing Agency For Japan
Godiva Expands Licensing With Four New Sweet Deals
Leading premium chocolatier Godiva is expanding its licensing portfolio in the U.S. and Canada markets with the launch of four new licensing partnerships in 2022. Godiva Chocolatier is a venerable brand that was founded in Brussels in 1926 by Belgian chocolatier Pierre Draps. Today the legendary chocolatier is privately held by Yildiz Holding, and is committed to … [Read more...] about Godiva Expands Licensing With Four New Sweet Deals
Licensing Management: Nissan Announces Global Partnership With Brainbase
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Nissan Motor Corporation has announced a global partnership with licensing software company, Brainbase. Brainbase is a venture-backed company that uses software to assist licensing teams in optimizing their partnerships. The software brings together all the features required to run a global licensing business. Brainbase is known for its … [Read more...] about Licensing Management: Nissan Announces Global Partnership With Brainbase