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
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Brand Licensing: Flynn Collective and Clean Mama Partner Up
Flynn Collective has announced an exclusive licensing deal with the popular cleaning brand, Clean Mama. Clean Mama was founded in 2009 by Becky Rapinchuk. Since that time, the company has become an industry-leading multi-platform cleaning and organization brand. In 2015, the company launched a branded line of natural cleaning products. “It’s an exciting time in the cleaning … [Read more...] about Brand Licensing: Flynn Collective and Clean Mama Partner Up
Automotive Licensing: Luchese’s Cowboy Boots Are ‘Ram Tough’
Ram Truck drivers like both their vehicles and their boots to be just as tough as they are. Now, the Ram Truck brand is partnering with legendary Texas bookmaker Lucchese to create a line of premium Western boots. Lucchese says the line is inspired by the craftsmanship and quality materials that are hallmarks of the 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary … [Read more...] about Automotive Licensing: Luchese’s Cowboy Boots Are ‘Ram Tough’
Motorsports Licensing: VP Racing Fuels Partners With The Fan-Brand for Home Décor
VP Racing Fuels and The Fan-Brand are joining forces through a licensing agreement to put some vroom in home decor. A global leader in performance fuels, lubricants, and additives, VP Racing Fuels announced this week it has signed a licensing agreement with The Fan-Brand for an extensive line of home décor products. "The Fan-Brand has created an incredible selection of VP … [Read more...] about Motorsports Licensing: VP Racing Fuels Partners With The Fan-Brand for Home Décor
Home Goods Licensing: Samsung and Tetris A Perfect Fit
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Samsung has teamed up with The Tetris Company to launch limited-edition food storage containers in the iconic Tetris shapes to help reduce food waste. These new products are called Samsung Stackers and are inspired by the world-famous puzzle game Tetris, which has remained popular since its creation in 1984. The first-of-its-kind storage … [Read more...] about Home Goods Licensing: Samsung and Tetris A Perfect Fit
Christmas Retail: Black Friday Shoppers Down Slightly From 2020
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The National Retail Federation says the number of Black Friday shoppers was down slightly this year, but roughly in line with the average over the past four years. The NRF says nearly 180 million Americans shopped during the five-day holiday shopping period from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the annual survey released … [Read more...] about Christmas Retail: Black Friday Shoppers Down Slightly From 2020
Brown & Friends Appearing in Starbucks For The Holidays
Adorable characters from the LINE app will be available at Starbucks through the holidays, thanks to a licensing deal with LINE FRIENDS. Starbucks this week announced the collaboration with LINE FRIENDS, a global brand and leading creative studio that has created some of the world’s most beloved characters. The joyful collection of lifestyle essentials featuring BROWN & … [Read more...] about Brown & Friends Appearing in Starbucks For The Holidays
Literary Licensing: Dr. Seuss Expands Licensing Portfolio to Canada
In the Dr. Seuss book Oh, The Places You'll Go, you can now add Canada to the list. Dr. Seuss Enterprises is expanding its licensing program to Canada, with new products rolling out through Christmas and the New Year. The new licensing deals cover decor, fashion, toys, food and beverages, and more. These newly brokered deals for the Canadian market include a number of Dr. … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Dr. Seuss Expands Licensing Portfolio to Canada
Squishmallows Hits 100 million Sales, Launches Licensing Program
Jazware's Squishmallows plush line has hit an impressive milestone with 100 million units sold, triggering several new licensing partnerships. Jazwares and its Kellytoy subsidiary are now teaming up with several "best-in-class licensees" in a bit to make Squishmallows one of the fastest growing global lifestyle brands for fans, families, and collectors around the world. … [Read more...] about Squishmallows Hits 100 million Sales, Launches Licensing Program
Analysis: The 2021 Hot Toy Lists and Licensing
By Richard Gottlieb CEO, Global Toy Expert What are the “hot toys?” That is a question that I get each year starting in October. Various hot toy lists come out each year from a host of experts. The problem with these lists is that “hot” is never really defined. It can mean that it is a good toy, an in-demand toy, or both (the two, as we all know only too well, don’t always … [Read more...] about Analysis: The 2021 Hot Toy Lists and Licensing