TLL Staff Dr. Seuss Enterprises has announced the promotion of Ellie Terveen to Executive Vice President, Operations, as the company continues its recent expansion. Dr. Seuss has reported rapid growth in recent years across the categories of publishing, consumer products, education, and entertainment. In her new role, Terveen will lead strategic financial planning, oversee IT … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Enterprises Promotes Ellie Terveen to Executive VP
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The Licensing Awards 2025 Announces Finalists
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The finalists for the Licensing Awards 2025 have been announced as the count-down continues for the official award ceremony. Taking place on September 16 in The Grosvenor House Hotel in London, the event will celebrate the achievements of companies, professionals and brands from across the licensing and retail sectors. The finalists … [Read more...] about The Licensing Awards 2025 Announces Finalists
Trade Show Agenda Released for Brand Licensing Europe 2025
TLL Staff Image credit: Licensing International Attendees can now get their first look at the agenda for this year's Brand Licensing Europe event. BLE is Europe’s leading event for the brand licensing industry, and takes place from October 7–9 at the Excel halls in London. It’s free to visit Brand Licensing Europe. You can simply register on the website and get access … [Read more...] about Trade Show Agenda Released for Brand Licensing Europe 2025
Who’s News: BBC Studios Names New SVP of Consumer Products for North America
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has appointed Dion Vlachos as the company's new senior vice president of consumer products for North America. In his new role at the company, Vlachos will secure new licensing opportunities and expansions for BBC Studios’ portfolio of entertainment brands across Canada and the US. "I'm ecstatic to welcome Dion to the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Names New SVP of Consumer Products for North America
Products of Change: New Methodology Unveiled to Measure Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Article Submitted by POC Editor Kathryn Brand Products of Change (POC) and South Pole, a carbon asset developer and climate consultancy, have developed a comprehensive methodology to allow the brand and licensing industry to more accurately measure its GHG footprint, and therefore more assuredly begin its journey of reduction. The process included consultation with key … [Read more...] about Products of Change: New Methodology Unveiled to Measure Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Moonvalley Launches ‘Ethical AI’, Amid Concerns Over Copyright in AI Training
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Can generative AI be ethical, and respect the copyright of human creators? The AI research company Moonvalley says it can, and has just launched a new AI model called Marey that creates video, but does so while respecting the copyright of the content with which it was trained. Given the global concern over alleged copyright violation by … [Read more...] about Moonvalley Launches ‘Ethical AI’, Amid Concerns Over Copyright in AI Training
Women in Toys Unveils 2025 Wonder Women Awards Finalists
By Gary Symons Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has announced the finalists for the 2025 Wonder Women Awards. The event is held annually to celebrate the outstanding women shaping the future of toys, consumer products, licensing, and entertainment. The annual gala will take place on Thursday, September 11 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, under the … [Read more...] about Women in Toys Unveils 2025 Wonder Women Awards Finalists
Who’s News: Spin Master Appoints Christina Miller as CEO
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has appointed long-serving board member Christina Miller as its new CEO as Max Rangel prepares to step down. Effective July 7, 2025, she will begin serving as Spin Master's official CEO to lead the company in its future expansion initiatives. Miller is an accomplished media, entertainment and toy executive with over 25 years of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Spin Master Appoints Christina Miller as CEO
Who’s News: Authentic Appoints Tim Derner as Global Head of Marketplaces
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Authentic Brands Group has appointed Tim Derner to serve as the company's global head of marketplaces. In his new role at Authentic, Derner is responsible for spearheading the expansion of the company's global distribution initiatives. Derner's main areas of focus include strengthening existing partnerships and developing new avenues of … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Authentic Appoints Tim Derner as Global Head of Marketplaces
Taylor Swift Reclaims Ownership of Her First Six Albums
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Taylor Swift has officially regained ownership of the master recordings of her first six albums, marking the end of a lengthy dispute over the rights to her early music. Swift announced the acquisition on her official website, calling it a long-awaited resolution. “All of the music I've ever made now belongs to me,” she wrote, describing … [Read more...] about Taylor Swift Reclaims Ownership of Her First Six Albums