By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing Expo's keynote presentation for this year has been revealed as Brands at Play with a special focus on the global video game industry. The opening keynote panel, Video Games: Driving Billions to Play, explores the reasons behind gaming’s massive popularity, what gamers look for in a brand and how new and existing … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Keynote Explores the Future of Gaming
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Amazon MGM Marks Debut at Licensing Expo As Joint Entertainment Division
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief MGM is a staple at Licensing Expo, thanks to its rich catalog of films and series, and a powerful licensing program. But this year Expo attendees will see a major change to the booth. This is the first year that Amazon MGM Studios, created by the recent merger, will be exhibiting at Licensing Expo as a joint licensing division. With the two … [Read more...] about Amazon MGM Marks Debut at Licensing Expo As Joint Entertainment Division
Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter French entertainment studio Xilam Animation has promoted Chloé Menier to the newly-created position of brand manager. As the new brand manager, Chloé Menier will be taking on many of the duties that Xilam’s previous licensing director, Capucine Humblot, was responsible for before she departed the company last week to pursue a new … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager
Licensing International Announces 2024 Excellence Awards Finalists
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has officially announced its list of finalists for the 2024 Excellence Awards to recognize achievements and innovation in the global brand licensing industry. This year’s edition of the Excellence Awards features 197 finalists across 32 categories relating to the international licensing … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2024 Excellence Awards Finalists
Panama Jack Celebrates 50 Years of Summer Spirit at Licensing Expo
TLL Staff As if Las Vegas isn't sunny enough, the endless summer brand Panama Jack just announced its plans to cruise the halls at Licensing Expo. Panama Jack launched as a producer of high end sun tan product, literally starting in 1974 by selling tanning oil to lifeguards from a 1963 surf van! Now celebrating 50 years of sun-soaked memories, Panama Jack says it's … [Read more...] about Panama Jack Celebrates 50 Years of Summer Spirit at Licensing Expo
Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Wingfeather Saga, the largest crowd-funded animated series of all time, will be repped by Licensing Works! at Licensing Expo. In addition, Licensing Works! will also be representing several timeless brands that have been licensing stalwarts over the decades. Those brands include Le Petit Prince/The Little Prince and Antoine de … [Read more...] about Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
George Carlin Estate Settles Lawsuit Over ‘AI Comedy Special’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of George Carlin won a settlement with a media company over a fake, hour-long comedy special, purportedly using AI to portray the comedian. As TLL first reported in January, the estate filed a federal lawsuit against the comedy podcast Dudesy for an hour-long comedy special sold as an AI-generated impression of the late … [Read more...] about George Carlin Estate Settles Lawsuit Over ‘AI Comedy Special’
Who’s News: BBC Studios Promotes Murilo Hinojosa to Consumer Products VP for Latin America
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has promoted Murilo Hinojosa to the position of VP for consumer products and commercial partnerships across Latin America. Since he first joined BBC Studios in 2021, Hinojosa has been responsible for growing the Bluey childrens' brand throughout Mexico and Latin America. This included securing new territorial agents and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Promotes Murilo Hinojosa to Consumer Products VP for Latin America
The Brand Liaison Signed As Exclusive Partner For Jason Wu
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Brand Liaison has just been selected as the agency for the global expansion of haute couture master Jason Wu. The top drawer agency says it will also be featuring new licensing opportunities for the Jason Wu brand at the upcoming Licensing Expo in Las Vegas next month. Known for his couture excellence, The Brand Liaison says Jason Wu's … [Read more...] about The Brand Liaison Signed As Exclusive Partner For Jason Wu
Who’s News: Movado Group Selects New President for North American Sales Division
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Movado Group has appointed Debbie Forman-Pavan as its new president of sales for North America. In her new role, Forman-Pavan will be responsible for leading all of the Movado Group's avenues of sales across North America. She will also be responsible for supporting the company's existing business endeavors throughout the region, as well as … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Movado Group Selects New President for North American Sales Division