By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The brand management agency Lisa Marks Associates has appointed Maureen Taxter as SVP of licensing and Donna Moore as director of product development. Maureen Taxter brings over 20 years of experience in senior executive positions in the licensing industry. Prior to joining LMA, she held leadership roles at companies such as Nickelodeon … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lisa Marks Associates Expands With Two Key Hires
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Licensing Law: Mary Nhin’s Ninjas Under Attack by Florida Censors
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The author of Ninja Life Hacks, Mary Nhin, fears her books will be banned in Florida schools for being too inclusive. Nhin has built a growing publishing and licensing business through her series of Ninja Life Hacks books for children, which focus on social and emotional learning. But now, Nhin says her books are being challenged in … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Mary Nhin’s Ninjas Under Attack by Florida Censors
First Amendment Challenge: DeSantis Issues More Threats Against Disney
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is again targeting Disney over the company's opposition to the so-called Don't Say Gay law. The news outlet Politico reported Friday that DeSantis and his administration issued a series of threats against the Walt Disney Company. In particular, the Governor is enraged that Disney neatly sidestepped his earlier … [Read more...] about First Amendment Challenge: DeSantis Issues More Threats Against Disney
Analysis: Florida’s Policies Will Impact Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Many citizens in Western democracies have been alarmed by the way various governments have cracked down on free speech—not just for individuals, but for companies and media organizations. The trend is particularly alarming for Western brands working in countries like China, where any criticism of government policy can result in harsh … [Read more...] about Analysis: Florida’s Policies Will Impact Licensing
Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Mark Kingston As First SVP of Global Consumer Products
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has appointed Mark Kingston to the new position of SVP of global consumer products to support the studio's increased growth. Kingston will lead the expansion of ZAG’s consumer products and licensing initiatives from the company's London office. He will also be responsible for managing the gaming and location-based experiences … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Mark Kingston As First SVP of Global Consumer Products
Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Studio 100 Media has appointed Manuela Lumb and Richard Rowe as executive producers for the company's European business expansion. Studio 100 Media is an international production and distribution company that specializes in children’s and family entertainment. The company is a subsidiary of the Studio 100 Group. “We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
Who’s News: Mattel Appoints Professor Noreena Hertz to Board Position
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has appointed the global economist and bestselling author Professor Noreena Hertz to the company’s Board of Directors. Hertz will also serve on Mattel's Governance and Social Responsibility Committee. Hertz brings 25 years of experience advising companies and governments on policy decisions, mergers and acquisitions, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Mattel Appoints Professor Noreena Hertz to Board Position
Mickey Mouse Shows His Fangs as Disney Gets Tough With Opponents
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Walt Disney Company is playing hardball, as it deals with financial and political threats from opponents internally and externally. The entertainment giant known for its lovable characters has put on its “angry eyes”—to quote the immortal line from Toy Story’s Mrs. Potato Head—as it hits back against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, … [Read more...] about Mickey Mouse Shows His Fangs as Disney Gets Tough With Opponents
Who’s News: The Point.1888 Parent Company Appoints New Board
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter True Purpose Enterprises has created a Group Board to represent the interests of its subsidiary agencies The Point.1888, Spotlight.1888 and Story.1888. The new Group Board will consist of True Purpose Enterprises' CEO and CCO alongside members of each agency's senior staff. The Group Board's newly promoted senior staff include Hannah Redler … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The Point.1888 Parent Company Appoints New Board
Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Adidas has withdrawn its legal opposition to a trademark application from the activist group Black Lives Matter. The footwear giant filed a request to the US Patent and Trademark Office to block the Black Lives Matter from trademarking a design that features three parallel lines. Adidas said in its filing on Monday that the logo … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark