Veteran licensing executive Gabrielle Sims will head the softlines business for Hasbro's consumer products division in the UK, the company says. “We have big growth plans for our UK business and are thrilled to be adding such strong talent to our team," said Sally Carnota, the category licensing director at Hasbro UK and Ireland. " Gabrielle’s exceptional creativity and … [Read more...] about Gabrielle Sims to Head Hasbro’s Softlines Division in UK
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WildBrain CPLG Expanding Into India
Neesha Krishna promoted to Managing Director of MENA and South Asia to lead new India strategy; Mangesh Hande appointed as Commercial Director for India WildBrain CPLG is further expanding its global footprint with the launch of a dedicated office in India. The new local strategy will be led by WildBrain CPLG’s Neesha Krishna (pictured above), who has been promoted to … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG Expanding Into India
Rock Stars, Music Industry Mourn the Passing of Dell Furano
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Musicians and workers throughout the music industry reacted this week to news licensing legend and pioneer Dell Furano passed away at age 71. Furano was the CEO of Epic Rights, and an inductee into Licensing International's Licensing Hall of Fame. He died Sept. 4 after a lengthy battle with cancer, leaving friends throughout the industry … [Read more...] about Rock Stars, Music Industry Mourn the Passing of Dell Furano
TLL and SPLiCE Launching Sustainability Award Program
There’s some exciting news this month as The Licensing Letter and SPLiCE launch a new program recognizing those companies leading the way on sustainability in the licensing industry. Beginning Nov. 1, The Licensing Letter and the Society of Product Licensors Committed to Excellence (SPLiCE) will present an award every month to a company for its innovations in the area of … [Read more...] about TLL and SPLiCE Launching Sustainability Award Program
One Animation Announces Two Key Hires
The award-winning content creation, distribution and licensing studio One Animation is expanding its digital team with the appointment of two new executives to newly created roles. Kelly Joeman will join as Senior Manager, Audience Development and Tuan Nguyen has been tapped as E-Commerce Manager. Both will be based in One Animation’s Singapore office. “We’re committed to … [Read more...] about One Animation Announces Two Key Hires
Licensing Expo Returns To Vegas For In-Person Conference
It's been a long time since people in the licensing industry have been able to meet in person at a conference or trade show, but that changes in May next year. Licensing Expo today announced America's largest licensing event will return in-person to Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas in 2022. Produced in partnership with the industry trade association Licensing International, the … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Returns To Vegas For In-Person Conference
ESPN In Talks For $3 Billion Sports Betting Deal
The Disney-owned sports broadcaster ESPN is looking at licensing its brand to major sports betting companies, with a price tag of at least $3 billion. According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, ESPN has already held talks with operators like the online gambling company DraftKings and casino operator Caesars Entertainment, among others. ESPN already has marketing … [Read more...] about ESPN In Talks For $3 Billion Sports Betting Deal
Winners Named For Licensing International Awards
The winners of the 2021 Licensing International Excellence Awards were unveiled last week in a virtual gathering that brought together nearly 1,000 industry executives from around the world to celebrate the best of the best. The 22 award winners from seven countries—China, Finland, France, Japan, Singapore, United Kingdom and the U.S.—were selected from among 152 nominees from … [Read more...] about Winners Named For Licensing International Awards
Michael Kors To Appoint New CEO Joshua Schulman
The global fashion brand Michael Kors is getting a new CEO, as veteran executive Joshua Schulman has been tapped to lead the company beginning in September 2022. Parent company Capri Holdings Ltd. says Schulman will succeed John Idol as the CEO of Capri, while Idol will take on the role of executive chairman. Initially, that means Schulman will be in charge of all operations … [Read more...] about Michael Kors To Appoint New CEO Joshua Schulman
Endemol Shine Names New VP of Licensing for North America
Endemol Shine North America says it has promoted Scott Shillet to the position of Vice President of Licensing for North America, after a successful run as Executive Director of Licensing. Endemol Shine North America, as a division of Banijay, has a thriving licensing business globally, and the company says Shillett has been a big part of their story, said President & Chief … [Read more...] about Endemol Shine Names New VP of Licensing for North America