Licensing Agency Caps Year of Growth With New Hires, Promotions The Point.1888 says it has doubled the head count of its crucial marketing division to meet the demands of the agency’s growing client base and help the business reach its ambitious goals for 2021. The news comes just months after the agency announced the creation of a Director of Marketing role at The Point.1888, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The Point.1888 Reveals New Marketing Moves
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MDR Launches Global eSports, Interactive Entertainment Division
MDR Brand Management this week launched a global esports and interactive entertainment division called NIVO Management. NIVO operates as a standalone business, but the new division will benefit from the international footprint of MDR Brand Management, the company says. MDR now operates in 25 locations around the world. The company says NIVO Management is currently working on … [Read more...] about MDR Launches Global eSports, Interactive Entertainment Division
Who’s News: BBC Studios Reshuffles Its Licensing Leadership
Big news from the UK as BBC Studios reshuffles its licensing leadership team following the departure of Rikesh Desai, licensing director for the UK and EMEA. Desai had a huge impact on the licensing activities for BBC Studios, according to Stephen Davies, BBC Studios’ managing director of consumer products and licensing. “Rikesh has been a driving force behind our merchandise … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Reshuffles Its Licensing Leadership
Trevco Names Daniel Leach As New President
Big news in the licensing sector, as industry leader Trevco has announced the hiring of Amazon executive Daniel Leach as its new president. Leach will now be overseeing all aspects the company's strategic operations, with the company saying he will be focusing on enhancing the company's existing Print On Demand business, and strengthening Trevco's position in the DTC … [Read more...] about Trevco Names Daniel Leach As New President
Licensing Expo Announces Day One Keynote Speakers
Two top executives at Warner Bros. have been named as the keynote speakers on Day 1 of the upcoming Licensing Expo on Aug. 24. Pam Lifford is president of global brands and experiences with WarnerMedia, while Robert Oberschelp is senior VP, global franchise management and brand product with Warner Bros. Consumer Products. The two presenters will be delivering a keynote address … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Announces Day One Keynote Speakers
Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
The global toy and licensing company Jazwares has this week named Sara Rosales, an accomplished communications executive, as Senior Vice President of Communications. In her new role, Rosales' greater focus will be on corporate communications, brand public relations, the company’s philanthropic efforts, collaborating closely with digital marketing on earned media, and the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New VP Comms At Jazwares
Matthew Shiels to Oversee Licensing at Fred Rogers Productions
It's been a wonderful day in the neighborhood for Matthew Shiels, who was promoted this week from director to VP of Business and Legal Affairs at Fred Rogers Productions. As a major part of that promotion, Shiels now takes on the responsibility of overseeing licensing activities for the Fred Rogers brands. Those include not just the iconic show Mr. Rogers Neighbourhood, but … [Read more...] about Matthew Shiels to Oversee Licensing at Fred Rogers Productions
Wildbrain Appoints Jasen Wright As VP North America
WildBrain CPLG, one of the world’s leading entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies, is expanding its global footprint and North American operations with the appointment of experienced licensing executive Jasen Wright (pictured) to the position of Vice President, North America. In this newly created role, Wright will be responsible for driving WildBrain CPLG’s North … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Appoints Jasen Wright As VP North America
IMG Expands With Middle East Acquisition
IMG, a global leader licensing for sports, events, fashion and media, has acquired the Dubai-based 20too Licensing agency to further expand its global reach. The company manages some of the world’s greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. … [Read more...] about IMG Expands With Middle East Acquisition
Iconix Plans To Go Private After Controversial Acquisition Deal
Iconix Brand Group, Inc., which owns several well known brands such as Joe Boxer, Buffalo Jeans, Mossimo and London Fog, among several others, will become a private company after the board accepted an acquisition offer from Lancer Capital LLC. However, two major law firms have announced they are launching investigations into the deal on behalf of shareholders, with one saying … [Read more...] about Iconix Plans To Go Private After Controversial Acquisition Deal