The Brand Liaison says veteran executive Elisa Gangl is joining the team, just in time for Licensing Expo. The company says Gangl will be assigned to handle manufacturer representation and special projects for Brand Liaison clients,… . . . read more
Beanstalk Offers Free Licensing Workshops For Ukraine Aid Effort
May 11, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter To celebrate Beanstalk’s 30th anniversary, the global brand licensing agency is offering a series of complimentary Licensing Lab workshops to three chosen brand owners. In return, Beanstalk asks only that… . . . read more
Commentary: Why You Should Target Games For Your IP at Licensing Expo 2022
May 11, 2022
Featured Content From Layer Licensing Licensing Expo is a fantastic event to find new licensing opportunities for your IP. Licensing professionals from more than 70 countries will come together to Las Vegas this week in… . . . read more
Licensing Expo Putting on Big Show With Immersive Entertainment Offerings
April 19, 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensing Expo is leaning into its experiential licensing theme this year, offering multiple immersive entertainment offerings. The Licensing Expo, produced in partnership with industry trade association Licensing International, returns… . . . read more
Licensing Expo Keynote To Focus On Experiential Entertainment
April 14, 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief After two years of isolation during the pandemic, it’s hard to say if Licensing Expo’s theme on experiential licensing is ironic, or a sign of rising hope. After… . . . read more
EXCLUSIVE LICENSING
San Diego Comic Convention Appoints IMG as its First-Ever Licensing Agency
April 5, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The San Diego Comic Convention, organizer of the annual Comic-Con event, has appointed global licensing agent, IMG as its first-ever exclusive licensing representative. With a presence in over 30 countries,… . . . read more
NFTs, social media and new retail rules at Licensing U
April 4, 2022
Topics have been announced for Licensing U, part of Licensing Expo being produced in May by Licensing International. The goal of the program is to provide attendees with information on the licensing industry. Expert-led education… . . . read more
Trade Shows: Products of Change Brings Sustainable Message to Licensing Expo
March 17, 2022
The environmental advocacy group Products of Change is continuing as a partner for the Licensing Expo in May. The Global Licensing Group, organizers of Licensing Expo, announced the continuation of its strategic partnership with Products… . . . read more
Trade Shows: More Than 170 Exhibitors Already Signed On For Licensing Expo
March 10, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Licensing Expo is gearing up to host the consumer product industry’s largest in-person get- together in three years. A growing roster of brands are signing on daily to exhibit… . . . read more
Who’s News: Global Licensing Group Appoints New Head of Retail & Licensing
March 9, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Global Licensing Group has appointed former events manager Laura Freedman-Dagg to the newly created role of Head of Retail, Licensing. In her new role, Freedman-Dagg will work across the… . . . read more