By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The official list for this year’s Kidscreen Hot50 rankings has been released to mark the top 50 kids entertainment companies of 2023.Now in its 10th year, the Kidscreen Hot50 rankings are determined by an industry vote from Kidscreen subscribers across both its print and digital platforms. The list separates the Kidscreen Hot50 into five top 10 … [Read more...] about Kidscreen’s Hot50 Ranks Top Kids Entertainment Companies
Trade Shows
Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO
TLL Staff The Toy Association has announced President and CEO Steve Pasierb is stepping down from his role at the organization in the spring of 2024. His current contract will expire in April, following nearly a decade of leadership with the trade organization. “It has been a distinct honor and privilege to serve in the role of President & CEO of The Toy … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Steve Pasierb Stepping Down as Toy Association CEO
Trade Shows: Get Your Tickets Now For the Spielwarenmesse Toy Fair
TLL Staff Spielwarenmesse, the world’s leading toy fair, has announced that tickets for its upcoming 73rd event trade show are now on sale. The event, which will take place from 30 January to 3 February 2024 in Nuremberg, is the world's largest toy fair, and is expected to attract a large crowd of international toy sector representatives this year under the motto ‘Feel … [Read more...] about Trade Shows: Get Your Tickets Now For the Spielwarenmesse Toy Fair
Top Toy Companies Double Down on Upgraded Permanent Stands at Spielwarenmesse
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world's largest toy fair, Spielwarenmesse, says 21 large companies have extended their tenancy in the 'permanent stands' in Hall 12.2 at the Nuremberg Conference Centre. Spielwarenmesse offers something very different for major exhibitors in the toy industry, which is seldom seen at any other trade show. The permanent stands in … [Read more...] about Top Toy Companies Double Down on Upgraded Permanent Stands at Spielwarenmesse
Speaker Lineup Revealed For Sustainability in Licensing Conference
Guest Article By Rob Hutchins Editor, Products of Change Team GB, the LEGO Group, Tesco, and the United Nations have all been confirmed to join the industry’s bravest and boldest pioneers as part of the conversation at this year’s Sustainability in Licensing Conference. On Nov. 8, the Sustainability in Licensing Conference (SiLC) will make its grand return to the Royal … [Read more...] about Speaker Lineup Revealed For Sustainability in Licensing Conference
United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global talent agency UTA is bringing a roster of new children's IP to the North American International Toy Fair. United Talent Agency's slate of new children's entertainment properties includes Gracie’s Corner, Bedtime Defenderz, Danny Go! And Norris Nuts. UTA's involvement bodes well for the licensing opportunities surrounding … [Read more...] about United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York
Lightning Report Examines Hottest Trends From Licensing Expo 2023
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you're following up on your work at this year's Licensing Expo, then the newly released Lightning Report could be a valuable tool Brand Central Insights and The Licensing Letter have just released the latest edition of the Lightning Report, focusing on the best opportunities coming out of the show. "One thing is clear from Expo … [Read more...] about Lightning Report Examines Hottest Trends From Licensing Expo 2023
Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Toy Association has released its Back to School STEAM Toy Shopping List, which features 25 officially accredited STEAM toys. "As families across the U.S. get ready for another back-to-school season, our list offers parents a well-vetted guide that will help kids flourish this academic year and build skills through engaging, … [Read more...] about Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids
San Diego Comic-Con Goes to Sea With Themed Ocean Cruise
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter San Diego Comic Convention has partnered with Entertainment Cruise Productions to launch a licensed experiential event called Comic-Con: The Cruise. Entertainment Cruise Productions is a cruise agency that has produced more than seventy-five full-ship charters for an extensive range of genres and brands. The agency's services include … [Read more...] about San Diego Comic-Con Goes to Sea With Themed Ocean Cruise
Spielwarenmesse Releases Schedule and Program for Kids India Tradeshow
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The schedule and program for this year's Kids India trade fair event has been officially announced. Organized by Spielwarenmesse India Pvt. Ltd. and the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, Kids India is an international business-to-business trade fair for the toy, children’s products and sporting goods industries. At the fair’s 2022 … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Releases Schedule and Program for Kids India Tradeshow