By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and MetLife Foundation have announced a new phase of their partnership aiding disadvantaged groups in Latin America. The initiative is called Dream, Save, Do: Financial Empowerment for Underserved Populations in Brazil and Mexico, and has been running for seven years. Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit media and educational … [Read more...] about Non-Profit Licensing: Sesame Workshop and Metlife Partner on Aid Program in Brazil, Mexico
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The Light Fund’s Stephen Gould Heats Up Fundraiser With Freezing Swim
Channel swimmer Stephen Gould becomes third oldest person to complete an ice mile, while raising money for the Light Fund Story submitted by Sian Dorrington With this year’s Light Fund Channel relay fundraiser only a matter of months away, one of the two team captains, Stephen Gould, has been warming up (if that’s the correct term) with an Ice Mile. That’s right: a one-mile … [Read more...] about The Light Fund’s Stephen Gould Heats Up Fundraiser With Freezing Swim
The Light Fund’s Stephen Gould Heats Up Fundraiser With Freezing Swim
Channel swimmer Stephen Gould becomes third oldest person to complete an ice mile, while raising money for the Light Fund Story submitted by Sian Dorrington With this year’s Light Fund Channel relay fundraiser only a matter of months away, one of the two team captains, Stephen Gould, has been warming up (if that’s the correct term) with an Ice Mile. That’s right: a one-mile … [Read more...] about The Light Fund’s Stephen Gould Heats Up Fundraiser With Freezing Swim
Literary Licensing: Oddbods Go to Print With Signature Publishing Deal
Signature Publishing and One Animation have inked a deal to launch a dedicated Oddbods-themed issue of Signature’s successful changing-theme magazine for pre-school children, ADVENTURES WITH. Under the partnership, the ADVENTURES WITH Oddbods issue will go on sale in the UK beginning Feb. 10. “We’re always looking for creative ways to bring the Oddbods characters to life for … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Oddbods Go to Print With Signature Publishing Deal
Character Licensing: Megalicense To Rep ZAG Licensing in Russia and CIS
The animation studio ZAG continues its rapid global growth as it hires Megalicense for representation in Russia. The deal with Megalicense also covers the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), which also includes Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. “Megalicense is the premiere licensing agency across Russia and CIS, … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Megalicense To Rep ZAG Licensing in Russia and CIS
Art Licensing: Frida Kahlo Deal Combines Beauty and the Biscuit
The Frida Kahlo estate has signed a deal with the UK-based Infinity Brands for a new line of biscuits and sweets. The agreement was brokered by the art licensing specialists Art Ask Agency of Barcelona, resulting in a partnership combining great taste with great art. Infinity Brands is initially producing four biscuit food gift packs through its wholly owned brand Keep Calm … [Read more...] about Art Licensing: Frida Kahlo Deal Combines Beauty and the Biscuit
Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The entertainment and play company Hasbro has appointed new leadership for its critical Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming division. The role was left vacant with the death of Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner late last year, after a lengthy battle with cancer. That resulted in former Wizards of the Coast president and COO Chris Cocks being … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
Universal Music Expands Rights Agreement With Amazon, Twitch
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global music giant Universal Music Group (UMG) has expanded a key rights deal with Twitch and Amazon Music. The deal highlights the growing value of music catalogs held by publishers and labels, as well as the critical importance of synchronization licenses that allow for use of music in video and social media. The expanded agreements will … [Read more...] about Universal Music Expands Rights Agreement With Amazon, Twitch
Spielwarenmesse Survey Shows Demand For Sustainable Toys
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A new survey conducted for Spielwarenmesse shows sustainability will be a key factor for toy makers and licensors in coming years. The world's largest toy fair commissioned research by the Spanish AIJU Technological Institute for Children’s Products and Leisure, which surveyed roughly 2,800 households with children aged 0-11 years. The … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Survey Shows Demand For Sustainable Toys
Special Report: Why The Value Of Music Catalogs Has Soared By 2500%
Following on our 2021 Special Report: The Evolution of Music Licensing, The Licensing Letter examines how and why music rights sales have grown exponentially since 2015. This report is available to TLL Subscribers only. By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The music industry has gone through a period of almost unparalleled change over the past five years, and that … [Read more...] about Special Report: Why The Value Of Music Catalogs Has Soared By 2500%