The rapidly growing licensing agency The Point.1888 has appointed Bethan Garton as its new Chief Commercial Officer. CEO Will Stewart says the company has gone through a leadership restructuring following the launch of two sister companies, Story.1888 and Spotlight.1888, and the signing of 14 new brands. With all that new business activity, Stewart says his own role will … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bethan Garton Takes Key Role as CCO of The Point.1888
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Celebrity Licensing: LeBron James Celebrates Cereal Day With Fruity Pebbles and Nike
NBA star LeBron James was a huge fan of Post Cereals' Fruity PEBBLES as a kid, and now he's teaming up with Nike and Post to celebrate the brand. In a three-way collaboration, the parties will mark National Cereal Day on March 7 with a collection of Nike sneakers, officially licensed from Warner Bros. Consumer Products. Warner owns the Flintstones license that is at the heart … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: LeBron James Celebrates Cereal Day With Fruity Pebbles and Nike
Celebrity Licensing: David Beckham Joins New Team In Deal With Authentic Brands
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The star athlete turned entrepreneur David Beckham has signed a strategic partnership with licensing juggernaut Authentic Brands Group. ABG is now a co-owner of the Beckham brand, and will also manage the brand for licensing and overall business purposes. In return, Beckham has become a major shareholder in ABG. The deal signifies the … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: David Beckham Joins New Team In Deal With Authentic Brands
Master Chef In Tea-licious Deal With Akbar Brothers
The world's largest cooking show competition has partnered with one of the planet's largest tea producers for a delicious collection of branded tea blends. The deal between brand owner Banijay Brands and Akbar Brothers of Sri Lanka will see the creation of the MasterChef: The Champions Collection. The partnership will see Akbar Brothers create a unique collection of teas "with … [Read more...] about Master Chef In Tea-licious Deal With Akbar Brothers
OOOHH YEAH!!! Kraft Heinz Adds 25 CP Licensees
Kraft Heinz and its licensing agency Brand Central has massively expanded its brands with more than two dozen new licensees. Brokered by Brand Central, the deals involve a wide range of branded consumer products for top Kraft Heinz lines like Kool-Aid, Heinz, Jell-O, Jet Puffed, Oscar Mayer, and more. “Together with Brand Central, we are growing a collection of strategic … [Read more...] about OOOHH YEAH!!! Kraft Heinz Adds 25 CP Licensees
Book Licensing: Little Prince Expands Licensing Program
The classic children's novel The Little Prince and LMI have partnered to expand its licensing program to the UK and Eire. The novel is also being turned into a new pre-school children's series with 52 episodes now in development. The agreement was inked between LMI and POMASE, which owns the rights to the book and its characters. “We are delighted to be working with POMASE on … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Little Prince Expands Licensing Program
Licensing Sustainability Award Winner To Be Announced March 3rd
The winner of the second Licensing Sustainability Award will be named at the upcoming SPLiCE New Year Solutions conference in Los Angeles on March 3. The LSA is an award honoring programs within the licensing industry that either reduce pollution and waste, protect the environment, and/or reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The LSA is a joint project by SPLiCE and The Licensing … [Read more...] about Licensing Sustainability Award Winner To Be Announced March 3rd
Sports Licensing: Streaming TV Wins Gold At The Olympics
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Streaming services have emerged as the clear winner in the Olympic competition for viewers. With figures out in both the US and Canada, networks covering the 2022 Winter Olympics reported shrinking numbers for viewers on cable, but growth for their streaming services. It's a trend that advertising and licensing industries are having to … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Streaming TV Wins Gold At The Olympics
Trademark Licensing: Licensed Scooter Puts a Bugatti In Your Garage For Less
The luxury sports car marque Bugatti has partnered with design company Bytech to launch a high-quality, revolutionary electric scooter. The state-of-the-art model was created through a deal brokered by IMG, and first appeared as a prototype unveiled at the CES 2022 expo in Las Vegas. “This collaboration between Bugatti and Bytech further establishes Bugatti as an iconic 360° … [Read more...] about Trademark Licensing: Licensed Scooter Puts a Bugatti In Your Garage For Less
Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
The premium children’s clothing brand Hanna Andersson has launched an exclusive capsule collection based on the bestselling Miffy books. Inspired by the globally-recognized, classic character Miffy, and available in bright, multi-color patterns and prints, designers say the collection celebrates childhood adventures, employing iconic Hanna Andersson silhouettes and animated … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson