By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMG Licensing has signed a multi-year extension with Ubisoft that expands its existing role as the company’s exclusive global licensing representative. Under the renewed agreement, the agency will continue to build Ubisoft's licensing program across its portfolio of well-known gaming IP such as Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six Siege, Far Cry, … [Read more...] about Ubisoft Renews Representation Agreement with IMG Licensing
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Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dynamite Entertainment and the Walt Disney Company are launching a new licensed comic book series for the Stitch franchise. Written by Connor Ratliff and James III, the plot of the upcoming Stitch comic follows Dr. Jumba Jookiba as he tries to collect the Villain Points needed to retain his membership benefits with the Evil Genius … [Read more...] about Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
Ono Hawaiian BBQ Brings Lilo & Stitch Collectibles to Lunch Menu
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ono Hawaiian BBQ has partnered with the Walt Disney Company to release collectible meal bags featuring art inspired by Lilo & Stitch. Launched on May 14, the collaboration offers one of three licensed Stitch lunch bags with each purchase of Ono's Keiki or Ohana meal options. The restaurant's Keiki kids meals include a choice of … [Read more...] about Ono Hawaiian BBQ Brings Lilo & Stitch Collectibles to Lunch Menu
VW and Beanstalk Shift into High Gear with Video Game Deal
TLL Staff Buckle up, gamers: Volkswagen is steering into the fast lane of interactive entertainment with the help of Beanstalk, a leading brand licensing agency. The global agency has been named the automaker’s exclusive global licensing partner for video games. The collaboration intends to supercharge Volkswagen’s digital presence by expanding its lineup of new and classic … [Read more...] about VW and Beanstalk Shift into High Gear with Video Game Deal
Pope Leo Trading Card From Topps Smashes Sales Record
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief First Cardinal Robert Prevost defied the odds to become the first American Pope; now Pope Leo XIV has smashed the sales record for trading cards, beating out basketball star LeBron James. According to Topps, the first US-born pope’s run of trading cards set an all-time record for any non-sports card under the brand. Pope Leo’s set of Topps … [Read more...] about Pope Leo Trading Card From Topps Smashes Sales Record
Who’s News: Bulldog Appoints Laury Howat as Retail Licensing Manager
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has appointed Laury Howat to serve as the agency's new retail licensing manager. With over 15 years of experience in the licensing industry, Howat will utilize her extensive background working with soft lines, retail and entertainment properties to help Bulldog manage its growing portfolio of clients. In her new … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bulldog Appoints Laury Howat as Retail Licensing Manager
Loteria Don Clemente Gets Glam with Beauty Creations Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beauty Creations Cosmetics and Loteria Don Clemente have partnered for a licensed cosmetics collaboration inspired by the Loteria game. The co-branded collection includes a makeup bag, a lip duo, La Sandía setting mist, a shadow and face palette, a full collection set and a custom Beauty Creations Loteria game. Offered in a glam … [Read more...] about Loteria Don Clemente Gets Glam with Beauty Creations Cosmetics
Jewel Branding & Licensing Signs Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jewel Branding & Licensing has been appointed as the official licensing representative for the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Marking the Museum’s first major venture into licensing, Jewel will work to secure partnerships with licensees that align with O’Keeffe's distinct artistic style. “We are thrilled to welcome the Georgia … [Read more...] about Jewel Branding & Licensing Signs Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
International Delight Rolls Out Cinnabon Iced Coffee
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter International Delight has launched a partnership with Cinnabon for a licensed iced coffee flavor and sweepstakes promotion. Developed as the newest addition to International Delight's iced coffee collection, the beverage is sold as a 16 oz ready-to-drink can that is flavored to taste like Cinnabon's classic cinnamon buns with cream … [Read more...] about International Delight Rolls Out Cinnabon Iced Coffee
Analysis: Trump Tariffs on Film a Disaster Movie Plot for Hollywood and Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a move straight out of a blockbuster political drama, former President Donald Trump has imposed a 100% tariff on foreign-made films. The president issued notice on a full-scale trade offensive to save what he called the “dying” American movie industry. The bare bones announcement has raised concerns not just among foreign film … [Read more...] about Analysis: Trump Tariffs on Film a Disaster Movie Plot for Hollywood and Licensing