Leading premium chocolatier Godiva is expanding its licensing portfolio in the U.S. and Canada markets with the launch of four new licensing partnerships in 2022. Godiva Chocolatier is a venerable brand that was founded in Brussels in 1926 by Belgian chocolatier Pierre Draps. Today the legendary chocolatier is privately held by Yildiz Holding, and is committed to … [Read more...] about Godiva Expands Licensing With Four New Sweet Deals
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Home Goods Licensing: Samsung and Tetris A Perfect Fit
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Samsung has teamed up with The Tetris Company to launch limited-edition food storage containers in the iconic Tetris shapes to help reduce food waste. These new products are called Samsung Stackers and are inspired by the world-famous puzzle game Tetris, which has remained popular since its creation in 1984. The first-of-its-kind storage … [Read more...] about Home Goods Licensing: Samsung and Tetris A Perfect Fit
Literary Licensing: Dr. Seuss Expands Licensing Portfolio to Canada
In the Dr. Seuss book Oh, The Places You'll Go, you can now add Canada to the list. Dr. Seuss Enterprises is expanding its licensing program to Canada, with new products rolling out through Christmas and the New Year. The new licensing deals cover decor, fashion, toys, food and beverages, and more. These newly brokered deals for the Canadian market include a number of Dr. … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Dr. Seuss Expands Licensing Portfolio to Canada
Beverage Licensing: Diageo Partners With Insight Editions on Guinness Cookbook
Guinness, one of the world’s most iconic and beloved brewers, has partnered with established publisher, Insight Editions, to bring the taste of Guinness to consumers' kitchen with The Official Guinness Cookbook. The cookbook, created through a deal brokered by Diageo’s global brand extension licensing agency, Beanstalk, is now available online on Amazon.com. Guinness is … [Read more...] about Beverage Licensing: Diageo Partners With Insight Editions on Guinness Cookbook
Beverage Licensing: Sazerac Company Invades Europe with Brandgenuity
Licensing agency to Build Licensing Programs for Fireball and Southern Comfort in the UK and Europe Brandgenuity says spirits company Sazerac has extended the agency’s scope to include the United Kingdom and Europe. The agency will build licensing programs for priority brands including Fireball Whisky and Southern Comfort. Sazerac is an American family-owned company with a … [Read more...] about Beverage Licensing: Sazerac Company Invades Europe with Brandgenuity
Celebrity Licensing: Starbucks and Taylor Swift Collab on ‘Taylor’s Latte’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Starbucks scored a big win on a celebrity licensing deal over the weekend, as 'Swifties' flocked to the world's most popular barista chain for a Taylor Swift-themed Grande Caramel Nonfat Latte. As some described it, the 'Taylor's latte" featured the taste of caramel, a crisp autumn day, and a 'bad breakup in 2012', a reference to the song … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Starbucks and Taylor Swift Collab on ‘Taylor’s Latte’
Food Licensing: Ocean Spray Partners With Highlights On Educational Magazines
The farm co-op Ocean Spray, best known for cranberries, is partnering with Highlights for Children to educate America’s students on the heritage of the cranberry superfruit. Together, the brands will be offering teachers and parents free, downloadable Highlights-created mini magazines launching November 2021, and April 2022, that bring Highlights’ ‘Fun with a Purpose’ to Ocean … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Ocean Spray Partners With Highlights On Educational Magazines
Bailey’s Partners With Lir For Line of Christmas Treats
Bailey's, one of the world's largest liqueur brands, has partnered with master chocolatiers Lir to deliver a delicious line of festive chocolate treats sure to excite Baileys fans across Ireland and the UK this holiday season. Bailey's launched in Ireland in 1974. It is now available in 180 markets worldwide and is the number one selling liqueur in the world. Owned by Diageo … [Read more...] about Bailey’s Partners With Lir For Line of Christmas Treats
Masterchef Jr. Partners With Abacus On Virtual Reality Cooking Kit
It seems it's all about the Metaverse and Virtual Reality this year, and now Masterchef is joining the trend through a partnership with virtual reality leader Abacus Brands. Abacus Brands, a leader in educational virtual reality toys, is partnering with Masterchef Junior on a virtual reality cooking kit. The STEM focused kit features a unique interactive cooking experience … [Read more...] about Masterchef Jr. Partners With Abacus On Virtual Reality Cooking Kit
Book Licensing: The Snowman Prefers Biscuits To Carrots
Penguin Ventures has partnered with Fox’s Biscuits to launch The Snowman Biscuit Selection tin in time for Christmas this year. The Snowman Biscuit Selection tin brings together two British brands that are synonymous with the festive season: Fox’s and The Snowman, Raymond Briggs’ timeless picture book and a much-loved animated film. “We’re delighted to have Fox’s on board as … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: The Snowman Prefers Biscuits To Carrots