By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master Corp. and 6ix Academy are launching the Truly You! Character Creator licensed fashion illustration set. 6ix Academy is a Toronto-based inner-city business and arts program with a focus on social justice and activism. Students of 6ix Academy approached Spin Master with the opportunity to include more authentic representation … [Read more...] about Spin Master Launches Inclusive ‘Character Creator’ with 6ix Academy
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Licensing International Excellence Awards Honor Innovation
The winners of the 2022 Licensing International Excellence Awards were announced Thursday at Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. The awards honor innovation in the way brands use licensing to further their goals, how licensees develop products, how licensees distribute products, and how retailers spotlight licenses on their shelves. “It’s inspiring to see the quality of work … [Read more...] about Licensing International Excellence Awards Honor Innovation
Hasbro Inc Acquires the Digital RPG Toolset and Game Companion, D&D Beyond
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro, Inc. has announced the completion of its licensing acquisition of D&D Beyond from Fandom, Inc. D&D Beyond is the massively popular digital RPG toolset and game companion to the iconic fantasy franchise, Dungeons & Dragons. It features online versions of the official Dungeons & Dragons fifth edition books, as … [Read more...] about Hasbro Inc Acquires the Digital RPG Toolset and Game Companion, D&D Beyond
Available Licenses: Black Angus and Gel Blaster Partner With Evolution USA
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Evolution USA is looking for licensing partners for new clients Gel Blaster Inc. and Black Angus Steakhouse. Gel Blaster and Evolution just entered into a representation agreement where Evolution will assist in the acquisition of AAA intellectual property based on famous Hollywood studio and core video gaming brands. In what has been a … [Read more...] about Available Licenses: Black Angus and Gel Blaster Partner With Evolution USA
Dino Ranch Lassos Licensing Deal With Toy Maker Simba Dickie
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Simba Dickie Group has signed a licensed consumer products deal with Boat Rocker Studios for the popular kid's series Dino Ranch The upcoming product range will feature the Big Bloxx Junior Building Construction set, which contains a minimum of 15 pieces, including exclusive figurines and accessories. Other highlights of the licensed … [Read more...] about Dino Ranch Lassos Licensing Deal With Toy Maker Simba Dickie
Hit Series Gigantosaurus Appoints Master Toy Maker
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cyber Group Studios has hired the boutique toy company United Smile as the new worldwide master toy licensee for its CGI-animated series, Gigantosaurus. In its new position, United Smile will develop and distribute a wide range of licensed Gigantosaurus toys, beginning with a debut range set to launch worldwide in spring 2023. “We are … [Read more...] about Hit Series Gigantosaurus Appoints Master Toy Maker
Toy Licensing: LEGO and Hasbro Partner on Giant, Transforming Optimus Prime
Leading global toy companies, the LEGO Group and Hasbro, Inc. have united for the first time to bring the Transformers Autobot, Optimus Prime, to life in LEGO form. The licensed LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime set features over 1,500 detailed LEGO pieces. The set stands over 35cm in robot mode and 15cm high in the alt-mode. “It has been an honour and joy to work together with … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: LEGO and Hasbro Partner on Giant, Transforming Optimus Prime
Celebrity Licensing: Fisher-Price Gets Fierce and Fabulous With RuPaul Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Drag queen icon RuPaul has sashayed into a tiny but fierce licensing deal for miniature figurines with Fisher Price. First introduced in 2019, the Little People Collector brand is part of Fisher-Price’s expansion into the adult collector demographic. The Little People Collector brand capitalizes on the nostalgic value of the Little People … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: Fisher-Price Gets Fierce and Fabulous With RuPaul Collection
Experiential Licensing: Mattel and Kilburn Launch World of Barbie Attraction
Kilburn Lives has announced a partnership with Mattel for a new upcoming immersive attraction, the World Of Barbie. “We were asked to bring Barbie’s playset to life. Who can say no to that opportunity?” said Kilburn CEO Mark Manuel. “Barbie is as relevant today as she was when she was first introduced to the world 63 years ago, if not more. I watched my daughter live and play … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Mattel and Kilburn Launch World of Barbie Attraction
Sustainability: Mattel Sets Aggressive Goal To Reduce Plastic in Packaging
Toy giant Mattel has raised the bar on its plans for sustainable packaging, pledging to reduce plastics by 25% by 2030. Mattel also says any plastic that still being used by 2030 will be 100% recycled, recyclable, or will be less harmful bio-based plastics. “We are proud of the progress we have made in the past year toward our ESG goals and recognize that there is much more to … [Read more...] about Sustainability: Mattel Sets Aggressive Goal To Reduce Plastic in Packaging