By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Art of Drag has named The Point.1888 as its UK-based brand licensing representative ahead of this year's BLE event. As a licensing representative for The Art of Drag, The Point.1888 has been selected to develop a retail-focused brand extension program for the property, as well as provide strategic consultation services to The Art of Drag … [Read more...] about The Point.1888 Named Licensing Agency for The Art of Drag
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Redan Publishing Signs Up With David Walliams for a ‘Bag O’ Fun’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Point.1888 and HarperCollins Children’s Books have just signed Redan Publishing to publish the Official World of David Walliams Magazine. The first ever The World of David Walliams Bag O’ Fun magazine hit news stands this summer on Aug. 13. “We are truly delighted to bring to market this unique magazine that brings together an … [Read more...] about Redan Publishing Signs Up With David Walliams for a ‘Bag O’ Fun’
Skinnydip London Brings Totally Spies! Merch to the UK
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has secured a partnership between Banijay Kids & Family and Skinnydip London for licensed product collections inspired by the Totally Spies! series. The new partnership gives Skinnydip London the licensing rights to manufacture and distribute Totally Spies! products across multiple categories such as phone accessories, … [Read more...] about Skinnydip London Brings Totally Spies! Merch to the UK
Who’s News: Beanstalk Appoints Ian Joynson as its UK Managing Director
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beanstalk has appointed long-standing employee, Ian Joynson, as the new managing director of the agency's UK office. In his new role at the company, Joynson will be responsible for managing Beanstalk's UK-based client accounts as well as overseeing the agency's operations across the EMEA territories. Joynson will also work alongside … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Beanstalk Appoints Ian Joynson as its UK Managing Director
BBC Studios Restructures Its Growing Licensing Business
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief BBC Studios is restructuring its consumer products and licensing business to deal with the rapid growth in that division.The studio has seen massive growth in its licensing business, thanks partly to the global success of the animated series Bluey, and other hits like the seemingly immortal Doctor Who.As a result, BBC Studios has announced a … [Read more...] about BBC Studios Restructures Its Growing Licensing Business
Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment has launched three global partnerships for Care Bears plush toys with the Simba Dickie Group, Dan Dee International and Grupo Ruz. The new licensing partners are set to bring a wide range of Care Bears-inspired plush and toy products to customers across the European Union, North America and Mexico. "We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
Hunter Price Named Product Partner For L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hunter Price has been selected as the consumer product partner for the licensed L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola collaboration in the UK and European regions. The L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola collaboration will include an extensive collection of products across a wide range of retail categories such as playsets, accessories, bags, games, … [Read more...] about Hunter Price Named Product Partner For L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola Collaboration
Bulldog Secures New Sesame Street Licensing Deals in the UK
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has secured two new UK-based licensing deals for Sesame Street with Heathside Trading and OddBalls. Heathside Trading is a collectibles and gifting company that produces a wide variety of licensed products such as branded toys, games, collectibles, drinkware, accessories and novelty items. In an agreement brokered on behalf of … [Read more...] about Bulldog Secures New Sesame Street Licensing Deals in the UK
LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The LEGO Group is putting the building blocks in place to achieve net zero carbon emissions, by enforcing new rules for its suppliers. To meet that goal, LEGO launched a new Supplier Sustainability Program to drive down carbon emission in its global supply chain. The program recognizes the critical role that suppliers can play in helping … [Read more...] about LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
Art of Drag Enters Licensing Collaboration With Vampyre Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Art of Drag has entered a licensing partnership with Vampyre Cosmetics for the launch of a themed makeup collection. Vampyre Cosmetics is a women-owned, disabled-owned and LGBTQ-owned business whose high-quality cosmetic products are vegan, cruelty-free and talc-free. “We are thrilled to be bringing our skill and love of brilliant, … [Read more...] about Art of Drag Enters Licensing Collaboration With Vampyre Cosmetics