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How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Anyone in the world of food licensing should know Broad Street Licensing Group. They are, after all, one of the top 20 licensing agencies in the world, and in the top two in the area of food and beverage licensing. Last year, for example, Broad Street put together licensing deals that generated well over a billion dollars in retail … [Read more...] about How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency

Jazwares and Puma Launch Squishmallows Apparel and Footwear

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares has entered a licensing partnership with the PUMA brand for a Squishmallows-themed apparel and footwear collection. Founded in 1948, PUMA is a global sports lifestyle brand that specializes in designing, developing, distributing and marketing sports-inspired streetwear and performance products. The PUMA Group currently … [Read more...] about Jazwares and Puma Launch Squishmallows Apparel and Footwear

Who’s News: Seeker Music Appoints Dan Stuart as General Counsel

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Seeker Music has appointed music and talent industry professional Dan Stuart to the position of general counsel. “I’ve known Dan for almost 20 years and what I’ve known about Dan since the day I met him is how smart, dedicated, passionate, authentic, and well-respected he is," said Seeker Music CEO, Evan Bogart. "He is one of the best in … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Seeker Music Appoints Dan Stuart as General Counsel

Brand Central Stirring Up Success in Food and Beverage Licensing

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief (Photo at Right: Lexi DeForest and Ross Misher smile for the camera at Licensing Expo with Alma from Alma's Way and the Tapatio Guy) Already one of the world’s 10 largest licensing agencies, Brand Central is best known as a leader in food and beverage licensing but has expanded into many new services including: manufacturing, … [Read more...] about Brand Central Stirring Up Success in Food and Beverage Licensing

Spin Master Wins Global Toy Rights to New Dora the Explorer Series

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has secured the global toy licensing rights for the upcoming Paramount+ original series, Dora. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, Dora is a new preschool series that is based on the original Dora the Explorer entertainment franchise. The upcoming CG-animated preschool series will feature established characters and … [Read more...] about Spin Master Wins Global Toy Rights to New Dora the Explorer Series

Who’s News: Barbie Producer Robbie Brenner Appointed President of Mattel Films

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mattel shocked exactly no one in announcing the promotion of Barbie producer Robbie Brenner as president of Mattel Films. Brenner has stacked up an impressive resume since joining Mattel Films five years as an executive producer, but with her having produced the blockbuster Barbie, there was little doubt Brenner was heading for the C-Suite … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Barbie Producer Robbie Brenner Appointed President of Mattel Films

Earthbound Brokers Skippy Deal for Girl Scouts as Program Sees Continued Growth

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Hormel Foods have created a new line of peanut butter flavored snacks based on Girl Scout cookies. The makers of Skippy peanut butter have created three new variations of its P.B. Bites, all featuring flavors inspired by the Girl Scout Cookies. The deal was brokered by Earthbound Brands, the licensing agency for Girl Scouts of the … [Read more...] about Earthbound Brokers Skippy Deal for Girl Scouts as Program Sees Continued Growth

JPatton: The Company That Fiercely Protects Your Brand

Leader in Brand Protection Showing Off New Licensing Management System at BLE By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In the world of licensing, nothing is more important than protecting your brand. But according to Franco Diaz (at right in above photo, with VP Pete Reyes) of the brand protection technology manufacturer JPatton, many brand owners don’t invest in brand … [Read more...] about JPatton: The Company That Fiercely Protects Your Brand

Lululemon and Peloton Go From Fitness Foes to Fitness Friends

Parties Agree to 'Stay in Their Lane' in Five-Year Strategic Agreement By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The fitness war is over, as lululemon and Peloton have signed a strategic global partnership in which both parties agree to stick to what they know best. The two fitness companies were formerly embroiled in legal action, with lululemon accusing Peloton of copying their … [Read more...] about Lululemon and Peloton Go From Fitness Foes to Fitness Friends

United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global talent agency UTA is bringing a roster of new children's IP to the North American International Toy Fair. United Talent Agency's slate of new children's entertainment properties includes Gracie’s Corner, Bedtime Defenderz, Danny Go! And Norris Nuts. UTA's involvement bodes well for the licensing opportunities surrounding … [Read more...] about United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York