By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The biggest ‘tailgate party’ in licensing started January 22, as the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show got underway in Las Vegas. The Tailgate Show, sometimes known as SLATS, is the world’s top trade show and conference dedicated to sports licensing. Organized by Emerald X, the show attracts all of the top leagues, including the … [Read more...] about Bigger and Better Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show for 2025
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London Studio and Sellers Publishing Announce Dreamadelic Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has launched a collaborative partnership with Sellers Publishing for licensed calendars highlighting its Kitty Cocktails and Dreamadelic brands. Brokered by Firefly Brand Management, the collaborative licensing agreement will include two calendars for 2026 that feature works from Dreamadelic and Kitty Cocktails. The … [Read more...] about London Studio and Sellers Publishing Announce Dreamadelic Partnership
Teddy Mountain Introduces Sustainable ECO Origins Plush Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Teddy Mountain has just launched a line of sustainable plush products under its new ECO Origins banner. The line is not only sustainable in terms of the materials used, but also carries important messages about local conservation and environmental sustainability. Florida-based Teddy Mountain is a massive wholesale supplier of DIY plush … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain Introduces Sustainable ECO Origins Plush Line
Beanstalk Appointed Licensing Representative for Feed
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beanstalk has been named the official licensing representative for the Feed brand across Canada and the U.S. Feed is a certified B corporation and social impact lifestyle brand that manufactures and sells utilitarian-style tote bags to support its non-profit partners. The company's line of tote bags are designed and manufactured using … [Read more...] about Beanstalk Appointed Licensing Representative for Feed
Authentic Partners with Sports Casuals for Reebok Golf Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Authentic has partnered with Sports Casuals International (SCI) to expand the Reebok brand with performance golf apparel. Through the licensing partnership, SCI will design, manufacture and distribute Reebok-branded adult performance golf apparel for men and women. SCI will be Reebok’s apparel partner, while Reebok Design Group … [Read more...] about Authentic Partners with Sports Casuals for Reebok Golf Expansion
Diversity Sells, But The Entertainment Industry Still Has a Long Way to Go
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Entertainment and Character sector drives more sales of licensed products and services than any other, so the characters you see depicted form a critical part of the licensing mix. According to recent research, however, both the entertainment and licensing industries are missing out on sales due to a lack of diversity in the mix … [Read more...] about Diversity Sells, But The Entertainment Industry Still Has a Long Way to Go
USPS and Moonbug Launch Mr. ZIP PreschoolSeries
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The United States Postal Service (USPS) has partnered with Moonbug to launch an animated preschool series based on its Mr. ZIP character IP. Premiering on YouTube Kids in February 2025, the upcoming Mail with Mr. ZIP series will follow the eponymous character and his friends from the USPS as they embark on two-minute adventures each … [Read more...] about USPS and Moonbug Launch Mr. ZIP PreschoolSeries
Tom Gates Names Larkshead Licensing as New Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief TG Entertainment Ltd. has named Larkshead Licensing as the new UK licensing agent for the beloved children’s book and TV brand, Tom Gates. The news of the appointment comes close on the heels of the announcement of a 45-date live stage tour launching in April. Larkshead Licensing, known for its representation of publishing and … [Read more...] about Tom Gates Names Larkshead Licensing as New Agency
Chicken of the Sea and McCormick Launch Flavorful Tuna Packages
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Chicken of the Sea has partnered with Old Bay and McCormick to add two new varieties to its Wild Caught Light Tuna packets. The licensed Chicken of the Sea Light Tuna packets are designed to offer new flavor options for fans of the company's existing collection of on-the-go seafood products. The new additions to the Chicken of the … [Read more...] about Chicken of the Sea and McCormick Launch Flavorful Tuna Packages
Zenni Optical Joins Forces with Monster Jam as Official Eyewear Partner
TLL Staff Zenni Optical, the world’s leading online eyewear retailer, has announced a new partnership with Monster Jam, marking its first venture into motorsports. As the Official Eyewear Partner of Monster Jam, Zenni aims to bring affordable and stylish eyewear to fans of the action-packed motorsport, which hosts over 350 live events annually. Monster Jam is renowned … [Read more...] about Zenni Optical Joins Forces with Monster Jam as Official Eyewear Partner