By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bravado, the merchandising and brand management division of Universal Music Group, has unveiled a new leadership structure for strategic growth. Bravado says the new leadership structure "aims to super serve Bravado’s roster of artists and brands and to continue to support the ever-growing company." Changes at Bravado will also … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
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Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Rugged Shark and Discovery's Shark Week are teaming up for the second year in a row, as themed unisex clogs hit the shelves this week in Walmart stores across the US. Rugged Shark is a leading outdoor lifestyle brand, and their licensed Shark Week clogs were a big hit last year, prompting Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products … [Read more...] about Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
Authentic Brands Signs Key eCommerce Deal With Cart.com
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Retail giant Authentic Brands Group has just signed a major strategic agreement with Cart.com for marketing and ecommerce services. Cart.com is a leading provider of unified commerce and logistics solutions, which enable merchants to sell and fulfill wherever their customers are. Through the partnership, Cart.com will provide … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Signs Key eCommerce Deal With Cart.com
Feature: Time for Licensing To Hit a Home Run With Baseball Legend Josh Gibson
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Major League Baseball is now including the player stats from the Negro Leagues, meaning players like the legendary Josh Gibson will finally be recognized for their incredible skill and accomplishments. And now the MLB has recognized the players of the Negro Leagues, it's certainly time for the licensing industry to do the same, both … [Read more...] about Feature: Time for Licensing To Hit a Home Run With Baseball Legend Josh Gibson
John Soules and Mike’s Hot Honey Bringing Some Sweet Heat
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter John Soules Foods has partnered with the nation’s #1 hot honey brand, Mike’s Hot Honey®, to create its new Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Bites. John Soules Foods is a leading national producer of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products and is the #1 producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the U.S. Mike's Hot Honey is … [Read more...] about John Soules and Mike’s Hot Honey Bringing Some Sweet Heat
Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The famous but controversial talent manager Scooter Braun has officially announced he is leaving the business. The announcement of a "retirement" may be overstating the case, however, as Braun is continuing to work as the CEO at HYBE America, a company to which he sold his own Ithaca Holdings in 2021. Braun issued a statement saying he is … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management
LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's more than meets the eye with LEGO's latest creation, a replica of the Transformers character Bumblebee that easily ... well ... transforms. Released amid the franchise’s 40th anniversary year, the LEGO Icons Transformers Bumblebee set maintains the same scale as the LEGO TRANSFORMERS Optimus Prime set, originally revealed in … [Read more...] about LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz
Panini America x Reebok Release Emmitt Smith Sneaker & Sports Card Collection
The collectiles and card company Panini America has announced its second collaboration with Reebok to represent football star Emmitt Smith. The collection includes footwear, apparel and trading cards and came out June 14. Commemorating the release, each Panini x Reebok ES22 Color Blast pair of shoes purchased will come with a limited-edition Panini x Reebok Prizm Emmitt Smith … [Read more...] about Panini America x Reebok Release Emmitt Smith Sneaker & Sports Card Collection
Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and American Dream will hold the grand opening in New Jersey of a new concept in fun, called THE GAMEROOM, set for June 26. THE GAMEROOM is a 41,500 square foot entertainment centre that is fully dedicated to the toy and game culture embodied by Hasbro. It features arcade games, attractions, retail outlets and full-service … [Read more...] about Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
Cross Colours Names Licensing Haus as Exclusive Agency
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The trailblazing street fashion brand Cross Colours has signed Licensing Haus as its exclusive licensing agent. Cross Colours is a clothing brand launched in 1989 by Carl Jones, based on the idea of producing "clothes without prejudices." Cross Colours notably helped establish a fashion market based around black youth, and the clothing was … [Read more...] about Cross Colours Names Licensing Haus as Exclusive Agency