TLL Featured Story The Jel Sert Company, renowned for its iconic and top-selling brands, including Wyler's Light, Fla-Vor-Ice, Otter Pops, and Pure Kick, is strategically shifting its focus by expanding its business model into an outbound licensing program. Consumers have been seeking new and innovative products from these iconic brands and Jel Sert is now seeking to partner … [Read more...] about Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign
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Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just signed a new, multi-dimensional licensing agreement that will see its artists return to the TikTok platform. UMG says the new deal will deliver "significant industry-leading benefits for UMG’s global family of artists, songwriters and labels and will return their music to TikTok’s billion-plus global … [Read more...] about Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
Brentwood Licensing to Rep French Toast School-wear
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brentwood Licensing has entered a representation partnership with the French Toast school uniform brand to extend its offerings into additional product categories. Founded in 1985, French Toast is an apparel brand that specializes in providing children, parents and educational institutions with high-quality and affordable school-wear products. … [Read more...] about Brentwood Licensing to Rep French Toast School-wear
Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies
TLL Staff Squishmallows are about to get a whole lot sweeter thanks to a partnership between Jazwares and See's Candies. Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, and the California-based candy company See’s Candies, are releasing a gift set that includes co-branded plush, chocolate boxes and totes inspired by the top-selling plush brand … [Read more...] about Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies
Crocs Offers the Pringles Snack Shoe You Never Knew You Needed
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Pringles and Crocs are launching a global licensing collaboration that includes limited-edition Pringles-inspired Crocs footwear, Jibbitz charms and a new Pringles flavor. "Pringles' first footwear collaboration delivers on what both of our brands do best, bringing ingenuity to fashion and flavor," said Pringles marketing … [Read more...] about Crocs Offers the Pringles Snack Shoe You Never Knew You Needed
Perry Ellis Launches First Licensed Collection with Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Perry Ellis International has launched its first collection with Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to kick off their new multi-year licensing partnership. "This partnership with Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins marks an exciting new chapter for Perry Ellis," said Perry Ellis International CEO, Oscar … [Read more...] about Perry Ellis Launches First Licensed Collection with Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
Bob Bakish Stepping Down, Trio of Execs to Share CEO Role Photo: George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins will collectively replace Bakish in a new "Office of the CEO." Photo credit: Paramount Global. By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Paramount Global is making major changes, as long-time CEO Bob Bakish is stepping down, to be replaced by a three-person Office … [Read more...] about Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
Who’s News: Former Head of MGM Consumer Products Launches Licensing Consultancy
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's a new player in the brand and licensing game, headed by Robert Marick, former head of MGM Consumer Products. Marick has announced the formation of M²G, aka Marick Management Group, which will "focus on delivering outside-the-box product expansion strategies for global brands looking to scale their IP in unique and creative … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Head of MGM Consumer Products Launches Licensing Consultancy
Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief IHOP is about a lot more than just pancakes these days, as the chain has expanded its collaboration with Virtual Dining Concepts. Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) is the creator of virtual restaurant brands that expand the revenue of independent kitchens. The concept is sometimes know colloquially as 'ghost kitchens', but essentially … [Read more...] about Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership
Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Marvel Studios and pioneering eyewear company Gunnar Optiks have just introduced officially-licensed Guardians of the Galaxy Groot Edition blue light blocking glasses. Gunnar says the Marvel Comic’s Groot Glasses are "perfect for unleashing your inner superhero and combating intergalactic threats, like the harmful effects of visible … [Read more...] about Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses