TLL Staff People of Play (POP), a division of The Toy Association, has named Shannon Swindle as its new Director. POP says Swindle brings deep experience and a passion for the toy and game industry to the role. Previously, Swindle served as Inventor Relations Manager for Games at Moose Toys. There, she successfully licensed 18 games over the past two years, including … [Read more...] about Who’s News: People of Play Welcomes Shannon Swindle as New Director
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HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 'How to get to Sesame Street' is now an open question, as Max and HBO say they won't renew their deal for new episodes of the legendary kid's show. Sesame Street, now in its 55th season, has been on the air long enough that the kids who watched the original episodes are now tuning in with their grandchildren. The series was a trail-blazer … [Read more...] about HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal
NFL Extends Nike Partnership Through 2038
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Nike has successfully negotiated a massive, 10-year expansion of its already lengthy partnership with the National Football League. The 12-year collaboration with the NFL is among the company's most important partnerships, and has also been a huge benefit to the league. The parties have now decided to eliminate any uncertainty … [Read more...] about NFL Extends Nike Partnership Through 2038
Moomin and Dearcloud Partner for Premium Beauty Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dearcloud and Moomin Characters are launching a licensed skincare and beauty collection inspired by characters from the Moomin franchise. Available as of December 12, the licensed collection features an assortment of Moomin-inspired beauty products created in South Korea by the Dearcloud brand. The products offered in the collection … [Read more...] about Moomin and Dearcloud Partner for Premium Beauty Collection
Duluth Names IMC as its Exclusive Licensing Agency
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMC Licensing has been appointed as Duluth Trading Co.'s exclusive licensing agency to secure new partnerships and collaborations. As Duluth's official representative, IMC will secure new partnerships and collaborations for the company that align with its primary demographic of working-class Americans. Building on previous … [Read more...] about Duluth Names IMC as its Exclusive Licensing Agency
“Dream Partnership:” Aardman Producing Content for Pokémon
TLL Staff The animation studio Aardman, creators of Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, and Shaun the Sheep, is bringing its stop-motion expertise to the world of Pokémon. The Pokémon Company International and Aardman announced Wednesday that content coming from their collaboration will be released sometime in 2027. What will that content consist of? Unfortunately, there are … [Read more...] about “Dream Partnership:” Aardman Producing Content for Pokémon
Goodyear and Red Toolbox Launch Pretend Play Toy Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Red Toolbox is launching a licensed pretend play toy collection in partnership with the Goodyear automotive company. The Goodyear Pretend Play Line offers a variety of realistic toys that were designed to allow kids to explore automotive repair and car mechanics through imaginative play. “Our mission at Red Toolbox has always been … [Read more...] about Goodyear and Red Toolbox Launch Pretend Play Toy Collection
SmileyWorld and Budgy Smuggler Put a Smile on Your Face … and Your Butt
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief SmileyWorld, the brand that puts a smile on your face, is working with Budgy Smuggler to put a Smiley on your butt, and possibly your budgy. Budgy Smuggler is the swimwear company from Australia that was inspired by too much beer at a backyard party, and has become a top global brand. The company is known for its irreverent and … [Read more...] about SmileyWorld and Budgy Smuggler Put a Smile on Your Face … and Your Butt
Authentic and Orbico Partner to Expand Champion Across EMEA
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Authentic Brands Group and Orbico Group have signed a long-term collaborative partnership to expand the Champion lifestyle brand across EMEA. The announcement of this new long-term partnership follows Authentic's recent acquisition of the Champion athletic-wear brand. The acquisition agreement went into effect on September 30, … [Read more...] about Authentic and Orbico Partner to Expand Champion Across EMEA
Minecraft and Norco Launch Flavored Milk Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Norco Co-operative has signed a licensing partnership with Minecraft to launch a video game-inspired flavored milk collection. Marking Minecraft's first licensed product in the Australian food & beverage market, the new range includes four distinct flavors of lactose-free and no sugar added milk. “Norco shares with Minecraft a … [Read more...] about Minecraft and Norco Launch Flavored Milk Collection