By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Talk about enhancing your "island lifestyle!" The island lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama will be releasing a new line of innovative SUP-kayak boards and accessories in July. The new boards are built by Isle Surf & SUP, and combine an advanced Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) that transforms into a one or two person, sit-on-top kayak. The … [Read more...] about Tommy Bahama Partners With Isle For High-End Paddleboards
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Moomin Celebrates 80 Years With New Licensing Partners
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Point.1888 has secured four new licensees for the 80th anniversary of the Moomin characters brand. The partners will join a large portfolio of licensees that covers a wide range of categories. The Point.1888 says it's thrilled to have recently added Blade & Rose (Infant Apparel), Licensed to Charm (Jewellery), Practical … [Read more...] about Moomin Celebrates 80 Years With New Licensing Partners
TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Long-term partners Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays have updated their existing consumer products agreement with an exclusive, perpetual extension for TGI Fridays frozen appetizers. The new, indefinite term licensing agreement replaces the limited duration arrangement that Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays previously signed in 2015. The license … [Read more...] about TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz
Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign
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
Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Appoints New SVP of Creative Development
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has named Kristofer Updike as its new senior vice president of creative development and production. HPC is a multi-platform entertainment company that was co-founded by children’s book author Mo Willems, Stampede Ventures and RedBird Capital Partners in 2023. The company was formed to extend Willems’ extensive … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Appoints New SVP of Creative Development
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
Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 7-Eleven and Tetris will be giving away thousands of Tetris mobile gaming devices, all shaped like the iconic Slurpee cup. The giveaway is the result of a collaboration between the two brands, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Tetris mobile game. “We know our customers are passionate gaming enthusiasts who also appreciate a … [Read more...] about Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables
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