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CPL: The Leader and Pioneer in Latin American Licensing

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Forty-five years ago, when Luis Salazar founded Compañía Panamericana de Licencias (CPL), the licensing industry in Latin America barely existed. In fact, Salazar says for the big brands from North America, Europe and Japan, licensing in Latin America was an afterthought, and barely registered at the corporate head office. “It has … [Read more...] about CPL: The Leader and Pioneer in Latin American Licensing

Sour Punch and FunPops Launch Icy Licensing Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Alamance Foods and American Licorice Company have launched a partnership to develop FunPops treats with licensed flavors from Sour Punch candy. Scheduled to debut this summer, the first products offered in the co-branded FunPops line will feature Sour Punch flavors like Tropical Citrus Surf, Kiwi Lagoon and Peachy Paradise. The licensed … [Read more...] about Sour Punch and FunPops Launch Icy Licensing Collaboration

Beanstalk Appointed to Bring Cinnabon to the UK

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beanstalk has partnered with Cinnabon to expand the baked goods brand into new food categories within the UK. Founded in 1985, Cinnabon is a bakery company that serves fresh cinnamon rolls, baked goods and specialty drinks. Owned by GoTo Foods, the brand is currently available across more than 2,000 Cinnabon locations and retail stores … [Read more...] about Beanstalk Appointed to Bring Cinnabon to the UK

Who’s News: Bulldog Appoints Laury Howat as Retail Licensing Manager

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has appointed Laury Howat to serve as the agency's new retail licensing manager. With over 15 years of experience in the licensing industry, Howat will utilize her extensive background working with soft lines, retail and entertainment properties to help Bulldog manage its growing portfolio of clients. In her new … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bulldog Appoints Laury Howat as Retail Licensing Manager

White Castle and Heelys Team Up for Fun Footwear

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter White Castle is partnering with Heelys to introduce a licensed collection of Heelys stealth skating footwear. Available exclusively on the Heelys website, the collection offers two shoe offerings that blend visuals from White Castle's menu and color scheme with the signature style of Heelys stealth skate footwear. The first version … [Read more...] about White Castle and Heelys Team Up for Fun Footwear

Loteria Don Clemente Gets Glam with Beauty Creations Cosmetics

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beauty Creations Cosmetics and Loteria Don Clemente have partnered for a licensed cosmetics collaboration inspired by the Loteria game. The co-branded collection includes a makeup bag, a lip duo, La Sandía setting mist, a shadow and face palette, a full collection set and a custom Beauty Creations Loteria game. Offered in a glam … [Read more...] about Loteria Don Clemente Gets Glam with Beauty Creations Cosmetics

Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It’ll be almost impossible to visit Licensing Expo this year without seeing a LOT of the hit show Zoonicorn. Fresh off the brand’s recent global licensing deal with DIY plush company Teddy Mountain, Zoonicorn is making a big splash at the Expo, and by big, we mean 16-feet-tall! A gigantic inflatable version of the Zoonicorn … [Read more...] about Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo

Amtrak and Crayola Launch Experiential Licensing Partnership

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Amtrak and Crayola have launched a licensing partnership that offers promotional discounts and experiences inspired by train travel and creative exploration. Through the partnership, the brands are running exclusive offers and colorful locomotive designs to encourage families to engage in Amtrak travel and Crayola Experience … [Read more...] about Amtrak and Crayola Launch Experiential Licensing Partnership

Expo: Revolutionizing Brand Management with JPatton and Direct Licensing Hub

TLL FEATURE In today’s ever-evolving licensing landscape, the need for a strategic approach to product and channel segmentation, along with the need for increased speed to market, can often create chaos for brands and agencies that lack the proper tools to effectively manage their licensing ecosystem. Brand and licensing managers are constantly seeking new ways to … [Read more...] about Expo: Revolutionizing Brand Management with JPatton and Direct Licensing Hub