TLL Staff WildBrain CPLG has announced a major expansion of its location-based entertainment (LBE) division, promoting Evi Sari to the newly created role of Vice President, Global Location-Based Entertainment, and appointing Danielle Tanton as Director, LBE, EMEA, Experiential Strategy & Partnerships. The move reflects the company’s growing focus on experiential licensing … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG Expands Global LBE Business with Promotions and New Hire
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ESGG Expands Squishmallows With Licensed Mobile Game
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter East Side Games Group (ESGG) has partnered with Jazwares and Zaibatsu Interactive to create a licensed mobile game inspired by Squishmallows. Through the collaborative partnership, the three companies have developed a whimsical puzzle game titled Squishmallows Match. Squishmallows Match will offer thousands of match-3 puzzle levels … [Read more...] about ESGG Expands Squishmallows With Licensed Mobile Game
Joe Fresh, Life at Home and Crayola Launch Colorful Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Joe Fresh and Loblaw's Life at Home label are partnering with Crayola for an apparel and homewares collection inspired by the brand's retired crayon colors. The limited-edition collection includes over 65 products that feature recently reintroduced Crayola colors like Dandelion Yellow, Blizzard Blue and Magic Mint. From the Joe … [Read more...] about Joe Fresh, Life at Home and Crayola Launch Colorful Collection
Kidults and Licensed Products Fuel Toy Sector Growth in Early 2025
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The U.S. toy sector showed its resilience in the first half of 2025, growing unit and dollar sales despite issues over tariffs. The growth spurt follows sales declines in 2023 and a relatively flat performance in 2024, as Circana retail sales data shows the U.S. toy industry is back to growth in 2025. In the first half of the year, dollar … [Read more...] about Kidults and Licensed Products Fuel Toy Sector Growth in Early 2025
Skybound Appoints Reemsborko to Represent Invincible in Europe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Skybound Entertainment has appointed Reemsborko as its European licensing representative for Invincible merchandise. In its new role as the franchise's licensing representative, Reemsborko will connect brands and product manufacturers with Skybound to bring new Invincible merchandise to fans across Europe. In addition, Reemsborko … [Read more...] about Skybound Appoints Reemsborko to Represent Invincible in Europe
HPC and Little Dot Studios Expand with Digital Content Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has partnered with Little Dot Studios to expand the digital presence of its children's brands on YouTube. As part of the agreement, Little Dot Studios' US-based team will provide content strategy and channel management services to optimize the existing YouTube channel for Mo Willems Workshop. “Having a … [Read more...] about HPC and Little Dot Studios Expand with Digital Content Partnership
‘Future-Fit Businesses’ Highlighted at Products of Change Conference 2025
Submitted by Products of Change by Kathryn Brand The focus for the Products of Change (POC) Conference this year is firmly on efficiency, circularity, cost-savings and the business-case for sustainable change, which is why POC is lining up a roster of speakers and organizations that will demonstrate sustainability isn’t just about responsibility—it’s about resilience and … [Read more...] about ‘Future-Fit Businesses’ Highlighted at Products of Change Conference 2025
Jazwares and SnapBrands Blend New Squishmallows Cosmetics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares has launched a partnership with SnapBrands to debut a licensed cosmetics collection based on its Squishmallows plush property. Available exclusively through Ulta Beauty, the collection includes Squishmallows-themed eyeshadow palettes, makeup brush sets, press-on nails, blush sticks, lip gloss, makeup sponge sets and cosmetic … [Read more...] about Jazwares and SnapBrands Blend New Squishmallows Cosmetics
H2O Audio and Florence Team Up for Paddleboard World Championships
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter H2O Audio and Florence have released co-branded headphones to commemorate the 2025 Moloka'i 2 O'ahu Paddleboard World Championships. The headphones combine H2O Audio's patented TRI 2 design with the Florence gear brand's utilitarian style and bright yellow color scheme. "At Florence, we build gear with purpose—for athletes who … [Read more...] about H2O Audio and Florence Team Up for Paddleboard World Championships
Converse Steps Into Licensed Bluey Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Converse, BBC Studios and Ludo Studio have announced a licensed collection of footwear, apparel and accessories for the Bluey franchise. The new Bluey collection includes a wide range of products that were co-designed and co-developed by the three companies. For licensed footwear, the collection offers several different styles for both … [Read more...] about Converse Steps Into Licensed Bluey Fashion