By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Target and Kate Spade New York have announced an expansive limited-edition collection that includes over 300 licensed products. Officially launching on April 12, the Kate Spade New York collection offers a wide selection of affordable items across multiple product categories. These categories include apparel, fashion accessories, home … [Read more...] about Kate Spade New York and Target Develop Lifestyle Collection
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Waterloo Sparkling Water and Guy Fieri Launch Fruity Beverage Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Waterloo Sparkling Water and Guy Fieri's Flavortown have launched a licensing partnership to introduce three limited-edition beverages. Crafted by Waterloo, the licensed beverages are made with Non-GMO Project Verified natural flavors and purified carbonated water. As with all of the company's sparkling drink varieties, the Guy Fieri … [Read more...] about Waterloo Sparkling Water and Guy Fieri Launch Fruity Beverage Collection
The RHS and Sophie Allport Announce Chelsea Flower Show Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The RHS is launching a new licensed collection with Sophie Allport for the upcoming 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show event. The 2025 Sophie Allport x RHS collection will offer a range of exclusive memorabilia that celebrates the Chelsea Flower Show and the brands' ongoing licensing partnership. This year’s product range has expanded to include … [Read more...] about The RHS and Sophie Allport Announce Chelsea Flower Show Collection
MoMA Appoints IMG to Expand Global Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IMG Licensing has secured a multi-year agreement to serve as the exclusive global representative for the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Through the collaborative partnership, IMG Licensing will work alongside the MoMA Design Store to further grow its licensing program around the world. "Through the excellence of its collections and … [Read more...] about MoMA Appoints IMG to Expand Global Licensing Program
How Canadian Hockey Jerseys Illustrate the Licensing Industry’s Tariff Dilemma
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The tribulations faced by a Canadian sports licensee is providing a Maple Leaf-inspired view of how America's new trade tariffs could impact licensing. SP Apparel Inc. is an apparel company in Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, that has been producing the official jerseys of the National Hockey League for decades. In fact, every authentic NHL … [Read more...] about How Canadian Hockey Jerseys Illustrate the Licensing Industry’s Tariff Dilemma
J.M. Smucker Fetches Playful Partnership with Pets + People
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter J.M. Smucker Co. and Pets + People have partnered to develop licensed pet toys for several well-known brands from J.M. Smucker's portfolio. The brands included in the licensing agreement are Milk-Bone, Jif and Meow Mix. "We are excited to marry the innovative approach Pets + People brings to the pet toy category with our iconic … [Read more...] about J.M. Smucker Fetches Playful Partnership with Pets + People
Toy Foundation Grants $405,000 to Bring Power of Play to Pediatric Patients
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief For many children facing hospital stays, playtime often takes a backseat to medical treatments, but thanks to a generous initiative from The Toy Foundation, play is making a comeback in pediatric care. The philanthropic arm of The Toy Association has awarded $405,000 to 23 children’s hospitals and health systems across the U.S., funding … [Read more...] about Toy Foundation Grants $405,000 to Bring Power of Play to Pediatric Patients
Taiwan Expands Global Licensing Presence at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The country of Taiwan is actively working to increase its role in the global licensing industry, including its first-ever showing at the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids (BLTF/K). As the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) continues to evolve into a cross-sector rights hub, Taiwan is leveraging the event to introduce its own various … [Read more...] about Taiwan Expands Global Licensing Presence at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
McIlhenny and Marzetti Bring the Heat with Spicy Tabasco Ranch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter McIlhenny Co. and T. Marzetti have teamed up for a collaborative Marzetti ranch dressing that is seasoned with Tabasco Brand hot sauce. The licensing agreement with T. Marzetti was facilitated by IMG Licensing on behalf of the McIlhenny Company's Tabasco Brand. The collaborative partnership is designed to bring the flavor of Tabasco's … [Read more...] about McIlhenny and Marzetti Bring the Heat with Spicy Tabasco Ranch
Who’s News: VIZ Media Announces Major Leadership Transition
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter VIZ Media has shifted Ken Sasaki to the role of chairman and executive advisor and Brad Woods to the role of president and CEO. Previously serving as the company's CEO, Sasaki led VIZ Media's expansion from a specialty publisher into one of the largest distributors of Japanese pop culture content in the West. Under his leadership, VIZ … [Read more...] about Who’s News: VIZ Media Announces Major Leadership Transition