By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jewel Branding & Licensing has announced the hiring of three new employees to support its continued growth in licensing and creative services. Jewel is known for developing and managing strategic licensing programs at all levels of retail around the globe. The company says the expansion to JBL's employee roster will increase the company's … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Jewel Expands With Three New Management Hires
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Godiva Expands Licensing With Four New Sweet Deals
Leading premium chocolatier Godiva is expanding its licensing portfolio in the U.S. and Canada markets with the launch of four new licensing partnerships in 2022. Godiva Chocolatier is a venerable brand that was founded in Brussels in 1926 by Belgian chocolatier Pierre Draps. Today the legendary chocolatier is privately held by Yildiz Holding, and is committed to … [Read more...] about Godiva Expands Licensing With Four New Sweet Deals
Breaking News: Hasbro Taps ‘Head Wizard’ Chris Cocks as New CEO
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global play and entertainment giant Hasbro has named Chris Cocks, the President and COO of its Wizards of the Coast division, as the new CEO for the parent company. In doing so, Hasbro clearly saw the logic of choosing someone with a track record of generating revenues, as Wizards has been the fastest growing segment at Hasbro for years. Cocks … [Read more...] about Breaking News: Hasbro Taps ‘Head Wizard’ Chris Cocks as New CEO
Toy Fair Going Ahead Despite Omicron Outbreak In UK
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The British Toy and Hobby Association has confirmed that the licensing trade show, Olympia Toy Fair 2022, will be going ahead as planned. It will be taking place from Jan. 25 to 27, barring any sudden changes in government safety regulations. The Toy Fair is known as the UK’s largest game and hobby event. In 2020, the Toy Fair featured 260 … [Read more...] about Toy Fair Going Ahead Despite Omicron Outbreak In UK
Toy Licensing: Fun In Motion Toys Brings Andy Moberg On Board
Licensing veteran Andy Moberg has been hired to lead sales at award-winning company Fun In Motion Toys. Fun In Motion Toys is the creator of Shashibo and other fidget toys such as Spinballs, Mozi, and Wandini. Shashibo is a three-time Toy Of The Year Award finalist. Moberg has joined this company as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “Andy brings a great combination of … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: Fun In Motion Toys Brings Andy Moberg On Board
Brand Licensing: Flynn Collective and Clean Mama Partner Up
Flynn Collective has announced an exclusive licensing deal with the popular cleaning brand, Clean Mama. Clean Mama was founded in 2009 by Becky Rapinchuk. Since that time, the company has become an industry-leading multi-platform cleaning and organization brand. In 2015, the company launched a branded line of natural cleaning products. “It’s an exciting time in the cleaning … [Read more...] about Brand Licensing: Flynn Collective and Clean Mama Partner Up
Video Game Licensing: Ubisoft Celebrates 15 Years With Assassin’s Creed Symphony
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ubisoft and Overlook Events have created an official symphonic concert to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Assassin's Creed franchise. Ubisoft says the Assassin’s Creed Symphonic Adventure will cover the musical and narrative journey of the Assassin’s Creed games. The concert will feature video montages of the games that are synchonized … [Read more...] about Video Game Licensing: Ubisoft Celebrates 15 Years With Assassin’s Creed Symphony
Video Game Licensing: Ubisoft Celebrates 15 Years With Assassin’s Creed Symphony
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ubisoft and Overlook Events have created an official symphonic concert to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Assassin's Creed franchise. Ubisoft says the Assassin’s Creed Symphonic Adventure will cover the musical and narrative journey of the Assassin’s Creed games. The concert will feature video montages of the games that are synchonized … [Read more...] about Video Game Licensing: Ubisoft Celebrates 15 Years With Assassin’s Creed Symphony
Mattel’s American Girl Creates First Chinese-American Girl Of The Year
Mattel has responded to anti-Asian racism by creating its first ever Girl of the Year doll of Chinese descent. The Mattel-owned doll maker celebrated the New Year by unveiling Corinne Tan, a Chinese-American skier, as its 2022 Girl of the Year on Thursday. Girl of the Year dolls, which were introduced in 2001, differ from other American Girl dolls by being based on modern … [Read more...] about Mattel’s American Girl Creates First Chinese-American Girl Of The Year
Music Licensing: Warner Chappell Music Acquires David Bowie Publishing Rights
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The other shoe has dropped in Warner's months-long negotiations to acquire sole rights to the entire music catalog of the influential singer-songwriter David Bowie. According to Variety, which broke the story Jan. 3, Warner Chappell Music paid more than $250 million for the publishing rights for Bowie's 27 albums. That figure puts the sale … [Read more...] about Music Licensing: Warner Chappell Music Acquires David Bowie Publishing Rights