By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cardio Bunny is launching a new licensing program in the United States in partnership with The Brand Liaison agency. Launched in 2020, Cardio Bunny is a high-performance activewear brand that offers stylish apparel and accessories for the international retail market. The new Cardio Bunny licensing program plans to introduce American … [Read more...] about The Brand Liaison Launches US Licensing Program for Cardio Bunny
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Rich Products and Hometown Foods Sweeten Deal with Funfetti Cake
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Rich Products and Hometown Foods are expanding their lineup of Funfetti dessert solutions with a pre-made cake layer for in-store bakeries. Fully baked with Funfetti's birthday cake flavor and candy bits, the licensed cake layer is designed to help bakeries deliver custom creations with ease. This new offering expands Rich's existing … [Read more...] about Rich Products and Hometown Foods Sweeten Deal with Funfetti Cake
Who’s News: RMS USA Appoints Two Executives to Senior Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter RMS USA has appointed Heather Wilson as its first chief brand officer and named John Tomulonis as its VP of licensing. With over two decades working in the toy industry, Heather Wilson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in engaging consumer attention and expanding brands. In her new role at RMS USA, she will focus on expanding the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: RMS USA Appoints Two Executives to Senior Leadership Team
Kool-Aid and Nike Mix Up Flavorful Footwear with Ja Morant
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kool-Aid and Nike have launched a licensing collaboration with NBA star Ja Morant for two limited-edition custom sneaker drops. Adding to Nike's existing line of Ja Morant products, the company's product development team drew inspiration from Morant’s favorite Kool-Aid flavors for the design of the licensed sneakers. “I remember my grandma … [Read more...] about Kool-Aid and Nike Mix Up Flavorful Footwear with Ja Morant
CAA Tapped to Expand Anheuser-Busch Global Licensing Program
TLL Staff CAA Brand Management has been named the global licensing agency for Anheuser-Busch, expanding its longtime relationship with the brewing giant. The announcement signals a renewed push to take Anheuser-Busch’s brand portfolio beyond the beer aisle, and into a frothy mix of consumer product categories around the world. As part of the agreement, CAA Brand Management … [Read more...] about CAA Tapped to Expand Anheuser-Busch Global Licensing Program
Prada Buys Versace in Major Merger of Top Fashion Brands
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The devil may love Prada, but Prada clearly loves Versace. So much so that Prada has dug deep into its fabulous handbag to pay out $1.38 billion to buy its smaller but prestigious rival Versace. The deal, which dropped on April 10, unites two of Italy's biggest names in fashion, and combines two very different but complementary styles. … [Read more...] about Prada Buys Versace in Major Merger of Top Fashion Brands
Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is introducing a new licensed Ken doll to its Barbie brand that features the likeness of basketball player, activist and philanthropist LeBron James. Developed in partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF), the licensed collectible marks the first Ken doll to feature the likeness of a professional athlete. "Ken is … [Read more...] about Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll as its First Kenbassador
Teddy Mountain UK Partners with Cloudco for Make-A-Care Bear
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Teddy Mountain UK has partnered with Cloudco Entertainment to launch a licensed Make-A-Care Bear experience in the UK and UAE. Through the licensing partnership, Teddy Mountain UK will offer an exclusive co-branded experience that allows fans to hand-stuff and personalize their own Care Bears plush toy. The new experience will offer a range … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain UK Partners with Cloudco for Make-A-Care Bear
Radio Flyer and Peanuts Introduce Snoopy’s Wagon
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Radio Flyer has partnered with Peanuts Worldwide to introduce a pet-friendly licensed product called Snoopy's Wagon. Designed for both kids and pets, the new Radio Flyer wagon features a Peanuts-inspired aesthetic with a canopy that is modeled after Snoopy's doghouse. The UV-protected canopy includes a zip-down side panel for easy pet … [Read more...] about Radio Flyer and Peanuts Introduce Snoopy’s Wagon
Anne Stokes and EMP Renew Gothicana Fashion Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter EMP and Anne Stokes have renewed their long-standing licensing collaboration to create additional fashion items for the Gothicana by EMP collection. Marking the third term of their ongoing partnership, the renewed agreement will further expand the Gothicana collection with new items inspired by Stokes' fantasy art portfolio. Since its … [Read more...] about Anne Stokes and EMP Renew Gothicana Fashion Partnership