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Spin Master Puts the Pieces Together To Acquire Puzzle Company

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has reached an agreement to acquire the Canadian-based puzzle company, 4D Brands International. "As part of our long-term growth strategy, we're focused on finding new, pathbreaking acquisitions that will further expand our presence in key categories of play, as well as expanding our reach and connection with consumers," said … [Read more...] about Spin Master Puts the Pieces Together To Acquire Puzzle Company

Asembl Brokers Sweet Deal Between Diageo and Sara Lee

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The brand extension agency, Asembl has signed a multi-year partnership between Diageo’s Baileys brand and Sara Lee for a licensed dessert collection. Asembl is a strategic and research-driven brand extension agency that works with global brand owners to bring new licensed products and services to market. Asembl is part of the Merchantwise … [Read more...] about Asembl Brokers Sweet Deal Between Diageo and Sara Lee

CAA Adds Some Vroom to McLaren’s Global Licensing Program

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter CAA Brand Management has been appointed by luxury car manufacturer, McLaren Automotive, to support its global consumer product licensing and brand extension program. Under the terms of the multi-year agreement, CAA Brand Management will assist McLaren in extending its consumer products programs into new territories, with a primary focus on … [Read more...] about CAA Adds Some Vroom to McLaren’s Global Licensing Program

Licensing Partnerships: LMCA and Stobbs Form Joint Venture in Europe

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The brand licensing agency LMCA is expanding into Europe in an innovative partnership with the IP law firm Stobbs. The new partners say their collaboration will offer clients in Europe a powerful new way to promote and protect their brands. LMCA is one of the world's largest licensing agencies, with its HQ in New York and branch offices in … [Read more...] about Licensing Partnerships: LMCA and Stobbs Form Joint Venture in Europe

TV Licensing: Viacom CBS Expands in Indonesia Through Deal With TLG

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ViacomCBS Consumer Products has appointed Total Lisensi Global (TLG) as its licensing partner for the Indonesia market. TLG is also known by its brand name, The Licensing Guy. It is a brand management and licensing agency that focuses on the development of businesses involved in intellectual property. The company has successfully managed the … [Read more...] about TV Licensing: Viacom CBS Expands in Indonesia Through Deal With TLG

Genius Brands Announces “Transformational Acquisition” of WOW! Unlimited Media

Genius Brands International says it has completed the acquisition of WOW Unlimited Media in a deal the company says will create "a global animation and digital media powerhouse." The two companies announced Oct. 27 that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Genius Brands will acquire WOW! for approximately US$53 million in cash and stock. WOW! Unlimited Media … [Read more...] about Genius Brands Announces “Transformational Acquisition” of WOW! Unlimited Media

The Point.1888 Signs 66 New Licensees For CoComelon

The popular children's show CoComelon continues to soar in popularity, as licensing agent The Point.1888 announced it has secured an additional 66 licensees across EMEA for the brand. CoComelon was developed by Moonbug Entertainment Ltd.  and its popularity has exploded globally both in terms of viewership and its desirability as a licensing property. “With Moonbug’s CoComelon … [Read more...] about The Point.1888 Signs 66 New Licensees For CoComelon

Licensing List: Deals of the Week

Hershey Company Serves Up Sweet Fashions The Hershey Company has signed five new partners to expand its line of licensed fashion, in deals brokered by global licensing agent Brand Activation Consulting. The new partners include: American Marketing Enterprises, a division of Centric Brands, for children’s sleepwear; Bioworld for adult sleepwear and accessories; Mad Engine … [Read more...] about Licensing List: Deals of the Week

Beanstalk Lands Contract With Kelloggs

Beanstalk, a New York-based licensing agency with global reach, has landed a massive contract with Kellogg, one of the world's largest food companies and best-known brands. Kellogg Company says it has appointed Beanstalk as its exclusive food licensing agency to grow Kellogg’s licensed food and beverage categories in the US, Canada, Europe, Japan and South Korea. These … [Read more...] about Beanstalk Lands Contract With Kelloggs

Allrecipes Cooks Up Deal With Snapchat

Allrecipes, the world’s largest recipe brand, took an innovative step to increase its already massive user base by launching a new feature as the exclusive food category partner of the Scan feature within Snapchat. The new offering allows home cooks to access Allrecipes recipes based on ingredients captured by the Snapchat camera function. Available later this year, this new … [Read more...] about Allrecipes Cooks Up Deal With Snapchat