By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The venerable Del Monte Foods brand will live on, but the company itself has been sold off and split up between three different bidders. Founded nearly 140 years ago, Del Monte Foods is among the world's oldest food and beverage companies, and describes itself as the original plant-based food company. Del Monte owns a wide … [Read more...] about Del Monte Assets Split Up Between Three Bidders in Court Auction
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Randy’s Donuts in LA to Launch Global Expansion With IMG Licensing
By Gary Symons Randy's Donuts, an LA favorite, wants to make a lot more doughnuts, and a lot more dough. So the iconic snack shop, a well-known landmark and pop culture icon in the City of Angels, has engaged IMG Licensing to help guide an ambitious global expansion plan. Under a new, multi-year partnership, IMG has been engaged as the brand's exclusive licensing … [Read more...] about Randy’s Donuts in LA to Launch Global Expansion With IMG Licensing
Moodsters and PlaySpace Team Up to Boost Children’s Mental Health
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Moodsters Children's Foundation and PlaySpace Health have unveiled a collaboration to expand The Moodsters to healthcare providers, educators, parents, and practitioners. The deal, brokered by licensing agencies Becker & Associates and Kaufman Licensing, will see the Moodsters characters included on PlaySpace Health's HIPAA … [Read more...] about Moodsters and PlaySpace Team Up to Boost Children’s Mental Health
IMC Licensing to Boost the Buzz Around Sioux Honey
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sioux Honey Cooperative has appointed IMC Licensing as the exclusive licensing agency for its flagship Sue Bee Honey brand. The deal marks a strategic move to extend the brand into new consumer product categories through co-branded partnerships. With IMC now officially in the hive, Sioux Honey is betting that thoughtful licensing can help … [Read more...] about IMC Licensing to Boost the Buzz Around Sioux Honey
Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Bosco Chocolate Syrup
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Brands has been appointed by Sea Breeze as the exclusive global licensing agent for its Bosco chocolate syrup brand. Under the new partnership, Surge Brands will work to expand Bosco through a comprehensive licensing program that will reach additional customer demographics, retail markets and product categories. “Bosco is a … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Bosco Chocolate Syrup
Sephora and Tabasco Launch Spicy, Limited-Edition Lip Gloss Line
TLL Staff Sephora Collection has partnered with the Tabasco brand on a limited-edition beauty collaboration that brings the hot sauce maker into the cosmetics category for the first time. The deal was facilitated by IMG Licensing. The collaboration centers on Sephora Collection’s Outrageous Plump Volume Effect Lip Gloss, formulated with chili pepper extract and hyaluronic … [Read more...] about Sephora and Tabasco Launch Spicy, Limited-Edition Lip Gloss Line
Early Bird Registration for Licensing Expo 2026 Ends January 31
TLL Staff There's just a few weeks left to take advantage of Early Bird registration discounts for Licensing Expo 2026. Organizer Informa Markets says early registration will end on January 31 for this year's Expo, which returns to the Mandalay Bay resort from May 19–21. Licensing Expo 2026 is expected to bring together 5,000-plus brands for opportunities to engage with … [Read more...] about Early Bird Registration for Licensing Expo 2026 Ends January 31
Blonde Sheep Signs Morrisons as First Licensee for Applied Nutrition
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Blonde Sheep Licensing has brokered a long-term partnership between Morrisons and Applied Nutrition for a range of co-branded food products. The multi-year licensing agreement grants Morrisons the exclusive rights to produce and sell meals and food products for the Applied Nutrition brand. “We’re excited to have partnered with … [Read more...] about Blonde Sheep Signs Morrisons as First Licensee for Applied Nutrition
Kevin Hart Becomes Partner and Investor in Authentic Brands Group
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Caption: Hollywood comic actor Kevin Hart (left), with Authentic Brands Group CEO Jamie Salter. Image credit: ABG The Hollywood actor and comedian Kevin Hart has entered into a deep partnership with global licensing giant Authentic Brands Group. A joint statement says the partnership has two primary facets. Through the agreement, Hart and … [Read more...] about Kevin Hart Becomes Partner and Investor in Authentic Brands Group
Cinemark and Lowe’s Launch National Popcorn Day Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cinemark and Lowe's are teaming up for National Popcorn Day with a two-day Bring Your Own Bucket collaboration. Running from January 18 to 19, the co-branded event allows Cinemark customers to bring their own container to be filled with the theater's concession-style popcorn. “At Cinemark, popcorn is more than just a snack, it is … [Read more...] about Cinemark and Lowe’s Launch National Popcorn Day Partnership