TLL Staff 'Tis the season for licensing deals, and this week there are too many deals to count as companies rush to put their best foot forward for the upcoming Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. Here's a quick hit list of selected deals: Dolly Parton Gets All Dolled Up With Krispy Kreme Donuts When it comes to pairing “sweets” for the first time, it doesn’t get any sweeter … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Landslide of Deals as Expo Approaches
Food and Beverages
Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing agency Brandgenuity has been selected as the exclusive licensing agency of record for Brownie Brittle, by Second Nature Brands, a national leader in snacks and treats. Brownie Brittle is America’s number one brownie snack brand, known for its rich, gourmet brownie taste with a crisp cookie crunch, perfect for on-the-go, … [Read more...] about Brandgenuity to Represent Top Snack Brand Brownie Brittle
Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Cronus Global will be showcasing the bubble tea chain Kung Fu Tea for the first time ever at this year's Licensing Expo. Kung Fu Tea is known as the brand that puts a bit more punch into tea time. It's the largest bubble tea company in North America, with a large and dedicated following. This year visitors to Cronus Global’s booth … [Read more...] about Cronus Global and Kung Fu Tea Kicking It at Licensing Expo
TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Long-term partners Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays have updated their existing consumer products agreement with an exclusive, perpetual extension for TGI Fridays frozen appetizers. The new, indefinite term licensing agreement replaces the limited duration arrangement that Kraft Heinz and TGI Fridays previously signed in 2015. The license … [Read more...] about TGI Fridays Signs Critical Deal With Long-Time Partner Kraft Heinz
Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign
TLL Featured Story The Jel Sert Company, renowned for its iconic and top-selling brands, including Wyler's Light, Fla-Vor-Ice, Otter Pops, and Pure Kick, is strategically shifting its focus by expanding its business model into an outbound licensing program. Consumers have been seeking new and innovative products from these iconic brands and Jel Sert is now seeking to partner … [Read more...] about Must Read: Food & Beverage Giant Jel Sert Launches Outbound Licensing Campaign
Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 7-Eleven and Tetris will be giving away thousands of Tetris mobile gaming devices, all shaped like the iconic Slurpee cup. The giveaway is the result of a collaboration between the two brands, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Tetris mobile game. “We know our customers are passionate gaming enthusiasts who also appreciate a … [Read more...] about Tetris and 7-Eleven Join Forces for Snackables and Stackables
Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies
TLL Staff Squishmallows are about to get a whole lot sweeter thanks to a partnership between Jazwares and See's Candies. Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, and the California-based candy company See’s Candies, are releasing a gift set that includes co-branded plush, chocolate boxes and totes inspired by the top-selling plush brand … [Read more...] about Jazwares Signs Sweet Halloween Deal With See’s Candies
Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief IHOP is about a lot more than just pancakes these days, as the chain has expanded its collaboration with Virtual Dining Concepts. Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) is the creator of virtual restaurant brands that expand the revenue of independent kitchens. The concept is sometimes know colloquially as 'ghost kitchens', but essentially … [Read more...] about Virtual Dining Concepts Expands IHOP Partnership
Asembl Brings Together Sweet Collab Between Baileys and Cadbury Old Gold
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Asembl has secured a licensing partnership between Diageo and Mondelēz International for a new Baileys-flavored Cadbury Old Gold chocolate block for the Australian market. Part of the Merchantwise Group, Asembl is a research-driven brand extension agency that specializes in design, lifestyle and fast-moving consumer goods. Working … [Read more...] about Asembl Brings Together Sweet Collab Between Baileys and Cadbury Old Gold
J.M. Smucker and Brand Central Go Together Like Peanut Butter and Jelly!
Smucker signs Brand Central as Licensing Agency Partner for Food, Beverage, Pet Products and Merchandise in North America By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The J.M. Smucker Co. has just signed Brand Central as its exclusive licensing agency for North America. Smucker is a venerable and hugely successful food and pet product brand that is best known for its Jif … [Read more...] about J.M. Smucker and Brand Central Go Together Like Peanut Butter and Jelly!