TLL Staff Smiley, the brand based on happiness, is spreading a little more joy in its first ever collaboration with tech giant Samsung. Together, they're introducing The Smiley Edition, a collection of accessories designed to celebrate positivity and creativity. The Smiley Company owns the trademark and IP for the globally recognized 'Smiley Face', which it has used as a … [Read more...] about Smiley and Samsung Spreading the Joy With New Collection
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Punchbowl Lands Major Licensing Partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Punchbowl has partnered with Warner Bros Discovery for a digital invitation collection based on licensed DC Super Heroes, FRIENDS, and Harry Potter characters. The design of the co-branded invitations are intended to match the appearance and visual texture of traditional paper letters, envelope liners, postage stamps and greetings. A subsidiary … [Read more...] about Punchbowl Lands Major Licensing Partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery
Funko App Using eBay Data to Assess Value of Its Collectibles
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Funko has announced an update to its official Funko app that incorporates new collection valuation capabilities powered by eBay transaction data.Scheduled for launch in the fourth quarter of 2023, Funko's direct-to-consumer (DTC) catalog app will be revamped to include the new eBay valuation feature.The new eBay data integration for the Funko … [Read more...] about Funko App Using eBay Data to Assess Value of Its Collectibles
Latest Data Predicts a Not So Merry Xmas For Toys, Retail
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The licensing industry should lower expectations for the coming holiday season, as retail sales fell slightly in October, and toy sales are down overall. The US Commerce Department reported retail sales fell slightly in October by 0.1%. That's not great, but the good news is that economists were expecting a greater decline, based on … [Read more...] about Latest Data Predicts a Not So Merry Xmas For Toys, Retail
Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources to Help Families Cope with Loss
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has partnered with the New York Life Foundation on new Sesame Street-themed resources for Children’s Grief Awareness Month. The New York Life Foundation is a social impact division of the New York Life insurance company, and provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community initiatives that are focused on … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources to Help Families Cope with Loss
JCB Signs Long-Term Licensing Partnership With Monster Jam Sports Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter JCB has secured a multi-year licensing partnership with Monster Jam as the motorsports brands' official heavy equipment partner.Monster Jam is a live sports brand that is operated by Feld Entertainment's arena and stadium event division Feld Motor Sports. Monster Jam events typically include racing, two-wheel trick, and freestyle monster truck … [Read more...] about JCB Signs Long-Term Licensing Partnership With Monster Jam Sports Brand
How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Anyone in the world of food licensing should know Broad Street Licensing Group. They are, after all, one of the top 20 licensing agencies in the world, and in the top two in the area of food and beverage licensing. Last year, for example, Broad Street put together licensing deals that generated well over a billion dollars in retail … [Read more...] about How A Focus on Food Made Broad Street a Top 20 Agency
Licensing Law: Shelby Wins Trademark Fight Over the GT 500 Mustang Brand
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A California court has put Shelby back in the driver's seat for brand ownership of the legendary GT500 Shelby Mustang. In a story that seems like it was pulled from a film script, the Shelby Trust has been fighting for a decade to win back its trademark, which was claimed by the producer of three Hollywood films that featured the car. It … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Shelby Wins Trademark Fight Over the GT 500 Mustang Brand
Who’s News: Brand Central Promotes Several Execs as Company Grows
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Three execs at Brand Central were promoted this week as the licensing agency posts more growth in 2023. Brand Central is among the world's largest licensing agencies by revenue, and a top player in the food and beverage sector in particular. However, it also has seen rapid growth in other parts of its business, particularly in manufacturing … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Brand Central Promotes Several Execs as Company Grows
Persona 5 Tactica Takes Over Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Locations Across America
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter In collaboration with SEGA of America and ATLUS, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is hosting a Persona 5 Tactica licensing promotion at participating restaurant locations.Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is a global restaurant chain that serves freshly prepared meats and other food that is cooked on a table-top smokeless grill.The in-store licensing promotion will … [Read more...] about Persona 5 Tactica Takes Over Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Locations Across America