By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme has appointed Stephanie Daukus as the company's new VP of Investor Relations. Daukus brings more than fifteen years of experience in the financial and investor relations industries. She previously held specialist and executive positions at companies such as Olo, Envestnet, Thomson Reuters, and MCSI. Daukus holds a … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Appoints New VP of Investor Relations
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Sustainability: Elmhurst Produces Delicious Dairy Using Renewable HydroRelease Tech
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Elmhurst 1925 is introducing a limited-edition Apple Pie Spice Blend to its seasonal plant-based beverage collection. The collection will also include previously-released Pumpkin Spice Oat Creamer and OatNog seasonal beverages. The new Apple Pie Spice Blend features a creamy oat-cashew base with notes of baked apple and buttery … [Read more...] about Sustainability: Elmhurst Produces Delicious Dairy Using Renewable HydroRelease Tech
Mergers: SHEIN Buys Interest in Forever21 Parent Company SPARC
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Above photo by Hans Olav Lien SHEIN and Authentic Brands Group have announced a major strategic partnership involving the US fashion brand Forever 21. The deal is between SHEIN and SPARC Group Holdings II LLC, which is the direct parent company for Forever 21, and combines one of the world's leading online retailers with one of the … [Read more...] about Mergers: SHEIN Buys Interest in Forever21 Parent Company SPARC
US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted
Ruling Seen As Victory For Artists and Other Human Creators By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Artificial Intelligence fought the law, and the law won, thanks to a US court that confirmed only human works of art can be copyrighted. In a case heard in a US District court in Washington, D.C., Judge Beryl Howell supported the US Copyright Office's rejection of an application … [Read more...] about US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted
TLL Offering Free Listings For Licensing Agencies in New Publication
By TLL Staff The Licensing Letter will be publishing an annual Global Guide to Licensing Agencies, and basic listings are being offered at no cost. The Guide is designed to help licensors and licensees identify the most appropriate licensing agency for their needs, and when submitted by the agency, listings will include a contact email, phone number and/or website … [Read more...] about TLL Offering Free Listings For Licensing Agencies in New Publication
Hasbro Announces First Women Innovators of Play Virtual Event
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterHasbro is hosting a virtual event called Hasbro: Women Innovators of Play to educate participants on women's contributions to the entertainment industry. The event includes discussions surrounding leadership, innovation, and creativity with prominent women from the toy and entertainment industry.Speakers for the upcoming event include board game … [Read more...] about Hasbro Announces First Women Innovators of Play Virtual Event
Candy Club and Crayola Partner on Colorful Candy Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCandy Club has partnered with Crayola to introduce a licensed Crayola Candy Collection.The partnership is intended to expand the two companies product lines to reach new demographics and retail markets. Candy Club is a premium candy brand that initially launched as a monthly subscription delivery service in 2015. Candy Club expanded to wholesale … [Read more...] about Candy Club and Crayola Partner on Colorful Candy Collection
NatureSweet and Barilla Serve Up Co-Branded Recipe Promotion
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterNatureSweet and Barilla have launched a co-branded digital recipe campaign with the grocery delivery platforms Instacart and Kroger. NatureSweet is an agriculture company that produces and distributes greenhouse-grown fruits and vegetables to supermarket chains in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. The company is best-known for its snacking tomato … [Read more...] about NatureSweet and Barilla Serve Up Co-Branded Recipe Promotion
Colgate’s BSBF Program Partners With Hip Hop Public Health For Educational Kid’s Music Video
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterColgate's Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program and Hip Hop Public Health have released a new educational music video called Paste Time. Established in 1991, Colgate’s Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program provides oral health educational resources to underserved communities through partnerships with social impact organizations and community … [Read more...] about Colgate’s BSBF Program Partners With Hip Hop Public Health For Educational Kid’s Music Video
Who’s News: Macy’s Names Massimo (Max) Magni As Chief Customer and Digital Officer
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMacy’s, Inc. has announced the appointment of Massimo (Max) Magni as its new chief customer and digital officer. Founded in 1858, Macy's Inc. is a U.S. department store chain that currently operates an extensive ecommerce business alongside numerous brick-and-mortar retail locations across the country. In his new role at Macy's, Magni will guide … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Macy’s Names Massimo (Max) Magni As Chief Customer and Digital Officer