The hit series Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir has been signed on for seasons four and five, and high ratings are now driving several new licensing deals. Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, says the company has signed several "top tier" partners over the past month for a wide range of consumer products and services. Newly signed consumer … [Read more...] about ZAG’s Miraculous Signs With Disney and New Product Partners
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Forbidden Planet Releasing New Merch Based on Classic Paramount Films
Forbidden Planet, a pop culture product developer, has partnered with ViacomCBS to release new merchandise featuring several of Paramount Pictures classic films, including Forrest Gump, Top Gun, and the hilarious cult classic Galaxy Quest. In total seven Paramount films are included in the new range of apparel and giftware that will be released through Forbidden Planet's … [Read more...] about Forbidden Planet Releasing New Merch Based on Classic Paramount Films
Gift Retailer Moonpig Goes Big With LEGO
The British gift company Moonpig says it's expanding its offering through a major deal with LEGO to make branded gifts available to its customers. The agreement marks the largest ever branding launch on the AI-powered e-commerce site, the company says. The new range of more than 50 different products with 13 different themes is already available through the Moonpig.com … [Read more...] about Gift Retailer Moonpig Goes Big With LEGO
Funko Ends Strong in Tough Year
The pop culture product company Funko released its fourth quarter results this week, showing a strong finish after a brutal year in which global sales were strongly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. While Funko's profitability suffered mightily through most of the year, the company says its recovery in Q4 leads management to predict a dramatic turnaround in 2021, with an … [Read more...] about Funko Ends Strong in Tough Year
Special Report: The Future of Hasbro
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The 'Play and Entertainment' conglomerate Hasbro has for the first time outlined its future plans in a live investor event, and as expected, the news will be game changing for the company and for its licensing partners worldwide. Sit down and grab yourself a coffee or tea, because it's a LOT. At the core of the announcement, Hasbro has … [Read more...] about Special Report: The Future of Hasbro
Colour Republic and Country Living Say It With Flowers
North American floral company Colour Republic has launched a new licensing partnership with Country Living magazine, published by Hearst Magazine. The deal will see Colour Republic producing freshly picked, artfully arranged floral designs that will be offered for home delivery through the Country Living Floral Collection. The designs can be delivered quickly and easily to the … [Read more...] about Colour Republic and Country Living Say It With Flowers
New Launches From Jewel For Black History Month
Jewel Branding & Licensing (JBL) is celebrating Black History Month by launching several new projects and highlighting some of their most talented designers, illustrators, influencers and TV personalities. The company says it's "proud to highlight the designers and artists of color in their portfolio, including illustrators and influencers Kendra Dandy of Bouffants & … [Read more...] about New Launches From Jewel For Black History Month
Super 7 Teams With Toho For Godzilla Figures
In time for the upcoming Godzilla vs. Kong film this year, San Francisco-based Super 7 is teaming up with the Toho Company to introduce Godzilla to its world of ReAction figures and other products. Founded in 2001, Super7 is a premier pop-culture design house and producer of toys, apparel and collectibles. Led by designer Brian Flynn, Super has harnessed the graphics, … [Read more...] about Super 7 Teams With Toho For Godzilla Figures
UFC Names Panini America Exclusive Collectible Global Trading Card Partner
UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, has entered into a new, multi-year licensing agreement with Panini America, the world’s largest licensed sports and entertainment collectibles company. The partnership, negotiated by IMG, grants Panini America the rights to become UFC’s official and exclusive collectible trading card partner. “We are thrilled to welcome … [Read more...] about UFC Names Panini America Exclusive Collectible Global Trading Card Partner
Funko Opens Virtual, COVID-Safe Showroom
It's been a difficult year for B2B marketing teams when virtually every trade show and conference in the world has been canceled due to COVID-19, but Funko has found a way by launching its own "digital showroom." Funko Europe, the pop culture product company, this week opened the doors to its first-ever virtual showroom, featuring more than 400 products for 2021. Normally the … [Read more...] about Funko Opens Virtual, COVID-Safe Showroom