By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has appointed Mark Kingston to the new position of SVP of global consumer products to support the studio's increased growth. Kingston will lead the expansion of ZAG’s consumer products and licensing initiatives from the company's London office. He will also be responsible for managing the gaming and location-based experiences … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Mark Kingston As First SVP of Global Consumer Products
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Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Studio 100 Media has appointed Manuela Lumb and Richard Rowe as executive producers for the company's European business expansion. Studio 100 Media is an international production and distribution company that specializes in children’s and family entertainment. The company is a subsidiary of the Studio 100 Group. “We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
Who’s News: Mattel Appoints Professor Noreena Hertz to Board Position
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has appointed the global economist and bestselling author Professor Noreena Hertz to the company’s Board of Directors. Hertz will also serve on Mattel's Governance and Social Responsibility Committee. Hertz brings 25 years of experience advising companies and governments on policy decisions, mergers and acquisitions, … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Mattel Appoints Professor Noreena Hertz to Board Position
Mickey Mouse Shows His Fangs as Disney Gets Tough With Opponents
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Walt Disney Company is playing hardball, as it deals with financial and political threats from opponents internally and externally. The entertainment giant known for its lovable characters has put on its “angry eyes”—to quote the immortal line from Toy Story’s Mrs. Potato Head—as it hits back against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, … [Read more...] about Mickey Mouse Shows His Fangs as Disney Gets Tough With Opponents
Who’s News: The Point.1888 Parent Company Appoints New Board
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter True Purpose Enterprises has created a Group Board to represent the interests of its subsidiary agencies The Point.1888, Spotlight.1888 and Story.1888. The new Group Board will consist of True Purpose Enterprises' CEO and CCO alongside members of each agency's senior staff. The Group Board's newly promoted senior staff include Hannah Redler … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The Point.1888 Parent Company Appoints New Board
Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Adidas has withdrawn its legal opposition to a trademark application from the activist group Black Lives Matter. The footwear giant filed a request to the US Patent and Trademark Office to block the Black Lives Matter from trademarking a design that features three parallel lines. Adidas said in its filing on Monday that the logo … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Adidas Backs Away From Opposition to Black Lives Matter Trademark
Women in Toys: Nominations Open for 2023 Wonder Women Awards
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has announced that nominations are now open for the 2023 Wonder Women Awards. The Wonder Women Awards are intended to celebrate women who are catalysts for positive change and growth in their respective industries. “This year’s theme is Thrive Together: Celebrating Boldness, Impact … [Read more...] about Women in Toys: Nominations Open for 2023 Wonder Women Awards
Analysis: US Government Defines Copyright Protection for AI-Created Works
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The US Copyright Office says works created with the help of artificial intelligence may be copyrighted, in a policy with major implications for the licensing industry. From now on, all copyright applicants are legally required to disclose when their work includes AI-generated material. As well, any previously filed application that … [Read more...] about Analysis: US Government Defines Copyright Protection for AI-Created Works
Cirque du Soleil Adds to Prize Package for Licensing Survey Respondents
Two Tickets to a Las Vegas Show Up for Grabs in the Survey Prize Draw! If you're a fan of the amazing Cirque du Soleil, you'll want to fill out this year's Royalty Trends Survey, from The Licensing Letter. Cirque du Soleil is sponsoring the 2023 Royalty Trends Survey, offering two tickets to one of their spectacular Las Vegas shows as part of the prize package. This year … [Read more...] about Cirque du Soleil Adds to Prize Package for Licensing Survey Respondents
Licensing Partnerships: Poetic Brands and Brand Collective Join Forces
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Poetic Brands and Brand Collective have formed a partnership to extend their licensing business to additional product categories. “Together we intend to work on different products and licenses to give a full-360-degree approach for our clients," said Brand Collective director, Charlie Rudge. "This collaboration will see us working … [Read more...] about Licensing Partnerships: Poetic Brands and Brand Collective Join Forces