By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has appointed Brett Robinson as Chief Financial Official and Executive Vice President of Finance, Technology, and Facilities. In his new role at Sesame Workshop, Robinson will be responsible for advising on all fiscal matters. This includes annual and long-term planning, accounting, budgeting, risk management, compliance, and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Appoints New CFO
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Sports Licensing: Prime Video Scores Big With NFL License
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It appears Amazon's billion dollar deal with the NFL for Thursday Night Football has been a resounding success. Amazon's Prime Video aired the first of its Thursday Night Football (TNF) matches on Sept. 15. Its deal with the NFL means that, outside of teams' local markets, NFL fans need to tune in to Prime's streaming service to catch their … [Read more...] about Sports Licensing: Prime Video Scores Big With NFL License
TLL Exclusive: SPLiCE Says Landmark Ruling An Existential Threat to Licensing Industry
Black + Decker and Walmart Lose Appeal in Class Action Lawsuit Main Takeaways: Black + Decker and Walmart are successfully sued for selling a coffeemaker that was branded by Black + Decker, but manufactured by licensee Applica Consumer Products SPLiCE contends the ruling could “potentially undermine the licensing industry as a whole” SPLiCE Corporate Counsel warns, “If … [Read more...] about TLL Exclusive: SPLiCE Says Landmark Ruling An Existential Threat to Licensing Industry
Licensing Law: Lindt Triumphs in Battle of the Bunnies
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you live in a country that celebrates Easter, you've seen them. Rank after rank after rank of sparkling golden bunnies, their gilt foil concealing the decadent Swiss chocolate underneath. What you may not have known is that Lindt's legendary Easter bunny confections have been involved in more than one pitched battle over copyright and … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Lindt Triumphs in Battle of the Bunnies
Sustainable Licensing: SpongeBob Fighting Pollution With Operation Sea Change
If you want to clean up the ocean, who better for the job than a sea sponge? By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Paramount and Nickelodeon have launched an ocean conservation initiative called SpongeBob SquarePants: Operation Sea Change. Paramount Consumer Products will work with licensing partners to launch SpongeBob branded products that feature sustainable practices … [Read more...] about Sustainable Licensing: SpongeBob Fighting Pollution With Operation Sea Change
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints VP of Brand Partnerships
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wasserman Music has added two new industry experts to their roster of experienced employees, including a new VP of Brand Partnerships. The new hires include Adam Krefman (pictured above right) as the new Vice President of Brand Partnerships and Greg Horbal (above left) as a licensing agent. Wasserman Music is a global brand licensing agency … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints VP of Brand Partnerships
Toei To Paint Times Square Red for Comic Con
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toei Animation is launching its biggest fan experience of all time at this year's New York Comic Con 2022. The studio that brought the world hits like the Dragon Ball franchise and One Piece is now literally painting Times Square red and building out massive displays. The showcase of franchise properties, including “One Piece Film Red,” … [Read more...] about Toei To Paint Times Square Red for Comic Con
Who’s News: Warner Music Group Appointing New CEO in 2023
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in ChiefYouTube exec Robert Kyncl will be appointed to the post of CEO at Warner Music Group, replacing current CEO Steve Cooper.Kyncl currently serves as the Chief Business Officer at YouTube, where he has been instrumental in its explosive growth across all streaming platforms. “After a thorough search, we’re delighted to be appointing Robert … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Warner Music Group Appointing New CEO in 2023
Jazwares Tops Toy Awards, Winning License of the Year
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The highly-anticipated, in-person Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards & Celebration event has officially named this year's top toys and games. The prestigious awards spotlighted the finalists across 17 different categories of play. The categories include collectibles, grown-up, plush, specialty, the newly created ride-on category, and … [Read more...] about Jazwares Tops Toy Awards, Winning License of the Year
Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Warner Music is investigating allegations that one of its subsidiaries continued to operate in Russia after the company suspended its operations. Those allegations were made in an exclusive investigative report by The Guardian newspaper. According to the report, at least one executive at the Warner subsidiary ADA Russia "... continued to try … [Read more...] about Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia