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Licensing International Announces 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLicensing International has officially announced the inductees to the 2023 Hall of Fame awards. The Licensing International Hall of Fame honors the legacies and accomplishments of long-term executives in the licensing industry. This year’s inductees are Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal. Pam Kaufman currently holds the position of CEO … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees

Moxie on a Tear, Signing Up Multiple New Licensing Clients

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The licensing agency Moxie & Co. goes into this month's Licensing Expo on a hot streak, signing up several major clients. That list includes the delivery giant FedEx, in what to our knowledge is their first major licensing campaign, as well as Hamilton Beach, the PBS network station WGBH, and the acclaimed artist Romare … [Read more...] about Moxie on a Tear, Signing Up Multiple New Licensing Clients

Spielwarenmesse Releases Details on Second Annual BRANDmate Event

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter New information on the scale and activities for this year's BRANDmate networking event in Germany has been released. The second edition of BRANDmate will feature networking activities such as corporate 'speed-dating', showrooms, speaker stages, branded food trucks, a live concert, masterclasses, and more. “What we’re after is a brand … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Releases Details on Second Annual BRANDmate Event

Cronus Global to Display New, Unique Brands at Licensing Expo

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cronus Global will be showcasing a range of brands at booth E196 for this year's Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. The agency will introduce its newest licensing partnerships with Zuzubaland, Justina McCaffrey Lifestyle, and Bestway USA, alongside existing clients Unis Technology, EVERI Games and ZURU 5 Surprise Mini Brands. Zuzubaland is … [Read more...] about Cronus Global to Display New, Unique Brands at Licensing Expo

Australia Hosting Its First Children’s Content Summit Trade Show

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural edition of the Australian Children’s Content Summit trade show. The three-day trade event will bring together both local and international delegates from the children’s and family entertainment industry for networking, business negotiations, and more. “The Australian Children's Content Summit … [Read more...] about Australia Hosting Its First Children’s Content Summit Trade Show

Licensing Expo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

By Gary Symons & Allison Watkinson The Licensing Expo is the world's largest trade show and conference for the licensing industry, so it comes with a wide selection of great opportunities and equally great challenges. On the bright side, new ideas, deals and educational opportunities for this complex and fascinating industry. On the more challenging side, aching … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The rapper, singer and businessman Ja Rule has been booked to headline the 2023 Licensing Expo's Opening Night Party. Ja Rule, aka Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr., released his first solo album, Venni Vetti Vecci, in 1999. Since his initial solo debut, Ja Rule has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. "Ja Rule has a distinctive style … [Read more...] about Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party

Licensing Expo Offers Expert Advice Through Round Table Sessions

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has announced that the 2023 Licensing Expo will offer premium Round Table talks, led by experts in the industry. The lineup includes two days of expert-led Round Table discussions with executives from prominent industry associations and businesses. During the sessions, participants can seek guidance, insights … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Offers Expert Advice Through Round Table Sessions

Expo: Finalists Announced for Licensing Excellence Awards

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has officially announced its full list of finalists for the upcoming 2023 Excellence Awards. This year’s Excellence Awards features 201 finalists in 30 categories. The finalists were chosen from more than 850 submissions which were reviewed by a panel of 200 judges from 20 countries across the globe. Several … [Read more...] about Expo: Finalists Announced for Licensing Excellence Awards