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Licensing Roundup: Landslide of Deals as Expo Approaches

TLL Staff 'Tis the season for licensing deals, and this week there are too many deals to count as companies rush to put their best foot forward for the upcoming Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. Here's a quick hit list of selected deals: Dolly Parton Gets All Dolled Up With Krispy Kreme Donuts When it comes to pairing “sweets” for the first time, it doesn’t get any sweeter … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Landslide of Deals as Expo Approaches

Licensing International Announces 2024 Excellence Awards Finalists

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLicensing International has officially announced its list of finalists for the 2024 Excellence Awards to recognize achievements and innovation in the global brand licensing industry. This year’s edition of the Excellence Awards features 197 finalists across 32 categories relating to the international licensing industry.“The finalists for this … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2024 Excellence Awards Finalists

Amazon MGM Studios Unveils Extensive Fallout Licensing Program

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Amazon MGM Studios has launched an extensive licensing program for its upcoming post-apocalyptic Fallout series. The Fallout licensing program currently includes 15 partners across a wide range of product categories such as apparel, accessories, collectibles, beverages and more. In addition, the company is launching a dedicated Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon MGM Studios Unveils Extensive Fallout Licensing Program

Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Katie Huber has joined Fred Rogers Productions as the company's new Senior Director of Licensing. “I have fond memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood from my childhood and am delighted and honored to now be a part of Fred Rogers Productions,” said Huber. “I am thrilled to help extend Fred’s legacy to new generations of children and their … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director

Falcon’s Beyond To Play Key Role in First-Ever Dragon Ball Theme Park

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Falcon’s Creative Group has been named master planner, attraction designer and creative guardian of the first-ever Dragon Ball theme park. Falcon's Creative Group is a division of Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc. Unveiled at AnimeJapan on March 22, the Dragon Ball theme park experience will span over 500,000 square meters and will be a … [Read more...] about Falcon’s Beyond To Play Key Role in First-Ever Dragon Ball Theme Park

European Apparel Retailer Primark Undertakes Major Expansion in US

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The expansion of the European clothing retailer Primark is creating new opportunities for North American companies in the licensing industry. Primark is an international fashion retailer employing more than 70,000 team members in 16 countries in Europe and now in the US. Founded in Ireland in 1969 under the Penneys brand, Primark … [Read more...] about European Apparel Retailer Primark Undertakes Major Expansion in US

CCG Acquires World’s Largest Autograph Authenticator

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Certified Collectibles Group has reached a definitive agreement to acquire leading autograph authentication service James Spence Authentication. The acquisition will allow CCG to integrate the authentication, grading, and encapsulation of autographed collectibles. Prior to the acquisition, CCG has only offered witnessed authentication of … [Read more...] about CCG Acquires World’s Largest Autograph Authenticator

Licensing Law: Google Faces Fines, Multibillion Dollar Lawsuit In Europe

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The search and advertising giant Google is facing a double whammy of legal threats over its media activities in the European Union. In one case, Google was fined €250 million on March 20 by French regulators, who say the company breached an agreement to pay media companies for reproducing their content online. In the second case, … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Google Faces Fines, Multibillion Dollar Lawsuit In Europe

Who’s News: Seven New Members Elected to Board of Toy Association

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Build-A-Bear Workshop CEO Sharon Price John is the new chair at The Toy Association, as one of seven new elected directors. The Toy Association announced the election of seven new members as well as two term renewals to its Board of Directors at its annual general meeting. Price John (in photo at top) replaces Aaron Muderick, who … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Seven New Members Elected to Board of Toy Association