By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) has secured a licensing sponsorship partnership with the Lexus automotive brand for the league's upcoming second season. MLC is the first professional Twenty20 cricket championship to operate in the US. Exclusively sanctioned by USA Cricket, MLC showcases players from around the globe. MLC's first … [Read more...] about Lexus Goes to Bat for Cognizant Major League Cricket League
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Budgy Smugglers: When You Just Really Wanna Wear Your Swim Trunks on the Tube
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The hilariously named swimsuit brand Budgy Smugglers is bringing out a new line based on the famed London Underground, or 'Tube'. The Budgy Smugglers announced they've gone Underground in a new partnership with Transport for London, releasing three new swim suits with imagery from the Tube. Inspired by the London Underground’s iconic … [Read more...] about Budgy Smugglers: When You Just Really Wanna Wear Your Swim Trunks on the Tube
Notorious Conor McGregor Featured in Launch of Stancé x UFC ‘Art Toys’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The designer art toy company Stancé has signed a global partnership with the mixed martial arts organization UFC, creating limited edition designer toys. Stancé's first release will be a limited-edition collectible featuring The Notorious Conor McGregor. In a collaboration brokered by UFC's licensing agency, IMG, Stancé is working … [Read more...] about Notorious Conor McGregor Featured in Launch of Stancé x UFC ‘Art Toys’
Kartoon Studios Launching Its Own Winnie-The-Pooh Franchise
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Move over Disney; the animation house Kartoon Studios is launching its own franchise for the A.A. Milne classic Winnie-The-Pooh. Today, the global studio announced new funding and critical new hires for the franchise, saying licensing and consumer products will be a major aspect of the program. The rights to the Winnie-The-Pooh … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Launching Its Own Winnie-The-Pooh Franchise
Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon A Farm Partners With Angel City FC
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A new partnership shows actress Jennifer Garner emerging as a top financial supporter of the National Women's Soccer League. Garner is already a key investor in the NWSL team Angel City FC, and has now announced a new collaboration with the team through her children's nutrition company Once Upon A Farm. The football club and Once … [Read more...] about Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon A Farm Partners With Angel City FC
Tommy Hilfiger Sets Course on Partnership With US SailGP Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The US SailGP Team and fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger want to redefine the role of fashion in sailing, and the role of sailing in pop culture. Tommy Hilfiger just announced the signing of a multi-year partnership with the United States Sail GP Team, and will be its Official Lifestyle Apparel Partner. Founder Tommy Hilfiger himself, an avid … [Read more...] about Tommy Hilfiger Sets Course on Partnership With US SailGP Team
Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bravado, the merchandising and brand management division of Universal Music Group, has unveiled a new leadership structure for strategic growth. Bravado says the new leadership structure "aims to super serve Bravado’s roster of artists and brands and to continue to support the ever-growing company." Changes at Bravado will also … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Rugged Shark and Discovery's Shark Week are teaming up for the second year in a row, as themed unisex clogs hit the shelves this week in Walmart stores across the US. Rugged Shark is a leading outdoor lifestyle brand, and their licensed Shark Week clogs were a big hit last year, prompting Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products … [Read more...] about Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
Authentic Brands Signs Key eCommerce Deal With Cart.com
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Retail giant Authentic Brands Group has just signed a major strategic agreement with Cart.com for marketing and ecommerce services. Cart.com is a leading provider of unified commerce and logistics solutions, which enable merchants to sell and fulfill wherever their customers are. Through the partnership, Cart.com will provide … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Signs Key eCommerce Deal With Cart.com
Feature: Time for Licensing To Hit a Home Run With Baseball Legend Josh Gibson
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Major League Baseball is now including the player stats from the Negro Leagues, meaning players like the legendary Josh Gibson will finally be recognized for their incredible skill and accomplishments. And now the MLB has recognized the players of the Negro Leagues, it's certainly time for the licensing industry to do the same, both … [Read more...] about Feature: Time for Licensing To Hit a Home Run With Baseball Legend Josh Gibson