By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment has launched three global partnerships for Care Bears plush toys with the Simba Dickie Group, Dan Dee International and Grupo Ruz. The new licensing partners are set to bring a wide range of Care Bears-inspired plush and toy products to customers across the European Union, North America and Mexico. "We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
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Dependable Solutions: 2024’s Most Impactful Software Service Provider
TLL Staff Dependable Solutions' status as a top provider of licensing software was confirmed, as it was named Most Impactful Service Provider at the 2024 Licensing Excellence Awards. The company is globally renowned for delivering top-tier software and services for licensors, licensees, and licensing agencies. This superior service accolade reinforces their steadfast … [Read more...] about Dependable Solutions: 2024’s Most Impactful Software Service Provider
Who’s News: Trevco Appoints New VP of Retail e-Commerce
Trevco has announced the appointment of Juan Ruiz as vice president of retail e-commerce. The strategic addition to the executive team underscores Trevco’s commitment to enhancing its distribution channels and broadening its reach to college, pop-culture, music and pro sports fans. Ruiz spent his tenure at Fifth Sun and Mad Engine Global, bringing nearly a decade of working … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Trevco Appoints New VP of Retail e-Commerce
Krispy Kreme Sells Majority Ownership Stake of Insomnia Cookies
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme has announced the sale of a majority ownership stake of Insomnia Cookies to Verlinvest and Mistral Equity Partners. Founded by Seth Berkowitz in 2003, Insomnia Cookies is a late-night bakery brand that offers a range of cookies, ice cream and other sweet treats for in-store purchase, local delivery and nationwide shipping. … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Sells Majority Ownership Stake of Insomnia Cookies
Kraft Heinz Brings IHOP Syrups to Grocery Stores Nationwide
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kraft Heinz is launching a licensed pancake syrup condiment collection inspired by flavors featured at IHOP restaurants. Designed for breakfast items like pancakes, waffles and French toast, the licensed syrup line from Kraft Heinz will introduce IHOP Original and Butter Pecan syrup products to grocery shelves throughout the United States. "At … [Read more...] about Kraft Heinz Brings IHOP Syrups to Grocery Stores Nationwide
Fan Week and Collaborations Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Friends
TLL Staff Warner Bros. Discovery is putting on a week-long party to honor the 30th anniversary of Friends, with the release of new products and experiences. The party starts appropriately enough on International Friendship Day, July 30, with the third annual Friends Fan Week. With the 30th anniversary arriving, this year's celebration of one of the most popular shows in … [Read more...] about Fan Week and Collaborations Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Friends
Murf and Kona Team Up for Co-Branded E-Bike and Summer Giveaways
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Murf Electric Bikes has partnered with Kona Big Wave for a limited-edition Kona Big Wave-inspired electonic bike. The co-branded electric bike is a Murf Higgs Step-Thru model that is painted in the official Kona Blue Wave color and decorated with a colorful Hawaiian flowers pattern, whitewall tires and a lockable storage crate. Other key … [Read more...] about Murf and Kona Team Up for Co-Branded E-Bike and Summer Giveaways
Hunter Price Named Product Partner For L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hunter Price has been selected as the consumer product partner for the licensed L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola collaboration in the UK and European regions. The L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola collaboration will include an extensive collection of products across a wide range of retail categories such as playsets, accessories, bags, games, … [Read more...] about Hunter Price Named Product Partner For L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Crayola Collaboration
Licensing Roundup: New Video Games for Cobra Kai and Talking Tom, and More
TLL Staff Jazwares Game Studio is releasing a new Cobra Kai gaming experience on Roblox, under license from Sony Pictures Consumer Products. The new game is scheduled for release this summer in conjunction with the release of Cobra Kai's sixth season on Netflix. The game Cobra Kai: Karate Legends features martial arts action, allowing players to train their sensei, and level … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: New Video Games for Cobra Kai and Talking Tom, and More
Women In Toys Unveils Finalists for Wonder Women Awards
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has just presented the list of finalists for this year's Wonder Women Awards. WiT is the industry's leading organization for the advancement of women in our industry. The Wonder Women Awards are an important part of that work, as they recognize and celebrate the exceptional female … [Read more...] about Women In Toys Unveils Finalists for Wonder Women Awards