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Brands with Influence Named Global Licensing Rep for Stan & Gran

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brands with Influence (BWI) has been named the global licensing representative for the Jellyfish Originals animated series, Stan & Gran. The Stan & Gran animated kids' series is currently being co-produced by Jellyfish Originals, Xentrix Studios and the series creator, Jollywise Media. The series is scheduled to premiere in 2025 on … [Read more...] about Brands with Influence Named Global Licensing Rep for Stan & Gran

All The Winners of the 2024 Licensing Excellence Awards

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensing Expo started off with a bang as the winners of the 2024 Licensing Excellence Awards were unveiled by Licensing International. The winners were selected from 197 finalists in 32 categories. More than 800 submissions were received, narrowed down by an expert global judging panel of 200 judges from 20 countries. The … [Read more...] about All The Winners of the 2024 Licensing Excellence Awards

Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Announces Two New Executive Appointments

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has appointed Tori Cook as its new SVP of franchise management and Paula Allen as its new publishing consultant. Founded in early 2023 by children’s author Mo Willems, Stampede Ventures and RedBird Capital Partners, HPC is an entertainment media company that focuses on expanding Willems IP to reach new  platforms and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Announces Two New Executive Appointments

BBC Studios Renews Bluey Licensing Partnership with Moose Toys

By TLL Editorial Staff BBC Studios has renewed its ongoing global licensing partnership with Moose Toys for the Bluey entertainment brand. Moose Toys is a global company that  designs, develops and manufactures a broad range of products across categories like action figures, collectibles, crafts, dolls, games, plush, preschool, youth electronics and more. The updated licensing … [Read more...] about BBC Studios Renews Bluey Licensing Partnership with Moose Toys

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

RWS Global Acquires Great Big Events, Launches New Sports Division

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Big news in the world of experiential licensing today, as live entertainment giant RWS Global has acquired Great Big Events. The deal combines RWS, arguably the world leader in live entertainment productions, with Great Big Events, which is among the world's top sports event production companies. RWS Global creates customized … [Read more...] about RWS Global Acquires Great Big Events, Launches New Sports Division

Premier League and Fanatics Collectibles Announce Multi-Year Licensing Partnership

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Premier League and Fanatics Collectibles have  announced an exclusive multi-year licensing partnership for trading cards, games and stickers. The Premier League is a UK-based professional football organization that produces competitive football games that are broadcast in 185 countries around the world. Per the terms of the licensing … [Read more...] about Premier League and Fanatics Collectibles Announce Multi-Year Licensing Partnership

Professional Bull Riders Names Leaf Trading Cards As Official Partner

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Leaf Trading Cards has partnered with Professional Bull Riders as the exclusive worldwide licensee for PBR trading cards. Leaf Trading Cards is a collectibles company that specializes in producing trading cards inspired by licensed sports teams and organizations including  American football, baseball, basketball, ice hockey, soccer, wrestling, … [Read more...] about Professional Bull Riders Names Leaf Trading Cards As Official Partner

New Series Based on Angry Birds to Air on Amazon MGM Studios

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Rovio Entertainment is launching an original animated series called Angry Birds Mystery Island in partnership with Amazon Kids+ and Prime Video. Featuring new licensed characters from Rovio Entertainment's Angry Birds gaming franchise, the upcoming animated series will follow three hatchlings and a piglet called Buddy, Mia, Rosie and Hamylton … [Read more...] about New Series Based on Angry Birds to Air on Amazon MGM Studios