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Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nike has signed a multi-year extension to its global outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content agreement with the NBA and the WNBA. The renewal of the official licensing agreement follows eight years of service since the outfitting, merchandising, marketing and content partnership first began in 2015. Under the terms of the … [Read more...] about Nike Signs Historic 12-Year Partnership Extension with NBA, WNBA

Parents Prioritizing Toys For the Holidays in 2024

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Parents are putting their kids' need for toys ahead of other budget items this holiday season. That's the finding of a large survey of 1,000 U.S. parents, conducted by Wakefield Research, on behalf of The Toy Association. The survey found that while families are generally keeping a tighter eye on their holiday budgets due to inflation, 69% … [Read more...] about Parents Prioritizing Toys For the Holidays in 2024

Burger King France Launches Campaign With Miraculous and Ghostforce

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Burger King France has launched a campaign featuring licensed characters from Miraculous and Ghostforce. The promotional campaign is a partnership with the brand owners, Miraculous Corp and Zag. “At Burger King, we are excited to collaborate with the Miraculous and Ghostforce brands to provide children with memorable experiences … [Read more...] about Burger King France Launches Campaign With Miraculous and Ghostforce

London Studio and Olympia Le-Tan Partner on Dreamadelic Handbags

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has partnered with Olympia Le-Tan for a licensed purse collection that features designs from its retro-inspired art brand, Dreamadelic. The licensed collection will incude a range of high-end clutches and evening bags featuring Dreamadelic art pieces that will be hand embroidered by the Olympia Le-Tan designer fashion … [Read more...] about London Studio and Olympia Le-Tan Partner on Dreamadelic Handbags

Entertainment & Licensing Company Victura Launches at MIPCOM

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Victura Media, a new entertainment franchise company, was just unveiled at MIPCOM 2024 in Cannes. Victura was founded by entertainment executive Thom Chapman (pictured) and executive producer Gráinne McNamara, and is based in the UK and Canada. The company announced at its launch that it has already secured a slate of IP, which … [Read more...] about Entertainment & Licensing Company Victura Launches at MIPCOM

Crayola Colors Their Licensing World With BrandComply

TLL Staff Crayola, the world's most famous coloring company, has signed up as the latest licensor to adopt Octane5's BrandComply licensing software. Octane5 is a global leader in the licensing software and security sector. The company produces the BrandComply Licensing Enterpirse Platform, as well as Verity Security Hang Tags & Labels, and the new Licensee Express … [Read more...] about Crayola Colors Their Licensing World With BrandComply

Bed Bath & Beyond Signs Second Strategic Partnership in a Week

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kirkland's, Inc. has announced a major new strategic partnership with Beyond, Inc.'s Bed Bath & Beyond brand. The deal is aimed at rejuvenating the iconic retailer through a neighborhood store strategy, and includes a major financial investment from Beyond. This collaboration will see Kirkland's Home locations serve as the … [Read more...] about Bed Bath & Beyond Signs Second Strategic Partnership in a Week

Shaliquinn Designs Major Expansion for Dr. Seuss’ Minecraft Game

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Shaliquinn’s Schematics have launched an official Dr Seuss DLC for the Minecraft video game. Created by Shaliquinn’s Schematics, the officially licensed Minecraft DLC features three distinct levels that include a variety of characters, settings and story inspiration from classic Dr Seuss properties like The … [Read more...] about Shaliquinn Designs Major Expansion for Dr. Seuss’ Minecraft Game

Hugo Launches The Nightmare Before Christmas Capsule Collection

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Hugo brand has launched a licensed fashion collection, inspired by Disney's classic stop-motion animated film, The Nightmare Before Christmas. The Nightmare Before Christmas x Hugo collection includes a range of sweatshirts, t-shirts, hoodies, pajamas, socks, a scarf, a tie, a beanie and sneakers that feature iconography inspired … [Read more...] about Hugo Launches The Nightmare Before Christmas Capsule Collection