TLL Staff Hidden Pigeon Company has extended its partnership with Union Square & Co. to develop licensed books featuring Mo Willems’ beloved characters. Hidden Pigeon (HPC) was co-founded by Willems, who is a bestselling children’s book author. The new 10-year agreement expands their collaboration and will introduce a variety of new titles for the Union Square Kids … [Read more...] about Union Square to Release Licensed Books Based On Mo Willems’ Characters
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Unilever to Sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Unilever has announced that it has received a binding offer from plant-based food company Vivera to acquire The Vegetarian Butcher. The brand, founded by Jaap Korteweg, was purchased by Unilever in 2018 and has since achieved strong double-digit growth, expanding to over 55 markets worldwide across retail and foodservice sectors. The … [Read more...] about Unilever to Sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
Russell Athletic and For Bare Feet Step Into Licensing Partnership
TLL Staff Russell Athletic and For Bare Feet are putting their best foot forward with a new licensing partnership that will bring a premium sock collection to market. Set to launch in Fall 2025, the collection blends Russell Athletic’s deep-rooted sports heritage with For Bare Feet’s expertise in crafting high-quality, performance-driven socks. The upcoming lineup will … [Read more...] about Russell Athletic and For Bare Feet Step Into Licensing Partnership
Global Merchandising Services Named Exclusive Licensing Agent for BlackCraft
TLL Staff Global Merchandising Services has been appointed as the exclusive global licensing agent for BlackCraft, a Southern California-based alternative lifestyle brand. GMS is an international music, celebrity, and lifestyle merchandising company. The partnership aims to expand BlackCraft’s retail presence, introduce new product categories, and extend the brand’s global … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Services Named Exclusive Licensing Agent for BlackCraft
SeaWorld and Baby Shark Make a Splash with New Park Experience
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief SeaWorld and The Pinkfong Company are teaming up for a fintastic celebration marking a decade of the beloved children’s character Baby Shark. The collaboration will bring exclusive live character interactions, themed attractions, and the premiere of a brand-new Baby Shark music video to SeaWorld parks across the country. Starting April … [Read more...] about SeaWorld and Baby Shark Make a Splash with New Park Experience
Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
NYX Professional Makeup Launches 'A Minecraft Movie' Collection NYX Professional Makeup has introduced a new limited-edition makeup collection inspired by A Minecraft Movie, the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game. The beauty brand, known for its collaborations with pop culture franchises, has partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures to bring the pixelated … [Read more...] about Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Who’s News: Authentic Brands Group Appoints Sanjeet Mehta as EVP, Head of India
TLL Staff Former Disney exec Sanjeet Mehta has been appointed Head of India by the global brand and licensing giant Authentic Brands Group. Mehta brings more than 25 years of experience across retail, sales, business development and marketing. ABG says he has demonstrated a proven track record in overseeing large-scale operations, spearheading startups and working in highly … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Authentic Brands Group Appoints Sanjeet Mehta as EVP, Head of India
Peanuts Celebrates 75 Years with Poetic Brands Partnership
TLL Staff Poetic Brands has announced a new licensing agreement to design, manufacture, and distribute baby fashion apparel, essentials, and accessories in the UK featuring Snoopy and the Peanuts characters. The deal will allow Poetic Brands to expand its offerings with a beloved brand known for its nostalgic and cross-generational appeal. The upcoming collection, set to … [Read more...] about Peanuts Celebrates 75 Years with Poetic Brands Partnership
Global Licensing Group Launches Licensing Unlocked to Educate Industry Professionals
TLL Staff The Global Licensing Group has unveiled Licensing Unlocked, an educational program designed to bridge the knowledge gap for licensing industry newcomers and provide ongoing learning for seasoned professionals. Developed in partnership with Licensing International, Licensing Unlocked is the first program of its kind to offer online educational sessions both live … [Read more...] about Global Licensing Group Launches Licensing Unlocked to Educate Industry Professionals
OECD Report: Tariff Trade Winds to Slow Global Economic Growth
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global economy is in for a rough ride as US trade tariffs are expected to cause a widespread decline in GDP growth. The OECD (the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, representing the world's richest economies) headed their interim report in March with a photo of a ship being battered by heavy seas (above), a metaphor … [Read more...] about OECD Report: Tariff Trade Winds to Slow Global Economic Growth