Piping Hot is the original surfing lifestyle brand born in 1975 in Australia’s surfing hotspot, Torquay, during the heady years of the global surfing revolution. Year after year the company has grown relative to the public’s appetite for lifestyle goods encapsulating the surfing philosophy and in 1998, when Piping Hot formed a licensing agreement with [...] -More-
Tinderbox to extend digital properties to consumer products through licensing -More-
5 June 2013 (LONDON) — Bulldog Licensing, one of the UK’s leading licensing agencies, has announced that it is expanding into the US market through a brand new subsidiary – Bulldog Licensing Inc. With an office in New York, the new company will be managed by Laurie Windrow as Managing Director. Laurie has more than 20 [...] -More-
TCM/Turner Classic Movies, The Miss Universe Organization and PBS Kids all sign on to holistic approach May 29, 2013 – Parham Santana, The Brand Extension Agency, has launched a new division that offers a holistic approach to licensing from research, strategy, design, sales representation, and program management. After 25 years of success as a creative [...] -More-
LIMA is saddened to learn of the passing of long-time member Catharine Bushnell after a long battle with brain cancer. Together with her late husband, H Michael Sisson, Catharine was one of the original members of the licensing industry and was instrumental in the development of the Licensing Industry Association (which later merged with the [...] -More-
Rubie’s Pet Shop Boutique Offers a New Line of Pet Costumes and Accessories MELVILLE, NY (May 23, 2013) – Rubie’s Pet Shop Boutique, a division of Rubie’s Costume Company, Inc is proud to offer a new line of pet costumes and accessories. Designed for the fashion forward pet, the collection features hundreds of non-licensed and [...] -More-
Manila, Philippines – VuQo Inc., creators of VuQo Vodka, the world’s first and only coconut-distilled vodka, announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement with Playboy Enterprises to develop a new super premium vodka available exclusively across select countries in Asia. Broad Street Licensing Group, Playboy’s global licensing agency in spirits, brokered the deal. [...] -More-
The internationally renowned intellectual property law firm founded by Charles (“Chuck”) Grimes in 1980 that has operated under multiple names during its history – initially Kontler & Grimes, LLP and most recently Grimes & Battersby, LLC – is pleased to announce that it has: Opened a Naples, Florida office; Expanded its professional service [...] -More-
Bhopal, May 2013: It’s time for another achievement for Purple Turtle. This kid’s luxury brand had already crossed the boundaries of the country and is a known name around the world. Now a new feather to its cap is the association of Purple Turtle with the world known brand The Licensing Group. Danny Simon of [...] -More-
The Top Pre-School Property Announced Deal With a Leading Multi-national Publisher MOSCOW, May, 14, 2013 – Animaccord Animation Studios, producers and owners of the massively successful animated pre-school property announced that Masha and The Bear have been chosen by Panini Group to launch their famous sticker albums in Russia and Ukraine. Being the top pre-school, [...] -More-
The Groundbreaking Stop-Motion Animator to Create 12 New Vine Videos for the Peanuts Gang New York (May 13, 2013) – Peanuts Worldwide today announced that it has signed a deal with Khoa Phan, the celebrated stop-motion animator whose whimsical and ingenious videos using Vine, Twitter’s video-based social media app, have attracted thousands of followers—and the [...] -More-
NEW YORK (May 6, 2013) – 1928 Jewelry Company has been granted the license to produce an extensive line of Downton Abbey™ jewelry including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches, rings, hair jewelry, as well as men’s cufflinks and more. The deal was brokered by Knockout Licensing as the agency responsible for managing the Downton Abbey licensing [...] -More-
Greg Battersby has announced the formation of The Battersby Law Group in Westport, CT. The firm will concentrate on intellectual property and licensing matters. Since 1995, Battersby has been the General Counsel for LIMA and, in 2009, was inducted into its Licensing Hall of Fame. He had previously been one of the founding partners in Grimes [...] -More-
NEW YORK, May 2, 2013 – Seltzer Licensing Group, the exclusive global licensing agency for ScottsMiracle-Gro (NYSE SMG), the world’s largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, announces four new licensing partners: Acme United (bladed lawn and garden tools) Swan Products (hoses and water accessories) Radius Garden (ergonomic gardening hand tools) Bond Manufacturing [...] -More-
All-American Licensing & Management Group (AALMG) announced that two top industry executives, Al Ovadia and Lisa Berlin-Wright will join the agency to more fully develop the company’s licensing, endorsement and promotions opportunities from their growing portfolio of celebrities and corporate brands. “We’re very thrilled to have Lisa join the agency. We’ve worked with Lisa for [...] -More-
Parham Santana helps educational brand build on the power of Sesame Street Muppets to make emotional connections April 29, 2013 – Parham Santana, The Brand Extension Agency, collaborated with Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, to refresh its licensed consumer products packaging worldwide. Parham Santana discovered a key insight that drove the redesign: [...] -More-
First Russian company to exhibit in the history of the show MOSCOW, April, 30, 2013 – As a keystone of the launch of their major international expansion, Animaccord Animation Studios, producers and owners of the massively successful animated brand Masha and The Bear, announced today that the company will exhibit at Licensing Expo in Las [...] -More-
New York, NY – April 26, 2013 – Slazenger announces a new three year licensing agreement with Y & S Handbags Inc. (Y&S) for a line of accessories to include hosiery, bags and headwear. The athletic fashion accessories are scheduled to debut across the U.S. this summer. “Y & S Handbags has a strong history [...] -More-
Manila, Philippines – VuQo Inc., creators of VuQo Vodka, the world’s first and only coconut-distilled vodka, announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement with Playboy Enterprises to develop a new super premium vodka available exclusively across select countries in Asia. Broad Street Licensing Group, Playboy’s global licensing agency in spirits, brokered the deal. [...] -More-
Yash Raj Films Pvt. Ltd. (YRF), is India’s leading film studio, having created many of the country’s most popular and memorable theatrical films; classics such as Silsila, Kabhi Kabhie, Lamhe, DDLJ to more contemporary titles including Ek Tha Tiger, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, and its iconic Dhoom franchise which set benchmarks for action films. In [...] -More-
Bradford Exchange, Danbury Mint, and Kurt Adler Are Newest Downton Abbey Licensees NEW YORK (April 24, 2013) – Fans of the hit television series Downton Abbey™ will be pleased to learn that Knockout Licensing has signed a trio of licensees, each known for their fine collectible and heirloom-quality products. “These new Downton Abbey licensees all [...] -More-
Hello Kitty World to open in Istanbul on May 29, 2013 Hello Kitty has come to Istanbul to open her first concept store in the world, thanks to Sanrio and Peritozu Company which is investing US$15 Million in a 3000 sq. meter commercial area. Everything from motorcycles to bags, accessories, shoes, fashion products, diamonds, beddings [...] -More-
MELVILLE, NY (April 23, 2013) – Rubie’s Costume Company Inc. is proud to announce and welcome Stephen Stanley as the company’s new Managing Director of Licensing and Business Development. Stanley comes to Rubie’s with over 20 years of experience in the licensing industry, most recently as the Senior Vice President of Global Licensing at Jakks [...] -More-
The top-rated recipe app from Publications International, Ltd. invites families in to the kitchen for some Silly Snacks with new downloadable recipes from Sesame Street® -More-
Worldwide Deal to Bring Product to Market this Holiday Season Sunrise, FL – April 16, 2013 – Mojang, developer and publisher of the global video game sensation, Minecraft, formally announced Jazwares™, a leader in the licensed products marketplace, as a global partner for toys and electronics. Building from the core pillars of the brand, the [...] -More-
Sub-Agents Appointed in UK, France and Australia; Blueprint Collections, Global Licensing Are Newest UK Licensees NEW YORK (April 10, 2013) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Tamra Knepfer and Carole Postal today announced the appointment of sub-agents in the United Kingdom, France and Australia to locally manage international licensing programs for Boo – The World’s Cutest Dog™, [...] -More-
New York, NY (April 11, 2013) – Iconix Brand Group today announced it has appointed Carolann Dunn to the newly created role of Executive Director of Hard Goods for Peanuts Worldwide and Iconix Entertainment. Effective immediately, Dunn will drive the new business and account management in the toys and games, HBA, gift, home decor, stationery, [...] -More-
Award-winning licensing agency Brandgenuity, LLC today announced the debut merchandising program for the raunchy, action-packed animated spy series, Archer, currently in its fourth blockbuster season on FX. Charter licensees for Archer include Abrams Books (calendars), Bioworld (apparel), Buckle-Down, Inc. (belts, key chains, wallets), Cryptozoic (board games and trading cards), Hyp (hats/headwear), ICUP (glassware), Scorpio (posters) [...] -More-
Mordecai and Rigby take their adventures to a whole new park when they get their first video game based on the Emmy® Award-winning Cartoon Network series LOS ANGELES – April 9, 2013 – D3Publisher (D3P) and Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) today announced a publishing agreement to create and publish video games based on Regular Show, [...] -More-
Nine Skylanders Giants-Themed Happy Meal Toys & $10 Coupon for Skylanders Giants -More-
Threadless’ Design Community to Create Original Regular Show Artwork for Graphic T-Shirts Cartoon Network’s Emmy® Award-winning Regular Show animated series sprung from the zany mind of creator and show-runner J.G. Quintel, but now the rad-tastic show is calling upon the members of Threadless’ global design community to reimagine the world of Mordecai and Rigby through [...] -More-
New York, NY (March 18, 2013) – Iconix Brand Group today announced it has appointed Craig Herman to Executive Director of Publishing for Peanuts Worldwide and Iconix Entertainment. Effective immediately, Herman will drive the editorial content of the publishing program for the Peanuts brand on a global basis, as well as transition the business to [...] -More-
The first workshop, focusing on improving presentation skills, to take place on Saturday, 11th May in central Tokyo As the Japanese market matures, creative content holders are seeking new business opportunities in international markets. To achieve success, effective English-language skills are paramount. The business English programs offered at English-language schools are too generalized and often [...] -More-
More Ways For Americans To Have A Special Relationship With “Joltin’ Joe” DiMaggio -More-
Two Entertainment Powerhouses Will Bring the Marvel Universe Alive With New Global Touring Productions Vienna, Virginia – - March 13, 2013 – - Feld Entertainment, Inc. and Marvel Entertainment, LLC announced today a groundbreaking agreement, which allows the companies to produce an unprecedented new show that brings Marvel characters and stories to life in live-action [...] -More-
March 11, 2013 – Planeta Junior Italy, who handles the licensing rights for the famous Jungle Book series, has awarded the Nestle Group the license for Easter 2013 chocolate eggs (150 gr). Jungle Book tells the extraordinary adventures of Mowgli and his friends in a fun and adventurous series that sees the protagonist grow and [...] -More-
The Debut Collection Reflects New Partnership Between Music, Sports and Lifestyle LOS ANGELES, CA – Sportiqe, the apparel brand that is known for bringing fashion to the fan, is proud to announce their newest partnership that will bridge the gap between fashion, music and sports. The launch of the first Grateful Dead by Sportiqe collection [...] -More-
Macclesfield, U.K. MARCH 5, 2013 – Chillingo, leading independent games publisher and division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced a partnership with licensor, Peanuts Worldwide to bring Snoopy Coaster to the App Store. “Peanuts is the most famous comic strip in the world with its beloved characters ranging from Snoopy and Charlie Brown [...] -More-
The global popularity of The Trash Pack has been proven this week, following the news of a boy in the UK netting at 155,000% profit for a limited edition Trash Pack figure; the story, which broke on 27th February, clearly indicates the status of this boy’s property declares the UK and France licensing agent, Lisle [...] -More-
MIAMI, February 26th – Halfbrick Studios and HAP Consulting are very proud to announce Exim Licensing Group as sub-agent for the Fruit Ninja licensing program for the Latin America region. As one of the world’s most popular games, Fruit Ninja was developed by the recognized Australian studio Halfbrick. The Game, that currently has more than [...] -More-
NEW YORK, February 3, 2013 – Seltzer Licensing Group announced today its new partnership with The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company as exclusive global licensing agent. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company is a leading global marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products. Seltzer Licensing Group will be focusing its efforts on the Scotts, Miracle-Gro and Ortho brands. [...] -More-
Popular Sesame Street Apps Also Offered as Part of Kindle FreeTime Unlimited -More-
(Cincinnati, Ohio) February 14, 2013 – Fazoli’s Restaurants and The Valen Group come together to create a range of refrigerated, Italian inspired entrees and sides available at grocery stores. The Valen Group, a leading growth strategy consulting and strategic brand licensing firm specializing in food and beverage partnerships, announced today that after a comprehensive strategic [...] -More-
Cartoon Network Enterprises Adds Three New Partners – and New Products from Existing Partners – to Robust Apparel and Accessories Program for Emmy® Award-Winning Series Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) has signed three new apparel and accessories companies to join its bodacious roster of licensing partners for its Emmy® Award-winning television series “Regular Show,” it was [...] -More-
Creative Licensing Corporation is pleased to announce its newest worldwide representation for merchandise licensing—Drive, the hit movie starring Ryan Gosling. Released in 2011, Nicolas Winding Refn, the film’s director won the Best Director award for Drive at the Cannes Film Festival. The stylish Oscar- and Golden Globe-nominated movie won numerous awards in 2012 for best [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif. & NEW YORK — Leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK), announced today it has been appointed as the North American Master Toy Licensee by Univision Communications Inc., the leading media company serving Hispanic America, to manufacture, distribute and market a line of toys inspired by “El Chavo,” the highly popular comedy [...] -More-
Highlights from Expanding Roster of Toys and Games Based on Hit Series Include MONOPOLY®, Role Play Items and Vinyl Toys -More-
Diverse Toy Range to Roll Out in North American Markets Beginning Spring 2013 -More-
(Cincinnati, Ohio) February 14, 2013 – Fazoli’s Restaurants and The Valen Group come together to create a range of refrigerated, Italian inspired entrees and sides available at grocery stores. The Valen Group, a leading growth strategy consulting and strategic brand licensing firm specializing in food and beverage partnerships, announced today that after a comprehensive strategic [...] -More-
(Cincinnati, Ohio) February 11, 2013 – The Valen Group, a leading growth strategy consulting, innovation and strategic brand licensing firm specializing in food and beverage partnerships, announces that Sean Heitkemper has joined the firm as Director of Business Development. Sean brings a wealth of experience in identifying and developing new client relationships. His background includes [...] -More-
TOKYO, February 1, 2013 – Taking inspiration from vintage Coca-Cola vendor wear, Japanese designer NIGO®, is today unveiling a new line of menswear that reinterprets iconic work wear from the early 10th century. NIGO®, a famed street culture purveyor and former A Bathing Ape creator, is launching the collection with Japan’s most iconic boutique, Beams, [...] -More-
Nestlé Crunch Girl Scout Cookie Candy Bars Wins Handily in First Annual Survey Fielded in Partnership With Adweek Magazine New York, NY – February 4, 2013 – Parham Santana, The Brand Extension Agency, has teamed up with Adweek magazine to determine the Best and Worst Brand Extensions of 2012. Over 11,000 respondents participated in the [...] -More-
Talking Friends Partners with Paper House Productions Outfit7, the global entertainment company behind the popular Talking Friends apps, recently announced a partnership with Paper House Productions for a full collection of regular and 3D stickers, magnets, and wall décor. Leveraging the characters from the mobile universe, this partnership will allow fans the ability to interact with [...] -More-
AURORA, Ill. (February 7, 2013) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, the world’s largest and most popular touring monster truck property which performs in front of four million spectators annually, has signed multiple new licensees including two new toy partners. “We are thrilled to be expanding the Monster Jam [...] -More-
Global Brand Licensing Agency Retains Former CFO, Global Consumer Products at Sesame Workshop to Oversee Finance and Operations -More-
Leaf U.K. Announce Plans to Extend the Iconic Chewits Confectionery Brand, Represented by Leading Brand Licensing Agency Beanstalk -More-
The 24IP Law Group is pleased to announce the firm of Ferdinand IP LLC as a new member to its ranks, operating offices in New York City and Westport, CT. Due this expansion, the 24IP Law Group enhances its capabilities in the US market, in particular in the fields of fashion, consumer products, entertainment, celebrities [...] -More-
The 24IP Law Group is pleased to announce the firm of Ferdinand IP LLC as a new member to its ranks, operating offices in New York City and Westport, CT. Due this expansion, the 24IP Law Group enhances its capabilities in the US market, in particular in the fields of fashion, consumer products, entertainment, celebrities [...] -More-
Joester Loria Group secures new deal for Mountain Dew to extend its Green Label Exclusives program with Society Original Products, partnership debuted at Agenda. -More-
January 28, 2013— Discovery Communications, the world’s number one nonfiction media company, announced today a new agreement with Browntrout Publishers, Inc. for an Animal Planet-branded 2014 calendar line for the U.S. and Canada. The new line is the latest addition to a robust assortment of Animal Planet lifestyle and pet product offerings. Set to debut [...] -More-
Those wanting to attend UTI can submit videos, for a chance to receive $20,000 in tuition assistance -More-
NEW YORK– Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Carole Postal and Tamra Knepfer today announced that they have added Cryptozoic Entertainment to the Downton Abbey™ licensing program in North America and have extended deals with two existing licensees. •New licensee Cryptozoic Entertainment (www.cryptozoic.com) will produce and distribute a line of Downton Abbey collectible trading cards and trading card [...] -More-
Beanstalk rounds-up a host of licensed products showcased at CES from its world-class client roster. · AT&T o Client AT&T and Concept 101 were awarded a CES Innovation Award for its new branded sonic absolute speakers with 3D sound embedded technologies. Concept 101 also showcased its AT&T Bluetooth-enabled Portable Speakers featured in various finishes [...] -More-
Licensing Deal Marks First-Ever Sports Agreement All-New Collection to Debut April 2013 LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2013 – Diaper Dude, the original bag for dad and lifestyle accessory brand, today announced a licensing agreement with Major League Baseball Properties (MLBP) marking Diaper Dude’s first-ever sports deal. The agreement allows for use of MLB marks, including [...] -More-
8 Duck Dynasty Licensees Join the Family as Brandgenuity Expands Licensing for A&E’s Hit Show New York, NY (January 15, 2013) – As fans flock to DUCK DYNASTY, A&E’s top rated show, the network’s exclusive licensing agency, Brandgenuity, has secured new licensing partnerships in a variety of categories including apparel, accessories, toys and more. In [...] -More-
CHICAGO – January 15, 2013—Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, and Sourcebooks, a leading independent publisher and developer, announce the forthcoming addition of two Sesame Street books to Put Me In The Story, the innovative, personalized children’s book iPad app and website launched by Sourcebooks in November. The beloved classic Elmo Loves [...] -More-
Space Enterprises, leading merchandising and licensing agents for a range of exceptional properties in the UK, has appointed The Joester Loria Group as the exclusive licensing agent for The Hive in North America. The Joester Loria Group, a full-service licensing and marketing agency recognized for its strategic brand-building , will develop a retail driven licensing [...] -More-
The popular lollipop brand has made a sweet debut of the year by signing an array of new licenses to be launched in 2013. After the success of the licensing fair in London, where the brand took us back to our childhood with a sweetshop taken out of the fifties as a tribute to its [...] -More-
Skylanders Giants U.S. Sales Surpass Domestic Holiday Box Office for Top Kids’ Films -More-
Award-Winning Veteran Brings Track Record of Creativity, Growth and Extensive Retail Background to Help Transform Fox Brand Across EMEA -More-
Strategic partnerships with Sony Music and CTS Eventim established -More-
LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 8, 2013– DreamPlay Toys, LLC (DreamPlay), the joint venture between NantWorks LLC and JAKKS Pacific, Inc., debuted Disney-branded DreamPlayTM products, the next generation of interactive technology-based toys, at the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. DreamPlay products will incorporate NantWorks’ groundbreaking iDTM image recognition technology, a robust recognition platform that [...] -More-
New York, NY & MONTCLAIR, NJ – January 7, 2013 – Bravado, the world’s leading global music merchandising company, has partnered with The Wish Factory Inc., an on-trend youth marketing and product development group widely known as a leader in the licensing industry, to develop an exclusive line of merchandise for breakout superstar Carly Rae [...] -More-
New York (January 7, 2013) – Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICON) today announced it has appointed Leigh Anne Brodsky to the position of Managing Director of Peanuts Worldwide, a joint venture with Charles M. Schulz Creative Associates. In her new role, which is effective immediately, Brodsky will oversee the global business for the Peanuts [...] -More-
Pass Go… With the Fab Four -More-
NEW YORK (December 20, 2012) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Carole Postal and Tamra Knepfer today announced that their agency has been appointed by Andersen Press to build and manage the licensing program for David McKee’s ELMER The Patchwork Elephant™ for North America. ELMER is the brightly colored patchwork elephant star of British-born author & illustrator [...] -More-
P/K Lifestyles Partners with HGTV Home for Decorative Fabric Collections -More-
Producer of Sesame Street Releases Best Practices for Apps and eBooks Based on Proprietary Research -More-
America’s Leading Non-Chocolate Candy Brand’s Licensing Program is ‘Out of Control’ -More-
GLENDALE, Calif., Dec. 10, 2012 — DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA) today announced that Michael Francis has been named to the newly created position of Chief Global Brand Officer. In this capacity, Francis will be responsible for DreamWorks Animation’s worldwide branding initiatives, including the branding of all of the intellectual property associated with the [...] -More-
– One of the World’s Largest Coca-Cola Merchandise Assortments to Live on HSN.com – – HSN Cares to Launch Campaign for Heart Health with Special Diet Coke, The Heart Truth® Partnership in February – ST. PETERSBURG, FL and ATLANTA, GA (December 6, 2012) – Leading multichannel retailer, HSN announced today it will be partnering with [...] -More-
Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Feld Motor Sports announce the world-famous mystery solving canine, Scooby-Doo, will be touring and competing at Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam in 2013. -More-
New York Knicks are Top-Selling Team for First Time Since 2004 NEW YORK, Nov 28, 2012 – Reigning NBA Finals MVP LeBron James of the Miami Heat reclaims the No.1 spot on the NBA top-selling jerseys list and the New York Knicks are the top-selling team for the first time since December 2004. The list [...] -More-
New Lifestyle Brand Inspired by Popular Tamagotchi® Property Provides Online “Hub” for Fashion, Food and Fun at www.tamagotchilife.com “Hometown Heroes” Program Celebrates Caring Citizens and Original Webisodes Highlight Fascinating Trends and People TOKYO and LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2012) – Bandai Co., Ltd., one of the world’s largest toy companies, today launched the first-ever Website [...] -More-
NEW YORK (November 20, 2012) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Tamra Knepfer and Carole Postal today announced six additional licensees for BOO – The World’s Cutest Dog™, the adorable Facebook sensation with over 5.8 million fans (and growing). •Accessory Innovations has been granted rights to manufacture and market BOO bags, backpacks, totes, rolling luggage, wallets, and [...] -More-
NEW YORK (November 15, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a trio of new It’s Happy Bunny™ licensees: two in the USA and one in Europe. In the United States, CopCorp has signed two new American licensees. •Evy of California (www.evy.com) has been granted rights to manufacture and market It’s Happy Bunny [...] -More-
TLS to Support Earthbound’s Brand Development of Rogers’ Publishing Brand Portfolio TORONTO – November 15, 2012 – Earthbound LLC announced today the appointment of The Licensing Shop Inc. (TLS) as their Canadian representative. The Licensing Shop will be representing lead consumer brands from Rogers Publishing including: •Chatelaine — Canada’s leading women’s media brand makes the [...] -More-
Agreement grows important revenue stream for student scholarships, enhances social responsibility The Ohio State University today announced that J. America and Fanatics, Inc. have been named the university’s licensed apparel and retail partners. This is a result of a rigorous selection process requiring demonstrated commitment to both Ohio-based business and socially responsible business practices. The [...] -More-
Available Now at BleacherCreatureToys.com, NBAStore.com and the NBA Store on Fifth Avenue in NYC PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA. – Nov. 8, 2012 – Bleacher Creatures and the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today the official launch of an NBA plush doll collection. The new line of 14-inch plush doll characters features several NBA players including: Carmelo [...] -More-
New York (November 8, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced that H.E.R. Accessories has been granted the right to make and market costume jewelry inspired by author E L James’s best-selling Fifty Shades book trilogy. “H.E.R. Accessories incorporated various signature items and catchphrases from the books into designs for its Fifty Shades [...] -More-
Loyal fans of brewery, band asked to suggest an ingredient Dogfish Head Craft Brewery and Grateful Dead, two pioneers who built their followings by connecting directly with beer lovers and music lovers, are collaborating on the newest beer in Dogfish’s line of off-centered ales. Working in that happy place between creative ideas and like-minded people, [...] -More-
– Highlights of 100-Piece Lineup Include All Stars of Yesterday and Today with Fans Determining Future Releases – New York, Oct. 23, 2012 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced a partnership with RareInk to offer a collection of cutting-edge, limited-edition artwork featuring NBA players, historical moments and legendary teams. Available on RareInk.com, the [...] -More-
BURR RIDGE, IL, October 24 2012 – PersonalizationMall.com, the premier online retailer of made-to-order gifts for all of life’s celebrations, and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have announced a partnership that will give sports fans new options for custom-made gifts that feature NBA logos. “This partnership with PersonalizationMall.com adds a new dimension to our current [...] -More-
NEW YORK (October 23, 2012) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Carole Postal and Tamra Knepfer today announced Workman Publishing Company (www.workman.com) and Wonder-Shirts (www.wonder-shirts.com) as the two newest U.S. licensees for Downton Abbey™. Workman will produce and sell a Downton Abbey 2013 Engagement Diary featuring images and lines of dialogue from the popular and award-winning television [...] -More-
Kranked® Bike Co. of Vancouver, Canada and The Licensing Lab, based in Seattle, Washington have signed an exclusive Agency Agreement building on the licensor’s strategy to leverage its intellectual property and build it’s brand across regions and categories in order to ensure the steady strategic growth of it’s brand. Kranked, known as the original downhill [...] -More-
GOLDEN, Colo.–The Boppy ® Company, maker of the award-winning Boppy® Feeding and Infant Support Pillow, announced today that after a comprehensive agency search it has named Brandgenuity to be its exclusive licensing agency of record. Brandgenuity will help the Boppy brand expand beyond its core baby and prenatal products to a wide range of smart [...] -More-
– First Professional Sports Team Deal for Leg Avenue – New York, Oct. 4, 2012 – The National Basketball Association announced today a new line of NBA Halloween costumes created by Leg Avenue. The collection features dance team costumes for a variety of teams, including the Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat, New York Knicks [...] -More-
Monster High™ Pop Grrl Nail Charms Set to Hit Stores in October MONTCLAIR, NJ — October 1, 2012 – The Wish Factory, the on-trend children’s consumer products company and leader in the toy and licensing industries has partnered with Mattel, Inc. to bring the Monster High™ license to the Pop Grrl Brand. Monster High™, the [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES & MALIBU, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct. 1, 2012– Leading toy manufacturer JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq:JAKK) and technology innovator NantWorks LLC, entered into definitive agreements to create a joint venture company, “DreamPlay Toys LLC” to develop, market and sell toys and consumer products incorporating NantWorks’ proprietary iD (iDream) image recognition technology. This novel technology enables the [...] -More-
Fight My Monster™ Expands Global Reach San Francisco, September 23, 2012- Dimensional Branding Group (“DBG”), a San Francisco bay area based brand extension company today announced the appointment of Lisle International LLP (Lisle) as its exclusive licensing agency of record for the Fight My Monster brand in the UK and Eire. Lisle will work directly [...] -More-
MONTCLAIR, NJ – September 27, 2012 – The Wish Factory Inc., the on-trend children’s consumer products company and leader in the toy and licensing industries, has been named a licensee for America’s favorite soft pretzel SUPERPRETZEL® Soft Pretzels through a strategic licensing agreement with Design Plus. The Wish Factory will be producing at-home SUPERPRETZEL® Soft [...] -More-
The production company releases its Lua’s World preschool series for international distribution The new Egyxos, Magiki, Camille and Vicky the Viking 3D lead the company’s range of productions Planeta Junior, a leading European production and distribution company specialized in children’s and youth audiovisual programming, is set to participate in MIPJunior (October 6 & 7, in [...] -More-
Largest online game for kids & families partners with leading agency for a line of spellbinding products New York, NY (September 26, 2012) – KingsIsle Entertainment, the developer and publisher behind the popular online family game Wizard101, has selected Brandgenuity LLC as its exclusive licensing agency. Brandgenuity will leverage Wizard101’s epic storyline, cinematic scope, and [...] -More-
Artisan, premium crisp brand Burts Chips and Guinness are proud to announce the launch of the world’s first Guinness flavoured crisps, in a move that’s set to mark one of the biggest launches the snack category has seen in years in a deal brokered by global licensing firm Broad Street Licensing Group. Guinness Burts Chips, [...] -More-
Los Angeles, CA (September 20, 2012) – Like upgrades prior to the recent London Olympics that made a great city even better, Dependable Solutions, Inc. (DSI) is proud to introduce its newest licensing compliance solutions at Brand Licensing Europe. DSI, the leading provider of brand licensing systems for licensors, agents and licensees, will unveil its [...] -More-
Flash-Retailer Launches First Garfield Event September 19 at Midnight TORONTO – September 18, 2012 – Today ShirtPunch Inc. announced that they were officially licensed and set to take the Paws Inc. beloved character GARFIELD into the 24-hour flash retail arena globally this September 19 starting at midnight. www.shirtpunch.com GARFIELD, the lasagna-loving and cynical fat cat, [...] -More-
MrNussbaum.com Educational Content to be Pre-loaded On Kurio7 Family Tablets Worldwide New York – September 10, 2012 – Carlin West Agency LLC (CWA), a creative shop of brand custodians, marketers and licensing strategists, announces today that it has been named agency of record for popular K-8 education site MrNussbaum.com and the Mr. Nussbaum brand. MrNussbaum.com [...] -More-
NEW YORK (September 6, 2012) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Tamra Knepfer and Carole Postal today announced six new licensees for BOO – The World’s Cutest Dog™, the adorable Facebook sensation with over 5.1 million fans (and growing). • Calendar Holdings (www.calendarholdings.com) has been granted rights to utilize images of BOO on 1000-piece Jigsaw Puzzles and [...] -More-
Los Angeles, CA., September 5, 2012 — Dan Kletzky’s Los Angeles-based ENTERTAINMENT LICENSING ASSOCIATES (ELA) today announced the formation of a joint venture with Tokyo based Kaliya K.K., headed by Kei Hiroki. The joint venture will seek to acquire, adapt, develop, produce and license films, anime, manga, video games, toys and other Japanese intellectual property [...] -More-
ATLANTA, September 2012 – Launching this fall, Coca-Cola Worldwide Licensing has curated an assortment of new and iconic licensing products which add to the enjoyment of drinking an ice-cold Coca-Cola with family and friends. The vision for Coca-Cola Worldwide Licensing partnering with industry leaders is to find unique and innovative ways to enrich the way [...] -More-
Redan Publishing, the UK’s leading independent publisher of children’s magazines is launching a dedicated licensing division, Redan Alchemy LLP to represent their IP rights, in-house characters and third party brands for licensing. Redan’s portfolio of titles includes the UK’s number one and two best selling pre-school titles in their Fun To Learn® range and also [...] -More-
Joltin’ Joe Espresso beverage to launch nationwide in September Hollywood, Fla (August 30, 2012) – Joe DiMaggio’s iconic brand has teamed with AriZona Beverages to launch a new drink, called Joltin’ Joe™ which will be available nationwide from mid-September. Joltin’ Joe is a smooth-tasting, lightly carbonated ready-to-drink espresso that can be enjoyed whenever there is [...] -More-
LOUISVILLE, Ky., August 20, 2012 – IMC, a full-service global agency specializing in strategic partnerships that help its clients innovate, announced today that it has negotiated a new licensing agreement for Borghese, Inc., a leading global cosmetic, skincare, fragrance and spa company, to produce a luxury collection of hospitality bedding, bath and dining textile products. [...] -More-
Domo Photo-Sharing Mobile Application for Apple Devices Allows Users to Customize Personal Photos with Images of the Pop Culture Icon New York, NY, August 21, 2012 – Japanese mascot turned viral sensation Domo has been popping up everywhere and now even in your personal photos! Branded entertainment company Big Tent Entertainment announced today a licensing [...] -More-
Manhattan Beach, CA – August 13 2012: Mr. Bean starred in the ultimate British showcase with his performance at the Olympic Opening Ceremony, and was a global hit! Reminding old fans of his quirky humor and intriguing new ones with his unusual behavior, Mr. Bean stole the show; managing in a very short sequence to [...] -More-
Full Line of Costumes Based on Network’s Smash Hit Adventure Time and Classic Icons The Powerpuff Girls Debut this Month at Spirit Halloween Retail Stores and Online It’s costume time! Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE), the licensing and merchandising arm of Cartoon Network, and Spirit Halloween, the country’s leading seasonal Halloween retailer, announced today a yearlong [...] -More-
NBAStore.eu To Launch in September and Offer Fans a Wide Range of NBA-branded Products LONDON – August 13, 2012: The NBA today announced a multi-year partnership with Kitbag, Europe’s leading online sports retailer, to launch the league’s official online store for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Set to launch in September 2012, NBAStore.eu will [...] -More-
FREEZE, HYP, and LFUSA/Briefly Stated Are Anchor Licensees for Best-Selling Fifty Shades of Grey NEW YORK (August 13, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the first three licensees for the best-selling book franchise Fifty Shades of Grey in North America. •FREEZE Clothing (www.freeze-ny.com), a division of Central Mills, has locked up the [...] -More-
NEW YORK (August 1, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced Evy of California (www.evy.com) and JCorp (www.jcorp.ca) as the newest addition to the growing licensing roster for Zoodorable™, the colorful and uplifting property from American pop artist / illustrator Han L. Lee. • Evy of California has been granted the rights to [...] -More-
GREAT NECK, NY – August 3, 2012 – i-Star Entertainment, a privately owned company which has earned a reputation for identifying and creating some of the hottest and most innovative kids products, announced today it has entered into an agreement with Global Merchandising Services who represent the worldwide merchandising rights for 1D/ One Direction. i-Star [...] -More-
Zazzle and Axeso-Mode Join It’s Happy Bunny Licensing Roster, Bare Tree Media Launches “It’s Snappy Bunny” App for iOS Devices NEW YORK (July 18, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a pair of new licensees as well as the launch of a new Digital App for Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™, the [...] -More-
The Line Premieres at Comic-Con International and Includes a Limited Edition Comic-Con Exclusive (Boston, MA – June 19, 2012) — Mimoco, creator of the MIMOBOT® line of designer USB flash drives and MIMOMICRO® card readers, and Cartoon Network Enterprises, the licensing and merchandising arm of the television network, announce a brand-new partnership that will bring [...] -More-
International Licensing Expo, Las Vegas, NV. (June 12, 2012) –– What on Earth is Going On?! Award-winning toy manufacturer MGA Entertainment, makers of the hit toy franchises Bratz®, Lalaloopsy™ and Little Tikes®, in partnership with Justice, the hottest destination for tween apparel, accessories and lifestyle products, announces the terrestrial landing of Novi Stars™. Available at [...] -More-
Monday, 18 June 2012 –LONDON –Bulldog Licensing – UK representative for the Garfield brand – has announced that the legendary cartoon cat will soon be making his debut on leading print on demand greetings site Moonpig. As one of the world’s most recognizable characters, Garfield needs little introduction – the cartoon strip featuring the acerbic [...] -More-
New York, NY- June 7, 2012 – LMCA (Leveraged Marketing Corporation of America), the world’s premier agency for strategic brand extension licensing for more than 25 years, is proud to announce an exclusive licensing representation partnership with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. With extensive experience in North America, Europe, Asia and other emerging markets, [...] -More-
New York, NY, June 7, 2012. The Brand Liaison is excited to represent artist, designer and writer Russ LaChanse and will feature Russ LaChanse art and character properties at the Brand Liaison Booth at the International Licensing Expo on June 12-14 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Booth 5969. Russ LaChanse is [...] -More-
Brandgenuity welcomes the beloved alligator hunter to booth #6162 at 4:00PM on Tuesday June 12, 2012. HISTORY®’s Swamp People is the story of the American spirit, of the lost art of doing things the right way and of the unyielding desire to preserve a dying way of life from the encroaching modern world. Brandgenuity will [...] -More-
LAS VEGAS (June 6, 2012) – Knockout Licensing Co-Presidents Carole Postal and Tamra Knepfer today announced that their agency has been appointed by NBCUniversal International Television Production to launch and manage the licensing program for the Downton Abbey™ entertainment brand in the US & Canada. “Audiences around the world have connected with Downton Abbey and [...] -More-
The Las Vegas Licensing Expo 2012 is approaching, and we are delighted to inform you that the premiere and the only privately owned film studio in India, Yash Raj Films, will be present at this year’s Expo, proudly presenting its extended vision of Bollywood Licensing and Merchandising with the Studio’s outstanding catalogue of memorable movies, [...] -More-
Irvine, CA—Brentwood Licensing is excited to announce three new licensing deals for Dog is Good® in the gift market. High Cotton, Artehouse, and DesignDesign have all recently become licensees of Dog is Good and plan to launch gift and paper items for Fall 2012/ 2013. Items to include floor mats, aprons, wall signs, wall decor [...] -More-
Merchandise Program Starts Rolling Out in Europe This Year Toronto, CANADA – June 6, 2012 –9 Story Entertainment announces two additional licensees joining the Almost Naked Animals licensed merchandise program: • Titan Magazines: Launching Almost Naked Animals magazines in the UK and USA later this year • Malu Holland B.V.: Apparel and accessories in the [...] -More-
Further extends reach of kids’ brand in Spain Barcelona, 06 June 2012: Imira Entertainment, Spain’s leading production and distribution company specialising in youth programming, has signed up publishing partners in Spain for its new series Lucky Fred, as the show begins its global rollout. Editorial Planeta (Castilian version) and Grup 62 (Catala version) are on [...] -More-
Loudmouth Licensing to debut at Licensing Expo June 12-14 in Las Vegas Foster City, CA – June 06, 2012 – Loudmouth Golf, the leader in bold and bright golf and lifestyle apparel, has entered into an agreement with The Brand Liaison, a global licensing agency, to assist Loudmouth in expanding their licensing programs. The Brand [...] -More-
Available at Mass and Specialty Retailers Nationwide Fall 2012 New York, June 5. 2012 – Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Pressman Toy today announce two exciting new games, based on The Lord of the Rings blockbuster trilogy and the highly anticipated The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Both games will be available at retail this fall. [...] -More-
Five-Year Deal to Highlight “Team NBA” Initiative NEW YORK, June 5, 2012 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced a five-year partnership with Alleson Athletic to be the provider of recreational uniforms to adult and youth leagues, across the US and Canada beginning Fall 2012. Alleson Athletic will create a signature line of performance basketball [...] -More-
Leading trademark licensing agency branches out to strategic brand acquisitions New York, NY, June 5, 2012 – New York-based licensing agency, Brandgenuity LLC, announced today the formation of a new division, Brandgenuity Consulting, to focus on assisting manufacturers with strategic brand and property acquisitions and the management of ongoing licensing relationships. The division, which will [...] -More-
The Licensing Forum will be held on June 20 at the Barcelona World Trade Center, where more than 200 professionals from this industry will share a networking season, with licensing programmes presentations, conferences and meetings. Licensors, agents, licensees, and retailers will have a unique chance to gather information and knowledge about the main trends in [...] -More-
Marietta, GA – June 1, 2012 – Lemur Licensing, a full-service-licensing agency that specializes in trademark and brand licensing, announced today that it has entered into a licensing representative agreement with Ferrellgas, L.P., to represent the Blue Rhino® trademark for consumer product licensing. Blue Rhino is the leading name in propane tank exchange. The brand [...] -More-
LONDON, May 30, 2012: Entertainment One Family (eOne Family) can today reveal that Scholastic and Candlewick Press are on board as the U.S. publishing partners for Peppa Pig. Scholastic will launch its Peppa Pig publishing program with the picture book, The Story of Peppa Pig, a paper over board storybook. The launch plans also include [...] -More-
LONDON, May 30, 2012: Entertainment One Family (eOne Family) today announces that Toys “R” Us has secured the exclusive retail rights to an all-new line of toys based on the hit animated TV series, Peppa Pig. The toys, manufactured by Fisher-Price, will be available in Toys “R” Us stores nationwide beginning this August. The full [...] -More-
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA – 25th May 2012 — Moose Toys has announced the appointment of Lisle International Licensing as its merchandising and licensing agent for the hit product line The Trash Pack™ in the UK and Eire. The Trash Pack™ is a collection of squishy mini figures based on unappetizing items you might find in your [...] -More-
MIAMI, May 24th – MGA Entertainment and Exim Licensing Group, Inc. are very proud to announce their partnership in the Lalaloopsy™ licensing program for the Latin America region. The award-winning Lalaloopsy™ brand will be represented by Exim for all licensing ventures in the LATAM territories, with the exception of Brazil. Since taking the world by [...] -More-
May 22, 2012 – New York, NY – Beginning this summer, young readers can find Finn the Human and Jake the Dog – stars of Adventure Time, Cartoon Network’s award-winning animated comedy series – playing out their latest adventures in the pages of new books from Penguin Young Readers Group. Whether it’s filling in the [...] -More-
TOKYO and LOS ANGELES (May 22, 2012) – Bandai Co., Ltd., one of the world’s largest toy companies, has named Los Angeles-based Sync Beatz Entertainment, Inc. as the exclusive United States Licensing Agent and Brand Manager for its hugely popular Tamagotchi® brand, which has sold over 78 million units in 54 countries and territories since [...] -More-
DCD are delighted to announce that Danilo, the UK’s leader in the official calendar market have added Donny Osmond to their roster of calendars. Donny joins a stellar line up including One Direction, Sir Cliff Richard, Michael Jackson, and David Beckham. Trevor Jones, Licensing Director, Danilo, commented “As one of the true Global pop culture [...] -More-
Performing Arts and Virtual Education Leaders to Develop and Deliver Online Arts Education Courses for K-12 Students and Educators Everywhere NEW YORK and BALTIMORE, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Starting in the 2012-2013 school year, The Juilliard School and Connections Education are launching JUILLIARD eLEARNING, for K-12 students and educators everywhere. Juilliard eLearning [...] -More-
Irvine, CA, May 22nd, 2012 — Brentwood Licensing, LLC has been hired by the BuckleyBoo Company to represent their award winning developmental toys and buckle concept for licensing and custom designs. BuckleyBoo offers children 18 months to 4 years old a developmental toy using different buckles as an engaging learning tool. The concept of the [...] -More-
“We all love stories!” And UK and US preschool television audiences love Driver Dan’s Story Train! The delightful train-driving lion, who enjoys reading stories while having fun with his friends, is now being championed in two key markets by two leading names in the licensing industry. Rocket Licensing in the UK and Licensing Street in [...] -More-
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA – May 14, 2012 –Moose Toys announces several additional licensees joining The Trash Pack licensed merchandise program in the US market, which already includes previously announced partners such as Parragon Books Ltd. as the master publishing partner for the brand. The new deals were brokered by The Licensing Shop Inc. and include the [...] -More-
Product Sales Benefit Conservation Orlando, Fla., May 11, 2012 — SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment has launched its first licensed-products Web site that connects consumers with nature-themed digital games, toys and apparel. The new MySeaWorld.com features licensed merchandise with ocean, nature and animal themes from Mattel, Office Max, SkinIt, Ruckus Media Group, Palmer Cash and InMotion [...] -More-
NEW YORK CITY, NY–May 9, 2012. Comic Images, the manufacturer of Star Wars, Marvel and Moshi Monsters plush, announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement with Vamplet, LLC to produce a full line of designer plush characters from The Nightmare Nursery of Gloomvania. The line will feature a horribly adorable cast of fashionable [...] -More-
Loudmouth Golf signs licensing deal to launch a unique line of high-performance alignment rods Foster City, CA – May 9, 2012 – Loudmouth Golf the leader in bold and bright golf apparel and sports gear, has announced today that they have entered into a license agreement with MVP Sport. The deal provides MVP Sport with [...] -More-
May 1, 2012, New York, NY — At the height of 15 year old pop sensation Cody Simpson’s explosion onto the teen music scene, HIS International has acquired the girls’ fashion sportswear rights through a deal with WMG. Cody Simpson has already blazed onto the consumer products arena, taking it by storm with such licensed [...] -More-
Toronto, CANADA — May 03, 2012— 9 Story Entertainment announced today the appointment of CafePress.com as the official E-commerce partner for Almost Naked Animals™. The agreement was brokered by The Licensing Shop Inc. This is one of several announcements planned in the coming weeks as 9 Story unveils plans to develop a robust digital platform [...] -More-
Plus Licens & Design Tokyo to represent Paws, Inc. for all Japanese merchandising, promotional and publishing rights to the Garfield brand Plus Licens is proud to announce that its daughter company Plus Licens & Design Tokyo has been appointed the licensing agent for Garfield in Japan. Jim Davis’ classic comic strip character now has licensing [...] -More-
BOO – The World’s Cutest Dog™ Is New Agency’s Inaugural Property NEW YORK (April 30, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing and TK Brand Group announce the formation of Knockout Licensing (www.knockoutlicensign.com) as a full-service licensing agency for big-name brands. The new agency is a joint venture, with Carole Postal, President of CopCorp, and Tamra Knepfer, President [...] -More-
4/26/12- Wendy Bellissimo Media, Inc. and AD Sutton and Sons announced today a licensing partnership for Diaper Bags designed by Wendy Bellissimo. The diaper bags will be marketed across multiple tiers of Wendy Bellissimo and her related brands and will range in price points to accommodate the brand’s appeal, which spans from department stores and [...] -More-
CHATSWORTH, CA – Garden décor manufacturer, Exhart, has joined the Rovio family developing a full line of Angry Birds garden stakes, chimes, statuary, accessories and lighting. Product is scheduled to be available Spring 2013 across all channels. “We are excited to join the ever-growing Rovio family,” Michael Weiser, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, said. [...] -More-
2012 will see a multi territory dual gender promotion with McDonalds Europe, for both ZhuZhu Pets® and Kung Zhu™ in over 42 countries internationally, excluding the UK. The promotion will take place as early as May in some territories and run until October 2012 and will involve approximately 6245 restaurants in Europe. In addition to [...] -More-
The new location will be used as a base for expanding its activity in Central and Eastern European countries Barcelona, April 24th 2012 – Planeta Junior, a company of reference in Europe in the area of children’s and young people’s leisure, has opened a new office in Prague, Czech Republic, that will be used as [...] -More-
(April 18, 2012 – New York, NY) –LMCA (Leveraged Marketing Corporation of America) has named George Williams as the Managing Director of LMCA Asia. George will be responsible for developing new Asian clients from LMCA’s Shanghai office, managing the Company’s relationship with PepsiCo in China and serving other LMCA clients including Forbes, Sears Holdings (Kenmore®, [...] -More-
NEW YORK (April 19, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a deal with Boston-based Bare Tree Media (www.baretreemedia.com) which will help bring cartoonist Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™, the cute little bunny with the BIG attitude, to social networks and virtual worlds. Bare Tree Media has been granted the right to create [...] -More-
NEW YORK – Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI.PK), and David Yurman, premier jewelry and timepiece designer have announced an agreement for an exclusive line of Shelby Limited Edition watches. To commemorate the unveiling of the Shelby 1000 at the New York International Auto Show, David Yurman [...] -More-
NEW YORK (April 13, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing today announced Honduran manufacturer Quinonez Industrial as the newest licensee for celebrated photographer Tom Arma’s ‘costumed cuties.’ Quinonez has been granted the rights to produce spiral notebooks featuring Arma’s adorable “Imaginary Safari” photoimages for sale throughout Central America. The deal with Quinonez is a direct result of [...] -More-
NEW YORK (April 11, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a pair of Pink Cookie® licensing deals which will allow fans of the popular international fashion brand to go online to order custom on-demand Pink Cookie products and to acquire branded virtual goods featuring the latest trend-right Pink Cookie designs in social [...] -More-
New York, NY (April 11, 2012) Forbes Media LLC today announced that it has appointed Leveraged Marketing Corporation of America (LMCA) as its trademark licensing representative. The agreement with LMCA supports Forbes’ growing global initiatives to extend the Forbes brand to new product categories and geographic markets. LMCA will work closely with Forbes to identify, [...] -More-
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. (April 5, 2012) – Sears Holdings today announced that its Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard business unit (“KCD”) has appointed Leveraged Marketing Corporation of America (LMCA) as its exclusive global licensing agent. The agreement with LMCA supports KCD’s global initiatives to extend the Kenmore®, Craftsman® and DieHard® brands to new product categories and [...] -More-
India, April 2, 2012: The Wild East Group, the premiere business development agency in India, today announced that its client the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the top Indian Cricket Team, has partnered with FREECULTR, an upcoming fashion eCommerce brand to develop a collection of co-branded polos, tees, denims, shoes, and other accessories available with immediate [...] -More-
27th March 2012, Tokyo, Japan – KENSIN CO., LTD, under its Japanese brand ART OF WAR®, has announced its first line of SAMURAI ANIMALS products. SAMURAI ANIMALS is a combination of two important elements – “Samurai” and “12 Animals of the Zodiac”- into a single concept. People are strongly attached to a particular animal character [...] -More-
NEW YORK (March 30, 2012) – The global licensing program for the Pink Cookie™ fashion brand continues to grow as CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced Network Clothing Company and Giovas as new licensees in Australia and Greece, respectively, as well as a renewal for John GmbH in Germany. The two new licensees were [...] -More-
Tabletops Unlimited Inc., a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of high quality houseware products, has entered into a licensing partnership with Kathy Davis. Los Angeles, California, February 29, 2012 – Housewares industry leader Tabletops Unlimited Inc. (TTU) proudly announces its licensing partnership with Kathy Davis, America’s #1 greeting card designer. TTU has plans to take [...] -More-
February 22, 2012 – The 8th Annual Wonder Women of Toys, Licensing and Entertainment Awards Dinner was held on the opening night of the 109th New York International Toy Fair and celebrated more than 50 of the most influential and impactful women business leaders in toys, licensing and children’s entertainment. The Wonder Women Award Winners [...] -More-
February 16, 2011 – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) announced today that they have appointed The Wild East Group, India’s leading business development and licensing agency, to help develop their brand’s sports merchandising program, globally. The Wild East Group will be working exclusively with KKR to secure best-in-class licensing partners across a range of apparel, fan [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif., Feb 22, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) –Tollytots(R), the infant and preschool division of leading U.S. toy company JAKKS Pacific (Nasdaq: JAKK), has signed a worldwide master toy license to manufacture, market and distribute a line of preschool and early learning toys for infants and toddlers based on the Little Angels. Created by executive producer [...] -More-
London,21st February 2012 — Penguin Children’s Books today announced a global licensing partnership with Activision Publishing, Inc. a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure productsfor a series of books and apps to sit alongside Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure, which was the #1 best-selling kid’s video game of 2011, according to NPD. [...] -More-
East Rutherford, NJ February 21, 2012 – M!KE Licensing (www.mikelicensing.com), one of the nation’s leading licensing firms, announced today that that the firm has been appointed exclusive licensing agent by prominent and accomplished dancer, choreographer, actress, designer and fitness expert, Kelly Connolly (www.kellyconnolly.com). Kelly has a lustrous history of performances and appearances on many accredited [...] -More-
Electronics Skins and Hard Cases Now Available Famed trading card company Topps has teamed up with electronics accessory taste-maker, GelaSkins, to release the classic card series MARS ATTACKS on skins for over 150 digital devices, as part of the brand’s 50th Anniversary licensing campaign. For the last five years GelaSkins has been working with hundreds [...] -More-
Line To Kick-Off With Products Inspired By Summer Blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises MALIBU, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 16, 2012– Leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK), announced today a licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to manufacture, distribute and market a line of novelty and large scale figures and plush under its Creative Designs [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 15, 2012– Leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK) announced today a license agreement with Khush, a leading developer of intelligent music applications, to create an innovative new product inspired by the best-selling “Songify” app. Songify, developed in part by YouTube sensations The Gregory Brothers along with Khush, launched in the [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif., Feb 13, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) –JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq:JAKK) debuts the much-anticipated toy line based on the original animated entertainment franchise Monsuno(TM). The comprehensive toy line, featuring innovative, kid-controlled action figures, accessories, combat sets, collectibles, electronics and integrated role play, brings the larger-than-life adventures of the Monsuno animated series into kids’ hands. “The [...] -More-
Iconicfuture (www.iconicfuture.com) has signed the digital merchandising rights for Garfield with its trademark owner and licensor Paws, Inc.. Game developers can acquire the famous lasagna loving cat from Iconicfuture to add as virtual items into their games, mobile applications and virtual worlds. Sharon Bennett, SVP of Business Development and Licensing at Iconicfuture, says: “We are [...] -More-
Chicago, IL, February 09, 2012 – The Marketing Store, a global brand activation agency, today announced its partnership with KidSay, a leading youth research company. “KidSay’s fieldwork with children is a truly unique research approach. Through its network, KidSay has worked with thousands of schools and youth organizations across the country,” said Rob Pieper, SVP, [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES – Grateful Dead Productions and Rhino Entertainment have partnered with The Eden’s Rose Foundation on a unique line of Alpaca Hoodies featuring the iconic Grateful Dead artwork. The Grateful Dead Alpaca Hoodies are made from the highest quality baby alpaca wool available. The wool comes from cruelty-free Alpaca farms and is produced in [...] -More-
NEW YORK (February 6, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing has appointed Munich-based Team! Licensing to manage the Pink Cookie™ licensing program in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. “We have great trust in the talents of Gerold Kolenbrander, Katarina Dietrich, and the entire team at Team! Licensing,” says CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal. “We [...] -More-
NPD will be primary provider of sales tracking data for wide range of general merchandise categories Bentonville, AR, February 3, 2011 — The NPD Group, Inc., a global leader in consumer and retail market research for a wide range of industries, has reached an agreement with Walmart to receive and analyze its point-of-sale information. NPD [...] -More-
Roney Brings Over 25 Years of Licensing Experience as a Licensor and Licensee -More-
- Licensed Toys Experience 2 Percent Increase in Dollar Sales - PORT WASHINGTON, NY, January 31, 2012 – According to leading market research company, The NPD Group, U.S. retail sales of toys generated $21.18 billion in 2011 compared to $21.68 billion in 2010, a decline of 2 percent. When looking at quarterly sales for the [...] -More-
Atlantic recording artist Cody Simpson is staking a claim as one of the year’s most iconic new stars, evidenced by a series of newly announced strategic licensing agreements expanding the Cody Simpson brand through a wide array of products and merchandise. Cody Simpson has signed on with such innovative companies as: Accessory Innovations, LLC (bags, [...] -More-
NEW YORK (January 26, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the appointment of new sub-agents for Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™ humorous character brand in Brazil and Benelux. • Sao Paulo-based Angelotti Licensing (www.luizangelotti.com) has been appointed to manage the licensing program for It’s Happy Bunny in Brazil. • BN Licensing (www.bnlicensing.com) [...] -More-
Since its initial release in 1962, Mars Attacks has made an indelible impression on pop culture, inspiring legions of fans around the world. Now, Topps is proud to announce Mars Attacks’ triumphant return to its trading card roots. Coinciding this summer with the landmark half-century milestone the company is pulling out all the stops for [...] -More-
A new deal with new online greetings card retailer www.cardtown.com gives Fizzy Moon fans a more ‘personalised’ experience! Allison Myers Licensing Manager at Paper Island Ltd comments: “We are very excited to be working with www.cardtown.com. The site is very easy to use and the purchase process is seamless. The finished personalized cards are of [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES – Grateful Dead Productions and Rhino Entertainment today announced that they have partnered with Burton, the world’s leading snowboard manufacturer, on an exclusive line of snowboards. The newly designed Burton Grateful Dead snowboards made their trade debut today at the annual SIA Snow Show in Denver, Colorado “Burton is arguably the best in [...] -More-
Youth Apparel Line from Garb Unveiled at the 59th PGA Merchandise Show; Product Debuts in Spring 2012 The PGA of America and Turner Broadcasting’s Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE), the licensing and merchandising arm for the children’s television network, have announced the launch of the PGA Authentic Jr. line of licensed products, which will debut at [...] -More-
MIAMI, January 23 – Vodka Capital and Exim Licensing Group, Inc. are very JELLY proud to announce their partnership in the Jelly Jamm licensing program for the Latin America region. The comedic adventures 3D animated series that celebrates creativity, music, fun and friendship, targeting kids 4-7 years old, is part of the Vodka Capital portfolio, [...] -More-
MIAMI, January 13 – Exim Licensing Group, Inc. announced that it has become the licensing agent of the iconic character Condorito for all Latin America with the exception of Chile and Peru. The “Half Man, Half Bird” pop character, legitimate representative of the Latin American people, with his thousands of facets, was created by the [...] -More-
NEW YORK, NY – The Trump Organization and Peerless Clothing have partnered to develop a men’s tailored clothing collection under the Donald J. Trump Signature Collection brand, which is now available at Macy’s stores nationwide. The offering is an addition to the successful Donald J. Trump Signature Collection, which includes dress shirts, ties, cufflinks, eyewear, [...] -More-
High-quality, consumer-friendly line available beginning January 2012 at leading drugstore chains and retailers nationwide -More-
Ames Assumes Responsibility for North American Operations and Strategic Growth Initiatives -More-
CopCorp Appoints Angelotti Licensing in Brazil, BN Licensing in Benelux, Caldarelli Licensing in Italy; Renews Barcode Kitties Pacts for MJA in France,P&L Global Network in Mexico, and Sinerji in Turkey NEW YORK (January 12, 2012) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the appointment of three new sub-agents as well as renewed pacting with [...] -More-
Planeta Junior Spain has signed a deal with Arluy, the brand exclusively dedicated to healthy and fun products aimed at children and teenagers, for Maya the Bee 3D brand in Spain and Portugal. Licensed products are breakfast cookies, tea time cookies, salty snacks, chocolate snack and chocolate tablets. Planeta Junior owns the rights of this [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES – Grateful Dead Productions and Rhino Entertainment have partnered with Donni Charm to create unique scarves using iconic Grateful Dead artwork. The six different Donni Charm scarves in the Grateful Dead line feature designs incorporating classic Dead imagery including the legendary Steal Your Face, Skull and Roses, Dancing Bears and Skeletons. The scarves [...] -More-
CopCorp Renews Agreements with DRi Licensing, CPLG Iberia, and Faresak New York, January 3, 2012 – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today confirmed the extension of sub-agency agreements with trusted agents in the United Kingdom, Iberia, and Brazil to continue management of licensing programs for the Pink Cookie™ international fashion brand in their respective territories. [...] -More-
Planeta Junior Spain has signed a deal with Madness, a company which specializes in license purchasing and distribution, for the Sesame Street brand. The company will develop apparel and accessories to adults, teenagers and infants: casual wear (T-Shirts, sweaters, jogging suits, tracksuit), night wear (pajamas, night shirts; night robes, dressing gowns), underwear (tops, slips, knickers/Briefs, [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif.–Dec. 21, 2011– JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK) announced today that it entered into a manufacturing agreement with Bandai Co., Ltd. for the toy line based on the Monsuno” boys action adventure property. The Monsuno original animated television series is in production by Pacific Animation Partners LLC, a joint venture between JAKKS Pacific and [...] -More-
Announces Update to Popular Elmo Loves ABCs App -More-
Fans Vote to Determine Name of Team Hot Wheels™ Monster Truck and Hot Wheels® Celebrates Grave Digger® 30th Anniversary with New Products -More-
Electrolux Global Brand Licensing and Elec Tech International has signed a licensing contract for the brand AEG in the LED Light bulbs category for consumers. The licensing contract increases the presence of the AEG brand in the Green Energy sector. Since AEG is included in the Electrolux brand portfolio, it also generates brand awareness for [...] -More-
BENICIA, CA—Grateful Dead Productions and Rhino Entertainment have partnered with Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc., the #1 supplier of guitar accessories in the world, to create pick tins featuring iconic Grateful Dead artwork. Each tin includes six authentic, medium gauge Tortex® guitar picks with classic Grateful Dead imagery, including Steal Your Face, Skull and Roses, the Dancing [...] -More-
Milan, November 23 — 2011 Planeta Junior Italia has signed with TRIDIMENSIONAL for the brand Heidi. The company will develop the famous brand on coloring books, magic album, games book, and many other products. For over thirty years, Heidi is beloved by the public of the youngest, with her contagious joy, love for life and [...] -More-
Milan, November 21st — 2011 Planeta Junior Italia has signed with SWEET for products with the brand Maya the Bee Classic version and new 3D version. The Company based in Gorizia, the second largest producer of chocolate eggs with surprise, it will carry a new line of “Sweet Eggs” dedicated to the most famous Bee [...] -More-
NEW YORK (November 22, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced that renewal agreements had been reached with several key licensees for Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™, the cute little bunny with the BIG attitude. The following manufacturers – having already enjoyed success with the popular It’s Happy Bunny humorous character brand – [...] -More-
NEW YORK (November 22, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a licensing deal granting digital publisher MoveableCode Inc. the right to utilize The Monster Factory’s (not so) Scary Monsters™ characters for a series of Step- By-Story™ ePlay apps to be published under MoveableCode’s Playful Owl imprint. “The (not so) Scary Monsters are [...] -More-
Leeds, October 2011 — Lisle International Licensing is delighted to announce an agreement with the award winning licensed consumer electronic company, Inspiration Works, that will see a new collection of ZhuZhu Pets® electronic toys and gifts for children in 2012. Inspiration Works, winner of the licensing awards best licensed written, listening or learning for the [...] -More-
Debra Restler has been named Associate Vice President, Business Development & Marketing at Beanstalk. She is responsible for forging new client relationships for the agency across multiple industries, including corporate brands, celebrities and entertainment properties. In addition, she oversees all aspects of the agency’s corporate communications, continuing to build awareness of Beanstalk as an innovator [...] -More-
Company To Expand Its Portfolio Into Consumer Electronic Industry NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2011–Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ICON) (“Iconix” the “Company”) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire The Sharper Image® brand and intellectual property assets from Sharper Image Acquisition, LLC for approximately $65.6 million in cash. This acquisition will [...] -More-
Los Angeles, CA, October 27, 2011 – Wendy Bellissimo Media, Inc. and 5 Star Apparel Group announced today a licensing partnership that will include the marketing, production, and distribution of the Wendy Bellissimo Baby & Kids apparel line. Through the agreement, 5 Star will head the creation, production, and distribution of the favored Bellissimo brand [...] -More-
Leading licensing agency Brandgenuity brokers deal between iconic film & top athletic boutique New York, October 27, 2011 – New York-based licensing agency, Brandgenuity, announced today that MGM Studios has partnered with streetwear industry leader Undefeated to develop a line of tee shirts, snapback hats, knit hats, crewneck sweatshirts, and hoodies for the film Rocky [...] -More-
LIMA is accepting submissions for speakers and presentations for the Licensing University™ conference program to be held in conjunction with the Licensing International Expo 2012. With approximately 30 sessions, Licensing University™ will cover a broad range of topics affecting the industry in a number of categories. Through hands-on workshops, breakfast roundtables, panels and small discussion [...] -More-
Character Options signs new UK toy deal Leeds, United Kingdom, October 17, 2011 — Lisle International has unveiled details of an exciting new license agreement for the cult hit kid’s property, Almost Naked Animals™ that will see Character Options develop micro figures and construction sets under its successful Character Building™ banner. News of the agreement [...] -More-
Ben 10 Fans Enlisted to Help Save the Universe and Win Ultimate Trip in Brand’s First Cross-Category Promotion! Cartoon Network’s Ben 10 needs your help! Through a first-of-its-kind program for the brand announced today, Cartoon Network Enterprises, the licensing and merchandising arm of the network, has partnered with Bandai America Incorporated and D3Publisher to create [...] -More-
LONDON – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal announced three more licensees for the adorable Barcode Kitties™ girls art brand featuring lovely “kawaii kittens” with bar code whiskers. •Alcara (www.alcara.fr), a leading manufacturer of products for bakeries and confectioners, has been granted the rights to manufacture and market Barcode Kitties Epiphany Charms, Paper Crowns, Paper Bags [...] -More-
New York’s CopCorp Licensing Selects UK’s Caroline Mickler Ltd. and Germany’s Team! Licensing to Launch Zoodorable Program in Europe LONDON – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal announced the appointments of the first two overseas agents for the Zoodorable™ licensing program which is already off to such a strong and successful start in the USA. •Caroline [...] -More-
New Deals in USA, Mexico; Noted Renewals in USA, Canada, Poland LONDON – The licensing program for Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™, the cute little bunny with the BIG attitude, is still going strong more than a decade after it first launched. CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced new deals in Mexico and the [...] -More-
The Galactic Gumshoes Arrive Spring 2012 NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), in partnership with Columbia Pictures, today announced an all-new Men In Black™ video game, launching as a standalone title to coincide with the global theatrical release of Men In Black III in Spring 2012. True to the [...] -More-
Matrix Video Group and Brand Licensing Central Expand Licensing Programs For Top CBS Brands To Russia and Mexico NEW YORK – October 12, 2011 — CBS Consumer Products is continuing to make an aggressive push overseas tapping licensing representatives Matrix Video Group and Brand Licensing Central to develop licensing programs throughout Russia and Mexico. Both [...] -More-
New York, NY – JACK SPADE, the stylish men’s brand known for its classic American styling of apparel, bags and small goods, has teamed up with the world’s most iconic beverage brand, Coca-Cola, to celebrate its 125th birthday. Marking 125 years since the first Coca-Cola was enjoyed on May 8, 1886, and inspired by the [...] -More-
The Girls Are Back and Join Global Powerhouse Ben 10 at The World’s Greatest Toy Store® in Dedicated Shop The girls are back and they’re taking New York City by storm! Bubbles, Blossom and Buttercup – better known as The Powerpuff Girls – are teaming up with boys action powerhouse Ben 10 and taking center [...] -More-
Los Angeles, California, October 7, 2011 – Richmond Management Group, Inc. (RMG) announced today that it has signed children’s apparel and family interiors designer Wendy Bellissimo to its client list. Internationally known as a leader in bringing attainable luxury to families of all backgrounds, Wendy’s bedding, apparel and infant layette collection capture the essence of [...] -More-
Electrolux Global Brand Licensing, which controls the licensing rights to the Electrolux´s brand portfolio, has appointed Capstone Branding to be their partner in the Indian market. This marks the first time that Electrolux Global Brand Licensing has targeted India. The third party agent was selected for this assignment based on their knowledge and understanding of [...] -More-
Bloomingdale’s and bloomingdales.com to Showcase Limited-Edition Merchandise for Men and Boys from Oct. 1 to Jan. 31 NEW YORK, September 28, 2011 – Looking for a few good men to join its ranks, Bloomingdale’s has recruited two of the most iconic military characters of all time — Beetle Bailey and Popeye the Sailor — for [...] -More-
World’s Most Popular Monster Truck Property Adds New Licensees in Multiple Consumer Products Categories and Extends Licensing Relationship with Four Longtime Licensing Partners AURORA, Ill. (September 29, 2011) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that Monster Jam®, the world’s largest and most popular touring monster truck property, which performs in front of four million spectators [...] -More-
Milan, September 23 2011 — Planeta Junior Italia has signed with GALLOTTI S.r.l. for products with the brand Maya the Bee Classic version and new 3D version. The company will develop the brand on a collection of colourful umbrellas. At the beginning Gallotti will use the images of Maya Classic and then they will launch [...] -More-
Electrolux Global Brand Licensing and Artisan Manufacturing have signed an agreement regarding licensed products under the brand Frigidaire. Artisan will launch a high quality line of kitchen faucets and sinks. The products will be marketed in the United States and Canada. “Frigidaire has been a very strong brand for decades, in the cold product category [...] -More-
TORONTO — September 15th, 2011 — 9 Story Entertainment announced today it has signed license agreements with Freeze, a division of Central Mills Inc., and ABG Accessories for its new hit TV series Almost Naked Animals™. The series, produced by 9 Story Entertainment, launched on Cartoon Network in June of this year and is stripped [...] -More-
Los Angeles – With increasing success in automating European licensing operations, Dependable Solutions, Inc. will exhibit at Brand Licensing Europe, taking place at the Olympia exhibition center in London, from October 18-20. During the show, a team of DSI experts will demonstrate the latest techniques in licensing administration for licensors, agents and licensees: *Dependable Rights [...] -More-
LONDON — September 15th, 2011 — Lisle International Licensing announced today it has signed to represent the UK licensing rights for the new boy cult TV series Almost Naked Animals™ on CITV. The series, produced by 9 Story Entertainment, launched on CITV in April of this year and is stripped daily at 4:30 p.m. and [...] -More-
September 15, 2011 — With several major toy projects in various stages of development and distribution, JAY AT PLAY has appointed Dan Kletzky’s LA based Entertainment Licensing Associates (ELA), to manage all of the licensing activities for its growing portfolio of kid’s brands. First licensing project in the portfolio is HAPPY NAPPERS. Launched almost a [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES – Grateful Dead Productions and Rhino Entertainment have aligned with several new licensing partners to create unique Dead-related products. Donni Charm Grateful Dead partnered with fashion accessory company Donni Charm. The collection will include luxurious scarves that are embellished with good luck charms and will use iconic Grateful Dead art. The line will [...] -More-
East Rutherford, NJ September 14, 2011 – M!KE Licensing (www.mikelicensing.com), one of the nation’s leading licensing firms, announced today that Laura Ashley, the quintessential English lifestyle brand, will be launching a signature collection of Scotties Facial Tissue at Target beginning this month. New packaging has been designed with signature Laura Ashley prints, and the initial [...] -More-
Happy Meal Program Based on Top Boys Brand Currently Available in North American Restaurants Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE), the licensing and merchandising arm of Cartoon Network, announced today an agreement with McDonald’s for a Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Happy Meal program that is currently available at North American restaurants. Based on the top-rated Cartoon Network [...] -More-
Leeds UK, 6th September 2011 — Lisle International Licensing is delighted to announce their new partnership with Lifestyle Licensing International, for the representation of their lifestyle fashion brand, Pampered Girls. This new partnership will see Lisle International taking on the management of the property in a number of markets including the UK. Pampered Girls is [...] -More-
NEW YORK (August 30, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the signing of Berkshire Fashions, Inc. (www.berkshireinc.com) as the newest U.S. licensee for Zoodorable™, the new property from pop artist / illustrator Han L. Lee, creator of the well-known Bobby Jack™ brand. Berkshire Fashions has been granted the rights to produce and [...] -More-
GB eye Ltd is extremely proud to announce our nomination for the Licensing Awards 2011. Our range of Star Wars classic posters and 3D posters has reached the final 6 of the Best Licensed Paper Products or Stationery Range in the 2011 awards, due to be held in London on 13th September. Over 5000 products [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif., Aug 24, 2011 — Leading U.S. toymaker, JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq:JAKK) today announced the appointment of Jack McGrath as Chief Operating Officer. “Jack has demonstrated leadership throughout his years with the Company, and his high level of experience and business acumen makes him the perfect choice to be our COO,” said Stephen Berman, [...] -More-
New York City (August 8, 2011) — NYC & Company, the official marketing, tourism and partnership organization for the City of New York, today announced the re-launch of nycshop.com, New York City’s official online shop. The site features new and exclusive New York City merchandise and apparel that are not only for tourists, but also [...] -More-
London, 11th August 2011 – Beanstalk, a leading brand licensing agency, today announced that its client, global style leader and fashion icon Paris Hilton, has appointed OEM & Design Company, the leading Asian eyewear manufacturer, to develop an exclusive line of optical frames, sunglasses and coloured contact lenses for the Asian market under the Paris [...] -More-
NEW YORK (August 09, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced that FAB*Starpoint (www.fabny.com) has been granted the rights to produce and sell a wide range of Back-to-School products – including Backpacks, Bags, and School Supplies for sale throughout the US and Canada – featuring Zoodorable™, the new property from pop artist / [...] -More-
MoveableCode Licensed to Publish Tom Arma Step by Story™ eBooks NEW YORK (August 4, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced a licensing deal granting digital publisher MoveableCode Inc. the right to utilize celebrated photographer Tom Arma’s “costumed cuties” for the publisher’s new Step by Story™ electronic/eBook application (www.stepbystory.com) for smartphones, and popular [...] -More-
Introduces U.S. Army Branded Line of Tents and Sleeping Bags -More-
(New York, NY, August 1, 2011) Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has named Jennifer Ahearn to the position of Vice President of Licensing, Strategic Partner Relations. Ahearn will report to Maura Regan, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Global Consumer Products. In this role, Ahearn will be responsible for managing [...] -More-
Ukraine’s Vivat is Europe’s Newest Pink Cookie Licensee NEW YORK (July 28, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced Ukraine’s Vivat Distribution Ltd. as the newest licensee for the popular Pink Cookie® international fashion brand. Vivat has been granted the rights to manufacture and market Pink Cookie School Supplies including exercise books, note [...] -More-
NEW YORK (July 21, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced two more licensees in Mexico for Jim Benton’s It’s Happy Bunny™, the cute little bunny with the BIG attitude. • Lucky Clover (IFCO S.A. de C.V.) has been granted the rights to produce It’s Happy Bunny Fashion Bags, Fashion Wallets, Cosmetic Bags, [...] -More-
NEW YORK (July 19, 2011) — CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced Jesco Footwear Inc. has joined the fast-growing roster of licensees for the popular Pink Cookie® international fashion brand. Jesco Footwear has been granted the rights to manufacture and market Pink Cookie branded Rain Boots and Slippers for the US market. “Trend-conscious rain [...] -More-
Milan: 13th July 2011: The Giochi Preziosi Group has appointed leading children’s electronics company, Vtech, to produce a new Puppy in My Pocket: Adventures in Pocketville laptop for fans across France, Germany and Spain. The Puppy in My Pocket: Adventures in Pocketville, TV series, co-produced with MEG and Mondo TV, launched this July in all [...] -More-
Programming Categories deadline: September 9 Broadcasting Categories deadline: October 14 July 19, 2011: Heading into its third year of singling out and celebrating the year’s best kids programming and broadcasting work, Kidscreen Awards 2012 is now accepting entries. In the Programming Categories, shows and related websites targeting Preschoolers (0 to 5), Kids (6 to 10) [...] -More-
East Rutherford, NJ July 19, 2011 – M!KE Licensing (www.mikelicensing.com), one of the nation’s leading licensing firms, announced today that Vital Theatre Company, Inc. (www.vitaltheatre.org), a prominent family musical producer with over 10 years of experience creating quality family entertainment, has been appointed exclusive licensee for StinkyKids® (www.stinkykids.com) to create StinkyKids The Musical! The little [...] -More-
Milano, July 20, 2011 — Planeta Junior Italia has signed with Magic S.r.l. – LE PANDORINE for the famous three brands Maya the Bee, Heidi and Pippi Longstocking. The company will develop the brands on fashion bags for women. The most famous Bee in the world is a classic among all the characters of the [...] -More-
PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, July 20, 2011 –According to Kids and Consumer Electronics, 2011 Edition, the latest report from leading market research company, The NPD Group, kids’ inclination to use consumer electronics devices, and their desire for the content they can access using them, helps to drive the household purchasing of these products. When looking [...] -More-
East Rutherford, NJ June 29, 2011 – M!KE Licensing (www.mikelicensing.com), one of the nation’s leading licensing firms, announced today that Kiddo Tags™ (www.kiddotags.com), has been appointed exclusive licensee for StinkyKids® (www.stinkykids.com) for an assorted collection of custom labels. The StinkyKids® custom name label line will complement the current doll line created by licensee Madame Alexander [...] -More-
New York, NY- July 7, 2011 – LMCA (Leveraged Marketing Corporation of America), the world’s premier agency for strategic brand extension licensing for more than 25 years, is proud to announce an exclusive licensing representation partnership with the powerful Uniden brand. With extensive experience in North America, Europe, Asia and other emerging markets, LMCA helps [...] -More-
(New York, NY, July 6, 2011) Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has promoted Daryl Mintz to Chief Financial Officer. In this capacity, Mintz will report to H. Melvin Ming, Chief Operating Officer. In addition to overseeing all financial functions including Financial Planning, Accounting, Reporting, Treasury and Cash Management, Mintz is responsible [...] -More-
NEW YORK, June 28, 2011 – Beanstalk, a leading global brand licensing agency and consultancy, today announced that it has been selected by Outfit7 as the exclusive, global licensing agency for Talking Friends, the wildly popular series of mobile applications that have become a pop culture phenomenon. Beanstalk will be tasked with launching a worldwide [...] -More-
Legendary estate looks to culinary history for inspiration -More-
Beanstalk to Extend Talking Friends’ Characters into Multiple Product Categories to Engage Users Offline, Connecting Digital and Physical Properties NEW YORK, June 28, 2011 – Beanstalk, a leading global brand licensing agency and consultancy, today announced that it has been selected by Outfit7 as the exclusive, global licensing agency for Talking Friends, the wildly popular [...] -More-
Fans Tapped to Design Brand Spanking New T-shirt Based on Cartoon Network’s Smash Hit Animated Series What the cabbage?! Looks like it’s time for those ridiculously-talented and artsy Adventure Time fans to take to the Internet and rock out with their most righteous t-shirt designs! Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) and Threadless, the crowdsourcing poster child [...] -More-
LAS VEGAS–Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) arrived at the International Licensing Expo counting down the days until the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS invade theaters worldwide again on June 29, 2011 with the release of the new Paramount Pictures film Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Adding to the excitement will be Hasbro licensees across all major categories bringing [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES–D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced a worldwide publishing agreement with Nickelodeon for video games based on Victorious, Nickelodeon’s hit live-action comedy series. Victorious: Time to Shine on Kinect™ for Xbox 360® and Victorious: Hollywood Arts Debut for the Nintendo DS™ allows players to dive into the show’s [...] -More-
MALIBU, Calif.–JAKKS Pacific’s (NASDAQ: JAKK) Tollytots® division has signed a worldwide master toy license with Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (“DJG USA”), a division of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A) and the nation’s largest juvenile products manufacturer, for the award-winning and trusted brand of innovative baby products and accessories, Safety 1st®. Under this license agreement, Tollytots [...] -More-
LOS ANGELES–The Farrah Fawcett Foundation has entered into an agreement with Brand Sense Partners, LLC (bsp) and Robert A. Finkelstein, Ltd. (RAF) to identify and execute new business ventures to perpetuate the star’s legacy and to support her non-profit foundation’s mission of raising funding for alternative methods in cancer research, prevention and awareness. “Farrah’s presence [...] -More-
Come visit us at booth Booth #5468 during the licensing show for free ice cream on behalf of our client Unilever Ice Cream and their brands Popsicle, Klondike, Breyers, Creamsicle, Fudgesicle and Good Humor. -More-
Design icon and leading licensing agency partner to extend brand into home, outdoor and lifestyle categories New York, NY (June 6nd, 2011) – Chris Madden, celebrity interior decorator, best-selling author and designer, has chosen leading licensing agency Brandgenuity to extend the Chris Madden brand and her signature style of ‘turning home into haven’. Known for [...] -More-
June 1, 2011 – The National Cartoonists Society held its 65th Annual Reuben Awards Dinner in Boston over Memorial Day Weekend and Jim Benton, creator of the popular It’s Happy Bunny licensed character, was recognized as a NCS Division Award Winner for excellence in Greeting Cards. “For someone who grew up as such a huge [...] -More-
UK MARKET INCREASED BY 4% IN FIRST THREE MONTHS OF 2011 London, 16th May 2011 – Despite appearances, children of the digital age are turning to old-fashioned virtues like collecting for their fun these days. According to leading market research company, The NPD Group, the good news for the British toy market is that retail [...] -More-
Penguin Children’s Books won the prize for Children’s Publisher of the Year last night, at the Bookseller Book Industry Awards. Judges declared Penguin to be “the best children’s publisher in the business at the moment” with an amazing all round performance which made the win difficult to argue against. The judges identified the following key [...] -More-
Electrolux Global Brand Licensing and TTI, the global power tool manufacturer, have been European partners for many years under a licensing arrangement that brought AEG power tools to the retail market. Now that partnership has produced a launch in the US as well, with AEG power tools available exclusively for the professional tradesman. Five commercial [...] -More-
Deal includes LazyTown Series 1 & 2 and LazyTown Extra -More-
London: Target Entertainment has appointed Lindsay Pearl as its new Director of Licensing and Children’s Acquisitions. She joins Target in June and will be representing the company at Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. Pearl will be responsible for acquiring new kids content while also heading up Target’s licensing & merchandising division, which includes the management [...] -More-
Milan, May 12 2011. Planeta Junior Italia has signed with Cartorama for products with the brand Maya the Bee Classic version and new 3D version. The company will develop the brand on back to school, gift items, and Christmas articles. At the beginning Cartorama will use the images of Maya Classic and then they will [...] -More-
NEW YORK (May 11, 2011) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today confirmed that Sinerji Ltd. (www.sinerjireklam.com.tr) has been appointed as sub-agent to manage the licensing program for the Pink Cookie® fashion brand in Turkey. “We are already working with Sinerji to establish and grow several of our other brands – such as It’s Happy [...] -More-
Milan, May 9, 2011 Planeta Junior has signed an important deal with RAI to broadcast the animated 3D series Maya the Bee, which will be on air on Rai Due from 2012. In Italy the new series will be in collaboration with Rai Fiction. During the last festival Cartoons on the bay in Rapallo on [...] -More-
Old Bay Seasoning to Extend into Food and Non-Food Categories -More-
NEW YORK, May 3, 2011 – Perfetti Van Melle USA today announced a licensing partnership with Unilever, a leading consumer goods manufacturer, to extend its “out-of-control” fruity-flavored Airheads® candy bars to tangy, chewy and delicious ice pops under the Popsicle® brand. Popsicle® Airheads® ice pops will leverage the brand’s unique flavor profiles and vibrant color [...] -More-
NEW YORK, May 3, 2011 – Beanstalk, a leading global brand licensing agency, today announced a partnership between its client, Airheads, and The Jel Sert Company to introduce Airheads Fruit Squeezers, a line of Airheads fruit flavored beverages. In its first foray into the beverage category, Airheads will pair its iconic Watermelon and Blue Raspberry [...] -More-
New animated transmedia story, interactive web game and outreach experience lets kids put themselves IN The Electric Company -More-
Brilliantly kitsch and utterly collectable, this iconic paper doll book will appeal to adults and children alike. -More-
May 4 webinar features Mari Luangrath of Chicago’s “Foiled Cupcakes” on ways social media marketing can drive sales and turn consumers into brand ambassadors -More-
Friday 15th April Prestigious property ZhuZhu Pets has picked up yet more Toy of the Year Awards in territories across the globe, in recognition of its international success and popularity. Most recently, the brand picked up a “Golden Bear Award”, for being the Toy of The Year in Russia. This new award was developed for [...] -More-
Producers behind Sesame Street, FIA Foundation & Global Road Safety Partnership team up to launch global road safety campaign -More-
“Little Red Riding Hood” by Bryan Talbot and Camilla d’Errico has been nominated for Best Short Story in the 2011 Eisner Awards, which will be presented at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. It is truly a great honor for Camilla to be nominated for the most prestigious award in the comic book industry, and especially [...] -More-
Join thefFun at Booth 2058 with birthday cake at 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 -More-
ATLANTA, April 1, 2011 – Brand Licensing Team (BLT), a leading agency in Atlanta specializing in brand licensing, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) to help expand the Fender® licensing program into new categories and global markets. Fender is the number one U.S. guitar and amplifier [...] -More-
Milan: 1st April 2011 Giochi Preziosi, Plus Licens and Marathon Media are delighted to announce that Dairy4Fun is to be the latest name to join the growing list of Gormiti licensees; having completed a deal to endorse the Gormiti TV series with kids dairy products in Czech Republic, Poland and Slovak Republic. The agreement set [...] -More-
March 28, 2011 – Mumbai, India – Pioneering Bollywood blockbuster film studio Yash Raj Films (YRF) appoints The Wild East Group to manage its licensing program for social expressions and other popular consumer good product categories. Under the guidance of Wild East Group President, Sid Shah, The Wild East Group will leverage its expertise and [...] -More-
LOUISVILLE, KY – IMC Licensing, the nation’s leading full-service licensing agency specializing in consumer product brands, announced today that its co-founders have been selected to moderate a seminar during the annual SymphonyIRI Group Summit 2011 to be held March 28 – 30, 2011 in Miami Beach, Florida. IMC Licensing Co-Founder and President Cara Bernosky and [...] -More-
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. and BENTONVILLE, Ark., March 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Universal Pictures and Walmart today announced a retail program tied to the upcoming live action/CG-animated comedy Hop, the second film from Illumination Entertainment (Despicable Me) that hits movie theaters across the country on April 1. Walmart customers can build their Hop-themed Easter baskets, and [...] -More-
Over 80 companies joined in Southern Europe -More-
Emmy Award winning television personality and designer to launch branded line of bed and bath products scheduled to hit stores this Spring -More-
Combine unique styles to create a collection of six Momiji dolls and an array of everyday essential accessories -More-
February 18, 2011: In last night’s high-profile KidScreen Awards 2011 presentation event at KidScreen Summit in New York, the year’s best work in children’s television programming and broadcasting was singled out and celebrated by the global kids entertainment industry. Determined by two panels of highly respected professional judges, content awards in the Programming and Creative [...] -More-
Milano, February 16, 2011 Planeta Junior Italy has signed an agreement with Mauricio de Sousa Productions for the property Ronaldinho Gaucho’s team, developed in collaboration between the player Ronaldinho, Footballer of the Year in 2009, and the famous Brazilian cartoonist Mauricio de Sousa. The cartoon series for TV, produced by GIG Italia, is aimed at [...] -More-
Lisle International Licensing, master licensing agent for brand owner Cepia LLC and ZhuZhu Pets®, has appointed Character Licensing & Marketing (CLM) as sub licensing agent for South Africa. Speaking of the appointment Colin Lisle, Managing Partner of Lisle International Licensing said: “The ZhuZhu Pets® toy phenomenon has continued to gather pace in 2010 following a [...] -More-
Licensing agreements secured in partnership with local licensing agent, Biplano -More-
RIO Licensing becomes a new agent of Sanrio License in Russia and CIS countries. In addition to flagship brand Hello Kitty, RIO licenses Chococat, My Melody, Badtz-Maru, Kuromi, Keroppi, Charmmykitty and Pochacco. The agency was founded by the team who witnessed the origin of licensing market in Russia and has seen triumph introducing Smeshariki brand [...] -More-
Milano, February 14 2011. Planeta Junior Italia has signed with Cromo NB for products with the brand Maya the Bee. The company will develop the brand on greeting cards. The most famous Bee in the world is a classic among all the characters of the animation. Starred in three series of cartoons for 35 episodes [...] -More-
Hello Kitty makes her Wii debut in ‘Hello Kitty Seasons’ from Zoo Games and Sanrio Digital, available now at retailers across europe -More-
2011 consumer products expansion for hit kids property -More-
Kung Fu Panda 2 and Penguins of Madagascar Toy Lines Debut at Toy Fair 2011 -More-
New Delhi, 3rd January, 2011: In an exciting turn of events, Pampered Girls, a leading global lifestyle and fashion brand for girls, will be launching their Kids Collection in India with Dhananjai Apparels Pvt. Ltd. The agreement has taken place under the direction of Bradford License India, a vertical of Franchise India and brand building [...] -More-
Bradford License India has entered into a Brand Management Agreement to represent The Sharper Image® licensing initiatives in India. -More-
World’s most popular monster truck property finds broad growth across multiple consumer products categories including apparel, beverages, toys and wall graphics -More-
Starting on February 10th, the Sanrio Foundation will bring smiles and little gifts to small patients around the UK -More-
App offers social gaming experience through online avatars and opportunity for fun social expression with Purple Ronnie poems and messages -More-
Art of Possibility announces that Hunter Heller will bring his expertise in complex licensing relationships to the company to propel forward its mission of promoting the fine artwork of physically disabled artists under its Art of Possibility® Studios brand. As a licensing strategist with over 16 years experience from diverse media organizations and globally recognized [...] -More-
Plans to extend the Kathy Davis brand into new product categories that leverage her unique artwork and sentiments -More-
(New York, NY – February 7, 2011) The Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop announced today that Pam Abrams has joined the Cooney Center as Director, Partnership Development and Strategy. In this role, Abrams will develop and manage relationships with businesses, academic institutions and philanthropies that are crucial to the Cooney Center’s mission in [...] -More-
El Ocho signed as licensing agent to help extend the presence of preschool property in Spain -More-
Exclusive collection will feature NBA team logos alongside some of the most renowned Super Heroes in the Marvel Universe -More-
Exclusive marketing and distribution partner in several major European markets, including the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, and Germany -More-
Permanent museum home in Washington DC to extend Sesame Workshop's educational mission -More-
New items will debut at Spring Fair in February 2011 -More-
New licensees include deals for costumes, apparel, bags, inline rollers and others. -More-
Milano, February 2nd, 2011 – Planeta Junior Italy has signed an agreement with Chorion to be the exclusive licensing agent in Italy for beloved preschool brand, Noddy. The celebrated author Enid Blyton’s most popular creation, Noddy first appeared in 1949 in the classic book, Noddy Goes to Toyland. Since then, the little wooden boy with [...] -More-
New B2B communication portal to specialize in the toy, baby care and licensing business sectors -More-
Episodes launch on KidMango -More-
New York, NY (January 28, 2011) — MODA Licensing, Inc. is pleased to announce it is a partner in the newly formed entity, Joe DiMaggio, LLC. As a principal of Joe DiMaggio, LLC, MODA is exclusively representing Joe DiMaggio® for all brand licensing and extensions of the Joe DiMaggio brand worldwide. The company was formed [...] -More-
Series launch in Brazil for prestigious boys’ property -More-
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. [For Immediate Release—January 26, 2011] HGTV, the country’s leading home and lifestyle television network, will expand its collection of licensed products with the launch of the HGTV HOME™ brand and three new product lines in the paint, flooring and bedding categories. Sherwin-Williams will launch the exclusive HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams, a line of [...] -More-
Collection to include new product lines in the paint, flooring and bedding categories -More-
Licences awarded in publishing, nightwear and puzzle categories months ahead of TV launch -More-
Focus on development of products with images of "Puppy in my Pocket" -More-
New series for CBeebies and huge consumer anticipation -More-
National Child Labor Committee honors Vincent Mai and others who stand up for America’s kids -More-
Polymark Toys, Phone Fashion, and First Kids/Al Khayrat join ever-expanding Pink Cookie global licensing roster -More-
All 30 NBA teams voted to give Majestic Athletic and Wincraft, Inc. inaugural Licensee of the Year awards -More-
Elmo, Big Bird and all the gang are making their return to New Zealand on February 7 on the new look channel FOUR -More-
Bob Traub, Joan Grasso and Lindsay Martinez appointed to executive positions -More-
Full length art book hits shelves January 26th -More-
Stone America announces licensing agreement between University of Oxford and Halo Group -More-
Lisle International Licensing (LIL) and Giochi Preziosi Group announce details of a multi-territory, multi-category licensing agreement -More-
Multi-regional broadcast deal for Chapman Entertainment’s hit pre-school series -More-
Supports the hospitals by donating primary necessities and essential products, as well as Sanrio’s characters to decorate children’s rooms -More-
New line of DIY bridal accessories and embellishments by celebrity wedding planner and television host -More-
Disney Store's innovative new design to open in Canada, Puerto Rico and new international markets -More-
Kang-Huneke will now supervise Sesame Workshop’s Corporate Partnerships and Development groups while continuing to serve as General Counsel and Secretary to Sesame Workshop’s Board of Trustees -More-
Andy Sachs brings over a decade of sales experience to Lucks -More-
Fully interactive digital update of classic children’s book arrives in App Store on Dec 22 -More-
GB eye Ltd is incredibly honoured to be named as one of South Yorkshire’s Top 100 companies. To be listed in The Sheffield Star newspaper’s annual review of small and medium businesses within the South Yorkshire area is a fantastic achievement and testament to the hard work by everyone at GB. We are proud of [...] -More-
(Shanghai, CHINA, December 15, 2010) It’s been 27 years since Big Bird first visited China and now he’s back with two new Muppet friends—Elmo and Lily! The trio of feathered and furry characters joined Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, Shanghai Toonmax Media Co. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shanghai Media Group, [...] -More-
Sesame Workshop, MSD, and China Youth Development Foundation partner to produce emergency response and preparedness content in China -More-
Mary Engelbreit’s "The Night Before Christmas" once again chosen for public reading by the First Lady -More-
Mascots of ‘KawaiiPunk ( -More-
Cars are able to be controlled remotely by iPhone and Android phones with Bluetooth technology and will be available across Asia, Europe and North America -More-
UnitedHealthcare and The Merck Company Foundation partner with Sesame Street in this latest addition to the Workshop’s Healthy Habits for Life initiative -More-
Giochi Preziosi signs new licensee for its Puppy in my Pocket Adventures in Pocketville property, an agreement with Alicante based Claudio REIG SA to produce a musical toy line for Italy and Iberia. -More-
A multi-territory agreement has been made with The Canadian Group to produce a wide range of ZhuZhu Pets® puzzles -More-
NEW YORK (December 2, 2010) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the signing of Slovenia-based Bount as a new Barcode Kitties™ licensee for a variety of bedding, bath and beach products – including several products specifically for babies – in Italy and much of Southeastern Europe. Bount has been granted the right to [...] -More-
Beanstalk to leverage Tutera’s unparalleled authority in weddings to build his brand across multiple platforms -More-
Users Can Get Unlimited Access to More Than 125 Sesame Street eBooks for $3.99 a Month -More-
The year's "it" doll and #1 toy sees brand expansion with Mini Lalaloopsy -More-
New Hydration Line Designed for Athletes Will Incorporate Industry-Leading Technology -More-
Sun Ce Products Ltd. of Cyprus has been signed as a new licensee for a wide range of Back-to-School Pink Cookie products to be distributed throughout the Middle East and North Africa. -More-
Big Plans including Royal Engagement and 2012 Olympic coins -More-
Customized Kramer Assault Guitars to be Painted by Amazing Artists with Auction Proceeds Benefitting the Gibson Foundation Miami, FL, 11/16/10 – From December 3rd – December 5th, 2010, Gibson and Kramer Guitar, in partnership with their friends at Outta My Mind Creations and MaiHiro, plan to unveil an exhibition set within the heart of Miami’s Design District [...] -More-
Vivid have signed master toy rights for preschool sensation Everything’s Rosie, the top rated Cbeebies hit girls series from V&S Entertainment. -More-
Licensing agreement will produce a new line of ice cream, sherbet and frozen dessert treats for all ages. -More-
Leading licensing agency to leverage Dow and GREAT STUFF brands to boost Dow’s retail presence, tapping into growing DIY movement -More-
Hot Topic stores in the U.S. and Canada to feature exclusive merchandise boutique area dedicated to the highly anticipated final film along with special mobile game -More-
Discovery Bay Games Ringling Bros.TM Mini Pop-Out Puzzles Win Pop-Out Puzzle Category in 2010 Creative Child Awards Program -More-
Workshop promotes Scott Chambers to Senior Vice President, Worldwide Media Distribution; Mike Khouri to Vice President, Home Video and Audio Distribution; and Jennifer Perry to Vice President of Publishing -More-
Smith joins as Vice President of Formal Learning; Solanki as Vice President of Business Planning and Analysis -More-
MetLife Foundation Awards USD $500,000 Grant to the Nonprofit -More-
Pink Cookie stationery products to launch through Tilibra’s Grafon’s Brand -More-
Disney Tinker Bell only children's magazine named to the list of 15 magazines -More-
Maura Regan named SVP of Global Consumer Products while Jessica Giat is promoted to VP of Licensing, Partner Relations -More-
LMCA has named Alan Kravetz as Executive Vice President. -More-
NEW YORK (October 26, 2010) – CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced Intimo Licensing Inc. (www.intimo.com) as the newest licensee for the popular Pink Cookie® international fashion brand (www.pinkcookiedesign.com); New York-based Intimo has been granted the right to manufacture and market Pink Cookie Junior Sleepwear, Daywear, Loungewear, Underwear, and Robes. “Intimo has a great [...] -More-
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has promoted Anita Stewart to Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, Sesame Workshop. -More-
Part 1 Of The Final Chapter Storms Into Theaters November 19, 2010, Part 2 Will Be Released on July 15, 2011. -More-
Costumes will feature WWE Superstars and Legends such as John Cena, Undertaker, Rey Mysterio, Stone Cold Steve Austin and Rowdy Roddy Piper. -More-
Continuing its unique position in reaching out to targeted communities, Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has promoted Dr. Jeanette Betancourt to Senior Vice President for Outreach and Educational Practices at Sesame Workshop. -More-
Stone America Licensing, one of the nation’s leading licensing firms, announced today it has been appointed as the exclusive licensing agent by Technical Knockout Inc. known as TKO, a world leader in fitness, strength and boxing equipment. -More-
Leading family entertainment producer and consumer products licensor Chorion is embarking on three major promotions this autumn for its hit global fashion and novelty brand Mr. Men and Little Miss. -More-
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has named Dr. Charlotte Frances Cole to Senior Vice President, Global Education, announced Gary E. Knell, President and CEO. -More-
Established in 1985, Peace Frogs is celebrating its 25th anniversary and has signed four more licensing deals from Brentwood Licensing. -More-
The It’s Happy Bunny™ global licensing continues to grow as CopCorp Licensing President Carole Postal today announced the appointment of EXTEND Brands to manage the licensing program for the popular and award-winning humorous character brand throughout India. -More-
Effective immediately, Next Day Art, a Portland-based art licensing company, announces the formation of a new partnership with Italian design company, Design Bank, located in Milan, Italy. The new partnership will allow U.S. based manufacturers access to Design Banks entire collection of designs through Next Day Art. -More-
MODA Licensing, Inc. has been appointed as the exclusive licensing agent for Taste of Home, the #1 Cooking Magazine in the world. Taste of Home is the world's leading multi-platform provider of food, cooking and entertaining content. -More-
Charlie Brown and the rest of the PEANUTS cast of characters are coming to Poptropica this month with the launch of "Great Pumpkin Island." Now available to Poptropica Members with Early Access, the site's 15th Island will be available to the public on Oct. 14. -More-
Dr. Seuss and Colorbok have partnered to create a line of craft products that offer hands on activities for a wide range of ages, available exclusively at Michaels, North America’s largest arts and crafts specialty retailer, beginning in fall 2010 and expanding in spring 2011. -More-
Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) and MEGA Brands (TSX: MB) announced today that they have entered into a global licensing agreement to develop construction toys based on the new boys action series, Generator Rex. -More-
Pacific Animation Partners (the Joint Venture formed by JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) and Dentsu Entertainment USA, Inc. to produce and distribute original new animation entertainment) and FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) announce that The Topps Company, Inc., a leading creator and marketer of sports and entertainment cards, related collectibles and best-selling confectionery brands, has signed on for the new animated entertainment project, MONSUNO™. -More-
Disney Consumer Products and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK) introduce the new Princess & Me lifestyle brand of large “friend” dolls inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters at a special event at Toys”R”Us Times Square. -More-
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant tops the list of most popular NBA jerseys in Europe for the third consecutive year. -More-
The Trump Organization and Hallmart Collectibles Inc. are pleased to announce a new partnership to produce Trump Home bedding. The collection will include sheets, duvets, shams and bedding accessories. -More-
London/New York, 28 September 2010: Leading family entertainment producer and consumer products licensor Chorion is celebrating 40 years of the global phenomenon, Mr. Men and Little Miss in 2011. Launching exclusively at Brand Licensing Europe is the newest addition to the loveable Little Miss family, Little Miss Princess. Chorion has also secured a raft of [...] -More-
Giochi Preziosi’s and Marathon Media are delighted to announce that Undercover GmbH is the latest firm to join the growing list of Gormiti licensees; having completed a deal to produce Gormiti licensed back to school products for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. -More-
Saban Capital Group, Inc. announced today that its affiliate has acquired renowned lifestyle company Paul Frank Industries (PFI) including all company assets and intellectual property, an extensive design portfolio including more than 150 characters, headlined by the omnipresent monkey Julius. Saban Brands, an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Inc., will be responsible for the management of the company’s business strategy moving forward. -More-
IMC Licensing, the nation's leading full-service licensing agency specializing in consumer product brands, announced today that it has negotiated two new licensing agreements for Borghese Inc., a leading global cosmetic, skincare, fragrance, and spa company. -More-
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