Wednesday, February 22, 2012 3:02 pm
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-
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 1:17 pm
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-
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 8:58 pm
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-
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 8:46 pm
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-
Thursday, February 16, 2012 8:42 pm
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-
Thursday, February 16, 2012 2:32 pm
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-
Thursday, February 16, 2012 2:29 pm
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-
Thursday, February 16, 2012 2:26 pm
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-
Friday, February 10, 2012 8:50 pm
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-
Thursday, February 9, 2012 4:41 pm
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-
Thursday, February 9, 2012 3:18 pm
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-
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 1:52 pm
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-
Friday, February 3, 2012 4:25 pm
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-
Thursday, February 2, 2012 9:55 pm
Roney Brings Over 25 Years of Licensing Experience as a Licensor and Licensee -More-
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 7:10 pm
- 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-
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 4:11 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 3:01 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 2:53 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 2:24 pm
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-
Friday, January 27, 2012 9:19 pm
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-
Thursday, January 26, 2012 2:46 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 4:03 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 3:53 pm
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-
Friday, January 20, 2012 4:03 pm
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-
Thursday, January 19, 2012 4:21 pm
High-quality, consumer-friendly line available beginning January 2012 at leading drugstore chains and retailers nationwide
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012 4:08 pm
Ames Assumes Responsibility for North American Operations and Strategic Growth Initiatives
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Thursday, January 12, 2012 8:46 pm
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-
Friday, January 6, 2012 3:17 pm
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-
Friday, January 6, 2012 3:13 pm
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-
Tuesday, January 3, 2012 4:49 pm
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-
Tuesday, December 27, 2011 2:21 pm
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-
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 2:24 pm
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-
Tuesday, December 20, 2011 7:51 pm
Announces Update to Popular Elmo Loves ABCs App
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011 4:51 pm
Fans Vote to Determine Name of Team Hot Wheels™ Monster Truck and
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011 2:14 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 2:32 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 2:13 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 2:10 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 1:54 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 23, 2011 1:46 pm
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-
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 4:17 pm
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-
Monday, November 14, 2011 7:30 pm
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-
Friday, October 28, 2011 12:46 pm
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-
Thursday, October 27, 2011 7:03 pm
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-
Thursday, October 27, 2011 6:43 pm
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-
Thursday, October 27, 2011 1:43 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 2:50 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 2:46 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 3:49 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 3:44 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 3:39 pm
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-
Thursday, October 13, 2011 2:40 pm
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-
Thursday, October 13, 2011 1:42 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 2:22 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 1:19 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 11, 2011 1:29 pm
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-
Friday, October 7, 2011 1:10 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 4, 2011 1:17 pm
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-
Monday, October 3, 2011 1:23 pm
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-
Friday, September 23, 2011 1:14 pm
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-
Tuesday, September 20, 2011 12:33 pm
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-
Thursday, September 15, 2011 4:15 pm
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-
Thursday, September 15, 2011 4:13 pm
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-
Thursday, September 15, 2011 1:18 pm
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-
Thursday, September 15, 2011 1:12 pm
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-
Thursday, September 15, 2011 1:04 pm
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-
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 1:44 pm
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-
Friday, September 9, 2011 6:16 pm
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-
Tuesday, September 6, 2011 1:10 pm
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-
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 8:24 pm
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-
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 3:55 pm
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-
Wednesday, August 24, 2011 12:31 pm
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-
Tuesday, August 16, 2011 4:02 pm
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-
Thursday, August 11, 2011 6:15 pm
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-
Tuesday, August 9, 2011 1:35 pm
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-
Thursday, August 4, 2011 12:18 pm
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-
Monday, August 1, 2011 6:57 pm
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Monday, August 1, 2011 6:54 pm
(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-
Thursday, July 28, 2011 4:26 pm
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-
Tuesday, July 26, 2011 3:16 pm
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-
Tuesday, July 26, 2011 3:13 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:36 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:32 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:29 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:19 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:14 pm
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-
Friday, July 8, 2011 2:52 pm
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-
Friday, July 8, 2011 2:01 pm
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-
Wednesday, July 6, 2011 4:26 pm
(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-
Friday, July 1, 2011 3:30 pm
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-
Friday, July 1, 2011 3:15 pm
Legendary estate looks to culinary history for inspiration -More-
Tuesday, June 28, 2011 6:56 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 5:50 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 1:52 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 1:50 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 1:44 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 1:40 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:16 pm
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-
Monday, June 6, 2011 12:17 pm
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-
Wednesday, June 1, 2011 9:52 pm
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-
Friday, May 20, 2011 4:32 pm
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-
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 8:28 pm
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-
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 5:01 pm
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-
Monday, May 16, 2011 8:29 pm
Deal includes LazyTown Series 1 & 2 and LazyTown Extra -More-
Monday, May 16, 2011 8:18 pm
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-
Thursday, May 12, 2011 8:30 pm
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-
Thursday, May 12, 2011 8:29 pm
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-
Monday, May 9, 2011 8:31 pm
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-
Friday, May 6, 2011 2:34 pm
Old Bay Seasoning to Extend into Food and Non-Food Categories -More-
Friday, May 6, 2011 2:31 pm
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-
Friday, May 6, 2011 2:30 pm
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-
Wednesday, April 20, 2011 5:22 pm
New animated transmedia story, interactive web game and outreach experience lets kids put themselves IN The Electric Company -More-
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 3:39 pm
Brilliantly kitsch and utterly collectable, this iconic paper doll book will appeal to adults and children alike. -More-
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 3:33 pm
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, April 15, 2011 4:32 pm
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-
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 1:53 pm
Producers behind Sesame Street, FIA Foundation & Global Road Safety Partnership team up to launch global road safety campaign -More-
Monday, April 11, 2011 4:32 pm
“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-
Thursday, April 7, 2011 1:11 pm
Join thefFun at Booth 2058 with birthday cake at 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 -More-
Friday, April 1, 2011 7:51 pm
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-
Friday, April 1, 2011 7:48 pm
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-
Monday, March 28, 2011 7:19 pm
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-
Friday, March 18, 2011 3:28 pm
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-
Friday, March 18, 2011 3:23 pm
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-
Thursday, March 17, 2011 3:24 pm
Over 80 companies joined in Southern Europe -More-
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 3:19 pm
Emmy Award winning television personality and designer to launch branded line of bed and bath products scheduled to hit stores this Spring -More-
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 3:18 pm
Combine unique styles to create a collection of six Momiji dolls and an array of everyday essential accessories -More-
Friday, February 18, 2011 9:52 pm
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-
Friday, February 18, 2011 9:42 pm
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-
Friday, February 18, 2011 9:35 pm
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-
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 6:04 pm
Licensing agreements secured in partnership with local licensing agent, Biplano -More-
Monday, February 14, 2011 7:56 pm
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-
Monday, February 14, 2011 3:55 pm
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-
Friday, February 11, 2011 7:53 pm
Hello Kitty makes her Wii debut in ‘Hello Kitty Seasons’ from Zoo Games and Sanrio Digital, available now at retailers across europe -More-
Thursday, February 10, 2011 5:39 pm
2011 consumer products expansion for hit kids property -More-
Thursday, February 10, 2011 5:35 pm
Kung Fu Panda 2 and Penguins of Madagascar Toy Lines Debut at Toy Fair 2011 -More-
Thursday, February 10, 2011 4:26 pm
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-
Thursday, February 10, 2011 4:06 pm
Bradford License India has entered into a Brand Management Agreement to represent The Sharper Image® licensing initiatives in India. -More-
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 9:52 pm
World’s most popular monster truck property finds broad growth across multiple consumer products categories including apparel, beverages, toys and wall graphics -More-
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 9:46 pm
Starting on February 10th, the Sanrio Foundation will bring smiles and little gifts to small patients around the UK -More-
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 9:41 pm
App offers social gaming experience through online avatars and opportunity for fun social expression with Purple Ronnie poems and messages -More-
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 9:39 pm
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-
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 5:43 pm
Plans to extend the Kathy Davis brand into new product categories that leverage her unique artwork and sentiments -More-
Monday, February 7, 2011 8:35 pm
(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-
Monday, February 7, 2011 8:33 pm
El Ocho signed as licensing agent to help extend the presence of preschool property in Spain -More-
Monday, February 7, 2011 8:31 pm
Exclusive collection will feature NBA team logos alongside some of the most renowned Super Heroes in the Marvel Universe
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Friday, February 4, 2011 5:51 pm
Exclusive marketing and distribution partner in several major European markets, including the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, and Germany -More-
Thursday, February 3, 2011 7:37 pm
Permanent museum home in Washington DC to extend Sesame Workshop's educational mission -More-
Thursday, February 3, 2011 3:32 pm
New items will debut at Spring Fair in February 2011 -More-
Thursday, February 3, 2011 3:29 pm
New licensees include deals for costumes, apparel, bags, inline rollers and others. -More-
Wednesday, February 2, 2011 5:44 pm
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-
Monday, January 31, 2011 9:26 pm
New B2B communication portal to specialize in the toy, baby care and licensing business sectors -More-
Monday, January 31, 2011 3:48 pm
Episodes launch on KidMango -More-
Friday, January 28, 2011 7:53 pm
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-
Friday, January 28, 2011 3:48 pm
Series launch in Brazil for prestigious boys’ property -More-
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 9:45 pm
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-
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 8:30 pm
Collection to include new product lines in the paint, flooring and bedding categories -More-
Tuesday, January 25, 2011 5:50 pm
Licences awarded in publishing, nightwear and puzzle categories months ahead of TV launch -More-
Friday, January 21, 2011 3:47 pm
Focus on development of products with images of "Puppy in my Pocket" -More-
Thursday, January 20, 2011 5:20 pm
New series for CBeebies and huge consumer anticipation -More-
Thursday, January 20, 2011 5:13 pm
National Child Labor Committee honors Vincent Mai and others who stand up for America’s kids -More-
Wednesday, January 19, 2011 6:50 pm
Polymark Toys, Phone Fashion, and First Kids/Al Khayrat join ever-expanding Pink Cookie global licensing roster -More-
Wednesday, January 19, 2011 6:45 pm
All 30 NBA teams voted to give Majestic Athletic and Wincraft, Inc. inaugural Licensee of the Year awards -More-
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 4:57 pm
Elmo, Big Bird and all the gang are making their return to New Zealand on February 7 on the new look channel FOUR -More-
Monday, January 17, 2011 3:50 pm
Bob Traub, Joan Grasso and Lindsay Martinez appointed to executive positions -More-
Sunday, January 16, 2011 3:56 pm
Full length art book hits shelves January 26th -More-
Friday, January 14, 2011 8:07 pm
Stone America announces licensing agreement between University of Oxford and Halo Group -More-
Friday, January 14, 2011 3:01 pm
Lisle International Licensing (LIL) and Giochi Preziosi Group announce details of a multi-territory, multi-category licensing agreement -More-
Thursday, January 13, 2011 3:02 pm
Multi-regional broadcast deal for Chapman Entertainment’s hit pre-school series -More-
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 9:46 pm
Supports the hospitals by donating primary necessities and essential products, as well as Sanrio’s characters to decorate children’s rooms -More-
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 2:46 pm
New line of DIY bridal accessories and embellishments by celebrity wedding planner and television host -More-
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 2:55 pm
Disney Store's innovative new design to open in Canada, Puerto Rico and new international markets -More-
Thursday, January 6, 2011 5:44 pm
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-
Thursday, January 6, 2011 5:41 pm
Andy Sachs brings over a decade of sales experience to Lucks -More-
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 4:19 pm
Fully interactive digital update of classic children’s book arrives in App Store on Dec 22
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Monday, December 20, 2010 11:59 am
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-
Friday, December 17, 2010 4:24 pm
(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-
Wednesday, December 15, 2010 5:39 pm
Sesame Workshop, MSD, and China Youth Development Foundation partner to produce emergency response and preparedness content in China -More-
Wednesday, December 15, 2010 4:18 pm
Mary Engelbreit’s "The Night Before Christmas" once again chosen for public reading by the First Lady -More-
Wednesday, December 15, 2010 4:06 pm
Mascots of ‘KawaiiPunk ( -More-
Wednesday, December 8, 2010 8:12 pm
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-
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 7:15 pm
UnitedHealthcare and The Merck Company Foundation partner with Sesame Street in this latest addition to the Workshop’s Healthy Habits for Life initiative -More-
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 2:33 pm
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-
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 2:30 pm
A multi-territory agreement has been made with The Canadian Group to produce a wide range of ZhuZhu Pets® puzzles -More-
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 2:28 pm
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-
Thursday, December 2, 2010 5:33 pm
Beanstalk to leverage Tutera’s unparalleled authority in weddings to build his brand across multiple platforms -More-
Thursday, December 2, 2010 3:13 pm
Users Can Get Unlimited Access to More Than 125 Sesame Street eBooks for $3.99 a Month -More-
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 3:17 pm
The year's "it" doll and #1 toy sees brand expansion with Mini Lalaloopsy -More-
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 7:54 pm
New Hydration Line Designed for Athletes Will Incorporate Industry-Leading Technology -More-
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 3:22 pm
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-
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 1:51 pm
Big Plans including Royal Engagement and 2012 Olympic coins -More-
Friday, November 19, 2010 4:26 pm
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-
Monday, November 15, 2010 3:50 pm
Vivid have signed master toy rights for preschool sensation Everything’s Rosie, the top rated Cbeebies hit girls series from V&S Entertainment. -More-
Monday, November 8, 2010 5:31 pm
Licensing agreement will produce a new line of ice cream, sherbet and frozen dessert treats for all ages. -More-
Sunday, November 7, 2010 6:10 pm
Leading licensing agency to leverage Dow and GREAT STUFF brands to boost Dow’s retail presence, tapping into growing DIY movement
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Friday, November 5, 2010 1:29 pm
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-
Thursday, November 4, 2010 4:39 pm
Discovery Bay Games Ringling Bros.TM Mini Pop-Out Puzzles Win Pop-Out Puzzle Category in 2010 Creative Child Awards Program
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Thursday, November 4, 2010 4:32 pm
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-
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 5:35 pm
Smith joins as Vice President of Formal Learning; Solanki as Vice President of Business Planning and Analysis -More-
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 4:50 pm
MetLife Foundation Awards USD $500,000 Grant to the Nonprofit
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Tuesday, November 2, 2010 4:41 pm
Pink Cookie stationery products to launch through Tilibra’s Grafon’s Brand -More-
Friday, October 29, 2010 4:29 pm
Disney Tinker Bell only children's magazine named to the list of 15 magazines -More-
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 4:18 pm
Maura Regan named SVP of Global Consumer Products while Jessica Giat is promoted to VP of Licensing, Partner Relations -More-
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 7:47 pm
LMCA has named Alan Kravetz as Executive Vice President. -More-
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 4:46 pm
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-
Monday, October 25, 2010 7:45 pm
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has promoted Anita Stewart to Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, Sesame Workshop. -More-
Thursday, October 21, 2010 7:44 pm
Part 1 Of The Final Chapter Storms Into Theaters November 19, 2010, Part 2 Will Be Released on July 15, 2011. -More-
Thursday, October 21, 2010 7:42 pm
Costumes will feature WWE Superstars and Legends such as John Cena, Undertaker, Rey Mysterio, Stone Cold Steve Austin and Rowdy Roddy Piper. -More-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:49 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:49 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:48 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:47 pm
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-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:47 pm
Established in 1985, Peace Frogs is celebrating its 25th anniversary and has signed four more licensing deals from Brentwood Licensing. -More-
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 4:46 pm
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-
Friday, October 8, 2010 3:13 pm
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-
Thursday, October 7, 2010 3:15 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 3:27 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 3:25 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 3:19 pm
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-
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 3:18 pm
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-
Monday, October 4, 2010 3:28 pm
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-
Thursday, September 30, 2010 3:31 pm
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant tops the list of most popular NBA jerseys in Europe for the third consecutive year. -More-
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 3:34 pm
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-
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 3:32 pm
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-
Thursday, September 23, 2010 3:35 pm
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-
Thursday, September 9, 2010 2:21 pm
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-
Wednesday, September 8, 2010 1:37 am
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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