Brand Design Conference to host ‘Pixels & Products’ panel with Beanstalk’s Dave Tovey, JS Product Design’s Jenn Sandberg and PowerStation Studios’ Dave Collins
The ‘Pixels & Products’ session will explore the creative process behind successfully extending video game brands into consumer products and experiences.
Asmodee’s Gregory Benassar and Beatrice De La Rochefoucauld on three ways to bring brands into board games
Gregory Benassar, Head of New Business at Asmodee, and Beatrice De La Rochefoucauld, Licensing & New Business Manager at Asmodee, discuss crafting games for brands like Squid Game, Sonic the Hedgehog and Arsenal FC.
Porsche and Pixar debut 911 Sally Special inspired by Cars’ Sally Carrera
“We asked ourselves: if Sally were built today as a road-approved model, what would she look like?” said Jay Ward, Creative Director of Franchise of Pixar Animation Studios.
Helena Perheentupa to head up ZAG’s new ZAG Play Toy Division
“At ZAG Play, we will leverage our unique point-of-difference as both an animation content powerhouse and a high-quality toy company to develop products that empower children to see themselves as heroes through imaginary and aspirational play,” said ZAG CEO Jeremy ZAG.
The Brand Radar: Topps, The Hundred and the untapped potential of cricket in collectables
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at what Topps’ Cricket Attax could do for the wider licensing potential of the sport, with contributions from Greg Lansdowne and Simon Gresswell.
State Bicycle Co. launches Corona range spanning bikes, jerseys and accessories
‘The capsule embodies Corona’s relaxed vibes and passion for recreation, aligning with State Bicycle’s best-selling cycling gear,’ read a statement around the launch.
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Squid Game gets the Funkoverse treatment
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