Interview
Ari Zebersky on the origins of Negosh – and plans to grow the industry
“I like licensees that don’t know their licensees, right?”: Negosh CEO and Founder Ari Zebersky on the growth of his licensing marketplace.
March Collective’s Rosie Taylor and Chantal Lavender talk trends, design and BLE plans
“We launched March Collective to do things differently…” Rosie Taylor and Chantal Lavender discuss the launch of their new creative agency.
Danny Schaefer – Lead Designer at Fantasy Flight Games – on what’s new with Star Wars Unlimited: Legends of the Force
“While Force characters are the focus of the set, I’m super excited by all the Creatures showing up on cards too”: FFG’s Danny Schaefer talks Legends of the Force.
Talia Datt on The Social CliQ, The Content CliQ – and how brands can thrive on social media
“The north star is always authenticity”: In conversation with The Social CliQ and The Content CliQ Founder and Managing Director, Talia Datt.
What does the British Library offer licensees? Sandra Powlette and Kai-Chuan Chao have a surprising answer
Sandra Powlette and Kai-Chuan Chao discuss the British Library’s astonishing array of IP.
Matthew Gibson discusses the incredible success of the licensing program at Oddballs
“Being unapologetically authentic is part of our brand.” Matthew Gibson on design and attitude at Oddballs.
Simon Kohler on his new book, Hornby TT:120 – One Size Fits All, and the key to designing authentic models
“The BR Merchant Navy Class ‘Clan Line’ locomotive helped turn Hornby’s fortunes around”: Simon Koher – former Marketing and Development Director at Hornby – on his new book and favourite launches.
Ty Mattson on 20 years of Mattson Creative – and why being a fan of the brands you work on matters
Mattson Creative’s Ty Mattson talks creativity, fandom – and The Wizard of Oz.
Laura Adnitt on the development – and success – of Story House Egmont’s Disney Stitch magazine
“The Disney magazine portfolio now consists of six market-leading titles under Story House Egmont’s care”: In conversation with Story House Egmont’s Publishing & Global Brand Management Director, Laura Adnitt.
JoAnn McLaughlin of Disney Consumer Products on capturing the nostalgic vibe of The Fantastic Four: First Steps through apparel, toys and more
“We’ve seen a huge uptick in consumers who want retro-inspired products”: We talk Fantastic Four with JoAnn McLaughlin – Senior Vice President of Licensed Product Design & Development at Disney Consumer Products.