Interviews
Designer Wayne Lindsay on the benefits of taking part in BLE’s Kelvyn Gardner License This! competition
As one of last year’s winners, Wayne won a free exhibition stand at BLE 2022. We caught up to find out more about his plans for next month’s show.
“There’s nothing quite like it”: Histrionic Productions’ Adam McKenzie Wylie on developing the Peter Rabbit Garden Adventure
Histrionic Productions founder Adam McKenzie Wylie on why the company’s recent immersive experience will have a profound effect on Peter Rabbit fans.
Tinderbox’s Dave Tovey on crafting creative collaborations for gaming brands like Xbox, Halo and Sea of Thieves
Dave Tovey – AVP of Brand Management and Head of Digital Representation at Beanstalk’s Tinderbox arm – discusses fandom, creativity and left-field licensing.
Erika Bertoni – Head of Creative & Marketing at Sanrio – on Hello Kitty’s licensing versatility
As Hello Kitty looks ahead to its 50th anniversary in 2024, Sanrio’s Erika Bertoni discusses the enduring longevity of the brand.
Silver Fox Collectibles’ Darren Martin on bringing the characters of Twilight Imperium to life through high-end statues
Darren Martin, Creative Director at Silver Fox Collectibles, reveals what appealed about working on one of Asmodee’s most expansive – and popular – tabletop brands: Twilight Imperium.
Simon Kay on bringing retro gaming brands like Sensible Soccer and Xenon into apparel with Seven Squared
Seven Squared’s Simon Kay discusses the appeal of classic gaming brands – and how some of his range benefits the Safe In Our World charity.
Funko Games’ Deirdre Cross, Nicole Jekich and Matt Christianson on designing games based on classic Disney attractions
The Funko Games team take us inside the development of Disney titles like Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and It’s a Small World.
Megan Lowe, Senior Licensing Manager, on how Winning Moves UK make, sell and play games!
With a huge range of licenses to their name, we catch up with Winning Moves UK’s Megan Lowe
SMG’s Gemma Woodward discusses 100 years of The Flying Scotsman – and why the brand is thriving
Toys, teas and tins of treats: Gemma Woodward on why The Flying Scotsman brand isn’t slowing down…
Doodlebug Design’s Maria Thomas on style guides, social media and Minions spaghetti
Maria Thomas, Director at Doodlebug Design, discusses the key to designing a great style guide.