Licensing rock, metal and more: in conversation with Jens Drinkwater at Global Merchandising Services

Global Merchandising’s Jens Drinkwater on why now’s the time to make some noise!

John Friend, Head of Xbox Gaming Consumer Products, on understanding fans – and listening to creatives

“You’ve got to understand the psychological motivation”: Xbox Gaming’s John Friend discussing his approach to crafting brand extensions.

“We have gigantic global awareness”: Keith Dawkins – President of the Harlem Globetrotters – on brand plans for the iconic basketball team

“We now want to bring this magic to the masses”: Keith Dawkins discusses the unique consumer product opportunities around the Harlem Globetrotters.

Glue’s Carla Bowden on collaborations, creativity – and thinking differently about IP

As Glue celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, we catch up with Founder and MD Carla Bowden.

“We set the standard”: Steve Collier – Creative Director at Brand Alliance – talks innovation in licensed fashion

Steve Collier – Creative Director at Brand Alliance – on how working across licensed and non-licensed ranges fuels creativity.

Why now is the right time for Esselle Retail Limited to partner with the Royal Horticultural Society

Esselle Retail’s Hannah Pollitt and Carly Laking join the RHS’s Kevin Smith to discuss their partnership.

Character Wear’s Phil King on making designs stand out in a crowded sector

“The best formula is keep designs simple”: Character Wear’s General Manager, Phil King, discusses what flies in fashion

“We are building a KISS universe!”: Pophouse’s Jon Spalding on brand plans for iconic music artists

Jon Spalding – Commercial Director at Pophouse Entertainment – on his approach to crafting partnerships for music icons like KISS, Cyndi Lauper and Avicii.

Freelance creative Danny Heffer talks heritage brands, style guides and industry evolutions

“People watching and store visits are vital”: Danny Heffer shares his thoughts on creativity, retail and 25 years in the industry.

Dour Darcels CEO Jack Yeung takes us inside the brand’s collaboration with Chupa Chups

“These characters can captivate a new generation”: Dour Darcels CEO Jack Yeung on why Chupa Chups felt like an authentic partnership.

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