The Brand Radar: Gangsta Granny, Alton Towers and the appeal of licensed attractions

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how brands give theme parks a great chance to deliver fresh experiences that are original, individual and creatively lead.

Talking Brands: Atari and Monopoly have hotels in the works… What other brands could be a great fit for the hospitality sector?

Making Things’ Fi Murray, Reemsborko’s Max Arguile and Rainbow Productions’ Simon Foulkes reveal the brands they think would be a great fit for a hotel experience.

Crocs debuts limited edition collaboration with US DJ Diplo

“Working with a genuine brand fan in Diplo inspired a new level of creativity, including the first-ever celebrity take on the Classic Crocs Sandal with glowing Jibbitz charms that will help fans stand out even in the dark,” said Crocs’ Heidi Cooley.

Pink Key Licensing’s Richard Pink and Nancy Jones on design, creativity and taking food brands into new areas

We caught up with Richard Pink, MD at Pink Key, and Nancy Jones, Pink Key’s Head of Business Development, to talk food brands, the power of archives and their route into licensing.

JCB’s General Manager of Worldwide Licensing, Sam Johnson, on keeping the brand fresh after 20 years

Sam Johnson, General Manager of Worldwide Licensing at JCB, on the advice he’d give his younger self…

HYPE teams with Hasbro for Nerf apparel collection and limited-edition blasters

The 40-piece collection boasts Nerf’s core colour palette of orange and blue – with pops of purple, neon green and yellow.

The Brand Radar: Thelwell, Hy Equestrian and opportunities in specialist markets

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how a partnership between Hy Equestrian and art brand Thelwell highlights the benefits of embracing specialist markets.

Smeg’s John Davies on the firm’s design-led approach to brand collaborations

We spoke with John Davies, Smeg’s UK Head of Marketing, about the firm’s approach to design, partnerships and future opportunities.

Cheers and booze for Harrogate Tipple’s Steve Green as he talks Downton Abbey gin

Harrogate Tipple’s Steve Green on creating upmarket gin for Downton Abbey.

Issho46’s Romario Lai on designing the Pantone Lifestyle Gallery – and the power of pop-up stores

To find out more about what went into bringing Pantone to life as a retail experience, we caught up with Issho46 Director Romario Lai.

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