“We want to find the next Funko”: David Born on helping companies enter the world of licensing with Born to License
Born to License CEO David Born talks us through the origins of the agency – and what types of licensees he wants to work with.
Katie Price on how licensors can make their brands attractive to publishers
Publishing consultant Katie Price talks trends, timings and some old favourites.
“Our vision is to extend the brand’s impact beyond greeting cards”: Stuart Cox on brand plans for Brilliantly Brave
Stuart Cox on the origins of Brilliantly Brave – and how the brand aims to spread positive messages of mental health support through licensing.
Wacko Maria launches Bob Marley streetwear
The range spans several shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies featuring shots of Marley, as well as imagery of his Tuff Gong studio logo.
Hidden Pigeon Company teams up with New Era Cap and OT Sports for New York Yankees collaboration
“This special collaboration between The Pigeon and Elephant & Piggie and baseball’s legendary Yankees is a definite home run,” said Tori Cook, SVP, Franchise Management at HPC.
Emma Coote discusses Beams International’s range of Bluey gift packs and accessories
From milkshake and BBQ packs to mugs and more: Emma Coote on the new Bluey gifts by Beams
Crush Creative’s India Winstone on creating a Paddington Bear asset pack for the Paddington Shop
“I’m inspired every day.” India Winstone discusses her work with Crush Creative
BBC Studios to launch latest Bluey album – Rug Island – in October
The first two Bluey albums – Bluey: The Album and Bluey: Dance Mode! –have racked up more than half a billion combined streams.
Mad Beauty debuts Beetlejuice collection
“We wanted to create a range that allows fans to immerse themselves in the ghostly world of Beetlejuice while indulging in some self-care magic,” said Julia Cash, Mad Beauty’s Creative Director.
Hallmark Christmas Experience to feature tree lightings, gift wrapping stations and more
“This is a first-of-its-kind event that weaves all aspects of the company into a singular holiday event for all ages,” said George Wade, Founder of Bay Laurel Advisors – executive producers of the experience.