XGuides’ Daniel Godoy on taking a fan-first approach to crafting trend guides

Daniel Godoy – Founder & Chief Vision Officer at XGuides – talks us through his work on guides for brands like Popeye and Flash Gordon.

King Features’ Beth Nock talks us through the first ever trend guides for Flash Gordon and The Phantom

“These designs are unlike anything our partners have had access to before”: Beth Nock, Brand Marketing Director at King Features, on finding fresh looks for classic IP.

Lisle Licensing’s Becky Sherwood on the agency’s ambitions for Poodle & Blonde

Becky Sherwood, Licensing & Commerical Manager at Lisle Licensing, on how the agency gets exciting new brands ‘licensing ready.’

Story House Egmont’s Laura Adnitt on the power of licensed children’s magazines

Laura Adnitt, Publishing & Brand Management Director at Story House Egmont, on what makes a brand right for the magazine treatment – and the vital role they play around children’s literacy.

Deadpool & Wolverine footwear and apparel on the way from adidas

“Bringing together these iconic franchises with Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine has been an exciting collaborative journey,” said Shane Jochum, senior director NAM strategic partnerships at adidas.

Kew Gardens readies Horrible Science interactive trail

Horrible Science-themed food – like ‘Foul Fungi-Themed Pizza’ and ‘Creepy Courgette Cake’ – will be also served at Kew restaurants and cafes.

Blue Kangaroo promotes Ben Laskey to Creative Director and Craig Gordon to Design Director

“Ben and Craig have each played a key role in growing the business,” said Jason Knights, Managing Director and Founder of Blue Kangaroo Design.

Hasbro and Audible debut Peppa Pig’s Play-A-Long Podcast

The podcast features interactive games, adventures and sing-alongs with Peppa’s new band, The Piggy-Wigs.

Toikido teams with CAKE to develop animated series for PeaKeeBoo

“CAKE’s track record in producing high-quality children’s content is unparalleled,” said Darran Garnham, CEO of Toikido.

WildBrain CPLG bolsters licensing slate for Dr Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat

Leading the new consumer product slate for The Cat in the Hat is an adidas collaboration, the Rivalry Low Cat in the Hat shoe.

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