Celebrity

Mizuno Corporation’s UK Marketing Manager, Graham Johnson, on the sports company’s partnership with comedian Eddie Izzard – and a recent brand collaboration with the Rijksmuseum.

Deirdre Cross, VP at Funko Games, and Josh Manderville, Art Director at Funko Games, give us the lowdown on the firm’s latest slate of titles.

The range is inspired by some of Marilyn Monroe’s favourite cosmetics and each set comes with a detailed guide to replicate her look.

“Everyone loves a local pub and it doesn’t get more local than this – in the garden, in the lounge, in the bath – we’ve designed a pub that fits in anywhere,” said Luke Hales, channel director for Dave.

Colleen Rossell and Haylee Nelson take us behind the scenes as we find out what goes into creating licensed flavours at Ben & Jerry’s.

Sales of Strawberry Pretzel Pie will benefit Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a book gifting initiative that gives free books to children.

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at the world of celebrity licensing, shining a spotlight on Nadiya Hussain’s partnership with toy firm Wilton Bradley.

We caught up with MIZIZI Founder Paakow Essadoh and Designer Kenneth Obeng to learn more about the origins of the company, how it approaches designing for brands and what fuels their creativity.

“This channel is a labour of love for the Rolling Stone staff and is an opportunity not just to bring our brand of storytelling to new audiences, but make them a part of the story,” said Executive Producer Christopher Cruz.

“We look forward to growing the licensing program with thoughtful partnerships that excite fans and introduce his brand ethos to new admirers alike,” said Licensing Haüs’ Maria Alcaide.