Toy designer David Vonner on Evel Knievel, Marvel and the classic stories that fuel new brands

We caught up with David to find out more about his approach to toy design – and what a brand needs to be successful in the action figure space.

From He-Man and Bumblebee to Action Man and RoboCop… David Born lifts the lid on the power of characters

Born Licensing’s David Born on why He-Man has the power to sell… And why licensing characters needn’t be tough.

Bésame’s Gabriela Hernandez on the detective work that goes into bringing brands like Mary Poppins into cosmetics

Gabriela tells us about the happy accident that led Bésame into licensing, and we delve into the creative process behind her licensed cosmetics lines.

Games Workshop readies Warhammer’s move into film and TV as Finn Arnesen joins as Head of Entertainment Development

“There is a tremendous appetite for series set in unique, fantastical worlds, so with Warhammer’s thousands of stories and countless memorable characters, our options are virtually limitless,” said Arnesen.

BrandFocus’ Michele Pearce on Scalextric opportunities, Street Fighter rubber ducks and licensing evolutions

We caught up with Michele to find out more about her plans for the iconic toy brand Scalextric – and why she believes great design is the key to creating magic when it comes to licensing.

Producer Vincent Imaoka on bringing brands like Pacific Rim into anime

We caught up with Producer and Franchise Developer Vincent Imaoka to find out about his career to date, including successfully giving brands the anime treatment.

Licensing Haüs helms partnerships push for John Wayne

“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.

Paramount+ readies new shows for The Italian Job, Grease and Flashdance

New streaming service will also house live-action Dora the Explorer and The Fairly OddParents shows, as well as a CG reboot of Rugrats.

“It’s been one of the hardest creative adventures of my life”: Inside Shaun the Sheep’s Circus Show with Circa’s Yaron Lifschitz

Yaron Lifschitz, CEO and Artistic Director at Circa, tells us about the creative process behind bringing the iconic Aardman brand to life in the form of contemporary circus.

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