Ian Downes

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes picks the brains of Richard Pink, Caroline Mickler and Jim White for their suggestions of IP-driven in-store activations.

Jess St. Pierre – Marketing Manager at Carrs Pasties – on wanted to add something new to the market with the firm’s Aardman collaboration.

“It’ll be so lovely to bring everyone together for a summer social to clear the cobwebs, brighten our moods, and facilitate a bit of laid-back networking,” said Licensing International UK MD Steve Manners.

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how relationships between art, design and charities is leading to some exciting opportunities for brands.

With BLE fast approaching, we picked the brains of regular attendees and exhibitors on how to make the most of the show. Up next, we have Start Licensing’s Ian Downes…

Phil King, Managing Director of Trademark Products, discusses great design, niche brands and trend-spotting.

Inspired by a trip to the Exclusively tradeshow, Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how brands can thrive in the homewares sector.

Meg Hawkins discusses persistence, patience and product development.

Charlotte Russell – Director at Pawprint Family – discusses producing patches and pin badges for brands like Elmer, The Gruffalo and Shaun the Sheep.

What are the core benefits of licensing? Start Licensing’s Ian Downes picks the brains of Rose Marketing, Nerdy Banana, A Perry and The Makersss to find out.