Talia Tester discusses Tatty Teddy – and driving new business at Carte Blanche Group

Why Talia Tester – Head of Licensing at Carte Blanche Group – likes to hear ideas face to face.

The B&LLAs 2023 finalists revealed

“The record number of entries for the B&LLAs 2023 underlines just how much the brand and lifestyle licensing business has grown and matured,” said Ian Hyder, CEO of Max Publishing.

ZAG teams with Build-A-Bear Workshop for Miraculous Ladybug plush bear

“Build-A-Bear is one of the most respected brands in children’s entertainment and we’re delighted that Miraculous fans will be able to create their own super-powered furry friend,” said ZAG Founder and CEO Jeremy Zag.

LEGO kicks off multi-title 2K partnership with LEGO 2K Drive

“We assembled a best-in-class team of game makers who poured their hearts into an unforgettable experience we can’t wait to share with fans,” said Greg Thomas, President of Visual Concepts.

Kids Industries’ Global Family Study finds 24% of UK kids discover new brands and products through influencers

The study also found that UK children today are goal driven, with 8% aspiring to fame and 21% wanting to change the world for the better.

The Brand Radar: From Luke Skywalker to Land Rover… A deep dive into LEGO’s selective, effective approach to licensing

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at LEGO’s innovative approach to working with brands, be it youngsters with DUPLO or AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO) through advanced sets.

Creative Craft Group launches Play-Doh arts and activity range

“Collaborating with such a knowledgeable and market-leading partner like Play-Doh is a boost to our creativity,” said Erik van Erp, CEO of Creative Craft Group.

Thorpe Park’s tea cup ride to be rebranded as the Dobble Tea Party

As part of the partnership, Asmodee will launch a Thorpe Park Resort edition of Dobble featuring symbols of the theme park’s rides.

Jason Exum reveals why now’s the right time for Dyce Games’s HISTORY Channel trivia game

History in the making – of a board game! Jason Exum on the HISTORY Channel trivia game

Raiders of the Lost Ark’s iconic opening scene gets the LEGO treatment

Three new sets recreate iconic scenes from Raiders of the Lost Ark and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

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