Cubles to expand its Little House on the Praire paper toys range
“It’s wonderful to see Little House on the Prairie still inspiring licensees,” said Carole Postal, President of Spotlight Licensing and Brand Management.
Anjar and Becker Associates to develop brand extensions for Wham-O’s portfolio, including Slip ‘N Slide, Frisbee and Hacky Sack
“We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to create a licensing program to extend Wham-O and their iconic brands, which have a special place in people’s hearts throughout the world,” said Patti Becker, CEO of Becker Associates.
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.
Jack Daniel’s debuts fashion collaborations to mark the launch of its Classic Remix initiative
The Classic Remix initiative will see Jack Daniel’s match 100% of sales of the two launches to create two grants that will go to aspiring fashion designers.
Atari hotels coming to Dubai, Gilbraltor and Spain will boast gaming playgrounds, bars and cinemas
With a ‘sophisticated style and modern twists’, the hotels will look to immerse visitors into the Atari brand.
Mattel celebrates Ken’s 60th anniversary with Berluti collaboration
Three unique Berluti Ken dolls will be auctioned in May, with proceeds supporting the children’s charity, Make-A-Wish.
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.
Goose Island celebrates 50 years of Cadbury Creme Eggs with limited-edition beer
“I wanted to make sure when you crack open the beer you knew immediately what the inspiration was,” said Goose Island Master Brewer, Andrew Walton.