“Consumer demand for trusted brands in food is at an all-time high”: In conversation with Oliver Gilding, Sales and Licensing Director at Food Brands Now.

“There is a lot more novelty coming through in stationery and accessories…”: In conversation with Mima Designs Jemima Chamberlain.

“I had a sudden, humorous vision of a blue, naked wizard soaring through the air!”: In conversation with Arrthi Little, Founder of Arrthi Ltd and creator of the Cheeky Legends.

“Licensing has become a natural next step for us”: Chimpers Co-Founder Jacob Timperley on a big year for the brand.

From local licensing to pop-up experiences, industry figures share their thoughts on how brands can help the high street.

“We had a healthy disrespect for asking consumers about innovative ideas!”: In conversation with David Gluckman.

“We looked for IP that we had personal passions for and felt were untapped in our market”: In conversation with Rob Goodchild, MD at Planet Rights.

Social media strategist and copywriter Luisa Sanders reveals her tips for cutting through the noise.

With Q4 upon us, Licensing Ltd’s Paul Bufton, Start Licensing’s Ian Downes, The Brand Director’s Tim Collins and Aardman’s Ben Townsend reflect on the year’s trends – and what’s next.

“Staying on brand has been a bit of an evolutionary process for Give and Keep”: Manoj Dayalji on his licensing journey so far.