Interview
From Winnie the Pooh to The Devil Wears Prada… Mad Beauty’s Julia Cash on turning iconic brands into beauty must-haves
“We’re never afraid to take on a challenge when it comes to licences”: In conversation with Mad Beauty Co-Founder Julia Cash.
Portman Street’s Sharon Ann Weisman on creativity, meaningful merch – and being a ‘non-fan’
“We’re good at spotting a kernel of potential and turning it into something commercially meaningful”: In conversation with Sharon Ann Weisman, US CEO at Portman Street.
Type designer and lettering artist Jamie Clarke on creating the ‘Buttered Crumpet’ typeface for Wallace & Gromit
“You’re shaping something practical, but it still has to carry personality”: Talking typeface with designer and lettering artist Jamie Clarke.
Martin Carter of Get Carter Cards on the secret to crafting great licensed cards
“The more assets you have to work with, the better”: Talking cards with Martin Carter of Get Carter Cards.
“It was a natural fit”: British Fossils’ John Mark Cook discusses a recent Science Museum collaboration
“Licensing allowed us to combine our expertise in sourcing and packaging natural history products, with their authority in science education”: In conversation with British Fossils Director John Mark Cook.
Licensing and marketing exec Tom Dobson-Gunn on the importance of being close to fandoms
“Delivering the right creative is about listening to audiences.” In conversation with Tom Dobson-Gunn.
Licensing replica arcades: Co-Founder Matt Precious on the passion and authenticity of Quarter Arcades
“Quality and authenticity are everything!” Matt Precious reveals what powers Quarter Arcades.
Jamie Stevens – EVP at Sony Pictures Consumer Products – on building the GOAT licensing programme with a sports-fan mindset
Sony Pictures Consumer Products’ Jamie Stevens talks GOAT, creativity – and the untapped Sony Pictures brand that’s ripe for licensing.
“These figures are more detailed than anything we’ve produced before”: Gurdeep Bains and Oliver Chang discuss YuMe’s new One Piece collection
Gurdeep Bains and Oliver Chang of YuMe Toys talk us through the company’s One Piece barrel capsules.
“They offer stability with meaning”: Licensing expert Gemma Woodward on the unique appeal of heritage brands
Gemma Woodward discusses style guides, heritage highlights and her pick for an untapped brand filled with licensing potential.






