Interview

Licensing Legends is a new series of conversations with people who helped shape the global licensing industry. Licensed Ltd’s Paul Bufton’s kicks off the series by chatting with Howard Roffman, former President of Lucas Licensing.

“We’ve become a kind of love language!”: Steve Starobinsky – Head of Partnerships at Pudgy Penguins – on listening to the brand’s engaged fanbase.

“We were very hesitant about licensing…” Sue Lockey and Katy Rugman talk branded puppets.

“We’ll be expanding our signed partners and product scope massively this year”: In conversation with Victoria Justice, Director of Consumer Products & Ecommerce at Rebellion.

Caroline Reid – Director of Commercial Enterprises at the National Trust for Scotland – on authenticity, innovation and “sharing the stories of Scotland.”

“My long-term aim is for Emma Lawrence Designs to be recognised not only within the gift sector, but more broadly across home and lifestyle”: In conversation with Emma Lawrence of Emma Lawrence Designs.

As Mal Pye celebrates his 5th anniversary at Wigwam, he shares what makes the studio special – while Wigwam’s Ian Smith and Debs Southwood tell us why he’s a great asset.

What does DeAgostini Collectibles want to create with partners? Isabelle Giggins sums it up…

“We would love more creative agencies to attend as there’s lots of opportunities in the region”: In conversation with Amer Bitar, Co-Founder of Licensing Horizons and CEO of BBM Licensing.

Top of the Game’s Chris Mellor discusses launching his own business – and shares some top job-hunting tips.