Interview
Chris Huisman on the biggest design challenges of TOMY Plus’s Star Trek and Knight Rider replicas
What’s new from TOMY Plus? Designer Chris Huisman discusses two incredible licensed replicas…
Bare Cards’ Ceri Seal on crafting cards that double as art
We talk design, sustainability and artist collaborations with Ceri Seal of Bare Cards.
Beatriz Alvarado discusses her work at Frida Kahlo Licensing Group… And lifts the lid on a new project
“The Fridos come alive to tell another side of Frida’s story…” Beatriz Alvarado on licensing Frida Kahlo.
“It’s exciting to see the eagerness from partners around the world”: Netflix’s Alpana Virani on the powerful appeal of KPop Demon Hunters
As KPop Demon Hunters makes its move into toys, Alpana Virani – who runs Netflix’s global hardlines business – discusses the phenomenon.
“I don’t know many people who aren’t fans!”: Ally Simpson – Senior Manager at Hasbro Games – on bringing KPop Demon Hunters to Monopoly Deal
Hasbro kicked off its KPop Demon Hunters slate with a special edition of Monopoly Deal. We sit down with Ally Simpson – Senior Manager at Hasbro Games – to discuss its development.
“Speed to market is critical for a phenomenon like this”: Funko’s Karen Athill on acting fast with KPop Demon Hunters
“Demand signals were instant and clear”: In conversation with Karen Athill – Vice President, Sales, G5 and Amazon at Funko.
Collectible Cities’ Joe Lattimer and Caitlin Derer on crafting pocket-sized art toys of icons like Frida Kahlo, Sherlock Holmes and Dracula
“We were heavily influenced by the animation we grew up with, such as Postman Pat and Mr Benn”: In conversation with Collectible Cities’ Joe Lattimer and Caitlin Derer.
Laurel & Hardy at 100: LMI’s Andrew Maconie on licensing film’s most loved duo
British heritage projects, Laurel & Hardy at 100 and more: LMI’s Andrew Maconie talks licensing.
“We’ve never operated at this pace before for such ground up development”: Mattel’s Bobby Saygan talks KPop Demon Hunters
Bobby Saygan, Senior Director Product Design at Mattel, discusses KPop Demon Hunters fandom, potential – and what was key to capture in the first wave of dolls.
“I’m not afraid for Bullseye to evolve”: Laura Wood on an exciting year ahead for Bullseye
Bullseye Group MD Laura Wood discusses product development and the brand’s commitment to the darts community.






