Natural History Museum appoints Jewel as its licensing agent in US and Canada
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Jewel to expand our brand into the US and Canada markets,” said Maxine Lister, Head of Licensing at the Natural History Museum.
Smiley and (RED) to launch co-branded collections in 2026
“This is a call to creative, values-led partners to design with purpose and impact,” said Nicolas Loufrani, CEO The Smiley Company.
Hemanshi Mehta – Research Executive at Kids Industries – talks AI, fandom and how licensing can bolster learning
Kids Industries’ Hemanshi Mehta talks us through a recent licensed launch that shows how licensing can do far more than simply ‘sell’.
Maya Bharal – Junior Strategist at Kids Industries – on how fandom can elevate communities
Kids Industries’ Maya Bharal discusses the power of fandom, and why more brands should embrace irreverence.
Frankie Stevens – Designer at Kids Industries – on why brands are embracing ‘traditional-looking’ designs
Kids Industries’ Frankie Stevens talks fandom, and reveals her pick of a recent licensed launch that impressed.
“Timing is key”: Jeff Kaplan of Retrobrands USA on what makes a brand worth reviving
Jeff Kaplan of Retrobrands USA talks us through his work bringing back IP like Extreme Dinosaurs and Bain De Soleil.
Hasbro’s Jeehyun Kim on co-creating fresh lines for PLAY-DOH and NERF with Horizon Group USA and Franklin Sports
Jeehyun Kim – Associate Product Development Manager in licensing at Hasbro – talks us through recent highlights for the two beloved brands.
Hasbro’s Kaiser Ramos discusses new launches for FurReal, Jem and the Holograms – and the key to fruitful creative collaborations
Kaiser Ramos – Associate Product Development Manager in licensing at Hasbro – talks us through recent collaborations with Just Play and The Loyal Subjects.
Hasbro’s Shelby Bowman on why brands like LITTLEST PET SHOP and LITE-BRITE continue to resonate
Shelby Bowman – Senior Product Development Manager for Global Licensing at Hasbro – discusses collaborating with Basic Fun! on new lines for beloved IP.
YuMe Toys bolsters anime slate
“Anime’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down, with fandom that spans and connect generations,” said YuMe’s Felipe Noriega.