Food & Drink
Surge Brands secures partners for Mister Softee across health and beauty, pet toys, apparel and more
“Our goal is to build a lifestyle licensing program that blends the brand’s nostalgic appeal with fun, high-quality products that surprise and delight fans in new ways,” said Ari Freedman, Vice President of Licensing, Surge Brands.
Campbell’s teams with Pabst Blue Ribbon for beer-infused soups
“When the opportunity came to work with an iconic brand like Chunky, we knew this was a no brainer,” said Rachel Keeton, Senior Brand Director at Pabst.
Disney teams with La La Land Kind Cafe on month-long Mickey & Friends collaboration
To mark the launch of its first kids’ menu, La La Land will offer Mickey & Friends beverage sleeves and drink stoppers, ‘Be Kind’ tote bags and a Just Play Disney Munchlings toy.
Swizzels teams with Carex for Squashies hand wash and shower gel
“This partnership is all about celebrating the joy, nostalgia, and quintessential British summer spirit of our sweets in a fresh, fun way,” said Sarah-Louise Heslop, Head of Marketing at Swizzels.
“We wanted the label to do more than just sit on a shelf”: Larkshead Licensing discuss the creative execution of its Kennet Crayfish Gin
“The flowing design encourages people to turn the bottle, revealing layers of the story as they go,” said Sultan Hassan, Senior Product Development & Creative Manager at Larkshead Licensing.
Coffee mate readies Harry Potter-inspired creamers
“Coffee mate is to coffee what Harry Potter is to the wizarding world – pure magic,” said Amanda Zaydman, Nestlé Director of Brand Marketing for the Coffee & Beverage Division.
Van Holten’s readies Pringles Pickle-In-A-Pouch
“Pringles is a brand that leans into bold flavours, and we knew it would be the perfect partner to create something truly snackable, shareable, and totally unexpected,” said Eric Girard, VP of Sales & Marketing at Van Holten’s.
IMG Licensing to helm consumer products push for the Estate of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald
“We’re excited for this new chapter in Fitzgerald history, and to work with the IMG team to find fresh opportunities to share Scott and Zelda’s iconic style,” said Blake Hazard, president of the Estate’s licensing entity.
IDW teams with Jade City Foods for Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees hot sauces
Each hot sauce in the range features artwork from the comic, with heat levels ranging from six to 11.
Surge Brands bolsters confectionary portfolio with Whirly Pop
“We see enormous potential across apparel, accessories, home goods, toys, and more – both here in the U.S. and internationally,” said Ari Freedman, President of Surge Brands.