Toys & Games
The Point.1888 founder Will Stewart celebrates seven years in licensing – and explains why he’s launching Story.1888
Will Stewart, founder of The Point.1888, on growing the company – and launching a marketing agency.
Morgan Lane founder Morgan Curtis on creating a luxury Monopoly nightwear collection
We caught up with Morgan Curtis to find out more about her approach to designing nightwear – and why Monopoly proved a perfect fit for Morgan Lane.
Playmobil teams with Van Gogh Museum on Sunflowers and The Bedroom sets
A Sunflowers set features Playmobil-figure of Vincent van Gogh, a miniature easel, painting palette and the artwork Sunflowers, while another is based of his The Bedroom artwork.
Mattel celebrates 100 years of Gucci with Hot Wheels Gucci Cadillac Seville
“This epic and unexpected collaboration between Gucci and Hot Wheels reinforces that toys are a canvas that reflect pop culture, fashion and design,” said Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer, Mattel.
Champion Brewing Company’s Hunter Smith on bringing board game icon Catan into beer
Fresh from debuting the first beer in the Catan series, we caught up with Champion founder Hunter Smith to find out more how he approached bringing a board game brand into beer.
As Peanuts turns 71, Executive Vice President of Brand Tim Erickson discusses how he plans to keep the brand fresh
Tim Erickson on why Peanuts is still going strong… And what he looks for in potential partners.
Goodwood Revival’s Henry Bass on providing a platform for brands to tell their stories
Goodwood Revival General Manager Henry Bass talks us through the brand values of the show – and what sort of licences Revival can help bring to life for fans.
Rebellion’s Ben Smith on the wider brand potential of its new kids’ comic strip, Monster Fun
Ben Smith – Rebellion’s Head of Film, Television and Publishing – tells us about the firm’s brand plans for Monster Fun, and why now is the perfect time to re-launch the comic.
Free League Publishing readies slate of Blade Runner tabletop RPGs
“It is important for us to fully capture the Blade Runner experience and themes from all perspectives – even the city,” said Tomas Härenstam, Free League co-founder.
London Toy Company founder, Joel Berkowitz, talks plush toys and lush licensing
Joel Berkowitz reveals how he started London Toy Company in a flash of inspiration.