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kathy ireland® Worldwide Returns to Licensing Expo 2023: Celebrating Fashion and Home Expansion

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The announcement was made by Rona Menashe, CEO of Guttman Associates, Kathy Ireland and kiWW's longtime media relations representative.

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  • The announcement was made by Rona Menashe, CEO of Guttman Associates, Kathy Ireland and kiWW's longtime media relations representative.
  • Ms. Ireland says, "It is a pleasure to return to Licensing Expo, where many of our brand relationships are born.
  • In an extraordinary first for the licensing industry, last week, kathy ireland® Worldwide and Zoom Casa announced that they have finalized terms on a landmark real estate partnership between the two companies, joining forces as Zoom Casa Powered by kathy ireland® Worldwide.
  • Kathy is the youngest woman to enter Licensing Hall of Fame, and the youngest Icon in the Furniture Industry, awarded by the IHFRA (International Home Furnishings Representatives Association).

Upper Deck Debuts New Line of Trading Cards Based on Sony Pictures Television’s Hit Series The Boys

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Upper Deck and Sony Pictures Consumer Products today announced a new line of trading cards based on the hit series The Boys, which streams on Amazon Prime.

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  • Upper Deck and Sony Pictures Consumer Products today announced a new line of trading cards based on the hit series The Boys, which streams on Amazon Prime.
  • All-new trading cards and other products will follow the release of the Vs. System 2PCG: The Boys game early next year.
  • Sony Pictures Consumer Products (SPCP) is the licensing and merchandising division of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group and Sony Pictures Television for Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
  • SPEs Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, Sony Pictures International Productions, and Sony Pictures Classics.

PURE FLIX ENTERTAINMENT, SONY'S ENTERTAINMENT STREAMER, NAMES LOREN SCHWARTZ CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

CULVER CITY, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Flix Entertainment, faith streaming division of Sony AFFIRM Films, announced today that Loren Schwartz has been named the Chief Marketing Officer, bringing him back to the Sony family.

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  • CULVER CITY, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Flix Entertainment, faith streaming division of Sony AFFIRM Films, announced today that Loren Schwartz has been named the Chief Marketing Officer, bringing him back to the Sony family.
  • Schwartz will oversee the day-to-day management of Pure Flix's worldwide marketing efforts for the Sony-owned streamer.
  • "I am thrilled to join the Pure Flix team and utilize the tools and resources I have cultivated throughout the years," commented Schwartz.
  • White, founding partner of Pure Flix added, "Loren has a strategic vision that few others in our business today can match.

TUMI Featured In Sony Pictures' Upcoming Summer Film 'Bullet Train'

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TUMI, a leading international travel and lifestyle brand, unveiled its 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase which is featured in Sony Pictures' upcoming original action thriller film "Bullet Train," exclusively in theaters August 5. 

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  • TUMI will also be activating an integrated marketing program in connection with the world red-carpet premiere of the film as well as and a variety of digital and in-store activities to promote the film.
  • Through the TUMI "Bullet Train" collaboration, only 150 limited-edition briefcases will be available starting July 20th worldwide across select TUMI stores & TUMI.COM priced at US$1,795.00.
  • Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
  • Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, Sony Pictures International Productions, and Sony Pictures Classics.

TUMI Featured In Sony Pictures' Upcoming Summer Film 'Bullet Train'

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TUMI, a leading international travel and lifestyle brand, unveiled its 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase which is featured in Sony Pictures' upcoming original action thriller film "Bullet Train," exclusively in theaters August 5. 

Key Points: 
  • TUMI will also be activating an integrated marketing program in connection with the world red-carpet premiere of the film as well as and a variety of digital and in-store activities to promote the film.
  • Through the TUMI "Bullet Train" collaboration, only 150 limited-edition briefcases will be available starting July 20th worldwide across select TUMI stores & TUMI.COM priced at US$1,795.00.
  • Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
  • Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, Sony Pictures International Productions, and Sony Pictures Classics.

CRUNCHYROLL ANNOUNCES GLOBAL THEATRICAL RELEASE DATES FOR "DRAGON BALL SUPER: SUPER HERO"

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

CULVER CITY, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Crunchyroll and Toei Animation unveiled additional details for the global theatrical release of Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, the newest film in the worldwide anime blockbuster franchise, including a new trailer, and new English voice cast. The film will be available in both English dub and subtitled and will arrive in more than 2300 theaters in the United States and Canada on August 19 with tickets on sale starting July 22. The film will also be released in select U.S. based IMAX® theaters. For more information on the film visit http://2022dbs-global.com/.

Key Points: 
  • Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, the second film in the Dragon Ball Super franchise, opens in theaters across the globe in all continents.
  • The film arrives on the following dates in the following regions and territories:
    August 19 in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa, Zambia, Vietnam
    Additional global release dates for the film will be announced soon.
  • This is the first truly globally-distributed theatrical release for Crunchyroll and is distributed in North America by Crunchyroll.
  • Internationally, the film will be distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

CRUNCHYROLL ANNOUNCES GLOBAL THEATRICAL RELEASE DATES FOR "DRAGON BALL SUPER: SUPER HERO"

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

CULVER CITY, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Crunchyroll and Toei Animation unveiled additional details for the global theatrical release of Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, the newest film in the worldwide anime blockbuster franchise, including a new trailer, and new English voice cast. The film will be available in both English dub and subtitled and will arrive in more than 2300 theaters in the United States and Canada on August 19 with tickets on sale starting July 22. The film will also be released in select U.S. based IMAX® theaters. For more information on the film visit http://2022dbs-global.com/.

Key Points: 
  • Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, the second film in the Dragon Ball Super franchise, opens in theaters across the globe in all continents.
  • The film arrives on the following dates in the following regions and territories:
    August 19 in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa, Zambia, Vietnam
    Additional global release dates for the film will be announced soon.
  • This is the first truly globally-distributed theatrical release for Crunchyroll and is distributed in North America by Crunchyroll.
  • Internationally, the film will be distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

Westbrook Inc. Announces Strategic Minority Investment from Candle Media, Next-Generation Media Company Backed by Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs, and Blackstone

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Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Candle Media (Candle), the next-generation media company run by leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs and backed by investment capital from Blackstone, today announced a strategic minority investment in Westbrook Inc., the media company founded by Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith, Miguel Melendez and Ko Yada, focused on empowering artists to tell stories that connect the world.

Key Points: 
  • Candle Media (Candle), the next-generation media company run by leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs and backed by investment capital from Blackstone, today announced a strategic minority investment in Westbrook Inc., the media company founded by Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith, Miguel Melendez and Ko Yada, focused on empowering artists to tell stories that connect the world.
  • We are excited for what we can all achieve together with Blackstone in the years ahead.
  • We look forward to helping accelerate the companys growth as they continue to build a next-generation leader in global entertainment.
  • As we look to the next phase of the company, Kevin, Tom and Blackstone are ideal strategic partners.

Disguise Announces Funko Pop! Masks™ Available for the Holidays and Ghostbusters Giveaway at San Diego Comic-Con

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Sony Pictures Consumer Products (SPCP) is the licensing and merchandising division of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group and Sony Pictures Television for Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.

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  • Sony Pictures Consumer Products (SPCP) is the licensing and merchandising division of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group and Sony Pictures Television for Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
  • For additional information, visit http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html
    Since 1987, Disguise has been a leader in the Halloween industry creating innovative and trend setting costumes and accessories.
  • To see Disguises extensive Halloween collection, please visit www.disguise.com and follow us on Instagram (@disguise.costumes), Twitter (@DisguiseInc) and Facebook (Disguise Costumes).
  • Disguise is a trademark of Disguise, Inc.
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Hyundai Motor's All-Electric IONIQ 5, All-New TUCSON Hit Big Screen in 'Spider-Man™: No Way Home'

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Monday, November 22, 2021

SEOUL, South Korea and FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Hyundai IONIQ 5 and all-new Hyundai TUCSON will make their Hollywood debut in Sony Pictures' upcoming film "Spider-Man: No Way Home".

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  • SEOUL, South Koreaand FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Hyundai IONIQ 5 and all-new Hyundai TUCSON will make their Hollywood debut in Sony Pictures' upcoming film "Spider-Man: No Way Home".
  • In addition to the product-placement scheme, Hyundai Motor will pursue diverse marketing activities by using its intellectual property rights associated with "Spider-Man: No Way Home."
  • The two characters cruise their way through an open country inside the sunlight-reflecting, futuristic-looking IONIQ 5, exchanging banter along the way.
  • On social media, Hyundai will offer fans the opportunity to obtain a "Hyundai IONIQ 5 x Spider-Man: No Way Home" special edition poster as well as customized digital wallpapers.