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Going live again at last: Spielwarenmesse 2023 turns into a grand reunion with numerous highlights

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

The live event is complemented by the business platform Spielwarenmesse Digital, with new functions to support the visit.

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  • The live event is complemented by the business platform Spielwarenmesse Digital, with new functions to support the visit.
  • This service area in Hall 7 covers not only testing and inspection institutes but also packaging manufacturers and marketing service providers.
  • The trade fair and marketing services provider Spielwarenmesse eG is the organiser of the Spielwarenmesse® – the leading international trade fair for toys, hobbies and leisure.
  • A new addition for 2022 is the multifunctional platform Spielwarenmesse Digital, as a complementary service to the Spielwarenmesse.

Licensing International Foundation Honors Kathy Ireland and Salvatore LaRocca at 2022 Hall of Fame Event 

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $315+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, celebrated the induction of Kathy Ireland and Salvatore LaRocca to the Licensing International Hall of Fame yesterday, December 7, 2022.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $315+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, celebrated the induction of Kathy Ireland and Salvatore LaRocca to the Licensing International Hall of Fame yesterday, December 7, 2022.
  • Held at Gotham Hall in New York City, the 2022 Hall of Fame and Rising Star Awards event also honored the future of brand licensing, recognizing Rising Stars in the licensing business and celebrating the 2022 Licensing International Foundation scholarship recipients.
  • “I am honored to be recognized as a member of the Licensing International Hall of Fame class of 2022,” said LaRocca.
  • “We had much to celebrate at this year’s Licensing International Hall of Fame,” said Maura Regan, President of Licensing International.

License Global Names Winners of Annual The Influentials Awards

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

The winner celebrated with this first-time honor is Allison Ames, President and CEO of global brand licensing agency, Beanstalk.

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  • The winner celebrated with this first-time honor is Allison Ames, President and CEO of global brand licensing agency, Beanstalk.
  • The nine specific categories and their winners shine a light on the innovations, collaborations and disruptions observed this year across the business, says Amanda Cioletti, Vice President of Content and Strategy for License Global.
  • License Global, published by the Global Licensing Group, is the leading news source for the brand licensing industry, delivering award-winning editorial content, including news, trends, analysis and special reports about the global consumer product and retail marketplace.
  • The following events and information products are produced by the Global Licensing Group: Licensing Expo, Brand Licensing Europe, Licensing Expo Shanghai, Brand & Licensing Innovation Summit and media brand License Global.

Icon Kathy Ireland Enters Licensing Hall of Fame

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kathy Ireland will be arriving in New York City to be inducted into the Licensing International Hall of Fame on December 7th.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kathy Ireland will be arriving in New York City to be inducted into the Licensing International Hall of Fame on December 7th.
  • Ms. Ireland is Chair, CEO, Chief Designer and sole shareholder of "the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history," according to Women's Wear Daily.
  • Joining Ms. Ireland at the event will be several of her colleagues and clients from the licensing industry.
  • "My business role model is Kathy Ireland because she is the epitome of a model turned mogul..." said model and icon Ashley Graham when asked about Ms. Ireland.

Forever 21 Launches the World’s First Metaverse-Tested Fashion Collection, IRL

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

Today, leading fashion retailer Forever 21 is celebrating its one year Meta-versary by launching its first-ever metaverse-inspired fashion collection.

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  • Today, leading fashion retailer Forever 21 is celebrating its one year Meta-versary by launching its first-ever metaverse-inspired fashion collection.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Winnie Park, Forever 21 CEO, said, Our initial goal with Forever 21 Shop City was to expand how we engage with our customers and make our products accessible to all.
  • Since its launch on Roblox last year, Forever 21 has pushed boundaries, becoming the first and largest retailer to make on-trend virtual fashion accessible.
  • Forever 21 is a fashion industry leader making the latest trends accessible to all while inspiring unique style and confidence.

THE VOICE ENTERS THE METAVERSE! ITV STUDIOS PARTNERS WITH VIRTUAL BRAND GROUP TO BRING THE ICONIC SINGING EXPERIENCE TO THE METAVERSE

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- You know The Voice - but do you know what's next? Today, ITV Studios announced that it has granted exclusive rights in the metaverse for the world's number one talent show to the Virtual Brand Group (VBG). The Voice redefined stardom with its instantly iconic blind auditions and competitive celebrity coaches - that removed judgment based on physical appearance and empowered people based just on their talent.

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  • Today, ITV Studios announced that it has granted exclusive rights in the metaverse for the world's number one talent show to the Virtual Brand Group (VBG).
  • Virtual Brand Group (VBG), an award-winning metaverse pioneer known for building immersive experiences and communities, will collaborate with ITV to develop, build and operate The Voice in the metaverse for the first time.
  • Today we come full circle," said Lucie Stoffers, Head of Brand & Licensing at ITV Studios.
  • Its Brand & Licensing department is responsible for all global commercial activities, including sponsorship, brand licensing, consumer products, gaming, and live events.

Licensing Expo Announces June Date, Reveals Fashion Theme for 2023

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Licensing Expo 2023 will showcase some incredible opportunities to grow the licensing and fashion industries even further.

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  • Licensing Expo 2023 will showcase some incredible opportunities to grow the licensing and fashion industries even further.
  • Launched in 1980, Licensing Expo is the world's largest and most influential annual tradeshow dedicated to licensing and brand extension.
  • Licensing Expo is a part of the Global Licensing Group at Informa Markets, the licensing industry's leading tradeshow organizer and media partner.
  • The following events and information products are produced for the licensing industry by the Global Licensing Group at Informa Markets: Licensing Expo, Brand Licensing Europe, Licensing Expo Shanghai, Brand & Licensing Innovation Summit and License Global.

Jazwares Promotes Sam Ferguson to Senior Vice President of Global Licensing

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, today announced Sam Ferguson has been elevated to Senior Vice President of Global Licensing, effective immediately.

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  • SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, today announced Sam Ferguson has been elevated to Senior Vice President of Global Licensing, effective immediately.
  • In his newly expanded role, Ferguson will oversee the company's global inbound and outbound licensing efforts reporting to Judd Karofsky, Executive Vice President, Jazwares.
  • Sam Ferguson has been elevated to Senior Vice President of Global Licensing, Jazwares.
  • Most recently, Ferguson spearheaded the wildly successful cross-category global licensing program for Squishmallows, the toy industry's leading plush brand.

Asian Licensing Conference explores latest trends and forges new business opportunities

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

The three-day event generated nearly 140 one-on-one business matching meetings online, connecting global licensing players with potential partners to help them explore business opportunities.

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  • The three-day event generated nearly 140 one-on-one business matching meetings online, connecting global licensing players with potential partners to help them explore business opportunities.
  • The 11th Asian Licensing Conference (ALC) online featured 34 industry speakers well versed in the industry and attracted more than 25,000 viewers from 42 countries and regions.
  • The inaugural Brand Forum took place alongside the conference, featuring a number of established Asian brands.
  • The ALC provides a one-stop platform where leading global brands and licensors can explore cross-sectoral cooperation and keep abreast of the latest market trends and opportunities.

First Wave of Speakers Confirmed to Address the Future of Licensing at Brand & Licensing Innovation Summit North America

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

Brand & Licensing Innovation Summit (B&LIS) North America , a two-day thought leadership conference dedicated to transforming the future of brand licensing, today announced an impressive first wave of speakers confirmed for the November 8-9 event at Convene New York in New York City.

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  • Brand & Licensing Innovation Summit (B&LIS) North America , a two-day thought leadership conference dedicated to transforming the future of brand licensing, today announced an impressive first wave of speakers confirmed for the November 8-9 event at Convene New York in New York City.
  • B&LIS North America, in partnership with Licensing International, is strategically designed to be a one-stop shop for in-depth education and trend analysis within brand licensing.
  • "This years B&LIS North America speaker lineup covers all the latest topics and trends impacting the business of licensing," said Anna Knight, SVP of the Global Licensing Group, organizers of B&LIS.
  • As consumers emerge from the pandemic, the desire for peer connection is driving this transformative era forward.