ICTI Ethical Toy Program Hires Todd Merton
The ICTI Ethical Toy Program (IETP) named Todd Merton to the newly created role of head of business development.
Onyx Monster Mysteries Rolls Out Franchise with Pocket.watch
Pocket.watch is developing a new franchise around the animated series Onyx Monster Mysteries, inspired by YouTube creators the Onyx Family.
ZAG Signs Miraculous Console Game Publishing Deal
ZAG signed a development and publishing deal with GameMill and Magic Pockets to create and release a Miraculous console game by holiday 2022.
The Batman Toys, Licensed Character Pop It!s, & More New Products
DC and Warner Bros. unveil new The Batman toys and collectibles from LEGO, Hot Wheels, and more. Plus, Buffalo Games extends its line of Pop It!s, and more new product releases.
Mattel Reports Sales Growth in Q3 2021 Results
Mattel reported net sales of $1.76 billion in Q3 of 2021 — an 8% increase as reported and 7% increase in constant currency versus the prior year.
Ring Pop Appoints LMA to Develop Licensing Program
Lisa Marks Associates has been tapped to develop a licensing program for Bazooka Candy Brands’ Ring Pop.
Mattel & WWE Extend Master Toy Partnership
WWE is extending its licensing agreement with Mattel, a global master toy partner for the wrestling franchise since 2009.
ShopTalk Episode 15: Mattel COO Richard Dickson
On this episode of ShopTalk, we sat down with COO of Mattel, Richard Dickson, to discuss some of Mattel’s biggest brands — including American Girl, Barbie, Fisher-Price, Monster High, and Mattel Creations — as well as the company’s newest plans for the near future.
Goliath Acquires Endless Games
Game publisher Goliath announced its acquisition of New Jersey-based Endless Games. This marks Goliath’s fourth acquisition in North America and 11th acquisition internationally in the last 7 years.