December 2022 - Page 5 of 8

SlumberPod, The Blackout Privacy Sleep Pod for Babies and Toddlers, Partners With Artica

Artica, an eCommerce technology company, has announced their major investment in SlumberPod, the first-ever portable, privacy blackout sleep pod for babies and toddlers seen on ABC’s Shark Tank. Leveraging its proprietary technology platform, Artica is bringing together world-class technology experts with seasoned brand builders to build the next phase of eCommerce. SlumberPod is a testament to the power of this platform, achieving 157% growth since partnering with Artica in April 2022. Furthermore, utilizing Artica’s platform to identify new opportunities, the SlumberPod-Artica team has generated more than 20 new product concepts for the Company’s pipeline.

WonderFold Announces Animalini 2.0 Parent Console Collaboration with Japanese-Inspired Lifestyle Brand, tokidoki

Luxury stroller wagon brand WonderFold announced the release of their new Animalini 2.0 Parent Console in collaboration with Japanese-inspired lifestyle brand, tokidoki. Designed with hook and loop fasteners to attach easily to any WonderFold stroller wagon, WonderFold’s versatile consoles are equipped to carry personal belongings and everyday essentials to save parents from juggling armfuls while trying to mobilize their children. With the adorable cartoon art from tokidoki’s JuJuBe Animalini collection, the new tokidoki Parent Console adds a trendy, brightly colored design option to WonderFold’s lineup of stroller wagon accessories.

King Features Named Global Agent for Rebel Girls

King Features Syndicate, a unit of Hearst and home to some of the world’s most popular entertainment characters, has announced Rebel Girls, the award-winning global girl empowerment brand, is joining its roster of licensing properties. Under the agreement, King Features will represent Rebel Girls worldwide for promotions, collaborations, and merchandise across all categories, including apparel, accessories, collectibles and more.

Licensing News

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

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, today celebrated the induction of Kathy Ireland and Salvatore LaRocca to the Licensing International Hall of Fame. 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.

Just Play Signs Sweet Deal as Master Toy Licensee for Hasbro’s Iconic Easy-Bake Brand

Leading global toy company Just Play announced a worldwide master toy licensing agreement with Hasbro, a global branded entertainment leader, for its iconic Easy-Bake brand. Just Play’s product line of Easy-Bake ovens, baking sets and accessories are expected to launch at retail in select markets from 2024. The Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven toy, refill treat packs and recipes have been a pop culture staple since their introduction in 1963 and continue to be among Hasbro’s top-selling items today. Over 50 years, more than 30 million Easy-Bake brand ovens have been sold and more than 150 million mix refills have been used by bakers-in-the-making.

Blue Angels and Hasbro Team up with Marine Toys for Tots in Toy Relief Mission to San Juan, Puerto Rico

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, Hasbro, Inc, a global branded entertainment leader, and Marine Toys for Tots have teamed up to deliver toys and games to families and children impacted by the environmental and economic impacts in San Juan, Puerto Rico as a result of Hurricane Fiona. Hasbro’s donated toys and games will be delivered by Fat Albert, the all-Marine KC-130 crew of the famed Blue Angels on Thursday, December 8th. The toys and games will then be distributed by Toys for Tots to families with children in need throughout communities in Puerto Rico.

Spin Master and DoorDash Team Up to Deliver Fun With On-Demand Toy Delivery Pilot

Spin Master, a leading global children’s entertainment company, is teaming up with DoorDash to offer on-demand delivery of toys, games, and memorable play experiences. Perfectly timed for the holiday season, consumers can now cross coveted items off wish lists with fast and convenient delivery of Spin Master toys.

Own the Hits and Get Rich with Monopoly: Britney Spears Available Now

Usaopoly (The Op), the board game and puzzle publisher behind iconic licensed games and best-selling party games Telestrations, Blank Slate, and Hues and Cues, along with global branded entertainment leader, Hasbro, take players and fans of the Princess of Pop on a musical journey with Monopoly: Britney Spears, the ultimate collection of her greatest hits, which is available now from The Op Games!

WildBrain Partners with Ukrainian Glowberry for Brave Bunnies

WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has partnered with Ukrainian kids’ producer Glowberry to bring the beloved Brave Bunnies preschool brand into its portfolio of kids’ and family franchises. Under the arrangement, WildBrain has assured the continuation of the popular Brave Bunnies series which was disrupted by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Working together with Glowberry and the leading Ibero-American animation studio, Ánima, WildBrain will now lead the global management of Brave Bunnies, leveraging its 360° capabilities across production, distribution and consumer products. Brave Bunnies was created by Olga Cherepanova, co-founder of Glowberry and Creative Producer on the series.