2023 - Page 27 of 124 - aNb Media, Inc.

L.O.L. Surprise! Unwraps a Sweet Surprise: A Delectable Collaboration with Haribo

MGA Entertainment, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing privately held toy and entertainment companies, and creator of global sensation, L.O.L. Surprise!, has announced its highly-anticipated partnership with renowned confectionery brand, Haribo, further extending its popular and mouthwatering line of L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Mini Sweets. Since its debut in 2022, the L.O.L. Surprise! Loves Mini Sweets line has steadily grown, captivating collectors’ hearts worldwide with its irresistible candy brand partnerships. Its popularity continues to soar, making it the No. 1 segment across the entire L.O.L. Surprise! brand for 2022 and 2023. With the unveiling of Series 3, the excitement is set to reach new heights, due in part to the sweet alliance with Haribo.

Steiff Celebrates Global James Bond Day with new Villainous Bond Bear

Steiff, the inventors of the teddy bear, first brought James Bond to life in teddy bear form earlier this year with their Limited Edition James Bond “Dr. No” Musical Bear. The Dr. No Numbered Edition is a beautifully made musical bear with an internal wind-up musical box (a unique Steiff attribute), that plays the iconic 007 theme tune. The bear was crafted by hand in a limited edition of 3,000 bears, of which few are still available at Steiff and 007.com. Few figures are as iconic as the original international man of mystery, secret agent James Bond, cutting a sophisticated picture in his immaculate suit. The character is so widely beloved that all things Bond are celebrated annually on October 5th, in an homage to the date of the World Premiere of the first James Bond Film Dr. No on October 5th, 1962.

Entertainment News

Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources to Help Children and Families Learn Financial Literacy Skills with Support from PNC Foundation

Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, released new resources to help young children learn the basic concepts that serve as a foundation for financial education. Created with generous support from PNC Foundation through PNC Grow Up Great, a nearly 20-year early childhood education initiative, the resources support early conversations around spending, sharing and saving money. Financial stability remains a top concern for families with young children and by supporting caregivers and educators in teaching foundational financial skills early, they can help prepare children to make sound financial decisions as they grow.

CandyRific Introduces Mini Candy Dispensers

CandyRific is introducing Mini Candy Dispensers in licensed designs with characters from Nickelodeon and Spin Master Entertainment’s hit animated series PAW Patrol characters. These Mini Candy Dispensers bring excitement and fun at a lower price point to introduce new consumers to the novelty category. The new Mini Candy Dispensers come with 0.28 ounces of assorted fruit flavored dextrose candies (natural flavors and colors). With two designs for PAW Patrol, these 4” tall candy dispensers are charming and colorful. The dispensers will be available December 2023 – Four, 12-count displays per case.

Spookley the Square Pumpkin Joins the Tonies Collection of Characters

Holiday Hill Farm, home of beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin, and tonies, the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children, today announced the launch of the first-ever Spookley Tonie. The Spookley Tonie will appear at—and soon be disappearing from—major retailers and specialty stores across North America and online at Amazon and tonies.com. The Spookley Tonie is appropriate for children ages 3+. The Spookley Tonie features 25 audio tracks that combine songs from the popular Spookley movies and animated music videos with a brand-new story from Spookley himself of the amazing things that happened to him since the day he arrived at Holiday Hill Farm — especially just before Halloween that year. Along their audio journey, kids can dance to popular songs such as “The Transylvania Twist” and “The Boo Song,” and learn the importance of self-acceptance, friendship and empathy.

Cloudco Entertainment Welcomes New Talent Charlotte Payne and Noelle Nuñez to Amplify Global Licensing Initiatives

Cloudco Entertainment, the creative force behind iconic brands like The Care Bears, Holly Hobbie, and Madballs, is taking its Global Licensing team to new heights. The company proudly announces the arrival of Charlotte Payne, who steps into the role of Director of International Licensing, and Noelle Nuñez, who joins as Manager of Retail Development. Charlotte Payne takes the reins as the Director of International Licensing. Armed with over a decade of experience in international licensing, Charlotte honed her skills at Warner Brothers Discovery UK/EMEA. There, she led international brand and business strategies, orchestrated marketing retail activations, and curated fresh business development initiatives across a thrilling assortment of entertainment and lifestyle brands. Her mission at Cloudco is to redefine brand strategies and accelerate Cloudco into the global spotlight. Charlotte will be reporting to Robert Prinzo, Head of Global Licensing, to bring Cloudco’s portfolio of beloved characters to fans around the world and will be based in the UK.

Mattel Makes Wishes Come True with Disney’s WISH Product Collection

In advance of the upcoming November release of Disney’s highly anticipated animated musical, WISH, Mattel is unveiling a unique new product collection inspired by the movie. With Mattel’s new WISH doll line, fans excited for the film can now let their imaginations wander and bring their wishes to life.

Women In Toys, Licensing & Entertainment Unveils 2023 Wonder Women Award Winners in NYC

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) is proud to announce its 2023 Wonder Women Winners, who were celebrated at the 18th annual Wonder Women Awards at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers in New York City. The leading global organization focused on advancing and advocating for women in the toy, consumer products, licensing and entertainment industries, also honored Laura Zebersky with the Visionary Leader Award; Lisa McKnight, who received the Trailblazer Award, and Nyla Hayes, recipient of the Future Leader Award. The Wonder Women Awards honors top female executives, thought leaders, entrepreneurs and other changemakers for their extraordinary accomplishments and impact within the toy, licensing and the entertainment industries.

Events News

Moose Toys Wins and Wows at 2023 Toy of the Year Awards

Moose Toys, an innovative leader in the toy industry, won two prestigious accolades, including Champion of Diversity & Inclusion for Art Director Brent Bell in the inaugural people-focused awards, and an inaugural Marketing Campaign of the Year Award (Silver) at the Toy Foundation’s 24th annual Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. The TOTY Award winners were announced at an awards ceremony at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in New York City, opening day of The Toy Association’s 2024 Preview and 2023 Holiday Market. “A dynamic, dedicated and zealously active leader, Brent was the catalyst for adding the LQBTQIA+ Workstream to Moose’s global workplace D&I initiatives,” said Paul Solomon, CEO, Moose Toys. “Under his leadership, Brent and his small team of volunteers designed a program that supports Moose’s commitment to building a workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We look forward to becoming further educated and enlightened under his thoughtful leadership and are so proud that his important efforts are being recognized and rewarded.”