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19 hours ago | licenseglobal.com | Steven Ekstract

Steven Ekstract is managing director of Global Licensing Advisors. Ekstract is also the founder of License Global magazineLicense Global Viewpoint ColumnAs the licensing industry gathers once again in Las Vegas for Licensing Expo 2025, two landmark educational resources are launching to empower newcomers, business partners, and global brands looking to break into the licensing space. Together, they represent the most accessible and practical learning tools the industry has ever seen.

2 days ago | licenseglobal.com | Ian Hart

Ian Hart, Senior Digital Editor U.K. & EMEAMay 13, 2025Paddington Bear outside Paddington Retail Store in Paddington Station, LondonSTUDIOCANAL Kids & FamilyThe last time we spoke in depth, ahead of Brand Licensing Europe, STUDIOCANAL was just launching the STUDIOCANAL Kids & Family label. How has that gone over the last six months and what has it meant for the Paddington brand? Françoise Guyonnet: The last six months have been incredibly exciting for us.

6 days ago | licenseglobal.com | Gianna Rosenbach

Calm, the mental health and wellness company, known for helping users get better sleep, stress less and live more mindfully, is embarking on a significant expansion beyond its digital roots. With the newly hired head of licensing, Joe Lawson, and an upcoming debut at Licensing Expo 2025, the company is transforming from an app-based service into a comprehensive wellness movement.

1 week ago | licenseglobal.com | Ian Hart

Ian Hart, Senior Digital Editor U.K. & EMEAMay 8, 2025License Global: Board games had a huge resurgence during the pandemic as families spent more time together in their homes. Have you seen that trend continue and what do you forecast over the next five to ten years for the board game category? Pierre Ortolan: We’re witnessing the growth in popularity of tabletop games.

1 week ago | licenseglobal.com | McKenna Morgan

Gunnar GlassesGunnar OptiksVideo games continue to be a massive market in licensing. From “A Minecraft Movie” and “The Last of Us” breaking box office and viewership records, respectively, to games like “Grand Theft Auto VI” making headlines before the game is even released, the vertical is an important one for the licensing industry to keep an eye on. One licensee that takes gaming culture seriously and has been releasing multiple collaborative efforts as a result is eyewear brand Gunnar Optiks.