“It’s been developed with love”: Positive Potato creator Bex Coster on the origins of the brand – and recent product expansions

Bex Coster talks us through the creation of Positive Potato and recent brand extensions with PMS.

Nonsensical’s Oli Hills discusses how brands can thrive on TikTok

“While most still think TikTok is an app for kids dancing, the average age of user is 33 years old”: Nonsensical CEO Oli Hills reveals what makes brands tick on TikTok.

The Brand Radar: Barbie, The Design Museum and the power of exhibitions

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes reports back on a visit to the Design Museum’s Barbie exhibition, and why it’s an encouraging experience for brand owners, licensees and designers alike.

MV Sports MD Phil Ratcliffe on design, innovation and industry evolutions

Phil Ratcliffe discusses how MV Sports helps brands thrive in the outdoor market.

From Luke Skywalker to Land Rover… A look at LEGO’s selective, effective approach to licensing

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at LEGO’s innovative approach to working with brands, be it youngsters with DUPLO or AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO) through advanced sets.

Paper Engine takes us inside the development of its Build Your Own paper toy kits

Paper Engine’s Keith Finch, Louise Clasby and Jason McKenzie on sustainability, Aardman and playing with paper.

The Brand Radar: Topps, The Hundred and the untapped potential of cricket in collectables

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at what Topps’ Cricket Attax could do for the wider licensing potential of the sport, with contributions from Greg Lansdowne and Simon Gresswell.

“A collector’s first album always has special memories”: Greg Lansdowne on his new book, Panini Football Stickers: The Official Celebration

We caught up with Greg to find out more about the secret to Panini’s success – and how the design of the stickers has ensured they remain as popular as ever.

Aardman’s Rob Goodchild discusses the key to designing great products for Morph

A new category of BLE’s Kelvyn Gardner License This! competition is inviting designers to submit concepts based around Morph. Aardman’s Rob Goodchild tell us more.

Keeping the bar high in licensed toy design

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes takes a look at how toy and game brands have become their own force in the world of licensing, and how both companies and designers should be aiming for innovation when it comes to creating ranges based on existing IP.

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