The iconic Smiley brand, the world’s biggest retailer Alibaba, and globally-renowned brand management, brand owner, and marketing company Authentic Brands Group (ABG) are the first keynotes revealed for the Festival of Licensing Live Stage agenda, sponsored by Crunchyroll. A month-long virtual celebration of the global licensing industry running from October 6-29, Festival of Licensing incorporates three regional events linked to the world’s biggest markets – Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and … [Read more...] about Smiley, ABG, and Alibaba announced as first Festival of Licensing keynotes
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Twofour and Boom Group realign nations and regions focus
The award-winning indies Boom and Twofour, both part of ITV Studios, are to realign their nations and regions focus to support their creative strategy as they move into their next stage of growth. Under the management of CEO Tim Carter, Chief Creative Officer David Brindley, and Managing Director Dan Adamson, Twofour is concentrating development and production between Plymouth and London, strengthening the axis between the bases to inject scale and audacity to its British and global … [Read more...] about Twofour and Boom Group realign nations and regions focus
FanVestor taps entertainment industry veteran and E! founder Larry Namer as Chief Operating Officer
Global entertainment mogul and E! founder Larry Namer has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of FanVestor, a fintech investment platform that allows fans to invest in their favorite celebrities, sports heroes, and talent brands, the announcement was made today by FanVestor founder and CEO Michael Golomb. “Larry is one of the industry’s most creative thinkers and visionaries, making him the perfect addition to our senior executive team. His extensive background and breadth of experience … [Read more...] about FanVestor taps entertainment industry veteran and E! founder Larry Namer as Chief Operating Officer
Federation Kids & Family partners with TeamTO on the mesmerising animated comedy ‘Presto! School of Magic’
Two French powerhouses, premium kids content distributor Federation Kids & Family (part of Federation Entertainment) and leading European kids entertainment company TeamTO, have joined forces on the new animated comedy series Presto! School of Magic, based on STUDIOCANAL’S highly acclaimed theatrical hit, The House of Magic. Marking a first-time collaboration between the two renowned companies (forthcoming from years of friendship and mutual respect), Federation Kids & Family has … [Read more...] about Federation Kids & Family partners with TeamTO on the mesmerising animated comedy ‘Presto! School of Magic’
Discovery announces appointment of Tony Qiu as Senior Vice President and General Manager – East & Southeast Asia
Discovery, Inc. announces the appointment of Tony Qiu as Senior Vice President and General Manager – East & Southeast Asia as well as the Head of Global Location Based Entertainment Business for Discovery Networks. Effective immediately, he will oversee all aspects of business development and operational performance across the company’s award-winning portfolio of entertainment brands. Qiu is currently based in China and will relocate to Singapore in his new role. In his duo leadership … [Read more...] about Discovery announces appointment of Tony Qiu as Senior Vice President and General Manager – East & Southeast Asia
Tata Sky partners with Accedo to develop the user interface of its Smart Set-top box – Tata Sky Binge+
Accedo has worked with Tata Sky, India’s leading content distribution platform to develop the user interface for its latest offering, Tata Sky Binge+ Smart Set-top Box. The Android TV enabled device provides content from Linear Television and a host of OTT apps onto a television screen. Designed to provide a smart and endless choice of entertainment for the entire family, Tata Sky Binge+ provides a unified interface to help customers discover content seamlessly from Live TV channels and 9 … [Read more...] about Tata Sky partners with Accedo to develop the user interface of its Smart Set-top box – Tata Sky Binge+