You’re Hired

  • Spin Master Expands to Central Europe
  • Hot Topic Appoints Becker and Drapkin to Board of Directors
  • STR Hires Rachel Murray Meyer for Toys & Children’s Products
  • California Creations Creates New Position for Lazich

aNb Media News, September 21, 2010

  • TIA Replaces ToyCon with PlayCon
  • New Partners for Guess with Jess
  • Kenneth Cole May Sell to Iconix
  • Betty White, Jerry Leigh Apparel on YouTube
  • Toys ‘R’ Us Announced its Fabulous 15 Holiday Toy List

Catching Up With Patrick J. O’Brien and Lee Rawles

Video games become more successful with each passing year. Video game companies are currently working two ways. They are developing successful licensing programs based on their own intellectual properties. While, at the same time, video game companies are working with licensors to bring a brand’s experience to a home console. Patrick J. O’Brien and Lee Rawles take a few moments to talk about Electronic Arts’ (EA) success both as a licensee and a licensor in the world of video games.

Real Deal

  • Snow Gear for Julius and Friends
  • Nelvana, Vivendi Partner for Beyblade Home Entertainment, Digital Downloads
  • Adams Media, Kidz Bop Partner for Books

aNb Media News, August 17, 2010

  • Saban Acquires Paul Frank
  • Tom Arbuckle Passed Away
  • Meeting in The Toy Building
  • Walmart Reports Results
  • The Hub Continues to Announce TV Lineup

You’re Hired

  • Saban Brands Hires Casentini
  • Taylor Upped at Universal

Real Deal

  • Disney and Target Partner for Apparel Line
  • Telemundo Branded Prepaid Visa Cards
  • Betty White Apparel from Jerry Leigh
  • JTMG Signs The Boondock Saints
  • My Gym Signs with CAA