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This issue is brought to you by the letters L and G. Our cover story is about “Sesame Street,” the long-running television series that has endeared fans for generations. License Global talks with Sesame Workshop about what it means for the brand to evolve with the times while staying true to its roots.

As this year ends, License Global pays tribute to those making strides in the industry with our annual Influentials report. If you have ever wondered what it takes to be an Influential, look no further than this year’s report. We’ve named 10 new individuals leading the charge for a new licensing, extension and collaboration era.

’Tis the season for toys – our Toy Report supplement shares essential data and content about the popular licensing category. Look for our full report in January to find out the key drivers for the licensed toy business.

While at Brand Licensing Europe, License Global interviewed a few licensing executives from brands, including Hasbro, BBC Studios, Fanatics and Bandai Namco to discuss the importance of creativity in brand licensing. This ties into “Brands at Play,” the theme for License Global, Licensing Expo and BLE in 2024.

As we celebrate the holiday with our loved ones, we cannot help but think of those in conflict worldwide. License Global’s founder and resident licensing expert, Steven Ekstract, discusses how licensing can unite us all. License Global hopes you have a fantastic holiday season and a prosperous 2024.

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