The countdown to The Licensing Awards 2024 in September is officially on, with the finalists across all categories having been announced.
Once again, The Licensing Awards attracted a phenomenal number of entries and nominations this year across all the categories.
Some 3,000 products were entered across the 12 awards categories, with the finalists being arrived at by retail buyers across the whole gamut of licensed and consumer products.
The judges included buyers from retailers such as Asda, Bargain Max, Calendar Club, Cardfactory, Character.com, DFS, Dobbies Garden Centre, Dunelm, Fat Face, Forbidden Planet, HMV, Homebase, Iceland, John Lewis, JoJo Maman Bébé, Lipsy, Longleat, LUSH, Marks and Spencer, Matalan, Moonpig, My 1st Years, New Look, Next, Paultons Park, Primark, Sainsbury’s, Selfridges, Studio, T.J Morris, Tesco, The Hut Group, The Very Group, The Works, TruffleShuffle, Vanilla Underground and WHSmith.
Various validation panels have also convened to discuss, debate and validate all the other categories to arrive at the worthy finalists.
“The innovation, talent, tenacity and passion of the UK licensing industry is on full display in this year’s list of finalists,” commented Ian Hyder, ceo at Max Publishing, which owns and organises The Licensing Awards. “From the talented young professionals which make up the UK Rising Star shortlist, through to the evergreen properties in the running for the Classic Licensed Property award, this year’s finalists are shining examples of what makes this industry so amazing.
“Congratulations to all of the 2024 finalists – we can’t wait to celebrate with you on 10 September.”
Anna Knight, svp Global Licensing Group, Informa Markets – the headline sponsor of The Licensing Awards – commented: “As the proud headline sponsor of The Licensing Awards 2024, we’re thrilled to be part of this celebration of talent. These awards are an endorsement of excellence that resonates throughout our dynamic industry. This year’s event promises to be an extravaganza, bringing everyone together in a celebratory atmosphere, showcasing the best and brightest right before we gather together again at BLE. We look forward to recognising the creative and innovative talent this industry is renowned for.”
The finalists in the Best Licensed Giftware Range, Home Decor, Tableware or Housewares Range are (all categories are for licensing activity over the period between 1 June 2023 and 31 May 2024):
- The Beatles Collection from Half Moon Bay
- Bluey BCI Cotton Duvet Set for Next from Dreamtex
- Bridgerton Fabrics Collection from Liberty
- Chapter B Kids Club by Billie Faiers Debut Nursery Collection from Tesco
- Harry Potter Collection from Abysse Corp
- Hello Kitty 50 Year Collection from Primark
- Miffy x Cath Kidston Collection from Cath Kidston
- Moomin Needle Felting and Embroidery Kits from The Crafty Kit Company
- PAW Patrol Collection from Widdop and Co
- Peanuts Home & Gifting Range from House of Disaster
- Prestige Disney Bake with Mickey Collection from Meyer Group
- Wednesday Gifting Collection from Pyramid International
To see the finalists in the other categories, please head over to licensingsource.net here.
The Licensing Awards 2024 takes place on Tuesday 10 September at Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
Tickets and tables can be reserved quickly and securely online by visiting Max-Tickets.net or by contacting Clare Hollick at Create Events: clare@createvents.co.uk or phone +44 (0)1183 340085.
For sponsorship or general questions regarding The Licensing Awards, please contact Ian Hyder, Jakki Brown, Rob Willis or Samantha Loveday.
