Who’s News: Debra Valencia to Head Design at Sykel

By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief Designer Debra Valencia and licensing partner Sykelannounced Valencia’s appointment as merchandise and design director. It’s an unusual appointment, because Valencia will continue to control her own intellectual property, making this...

H&M Headlining Speakers at Upcoming PoC Conference

By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief Products of Change has announced additional speakers for its annual sustainability conference, including representatives from the H&M Group, The Works, Decathlon and Hasbro. Products of Change is a sustainability organization...

PayPal: Most Americans Bullish on Holiday Spending Despite Inflation

By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief A new survey shows most Americans plan maintain their spending levels on holiday gift giving this year, despite concerns about inflation and the state of the economy. The survey was conducted on behalf of the payment company PayPal...