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The Licensing Exchange Ep. 12: From Bartender to Global Licensing Executive: Ted Larkins, SVP of Licensing at Octane 5, on Data, Relationships and the "Get To" Mindset
When a bartender in Osaka gets a ripped piece of paper with a phone number, he has no idea he's about to launch a 35-year licensing career. Ted Larkins tells the story of how that call turned into decades representing James Dean, Pepsi-Cola, and Hollywood studios across Asia.
The Licensing Exchange Ep. 11: From Music to Brands: Licensing Compliance Expert Marty Malysz on Scaling Global Licensing
How do global brands manage hundreds of licensing relationships simultaneously? Marty Malysz, president and founder of Dependable Solutions, walks through the software systems that keep licensing compliant, scaled, and profitable—from forecasting royalties to approving products across international markets. A 30-year industry veteran, Marty shares how specialization in brand licensing (versus music) saved his career, why size matters in licensing automation, and what's next for AI in compliance.
The Licensing Exchange Ep. 10: Leading the Future of Licensing: Maura Regan on Global Growth, AI & Brand Strategy
Licensing International President Maura Regan joins The Licensing Exchange to discuss global licensing, artificial intelligence, intellectual property, brand strategy, industry education, and the trends shaping the future of licensing.
The Licensing Exchange Ep. 9: From Consumer Products to Immersive Worlds: Chief Growth Officer Veronica Hart on Location-Based Entertainment
From designing Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to producing the Paris Olympics, Veronica Hart shares how location-based entertainment is transforming the licensing industry.