Curiosity Ink Media, the original storytelling and
Intellectual Property (IP)-generating subsidiary of Grom Social
Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: GROM), has announced a new expansion of
its Cats vs Pickles licensing program in association with Cepia,
LLC. This licensing partnership with Well Played Toys is poised to
introduce a diverse and innovative range of Cats vs Pickles
products to the market.
Managing the phenomenal VS World property, where
the uniqueness of quirky and unexpected friendships shine,
Curiosity Ink is committed to supporting the growing Cats vs
Pickles fandom, a group that consistently collects 80 or more
distinctive and charming characters. The anticipated new product
line is slated to hit retail shelves by Q2 2024, offering fans new
options to expand and display their Cats vs Pickles
collections.
Well Played Toys, known for its proficient
management of reputable licensed brands including SpongeBob
Squarepants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and PAW Patrol, will
expand the Cats vs Pickles universe into new areas, including
licensed construction, non-plush collectibles, and appealing
novelty toys.
Jared Wolfson, Curiosity Ink Media’s Chief
Executive Officer, expressed the company's anticipation: "We are
eager to enhance the reach of this engaging and family-friendly
brand. Focused on delivering unmatched value through integrated
franchise creation and management, we look forward to furthering
additional opportunities presented at the New York Toy Fair."
The Hollywood-based kids and family
entertainment group became the licensing agent in 2022 and later
created a Yuletide Advent Calendar, How the Gherkins Stole
Christmas, based on the wildly popular franchise for
Santa.com. With an animated original series and a
series of story, sticker and craft books on the horizon, the Cats
vs Pickles brand stands ready for substantial growth, backed by
Curiosity Ink's steadfast commitment to its enduring success.
James Russell Hornsby, CEO and founder of Cepia,
voiced his excitement for the collaboration: “The affection that
the VS World community has for the unique characters of Cats vs
Pickles is substantial. We are ready to offer them new avenues to
enjoy and collect the brand, and Well Played Toys, known for its
high-quality and exceptional value, is an ideal partner for this
endeavor."
“We are beyond excited to be a part of the Cats
vs Pickles universe,” said David Gardiner, president and co-founder
of Well Played Toys. “It is an honor to add this property to our
fast-growing list of innovative and legendary brands. We look
forward to the partnership to build this fun and unique world!”
For more details about the Cats vs Pickles
expansion and other Curiosity Ink Media properties, visit the
company’s website at CuriosityInkMedia.com, and follow them on
Instagram and Facebook.
About Curiosity Ink
MediaCuriosity Ink Media is the original storytelling and
Intellectual Property (IP)-generating subsidiary of Grom Social
Enterprises, Inc. Fueled by imagination, creativity and a clear
focus on commercial franchise potential, the Hollywood-based kids
and family entertainment group specializes in feature
films (Santa.com, The Pirate Princess, Thunderous);
linear and streaming series (Cats vs Pickles, Hey
Fuzzy Yellow, Denver the Last Dinosaur);
publishing (Baldwin’s Big Adventure, PAW Patrol:
Pawsome Puppets), digital and e-commerce
platforms (Santa.com); franchise-building and
licensing partnerships (Cats vs Pickles, VS World, Denver
the Last Dinosaur). Curiosity Ink Media’s library of entertainment
properties is designed to amass ongoing value for the company and
its partners.
About Grom Social Enterprises,
Inc.Grom Social Enterprises, Inc. is a growing social
media platform and original content provider of entertainment for
children under 13 years of age, which provides safe and secure
digital environments for kids that can be monitored by their
parents or guardians. The Company has several operating
subsidiaries, including Grom Social, which delivers its content
through mobile and desktop environments (web portal and apps) that
entertain children, let them interact with friends, access relevant
news, and play proprietary games while teaching them about being
good digital citizens. The Company owns and operates Top Draw
Animation, which produces award-winning animation content for some
of the largest international media companies in the world. Grom
also includes Grom Educational Services, which has provided web
filtering services for K-12 schools, government and private
businesses. For more information, please visit
https://gromsocial.com.
About CepiaHeadquartered in St
Louis, Mo., Cepia, LLC is a privately held, family-owned global
manufacturer of entertainment-driven brands designed to ignite the
imaginations of children of all ages. Led by industry veteran and
former inventor of the year James Russell Hornsby and a small band
of passionate toymakers, Cepia creates toy franchises that ignite
magic through wonder and imagination. Versus World Property brands
Cats vs Pickles, Dogs vs Squirls and Kittens vs Gherkins are
distributed in major and specialty retailers in the USA, UK,
Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. For more information,
please visit cepiallc.com and catsvpickles.com.
Forward-Looking StatementsThis
press release contains statements, which may constitute
“forward-looking statements.” Those statements include statements
regarding the intent, belief, or current expectations of Grom and
members of its management team as well as the assumptions on which
such statements are based. Such forward-looking statements are not
guarantees of future performance and involve risks and
uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from
those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important
factors currently known to management that may cause actual results
to differ from those anticipated are discussed throughout the
Company’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission
which are available at www.sec.gov as well as the Company’s website
at www.gromsocial.com. The Company undertakes no obligation to
update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed
assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or changes to
future operating results.
Media Contacts:Briana Richard42West for
Curiosity Ink Mediabriana_richard@bhimpact.com
Paul WardGrom Social Enterprises, Inc.Paul@Gromsocial.com
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