Dean and JoJo the Dolphin Goes Digital for New Licensing Opportunities
The true life story of Dean & JoJo is a relationship between two species and a connection that transcends differences. It is the longest human and wild dolphin relationship in history. Now for the first time, this universally appealing entertainment brand, that has touched and inspired people of all ages, is launching a new licensing web presence in advance of the 2014 Licensing Expo, held in Las Vegas from June 17-19.
The Dean & JoJo brand has a global fan base of hundreds of millions through its audience from international exposure in feature films, documentaries, TV, magazines, international news and books. Today, as Dean and JoJo are household theme songs, school yard mascots, and environmental ambassadors, the company looks to continue to engage and entertain the world through new licensing agreements.
A new website for Dean & JoJo includes a licensing section with a ‘sneak peak’ of digital characters and branded icons that are available for license for all media and product categories. Dean and JoJo is inviting the licensing industry and their partners to judge the digital character design finalists as they are created.
Anyone interested in participating in the judging, may e-mail a bio to DeanAndJoJo@gmail.com with the subject line: Dean and JoJo digital character voting. The winning characters will be presented in September 2014 on the new website.
Dean Bernal, founder of The Dean and JoJo Company, will be reviewing further offers with the entertainment industry and publishers for film and book rights, plus segmented ancillary products. The company is especially interested in appropriate, commercially sustainable and innovative product and multimedia partners that fit the strategy of carrying the Dean & JoJo legacy. Bernal adds, “The opportunities we are encouraging include human and animal safety, planetary care and global responsibility themes,” – which are some of the diverse trademark areas of this transcultural, multi-generational brand.
Dean & JoJo have been featured by the top echelons of the media ranging from National Geographic to celebrity endorsements. The story is a colorful and timeless adventure that stirs emotions, piques the senses, and inspires compassion. Evidenced by these highlights:
“There’s no denying that the bond between them is very real.” Pierce Brosnan—IMAX Dolphins
“JoJo has bestowed upon him a rare gift, friendship with a creature that is wild and free.” George Page—PBS, Nature Series
“It’s almost dream-like.” Bob Talbot—Film Producer
“I think JoJo and Dean are party mammals.” Robin Williams—PBS, IN THE WILD Dolphins
Those interested in exploring the depths of the Dean & JoJo brand may access a documentary feature film trailer, the theme song, anti-bullying and peace programs, and Dean’s Bio, as well as a sneak peek of the Dean & JoJo digital world and characters submitted to date atwww.DeanAndJoJoStory.com.
The Dean & JoJo story and brand embody good value propositions which appeal to kids, parents and grandparents alike. With Dean & JoJo’s origin in turquoise blue water, white powdered sugar beaches and popularity of the Caribbean Islands, Dean & JoJo’s digital characters will give manufacturers, retailers and consumers the digital WORLD of Dean & JoJo.
The Dean & JoJo Co.:
Founded by Dean Bernal, the company base is its international satellite office in Silicon Valley, CA. Current partner, Ojingo Labs which develops breakthrough, people-friendly solutions for mobile, social, web, and cloud platforms, is the studio preparing the Dean and JoJo illustration characters for digital applications to educational/environmental causes. Dean & JoJo potential licensing categories and matches also include: Fashion, Corporate Trademarks and Brands, Character Brands, Entertainment/Environment Icons, Sports, Art and Stationery, Music, Publishing, Non-Profits and Schools/Edutainment/Causes, Toys, Gaming, and Trans-Media Platforms and Digital Platforms. The most up to date information is available at www.DeanAndJoJoStory.com and to interact with the company, please see the company’s swimmingly popularFacebook Page presence.
