Henson Independent Properties is a third party licensing banner operating under The Jim Henson Company established to acquire and service global consumer products programs for external brands and entertainment properties. Melissa Segal, Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Products overseeing this initiative, is the former owner of licensing firm, Brandolution, which established itself early on as a formidable and innovative marketing and consumer products agency. Formed by The Jim Henson Company in 2009, Henson Independent Properties is actively pursuing additional opportunities to grow its portfolio of brands which currently includes Grillmaster, Skatelab, and The String Doll Gang.