TLL Staff It's never too early to get ready for Licensing Expo, and registration has now opened for the most important show in the global licensing industry. Organizers announced they have opened registration for the 2026 Licensing Expo, which will be held May 19 to 21 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The annual trade show, produced by Informa’s Global … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open For Licensing Expo 2026
Trade Shows
People of Play Names Speakers for Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference
TLL Staff People of Play has unveiled the full speaker lineup and agenda for its 2025 Global Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference. The annual event is one of the most important for People of Play, which is a division of The Toy Association. It brings together professional and aspiring toy inventors, designers, students, and industry leaders for four days of educational … [Read more...] about People of Play Names Speakers for Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference
Spielwarenmesse Invites the World to Come Play in Nuremberg
Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Spielwarenmesse is expecting another big year at the world’s largest annual toy fair as it marks its 75th year of operations. "Feedback from the industry has been extremely positive,” said spokesperson and executive board member Christian Ulrich. “We are seeing enormous interest from exhibitors; the exhibition space is almost fully … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Invites the World to Come Play in Nuremberg
Products of Change Putting Sustainability in the Spotlight at BLE
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Products of Change (POC) is set to take center stage at Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) this October, spotlighting sustainability and innovation in the licensing industry through a series of talks, showcases and collaborations. The organization will host its “POC Power Hour” in the Networking Hub on Tuesday, October 7, bringing together … [Read more...] about Products of Change Putting Sustainability in the Spotlight at BLE
What Are You Unveiling at BLE 2025?
TLL Staff The Brand Licensing Europe tradeshow is coming up fast, and TLL wants to lend your marketing department a helping hand! We're interested to see what types of new products, intellectual property and programs our readers and partners are going to be presenting at BLE this year, and we're sure everyone else is too. So, if you'd like to send us a short, roughly … [Read more...] about What Are You Unveiling at BLE 2025?
Trade Show Agenda Released for Brand Licensing Europe 2025
TLL Staff Image credit: Licensing International Attendees can now get their first look at the agenda for this year's Brand Licensing Europe event. BLE is Europe’s leading event for the brand licensing industry, and takes place from October 7–9 at the Excel halls in London. It’s free to visit Brand Licensing Europe. You can simply register on the website and get access … [Read more...] about Trade Show Agenda Released for Brand Licensing Europe 2025
Products of Change Highlighted Sustainability at Licensing Expo
By Kathryn Brand Editor, Products of Change The Products of Change team was out in full force at Expo, between holding the fort at our booth showcasing the UN’s 17 SDGs and how are members are activating them, to walking the show floor, attending meetings, and hosting panel sessions on the main stage and Networking Hub. With so many engaged attendees coming by the stand to … [Read more...] about Products of Change Highlighted Sustainability at Licensing Expo
Expo Wrap-up: Licensing Industry Unites After a Solid Year of Growth
Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensing Expo 2025 concluded this week in Las Vegas, drawing more than 12,000 industry professionals from around the world. This year's Expo highlighted the continued momentum of the global licensing industry, which grew by $13 billion in the past year. Organized by Informa Markets' Global Licensing Group and sponsored by Licensing … [Read more...] about Expo Wrap-up: Licensing Industry Unites After a Solid Year of Growth
Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
TLL Staff Licensing International today announced its 2025 Hall of Fame inductees, recognizing a distinguished group of executives and creators for their contributions to the global brand licensing industry. This year’s honorees include corporate leaders, cultural icons, and creative pioneers whose work has helped shape and grow the $369 billion global licensing market. The … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
Expo News: Global Brand Licensing Sales Reach $369.6 Billion in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief (Photo credit: Licensing International) Global sales of licensed products and services grew by 3.7% to $369.6 billion in 2024, according to a summary of Licensing International’s 2025 Global Licensing Industry Study. The findings were announced this week ahead of the Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, with Licensing International President Maura … [Read more...] about Expo News: Global Brand Licensing Sales Reach $369.6 Billion in 2024