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 Shows
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
Expo Roundup: Deals and Events From the 2025 Licensing Expo
Compiled by TLL Staff Tariff Turbulence and Retail Trends Headline Licensing Expo The first two days of Licensing Expo 2025 in Las Vegas spotlighted the continued uncertainty surrounding global tariffs and their impact on the consumer products industry. While some recent tariff news suggests easing may be on the horizon, concerns remain high among brand owners, … [Read more...] about Expo Roundup: Deals and Events From the 2025 Licensing Expo
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
Winners of 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards Revealed
Related News: Licensing International Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees TLL Staff The global brand licensing industry gathered in Las Vegas to celebrate the winners of the 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards. The award winners were revealed during a ceremony preceding this year’s Licensing Expo, which runs May 20–22 in Las Vegas. Recognizing innovation … [Read more...] about Winners of 2025 Licensing International Excellence Awards Revealed
‘One Piece’ Returns to Light Up Las Vegas During Licensing Expo 2025
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The popular anime franchise One Piece will once again illuminate the Las Vegas skyline this month as part of a special activation timed with Licensing Expo 2025. Toei Animation just announced that a custom animation celebrating One Piece will be displayed on the Exosphere—the massive LED-covered exterior of the Sphere in Las Vegas—from May … [Read more...] about ‘One Piece’ Returns to Light Up Las Vegas During Licensing Expo 2025
San Diego Comic-Con Expands to Europe With Event in Málaga, Spain
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The hugely popular pop culture convention, San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), is set to make its European debut in Málaga, Spain. This historic expansion marks the first time in over 50 years that the convention will be held outside the United States. The announcement was made on March 10, 2025, during a launch event at the Gran Hotel Miramar in … [Read more...] about San Diego Comic-Con Expands to Europe With Event in Málaga, Spain