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Licensing Expo 2023

Licensing Expo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

By Gary Symons and Allison Watkinson The Licensing Expo is the world's largest trade show and conference for the licensing industry, so it comes with a wide selection of great opportunities and equally great challenges. On the bright side, new ideas, deals and educational opportunities for this complex and fascinating industry. On the more challenging side, aching … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The rapper, singer and businessman Ja Rule has been booked to headline the 2023 Licensing Expo's Opening Night Party. Ja Rule, aka Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr., released his first solo album, Venni Vetti Vecci, in 1999. Since his initial solo debut, Ja Rule has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. "Ja Rule has a distinctive style … [Read more...] about Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party

Fashion: Cronus Global Says ‘I Do’ to Representing Justina McCaffrey

By Allison Watkinson  TLL Reporter The Cronus Global licensing agency has been appointed to represent the Justina McCaffrey Lifestyle brand across all product categories. Justina McCaffrey is a Canadian fashion designer who specializes in high-quality, couture wedding dresses. Over the last three decades, the Justina McCaffrey bridalwear brand has gained attention … [Read more...] about Fashion: Cronus Global Says ‘I Do’ to Representing Justina McCaffrey

Expo: Bandai Namco Seeking Partners for Virtual Pet Brand Tamagotchi

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bandai Namco is bringing the Tamagotchi brand to the 2023 Licensing Expo to expand its consumer products licensing program. Tamagotchi is a virtual-reality pet brand that was originally released as a handheld video game in Japan in 1996 and in the U.S. the following year. Since its initial launch, Bandai Namco has extended the Tamagotchi … [Read more...] about Expo: Bandai Namco Seeking Partners for Virtual Pet Brand Tamagotchi

Licensing Expo Offers Expert Advice Through Round Table Sessions

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has announced that the 2023 Licensing Expo will offer premium Round Table talks, led by experts in the industry. The lineup includes two days of expert-led Round Table discussions with executives from prominent industry associations and businesses. During the sessions, participants can seek guidance, insights … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Offers Expert Advice Through Round Table Sessions

Trade Shows: Time to Sign Up For This Year’s Licensing Expo

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Registration for the annual Licensing Expo trade show in June is now open on the event's official website. Organized by Informa Markets and sponsored by Licensing International, Licensing Expo is the world's largest tradeshow dedicated to licensing and brand extension. The event brings more than 5,000 brands and 16,000 retailers, … [Read more...] about Trade Shows: Time to Sign Up For This Year’s Licensing Expo

Licensing Expo Pushes Back Date for 2023 Tradeshow

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The upcoming fashion-themed Licensing Expo has been set for June 13 to 15, 2023, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The event was originally due to take place on May 23 to 25, 2023, but has been rescheduled to accommodate event venue renovations. “We have been closely following the construction dateline at Mandalay Bay. With … [Read more...] about Licensing Expo Pushes Back Date for 2023 Tradeshow