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Licensing Unlocked is the essential on-demand learning tool for professionals interested in joining the brand licensing industry but don’t know where to start, or new joiners hoping to get ahead in their careers.

It's simple, actionable training delivered by some of the brightest minds in the brand licensing industry.​

YOUR HANDBOOK TO THE LICENSING INDUSTRY

This guide contains everything you need to know to get started in the licensing industry, including:

  • Insight into the business of licensing and the different categories
  • Case studies and style guides from leading brands, including Perry Ellis, V&A, Funko, Ford, Peter Rabbit and more
  • A breakdown of the licensing contract, key terminology, style guides and more

Analysis of top trends and a breakdown of the overall market

For 25 years, License Global has been an indispensable daily touchpoint for the global licensing industry’s top executives and key decision-makers to stay informed and keep one step ahead  – publishing in-depth news, analysis, market trends, daily briefings, and live trade show coverage all year round.​

VISIT ONE OF OUR MARKET-LEADING TRADESHOWS

Licensing Expo is the flagship event of the Global Licensing Group and brings together thousands of decision makers from all five continents. ​

It's the largest global showcase of brands & IPs available to license and the launchpad for new content, new IPs and key industry announcements.   

Future Dates:

May 20-22, 2025

Brand Licensing Europe is the only pan-European event dedicated to the business of brand licensing in Europe and the Middle East. It showcases the best of European licensing and features global, regional and domestic brands from every European country. ​

 

Future dates:

October 7-9, 2025

 Co-located with China Baby & Maternity Expo, Licensing Expo Shanghai is the perfect platform to secure deals and connections with key decision-makers in China and Southern Asia. It’s also a must attend event for those looking to spot emerging trends in the Asia market and discover brands & IPs not showcased at any of our other events. ​

 

Future dates:

July 16-18, 2025