Brand Licensing Europe

In the run up to BLE, we’re asking regular attendees and exhibitors about creative brand extensions – and how they have ideas… Up next is Ian Downes, Director at Start Licensing.

In the run up to BLE, we’re asking regular attendees and exhibitors about creative brand extensions – and how they have ideas… Up next is Adam Bass, Director at Golden Goose.

In the run up to BLE, we’re asking regular attendees and exhibitors about creative brand extensions – and how they have ideas… Up next is Corinne Duckworth, Commercial Executive at Dreamtex.

“Discovery & Design is a springboard for small businesses with emerging brands eager to explore the world of brand licensing,” said BLE event director Ella Haynes.

“Our goal has always been to fuel our community’s fans and fandom with best-in-class products at a global scale,” said Friend.

Sara will delve into the transformative power of brand licensing as her company – Crafter’s Companion – expands in a rapidly changing market.

“We are celebrating our 25th birthday and have got lots of exciting plans in the pipeline to thank everyone who has supported the show over the last quarter century,” said BLE event director Ella Haynes.

BLE 2023 welcomed record numbers of retailers – and enjoyed a healthy jump in total visitors on 2022’s show. Claire Potter, Ian Downes, Richard Pink and Clare Piggott discuss what this means for their businesses – and where future growth lies…

“We are dedicating 2024 to Brands in Play, a theme that will run as an undercurrent across BLE and Licensing Expo to spotlight the incredible innovations in play,” said Anna Clarke, SVP of Licensing at Informa Markets.

“This year’s retail presence has been incredible, with really strong attendance from fashion and toy retailers,” said Head of Retail, Laura Freedman-Dagg.