Licensing Expo's Event Planner Now Live

New AI-powered features help attendees maximize networking and business opportunities.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Informa Markets' Licensing Expo has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Event Planner platform, a key milestone ahead of Licensing Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. The platform includes personalized recommendations and new features to support further exploration for valuable connections at the world's most influential licensing event.

Why it matters

Licensing Expo is renowned for its meetings-driven format, with exhibitor schedules filling up weeks in advance. The Event Planner empowers attendees to start scheduling meetings with top brands and industry leaders before the event, ensuring they can secure the most valuable connections to achieve their business goals.

The details

The Event Planner now includes AI-powered matchmaking to help users discover the most relevant connections based on their specific objectives. New features like "Saved Search" and "Super Search" further streamline the planning process. Over 5,000 brands will be represented at Licensing Expo 2026, including major names from food, fashion, entertainment, and more.

  • Licensing Expo 2026 will take place on May 19-21 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
  • The Event Planner platform is now live and available for attendees to start planning their schedules.

The players

Licensing Expo

The world's most influential event for licensing, IP extension and brand collaborations, organized by Informa Markets.

Anna Clarke

Senior Vice President, Global Licensing Group at Informa Markets.

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What they’re saying

“Planning your meetings ahead is absolutely essential to making the most of your Licensing Expo experience.”

— Anna Clarke, Senior Vice President, Global Licensing Group (Licensing Expo)

What’s next

Attendees are encouraged to register early for Licensing Expo 2026 to gain access to the Event Planner and start building their schedules.

The takeaway

The upgraded Event Planner platform, with new AI-powered features, will help Licensing Expo attendees maximize their networking and business opportunities by facilitating valuable connections ahead of the event.