Advanstar, one of the world’s largest producers of trade shows and events and the parent company of Licensing Expo, is teaming with Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo, presented by POW! Entertainment, for a strategic and operating partnership intended to expand the Comikaze show and brand around the world.

The announcement was made by Chris DeMoulin, executive vice president of customer development and president of licensing, Advanstar; Regina Carpinelli, founder and chief executive officer, Comikaze Expo; Stan Lee; and with a special appearance by Elvira Mistress of the Dark (Cassandra Peterson).

The second annual Comikaze Expo will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center Sept. 15-16.