Licensing International and Octane Name Participants in Mentoring Program

Participants in this year’s program come from companies spanning multiple categories and territories, including Acamar, Beanstalk Licensing, Bulldog Licensing, Discovery, Holy Joe, Jazwares, NASCAR, Paramount, Penguin Random House, Redbubble, Rocket Licensing and SEGA. The Licensing International Mentoring Program will initially focus on regions including the U.S., U.K., France, Germany and Japan. 

In addition to sponsoring the mentoring program, Octane5 is expanding its partnership with Licensing International to sponsor the Licensing International Young Professionals Network (YPN). YPN is designed to help brand licensing professionals under the age

“We are so excited to partner with Octane5 and appreciate their support of both the Mentoring and YPN programs,” says Maura Regan, president, Licensing International. “Mentoring is a powerful tool that has the potential to transform the licensing industry, and both of these programs provide opportunities for growth, development and the building of meaningful connections.” 

“Over 20 years ago, my brother Matt and I learned about licensing the way so many others do, by working and depending on industry veterans for advice,” says Mike Dunn, co-founder and co-president, Octane5.  “We love licensing – it’s an energetic, dynamic industry with so many great people who are willing to help the next generation. We are especially proud to play a part in helping others learn and grow.”