The Influentials 2024

The Influentials 2024 highlights the leaders reshaping the brand licensing industry, paying tribute to those who challenge norms, drive growth and lead with purpose. This year’s shortlisted individuals are recognized across categories that reflect their unique contributions to the field—from the visionaries and disruptors to the brand builders and changemakers redefining what’s possible.

To identify the most deserving nominees, License Global reached out to its global network with an open survey, inviting insights from across the brand licensing community. The response was extraordinary, with over 470 votes cast for a diverse group of trailblazers and game-changers—the highest engagement we’ve ever seen. From there, a board of editors and Global Licensing Group leaders carefully reviewed each nomination, considering not only popular votes but also the individual merits of each candidate. This selection process also included reviewing notable industry figures the survey might not have reached. In the end, a few standout stories emerged from the final shortlist: a visionary who brought a ground-breaking animated property to shelves and stage; an individual driving new ways of merging digital platforms and retail; a finance professional building community change; a creative force placing music back on the global brand collaboration radar; a behind-the-scenes leader shaping APAC’s largest licensed events; and an industry veteran bringing gaming to the market in style.

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We would also like to note that, this year, Informa Markets’ own Global Licensing Group – owners of Brand Licensing Europe, Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, License Global and more – were the focus of some heartfelt nominations. While we would, in the past, shortlist deserving individuals, we believe that quick mention is more than enough so we can give space to the rising, established and ground-breaking names on our final shortlists. So, a huge congratulations to Amanda Cioletti (vice president, content and strategy), Christie Ramsey (account director) and Justin Giuffrida (sales manager) for their well-deserved recognitions. Among those names, most notably, was Anna Knight (senior vice president, licensing, Informa Markets) who, with her team, has led the Global Licensing Group through unforeseen global and local challenges to deliver consistent value for attendees at both Brand Licensing Europe and Licensing Expo in Las Vegas.

Each of the 52 shortlisted nominees for 2024 represents the dedication, forward-thinking and collaborative spirit that defines the future of licensing. While this year’s winners are more than deserving of their accolades, the combined hard work and innovation of each winner and shortlisted executive embodies the industry’s strength, resilience and limitless potential.

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Inside the License Global Influentials 2024 Report, you will find:

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This story was taken from the December 2024 issue of License Global. Read the full issue here …