Program 2026

Two days packed with brands, trends, inspiration and plenty of entertainment. At “The Stage”, powered by Licensing International Germany, the industry’s most exciting minds come together to discuss the issues that really matter to brands today.

The focus is on three major themes:
Brands, Fans & Audiences | Licensing & Collabs | Brands @ Retail

But BRANDmania is more than just a stage and business.

Look forward to the grand mascot parade and, of course, the legendary evening party, where the industry comes together to celebrate, dance and forge the best connections.

24. júniusDeep Dive Lounge by Collab CultureWednesday Detlef Arnold

Nostalgia as an economic force: fans and the over-50s

Exciting insights from the “G50personas” study.
12:00 - 12:30
Deep Dive Lounge by Collab Culture 
24. júniusDeep Dive Lounge by Collab CultureWednesday Eva Stemmer & Jörg Meister (Collab Culture)

Rethinking target groups – from demographics to value cultures

Cultural codes, subcultures and community as a new market definition.
13:00 - 13:30
Deep Dive Lounge by Collab Culture 
24. júniusDeep Dive Lounge by Collab CultureWednesday John Lam (author)

The Authenticity Formula

Less buzzwords, more depth: Why brands can seem insincere despite having clear values, and how authenticity stems from culture, trust, involvement and integrity.
16:00 - 16:30
Deep Dive Lounge by Collab Culture 
24. júniusDeep Dive Lounge by Collab CultureWednesday

Metal Business Club

The community event for all metal fans in the licensing industry.
16:30 - 17:00
Deep Dive Lounge by Collab Culture 
25. júniusDeep Dive Lounge by Collab CultureThursday

Rethinking target groups – from demographics to value cultures

Cultural codes, subcultures and community as a new market definition.
12:00 - 12:30
Deep Dive Lounge by Collab Culture