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From Fandom to Commerce: The business of Anime, Manga, Webtoons, Gaming & K-Pop
- The Anime NYC & XTracks Licensing Summit presented by Octane5 is the first executive forum dedicated to the business of anime, manga, gaming, and Asian pop culture licensing.
- Attendees will gain access to industry-leading educational content, strategic networking, and curated matchmaking designed to create meaningful business opportunities and connections beyond their existing networks.
- This is an exclusive event for trade professionals. If you’d like to apply to attend, you will fill out a simple application and be notified if you are approved within the timeframe listed on the application.
Sponsors
Meet our Speakers
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Explore the Full Agenda
Explore a full day of expert-led presentations, executive panel discussions, curated networking opportunities, and matchmaking sessions designed to connect the leaders shaping the future of anime, manga, gaming, and Asian pop culture licensing. Start planning your day and discover the conversations, companies, and connections that will define this year’s summit.
Hear from these Industry Leaders
More to be announced soon!
Why this Summit Matters
Anime is now one of the fastest-growing sectors in global licensing. The explosion of streaming platforms, gaming ecosystems, and fan communities has created unprecedented opportunities for consumer products, retail programs, and global brand collaborations. The Anime NYC & XTracks Licensing Summit presented by Octane5 provides a focused business environment where the companies shaping this market come together to share insight, strategy, and partnerships. The Agenda is evolving, so check back regularly to see any changes!
Expand your Network with Matchmaking
Expand your network beyond the people you already know. Licensing Summit attendees will receive access to our exclusive matchmaking platform to discover new partners and schedule one-on-one meetings throughout Anime NYC weekend.
Access to Matchmaking will launch mid-July.
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Be a Part of it
Speaking opportunities, sponsorships, and participation inquiries:
Steven Ekstract
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Leslie Hunsinger
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