2024 Hall of Fame Inductee

STU SELTZER, President, The Seltzer Licensing Group

Stu Seltzer is the president of Seltzer Licensing Group, a global agency he has guided for over 25 years that is renowned for its comprehensive expertise in brand licensing, partnership marketing, and strategic alliances. His understanding of the licensing field and adept negotiation skills were honed through pivotal roles at organizations such as Yves Saint Laurent and the DC Comics division at Warner Bros. His strategic insights have driven substantial returns on marketing investments for clients such as Unilever, Scotts Miracle-Gro, and the American Red Cross.

In academia, Stu has contributed significantly as an award-winning professor at New York University, where he has taught a pioneering course on brand licensing to undergraduates for over 20 years. He is also a sought-after speaker who has delivered compelling seminars at various global conferences for decades. Stu Seltzer’s boundless enthusiasm is evident in his presence at industry trade shows, where he is known for his tireless energy and his company’s entertaining video recaps. Stu’s passion for life and community involvement shines through in everything he does. This spirited approach inspires those around him, contributing further to his respected status in the industry.