London: On 11 November, the Products of Change (POC) Conference 2026 returns to the Royal Geographical Society, London. This year, we are seeing an evolution in the conversation, with businesses fundamentally changing the way they operate as sustainability becomes integrated into how successful companies’ everyday processes.

The agenda of speakers has begun to be announced, including the likes of Decathlon, Tottenham Hotspur, Girlguiding, The Works, BBC Studios, Moose Toys, UK Greetings and more, with this year also seeing the addition of dedicated networking sessions and an innovation spotlight.

The event is made possible by leaders in the brand and licensing industry that pledge their support for this invaluable event and the role it serves in collaborative and tangible sustainable advancement.

This year’s supporters already include: Dreamtex, Character World, Warner Bros. Discovery, BBC Studios, Natural History Museum, TDP Textiles, Mattel, Fabacus, Brand Licensing Europe, The Wombles, Bravado, RDP Creative, ESCP, Disney Consumer Products, Worldly, Poetic Brands, Hasbro, Rights & Brands, Teemill, Sharp End (io.tt), Sun City, and UK Greetings.

Supporting the Conference affords companies excellent visibility across POC’s extensive and active network as well as the opportunity to enable an event which brings together voices and stakeholders from its breadth and depths to work together on the singular, but undoubtedly complex, issue of sustainability, for the betterment of all.

Don’t take our word for it, hear from some of our supporters so far as to why it is important for them to be involved:

Thomas Saurén, sustainability and content director, Rights & Brands:

“At Rights & Brands, our mission is to promote art, literature, and design brands that inspire a global audience with stories and a vision for a better world. But inspiration without action is incomplete. A better world requires responsible stewardship, and as an agency, we see it as our responsibility to pioneer sustainability in licensing. Supporting the POC Conference reflects our commitment to turning that vision into real-world action.”

Jonathan Baker, CCO, Fabacus:

“We’ve been supporting the POC conference for the past 3 years and will for many more years to come!  Our work in both licensing and with Digital Product Passports, makes the POC conference a natural event and forum for us to attend.”

Louisa Skevington, licensing manager, Natural History Museum:

“We are delighted to be supporting the POC Conference again this year, reflecting the Natural History Museum’s mission to create advocates for the planet. The Conference is always a fantastic way to connect with the industry, share ideas and hear from a broad range of speakers from different brands, retailers and environmental organisations. We always come away inspired and full of new knowledge!

“Since the last conference, we have continued to tell positive sustainability stories through our licensing programme, signing with B Corps such a Gibsons Games and launching conscious apparel collections with the likes of Lucy & Yak and Little Green Radicals. It’s great to see so many of our licensees being considerate in the materials, packaging and processes that they use, and Products of Change is a great resource for this ongoing journey.”

Wendy Mather, CEO, RDP Creative:

“RDP is supporting the POC Conference because it brings together the people who can turn sustainability from a promise into practical change. At RDP, sustainability is built into how we design, source, and deliver, from responsible materials and vetted factories through to clearer compliance and supply-chain decisions. Supporting the Conference is a chance to contribute to a more ambitious, more accountable industry and to learn alongside the brands and partners helping move it forward.

“The best progress happens when brands, suppliers and creative partners are willing to share what is working, what is difficult and where the gaps still are. I am looking forward to meeting people who are serious about raising the bar, discovering practical ideas we can put into action, and building relationships with likeminded business leaders. It such a great place to gain insights into the future of sustainability.”

Chris Shaw, head of safety and sustainability, UK Greetings:

“At UK Greetings, creativity, care and connection sit at the heart of what we do. Our products help people celebrate relationships, share important moments and show that they are thinking of one another.

“We believe the same spirit of connection is essential to creating a more sustainable future.  That is why we are proud to support the Products of Change Conference this year. POC brings together people from across the consumer products, retail and licensing communities around a shared ambition: to make meaningful change through openness, learning and collaboration. Sustainability is a journey none of us can complete alone, and the Conference gives businesses an important opportunity to share ideas, celebrate progress and talk honestly about the challenges that still need to be solved.”

Drew Hillman, senior manager of partnerships, Worldly:

“Products of Change’s Conference uniquely brings together brands, licensors, licensees, vendors and manufacturers, which is the best way to solve challenges that span a whole value chain. Licensing supply chains are complicated, and Worldly and POC are working to introduce a standardised framework to report on supply chain impacts like carbon emissions, stay compliant, and improve performance. We look forward to discussing real, practical solutions together.”

Whether you’re a retailer, brand owner, manufacturer, supplier, designer or innovator, the Products of Change Conference 2026 is where the industry’s biggest challenges become practical solutions – and where the partnerships shaping the future begin.

To book your place or find out more, visit: www.productsofchange.com/poc-sustainability-conference.

For more information about supporting the Products of Change Conference 2026, contact [email protected].

About Products of Change

Products of Change is a purpose-driven organisation, structured around its not-for-profit membership, its educational resources and media arm, as well as its advisory team to support its members and the brand licensing industry on its sustainability journey. To find out more about becoming a member, visit: productsofchange.com/membership.