25./26. Juni 2025, Essen
Zeche Zollverein, Grand Hall
Wednesday: 9 am – 6 pm
Thursday: 9 am – 4 pm

What is BRANDmate?

The most unique meeting place for brands! BRANDmate brings together companies, brands and the people behind licence projects. New partnerships and extraordinary projects – the so-called ‘BRANDbabies’ – are created in a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere. It is the perfect place to make exciting contacts, exchange ideas and develop innovative co-operations together. Business meets creativity, networking meets knowledge – and all with an extra pinch of fun.

BRANDmate is a place where opportunities arise.

Toan Nguyen, Jung von Matt NERD
 

BRANDmate is the ideal place for brands looking for co-operation partners in industry or retail. In this ambience, every sales talk becomes a friend request 😉.

Peter Bichler, CEO Lizenzwerft

BRANDmate means going there with ideas and coming back with ideas. It was a cool event that once again took us a step forward. Especially with the support of the networking software, it’s easy to make new connections…Keep it up!

Dr. Marc Mikulcik, EMPEAK Holding GmbH

All inclusive:

Showrooms, speaker stages, lounges, networking, workshops, catering AND party!

BRANDbabys: Find the right partner for your brand.

Stage your brand(s) in the extraordinary surroundings of one of Germany’s most exciting venues, the UNESCO World Heritage Site Zeche Zollverein.

Experience licensing experts and thought leaders in brand management on our stage.

Interested in a deep dive? Workshops with small groups deepen your expertise.

Connect with top decision-makers – before, during and after BRANDmate. Thanks to our matchmaking function.

All inclusive: Don’t worry about food and drinks. Like a cruise, only much cooler!

Continue the networking or have a relaxed finale? The party with drinks, catering and DJ will frame your evening.