People of Play Global Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference 2026
About People of Play Global Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference
An event for toy inventors and designers, offering pitch opportunities, networking, and educational sessions for innovation in the toy industry.
POP Global Inventor Pitch Conference 2026
POP Global Inventor Pitch Conference 2026 runs 5–7 November 2026 at Embassy Suites Rosemont in Rosemont, Illinois.
The Global Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference, organized by People of Play as part of POP Week, brings toy and game inventors, designers and industry executives together for pitch opportunities, mentorship and networking alongside the Chicago Toy & Game Fair.
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Key Topics
- Toy and game invention
- Pitch competitions
- Licensing
- Product design
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