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Something Inked

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The live event space – specifically stadium-sized concerts and sports events, typically Something Inked’s bread and butter – wasn’t quite as robust in 2025 as the previous year. But the Nashville-based company strategically leaned into the licensing space, according to Bill Feldberg, executive vice president of marketing and business development. Of significant import, he points out, was the launch of its ESPN College GameDay live merchandising program.

21%
Growth since 2023

To continue that forward momentum, Something Inked is looking to expand its licensed offerings in 2026, while still growing its traditional client base of live entertainment and corporate markets, as well as robust markets adjacent to promo, such as souvenirs. And with a slate of massive concerts and sporting events scheduled for the second half of 2026 and into 2027, Something Inked projects notable sales growth in the next 6-12 months.