The Topps Conference is a private, invitation-only event hosted by Topps, a major trading card and collectibles company. It is typically attended by:

  • Topps employees

  • Distributors and hobby shop owners

  • Influencers and breakers in the card community

  • Industry partners

Purpose of the Topps Conference:

  • Product Previews: Attendees often get an early look at upcoming Topps products.

  • Announcements: Major product or business announcements (e.g., licensing updates, fan experiences).

  • Networking: It’s a place for business networking within the sports card and collectibles industry.

  • Panels and Q&As: Topps staff, athletes, and other insiders may participate in discussions or presentations.

Recent Developments:

With Fanatics acquiring Topps, the conference has also become a platform for Fanatics to share its vision for the future of the trading card industry, including innovations in product releases, marketing, and digital experiences.

Would you like info on highlights from the most recent Topps Conference?

The 2025 Topps Industry Conference, held recently in Atlanta, unveiled several exciting developments for collectors across various sports and entertainment categories. Here are some of the key highlights:otia.com+2Yahoo Sports+2YouTube+2

🏀 Basketball

  • Topps Chrome Basketball: Topps announced the upcoming release of 2023 Topps Chrome Basketball. While full NBA licensing begins in 2026, this set will feature autographs from stars like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama. LUDEX+1Topps Ripped+1

⚾ Baseball

  • Bat Knob Relic Cards: Topps is introducing unique 1-of-1 autograph cards featuring bat knobs from MLB players' game-used bats that display images of their Topps flagship cards. DA Card World

  • Topps Tidal: A new product line focusing on inserts and short prints, utilizing innovative printing technology set to debut in late 2024. LUDEX

🏈 Football

  • Topps Composite Football: An upcoming unlicensed product combining elements from Topps Chrome, Paper, Cosmic, and Finest, featuring autographs from players like C.J. Stroud, Tom Brady, and Emmitt Smith.LUDEX+1Topps Ripped+1

  • Topps Motif Football: A high-end release offering six autographs per box and low-numbered parallels.LUDEX

  • Topps Collegiate Chrome Football: This set will highlight 2024 draft prospects such as Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, along with retired players in their college uniforms. YouTube+5LUDEX+5Topps Ripped+5

⚽ Soccer

  • Topps Dynasty Soccer: A premium product featuring on-card autographs and match-worn patches from top-tier players.LUDEX

  • Stadium Club and Women's Champions League Chrome: Both sets are returning, with the latter including a sapphire edition.LUDEX

  • Midnight Bundesliga: A new addition to Topps' soccer lineup. LUDEX

🎬 Non-Sports & Pop Culture

  • Garbage Pail Kids x Green Day: A collaborative set featuring autographs and relics from the iconic band. DA Card World

🔄 Redemption Program

  • Topps Exchange Program: Collectors can now exchange old, unfulfilled redemptions for new products, with the program debuting at the 2024 National Sports Collectors Convention.

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