Professional and B2B Programming
Location: South Building, Level 4 Panel Rooms
C2E2 Professional Programming is the premier destination for industry leaders, creators, and decision-makers working across comics, publishing, gaming, film/TV, collectibles, and pop culture–driven brands. Designed exclusively for professionals, this curated program delivers high-impact networking, actionable insights, and meaningful business connections - all within the energy and scale of C2E2!
C2E2 welcomes professionals across the full spectrum of pop culture industries and is happy to provide a professional ticket to approved artists, buyers, creators, editors, educators, librarians, licensors, producers, publishers, retailers, and writers currently working.
American Library Association Professional Programming
On Friday, March 27, industry professionals will be able to participate in panels, interactive programming, free swag, and more. Below is a look at this year’s offerings for librarians and educators. RAILS will offer continuing education credits for each session. Follow #CTLE in the schedule for panels.
We Create x ReedPop Mentorship Program
ReedPop and We Create are working together to help mentor new artists in the Artist Alley space!
C2E2 is a hub for artists and writers of all types with varying levels of expertise. C2E2 has worked with We Create – Mentorship. Partnership. Community. professionals in the industry to build a weekend track of Programming specifically created for newer artists and writers in their careers. These panels, workshops, and sessions will help launch careers and aid creators in navigating the world of pop culture conventions such as exhibiting in Artist Alleys. This track of programming will help creators with their portfolios, writing for prose and comics, and feature industry insider tips, and more.
Unlock your potential and elevate your career – sign up for hands on mentorship programs below!
Looking for advice?
Book a consultation at your Artist Alley table!
Need help figuring out the best way to display your work and what will catch the attention of fans the most? Interested in critique on your artwork and/or products? Book your FREE 25 min consultation now. The We Create Artist Alley Mentors will come by your artist table to offer constructive criticism and critique! Space is extremely limited!
New Creator Breakfast
Robert Wilson IV and ReedPop are hosting a small breakfast for up-and-coming aspiring creators at C2E2. The breakfast will be invite only to facilitate the most in-depth conversation and Q&A. If there are more applicants than available spots, creators will be selected at random. The breakfast will take place at 8:00 AM, on Saturday, March 28 at McCormick Place. Reach out to Robert Wilson [email protected], for an application to be considered.
Educator’s Day on Friday March 27, 2026
Lit-X and C2E2!
Lit-X, the transformational national group of comics educators, are proud to be working with C2E2 to deliver an exciting slate of comics and pop culture education panels for 2026. These panels will include presentations on teaching with comics, guidance on title selection, workshops on film analysis in the classroom, brainstorming activities for writers and cutting-edge research-based comics education strategies, as well as, a fun Anime and Sci-Fi trivia session presented by students!
Comics & Hobby Shop Programing at C2E2
C2E2 is teaming up with Prana direct market solutions and ComicsPro to bring you panels all day on Friday of C2E2! Check the panel listing for Professional Programming to see the offerings.
Portfolio Reviews
Whether you’re an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, these reviews can help refine your vision, build confidence, and advance your career.