Who We Are
Desert Cactus is a Rolling Meadows, Illinois-based licensing company that designs and distributes officially licensed merchandise for 650+ colleges and universities, professional sports leagues, and pop culture brands. Since 2012, we’ve built long-term partnerships with consumers and organizations that trust us to create high-quality, on-brand products at scale.
Shop Officially Licensed Merchandise by Brand
Browse our full lineup of licensed brands spanning college athletics, professional sports, and entertainment partners, or explore our wholesale program if you’re a retailer looking to stock officially licensed products. Have a specific project in mind? Contact our team to get started.
What We Offer
From flags and headwear to stickers, keychains, and party supplies, Desert Cactus produces a wide range of custom, on-brand products for the organizations we partner with. Every item starts with an official license, giving retailers and fans confidence that what they’re buying is authentic. We also work directly with teams, schools, and brands on custom designs, low minimum order quantities, and quick turnaround times which is outlined in more detail on our wholesale page. It’s part of how we keep every order, big or small, moving quickly without sacrificing quality.
Why Organizations Partner With Us
Desert Cactus has grown from a small operation into a licensing partner recognized across the industry. In 2024 and 2026, the Collegiate Licensing Company named Desert Cactus one of the top 10 non-apparel licensees nationwide, a reflection of the trust we’ve built with 650+ colleges and universities, professional sports leagues, and entertainment brands. Whether you’re a fan looking for gear or a retailer building out a product line, our team is ready to help. Learn more about our story on our about us page, or contact us to start a conversation
