30 Global Toy Associations Come Together at Annual ICTI Meeting to Align & Drive Industry Growth

June 19, 2025 | The Toy Association’s President & CEO Greg Ahearn joined more than 30 representatives of national toy trade associations from around the world for the International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI) Annual General Meeting, held June 16 to 19.

Over the course of the three-day summit, attendees worked collaboratively to strengthen international alliances and elevate the collective voice of the global toy industry. The meeting focused on identifying shared challenges and opportunities across markets, establishing new priorities for the year ahead, and reinforcing ICTI’s mission to support the health and growth of its member associations.

Discussions included pressing issues currently impacting the toy industry across international markets, including tariffs, shifting regulatory and safety standards, and evolving sales trends. Each country shared updates on local industry developments and identified ways to work together through ICTI to address common concerns.

“Our engagement at ICTI’s annual meeting reinforces the importance of global collaboration to advance shared industry goals,” Ahearn said. “These gatherings not only ensure our members’ voices are heard on the international stage, but they also provide a forum to exchange insights, advocate for aligned international standards, and work collectively on solutions that are essential to building a stronger, more unified global toy community.”

The Toy Association™ is the secretariat for ICTI. Members may reach out to The Toy Association’s Greg Ahearn with any questions.