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Toy Association’s Kimberly Carcone Promoted to Executive VP, Global Market Events
June 30, 2022
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The Toy Association, the not-for-profit trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and delivering toys and youth entertainment products for kids of all ages, announced today that Kimberly Carcone has been promoted to executive vice president of global market events.
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Don’t Miss Out on Submitting Your TOTY Nominations
June 28, 2022
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Companies, inventors and other industry representatives that wish to nominate their product(s) have until Friday, July 8 to complete their submission.
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Op-ed from Anne Carrihill, TOTY Chair: Join us in Dallas!
June 28, 2022
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Anne Carrihill, Toy of the Year (TOTY) Committee chair and general manager & category leader for toys and games at Amazon, shares why the TOTYs on September 20th will be a can’t-miss event to support the industry and children in need everywhere.
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Put Your Brands Front & Center for Buyers & Media during the Preview & Holiday Market
June 28, 2022
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With registration now open to buyers and media for The Toy Association’s 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market, exhibitors are invited to take advantage of a variety of promotional opportunities to maximize their exposure leading up to and during the show.
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The Toy Foundation Partners with the Toy Insider for Sweet Suite Event
June 28, 2022
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The Toy Foundation (TTF) announced it will serve as the Official Nonprofit Partner of Sweet Suite, hosted by the Toy Insider, taking place on July 13 in New York City.
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New Parental Insights on Screen Time that May Impact Toy Trends this Holiday – NEW WEBINAR
June 27, 2022
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Registration has opened for a new Toy Association webinar that will provide toy professionals with key findings on screen time and parental perceptions of how their kids should be using their time and focusing their attention.
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Toy Association Member News from the Metaverse
June 24, 2022
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The Toy Association called out “The Great Play Escape” as a major trend for this year. Part of that trend speaks to how children and families are escaping into virtual worlds and how more toymakers are investing in the metaverse and bringing pieces of these digital spaces to life.
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Toy Association Trends Team Highlights Toys for Backyard Fun
June 23, 2022
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With school wrapping up around the country and summer officially underway, The Toy Association has been at work promoting its members’ outdoor playthings to national audiences.
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Toy Association Urges Congress to Include IP Safety Provisions in Final USICA-COMPETES Bill
June 22, 2022
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The Toy Association submitted a letter to congressional leaders on June 21 urging for the inclusion of critical provisions in their final China competitiveness legislative package that will fight the threat of counterfeit products.
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58 Percent of Parents Report Buying Toys for Themselves, Aligning with Toy Association Trend
June 21, 2022
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In the face of shipping disruptions and inflation troubles, catering to older consumers in the toy aisles has offered many manufacturers and retailers an unexpected bright spot and area of growth and opportunity.
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Hasbro, Jazwares, Paramount and Target to Headline The Toy Foundation’s DEI Program in Dallas
June 21, 2022
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The Toy Foundation (TTF) is delighted to announce Hasbro, Jazwares, Paramount, and Target will headline a brand new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program for students, young professionals and the toy industry on September 21 during The Toy Association’s 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market in Dallas.
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The Genius of Play’s Summer Giveaway to Feature 26 Member Companies
June 21, 2022
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With summer vacation just around the corner, The Genius of Play’s “The Great Play Escape” campaign will feature travel-ready and travel-themed toys across its Facebook and Instagram channels to inspire families to play, whether they are heading off on a trip or spending time at home.
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Shoppers Clicking Less and Returning to Bricks-and-Mortar
June 17, 2022
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Recent reports indicate in-person shopping is on the upswing after taking a serious backseat to e-commerce during two years of pandemic impacts.
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Toy Association’s Fall Marketplace to Welcome Global Audience
June 17, 2022
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Attendee registration for the 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market, taking place September 20 to 22 in Dallas, Texas, opened a little over two weeks ago, and retailers from around the world are already signing up to take advantage of the show.
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Latest Trend Hunter Report Explores Changing Landscape of Social & Online Influence
June 16, 2022
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TrendHunter.com’s latest free report for Toy Association members looks at ways brands are tapping into the power of social media, the changing face of influencers, and more.
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