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Amazon, Hasbro, Mattel, & More Announced as TOTY® Awards Sponsors
December 10, 2024
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As anticipation builds for the 25th Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards, The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is honored to announce that Amazon, Hasbro, and Mattel will serve as the evening’s Presenting Sponsors. This banner-level commitment showcases each company’s unwavering passion to unite the collective philanthropy of the toy industry to deliver the power of play to children in need.
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The Toy Association™ Becomes a United Nations Environment Programme-Accredited Organization
December 9, 2024
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The Toy Association™ has been granted accreditation as an observer to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and its governing bodies, including the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) and its subsidiaries.
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Thursday Webinar: Retail Trends & Q4 Update from Circana
December 9, 2024
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Toy industry professionals are reminded to sign up for “Trends in Retail and Holiday 2024 Update,” an upcoming Toy Association webinar taking place Thursday, December 12 at 10 a.m. (Eastern).
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The Toy Association Urges ILA & USMX to Return to Bargaining Table
December 6, 2024
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As East and Gulf Coast longshore labor negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) continue to stall over the issues of automation and technology, The Toy Association has joined more than 260 stakeholders urging both sides to return to negotiations before the current contract expires.
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Get Media-Ready for Toy Fair® 2025 at Dec. 12 ‘Exhibitor Academy’ Session
December 5, 2024
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Toy Fair® exhibitors are reminded to sign up for this week’s "Exhibitor Academy" webinar on December 12 at 2 p.m. (Eastern) that will help companies plan for the global media presence at the show, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City.
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Nominations Now Open for The Toy Association Board of Directors (2025-2027)
December 4, 2024
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Toy Association members are invited to submit candidates for March 2025-March 2027 seats on The Toy Association’s Board of Directors no later than Friday, January 10, 2025.
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CPSC eFiling Briefing to Take Place December 4
December 3, 2024
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The Toy Association is notifying members that the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced a public meeting that will be held Wednesday, December 4 at 10 a.m. (Eastern) to discuss a draft final rule on certification requirements for the upcoming eFiling framework for imported products.
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Support Children in Need with the Power of Play this Giving Tuesday
December 3, 2024
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This Giving Tuesday, the industry has an opportunity to take collective action to deliver the power of play to comfort children within their communities and during hospital stays when they need it most. The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) believes every child should have access to play and is the industry’s partner for the benefit of all children in need.
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How the Economy, Election, and Employment are Impacting Retail (December 12 Webinar)
December 2, 2024
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An upcoming Toy Association webinar will address global shipping challenges that are continuing to impact the toy industry.
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Reserve Your Spot for The Toy Foundation’s Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards
December 2, 2024
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Tickets are now on sale for The Toy Foundation’s 25th Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards ceremony, which will unveil the industry’s top toys, games, and properties, and honor the newest inductees into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame.
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Toy Fair® Checklist: Mark these Upcoming Deadlines
December 2, 2024
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Whether you’re an exhibitor or attendee, make sure to cross the following items off your Toy Fair checklist.
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Toy Association Members: Free Enrollment Now Open for Ethical Supply Chain Sourcing Pilot Program
December 1, 2024
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Enrollment is now open for Toy Association members to participate in a new Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) initiative designed to provide small and medium-sized toy companies with an efficient solution for their sourcing and social compliance needs — at no cost.
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The Toy Association™ Responds to Unsubstantiated Safety Claims in NGO Reports
November 26, 2024
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Last week, The Toy Association was on the frontlines responding to unsubstantiated claims made by NGO reports about the safety of toys. Responding publicly to misleading and unfounded narratives is part of The Toy Association’s efforts to protect responsible toymakers that comply with strict federal safety laws, share facts that families can trust about the safety of legitimate toys sold in this country, and offer simple safety guidance consumers can follow to ensure a safe and happy holiday.
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A Season of Thanks: Celebrating the Toy Community at Toy Fair
November 25, 2024
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Kimberly Carcone, executive vice president of global market events at The Toy Association, reflects on the shared creativity and collaboration that brings the toy community together and makes Toy Fair a cornerstone event in the toy industry.
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The Toy Association’s Kimberly Carcone Named TSNN Awards ‘Industry Icon’ Finalist
November 25, 2024
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Trade Show News Network (TSNN) has named Kimberly Carcone, executive vice president of global market events at The Toy Association™, as an “Industry Icon” finalist for its 14th annual 2024 TSNN Awards.
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