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People of Play Welcomes Shannon Swindle

12/16/2024
People of Play (POP) is excited to announce that Shannon Swindle, a respected leader in the toy and game industry, has joined the organization as the new Director of People of Play. Shannon brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion for the industry, making her an invaluable addition to the team.

 

Trade Guest Discount for Toy Fair® Ends December 31

12/12/2024
The deadline to get a reduced rate on Toy Fair® Trade Guest badges is approaching: trade guests have until December 31, 2024 to save $100 on admission for the show, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City.

 

Amazon, Hasbro, Mattel, & More Announced as TOTY® Awards Sponsors

12/10/2024
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.

 

Get Media-Ready for Toy Fair® 2025 at Dec. 12 ‘Exhibitor Academy’ Session

12/5/2024
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.

 

Support Children in Need with the Power of Play this Giving Tuesday

12/3/2024
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.

 

A Season of Thanks: Celebrating the Toy Community at Toy Fair

11/25/2024
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.

 

Get Insider Media Tips for Toy Fair at Dec. 12 ‘Exhibitor Academy’ Session

11/19/2024
The Toy Association will host an "Exhibitor Academy" webinar on December 12 at 2 p.m. (Eastern) that will help Toy Fair exhibitors plan for the global media presence at the show, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City. Registration for the webinar is now open.

 

Be a Philanthropic Leader at the 2025 TOTY® Awards — Sponsorships Now Open

11/11/2024
The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards, the kick-off party to Toy Fair®, is a highly anticipated night for play professionals to celebrate the very best products in the toy industry and fundraise to deliver play to children in need. Companies of all sizes and sectors are invited to be a leader in the night’s philanthropy by serving as a sponsor for the event, taking place Friday, February 28 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

 

People of Play Announces Winners of the 2024 TAGIE Awards

11/11/2024
Almost 350 attendees from 20 countries celebrated the finalists, winners, and honorees of People of Play’s (POP) Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs), held on November 8, 2024.

 

From AI to TikTok: Toy Fair® University Unveils First Sessions for Upcoming Show

10/24/2024
Calling all toy professionals: class will be back in session as Toy Fair® University returns to Toy Fair, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City, with its most extensive education programming yet.

 

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