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Toy Association 2025 Board Election and Annual General Meeting Set for March 1
January 30, 2025
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The Toy Association™ is inviting all members to attend its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place during Toy Fair® in New York City. The meeting, which will include the election of members to serve on the Board of Directors, is set for March 1 at 4 p.m. in the General Session Theater in the Javits Center.
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TOTY® Awards to Showcase the Impact of Your Toy Donations
January 28, 2025
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Through product and cash donations, The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) can efficiently deliver toys from companies’ warehouses to children around the world. That’s why the 25th annual Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards, taking place February 28 in New York City, followed by Toy Fair®, are critical opportunities for the industry to come together to sustain and expand TTF’s work.
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Toy Fair® 2025 Draws International Attendees from 87 Countries
January 27, 2025
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With registered attendees from 87 countries (and counting!), Toy Fair® 2025 promises a diverse international presence right on the show floor. The global event, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City, is poised to connect the industry's leading innovators with play professionals, the media, and retailers all under one roof.
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Leverage these Media Opportunities at Toy Fair® 2025
January 24, 2025
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Toy Fair® exhibitors can boost their press outreach and generate media buzz by leveraging the following resources for the show, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City.
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The Toy Association™ Advocates Against Potential Tariffs on Toys in Congressional Meetings
January 23, 2025
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The Toy Association™ has been actively engaging with congressional leaders on Capitol Hill to educate policymakers on the negative impact of potential tariffs on toys.
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Free Enrollment for Ethical Supply Chain Program Membership Ends Jan. 31
January 22, 2025
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The deadline is approaching 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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TOTY Awards to Spotlight the Healing Power of Play in Children’s Hospitals
January 21, 2025
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Event proceeds from the upcoming 25th annual Toy of the Year Awards, taking place February 28 in New York City, will go toward funding play-focused grants at children’s hospitals to benefit 700,000 children by the end of 2025.
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COPPA: New Rule Limits Companies’ Ability to Monetize Kids’ Data
January 17, 2025
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On February 16, The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued finalized changes to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule that sets new requirements around the collection, use, and disclosure of children’s personal information. As part of the update to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the final rule — widely referred to as COPPA 2.0 — shifts the burden from parents to providers to ensure that digital services are safe and secure for children.
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Toy Association Advocacy Leads to EPR Bill Amendment in New Jersey
January 17, 2025
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The Toy Association’s proactive approach to legislative advocacy continues to protect toy companies from unnecessary regulatory burdens. During a hearing that took place on Monday, January 13 regarding New Jersey Senate Bill 3398 — also known as the Packaging Product Stewardship Act — Senator Bob Smith, Senate Environment and Energy committee chair and sponsor of the legislation, acknowledged that one of his proposed amendments was a direct result of advocacy efforts from The Toy Association.
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Toy Companies Invited to Participate in Creative Factor Inventor Day
January 17, 2025
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Inventor relations staff from Toy Fair® exhibiting companies are invited to participate in Creative Factor’s Inventor Day and hear product pitches from pre-selected inventors and designers during the show.
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FIT & Otis College of Art and Design to Showcase Student Creations at Toy Fair®
January 16, 2025
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In a celebration of innovation and creativity, the talents of toy design students from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and Otis College of Art and Design will be on display in a dedicated gallery at this year’s Toy Fair®, taking place March 1 to 4 at the Javits Center in New York City.
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Hottest Toy Trends of 2025 to be Unveiled at Toy Fair®
January 16, 2025
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The Toy Association's "Toy Trends Briefing," taking place on opening day of Toy Fair®, promises to be a must-see unveiling of the hottest toy trends and consumer shopping insights that will shape the year ahead.
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Latest Trend Hunter Report Explores the Future of Tourism
January 15, 2025
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Toy Association members can now access a complimentary new Trend Hunter report that explores a shift in the tourism industry that caters to consumer preferences of authenticity, wellness, affordability, and personalization. From experiential retail opportunities to the rising popularity of phone-free travel and entertainment experiences, the report dives into the ways brands are adapting to meet consumer demands for meaningful, immersive trips while keeping budgets and convenience in mind.
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Save the Date: Toy Association Invites Members to Toy Fair® Credit Meeting
January 15, 2025
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The Toy Association will hold its Toy Fair credit meeting on Monday, March 3, which will be open exclusively to qualified finance, credit, and operations professionals of manufacturer member companies. Registration is now open.
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President’s Letter: New Year, New Energy, New Opportunities
January 14, 2025
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The Toy Association’s President & CEO Greg Ahearn reflects on the milestones and achievements in 2024 that have paved the way for the year ahead, reaffirming the Association’s dedication to serving its members and the broader toy community.
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