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LA Fall Preview: Circana to Present Update on U.S. Toy Industry Performance

7/25/2024
Circana will deliver a “State of the U.S. Toy Industry — Fall Update” presentation on Tuesday, September 10 at 10 a.m. (Pacific), during The Toy Association’s LA Fall Preview market week.

 

In LA During Market Week? Don’t Miss “Party with a Purpose” Fundraiser for Children’s Hospitals

7/22/2024
Mark your calendars to make a difference: Attend The Toy Foundation’s “Party with a Purpose” and be a part of an industry-wide movement to bring the joy of play to hospitalized children across the country.

 

The Importance of Play at Children’s Hospitals

7/22/2024
Kathleen Campisano, global chief marketing officer at Beacon Media Group and vice chair of The Toy Foundation, discussed how play improves pediatric care with representatives from Maimonides Health and Hope for Henry.

 

Prep for the Preview: How to Make the Most of Your Time at LA Fall Preview

7/22/2024
With just weeks left to go until The Toy Association’s sold-out, inaugural LA Fall Preview, industry professionals are encouraged to make the most out of their time in Los Angeles with helpful information to navigate the marketplace.

 

Learn to Master Your Company’s Toy Fair® Online Show Profile

7/17/2024
Toy Fair® 2025 exhibitors are encouraged to sign up for the upcoming Toy Fair Exhibitor Academy session, “Your Map Your Show Profile,” taking place Tuesday, August 20 at 2 p.m. (Eastern).

 

President’s Letter: The LA Fall Preview is Officially Sold Out!

7/16/2024
Greg Ahearn, president & CEO of The Toy Association™, announces that the Association’s first-ever LA fall marketplace is officially sold out, with 78 toy companies securing space at 2250 East Imperial Highway in El Segundo, the heart of LA’s “toy district.”

 

Nominations are Now Open for the 2025 Toy of the Year® Awards

7/15/2024
Nominations are officially open for the 25th Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards, taking place February 28, 2025 at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in New York City. Toy companies, inventors, and other industry representatives are invited to submit their top products and entertainment brands by August 23, 2024 for consideration across 16 categories.

 

Legendary Rock Band Blues Traveler to Headline “Party with a Purpose”

7/15/2024
Blues Traveler will play a can’t-miss performance at The Toy Foundation’s “Party with a Purpose,” taking place September 9 at TAO Los Angeles.

 

“Party with a Purpose” to Raise Money for Children’s Hospitals

7/8/2024
One of the toy industry’s top philanthropic missions is to bring play to children, particularly those in hospitals serving predominantly low-income communities. The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) “Party with a Purpose,” taking place Monday, September 9 at TAO Los Angeles, is an opportunity for the toy industry to join together and help improve pediatric care nationwide.

 

Apply by July 12 to Present on the Toy Fair® University Global Stage

7/8/2024
Industry thought leaders have until this Friday, July 12 to submit presentation applications for Toy Fair® University, taking place throughout Toy Fair from March 1 to 4, 2025 at the Javits Center in New York City.

 

Meet with 75+ Manufacturers in September at The Toy Association’s LA Fall Preview

7/8/2024
The countdown is officially on for The Toy Association’s LA Fall Preview, taking place in September at 2250 East Imperial Highway in El Segundo, CA. Retailers and industry professionals can now register to connect with more than 75 manufacturers all under one roof throughout the entire month, with a dedicated market week (including not-to-miss industry networking events) taking place September 9 to 13.

 

Buzz is Building for Toy Fair® New York as Global Toy Industry Gears Up for 2025

7/8/2024
Preparations for Toy Fair 2025 are in full swing, with nearly 600 exhibitors already registered to showcase their latest innovations in front of a massive audience of global retail buyers, licensors, media, and more. Additionally, show organizers have announced that both Mattel and Hasbro will exhibit on-site at New York City’s Javits Center, joining first time exhibitors, international companies, and established global brands at the iconic marketplace, taking place March 1 to 4, 2025.

 

Nominations Open for 2024 Canadian Toy Association Hall of Fame & Rising Star Awards

7/5/2024
The toy community is invited to submit nominees for induction into the 2024 Canadian Toy Association (CTA) Hall of Fame.

 

Member Exclusive: Latest Trend Hunter Report Focuses on Resurgence of Nostalgia

7/3/2024
Toy Association members can now access a complimentary new Trend Hunter report that explores the resurgence of nostalgic elements in contemporary products and experiences, from branded hotel stays to retro-styled appliances with modern functionality.

 

The LEGO Group Celebrates International Day of Play with Global Initiatives

6/24/2024
The toy and play community celebrated the first-ever International Day of Play on June 11, an initiative spearheaded by The LEGO Group and The LEGO Foundation. To mark the inaugural day, The LEGO Group rolled out a series of engaging initiatives worldwide.