Exhibitor Academy

These sessions will inform exhibitors about show updates and initiatives to better understand how to capitalize on a reimagined Toy Fair returning in the fall of 2023 to best fit the buying timeline and support your goals.

Toy Fair 101: Freshman Class

Thursday, April 13
2:00 – 3:00 PM EST

This Exhibitor Academy session will provide first-time Toy Fair exhibitors all the information needed to make your exhibiting experience as seamless and rewarding as possible this September.

This session will review the details of your Exhibitor Kit and everything else you need to know, including:

  • Shipping Your Product
  • Setting Up Your Booth
  • The Exhibit Design Reimagination Awards
  • Standing Out at the Show
  • Booking Your Hotel
  • Registering Your Staff
  • And so much more!

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Upcoming Sessions

Future topics and dates are subject to change. Exhibitor key contacts will receive an email communication when sessions are open for registration.

Show Sustainability

May 2023

How you can have a successful show and improve the carbon footprint.

PR Bootcamp

June 2023

Tips and tools for honing PR strategies to create buzz around products at the show.

Toy Fair Checklist

July 2023

Review the details needed to make sure your booth space is set and you are ready for the show.

Recorded Sessions

Toy Fair Exhibitor Academy: Reimagination Awards (recorded February 2023)

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As you prepare your exhibit booth design for a reimagined Toy Fair, be sure to create a visually and experientially reimagined booth experience that will welcome buyers, global press, toy, play and entertainment professionals… and the Toy Fair Reimagination Award judges.

This Academy session will review what you need to know about the Reimagination Awards, including:

  • The Award categories and booth size breakouts
  • Assessment criteria to consider when designing your booth
  • Implementing the Visual Merchandising Initiative to your advantage
  • Eligibility for the Awards
  • Recognition details for the winners at Toy Fair

Toy Fair: PR & Marketing Strategies for a Reimagined Show
(recorded December 2022)

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This one-hour webinar provides Toy Fair New York exhibitors with tips on how to maximize their reach and how to approach their media strategy as they begin to plan for next fall.

TOY FAIR: THE BASICS AND BEYOND
(recorded December 2022)

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The business of play has evolved, and the most iconic trade show in the industry is evolving with it. Join to learn how to make your exhibiting experience as seamless and rewarding as possible next September.

Visual Merchandising Initiative
(recorded September 2022)

Reach out to your account executive to request access to view this recording.

Prepare to shape your future at a reimagined Toy Fair in NYC in 2023! To provide engagement requested by the buying community and to leverage media attention, a visual merchandising effort of at least 20% of aisle-facing exhibit square footage required for exhibitors with 400 sq. feet or more. For the show’s new fall timeline, this measure gives you the opportunity to present product that is currently available and to host private preview meetings for 2024 products.

If your company has questions about exhibiting at Toy Fair, contact your Toy Association account executive. Company names beginning with:

A-G:

Simon Yung
646.520.4875

Email Simon

H-P:

Stacy Liebensohn
646.520.4852

Email Stacy

Q-Z:

Michael Lynch
646.520.4862

Email Michael