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Whether you attended Toy Fair or not, be sure to check out our 2017 Toy Fair issue for all the latest news and trends: http://www.anbmedia.com/issues/2017/02/tfe-february-2017/
The Toy Industry Association is hiring. http://tinyurl.com/zkak9g6
Southard Communications is hiring. http://tinyurl.com/zvhgefk
TTPM Spring 2016
Spin Master acquires Toca Boca, Sago Mini. http://tinyurl.com/j8kmbyc
Licensing Show moves to MAY in 2017. http://tinyurl.com/zry7ryc
All the news from Toy Fair here: http://www.anbmedia.com/
Feb issue of TFE/TFE Licensing now avail. What's New from #ToyFair2016 Read it here: http://tinyurl.com/jkk8zwx
Toy Fair—Sunday
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Here are some highlights from Mattel and Hasbro's Toy Fair tours.
VTech acquires LeapFrog. http://tinyurl.com/z9z39gc
VTech Holdings Limited and LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc., announced this morning that the two companies have entered into a merger agreement whereby VTech will acquire LeapFrog.
SesameWorkshop Takes Next Steps in Helping Military Families. http://tinyurl.com/zvg9gl6
Frank Adler Names President of Wow! Stuff U.S.A. http://tinyurl.com/j9kkw4d
TOMY International, the subsidiary of TOMY Company, Ltd. responsible for North America, has restructured under three strategic business units: Toy & Hobby, Agriculture & Automotive, and Mother, Infant & Toddler, with all marketing, product design, and brand management functions reporting to one of t…
Barbie gets a makeover with new body types, skin tones. Read it here http://tinyurl.com/hcbvlpw
Mattel announced this morning that Barbie’s Fashionista line is adding three new body types—tall, curvy and petite. There will also be a variety of skin tones, hairstyles, outfits, and more in the line. See it here on TTPM.com.
WBCP names Pam Lifford as president. http://tinyurl.com/jxg3xzd
Pam Lifford has been named president of Warner Bros. Consumer Products it was announced today by Diane Nelson, president, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Consumer Products and president and chief content officer, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Lifford will start on February 1 and report d…
PatchProducts acquires Roominate. http://tinyurl.com/js72pe6
Patch announced this morning that it has acquired Roominate, which is a line of complete building sets that are designed for girls in order to bridge the gender gap in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Roominate began with one simple mission: open up possibilities for girls by showi…
We know that 3D printing is amazing. See a preschool girl get a prosthetic hand thanks to 3D printing & Care Bears. http://tinyurl.com/gldmyq2
TIF is hiring a foundation coordinator. http://www.anbmedia.com/classifieds/2015/12/tif-is-hiring-a-foundation-coordinator/
Toy Industry Foundation (TIF) is hiring a Foundation Coordinator. The Foundation Coordinator is responsible for providing staff support to the Executive Director and the TIF Managers with the following:
TOTY Nominees Announced by TIA. http://tinyurl.com/pqujwrq
The Toy Industry Association (TIA) announced the finalists for its 2016 Toy of the Year Awards (TOTY) this morning. Between now and January 17, 2016, consumers can visit www.toyawards.org to vote for their favorite toy picks in each of the 12 categories and enter to win exclusive prizes. The winners…
@TTPM was featured in @Best in Baby Biz & Kids Magazine! Check out the interview with Bob Glaser on page 72! #toys #reviews #parenting http://bit.ly/1ihBdV5
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TOY INVENTORS needed for new cable TV series. Renegade 83 Studios is now casting. Find out how to apply here: http://tinyurl.com/odfqeuf
Renegade 83 Studios is a production company that is seeking Toy Inventors and kids for a new major cable network show. They are looking for inventors of all backgrounds along with toys of any kind. Renegade says, “The toys need to excite and inspire kids to play—whether it is for learning or for fun…
Oct issue of TFE now online covering Fall Toy Preview, BLE, ABC Expo & much more. http://www.anbmedia.com/issues/2015/10/tfe-october-2015/
TTPM's Most Wanted List was announced today! Let the holiday season begin! http://tinyurl.com/notwmrc
Playmation marries video game play with active, off-screen imaginative play. Kids take on the role of an Avengers recruit to go on missions and battle Ultron and his evil henchmen. Put on the…
aNb Media celebrates 10th anniversary today! Here's what we are up to: http://tinyurl.com/nhwyv27
TIA announced Fall Toy Preview stays in Dallas through 2018. Show moves to late Sept. Dates announced here: http://tinyurl.com/o8uuggl
The Toy Industry Association’s (TIA) executive committee and board announced that Fall Toy Preview will remain in Dallas, Texas, through 2018. However, the dates of the show have shifted into late September. Upcoming dates are as follows: September 27–29, 2016; September 26–28, 2017; and September 2…
Mullany Leaves Toys R Us. http://tinyurl.com/oe2uknx
Toys “R” Us announced this morning that Hank Mullany has been terminated as of today, August 21. “This termination of employment shall be treated as a termination without cause pursuant to his employment agreement,” according to the announcement from TRU. Mullany has served as president of Toys “R”…
Sesame Street to air on HBO. http://tinyurl.com/nrzp7uf
Sesame Workshop and HBO today announced a new partnership that will make the next five seasons of Sesame Street available on HBO and its multiplex channels, HBO GO, HBO On Demand, and the new internet-only SVOD service HBO NOW. As a key part of the deal, Sesame will be able to produce almost twice a…
becker&mayer! Is Hiring a National Account Manager. http://www.anbmedia.com/classifieds/2015/07/beckermayer-is-hiring-a-national-account-manager/
becker&mayer!, the largest book producer in the United States as well as the creator of fun and educational toys under its SmartLab division, is seeking a full-time National Account Manager. An award-winning toy producer, SmartLab creates hands-on toys through which children explore science and art.…
Hog Wild Is Hiring a Specialty Sales Acct Manager. http://www.anbmedia.com/classifieds/2015/07/hog-wild-toys-is-hiring-a-specialty-sales-account-manager/
Hog Wild Toys is looking for a happy and energetic specialty sales account manager to serve out of its Clackamas, Oregon office and warehouse, located just outside of Portland. Hog Wild Toys started in 1996 and sells primarily to specialty retailers throughout the U.S. (www.hogwildtoys.com). The rig…
The Passing of Rick Neitz. http://www.anbmedia.com/anb-media-news/2015/08/anb-media-news-august-5-2015/
The Toy Industry Association announced yesterday that Richard R. Neitz passed away at the age of 66. The Vietnam veteran is survived by his wife Rose, daughters Taylor and Jennifer, sons Rick and Mike, grandchildren Connor and Nicole, three brothers, two sisters, and a large extended family. The TIA…
FAO Schwarz closes its doors today on NYC location: http://tinyurl.com/p965hnc
Toys “R” Us announced that its FAO Schwarz Fifth Avenue location in New York City will close its doors on July 15, 2015. Toys “R” Us issued the following statement about FAO’s flagship closure: “For the past several years, Toys “R” Us has been reviewing its lease renewal options for the FAO Schwarz…
Breaking News: Toys R Us names David Brandon Chairman and CEO. http://tinyurl.com/ou9gjhb
Toys “R” Us, Inc., (TRU) just announced the appointment of David Brandon, as chairman and CEO, effective July 1, succeeding Antonio Urcelay, who will retire from the company.
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