Toy Fair New York Remains a “GO” for February 2022
The Toy Association, with the support of hundreds of exhibitors, buyers, and key governmental agencies, expects to safely host Toy Fair New York at the Javits Center from February 19-22, 2022.
Disguise Announces Squid Game Costume and Accessory Launch in North America and APAC in 2022
Disguise, Inc., the costume division of leading toy and consumer products manufacturer, JAKKS Pacific, Inc (NASDAQ:JAKK) has announced they are currently designing and developing costumes and masks based on Netflix’s hit series Squid Game for launch in Fall of 2022.
Creative Kids and Hasbro Announce Partnership To Produce New Play-Doh Compounds
Creative Kids, the go-to source for fun, interactive kids’ arts and crafts and STEM toys, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Hasbro, Inc. the global play and entertainment powerhouse, to produce a variety of new Play-Doh branded products in 2022.
“Making It In The Toy Industry” Podcast Launches Season 3
Making It In the Toy Industry, a podcast hosted by The Toy Coach, Azhelle Wade, is celebrating the launch of its 3rd season. This is the only toy podcast designed to support and inspire inventors, entrepreneurs, and corporate toy people with advice and insider tips about concept development, marketing, sales, and manufacturing.
Funko Appoints Charles Denson as New Chairman of the Board
Funko, Inc., a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, has announced that Charles Denson, a current member of the Board, has been appointed Chairman of the Board effective immediately. Mr. Denson replaces Ken Brotman of ACON Investments, who will continue to serve as a board member.
MGA Entertainment’s Rainbow High welcomes Pacific Coast Dolls
MGA Entertainment’s 2020 line Rainbow High has expanded its pantheon of dolls! The Rainbow High Pacific Coast Dolls sport swimwear, beach accessories and textile patterns that are ideal for a coastal themed display. Pacific Coast dolls launch after the successful debut of the Rainbow High Netflix series in March 2021.
JAKKS Pacific, Disguise and Sega of America Announce “Sonic Prime” Toy and Costume Collection
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) announced a partnership with Sega of America, Inc. for the upcoming animated Sonic the Hedgehog series, Sonic Prime, maintaining JAKKS as one of the franchise’s global merchandise partners. Under this partnership, JAKKS will produce action figures, playsets, vehicles, plush and other collectibles associated with the upcoming new show.
The Children’s Media Conference’s Editorial Director Greg Childs Awarded OBE
The Children’s Media Conference (CMC) has announced that its Editorial Director Greg Childs has been awarded an OBE for Services to International Trade and the Children’s Media Sector in the Queen’s New Year’s Honors List.
Cobra Kai comes to Loot Crate
Loot Crate has announced the launch of a limited edition 3-crate series based on Cobra Kai. These crates boast wearables, apparel, home goods, stationary, collectible pins, and utility items based on the hit show. Ordering deadline is April 15th, 2022.