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Star Wars Villainous Puzzles Ravensburger

Ravensburger Embraces the Dark Side with Star Wars Villainous Puzzles

The Star Wars galaxy has fallen to the dark side in a new line of Star Wars Villainous puzzles from Ravensburger. Inspired by the award-winning board game Star Wars (Power of the Dark Side) Villainous, these 1000-piece puzzles depict an alternate reality where heroes fall and the dark side of the Force wins. Five iconic villains are depicted completing their in-game objectives across the puzzle series, now available for purchase on Amazon.

Events News

ToyFest 2023 Gets a Full House, Packed Full of Retailers

ToyFest concluded its 10th tradeshow in Las Vegas, held at the World Market Center. Toy & Gift Stores from across the US attended the Las Vegas Show including stores from 48 states, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Guam, Korea, Mexico, Micronesia, Panama, Philippines, South America, the UK, and Venezuela. “What a week! ToyFest 2023 was filled with buyers from all over the country. The show had great energy and excitement, allowing everyone to enjoy all ToyFest had to offer. Resorts World was the perfect host hotel. Can’t wait for 2024, as we grow and continue to make ToyFest the best it can be for all.” said Sandy Lepire, ToyFest President.

WowWee Announces New Fingerlings for Summer 2023

Off your finger they love to monkey around, and their new posable tails allow them to sit for more ways to play and display. Each of the 4 new characters now has soft, flocked hair, a unique personality, and 70+ sounds and reactions that bring them to life. These monkeys introduce exciting new features, while staying true to the Friendship @ Your Fingertips promise of the original hit toy that won the 2018 Collectible Toy of the Year and overall Toy of the Year (TOTY) awards.

Geoffrey's Tour Across America Toys R Us

Toys”R”Us Announces Geoffrey’s Tour Across America

Toys”R”Us, the world’s leading authority in toys and play, has announced Geoffrey’s Tour Across America, a first-of-its-kind free immersive experience for families coming in Summer 2023. Toys”R”Us is partnering with marketing agency Known to create and execute this new multi-city experience to bring the true joy of play to Toys”R”Us kids of all ages. The tour will kick off at the iconic Macy’s flagship store at Herald Square. In a series of multi-city events that feature play like you’ve never experienced before, Geoffrey’s Tour Across America will roll out weekend-long events offering larger than life interactive experiences, entertainment for all ages, fun food, brand activations, VIP experiences, giveaways and more from top toy and family-friendly brands.

Factory Entertainment Announces Partnership with Paramount To Produce Star Trek Collectibles

Factory Entertainment has announced that the company has entered into a multi-year agreement with Paramount parent, Viacom International Inc, to expand upon its best-selling line of movie and television collectibles for Star Trek. Factory Entertainment’s Star Trek line will be centered primarily around its high-end prop replica business. Since 2011, the company has established itself as the leader in producing authentic, limited- edition replicas of props and gadgets from popular movie and TV properties.

Douglas Introduces New Jungle and Forest Animal Plush to Their Selection

Douglas is ready to take you on a safari hunt for cuteness. The plush toy company and lifestyle gift creator is introducing four new Jungle friends to its collection. Jessie the Giraffe is a member of Douglas’ Softs’ Collection. Jessie stands 10” tall, she’s extra floppy and cuddly soft. She looks very much like a true to life giraffe with all the proper marking of golden brown and cream. She will make the best addition to your child’s jungle themed nursery.

All in the Family: The Ullman Family

There are not many multi-generation inventor families, but if there were, the Ullman family would still be at the top of the list. I’ve had the good fortune of getting to know Don and Anne over the years as well as their boys, Al and Jack. Don has great stories (to start, ask him about owning an Italian Ice Shop and an Auto Detailing Shop) and has a playful soul… if you look closely, you’ll see the twinkle in his eyes that matches his mischievous grin. Enjoy reading about the Ullmans!

The Insights Family Voted the MarTech Company of the Year

The Insights Family – the global leader in kids, teens, parents, and family market intelligence – has been named as the number one most innovative marketing technology creator in the UK in the coveted and competitive 2023 MarTech 50 awards. The Manchester based MarTech company, which works with more than 120 clients and operates in 22 markets across 6 continents working with clients such as Amazon, BBC, Hasbro, LEGO, and Warner Media was voted as the MarTech company of the year for 2023. This is a much-improved ranking after receiving 4th place and number one outside of London in 2022 but has risen impressively to top spot in 2023. Judges are impressed by the companies’ continued growth, and how their new mission and strategy is providing actionable insight to a broad range of marketing functions across a wide range of markets.

Luxury Stroller Wagon Brand Wonderfold Partners with Exclusive Importers and Distributors for UK and Australia

WonderFold, the leader in the luxury stroller wagon category, has announced their partnership with Baby Central and Coolkidz Australia, two exclusive juvenile products importers and distributors, for their first and only authorized expansion into the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia (AU)/New Zealand (NZ). The UK and AU/NZ join France, Canada, Spain and Korea as authorized distributors. “WonderFold’s expansion into the UK and AU/NZ marks a milestone in the company’s growth and we are eager to make this investment in our customers worldwide,” said WonderFold Co-Founder, Sabrina Ng. “We are grateful to have found partners that can help us further extend our reach globally and we look forward to achieving this next stage of growth.”