Toys aren’t just for kids, and moms and dads plan to get in on the fun this holiday! According to a new Toy Association survey that gauged 1,000 U.S. parents’ attitudes about toys, play, and shopping leading into the holiday season, most parents (72%) will likely put a toy or game on their holiday list this year. To check out some of the top toys grown-ups will be adding to their wish lists this year, visit https://lnkd.in/egEi5eAi #holidayshopping #toyindustry #toynews
The Toy Association
Non-profit Organizations
New York, NY 31,400 followers
The Toy Association leads the health and growth of the North American toy industry.
About us
Founded in 1916, The Toy Association™, Inc. is the business trade association representing hundreds of companies including manufacturers, retailers, licensors, and others who are involved in the youth entertainment industry. The Toy Association leads the health and growth of the U.S. toy industry, which has an annual U.S. economic impact of $102.4 billion. Our manufacturing members account for 93% of U.S. toy and game sales driving the annual $40 billion U.S. domestic toy market. The Toy Association serves as the industry’s voice on the developmental benefits of play and promotes play’s positive impact on childhood development to consumers and media. The organization has a long history of leadership in toy safety, having helped develop the first comprehensive toy safety standard more than 40 years ago, and remains committed to working with medical experts, government, consumers, and industry on ongoing programs to ensure safe and fun play. As a global leader, The Toy Association produces the world-renowned Toy Fair New York; advocates on behalf of members around the world; sustains the Canadian Toy Association; acts as secretariat for the International Council of Toy Industries and International Toy Industry CEO Roundtable; and chairs the committee that reviews and revises America’s widely emulated ASTM F963 toy safety standard.
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http://www.toyassociation.org
External link for The Toy Association
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1916
- Specialties
- Toys, Games and Play, Trade Events, Research and Data about the Toy Industry, Advocacy, and Toy Safety
Locations
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1375 Broadway
10th floor
New York, NY 10018, US
Employees at The Toy Association
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Greg Ahearn
President & CEO of The Toy Association.
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Arthur S “Chip” Brown II
Storyastic & Proper Media Founder • Producer & Publisher-formerly Disney, HarperCollins, Thomas Nelson, Zondervan, Gaylord Entertainment
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Charlotte Hickcox
The Toy Association
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Tim Knock
Senior Director, Event Marketing @ The Toy Association
Updates
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Build-A-Bear Workshop and KFC teamed up for a new collection featuring limited-edition outfits and accessories inspired by the KFC brand. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZXFKhJk #toyindustry #toynews #toys
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California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control has extended the public comment period to assess certain chemicals in children’s products in response to a letter submitted by The Toy Association, jointly signed by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and American Apparel & Footwear Association. The new deadline is Jan. 2. Companies can reach out to Charlotte Hickcox to have their comments included. Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eN_gvXhw #toyindustry #toynews #toys
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Mattel, Inc. is bringing everyone’s favorite 2000s girls back to shelves with the new My Scene dolls by Barbie Signature. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZXFKhJk #toyindustry #toynews #toys
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Before clicking “add to cart” on your holiday purchases, visit www.PlaySafe.org for tons of safety advice, including why it’s crucial to keep non-toy items like accessories containing high-powered magnets, balloons, and button cell batteries out of a child’s reach. Get more #ToySafetyAwarenessMonth tips at https://lnkd.in/eq_4uK4W #ToySafety #PlaySafe
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TSNN - Trade Show News Network has named Kimberly Carcone, executive vice president of global market events at The Toy Association™, an “Industry Icon” finalist for its 14th annual 2024 TSNN Awards. Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eB2ZUDtg #toynews #toyindustry
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AMAV US announced the appointment of Steve Markey as Vice President of Sales and Marketing North America. More info here:https://lnkd.in/eZXFKhJk #toyindustry #toynews #toys
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Relatable (Previously What Do You Meme?) has teamed up with meme-queen Trisha Paytas to launch its latest What Do You Meme? expansion pack, which will spotlight her most unforgettable, viral moments. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZXFKhJk #toyindustry #toynews #toys
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Thinking of buying a “smart toy” this holiday season? When shopping online, only buy toys from reputable sellers and/or known brands that comply with strict federal safety standards and follow guidance overseen by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which governs children’s privacy and data security online. Smart toys sold by unknown and/or dubious sellers may be unsafe, because these bad actors are unlikely to comply with the relevant safety laws. Click here for more tips to help protect children in digital spaces: https://lnkd.in/evz5zwuK #ToySafetyAwarenessMonth #PlaySafe #SmartToys
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Looking to make a media splash at Toy Fair 2025? An upcoming Toy Association webinar, “PR Bootcamp,” will equip exhibitors with the knowledge and tools they need to highlight their in-year priority items and gain exposure with global media at the show. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/g3gNxkf6 #toyfairlife #toyfair25 #tfny25 #toyindustry