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Cepia Appoints Josh Ganet as CCO Amid Strategic Expansion

In a strategic move to bolster its leadership team, Cepia Toys, a renowned leader in the toy industry, announces the appointment of Josh Ganet as its new Chief Commercial Officer. This announcement comes shortly after the addition of Leslie Peck as Head of Sales, North America, marking a significant strengthening of the company’s commercial strategy. Ganet’s role will be pivotal in leading global sales and development, particularly as the company gears up for the 15th anniversary relaunch of Zhu Zhu Pets with ‘Zhu Zhu Aquarium’ and the introduction of the highly anticipated ‘Decora Girlz’ line of fashion dolls this spring.

PMI Kids’ World Rings in 2024 with a Bold Revamp

PMI Kids’ World, the family-owned toy company with a rich history dating back to its origins in 1995, is making its 2024 debut with a bold transformation and is proud to announce its new era with a new logo, website, and strategic partnerships, bringing beloved games and entertainment licenses to life with brand-new toy lines and more to come in 2024! Kickstarting the new year with a refreshed brand identity, PMI is proud to unveil its new logo design and revamped website this week to bring customers and partners a renewed platform to learn about the newest products coming down the pipeline from their favorite gaming and entertainment licenses.

Ravensburger Teases Disney Lorcana TCG 2024 Lineup

Ravensburger, the acclaimed publisher of award-winning board games and high-quality toys and puzzles, unveiled a portion of the 2024 Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game lineup, including new products, competitive events, and Organized Play activations. In addition, the company is also sharing the official on-sale dates for the (4) sets slated to debut throughout the year. “Disney Lorcana TCG has struck a chord with players, collectors and fans around the world and we’re so grateful for the support. It has proven to be a fantastic entry point for first-time TCG players, and we will continue to do everything in our power to make the product available at MSRP pricing,” said Filip Francke, Global Head of Games at Ravensburger.

Popeye the Sailor Man Celebrates His Milestone Anniversary With First-Ever National Day in His Name

Popeye the Sailor Man, one of the most iconic characters in American history, is celebrating his 95th anniversary in 2024 with a full year of events, partnerships, and promotions. King Features Syndicate, a unit of Hearst and home to some of the world’s most popular entertainment characters, is kicking off the landmark year with the inaugural National Popeye the Sailor Man Day on January 17th and the receipt of The Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved Emblem (GHNA), especially notable in that he is the first “person” to ever receive this recognition.

NY NOW 2024 Winter Market Returns to Iconic Jacob Javits Center with an Exciting Showcase of Innovation and Wholesale Trends

The NY NOW 2024 Winter Market is gearing up for an iconic return to the Jacob Javits Center in New York, captivating global attendees from February 4 to 7, 2024. Renowned as the premier gift and home wholesale market show, this bi-annual event continues to serve as the ultimate hub for brands, buyers, and designers in the heart of New York City. NY NOW represents a beacon for the wholesale community and offers a space for exploration and innovation, where a diverse array of products including gifts, accessories, global design, home design, luxury lifestyle, toys, stationery, and more will take center stage.

Holiday Hill Farm Announces New Consumer Products Partnership With Oriental Trading Company

Holiday Hill Farm has entered a three-year agreement with Oriental Trading Company, a Berkshire Hathaway company, to create, market and sell a broad assortment of products featuring its beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin and all his Holiday Hill Farm friends. Oriental Trading, the largest direct retailer of value-priced party supplies, arts and crafts, toys and novelties, and school supplies, will leverage its extensive direct-to-consumer channels and deep B2B channels via Fun Express, which includes virtually every conceivable market segment including school districts, to distribute the products to its customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.

KidStuff PR Celebrates 30th Anniversary in 2024

KidStuff PR is celebrating its 30th year in business in 2024. During its three decades of promoting playthings and services for families, the agency has seen the toy industry, the media world and parenting go through a lot of changes. The team at the agency couldn’t be more excited than to celebrate this major milestone and is both reflecting on things they’ve learned and survived over the years, as well as looking forward to things to come.

Nelvana and Toikido Officially Greenlight 2D Animated Children’s Series Piñata Smashlings Based on the Hit Roblox Gaming IP

Nelvana, a world-leading international producer, distributor, and licensor of children’s animated and live action content, and Toikido, an innovative London based entertainment company specializing in digital design and toys, announce the highly anticipated greenlight of Piñata Smashlings, a new 2D animated children’s series (26×11). The series is available for international sale and already has confirmed placement with YTV in Canada. This comedic adventure, tailored for kids age six to nine, complements previously unveiled Piñata Smashlings shorts currently streaming on Nelvana’s ‘Keep It Weird’ YouTube channel, with more shorts to launch soon.

International Buyers Return at First Three HKTDC Trade Fair Series in 2024

The 50th HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, 15th HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and 22nd Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair concluded successfully at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. The four-day physical fairs attracted some 83,000 buyers from 135 countries and regions and saw international buyers return, a promising start for the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) trade shows this year.