The book – celebrating creatives and designers working in brand licensing – will be available to pick at from the Brands Untapped stand at F154.

With United Smile’s Gigantosaurus toy line being showcased at the LA Toy Previews, we caught up with the designer of the range – design_lead_play’s Darren Lee Phillipson.

“We look forward to developing the brand’s world-class programme of replica vehicles in the physical and digital spaces,” said Beanstalk President Allison Ames.

Hug-a-Bug World CEO Julia Keys discusses how the design of her toy range ties into bolstering a child’s emotional understanding.

“We are looking forward to being introduced to the inventor community, creating new connections and of course hearing lots of fantastic ideas,” said Lauren Chatterton, Senior Product Developer for Games at Talking Tables.

As a new and improved version of Kingmaker heads to Kickstarter, Emily Charles ­– Product Development & Licensing Manager at Gibsons Games – talks us through its four-year development process.

A line of Sonic Prime products from PMI will launch in early 2023, including collectibles, mini figures, clip-on plush, stampers, games and more.

“Our partnership with Moonbug Entertainment allows us to share the playful adventures of JJ and friends in a new screen-free way,” said Drew Vernon, Marketing Director for Tonies USA.

The launch came about following feedback requesting a Clixo for the older crowd.

A celebration of the toy and game industry’s design and inventor talent, among the winners this year are Moose Toys, Fun-Damental Invention and Hasbro’s Tanya Thompson, while Spin Master’s Tal Schrieber scooped the Design Icon accolade.