Interview
“2024 is going to be a huge year for TUBBZ”: Rubber Road’s Liam Taylor on the rise and rise of its cosplaying ducks collectables
Liam Taylor, Head of Partnerships & Development at Rubber Road, discusses recent highlights and future plans.
In KidZ’s Dr Zabina Bhasin on creating kits that fuel compassion and communication in kids
Dr Zabina Bhasin – also known as Dr Zee – discusses what prompted her to enter the toy space with In KidZ.
Rad Stuff’s Chris Flatt on innovating the world of sports collectibles with metal model kits
“It’s not been too difficult to get licensors on board because it really does stand out!” Rad Stuff’s Chris Flatt talks PSG, innovation and creativity.
Keeping notes and taking advice: Spin Master’s Randy Klimpert discusses his outstanding career
“If we knew what we wanted, we wouldn’t need you.”: Unforgettable lessons on creativity from Randy Klimpert.
Alex and Whitney Kimerling on putting inventors at the heart of Hootenanny Games
Alex and Whitney Kimerling talk us through the origins of their brand new company, Hootenanny Games.
YuMe Toys’ Gurdeep Bains on his fan-first approach to designing Jujutsu Kaisen collectibles
Gurdeep Bains – Global Creative Director at Maxx Group and YuMe Toys – discusses fandom, creativity and compelling unboxing experiences.
Putty in his hands: Crazy Aaron – aka Aaron Muderick – reveals why he revels in his genre-defining products
King of Putty Aaron Muderick on being crazy, creative and courageous
PMI’s Tal Cohen on bringing digital brands like Pudgy Penguins and Piñata Smashlings into toys
Tal Cohen – Product Manager at PMI – on play, plush and Pudgy Penguins.
Inventors Bryan Wilson, Sara Farber and Will Sakran talk Snarkas, Tickle Pup and Burstin Bubble Clouds
Fresh from a TAGIE win, Bryan Wilson, Sara Farber and Will Sakran discuss the origins of their inventing collaboration – and why they work so well together.
Readyland’s Joshua Garrett on unlocking the magic of voice tech in play
Joshua Garrett, VP of Development at Creativity Inc. and Chief Creative Officer for Readyland, shares what makes the firm’s voice-tech infused books so engaging.