Spiel welcomes new MD in Carol Rapp

Alongside Dominique Metzler and Florian Hess, Carol will assume joint responsibility for the organisation and ongoing development of the Essen-based Spiel show.

Barry & Jason Games’ Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger on why silly sizzles sell

Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger discuss their approach to pitching – and we get the lowdown on their new games, Scribble Hips and It’s Tricky.

A time for Thanksgiving: Richard C. Levy writes an open letter to the toy industry

Richard C. Levy, president of Richard C. Levy & Associates, LLC, on his love for America

Toy Retailers Association details DreamToys list of the top toys for Christmas 2022

This year’s list includes Moose Toys’ Little Live Pets Mama Surprise, Mattel’s Barbie Cutie Reveal dolls and Spin Master’s Sink N Sand game.

Making all the right noises: So Sound’s Head of Audio, James Livett, discusses putting music in toys

James Livett – Head of Audio at So Sound – on the art of making toys make noise

Spin Master welcomes Nina Dizenhuz as Inventor Relations Associate

“I am incredibly excited to join the amazing Inventor Relations team at Spin Master and to play a small part in bring more smiles and play into the world,” said Nina.

Matt Nuccio on what to expect from the United Inventors Association’s new Toy Advisory Board

Design Edge President Matt Nuccio talks us through why the UIA has put together a Toy Advisory Board – and who’s involved.

Peppa Pig, Bluey and more: an interview with Andrew Carley, Director of Global Licensing at BBC Studios

The ever-popular Andrew Carley discusses his path to BBC Studios… And what’s next for the Bluey brand.

Creative Consultant Deej Johnson on inspiring ideas with the New to You technique

Creative Consultant Deej Johnson explores different ways to stimulate your brain…

Game designer and author James Wallis discusses his new book, Everybody Wins: The Greatest Board Games Ever Made

James Wallis talks us though his new book – Everybody Wins – that shines a spotlight on the winners, and losers, of the Spiel des Jahres awards.

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