Jazwares

In this newly created role prioritising brand and growth strategies, Padawer will be responsible for the company’s global brand building, design, marketing and communications across all business units.

This panel session features IR execs discussing their golden rules for working with inventors, current challenges in the space and the advice they’d give to those new to the world of toy and game invention.

Partnerships include Kellytoy for plush, Spin Master for games and YWow for novelty sized puzzles.

“I can always count on meeting new talent at this event, and the connections from last year have resulted in serious opportunities we have traction on today,” said Jazwares’ David Winter.

“As we continue to grow Jazwares offerings beyond our core toy and collectibles business, we look forward to bringing our innovative, quality approach to consumer products into the pet category,” said Michael Rinzler, Executive VP/Partner, Jazwares.

Michael Rinzler – Executive VP and Partner at Jazwares – talks us through building the Yankees of Inventor Relations and why inventors are vital to the firm’s plans moving forward.

“Inspired by the beauty trends taking over social media like makeovers and make-up crushing, we wanted to provide kids with a fun glam toy that allows them to express their creative style,” said Jazwares’ Laura Zebersky.

We caught up with Naomi to find out more about how she got her start in the world of toy and games, her new role at Jazwares and why she feels there’s never been a better time to be an inventor.

In the first of his new monthly column, Adam Borton looks at how he got his start in the industry and what his new Toy and Game School will look to bring those wanting to kick-start their own careers in play.

The Mojo Nation 100 – in association with Hasbro – is a listing of the most influential figures currently working in the world of toy and game design who have excelled over the last 12 months.