Play Creators Festival

“We look forward to seeing some really unique, innovative and forward thinking ideas in September and encourage anyone with outstanding ideas that you think would fit within TOMY’s portfolio to come and see us,” said TOMY’s Alpesh Patel.

“It’s a great day and looking forward to meeting lots of talented inventors and seeing some old friends,” said Drumond’s Dharmander Patel.

“New talent is the lifeblood of the toy industry and as such, we’re delighted to sponsor the Rising Star category at this year’s Play Creators Awards,” said Alpha’s Kerry Tarrant.

“Spin Master is looking forward to participating once again in one of the most innovative events that showcases the UK’s top talent,” said Spin Master’s Director of Inventor Relations, David Winter.

“In addition to the winners, this is a celebration of all of our studio and agency partners,” said Hasbro’s Rich Mazel.

Making Things’ Fi Murray, Triclops Studios’ Rob Ames and Worlds Apart’s James Austin-Smith will look to convince creative consultant Deej Johnson that their pet hate deserves to go into Room 101.

The three-day festival is moving one week earlier than previously announced (2nd – 4th September).

“It is a key event on our yearly calendar as we meet with talented students, inventors (new and old) and industry colleagues in a great and innovative environment.”

“We’re hoping the event is going to be a great way to meet with inventors that are relevant to us, helping us to find our next key concept or idea,” said Mookie’s Claire Olewnik.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Mojo Nation on their first ever Awards, which champion the industry’s leading products, individuals and companies,” said Wynne-Jones IP’s Jayne Nation.