Entries in ‘May 2012’ (11)

CAMPAIGN OF THE MONTH: Redakai, Spin Master
Wednesday, 9th May 2012 at 3:15 pm

CAMPAIGN OF THE MONTH: Redakai, Spin Master

The firm’s new boys’ action property – which features Blast3D technology to bring the characters to life and stackable gameplay – is being backed by a heavyweight campaign covering sampling, TV, online and in-store…

SECTOR GUIDE: Dolls
Wednesday, 9th May 2012 at 5:42 pm

SECTOR GUIDE: Dolls

Despite being one of the most traditional parts of the girls toy market, doll sales remain strong, with many new innovations, interactive features and licensing deals in the sector. We find out what’s new.

THE BIG INTERVIEW: Wendy Hill, Senior Marketing Manager, Mattel
Friday, 11th May 2012 at 10:43 am

THE BIG INTERVIEW: Wendy Hill, Senior Marketing Manager, Mattel

It saw 14 per cent growth last year, but there’s no resting on its laurels for Fisher-Price, with new marketing communication and positioning helping to boost the brand further.

HERO PRODUCT: Chloe's Closet range, Golden Bear
Tuesday, 15th May 2012 at 10:32 am

HERO PRODUCT: Chloe's Closet range, Golden Bear

Chloe’s Closet hit TV screens in May 2011 and has quickly emerged as one of the top licences for girls. Golden Bear is planning a new toy collection for launch in August...

TALKING SHOP: Messenger Enterprises
Tuesday, 15th May 2012 at 10:36 am

TALKING SHOP: Messenger Enterprises

Jason and Emma Messenger bought their first toy shop eight years ago – today, the pair own seven Toymaster stores, the most recent of which is Hamlins in Berkhampstead. Lewis Tyler speaks to MD Jason Messenger...

Mum's the word: May
Friday, 18th May 2012 at 11:10 am

Mum's the word: May

Katie Roberts finds out about getting kids active from Mumsnetters and Facebook users.

TOYMASTER 2012: Show guide
Friday, 18th May 2012 at 1:27 pm

TOYMASTER 2012: Show guide

Find out what over 70 suppliers will have on offer at The Majestic...

Star turns
Monday, 21st May 2012 at 11:39 am

Star turns

We find out what it takes to turn toys into TV stars and ask: could an appearance on a top show be the most valuable form of toy PR?

SECTOR GUIDE: Action Vehicles
Friday, 25th May 2012 at 11:14 am

SECTOR GUIDE: Action Vehicles

New innovations - such as the introduction of interactive app elements - are helping to keep the action vehicles sector buoyant. We takes a look at what some of the key firms have planned for this year.

DUBIT: Summer time
Tuesday, 29th May 2012 at 5:30 pm

DUBIT: Summer time

Research carried out by youth research specialist, Dubit, shows that kids across the UK have embraced both the London 2012 and Euro 2012 logos.

LICENSOR PROFILE: CreaCon
Wednesday, 30th May 2012 at 2:04 pm

LICENSOR PROFILE: CreaCon

CreaCon’s City of Friends has been a runaway hit in its native Norway and is now making its mark in the UK pre-school sector. But can this success on screen translate into on-shelf sales?

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