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TCA Alumni, Toy Mentor, Toy Inventor, Toy Entrepreneur Khazeema Choudhary TCA Alumni, Toy Mentor, Toy Inventor, Toy Entrepreneur Khazeema Choudhary

Your Ultimate Guide to Creating A Best Selling Toy Is Waiting For You: Toy Creators Academy

Creating toys is not just a business—it's a blend of imagination, engineering, and marketing skills. If you have a brilliant toy idea but have no clue how to turn it into a reality, then Toy Creators Academy is the perfect place to start your journey in the toy industry. If you're unsure as to whether this program is the right fit for you, keep on reading to learn more!

Toy Creators Academy is an innovative educational platform designed specifically for aspiring toy creators. It provides a wealth of resources, including expert-led courses, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Whether you're a novice or someone with a few projects under your belt, the academy aims to nurture creativity and equip you with the skills necessary to succeed in the toy industry.

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Case Study: XOX! Share The Love

In a world that often feels more divided than ever, Lynn Herring set out on a mission to help people reconnect through the power of art. Leaving behind her successful career at an advertising firm and her dream home in Woodstock, NY, she persevered to design a game that would bring joy and connection into the lives of others. Her invention, XOX! Share the Love, is a fun and strategic coffee table game that serves as both a challenge and a piece of modern art - a game that might be easy to learn but challenging to master, making it so you can't help but want to play again and again.

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Behind the Scenes of Toy Pitching: Insights from a Former Toys R Us Toy Designer

Have you ever wondered how toy inventors pitch their ideas to executives in major toy companies like Toys R Us? The process might be more personal and varied than you think! This article will give you a deep dive into insights from Azhelle Wade, aka The Toy Coach, who spent almost three years working at Toys R Us as a design manager and a product development manager. Here's a glimpse into her journey at Toys R Us and the key details that could help you get ahead when it comes to pitching your ideas in the toy industry.

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Should You Start A Doll Line? How This Photographer Started A Doll Business With Zero Experience In The Toy Industry

Joeydolls celebrates Asian heritage and culture by producing a high quality, and authentically representative toy line. Now available in 19 stores across the world, you may be surprised to know that this small toy business began during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and was funded by 1 powerhouse mom, Samantha Ong. The brand has won three awards for its effort towards creating more inclusivity and diversity during a period of Asian-hate, has just paired up with five new retailers to make its diverse, award-winning dolls more readily available to the public.

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