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Episode #189: How To Pitch With Pizzazz at New York Toy Fair with Barry and Jason
Maya Angelou once said, “At the end of the day people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.”
So tell me this, at your last pitch meeting, how did you make your guest feel?
In today’s podcast episode I sat down for a hilarious and informative chat with Barry and Jason. During this call, Barry and Jason share their journey inventing and ultimately licensing the TOTY nominate, Game Night In A Can. In between jokes and chuckles you’ll get invaluable tid-bits on pitching with pizzazz, reading body language of those you’re pitching to, and where this duo finds their inspiration.
A strong takeaway in this episode is the lesson to focus on the experience of the end user before you focus on the marketability of a product. Wondering why you should you do that? Well, you’ll have to dive into today’s episode to find out.
#188: You're Invited To Hasbro's FIRST Ever Women Innovators of Play Event
The biggest game company in the world is walking the talk with their first ever Women Innovators of Play Event, and YOU are invited. In this episode of Making It in The Toy Industry, The Toy Coach sit's down to chat with Tanya Thompson, the Senior Director of Inventor Relations and External Innovation for Hasbro Gaming. With over 16 years of experience in the toy and game industry, Tanya is a true luminary, having received the prestigious 2023 IDIOT (International Designer and Inventor of Toys) award and numerous other major awards and nominations.This episode focuses on an upcoming Hasbro event designed to educate, celebrate and support Women Innovators in the toy industry. Tanya's dedication to supporting inventors shines through as she talks about her involvement in the Hasbro Women's Innovators of Play Event—an initiative aimed at bringing more women innovators into the industry. Hit play on this podcast and you'll quickly discover why this live event is more than just a webinar; it's a virtual experience offering a deep dive into the toy industry's inner workings. We'lll go over the run of show, the impressive lineup of speakers, and offer advice on how to prepare.Whether you're an aspiring toy inventor or a seasoned industry professional, this episode is a must-listen, and the Hasbro Women Innovators of Play Event is a MUST attend.