Toys & Games

“In Tobias, we have found not only an outstanding business leader, but also someone who understands tonies’ vision, shares our values, and understands the importance of the tonies culture,” said tonies co-founder Marcus Stahl.

“YouTube is the ideal stage to bring everyone’s favourite Smashlings to life and connect with the younger digital generation,” said Mellany Welsh, VP of Nelvana Enterprises & Kids Can Press.

“Our strategy on the licensing side was to lean into what fans wanted – really authentic product with a genuine connection to the game,” said Fée Heyer, Head of Global Licensing & Partnerships at Devolver Digital.

“We’ve got a lot more collectibles planned for launch during the first half of 2024, including classic vehicles from other shows,” said Anderson Entertainment MD Jamie Anderson.

As we preview a brand-new card from the upcoming Disney Lorcana: Rise of the Floodborn, artist Matthew Robert Davies discusses illustrating for Ravensburger’s acclaimed TCG.

“Creating Monster High versions of these beloved characters is a scream come true,” said Mattel’s Rebecca Shipman.

Matt Christianson – Games Category Lead for Prospero Hall/Funko Games – discusses designing a game to make pulses pound.

The 2024 UK Toy Inventors’ Dinner will take place on Wednesday, January 24th at The Queen’s Club in West Kensington.

Ted, Keeley and Rebecca star in the line-up, with each doll designed by Mattel’s Suim Noh.

“The licensing of toys is keeping the sector in great shape as we move into the all-important Q4 holiday period,” said Melissa Symonds, UK Toys Director for Circana.