Posted on 18th March 2024
By Billy Langsworthy

Industry figures hope to put their biggest pet peeves in Room 101 at this year’s Play Creators Conference.
Taking part this year are:
- Alpesh Patel, VP of Global Toy Design, TOMY
- Lauren Geach, Senior Concept Designer, Moose Toys
- Erik Quam, VP of New Product and Business Development, SMART Toys and Games
All three will try to convince the host – Mojo Nation writer Deej Johnson – that their industry pet hate deserves consigning to Room 101… Never to see the light of day again!
This year’s Play Creators Conference is taking place at London’s Stamford Bridge Stadium on Wednesday, June 26th.
To book your ticket, head to: https://playcreatorsconference.co.uk/product/play-creators-conference-ticket/
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