Interviews

We caught up with Michele to find out more about her plans for the iconic toy brand – and why she believes great design is the key to creating magic when it comes to licensing.

We caught up with Harrie to learn more about his history in the toy space, the role of wishlists and why a career in design has informed how he works with inventors.

Elizabeth Moody – Senior Vice President of Business Development at Seven Towns – talks pitching, creativity and why building strong relationships is key to success.

Eolo’s Alex Prieto talks about growing up in toys, smiling on and why he makes fun product videos.

Michael Rinzler – Executive VP and Partner at Jazwares – talks us through building the Yankees of Inventor Relations and why inventors are vital to the firm’s plans moving forward.

We caught up with Jude to delve into his approach to design, where he finds inspiration and what his time at LEGO taught him about working in the play space.

We caught up with Courtney to learn more about the origins of the company and find out about why its new range of games marks something of an evolution for the firm.

So Sound’s Toy and Game Designer Sam Roberts talks cats, coffee and coming up with ideas.

Nikki Bauman discusses Fisher-Price’s process, inventor relations, and killing creativity.

Christine Nicholls of Golden Bear on family values, being bold and moving forward.