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People of Play Announce Winners of the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs)

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Lundi, novembre 6, 2023
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Almost 350 attendees from 20 countries gathered to honor the winners of People of Play (POP)’s Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs).

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  • Almost 350 attendees from 20 countries gathered to honor the winners of People of Play (POP)’s Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs).
  • “The evening was celebratory and entertaining,” said Mary Couzin, President of People of Play.
  • A one-stop source of community for industry professionals, aspiring inventors and people of all ages who love to play, POP hosts a wide range of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the TAGIE Awards, Young Inventor Challenge, Toy & Game Inventor Pitch & Innovation Conference, POP Wiki and People of Play Holiday Guide.
  • Founded in 2008, the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs) celebrate the outstanding achievements of toy and game industry leaders from around the world, by honoring masters of innovation and invention.

MEDIA ALERT: PEOPLE OF PLAY’S CHICAGO TOY AND GAME FAIR

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023
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-- Interactive booths with the hottest holiday toys and games from Box Blox, ChattySnaps, Cut.com, Duncan Toys, E-Blox, Flybar, Good Soul Brands, Gray Matters Games, Happy Camper Live, M&M Funky Stuff, MAGNA-TILES, Marmals, PlusPlus, Popular Playthings, Squaregles, The Pencil Grip, TOMY, Top Secret Toys, Yogibo and many more. Consumers can do their holiday shopping for the kiddos right on site!

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  • Kick off the holiday shopping season at the 21st annual Chicago Toy and Game Fair!
  • Presented by People of Play (POP), the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (CHITAG) is the largest toy and game fair open to the public in North America!
  • Many of the winning inventions have been licensed by these global companies and can be found on store shelves today!
  • - and try your hand at the Big Dice Shooter Game!

People Of Play's 15th Annual Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (The TAGIEs) is Back in a New Venue with Incredible Line-Up pf Honorees, Surprises & Entertainment

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Jeudi, octobre 27, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play, the organization known for championing toy and game innovators around the world, will honor outstanding achievements at the 15th Annual Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (The TAGIEs) on November 19, 2022. Under the theme "The Great Reconnect" and sponsored by Disney, Oxford Games, Mattel, The Michael Kohner Corporation, Hasbro, TOMY, Longshore and Nextoy, the evening's festivities, which kick-off at 6:00pm, will take place for the first time at the Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago. The 1800's historic building which was once a church has become a cultural hub for art, entertainment and events. The after-party will begin immediately after the TAGIEs inside The Catacombs beneath the hall.

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  • The 1800's historic building which was once a church has become a cultural hub for art, entertainment and events.
  • This year's Lifetime Achievement Award will go to a trio of recipients whose families have established legacies in the toy and game industry.
  • The final Lifetime Achievement Award will be given to Leslie Scott, the inventor of more than 40 games, most notably Jenga.
  • Founded in 2008, the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (The TAGIEs) celebrate the outstanding achievements of toy and game industry leaders from around the world, by honoring masters of innovation and invention.

People of Play Announces the The Winners of the Annual Young Inventor Challenge

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Lundi, novembre 22, 2021
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CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) are honored to announce the winners of the 2021 Young Inventor Challenge.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) are honored to announce the winners of the 2021 Young Inventor Challenge.
  • The opportunity to help guide and mentor them is extremely rewarding," said Jazmine Darden, Co-Director of the Young Inventor Challenge.
  • "These kids are the future of the toy and game industry," said Karen Luciana, Co-Director of the Young Inventor Challenge.
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.

People of Play Announce Winners of the 2021 Toy And Game International Excellence Awards

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Samedi, novembre 20, 2021
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The TAGIE Awards are part of People of Play Week (November 15-20) which includes the Toy & Game International Innovation Summit, POP Duo Keynotes Legends & Leaders, Networking in the POP Pub Rooms, the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, and the Young Inventor Challenge.

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  • The TAGIE Awards are part of People of Play Week (November 15-20) which includes the Toy & Game International Innovation Summit, POP Duo Keynotes Legends & Leaders, Networking in the POP Pub Rooms, the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, and the Young Inventor Challenge.
  • A one-stop source of community for industry professionals, aspiring inventors and people of all ages who love to play, People of Play hosts a wide range of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the Toy & Game International Summit, POP-pedia and the People of Play Foundation.
  • Founded in 2008, the Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs) celebrate the outstanding achievements of toy and game industry leaders from around the world, by honoring masters of innovation and invention.
  • The TAGIEs are hosted in the fall in conjunction with the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair and the Toy & Game Inventor Conferences.

People of Play (POP) Week Kicks Off On November 15th With Full Virtual Schedule

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Lundi, novembre 15, 2021
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CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) today kicked off the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP) today kicked off the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.
  • "We're bringing our industry and other entertainment industries together in new and exciting ways to share ideas and cross pollinate.
  • Virtual POP Week runs from November 15-20.
  • Move over Oscars, Emmy's, CMA... the Toy and Game International Excellence Awards are taking the VIRTUAL center stage!

New Superstars Added to the Pop Duos Lineup at the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference

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Vendredi, novembre 12, 2021
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CHICAGO, Nov. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP), is announcing the second wave of remarkable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP), is announcing the second wave of remarkable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.
  • Watch parties will be held across the globe as the toy industry toasts and celebrates their colleagues.
  • Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs): With crazy stunts, animation, heartfelt tributes, suspense, joy and solid gold entertainment!
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.

People of Play (POP) Announces Virtual POP Week Schedule

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Jeudi, octobre 28, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP) announced today their official schedule for the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --People of Play (POP) announced today their official schedule for the Virtual POP Week, running from November 15 - 20, 2021.
  • The week includes The Toy & Game International Innovation Summit, POP Duo Keynotes Legends & Leaders, Networking in the POP Pub Rooms, Entertainment on the Fair Stages, TAGIE Awards, and Young Inventors Challenge.
  • Virtual POP Week runs from November 15-20.
  • People of Play (POP) celebrates and empowers toy and game innovation worldwide by providing educational opportunities, recognition and community for industry professionals, amateur inventors and people of all ages who love to play.

5 Days Left to Enter the Young Inventor Challenge Hosted by People of Play

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Mardi, octobre 26, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Young Inventor Challenge (YIC) creates a space for young inventors to create, present and connect with toy industry professionals.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Young Inventor Challenge (YIC) creates a space for young inventors to create, present and connect with toy industry professionals.
  • People of Play (POP) is accepting entries for five more days, closing on October 31st.
  • "Everyone involved in the Young INventor Challenge is constantly inspired by these kids, from the toy professionals, to the parents and teachers who cheered them on along the way."
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.

People Of Play Announce Lineup For Annual Toy & Game International Innovation Conference Featuring New Pop Duos - Leaders, Legends & Celebrities

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Jeudi, octobre 21, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP), is excited to announce the first wave of notable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- People of Play (POP), is excited to announce the first wave of notable speakers and keynotes for the Toy & Game International Innovation Conference held on November 15-19.
  • Watch parties will be held across the globe as the toy industry toasts and celebrates their colleagues.
  • Toy & Game International Excellence Awards (TAGIEs): With crazy stunts, animation, heartfelt tributes, suspense, joy and solid gold entertainment!
  • People of Play oversees a number of events including the Chicago Toy & Game (CHITAG) Fair, the Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, the Young Inventor Challenge, the New Inventor Conference, the Professional Inventors Conference, Play in Education Conference, the Bloom Report and the People of Play Foundation.