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CANADA'S BIG-ON-BOOKS TOY STORE: TOYS"R"US CANADA ANNOUNCES MAJOR BOOK EXPANSION

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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TORONTO, April 7, 2022 /CNW/ -Toys"R"Us Canada has long been the dedicated specialty retailer of toys and baby products.

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  • TORONTO, April 7, 2022 /CNW/ -Toys"R"Us Canada has long been the dedicated specialty retailer of toys and baby products.
  • "Fostering a lifetime's passion for reading and books is hugely important to all of us at Penguin Random House Canada.
  • This expansion is part of Toys"R"Us Canada's commitment to serving families by bringing a broad and deep selection of books and toys together in one exciting space.
  • Toys"R"Us and Babies"R"Us are registered trademarks owned by Toys"R"Us (Canada) Ltd. All rights reserved.

Kidsland Joins Forces with Microsoft to Accelerate and Be a Leader in Digital Transformation

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Articles, Marketing, Retailers, Toy store, FAO Schwarz, Digital transformation, Business model, Schwarz, Lego, Online shopping

Despite the challenging business environment this year, Kidsland has always been keeping up with market developments and pursuing digital transformation.

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  • Despite the challenging business environment this year, Kidsland has always been keeping up with market developments and pursuing digital transformation.
  • Ultimately, Kidsland aims to transform into a data-driven, customer-centric platform and digitalized organization that connects with suppliers, business partners and end-consumers.
  • Moving forward, Kidsland will continue to elevate its corporate resilience and leverage technology to reshape business models, accelerate the pace of digital transformation, and promote the advancement of China's toy industry through innovation.
  • Currently, its self-operated offline retail system includes "Kidsland Toy Store", "LEGO Certified Store", "FAO Schwarz" flagship store and kkplus.

Ready, Set, Shop: The Toy Insider Experts Offer Week-by-Week Guide with Tips to Win the 2019 Holiday Shopping Season

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Thursday, November 14, 2019
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"We're all busy and holiday shopping definitely gets away from the best of us, no matter how early we promise ourselves we'll start," says Laurie Schacht, Chief Toy Officer, the Toy Insider.

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  • "We're all busy and holiday shopping definitely gets away from the best of us, no matter how early we promise ourselves we'll start," says Laurie Schacht, Chief Toy Officer, the Toy Insider.
  • At the Toy Insider, we're here to help you take the stress out of buying gifts so you can relax and enjoy the holidays."
  • For high-resolution product photography and broadcast-quality B-roll footage ofthe Toy Insidertoy trends, holiday gift guide, and website, click here .
  • The Toy Insider's Three-Week Holiday Toy Shopping Guide:
    Know what toys should cost: There's plenty of time to do some research!

Hudson Group Celebrates Expansion into Indianapolis International Airport with the Opening of Several New Stores Including Iconic FAO Schwarz Toy Store

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Monday, October 28, 2019
MEN, Retail, Other Travel, Travel, Consumer, Luxury, Air, Discount, Variety, Convenience store, Transport, Children, Specialty, Women, Fashion, Economy, Retailers, FAO Schwarz, Retailing, LaGuardia Airport, Toy store, Hudson Group, Schwarz, Tumi Inc., Retail, Vineyard Vines

The concepts include well-known travel and luxury retail brands FAO Schwarz, Tumi, Vineyard Vines, Ink, Hudson and tailored local staple Pitstop by Hudson.

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  • The concepts include well-known travel and luxury retail brands FAO Schwarz, Tumi, Vineyard Vines, Ink, Hudson and tailored local staple Pitstop by Hudson.
  • Hudson Group and FAO Schwarz previously unveiled the toy stores first airport location at LaGuardia International Airport in December 2018, and the leading travel retail and toy store brands are continuing to deliver a one of a kind experience to the Indianapolis area.
  • When the project is complete, Hudson Groups newest store concepts inside Indianapolis International Airport will include:
    FAO Schwarz: The worlds most famous, iconic toy store has provided magical experiences for children and adults alike for over 150 years.
  • Not to mention, the new Hudson location at the Indianapolis International Airport will mark the brands largest retail store!

Shop Local And Celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day Nationwide On November 9

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Industries, Retailers, Toy store, Shopping, Companies, American Specialty Toy Retailing Association, Learning store

CHICAGO, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Neighborhood toy stores and specialty toy retailers across the country will celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day on November 9, 2019.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Neighborhood toy stores and specialty toy retailers across the country will celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day on November 9, 2019.
  • "A decade ago, ASTRA launched Neighborhood Toy Store Day to celebrate stores in the community, showcase the value of shopping local, and demonstrate the joy of play throughout the ages," said Kimberly Mosley, president of ASTRA.
  • In neighborhood toy stores, shoppers can enjoy the expertise of local toy store owners, a high quality selection of the best toys and games and a tailored and personal shopping experience that is tailored for the best kind of play for each family."
  • Visit astratoy.org to find an ASTRA-approved speciality toy retailer or neighborhood toy store nearby.

Tru Kids Brands™ and b8ta Announce the Appointment of Jamie Uitdenhowen as President

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
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PARSIPPANY, N.J.and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tru Kids Brands ("Tru Kids"), the proud parent of the Toys"R"Us brand, and b8ta announced today that toy industry veteran Jamie Uitdenhowen has been named President of Toy Retail Showrooms, LLC, the new joint venture that operates and manages the Toys"R"Us stores in the United States.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J.and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tru Kids Brands ("Tru Kids"), the proud parent of the Toys"R"Us brand, and b8ta announced today that toy industry veteran Jamie Uitdenhowen has been named President of Toy Retail Showrooms, LLC, the new joint venture that operates and manages the Toys"R"Us stores in the United States.
  • Uitdenhowen joins Toys"R"Us from Party City, where he served as Chief Merchandising Officer managing all merchandising, planning and pricing activities for the company's North American business.
  • Prior to that, he served as Vice President, General Manager for Toys"R"Us, Inc., overseeing all merchandising decisions for Toys"R"Us.
  • Toy Retail Showrooms, LLC is a joint venture between Tru Kids Brands, the parent of the Toys"R"Us brand, and b8ta, the software-powered experiential retailer.

FAO Schwarz Returns to New York With A New Flagship Toy Store

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Friday, November 16, 2018
Economy, United Nations, FAO Schwarz, Food and drink, Toy store, Food and Agriculture Organization, Schwarz

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --FAO Schwarz opens its doors today with a new flagship location in New York City.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --FAO Schwarz opens its doors today with a new flagship location in New York City.
  • FAO Schwarz toy soldiers are stationed outside of the 49th street entrance, outfitted in brand new uniforms designed by International Supermodel Gigi Hadid.
  • More than a toy store, FAO Schwarz is a place of imagination and discovery.
  • FAO Schwarz will have over 140 employees all which were hand-picked to bring the magic of FAO Schwarz to every customer.

FAO Schwarz, The World's Most Famous Toy Store, Announces New York Flagship Opening Date And International Expansion Plans

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Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Economy, FAO Schwarz, Food and drink, Trade, Toy store, ThreeSixty, Schwarz, El Corte Inglés, Food and Agriculture Organization

Expansion plans include:

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  • Expansion plans include:
    In partnership with Canada's Hudson's Bay, all 89 stores across the country will open permanent FAO Schwarz shops, ranging in size from 300 to 1,000 square feet.
  • Spain's El Corte Ingles will open an FAO Schwarz pop-up in Madrid in early November 2018 through the holidays.
  • "The expansion to these countries further exemplifies FAO Schwarz as a global kids lifestyle brand," said David Conn, CEO of ThreeSixty Brands, owners of FAO Schwarz.
  • A visit to FAO Schwarz meant much more than a trip to a toy store and it will again.

FAO Schwarz, The World's Most Famous Toy Store, Announces New York Flagship Opening Date And International Expansion Plans

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Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Economy, FAO Schwarz, Food and drink, Trade, Toy store, Schwarz, Food and Agriculture Organization, El Corte Inglés, ThreeSixty

NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, world-famous FAO Schwarz is announcing their international expansion plans as well as November 16th as the official opening date of the New York City flagship store located at 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, world-famous FAO Schwarz is announcing their international expansion plans as well as November 16th as the official opening date of the New York City flagship store located at 30 Rockefeller Plaza.
  • Spain's El Corte Ingles will open an FAO Schwarz pop-up in Madrid in early November 2018 through the holidays.
  • "The expansion to these countries further exemplifies FAO Schwarz as a global kids lifestyle brand," said David Conn, CEO of ThreeSixty Brands, owners of FAO Schwarz.
  • A visit to FAO Schwarz meant much more than a trip to a toy store and it will again.

Local Toy Retailers Will Thrive In Wake Of Toys 'R' Us Closure

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Friday, April 20, 2018
Economy, Business, Toy industry, Marketing, American Specialty Toy Retailing Association, Toy store, Toys "R" Us, Astra, Retail, Learning store

CHICAGO, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) today predicted that 2018 will be the best year yet for neighborhood toy stores nationwide as consumers flock to these stores in the wake of the closure of Toys 'R' Us.

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  • CHICAGO, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) today predicted that 2018 will be the best year yet for neighborhood toy stores nationwide as consumers flock to these stores in the wake of the closure of Toys 'R' Us.
  • "Many grownup "Toys 'R' Us kids" are feeling nostalgic, but the magic is still there if you look in the right place," said Kimberly Mosley, President of ASTRA.
  • An exceptional customer shopping experience, including expert advice and the opportunity to actually play, experience and use the products.
  • Founded in 1992, the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) is an international not-for-profit trade organization that serves more than 1,800 independent retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives in the specialty toy industry.