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IZEA Named a Finalist in Global Social Media Awards

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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ORLANDO, Fla., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA ), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced it has been shortlisted in the Best Social Influencer Campaign category of the 2024 Global Social Media Awards for its campaign with Ravensburger, a game, puzzle and toy maker.

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ORLANDO, Fla., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA ), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced it has been shortlisted in the Best Social Influencer Campaign category of the 2024 Global Social Media Awards for its campaign with Ravensburger, a game, puzzle and toy maker.
“We are proud to be named a finalist in the Global Social Media Awards for our campaign with Ravensburger,” said Ted Murphy, IZEA CEO and founder.
We believe that our innovative approach to content creation, along with our collaboration with influencers who embody the brand's values, resonated with the target audience and made this campaign a success.”
The Global Social Media Awards recognize the best in social media marketing from around the world.
To work with IZEA as either an influencer or a marketer, visit izea.com .

Global Tabletop Games Market Poised for Steady Growth, Fueled by Resurgence in Analog Entertainment - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

In 2023, the global tabletop games market was valued at $23.58 billion and is expected to reach $37.11 billion by 2028.

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In 2023, the global tabletop games market was valued at $23.58 billion and is expected to reach $37.11 billion by 2028.
The rising preference for games like board games, card games, and strategy-based games, particularly among millennials, has contributed to the growing demand for tabletop games.
The global tabletop games market is segmented as follows:
By Type: The market includes three segments: Board Games, Puzzles, and Playing Cards.
Leading companies in the tabletop games market include Ravensburger, Mattel, Inc., Buffalo Games, Goliath Games, LLC, Hasbro Inc., Asmodee, CMON Games, North Star Games, Zobmondo, and Grey Fox Games.

The Only Toy Show on the East Coast in 2024 Launches in February

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Friday, December 8, 2023

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The only toy trade show on the East Coast in 2024 will be launching February 11 – 13 2024 in Springfield, MA. Designed to bring manufacturers, retailers, buyers and key accounts together in February, NETS will fulfill the void left by Toy Fair in the first quarter of the year.

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The only toy trade show on the East Coast in 2024 will be launching February 11 – 13 2024 in Springfield, MA.
SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The only toy trade show on the East Coast in 2024 will be launching February 11 – 13 2024 in Springfield, MA.
Designed to bring manufacturers, retailers, buyers and key accounts together in February, NETS will fulfill the void left by Toy Fair in the first quarter of the year.
"We are answering the requests of our specialty toy retailers and key accounts and giving them a convenient Northeastern location for all of their 2024 purchasing needs."

What's Trending in the Toy Box? The Toy Insider™ Experts Dish on What's Hot to Help Holiday Shoppers Find Toys Sure to "Wow" Kids and Kidults

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

 NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Insider, the toy industry's most influential organization and a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, revealed the top toy trends of 2023 and expert toy picks from each trend for effortless holiday shopping. As inflation persists in toy aisles this holiday season, consumers should prepare to add a couple more dollars to their budget and shop early to find trending toys at the best price.

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"We're seeing trusted classics—dolls, stuffed animals, active toys and activity kits—undergo a modern-day renaissance for today's kids.
Plus, a rapidly growing assortment of options for adults proves grown-ups just want to have fun, too!"
Shoppers can choose from a wide range of trending toys, with something for every budget, using The Toy Insider's 18th annual Holiday Gift Guide .
More grownups are playing with toys than ever, and toy companies are making toys with kids at heart in mind.

Ello, World’s Most Advanced AI Reading Coach, Raises $15M Series A

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ello , developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading coach, announced today that it has secured its Series A funding.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ello , developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading coach, announced today that it has secured its Series A funding.
Leading Ello’s $15M Series A is Goodwater Capital, with major participation from Homebrew (returning investors), Reed Hastings, Common Sense Growth, and Ravensburger.
“Ello is tackling the issue of child literacy head on, leveraging AI to solve the reading challenges kids face, through a fun, engaging 1:1 reading coach,” said Coddy Johnson, Partner at Goodwater Capital.
Ello wholeheartedly champions the Science of Reading approach, which places an emphasis on equipping children with the essential decoding skills required for reading mastery.

Global Board Games Market Share, Size, Trends, & Forecast Report 2023-2032 Featuring Hasbro, Mattel, WinGo, Facade Games, LUDFACT, Masters Games, Kickstarter, Goliath, Ravensburger, & PAI

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

With the widespread use of the internet, board games go digital, expanding reach and providing new experiences.

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With the widespread use of the internet, board games go digital, expanding reach and providing new experiences.
The internet revolutionizes the board game market, allowing people to research, purchase, and play board games online.
Licensing agreements with well-known film and television brands bring popular story arcs and character updates to board games.
The global players include Hasbro, Buffalo Games, Mattel, WinGo, Facade Games, NSF Board Games, LUDFACT, Masters Games, Kickstarter, Goliath, Ravensburger, Grand Prix International & PAI Partners.

Upper Deck Sues Ravensburger Over Stolen Game

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

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CARLSBAD, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in sports and entertainment games and collectibles, sues Ravensburger and a previous Upper Deck game designer for stealing and copying Upper Deck's original game which Ravensburger repackaged and marketed as Lorcana.

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CARLSBAD, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Upper Deck, the worldwide leader in sports and entertainment games and collectibles, sues Ravensburger and a previous Upper Deck game designer for stealing and copying Upper Deck's original game which Ravensburger repackaged and marketed as Lorcana.
"We invested significant time and resources to develop a new and novel trading card game.
Our current leadership values the importance of protecting intellectual property of both Upper Deck and its licensors," said Upper Deck President Jason Masherah.
"We want gamers and fans to continue enjoying and having access to unique, innovative and immersive trading card games," added Masherah.

Global Board Games Market Report 2022: Mobile Applications as Part of the Gaming Experience Gain Traction - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

The demand for traditional tabletop games is anticipated to increase as playing cards and board games become more and more common as recreational activities.

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The demand for traditional tabletop games is anticipated to increase as playing cards and board games become more and more common as recreational activities.
Global Board Games Market is segmented on the basis of Game Type, Distribution channel, Game theme, and region.
Based on region, the global Board Games market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and MEA.
Vendors use mobile applications to help with gameplay in addition to porting popular board game versions to mobile platforms.

RAVENSBURGER AG EXPANDS EXECUTIVE BENCH STRENGTH - FILIP FRANCKE TO DRIVE WORLDWIDE EXPANSION AS GLOBAL HEAD OF GAMES, STEPHANE MADI APPOINTED CEO OF RAVENSBURGER NORTH AMERICA

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

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PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ravensburger AG, one of the world's leading makers of toys, puzzles, and games, today announced an expansion to their executive structure. Filip Francke will lead the company's rapidly growing gaming division as Global Head of Games. His role within Ravensburger AG will expand to focus on all the company's gaming ventures, including the company's highly anticipated entry into the billion-dollar trading card game (TCG) market later this year with Disney Lorcana. Concurrently, Stephane Madi, formerly Head of Ravensburger Canada, has been named as CEO of Ravensburger North America, where he will oversee the company's portfolio and operations in the United States and Canada.

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Filip Francke will lead the company's rapidly growing gaming division as Global Head of Games.
Concurrently, Stephane Madi, formerly Head of Ravensburger Canada, has been named as CEO of Ravensburger North America, where he will oversee the company's portfolio and operations in the United States and Canada.
Francke has served as CEO of Ravensburger North America since joining the company in 2017 from Helly Hansen and added the title of Global Head of Games in 2019.
In his new role, Madi will oversee Ravensburger AG's portfolio of brands in the United States and Canada, including Ravensburger, BRIO, ThinkFun and Wonder Forge.

Global Toy Market (2022 to 2027) - Featuring Bandai Namco Entertainment, Dream International, Hasbro and Jakks Pacific Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, October 31, 2022

This report attempts at analysing the global scenarios, trends and patterns that are shaping up this USD 130 Billion.

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This report attempts at analysing the global scenarios, trends and patterns that are shaping up this USD 130 Billion.
In-order to identify the market dynamics from different angles, the publisher sliced the market into relevant segments.
The segmentation done are on the basis of age group, the range of product line and the sales channels in the market.
The age group is categorised into 0-8-year-old age group, 9-15-year-old age group and above 15-year-old age group.