Fisher-Price

Mattel Creations Celebrates Super Bowl LVIII With Exclusive Fisher-Price® Little People Collector™, Barbie®, and UNO® Championship Collectibles

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

With the Super Bowl fast approaching, Mattel Creations is kicking off the competition with three NFL and NFL Players Association officially licensed Super Bowl LVIII collectibles to celebrate this year’s championship team.

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  • With the Super Bowl fast approaching, Mattel Creations is kicking off the competition with three NFL and NFL Players Association officially licensed Super Bowl LVIII collectibles to celebrate this year’s championship team.
  • All three made-to-order Super Bowl LVIII collector sets are exclusively available at MattelCreations.com/thebiggame ; only the winning team’s orders will be fulfilled1.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240130316050/en/
    Mattel Creations celebrates Super Bowl LVIII with exclusive Fisher-Price® Little People Collector™, Barbie®, and UNO® Championship collectibles.
  • The Super Bowl LVIII UNO Fandom deck (MSRP $12) honors the 2024 Super Bowl champion, with premium packaging featuring the team’s official logo, cards featuring team players, and one collectible foil card in every deck.

BARINGTON CAPITAL CALLS FOR STEPS TO ACCELERATE SHAREHOLDER VALUE CREATION AT MATTEL

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Friday, February 2, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Barington Capital Group L.P. and its affiliates ("Barington"), a fundamental, value-oriented activist investor which is a shareholder of Mattel, Inc. ("Mattel" or the "Company"), sent a letter to Ynon Kreiz, Executive Chairman & CEO of Mattel, calling for immediate actions to create long-term value for shareholders.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Barington Capital Group L.P. and its affiliates ("Barington"), a fundamental, value-oriented activist investor which is a shareholder of Mattel, Inc. ("Mattel" or the "Company"), sent a letter to Ynon Kreiz, Executive Chairman & CEO of Mattel, calling for immediate actions to create long-term value for shareholders.
  • However, the long decline at both Fisher-Price and American suggests that Mattel may not be the right owner of these brands.
  • We believe that these brands are now detracting from the success at Mattel's other segments and hurting shareholder value."
  • We advocate that Mattel immediately authorize $2.0 billion of share repurchases and commence an accelerated share repurchase program equal to the value of free cash flow delivered in 2023."

RELATABLE TAPS COOKBOOK MEDIA'S ROB BENCAL IN STRATEGIC MOVE TO EXPAND LICENSING & BRAND PARTNERSHIPS

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Relatable, a Gen Z and Millennial focused entertainment company and leading manufacturer of the viral card game sensation What Do You Meme?, has partnered with Rob Bencal, co-founder of premier global franchise management agency Cookbook Media, as an executive licensing consultant to create new opportunities and relationships with IP owners, studios and brands in the entertainment and consumer packaged goods industry. Building on previous successful licensing partnerships with Paramount Consumer Products (SpongeBob SquarePants), Warner Bros. Consumer Products (Friends The Television Series and Seinfeld), and Jazwares (Squishmallows), Bencal will be instrumental in growing Retable's licensed business and expanding opportunities for the company with new partnerships and collaborations across games and other categories such as wellness and lifestyle products.

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  • Bencal serves as premiere licensing consultant to foster connections for leading entertainment-driven consumer products company.
  • With the acquisition of HiT Entertainment, Bencal also managed the digital content strategy, media partnerships and content distribution for Mattel's portfolio of brands, including Barbie, Thomas & Friends, Fisher-Price and American Girl.
  • "We've had some great successes to date and can't wait to see what's next now that we have Rob on board."
  • For licensing and partnership inquiries, please visit relatable.com or contact Rob Bencal.

Fisher-Price® Celebrates Football Fandom in a Big Way With the New Little People Collector™ NFL Series Featuring All 32 NFL Teams

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Monday, August 21, 2023

And, today, there’s even more reason for fans to celebrate their passion with the launch of the NFL and NFL Players Association officially-licensed Fisher-Price® Little People Collector™ NFL Series , representing all 32 franchise teams and a wide selection of players.

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  • And, today, there’s even more reason for fans to celebrate their passion with the launch of the NFL and NFL Players Association officially-licensed Fisher-Price® Little People Collector™ NFL Series , representing all 32 franchise teams and a wide selection of players.
  • All 32 sets in the new Little People Collector NFL series retail for $25 and are available for purchase exclusively at mattelcreations.com .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230821535603/en/
    Fisher-Price® celebrates football fandom in a big way with the new Little People Collector™ NFL Series featuring all 32 NFL teams (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Our 2023 Little People Collector NFL Series celebrates the football superfan inside all of us, which is why we are thrilled to unveil these exclusive sets for all 32 NFL teams,” said Chuck Scothon, SVP and General Manager of Fisher-Price.
  • To purchase the Fisher-Price Little People Collector NFL Series, visit mattelcreations.com , and turn an incredible football fantasy into reality by entering the Little People Collector™: FANtasy Frenzy Sweepstakes !

Fisher-Price® Introduces New Sensory Bright™ Line—Inspiring Kids 3 and Up to Custom-Create Their Own Sensory Experience That’s as Unique as They Are

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Monday, July 31, 2023

Designed to encourage exploration, problem-solving, and creativity, the new line includes the following four complementary products: Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Light Station; Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ SpinnyScopes™; Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Squish Scape™; and Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Squeeze ‘n Sniffs.

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  • Designed to encourage exploration, problem-solving, and creativity, the new line includes the following four complementary products: Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Light Station; Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ SpinnyScopes™; Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Squish Scape™; and Fisher-Price® Sensory Bright™ Squeeze ‘n Sniffs.
  • Available exclusively at Target, all of the new items can be played with on their own or added to the light station for even more ways to enhance the sensory experience.
  • Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Squish Scape , ($11.99): Set the scene for under-the-sea sensory discoveries with this mess-free, squish scape tablet.
  • The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Line is available today exclusively at Target online and in-store.

Fisher-Price Partners with Concerto Card Company to Launch New College Savings Mastercard—Helping Families Turn Everyday Spending into 529 Education Savings That’s as Easy as 1-2-3

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

By working in concert with 529 education savings plans, the Fisher-Price College Savings Mastercard allows families to earmark savings for a wide range of academic needs for their children, while also taking advantage of several tax benefits.

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  • By working in concert with 529 education savings plans, the Fisher-Price College Savings Mastercard allows families to earmark savings for a wide range of academic needs for their children, while also taking advantage of several tax benefits.
  • The resulting Fisher-Price College Savings Mastercard has features designed to turn everyday spending into savings for children’s education and qualifying expenses.
  • For the Fisher-Price College Savings Mastercard, Concerto partnered with Gift of College to make contributions to 529 savings plans seamless, while placing cardholders in control.
  • To learn more or sign up for the Fisher-Price College Savings Mastercard, please visit www.fpcollegesavings.com .

Polaris® Cuts the Cord

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Friday, March 31, 2023

SAN DIEGO, March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its 50th anniversary, Polaris, the leading manufacturer of automatic pool cleaners, introduces its latest innovation in robotic pool cleaners, Polaris FREEDOM—the first cordless robotic pool cleaner from the iconic brand.

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  • Whether at home or away, the WiFi enabled Polaris FREEDOM connects with the iAquaLink® app—the industry's highest-rated pool equipment control app.
  • The Polaris FREEEDOM comes equipped with a convenient Easy-Charge Station where it can be neatly stored and recharged when not in use.
  • "With FREEDOM it's easy to maintain a spotless pool without the hassle of a cord.
  • We believe that the Polaris FREEDOM can revolutionize the way people clean their pools."

Polaris® Cuts the Cord

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Friday, March 31, 2023

SAN DIEGO, March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its 50th anniversary, Polaris, the leading manufacturer of automatic pool cleaners, introduces its latest innovation in robotic pool cleaners, Polaris FREEDOM—the first cordless robotic pool cleaner from the iconic brand.

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  • Whether at home or away, the WiFi enabled Polaris FREEDOM connects with the iAquaLink® app—the industry's highest-rated pool equipment control app.
  • The Polaris FREEEDOM comes equipped with a convenient Easy-Charge Station where it can be neatly stored and recharged when not in use.
  • "With FREEDOM it's easy to maintain a spotless pool without the hassle of a cord.
  • We believe that the Polaris FREEDOM can revolutionize the way people clean their pools."

Fisher-Price® Launches Exclusive Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions Set

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Fisher-Price is giving fans of this year’s Super Bowl LVII Champion a ‘little’ way to celebrate their team’s massive win with the launch of the NFL and NFLPA officially licensed Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions set.

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  • Fisher-Price is giving fans of this year’s Super Bowl LVII Champion a ‘little’ way to celebrate their team’s massive win with the launch of the NFL and NFLPA officially licensed Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions set.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230131005505/en/
    Fisher-Price® Launches Exclusive Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions Set.
  • “We couldn’t be more excited to offer Kansas City and Philadelphia fans, along with toy collectors, the chance to commemorate a historic victory through this exclusive, first-of-its-kind Little People Collector Super Bowl LVII Champions set.”
    Perennial All-Pro offensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion and broadcaster Andrew Whitworth is helping to spread the word on this year’s exclusive Little People Collector sets.
  • The Little People Collector Super Bowl LVII Champions set is now available for pre-order through MattelCreations.com/lpcnfl for an MSRP of $30.00.

The NPD Group: U.S. Toy Industry Retail Sales Flat in 2022

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The NPD Group today announced U.S. retail sales of toys generated $29.2 billion in 2022, a decrease of 0.2% or $49 million. Unit sales declined by 4% and the average selling price of $12.68 was 3% higher than in 2021. While sales remained relatively flat in 2022, the market has seen strong growth over the last three years, including 14% growth in 2021 and 17% growth in 2020. This U.S. toy industry growth contributed to a three-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%, driven by average selling price (ASP) growth of 8% and unit sales growth of 2%.

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  • The NPD Group today announced U.S. retail sales of toys generated $29.2 billion in 2022, a decrease of 0.2%
    PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The NPD Group today announced U.S. retail sales of toys generated $29.2 billion in 2022, a decrease of 0.2% or $49 million.
  • These factors made for a long list of shopping hurdles contributing to a muted holiday season for the U.S. toy industry.
  • Looking at the fourth quarter specifically, dollar sales decreased by 5% or $628 million, according to NPD's Retail Tracking Service.
  • It accounted for 18% of dollar sales for toys in 2022 and contributed 52% of the annual sales declines.