Industry Update: Steve Pasierb of the Toy Association

Listen in to a frank conversation about the current status of the industry with Steve Pasierb, president and CEO of the Toy Association. Richard and Chris discuss the status of Toy Fairs in Dallas and New York (2022), as well as the growing importance of Los Angeles as a permanent and temporary location for the industry. Pasierb addresses the current shipping crisis, as well as current legal and political issues that are having, or could have, implications for the industry as a whole. Pasierb discusses the extent of the Association's efforts, as well as its effectiveness with issues that may "fly under the radar" for many in the toy business. In The Endcap, Chris and Richard talk about the Q4 holiday selling season and the challenges manufacturers of all sizes are facing as we confront another holiday season seriously impacted by the global pandemic.  The Playground Podcast is supported by Global Toy Experts, The Toy Guy, and ChizComm.