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I have extensive knowledge of the marketing and retailing of specialty toys. I work on a daily basis with the key manufacturers and that produce the quality playthings that will become your child`s favorite for years to come. I also work with the independent toy stores that provide these safe, educational and fun toys to discerning consumers in the US market.

Experience in the area

With 25 years experience in the specialty toy industry, I currently run Toy Collection Catalog, delivering marketing success to the specialty toy industry.

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Member ASTRA, American Specialty Retailing Association

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Anita09/23/0910101010What an amazing service. In one hour .....
alan01/17/0910101010Very Helpful-really appreciate the advice- thanks alan
NjambiWanguhu04/09/0810101010Thank you so much Mary i need .....
Venita02/01/08101010Thanks for pointing me in the right .....
ken goldman08/22/0610101010good timely and clear advice,highly reccommend

Recent Answers from Mary Ann Everett

2009-09-23 Price mark-up for dolls:

Dear Anita, While collector dolls or limited editions might vary, specialty dolls typically work on a 50% margin at retail. So if you sell dolls at wholesale for $10, specialty stores will retail it for

2009-01-17 Finding retailers to Wholesale to:

Alan, You will need to consult a business attorney and tax accountant to make sure you have the proper business license to operate your business. Also, if your product is geared for children 12 years

2009-01-16 Finding retailers to Wholesale to:

Dear Alan, I just have a few suggestions to keep in mind as you transition your retail business to wholesale. The first is to get your wholesale pricing right. Make sure you are not undercutting your

2008-01-31 Doll design and manufacturing:

Dear Verita, Thanks for your question. I am not as well versed in the manufacturing side of the toy industry, my experience is more in the retailing side of things. But I can suggest the names of some

2006-07-29 Speciality product quality:

I am afraid that is is getting out of my expertise. My only recommendation is find out as much as you can about their business strategy, products, distribution and competition. I am not sure who you would

 

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