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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.
With 25 years experience in the specialty toy industry, I currently run Toy Collection Catalog, delivering marketing success to the specialty toy industry.
Member ASTRA, American Specialty Retailing Association
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| Anita | 09/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | What an amazing service. In one hour ..... |
| alan | 01/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very Helpful-really appreciate the advice- thanks alan |
| NjambiWanguhu | 04/09/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much Mary i need ..... |
| Venita | 02/01/08 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for pointing me in the right ..... |
| ken goldman | 08/22/06 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | good timely and clear advice,highly reccommend |
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
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
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
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
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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