Learning Express Toys, the nation's leading franchisor of
specialty toy stores, proudly hosted its 25th Annual Convention
& Toy Expo at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in
Tucson, Arizona. The event, which
took place from June 23rd to June
26th, brought together store owners, managers, and over 100
top toy vendors from across the country for a memorable week of
networking, education, and celebration.
TUCSON,
Ariz., June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
Learning Express Toys, the nation's leading franchisor of specialty
toy stores, proudly hosted its 25th Annual Convention & Toy
Expo at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. The event, which took place
from June 23rd to June 26th, brought
together store owners, managers, and over 100 top toy vendors from
across the country for a memorable week of networking, education,
and celebration.
The Learning Express Toys Annual Convention & Toy Expo is a
cornerstone event for the franchise, offering a unique platform for
franchisees and vendors to collaborate, discover new products, and
share best practices. Attendees had the opportunity to explore the
latest trends in the toy industry, participate in interactive
workshops, and attend informative sessions designed to drive
business growth and enhance the customer experience.
"We are thrilled to have celebrated our 25th Annual Convention
& Toy Expo at the beautiful JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort &
Spa," said Lauren Derse, CEO of
Learning Express Toys. "This event underscores the strength and
dedication of our franchise community. It was a time to come
together, learn from each other, and continue to inspire the joy of
play in children and families everywhere."
Convention Highlights:
- Vendor Exhibits: Showcasing the latest and greatest in toys,
games, and educational products.
- Seminars: Motivating speakers, updates on new systems, sales
workshops and more.
- Networking Opportunities: Events and activities designed to
foster relationships among franchisees, vendors, and the Learning
Express Toys corporate team.
- Awards Ceremony: Recognizing outstanding achievements and
contributions within the Learning Express Toys community.
Award Announcements:
- Banquet Awards:
- Spotlight: Douglas & Hot Focus
- Toy of the Year: AirToobz from Fat Brain Toy
- Vendor of the Year: Thames & Kosmos
- Innovation: Ninja Silent Basketball from Flashsales
- Sales Awards:
- 1st Place: Jazwares
- 2nd Place: LEGO
- 3rd Place: Epoch Everlasting Play
- Increase Awards: Kawaii, US Toys, Mavi Bandz, Douglas Company,
Inc., Epoch Everlasting
- Best Marketing Programs:
- Spring Craft Sale Vendors: OOLY, Faber
Castell, Make It Real, US Toy
- Honorable Mention: US Toys' Bunny Buffet Bucket Promotion
- Honorable Mention: Schylling for the Buy Two Get One Free
NeeDoh Promotion
- Direct Deal Program:
- All Sports Marketing
- DM Merchandising
- Mavi
- iPlay
- iLearn
- iScream
- Salus Brands
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- ARTS & CRAFTS - Mini Pottery Studio from Make It Real
- PARTY FAVORS – NeeDoh Nice Cube from Schylling
- PLUSH – Squishmallows from Jazwares
- PRESCHOOL- Air Toobz from Fat Brain Toy Company
- SCIENCE– Hydraulic Boxing Bots and Night Vision Goggles from
Thames and Kosmos
- TRANSIT- Dino Stunt Car from HST
- TWEEN 7+- Icee Machine from iScream
- TEEN 13+- Speks Magnet Balls from Speks
- BOOKS – Color by Sticker Books from Peter Pauper Press
- ACTION/SKILL SPORTS– Trampoline Pong from Thin Air
- TODDLER- Fun Time Tractor from Epoch Everlasting Play
- GAMES – Fast Push Game from Leading Edge
- INFANT- Light Up Noggin Stick from Smart Noggin
- CONSTRUCTION- Smart Max Exclusive Set from Smart Toys &
Games
The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, nestled in the
picturesque foothills of Tucson National Park, provided the perfect
backdrop for this celebratory event. Attendees enjoyed luxurious
accommodations, exceptional amenities, and a variety of
recreational activities including golf, spa services, and hiking
trails.
About Learning Express Toys Inc. Convention
Learning Express Toys is the nation's leading franchisor of
specialty toy stores with more than 88 locations across the
country—each one locally owned and operated. Providing an
extraordinary shopping experience, Learning Express Toys &
Gifts is best known for its knowledgeable and playful sales staff
and its unique product mix for children from birth to age 14.
Believing that everyone who walks through the doors should be
WOWED, Learning Express focuses on toys, gifts, and experiences
that celebrate life's best moments. A birthday gift registry, free
gift wrapping, free personalization, civic fundraising, and
regularly scheduled children's events contribute to the energetic
atmosphere and exceptional customer service.
For more information about the event, please contact
Meghan Thompson at
Meghan@learningexpress.com or (978) 889-1083.
Media Contact
Meghan Thompson, Learning Express
Toys, 1 9788891083, meghan@learningexpress.com
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