ToyTopic’s Ashley Holman discusses laying the foundations for 2026 and beyond, and rolling out a raft of new product.
As we enter 2025, LicensingSource.net asks a selection of licensees across key categories how they are looking to make the most of the first quarter of the New Year – from the trade shows to new product launches and beyond.
Today: Ashley Holman, md, ToyTopic.
“We start the year with a trip to China, visiting our factories to make sure everything is ready for the busy year ahead. We then dive straight into toy fair season. We have a stand at London (G94) and will be attending Nuremberg toy fair at the end of January too, aiming to meet with all our key stakeholders.
Although busy, this first month of the year plays a pivotal role in setting us up for success in the year ahead, as well as laying the foundation for 2026 and beyond.
We are excited to be launching a lot of new product, not least, our recently renewed deal with Hasbro which now includes Furby plush which looks very cute and our extended partnership with SEGA on Sonic The Hedgehog, where we will be bringing our plush ranges to retail across Europe.
Please do get in touch or swing by the stand to say hi.”
This feature originally appeared in the spring 2025 edition of Licensing Source Book. To read the full publication, click on this link.
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