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Biography

As an official spokesperson for The Toy Association, Jennifer chats with toymakers throughout the year to track developments impacting the toy aisles and kids' entertainment. She is frequently interviewed by national and local consumer and business media on toy trends and industry-related topics. She has appeared on such outlets as Good Morning America, GMA3, ABC News, Fox & Friends, KTLA-TV, WGN Chicago, WNBC New York, Bloomberg Radio, and CNET, as well as in print publications including Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine, and others. She previously served as the narrator for The Genius of Play's "Once Upon a Playtime" podcast, which invited listeners to rediscover the value of play through real-life, personal stories of actors, artists, entrepreneurs, and more. Jennifer has over a decade of experience covering the toy and kids' entertainment industries. Prior, she served as the editorial manager for aNb Media and its b2c review site TTPM.com, where she oversaw all digital and print communications, reviewed product, and co-hosted a web series conducting in-depth interviews with toy industry C-Suite executives. She began her career in her home state of Pennsylvania, handling marketing communications at Penn State's art galleries (her alma mater). She resides in New Jersey with her husband and energetic toddler.

Content

Total articles 1081

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  TTPM Reveals 2019 Holiday Most Wanted List

  By Jennifer Lynch

  Sep. 12, 2019

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  LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar Premieres on CITV

  By Jennifer Lynch

  Sep. 08, 2019

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  Crunchyroll, VIZ Media Europe Group Enter Strategic Partnership

  By Jennifer Lynch

  Sep. 06, 2019

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The Toy Association

The Toy Association is a leading trade association for the U.S. toy industry, established in 1916. It represents a wide range of companies, including manufacturers, retailers, and licensors, all dedicated to youth entertainment. Headquartered in Manhattan with advocacy offices in Washington, D.C., the association plays a vital role in promoting the health and growth of the toy sector. The Toy Association focuses on several key initiatives, including toy safety and regulation, consumer education on safe play practices, and the promotion of play through its "The Genius of Play" initiative. It also supports philanthropic efforts through The Toy Foundation, which provides toys to children in need. Additionally, the association organizes Toy Fair New York, the largest toy show in the Western Hemisphere, facilitating networking and showcasing new products within the industry. The U.S. toy industry, driven by the association's members, has a significant economic impact, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs and generating substantial tax revenue.