Neighborhood Toy Store Month is so unique to the toy community!🛍️ It's a time you can embrace your creativity and be able to celebrate your community!🤝 We want to hear from you! What are some memories that you cherish from your time during Neighborhood Toy Store Month! If you have yet to participate let's hear what you're most excited for.😄 #astratoy #neighborhoodtoystoremonth
ASTRA
Non-profit Organizations
Chicago, IL 2,246 followers
The Guiding Star of the Play Industry
About us
Founded in 1992, ASTRA (American Specialty Toy Retailing Association) is an international not-for-profit trade organization serving more than 1,900 independent retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives of the specialty toy industry. We are a dedicated community of industry professionals committed to providing children with healthy, quality play materials that have high play value. Our members build their businesses around specialty toys, which are designed with a focus on what the child can do, rather than what the toy can do. Our members are leaders who have a positive influence the economy, culture and creativity of the communities they serve. We provide members with access to networking opportunities, education, product discounts, business products and services to support members as they grow their businesses. ASTRA Academy houses a a robust offering of on-demand education and up-to-the-minute resources to help members navigate an ever-changing industry. Marketplace & Academy is the annual four-day trade show and education conference for the specialty toy industry and features new products, education from industry leaders and hands-on product demonstrations. The event draws more than 500 exhibits and offers attendees more than 30 hours of education. Learn more at www.astramarketplace.org. A volunteer board of 14 retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives governs the association.
- Website
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http://www.astratoy.org
External link for ASTRA
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1992
- Specialties
- Toy Industry, Professional Development, Trade Show, Certification, Small Business, Independent Retail, Networking, and Industry Collaboration
Locations
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Primary
Chicago, IL, US
Employees at ASTRA
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Michael Parker
Digital Strategy, Business Development, AI Solutions for Healthcare, hDiscovery™, Insurance and Legal industries
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Azhelle W.
3x Patented Inventor | Host of Making It In The Toy Industry Podcast | As Seen On NBC's Access Daily, History Channel MarieTV
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Gwen Ottenberg
Owner at Imagine That Toys Wichita, Kansas
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Lenny Breeden
VP of Sales ➥ Client Relations | Relationship-Based Selling | Account Management & Growth | Product Development
Updates
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Have you seen the Micro Mini LED Scooter? 🛴It is the perfect activity for summer time! With the wheels glowing you'll be able to be seen scooting at all times! 🌟 Check out our friends at Micro Kickboard to see more of their amazing products!🤩 #astratoy #microkickboard #playeveryday
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🌟 Happy Monday, everyone! 🌟 Let’s kick off this week with a burst of positivity and energy! 💥 Whether you're tackling a new project, meeting new people, or simply enjoying the day! 🚀✨ Drop an emoji that describes your Monday vibe below! 👇 #MondayMotivation #astratoy #playeveryday
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Having a blast seeing some of our members at the Atlanta Gift Show at AmericasMart!!⭐ #astratoy #atlmkt #atlantamarket
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⭐ We're here to see all of our favorite people attending the Atlanta Gift Show at AmericasMart!!⭐ Make sure to stop by Sandy Ruben's showroom to see their fantastic line up of vendors and Sales Reps, and for a bite, a beverage, and a bunch of good ole conversation!🗣️ #astratoy #atlmkt #atlantamarket
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We're here to Engage, Elevate, and Promote our membership! Exactly why we take our education seriously. The Education Sessions during Marketplace & Academy 2024 had some very exciting feedback from our attendees. 🤩 Sharing your knowledge is key to success! 🤝 #astratoy #educationsession #marketplaceandacademy
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ATLANTA here we come!!⭐ Come visit Dan and Michael for the semiannual Southern Style Barbecue Bash!!🌭 🍔 We look forward to seeing everyone! #astratoy #enchantedmoments
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We can't get over this satisfying squish! Neehdoh Nice Cube deserves all the hype! 🤭 Schylling toys has such a great history of providing functional and quality toys!⭐ 👏 Join us in giving some recognition to our amazing member Schylling! How do you squish throughout your day? 🧊 #astratoy #unboxing #product #fidget #memberspotlight #adhd #needoh #nicecube
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Do your business a favor! 🌟 This retailer retreat is like no other. Our second sailing of Toy Boat looks to once again bring together all members of the specialty toy industry, for a sun-filled, fun-filled, networking event.🏝️ 😎 Nurture Your Network with this perfect mixture of business and pleasure on the high seas. Cabin selections are going quick, sign up today!👍 🛳️ #astratoy #toyboat https://lnkd.in/gE5Rdmre
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