New Members Michele Bates Ex Detective of 12 years, turned to PR 17 years ago and was given a real chance by Peter Brown of Flair. Have built the agency over the years and represent only Toy Industry clients. Have also worked with Toy Trust on the committee. Hobbies include golf, watching cricket and walking.
Paul Reader Learned a lot about retail from some great people at Beatties of London, ELC and Hamleys, Regent Street. Discovered a passion for Independents and joined Toymaster 20 years ago. Loves Man Utd., Border Terriers and spending quality time on family holidays in Cornwall.
Amy Saunders I started my journey in toys with Import Services. My main account was Bandai and after five years at ISL, I joined Bandai as part of their Operations team. After 20 years, in 2019 a new opportunity came my way to set up a UK subsidiary for SkyRocket Toys. After a successful launch, I joined the Just Play UK team in 2020.
Sue Barratt First started in the Toy Industry as a sales rep for LEGO over 30 years ago and have since held roles at Matchbox toys, Tyco toys, Leisuretime, 10 years as General Manager of Mega Brands, six years as Country Manager for Meccano, five years at Melissa & Doug and am currently Country Manager for IMC Toys.
Diary Dates 2021/22 Official Functions
Christmas Ball: 4th December 2021 -- London Marriott, Grosvenor Square Toy Fair Party: 26th January 2022 - TBC Spring Dinner: 12th May 2022 - TBC Golf Day: 16th June 2022 - Oakdale Golf Club, Harrogate
AGM: 3rd November 2022 - London Marriott, Grosvenor Square
Non-Official Functions Chairmans Curry Night: Thur 2nd Dec 2021 - TBC
Wall Members Lunch: Fri 3rd Dec 2021.- London Marriott, Grosvenor Square
Autumn Dinner: 8th September 2022 - Hibernian Club, Ireland 5 List of Members 2021.indd 2
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