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Episode 113 - 5 Years On: 5 Ways Covid Permanently Changed The Toy & Game Biz
10/21/2025
Episode 113 - 5 Years On: 5 Ways Covid Permanently Changed The Toy & Game Biz
In this episode, host Steve Reece takes a deep dive into the long-term impact of the Covid pandemic on the Toy & Game industry. Five years since the first global lockdowns, the dust has settled—and the changes are here to stay. From pricing shifts and supply chain diversification to the evolution of trade shows and the rise of direct-to-consumer strategies, this episode explores how one black swan event reshaped the business forever. Whether you're a brand owner, distributor, retailer, or industry observer, this episode offers actionable insights and strategic takeaways. Plus, Steve shares updates on his LinkedIn newsletters, the REECE REPORT, and the launch of ToyRecruitment.com—a specialist recruitment service built by insiders for the Toy & Game biz. Tune in to understand what’s changed, what’s working, and what the future might hold. More information on our leading Toy & Game business Consultancy here: Ifyou are a Toy or Game company seeking to hire the right people:
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