Items tagged “Toys & Recreation”

Toy industry giant Toys “R” Us announced the acquisition of the iconic FAO Schwarz early Thursday, May 28. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

In a press release, Jerry Storch, Chairman and CEO of Toys “R” Us says of the acquisition, “We have enormous respect for the FAO Schwarz brand and for the special place it holds in the hearts of children everywhere.”

Toys “R” Us will takeover operation of the store in New York City, the Las Vegas store, as well as all e-commerce and the FAO Schwarz catalogue. All FAO Schwarz entities will retain the brand name.

Visual merchandising. More than an arrangement of signs and products. To increase sales, engage more senses. Create an experience. Satisfy needs, but generate wants. The Giggle Guide™ provides display tips for retailers and manufacturers. In stores, or at trade events, what you see and hear matters. Create attention grabbers Generate buzz. Turn window shopping into increased sales! What customers see, hear and touch influences what they get!

The CPSC has just released a 28 page PDF document to help sellers of used children’s products understand the CPSIA and existing regulations:

CPSC Handbook for Resale Stores and Product Resellers

While it’s directed at the sale of used products, it certainly contains more “digestible” information on the CPSIA then most of government publications.