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The Design Force blog is a forum for discussing research, strategy, target appeal and marketplace trends
related to package design and licensing program design for the consumer product and entertainment industries.
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Toy Fair ‘12: A Look to the Future and the Past

February 18, 2012 at 12:31 pm by Ted Mininni

I’ve been attending Toy Fair in New York City for the past 25 years. It’s a great place to do business, draw inspiration, confirm trends, and gain...More

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Consumer Products, Marketing to Kids

HEXBUG Packaging: a Perfect Specimen

February 13, 2012 at 9:16 am by Ted Mininni

As designers of toy packaging, we always need to visit the retail environment before taking on our next project. Much like “The Strip” in Las Vegas...More

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Package Design, Structure Design, Consumer Products

Good vs. Evil Continues in the World of Lego Video Games

February 6, 2012 at 12:47 pm by Ted Mininni

Clearly Lego understands the power of superheroes. They’re hotter than ever and loved by...More

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Licensing, Consumer Products, Entertainment

Interactive Package Design Goes Into Orbit

January 30, 2012 at 3:45 pm by Ted Mininni

It’s no secret that consumers love to be able to customize or personalize products. Brands that make this the hallmark of their marketing have...More

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Branding, Package Design, Consumer Products, Marketing Thought Leadership

Marketing Study Shocker: Social Media & QR Codes Don't Sell

January 25, 2012 at 11:24 am by Ted Mininni

“As much as people embrace all things digital, they’re much fussier when they turn into actual...More

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Consumer Products, Market Research, Marketing Thought Leadership