Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
Recorded on February 15, 2026
Matt Nuccio, _Design Edge_ (Moderator)
Angus Walker, _Spin Master_
Dan Luther, _Hasbro_
Dougal Grimes, _EightyTwo_
Josslynne Welch, _Litzky Public Relations_
Scott Landsbaum, _Scott Landsbaum Inc._
Every toy inventor eventually faces the same question: Should I license my idea to an established toy company, or self-produce and launch it independently? In this special Toy University session, a panel of high-ranking experts from the United Inventors Association’s Toy Hub Board, moderated by Matt Nuccio, will help you weigh the options. The board includes leaders from Hasbro, Spin Master, top-level licensing agents, and attorneys specializing in intellectual property—bringing unmatched expertise to the conversation.
The United Inventors Association (UIA) is the largest nonprofit inventor organization in the United States, dedicated to educating and supporting independent inventors. Through its Toy Hub, the UIA connects toy and game innovators with seasoned industry professionals who provide mentorship, resources, and guidance on navigating the complex world of invention.
Through a lively and interactive Q&A, the panel will share insights on:
• The advantages and trade-offs of licensing vs. self-producing
• What major toy companies are looking for in new ideas
• The challenges, risks, and rewards of self-production
• How licensing deals are structured and what inventors need to protect themselves
• Practical, real-world guidance on building a sustainable career in toys
This is a rare opportunity to ask your questions directly to some of the most influential voices in the global toy industry, while also learning how the United Inventors Association continues to champion and empower inventors.
Recorded on February 15, 2026
Matt Nuccio, _Design Edge_ (Moderator)
Angus Walker, _Spin Master_
Dan Luther, _Hasbro_
Dougal Grimes, _EightyTwo_
Josslynne Welch, _Litzky Public Relations_
Scott Landsbaum, _Scott Landsbaum Inc._
Every toy inventor eventually faces the same question: Should I license my idea to an established toy company, or self-produce and launch it independently? In this special Toy University session, a panel of high-ranking experts from the United Inventors Association’s Toy Hub Board, moderated by Matt Nuccio, will help you weigh the options. The board includes leaders from Hasbro, Spin Master, top-level licensing agents, and attorneys specializing in intellectual property—bringing unmatched expertise to the conversation.
The United Inventors Association (UIA) is the largest nonprofit inventor organization in the United States, dedicated to educating and supporting independent inventors. Through its Toy Hub, the UIA connects toy and game innovators with seasoned industry professionals who provide mentorship, resources, and guidance on navigating the complex world of invention.
Through a lively and interactive Q&A, the panel will share insights on:
• The advantages and trade-offs of licensing vs. self-producing
• What major toy companies are looking for in new ideas
• The challenges, risks, and rewards of self-production
• How licensing deals are structured and what inventors need to protect themselves
• Practical, real-world guidance on building a sustainable career in toys
This is a rare opportunity to ask your questions directly to some of the most influential voices in the global toy industry, while also learning how the United Inventors Association continues to champion and empower inventors.
