Ready to share your expertise with a global audience? The Toy Association™ is reminding industry thought leaders to submit speaker proposals for Toy Fair® University by the September 4, 2026 deadline.

As the official education program of Toy Fair, taking place February 20 to 23, 2027 at the Javits Center in New York City, Toy Fair University brings together experts from across the global toy and play industry to deliver timely insights, practical strategies, and emerging trends that help attendees stay competitive in today's evolving marketplace. Sessions will be held throughout the four-day show on the Toy Fair University stage, covering manufacturing, retail, shipping, technology, e-commerce, licensing, legal and regulatory issues, packaging, inventing, design, and consumer trends. Perspectives from adjacent industries are also encouraged to provide attendees with fresh ideas and a broader business perspective.

Industry professionals from across the toy and play ecosystem, including manufacturers, retailers, inventors, licensors, consultants, and service providers, are encouraged to submit proposals. Speakers must be available to present in person during Toy Fair and participate in a live attendee Q&A following their session. All educational sessions are open to Toy Fair participants and will be recorded.

Completed speaker applications are due September 4.

Click here to view sessions from Toy Fair 2026.

More details on Toy Fair University’s presentation application, session topics, and target audiences are available here. Contact Jackie Retzer, The Toy Association’s senior director of event management, with any questions about the application process.

Toy Fair® will take place February 20 to 23, 2027 at the Javits Center in New York City. Exhibitor applications are now open. Attendee registration will open in September. Visit ToyFairNY.com to learn more.