Welcome to the Trade Secrets Podcast, hosted by Damon Piatek, President & CEO of Welke Customs Brokers USA. This episode's guest is Richard Gottlieb Principal and Founder- Global Toy Group. Global Toy Experts is a world-renowned consultancy and resource for toy industry insight and information. They provide cutting-edge analysis and strategies to domestic toy manufacturers as well as to international providers who are looking to raise their profile in the United States & the world. Richard Gottlieb is the highly regarded toy Founder and CEO of Global Toy Experts, the globally recognized consultant to toy industry leaders. In addition, he is the Publisher of Global Toy News, the toy industry’s independent voice. Richard is frequently interviewed by media worldwide, and has been called on by ABC News, CNN, MSNBC, the New York Times, Newsweek and many other media outlets. Considered an expert on the toy industry, Richard is frequently asked to speak at toy industry conferences and serve on various executive panels. :50 Intro with Richard Gottlieb Principal and Founder Global Toy Group 2:43 Toy Industry History and Toy Production Globally 4:00 Container Costs for Toys Currently 10:30 US Compliance for Toy Industry 12:40 Tips For Sourcing Toys 15:25 What’s next for Global Toy Group Connect with Welke Customs Brokers USA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WelkeCustomsUSA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/welke-customs-brokers-usa-inc/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true Website: http://www.yourcustomsbroker.com