I have been hoping to land this guest for a while—and finally the stars aligned.

 Azhelle Wade is the Toy Coach. If you’re in the toy industry, I’m pretty sure you know her—or at least know of her. After a dynamic career in product development,vshe has devoted herself to helping creators bring their visions of playthingsto life.

In the years I’ve known Azhelle, every conversation we’ve had has been fun, informative, and filled with laughter. One thing we share is an understanding of the joy that toys can create for kids—complemented by the realities of a sometimes challenging industry. I’m so happy to share one of our wide-ranging talks with allof you.

The Playground Podcast is supported by Global Toy News, The Toy Guy, and Beacon Media Group.