When Joann Cartiglia started The Queen’s Treasures® out of her Pennsylvania home in 2005, she was on a mission to create affordable, high-quality toys that spark imagination, and not rely on batteries. Nearly two decades later, she’s not only built a beloved brand known for its historically inspired 18-inch dolls and furniture, but also become a powerful advocate for the toy industry at the national level.

In this episode, we sit down with Joann to explore:

• The passion behind starting her toy company
• Why she manufactures in China and the impact of Trump-era tariffs on small businesses
• Her role on the Toy Association’s Legislative Committee
• How she’s preparing for the future of toy-making in America
• And what makes The Queen’s Treasures® so unique in a crowded market

Support Joann here: https://www.thequeenstreasures.com/

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