Steve Markey | Source: Hog Wild / the Toy Book

Oregon-based Hog Wild Toys welcomes Steve Markey as the new vice president of sales and marketing for North America. In his new role, Markey will be responsible for leading all marketing initiatives and directing the company’s North American sales teams. 

About the position, Markey says “I’m incredibly excited to join the team at this important juncture.”

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Markey has more than two decades of experience in the toy industry, with previous positions as vice president of sales for Green Toys Inc., head of global sales for Crazy Aaron’s Putty World, and vice president of sales and marketing for Plantoys Inc. He also has experience in the global toy industry, serving as an owner of the domestic and international sales consulting company, Big Tent Inc. 

Hog Wild Toys is known mostly for its line of Popper toys. Markey says that he’s particularly excited to work on growing Handy Grabs, a new product that he believes has the potential to become another mega-heritage brand like the Poppers.

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Danielle Farina

Danielle Farina

Danielle is an editorial intern for the Pop Insider, the Toy Book, and the Toy Insider. When she’s not giving an incredibly off-key performance of her favorite Disney soundtracks, you can find her going on walks, binge watching New Girl, or reading a book in a local coffee shop! Danielle is excited to immerse herself in the world of toys and unleash her inner child!

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