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I can answer any question about Action Figure and Toy Design, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Production Management. Over 20 years in the Toy business with clients including Bandai US/Japan/Europe, Hasbro, Kenner, Mattel, McFarlane Toys, Playmates, etc., and also specialty companies including Toy Tokyo, The Showroom NYC, Kid Robot, Wheaty Wheat and many others.

NOTE: I travel A LOT, so during overseas travel (Japan, Hong Kong, China), I do not check for questions. Thanks.

Experience

Past/Present Clients:
Designers including : Gary Baseman, Ron English, Frank Kozik, Pete Fowler, Futura, Stash, David Horvath. Companies including : Bandai Japan, Bandai US, Dark Horse, Hasbro, Kenner, Lucas Films, Maharishi, Marvel, Mattel, McFarlane Toys, MTV, NIKE, Playmates, Reebok, Sony, etc.

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Topic: Action Figures

Expert: ShiniGami
Date: 10/31/2006
Subject: manufacturing

Question
Hi, I am trying to start my own toy company; however I am finding it hard to find information about manufacturers. I am wondering if you know which designers and companies Mcfarlane and Neca use to produce their action figures? The quality of their figures is usually excellent. Thank you for any information.

Answer
I've managed projects for McFarlane, but not Neca. Designers they use are mainly in-house, altho from time to time they do outsource.

They have in-house project managers that oversee their lines. I project manage on an item to item basis.

Thanks

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