The Otis Community is invited to a special lecture, "Toy Trends in a Changing World: Kids, COVID, and Constant Play" with Chris Byrne, The Toy Guy in The Forum.
As an independent toy analyst, researcher, and consultant, Chris brings more than 30 years of toy industry experience to his role. He is an acknowledged expert on toys and play in the culture and brings his extensive knowledge of toys, education, and child development to his work.
He is the creator, producer, and co-host of The Playground Podcast, an industry-facing, weekly program that covers a broad range of issues facing the contemporary toy industry..
Chris is also widely published on the topic of toys and family life and his work has appeared in a variety of trade magazines, journals, and websites. He is extensively quoted in the media and appears regularly on local and national television commenting on toys and demonstrating new products.
*As per current LACDPH indoor mask guidelines, attendees must wear a mask in the Forum whenever they are not actively eating or drinking, such as while seated after finishing the food and drink.
**Attendees should review the Mask and Vaccination Policy before arriving to the campus and the Forum.
