By Ed Avis
Your customers come into your shop for costumes, make-up and accessories, but if you can add a few dollars to their order with some fun pop culture collectibles, why not? That’s the idea behind new NCA Vendor Member Toynk, a company that manufactures and distributes an extensive line of licensed items featuring familiar characters from Disney, Marvel, DC Comics and more.
“Store owners are looking to refresh their stores now. They need something to capture their customers’ attention and bring in new customers,” says Kerri Angle, wholesale manager of Toynk. “Our products are not just seasonal -- we can help NCA members sell more products year-around.”
Toynk began as a retailer of licensed products, and started manufacturing its own products in 2008, Angle says. Some of their licenses include Killer Klowns, Pacman, Futurama and more. Toynk also offers a diverse collection of puzzles catering to various interests and age groups featuring nostalgic themes, pop culture and unique artist designs. There is something for everyone.
In February of 2024 Toynk launched Syndicate Collectibles, a division that specializes in handcrafted statues and prop replicas such as Army of Darkness, Killer Klowns, Pumpkinhead and Ghoulies, as well as articulated action figures including Double Dragon, Pumpkinhead, Svengoolie. There are several more in the pipeline. Looking for something less frightening? Syndicate also makes a stunning Ascension of Jesus statue in a variety of colors.
For NCA members, this opens up an opportunity to provide a wide assortment of products. And the company offers low minimum requirements, so the risk to trying their products is minimal.
“We are very aware of what is going on with stores now -- several manufacturers require a high case minimum when ordering their products. We only require a 2-piece minimum quantity per style. We would rather store owners try different products and licenses, rather than have to order 12 of one style.”
Toynk is also the exclusive distributor for Geeki Tiki and Silver Buffalo. “We are fully stocked on some of their hottest licenses out there right now, such as Stitch, Hello Kitty, Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and more,” Angle says. The products include mugs, décor and plush.
A current hot seller is products featuring Minecraft figures, given the popularity of the recent Jack Black movie. Wondering if Toynk has the Minecraft product you’re seeking? Yes, they do: Search for “Minecraft” on the Toynk website and 26,770 products come up!
“We have inventory on Minecraft that is really hot right now,” Angle says.
Angle says the following are key reasons to order from Toynk:
- Extensive product range across multiple categories and licenses
- Retail-ready packaging with barcodes and display appeal
- Quick and reliable fulfillment from their U.S.-based warehouse
- Exclusive products and proprietary brands not available elsewhere
- Dedicated wholesale support with personalized service
Toynk is offering a 5% wholesale discount for NCA members. Check out their vast line at www.toynk.com and www.syndicatecollectibles.com. Then contact Kerri Angle directly at kerri@toynk.com to set up a wholesale account.