Talking Retail with Learning Express Toys & Gifts’ CEO Lauren Derse on the ‘Power Kid Podcast’

Paul Harrington Franchising, Owner Spotlight, Retail, Toy Industry

THE TOY BOOK – In this week’s episode of the “Power Kid Podcast,” host Phil Albritton of Power Kid Design welcomes Lauren Derse, CEO of Learning Express Toys & Gifts to the show. Derse leads the largest franchised toy store chain in the U.S. and has vast experience with store ownership and oversight. Learning Express is known for its expert …

Toy store owner shares after-school activity recommendations

Paul Harrington Local Franchise News Article, Marketing Programs, Retail

KBTX CBS 3 – Now that the kids are back in school, you may be thinking of some after school activities for them that blend learning and fun. The owner of Learning Express Toys of College Station, Bridget Mais, joined BVTM Monday to share some recommendations. Full Article and Video: https://www.kbtx.com/2022/08/29/toy-store-owner-shares-afterschool-activity-recommendations/

Learning Express Toys & Gifts Names Lauren Derse CEO

Paul Harrington Convention, Franchise Expos, Franchise News, Retail, Toy Industry

The Toy Book – Learning Express founder Sharon DiMinico marked the 35th anniversary of the company — the leading franchisor of specialty toy stores in the U.S. — by passing the torch to her daughter, Lauren Derse, who takes on the role of CEO. “Lauren brings with her a Harvard Business School degree but more importantly, she has had in-store …

An American Reports from the Toymaster May Show

Meghan Thompson Convention, Franchise News, Franchising, Retail, Toy Industry

ToyWorld Magazine – Mike Derse is director of Business Development at Learning Express Toys. Based in Massachusetts, Mike heads up franchise and new business development, strategic planning, financial reporting, real estate and franchise compliance. Here he reports on his recent visit to the Toymaster May Show in Harrogate. Full Article: https://issuu.com/toyworldmag/docs/toy_world_magazine_july_2022_sml/s/16238141

Learning Express Toys Appoints New CEO at Annual Convention Commemorating 35 Years of Play

Meghan Thompson Convention, Franchise News, Franchising, Retail, Toy Industry, Uncategorized

Devens, Mass., June 30, 2022 — The Learning Express Toys & Gifts Franchise hosted its annual Convention and Vendor Expo in Ft. Lauderdale, FL earlier this week, giving store owners a first look at upcoming products from nationwide vendors.  This Convention marked the 35th anniversary of the franchise and founder Sharon DiMinico’s transition from CEO to her daughter, Lauren Derse. …