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Spin Master/PAW Patrol: Ronnen Harary (2021)

How I Built This · 24 Jun 2024 · 1h 06m

What this episode covers

Ronnen Harary, co-founder of Spin Master, explains how the company grew from a novelty gift startup into a $4 billion entertainment giant by relying on intuition and 'play patterns' rather than market research. He details the development of early hits like Earth Buddy and Air Hogs, the strategic pivot to media with Bakugan, and the creation of the PAW Patrol franchise, which saved the company from a severe financial downturn. Harary discusses the operational challenges of scaling production, managing co-founder dynamics, and the decision to go public to ensure the company's longevity beyond the founding team.

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companies scaling up

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Companies
Spin Master, Sega Toys, Mattel, Hasbro, Melissa and Doug, Swimways, Cardinal
Products
PAW Patrol, Earth Buddy, Air Hogs, Bakugan

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