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As we continue an epic summer of sports here in Europe, we’re taking a moment to wish our 2024 Barbie Sports Role Models competing in Paris the best of luck.      This year, the Barbie brand is honouring the profound impact of sports in igniting confidence among young girls. To mark this milestone, Barbie recognised nine women in sports who have broken boundaries around the world, including Susana Rodriguez (Spain), Estelle Mossely (France), Ewa Swoboda (Poland), Federica Pellegrini (Italy), and Venus Williams (United States).      By shining a light on these inspirational athletes and their stories, Barbie is showcasing narratives that are shaping the future to show girls that anything is possible if you relentlessly pursue your passions.     Good luck to all those competing this summer – we can’t wait to watch!        #BarbieRoleModel #Barbie #Mattel #MattelEMEA #Sports #Summerofsports #Paris2024 Nicolas Houssin, Isabel Ferrer de Casacuberta, Johanna Ehrhardt, Amarilis Whitty, Charity Waye Tindall, Claudia Santos, Katie Hewitt, Irena Lygerou, Raphaël Morcet, Florine Dubaut, Valentina Bonacina, Bianca Maria Cammarata, Ewa Bielawa, Ariadna Puig Gil, Raquel Rilova Gállego, Matteo Betti Degl'Innocenti, Pauline de la Riviere, Ruth Henriquez, Kelly Philp, Céline RICAUD SOTO, Delphine Sochon, Sandra Dobers, Jose Domingo Verdera Server, Ana von Hutten, Aimee Williams   

Meet Germany’s #HotWheelsLegendsTour2024 champion – Benjamin Pflug from Zaisenhausen, who claimed victory at the German finale in July with his 1987 Porsche 944.    We now look forward to November 11th, where Benjamin will compete against top international finalists at the global Hot Wheels Legends Tour Grand Finale in the United States. To honour the global winning car, a 1:64 scale model will be created and housed in the Hot Wheels Garage of Legends.     We proudly cheer on for Benjamin and wish him the greatest success in the global finale! Deutschland hat seinen Champion der #HotWheelsLegendsTour2024 gefunden – Benjamin Pflug aus Zaisenhausen, der im Juli mit seinem 1987er Porsche 944 das deutsche Finale für sich entscheiden konnte.   Am 11. November wird Benjamin gegen die besten internationalen Finalisten beim globalen Hot Wheels Legends Tour Grand Finale in den USA antreten. Zur Ehrung des globalen Siegerfahrzeugs wird ein Modell im Maßstab 1:64 angefertigt und in der Hot Wheels Garage of Legends präsentiert.   Wir sind stolz, Benjamin auf dieser Reise zu begleiten, und wünschen ihm viel Erfolg beim globalen Finale! #HotWheels #HotWheelsLegends #HotWheelsLegends2024 #MattelEMEA Nicolas Houssin, Sebastian Trischler, Nuria Alonso Albert, Miguel Jimenez Mendez, Ana von Hutten, Anne Polsak, Vanessa Zimmermann, Sara Gindorff, Jenny Friedl, Stefania Hernandes Haupt, Natalie Berling-Noé, Florian Plappert, Jessica Kurs, Irene Molina Angulo, Theresa Winkelspecht, Benedikt Sfameni-Weiß, Lisa Gerstner, Chris Baumbach, Ferdinand Dinkelacker, Jannik Grathwohl, SONAX GmbH, RECARO Automotive, Falken Tire, Smyths Toys Superstores, AUTO BILD, Gianluca "Gianni" Tinghino

Today Barbie proudly introduces the First Blind Barbie Fashionista Doll and Black Barbie Fashionista Doll with Down syndrome, allowing even more children to tell stories through play. Released as part of this year’s global Barbie Fashionistas line-up, Barbie partnered with the American Foundation for the Blind and National Down Syndrome Society to ensure doll designs accurately reflect the community they are designed to represent. In the UK, we’re teaming up with British broadcaster and disability activist Lucy Edwards. Losing her sight as a teenager, Lucy’s inspiring journey underscores the importance of representation and inclusion. She shared how much a doll like this would have meant to her growing up. With over 175+ looks, the Barbie Fashionistas series continues to reflect a multi-dimensional view of beauty and fashion, empowering children to see their world through play. Read more here -https://lnkd.in/esewFCWU. #Barbie #Inclusivity #Representation #BlindBarbieDoll #Downsyndrome #AFB #PlayWithPurpose Sanjay Luthra, Nicolas Houssin, Isabel Ferrer de Casacuberta, Johanna Ehrhardt, Amarilis Whitty, Charity Waye Tindall, Claudia Santos, Amy Cashmore Sarah Wheeler, Scarlett Ward Sarah Allen, Matteo Betti Degl'Innocenti, Pauline de la Riviere, Ruth Henriquez, Kelly Philp, Céline RICAUD SOTO, Delphine Sochon, Sandra Dobers, Jose Domingo Verdera Server, Ana von Hutten, Aimee Williams 

We are proud to announce Barbie has been awarded ‘Brand of the Year 2023’ by Licensing International France! We were also honoured to be nominated in further 3 categories, including ‘Best Licensor of the year’ and ‘Best CSR Initiative of the Year’.    Thank you to our partners, for bringing these incredible collaborations to life over the past year and of course to our Mattel EMEA teams who continue to drive us to transcend boundaries in the licensing world – play by play! #Barbie #MattelEMEA #LicensingInternationalFrance #LicensingAward #Licensing #Franchise Christophe Salmon, Delphine Sochon, Irena Lygerou, Besma MOKRANI BAGHDADLI, Ruth Henriquez, Alice Nigen, Kelly Burnham, Eliseeva Elena, Katarzyna Gruszka-Mierzwa, Claudia Lucarella, André Moreira, Jordan Ronchetti, Eleonora Schiavoni, Helen Self, Isidora Tasopoulou, Corinna Witzel, Jessica Nioncel, Valentina Raio, Alice Fox

We're searching for talented minds across various functions to join us at Mattel EMEA. Mattel is home to some of the world’s most well-known and beloved brands, including Barbie, Fisher-Price, Hot Wheels, Thomas & Friends, UNO, MEGA, and more! Our mission is to create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play.    📍 EMEA  Key Account Representatives Marketplaces  https://lnkd.in/e_78zaum 📍 Slough, United Kingdom  Licensing Associate (Softlines)  https://lnkd.in/eQs_vnpz  Marketing Coordinator  https://lnkd.in/ehBwwPhM  Digital and Social Analytics Manager  https://lnkd.in/gN2mRmPS  Retail Development Associate Manager – Consumer Products  https://lnkd.in/e4WhFJ7a  Senior Live Events Associate (FTC - Maternity Cover) https://lnkd.in/deJhf5nU Lead IT Business Analyst https://lnkd.in/dvpmViW9 📍 Frankfurt, Germany  Inventory Analyst  https://lnkd.in/ewBbEbfa  Associate Customer Fulfilment Analyst  https://lnkd.in/ev2ZsbEs    📍 Amstelveen, Netherlands  Inventory Analyst (Temporary)  https://lnkd.in/eBjrkABS  Regional Customer Service Coordinator (Temporary)  https://lnkd.in/eywD7QvG  Regulatory Compliance Analyst (Sustainability and EPR data  https://lnkd.in/e4drYaR8  Associate Manager Regional (Accounts Receivable)  https://lnkd.in/eUYnDDTC  HR Internship https://lnkd.in/dcFcBWgX 📍 Athens, Greece Demand Planner  https://lnkd.in/dai3S-Qp Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to turn your passion into a career. Explore all of our open positions and apply today! https://lnkd.in/ejq4EWjx    #toys #mattel #newjob #careergoals #dreamscometrue #playtime

We recently celebrated our annual Play It Forward Global Volunteer Week! Through our passionate network of employee volunteers, we´ve partnered with organisations and charities across Mattel EMEA to give back to our communities, support local children and families, and participate in toy donations, creative workshops, Special Olympics, and much more!   We thank all our employees for taking the time to share their passion and dedication in sparking countless smiles on the faces of children. Let´s continue to #PlayItForward!   #Mattel #MattelEMEA #Volunteer #Philanthropy Despina Bali, Antonia Anastasopoulou, Carlo Brion, Albert Vallejo, Sophie KÜNG, Sylvaine Bourdon, Sophie T., Concetta Molica Franco, Marta Szymanska, Thokozile Khulu, Sara Torra Viñas, Gökçe Akyavaş, Keisha John, Linda van Bueren, Sanjay Luthra, Christophe Salmon, Sebastian Trischler, Michael Hick, Apostolis Karampatzakis, Prashant Bapna, Nicolas Houssin, Henrik Mansson, Ian Lauridsen, CFA, Joel Sidney, Suzelle Belliot, Ben Hockley, Alex Godfrey, Fernando Marco Creixell, René Van den Polder, Jessica Kelly, Ruth Henriquez, Jay Banerjee, Amarilis Whitty, Daniel Barrett

Last Night we celebrated the launch of Barbie®: The Exhibition at the the Design Museum. The event was a spectacular celebration of Barbie’s 65-year design journey of innovation, with a vibrant crowd experiencing over 180 remarkable dolls, including a rare first edition Barbie from 1959. The exhibition which will run until February 2025, highlights Barbie’s significant influence on design, fashion, culture and will present exclusive, behind-the-scenes insights into Mattel’s design processes. With special thanks to the team at the Design Museum, Tim Marlow, Josephine Chanter, curator Danielle Thom, and of course our Mattel teams led by Kim Culmone, Julie Freeland, Frederica Peters (née Swallow), Liz Maglione, and all those on the ground at Mattel EMEA. Ticket information here: https://lnkd.in/gmE35P8e #BarbieExhibition #DesignMuseum #Design #culture   Sanjay Luthra, Steve Totzke, Josh Silverman, Darby Soufleris, Maxwell Blowfield, Rachel Dingsdale, George Newing, Tiya Dahyabhai, Verity Pugh, Lindsay Gallagher Fisher, Emily Devine, Nicolas Houssin, Isabel Ferrer de Casacuberta, Ruth Henriquez, Amarilis Whitty, Johanna Ehrhardt, Alice Fox, Charity Waye Tindall, Katie Hewitt, Sarah Wheeler, Anne Polsak, Amy Cashmore, Emma Cleaves

Game nights just got more accessible! As part of our commitment to inclusive play experiences, by the end of 2024, 80% of our Mattel Games global portfolio will be colorblind accessible, including fan-favorites like UNO, Phase 10, and Blokus. Our Games team consulted experts and individuals with colorblindness, including some of our very own Mattel designers, to develop custom solutions, such as patterns and symbols. Our mobile games will also feature colorblind identification. “At Mattel, we are proud that our portfolio of games continues to bring people together – transcending languages and cultures – and this initiative to offer more colorblind accessible games is another proof point on our inclusivity journey.” —Ray Adler, VP and Global Head of Games at Mattel More: https://lnkd.in/ghasiCRK    #Mattel #Games

Mattel EMEA proudly joined the UN and other global partners to celebrate the inaugural International Day of Play on June 11th, recognising the vital role of play in children's growth and learning. Across EMEA, our colleagues embraced the power of play through various celebrations, including game tournaments, family fun days, charity sports events, and more! Beyond the International Day of Play, we encourage everyone to make play a priority every day. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/g8SckFeP #InternationalDayofPlay #PlayitForward #Mattel #MattelEMEA Sanjay Luthra Christophe Salmon, Sebastian Trischler, Michael Hick, Apostolis Karampatzakis, Prashant Bapna, Nicolas Houssin, Henrik Mansson, Ian Lauridsen, CFA, Joel Sidney, Suzelle Belliot, Ben Hockley, Alex Godfrey, Fernando Marco Creixell, René Van den Polder, Jessica Kelly, Ruth Henriquez, Jay Banerjee, Amarilis Whitty, Despina Bali, Antonia Anastasopoulou, Albert Vallejo, Carlo Brion, Helen Branscombe-Davies

Less than one month until Barbie®: The Exhibition opens at the Design Museum in Kensington, London! From 5th July 2024, to 23rd February 2025, explore the iconic legacy of Barbie with over 180 dolls on display. Discover rare first editions, gain exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into Mattel’s design processes, and experience Barbie's story through the lenses of fashion, technology, and more. Tickets available here - https://lnkd.in/eGqE-a2W #Barbie #theDesignMuseum #BarbieTheExhibition #Mattel #MattelEMEA Frederica Swallow, Julie Freeland, Darby Soufleris, Maxwell Blowfield, Rachel Dingsdale, George Newing, Danielle Thom, Josephine Chanter, Tiya Dahyabhai, Verity Pugh, Lindsay Gallagher Fisher, Emily Devine, Nicolas Houssin, Isabel Ferrer de Casacuberta, Ruth Henriquez, Amarilis Whitty, Johanna Ehrhardt, Alice Fox, Charity Waye Tindall, Katie Hewitt, Amelia Arnold, Sarah Wheeler, Andrea Eman Castillo, Lena Mest, Anne Polsak, Irena Lygerou, Florine Dubaut, Raphaël Morcet, Ariadna Puig Gil, Bianca Maria Cammarata, Ewa Bielawa, Lydia Asimakopoulou, Claudia Cimmino,Maria Psallida, MBA