All Brands Owned by Spin Master Corp.

What does Spin Master own?
Spin Master owns a portfolio of toy, game, and entertainment brands including PAW Patrol (animated franchise), Etch A Sketch (classic drawing toy acquired 2016), Gund (premium stuffed animals acquired 2018), Rubik's Cube (iconic puzzle acquired 2020), Kinetic Sand (sensory play product), Air Hogs (radio-controlled vehicles), Hatchimals (interactive toy), and Hedbanz (family guessing game). The company operates through three segments: Toys, Entertainment, and Digital Games.

Who owns PAW Patrol?
PAW Patrol is owned by Spin Master Corp. The series is produced by Spin Master Entertainment and first aired on Nickelodeon in August 2013. Spin Master developed the franchise internally and retains full ownership of the intellectual property, including the animated series, theatrical films, toys, and licensing rights. Two PAW Patrol movies have been released: "PAW Patrol: The Movie" (2021) and "PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie" (2023), with a third film in development.

Is Spin Master publicly traded?
Yes. Spin Master trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under ticker TOY. The company went public in July 2015. Founders Anton Rabie, Ronnen Harary, and Ben Varadi retain significant voting control through a dual-class share structure with founder shares carrying multiple votes per share compared to publicly traded subordinate voting shares.

Who founded Spin Master?
Spin Master was founded in 1994 by Anton Rabie, Ronnen Harary, and Ben Varadi, who met as students at the University of Western Ontario. Their first product was the Earth Buddy, a novelty growing toy sold from the trunk of a car. The founders remain actively involved in the company: Rabie and Harary serve as Co-CEOs, and Varadi serves as Chief Innovation Officer.

What is Spin Master's revenue?
Spin Master reported revenue of approximately CAD $2.3 billion for FY2024. The company operates through three segments: Toys (the largest segment), Entertainment (including PAW Patrol content and licensing), and Digital Games (mobile and app-based games). PAW Patrol is the company's most valuable intellectual property, generating an estimated $800 million or more in annual global retail sales.

When did Spin Master acquire Rubik's Cube?
Spin Master acquired the Rubik's Cube brand in 2020. Rubik's Cube, invented by Erno Rubik in 1974, has sold over 450 million units worldwide and is one of the most recognizable toys in history. The acquisition added a globally recognized brand to Spin Master's portfolio with significant licensing and product extension potential.