FP is a joke at this point. They can't even fill their orders. Their sales are sinking double digits by the quarter. They've been replaced by the competition and if they went away no one would care at this point. The directors and VPs running that ship are as second rate as they come. There's no hope for that brand. Mattel chased away all the talented leaders there and they will sink with the Mattel ship.
Well said @WM7qbR8-1lei
Hey, let’s say something positive about Mattel. They make great “p--p” games.....
Prior to Mattel buying FP they were known for quality. At one time when people were asked what companies they thought had the highest quality FP placed third. I believe Hallmark was number one or two. It was certain this reputation would decline once Mattel bought them. Mattel has ruined every company it ever bought.
Mattel does not know the word quality nor do they care to. For years I sat in Mattel's company meetings hoping to hear the word quality but it is NEVER uttered! To this day I still have the FP radio made years ago. Not only does it still work, AM and FM, I listen to it every morning.
It is sad how Mattel has ruined FP. Mattel has always built cheap toys that were understood by parents to break easily. They have forced this on FP and it has ruined their reputation. Such a shame.
You west coast d bags are hilarious, FP was a thriving company until Mattel got their sh!t hooks into them. One Mattel, what a laugh. If only your creativity was on par with your attitudes. p--paroos! Really?
Dear OP:
Pray tell what business at Mattel would you hold up as better than FP?
Barbie: she takes a 30% advertising to sales ratio to even get her to move off the shelf.
HotWheels? During its 50th anniversary this year it is declining! And making .05 per car is nothing to brag about, no matter how many you sell.
You’re going to go out of business.
Rumor has it a former VP tied to venture capitalists has been discussing a buyout of the FP core business.
Same for MEGA, n'est pas?
Mattel has been the kiss of death for FP. Since day one, they strangled the creativity and quality from a once premier toy company. Sell them, set them free.....