BTHA presents Golden Teddy Award to Mark Foster

The BTHA Industry Day gave the industry the opportunity to hand over a prestigious Golden Teddy award to a long-standing industry stalwart.

Mark Foster, managing director – UK & North America at Playmobil, was given the gong by BTHA chairman Graham Canning.

According to the BTHA, Foster is described by his proposer and seconder as a calm and honest individual who leads his team with selflessness and empathy, and those in his teams trust him completely. He is the ultimate team player who always seeks to bring the best out of everyone he works with. Over the years he has gained many friends within the industry and is highly respected by all his peers.

Remarking on his award, outgoing BTHA chairman Canning said: “Mark is the complete representation of what a Golden Teddy Award winner should be; someone who is loyal, respected and has served with dedication over a sustained period in the toy industry. I cannot think of anyone more deserving for this award than Mark, and my huge congratulations go to him for this recognition.”