Draft:Crazy Aaron Enterprises

Crazy Aaron Enterprises Inc.
Native name
Crazy Aaron’s
Company typePrivate
IndustryToy
Founded1998
FounderAaron Muderick
Headquarters,
Area served
Worldwide
Websitecrazyaarons.com

Crazy Aaron Enterprises Inc., also known as Crazy Aaron’s, is an American toy company known for manufacturing Thinking Putty and other toy compounds.[1]

History

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Crazy Aaron’s was founded in 1998 by Aaron Muderick, a software engineer who started experimenting with putty as a creative outlet.[2] What started as a small operation where Aaron hand-mixed batches of putty at home for fun grew into a full-fledged business known today as Crazy Aaron's with Thinking Putty as its flagship innovation.[3]

In 2018, Crazy Aaron’s moved into their current global headquarters, factory & offices located in Norristown, PA.[4] In 2019, Crazy Aaron’s acquired Land Of Dough, an eco-friendly play dough for children.[5]

In 2023, Crazy Aaron’s celebrated its 25 years with the introduction of a new compound known as Slime Charmers which are available in three different textures.[6][7]

In 2024, Crazy Aaron’s established partnership with Kroeger Canada to expand its presence in Canada.[8]

Reception

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The company’s products, originally designed as a stress-relief tool for adults, over time, the brand gained global popularity as a toy for children and a resource for sensory therapy loved by adults.[9]

Award and recognition

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  • 2022 Creative Play of the Year[10]
  • 2024- Mom’s Choice Awards[11]

References

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  1. ^ Blatt Press, Jessica (2020-05-28). "Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty". thephiladelphiacitizen.org. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  2. ^ Richards, Ryan (2021-09-23). "Narberth's 'Crazy' Aaron Muderick makes impression with designer toy". mainlinemedianews.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  3. ^ Weinstein, Bruce (2019-03-04). "The Inventor Of This Ultra-Cool Office Toy Will Show You How To Hire Loyal People". forbes.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  4. ^ George, John (2020-05-27). "Montco toy maker comes back from coronavirus closure, shifts to making hand sanitizer". bizjournals.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  5. ^ "Crazy Aaron's Land of Dough Now Found on Target Shelves". thetoyinsider.com. 2023-09-08. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  6. ^ "Crazy Aaron's Celebrates 25th Anniversary at Toy Fair". anbmedia.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  7. ^ Zahn, James. "Crazy Aaron's Celebrates 25 Years of Fun". toybook.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  8. ^ "Crazy Aaron's Collaborates with Kroeger's Inc. to Expand Canadian Presence!". supplychaingamechanger.com. 2024-06-04. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  9. ^ Whitten, Sarah (2020-08-04). "From impulse purchase to scented stress relief: How Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty is surviving the pandemic". cnbc.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  10. ^ "2022 Creative Play of the Year". supplychaingamechanger.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
  11. ^ Hagstrom, Robert (2021-09-23). "Narberth's Crazy Aaron's Putty World wins company award for Phantoms Putty". mainlinemedianews.com. Retrieved 2024-08-27.
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Category:American companies established in 1998 Category:Toy companies established in 1998 Category:1998 establishments in Pennsylvania Category:Toy companies of the United States Category:Manufacturing companies based in Pennsylvania Category:Companies based in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Category:Norristown, Pennsylvania