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GAME - Great American Merchandise and Events is a cutting-edge innovator in the special event marketing and merchandise industry. With a strong presence throughout the United States and seven other countries, GAME provides services to diverse non-profit organizations that raise millions of dollars for charities across the globe. The success of the Derby Duck and Turbo Turtle Races have spun off a retail line of pool, spa, toy and specialty merchandise available around the world.
Mission: To delight our customers by providing a continuous cycle of innovative products delivered with uncompromising value, quality and service.
Vision: To be the leader in continuous innovation and production of FUN Products and Services that transforms the ordinary pleasures of life into unique and remarkable experiences.
Headquarters:
16043 N. 82nd Street
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260-1800
Local: 602-957-3825
Toll free: 1-800-779-RACE (7223) for Events
1-888-DUCKY-88 (382-5988) for Merchandise
Fax: 602-954-8217 for Events; 602-957-7665 for Merchandise
Warehouse:
Phoenix, AZ
Web Site: www.game-group.com
President: Eric Schechter
Full-time Employees: 35
Founded: 1988
Official Mascots:
Derby DuckŪ
Turbo Turtle TM
Derby DolphinTM
Surfin' Shark
Willy the Whale
Official Brands:
AquaQuickTM
AquaGlow TM
AquaLivin'TM
Scheduled 2008 Events:
Over 200 Derby DuckŪ Races including international races in Singapore, Puerto Rico, Germany, Japan, Dominican Republic and Canada
65 Mini Turtle races (specially designed for smaller organizations and communities)
Character Adoptions: 1.7 million annually / 2.9 million worldwide
Funds Raised for Charity Annually:
$10+ million annually
Top Merchandise Retailers:
Walmart Canada
Walmart
K-Mart
Costco
Target
Meijer
Albertson's
Kroger/Fry's/Smith's/Ralph's
Leslie's Pool & Spa
Orchard Supply (Sears)
Ace Hardware
The Sports Authority
The Home Depot
Academy Sports
Dunham's
Top Charitable Races:
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Children's Hospitals (CMN)
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Kiwanis Clubs
Rotary Clubs
Social Services
Special Olympics
Professional Affiliations:
International Festivals & Events Association
International Events Group
National Society of Fundraising Executives
World Waterpark Association
Bands of America
General Merchandise Distributor Council (GMDC)
National Spa & Pool Institute (NSPI)
Licensees:
Rotary International
Kiwanis International
Advisory Board:
Duncan Billing, Hasbro Toys
Bob Gobrecht, Managing Director of Special Olympics of North America
Richard Gooding, Strategic Advantage
Don McIntyre, Chapman Associates
Bruce Skinner, Bruce Skinner & Associates (Former Executive Dir., Fiesta Bowl)
Linda K. Peterson, Director, Voices From Home
For More Information Contact:
Executive Project Coordinator
602-957-3825 x136
Email: srh@game-group.com
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