As parents, working in such a family-oriented field is bound to blur lines between work and home - such a line is one that the Le Van family walk effortlessly…
Steve Le Van is the 2nd generation leader of Le Toy Van, working in complementary harmony with wife and Creative Director, Marie.
The charm of Le Toy Van’s products flows through the duo effortlessly, as they share the business’ 30 year history (and exciting future) in this week’s It Runs In The Family!
This episode covers:
- The evolution of Le Toy Van over decades, adapting to the new age of toys
- Complementary skills and dynamics between Steve and Marie, balancing numerical prowess with creativity
- Tradition vs innovation in the toy industry
- How Steve and Marie manage home life with work life and parenthood, while working in an industry so close to their hearts
- The enduring appeal and adaptability of classic toys like the doll's house, and how they can span generations
Le Toy Van: https://letoyvan.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/letoyvantoys/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/le-toy-van/
Steve Le Van: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-le-van/
Marie Le Van: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-le-van-0a355b89/
Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/
Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/
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