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First Years sees second quarter results below expectations Jul 17 2001 05:05 PM PDT
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PROFILE |
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With a little help from Big Bird, Mickey, and Pooh, The First Years helps babies and toddlers through plenty of "firsts." The company sells some 250 products designed for recreational use and the care and safety of infants and toddlers, including bottles, crib toys, teething rings, toilet trainers, bibs, and medicine dispensers. Its products are sold under its own label and the "Winnie the Pooh", "Mickey Mouse", (both licensed from Disney Enterprises) and "Sesame Street" (Children's Television Network) names. Sold worldwide, Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, and Target account for almost 60% of the company's sales. The founding Sidman family, including CEO Ronald Sidman, owns about 16% of The First Years.
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
2000 Sales (mil.): 133.50
1-Yr. Sales Growth: (2.3)%
Employees: 156
Revenue per employee: $855,769.23
KEY PEOPLE |
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Ronald J. Sidman
CEO
John R. Beals
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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One Kiddie Dr.
Avon, MA 02322
US
Phone: 508-588-1220
Fax: 508-583-9067
Online: Web Site
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