Funko Inc., a leading pop culture collectibles brand, has announced that it will be expanding its product offerings into the "greeting aisle" with its new line of interactive greeting displays called POPSIES. These innovative greeting cards will be available exclusively at Walmart locations throughout the U.S.
POPSIES will feature messages of "excitement and love," geared towards the world's most celebrated occasions such as Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Mother's Day. In addition, each POPSIE will feature an iconic character that will represent a historic franchise such as Batman and Wonderwoman.
"We enjoy being able to provide an experience that not only celebrates our fans' passion for these beloved characters but also expresses their love and appreciation for friends and family through the product’s unique messages," said Andrew Perlmutter, President, and incoming Chief Executive Officer at Funko.
Interactive Greeting Cards
Funko Enters the Greeting Aisle with New Line Called POPSIES
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