Alana Woldenberg-Ruffman
Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Learning Resources and mechanical engineer by training, speaking about her company’s move of production from China to Vietnam.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 27min
An American Toymaker Struggles to Break Up With China
Alana Woldenberg-Ruffman, Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Learning Resources, dives into the complexities of relocating toy production from China to Vietnam. She discusses the legal battle against US tariffs that prompted this shift and the challenges of scaling operations in a new environment. The impact on local communities, rising production costs, and reliance on Chinese components add to the intricate landscape. Alana also highlights the role of vocational schools in preparing a skilled workforce amid the factory boom in Vietnam.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 27min
An American Toymaker Struggles to Break Up With China
Alana Woldenberg-Ruffman, Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Learning Resources, shares insights on the challenges of relocating toy manufacturing from China to Vietnam. She discusses the impact of U.S. tariffs that prompted their shift and the complexities involved in building a new supply chain. Alana highlights Vietnam's rapid industrial growth and the challenges of local labor and automation. She also addresses how reliance on Chinese components continues to affect production costs.
