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Q1: What is the founding year of Fun World Foods Inc., and what was the initial business venture of its founder, Sam Rosenberg?
A1: The founding year of Fun World Foods Inc. is not explicitly mentioned in the provided text, but it is stated that the company's story begins in 1959. However, there is no information about Sam Rosenberg's age or his previous failed start-ups at this time.
Q2: What was the initial product line of S. Rosenberg Christmas Co., which later became Fun World?
A2: The initial product line of S. Rosenberg Christmas Co. consisted of imported Christmas and Easter novelties and dolls from Japan.
Q3: Who bought the business from Sam Rosenberg's father-in-law in 1963, and what was the name of the company at that time?
A3: Stanley Geller bought the business from Sam Rosenberg's father-in-law in 1963, and the company was renamed Fun World, Easter Unlimited.
Q4: What were some of the countries where Fun World expanded its operations over the years?
A4: According to the text, Fun World initially worked with factories in Japan and later expanded to Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Spain, and India.
Q5: Who led the company during the growth of the Halloween business, and what was his contribution to the industry?
A5: Alan Geller gave Fun World a real jump start in Halloween when he led the company during its growth. He became known as the "Halloween Guru" and created the iconic Ghost Face mask and costume, which became part of Hollywood history.
Q6: What is the current number of employees and independent salesforce at Fun World Foods Inc.?
A6: The company currently consists of approximately 250 employees and a 30-person independent salesforce.
Q7: Where are some of the company's warehouses, showrooms, and offices located?
A7: Fun World has warehouses, showrooms, and offices in Carle Place New York, Manhattan NYC, Mt. Union Pennsylvania, Seattle Washington, San Diego California, Hong Kong, and Hangzhou, China.
Q8: What is the name of the factory in Pennsylvania that still manufactures Easter grass and Halloween spider web?
A8: The factory in Pennsylvania is the only remaining American factory manufacturing Easter grass and Halloween spider web.
Q9: How many continents does Fun World Foods Inc. sell products on, excluding Antarctica?
A9: According to the text, Fun World sells products on every continent except Antarctica.
Q10: What is one of the company's corporate mantras, and what does it mean?
A10: One of the company's corporate mantras is "We are always doing things the second best way." This means that there is always room for improvement throughout all departments in the company.