Step2 Named Vendor of the Year by Toys 'R' Us Canada

Left to Right: Tom Via, VP of Merchandising, Toys 'R' Us Canada; Bill McCallum, VP of National Accounts, Step2; Laurie Trzop, Canadian Sales Manager, Step2; Kevin Macnab, President, Toys 'R' Us Canada

STREETSBORO, OHIO — April 2, 2008 — The Step2 Company, preschool and toddler toy manufacturer and marketer of quality plastic products for children, is the proud recipient of the 2007 Vendor of the Year Award in the Seasonal Category from Toys 'R' Us Canada, the nation's largest toy retailer.

Each year TRU honors an elite group of vendors to receive this special recognition. The criteria for selection is based on a vendor's performance as a partner in several areas which include dependable service, presenting and supporting creative advertising initiatives, and development of innovative designs and exclusive product offerings.

Toys 'R' Us executives praised the professionalism of the Step2 sales team and recently presented a plaque to Step2 National Accounts Vice President, Bill McCallum and Sales Manager, Laurie Trzop. The plaque reads: "In recognition of your commitment, dedication and attention to helping us be the worldwide resource for kids, families and fun."