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Sue Warfield

Enthusiast · DISC type i
President at American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA)
📍 Ely, Minnesota, United States

Sue Warfield is a 30-year veteran of the toy industry and the President of the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA). Her extensive experience spans from store ownership and sales to founding her own retail consulting firm. She is recognized for her passionate leadership in supporting independent retailers and promoting industry collaboration.

Inspired by her own children and grandchildren, Sue is a strong advocate for the developmental and social-emotional benefits of play. She recharges by spending time in nature, a passion rooted in a childhood filled with outdoor family activities. She is inspired by hearing the stories of people from diverse backgrounds.

Although she studied International Trade, she pivoted her career after discovering her true passion while working a part-time retail sales job.

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Experience
48 Years
Current Role
President
Location
Ely, Minnesota, United States
Personality Overview

How Sue shows up

Non-Confrontational
Story Driven
Amiable & Agreeable

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Priorities

Topics Sue cares about

Specialty Toy Retail
As President of ASTRA and a former store owner, her career is dedicated to helping independent toy retailers, manufacturers, and sales representatives thrive.
The Power of Play
Frequently speaks on the importance of quality play for child development, social-emotional learning, and bringing families together.
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Career

Work history

9-2020
President
American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA)
8-2014 - 9-2020
Director of Member Relations
American Specialty Toy Retailing Association
10-2009 - 8-2014
Marketing and Sales Support
Hotaling Imports
10-2009 - 12-2011
Sales and Service Representative
Hotaling Imports, Inc.
9-1990
Owner
Retail Specialties
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
1972 - 1981
International Trade
Anoka Technical College & Univerisity of MN
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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