About Vish Chandran and Wild Republic:

“To positively impact the lives of children on this planet by inspiring curiosity and education” is a core value and inherited mission from my grandfather.” “To encourage everyone, I interact with on a daily basis of promises we made to the planet” is the mission my grandfather and I created together. And, of course my personal mission statement…“To help humans and animals in need to live in peace by supporting humanitarian programs and services.

Wild Republic started with an artist and a vision in 1979. We have been delighting consumers around the globe with an expansive collection of nature-related toys and gifts ever since. Headquartered in Twinsburg, Ohio, Wild Republic has offices throughout the world with international distribution serving zoos, museums, aquariums, and other retailers.

Our global product offerings include three major plush brands made 100% from recycled water bottles. Ecokins, with over fifty plush species on offer, was launched in 2019. Our most recent launches of 100% certified ecofriendly products include Message from the Planet plush and Monsterkins.

Everything we do is inspired by our Promise to the Planet, Animals and People.