
About Us
The Experts in Custom Mascot Fabrication
At Concept Factory Mascots, we do more than build mascot characters, we craft custom brand ambassadors. Our team is driven by a passion for premium mascot design and an unwavering commitment to quality. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive studio, we empower our creators to produce the world-class mascot craftsmanship your brand deserves.

Joyce Banda
CEO | Lead Fabricator
"I've been in the industry for over 30 years, I love being creative, I am always evolving and learning new things. I want to be proud of the products you will get from Concept Factory Mascots"
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30 plus years experience in the mascot manufacturing industry
- 20 plus years as a mascot manufacturing business owner / entrepreneur
- Costume design / fabricator
- Collaborated with notable clients such as the Toronto Raptors, Hasbro, Mattel, Nickelodeon and many more
- Business Operations
- Project management
- Customer relations
- Shipping and bookkeeping
- Fashion Design Seneca College

Eugene Paunil
CEO | Lead Fabricator
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20 plus years experience in mascot manufacturing, sculpture installation and scenic art/construction
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15 plus years as a business owner / entrepreneur
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Professor of props making at Sheridan College Theatre production program, Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design (FAAD)
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Worked for notable clients that include Disney, Universal Studios, Hasbro, Spinmaster, Nickelodeon, Corus Entertainment, National Geographic, Broadway, NHL, NBA, UEFA and many more.
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Scenic sculptor/Scenic carpenter/Scenic painter
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Props designer/fabricator
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Furniture designer/fabricator
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Distinguished Visual artist
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Industrial designer
- Industrial Design Graduate OCAD University 2004
Lead Fabricators Joyce and Eugene spearhead a premier team of custom mascot creators. Our specialists bring a wealth of diverse expertise across fashion and costume design and fabrication, as well as industrial and prop design, ensuring every character we build is both durable and visually stunning.
To maintain our reputation for excellence, every team member undergoes rigorous internal training. This commitment to craftsmanship ensures a cohesive, professional approach to high-quality mascot manufacturing, delivering exceptional results and brand-ready mascots for every client.

