
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.
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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.

