Fifty years after Barbie was first dressed like an astronaut, a different plastic toy girl has claimed the title of "first doll in space." "Stargazer Lottie," a doll made by Irish toy company ...

Tackling toxic masculinity and saccharine stereotypes, Ian Harkin tells the Inspirefest audience all about the story of Lottie Dolls.

Two years ago, Ballybofey, Co Donegal-born accountant, Ian Harkin, sold his house and gave up the day job in London after spotting an incredible, but very risky, business opportunity.

Stargazer Lottie, the space-travelling doll, was developed on a suggestion from a six-year-old Canadian girl. Arklu The first doll to ever travel to outer space is from none other than Co. Donegal.

What is special about your business? Two main things: Lottie is an age-appropriate fashion doll modelled on a real child as opposed to an adult. Lottie doesn't wear make-up, high heels or jewellery.