In 1960, The Paradies Shops was founded and a single toyshop opened in the new Hartsfield Airport. When Paradies and Company was sold to other interests in 1979, The Paradies Shops began an expansion into airports that grew the company to over 325 shops in 60 airports throughout the US and Canada. The Paradies Shops is an involved and concerned enterprise that has always put tremendous emphasis on camaraderie and loyalty. Where else can you find a company with over 2,000 employees who address the founders of the company as "Mr. Dan" and "Mr. Jimmy"? While the family believes in strict business policies, all doors are open to every employee at all times.