About

Every story has a beginning. Ours started with a simple book from a Scholastic Book Fair – a directory of celebrity and athlete addresses that would spark a lifelong passion for autograph collecting. As a child, I'd carefully craft letters to my heroes, each envelope carrying hope and excitement. The responses I received weren't just signatures; they were tangible connections to the people I admired, precious mementos that I treasured deeply.

Years later, in 2021, life presented an opportunity that would transform this childhood hobby into something more meaningful. Our partnership with Voices Against Cancer opened our eyes to how we could channel our expertise in autograph collecting into a force for good. Many celebrities choose to support charitable causes through signed memorabilia, and we realized we could help maximize the impact of these donations by becoming specialists in autograph sales.

But at the heart of Teddy's lies a deeper, more personal story. Our business bears the name of our father, Ted Hamze, whose battle with pancreatic cancer left an indelible mark on our lives. Ted wasn't just our father – he was our best friend, our mentor, and the driving force behind our entrepreneurial spirit. His influence shaped not just who we are, but how we approach business and life itself.

Ted taught us that success isn't measured solely by profit margins, but by the positive impact we can have on others' lives. Through Teddy's, we honor his memory by combining our passion for autograph collecting with our commitment to fighting cancer. Every signature we acquire, every piece we sell, carries forward his legacy of resilience, determination, and caring for others.

What began as a child's hobby, nurtured by a father's encouragement, has evolved into a mission that connects collectors, supports cancer research, and keeps alive the memory of a man who taught us to dream big and give back. This is more than a business – it's a testament to the enduring power of family, passion, and purpose.