Timing is everything!
 

Here’s what several retailers had to
say about the Travel Goods Specialist Certificate Program:

“Customers notice the badge…and most importantly, I can get my customers excited about their next big adventure.”

Jude Oskin,Specialty Luggage, Pittsburgh, PA

“TGA’s Travel Goods Certificate Program allows our customers to think of our staff as travel consultants, rather than just another retail salesperson.”

Matt Howe, It’s…in the Bag!, Palm Desert, CA

“Being TGA-certified has developed my product knowledge…and our customers at The Planet Traveller receive the best travel advice.”

April Lim, The Planet Traveller, Singapore

“The TGA Certificate Program boosted staff morale, and added skills to maintain a high level of customer service, product knowledge, and sales ability.”

Scott Thompson, AAA Oregon/Idaho Travel Stores

Travel Goods Specialist Honor Roll

Eager to see who has completed their training and passed with flying colors? We have over 200 more people currently signed up for the training, so check back for updates to the list!

The Travel Goods Show: On the Move!

Read our press release on our co-location plan with the International Home + Housewares Show; more details in the letter from TGA president Michele Marini Pittenger.

Travel Goods Association Releases 2008 Report on Sales of Travel Products: State of the U.S. Travel Goods Market 1999-2008

Advocacy Group Alleges Handbags & Wallets Violate CA Prop 65 Lead Standards

“Card Check” Bill Threatens Industry

New CPSIA product safety rules go into effect

The Winner of The 2009 TGA Award is Peter Cobb of eBags

2009 Travel Goods Association Product Innovation Award Winners Take the Hassle out of Travel

TSA’s manufacturers’ guidelines for Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags

TGA Welcomes New Member

TGA’s June 2009 Washington Report.

In this month’s issue: Cal Prop 65 strikes again; tracking label stay denied; new shipping fees in the offing; customs 10+2 comments; and more. Click here to access the June 2009 edition.

 
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Malcolm Fontier

Namesake founder Malcolm Fontier was born with the global outlook reflected in his products, thanks to his multi-cultural family that spans four continents. His observation that simple, low-tech,...


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