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From playing getting-to-know-you and harnessing the power of social media to looping into a circular economy and getting in step with today’s customer preferences, new trends have sprung onto the retail scene in response to the pandemic. Retail Minded’s Nicole Leinbach Reyhle lays out the trends and shows how retailers can benefit from them to drive business into their stores. READ MORE

The travel goods industry has seen lots of disruption, changes, shortages, innovations, turmoil and growth the last couple of years. It’s one topic that affects everyone in the business. We’d like you to share your opinion on this or other industry topics that are important to you. Travel Goods Magazine is your platform to express your thoughts and opinions about travel goods industry topics so we can all share in the conversation and learn from each other. Send your 500-word or less opinion piece to kim@travel-goods.org for consideration for publication in the magazine. Please include a short bio with your submission.

There’s only ONE WAY to get the scoop on the travel goods industry and that is to get it straight from the source. Be sure to stay abreast of the latest news from TGA via Travel Goods Magazine, this weekly Industry News Brief, and our Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram channels.

The HUB reaches thousands of buyers and members of the media. To make sure your company is presented in the best possible light, we are urging you to update your Premium Profile by February 18 so that our next round of Buyer and Media/PR promotions features the latest products and brands the industry has to offer. The HUB is the only dedicated year-round marketplace for travel goods buyers to discover new brands and source the latest products. To make sure you are taking advantage of all Premium Profile benefits, we have provided the following checklist:

• Make sure your brand message and sales contact information is up-to-date
• Keep your Product Showcase section fresh — change out your featured products or images
• Present a new video

To make any changes or updates — simply email kim@travel-goods.org with the new information and image. READ MORE

Buyers from department stores, big box stores, travel goods specialty stores, hotel boutiques, college stores, cruise lines, catalogs, e-commerce, warehouse clubs, discounters, importers/exporters, and distributors log in to the HUB every day looking for the latest travel goods to restock their stores. Will they find you there? READ MORE

One luggage company gets in step with the global pulse with new collection color lilac, inspired by Pantone’s Color of the Year and reflecting these transformative times. Another intros a gorgeous duffel collection made with landfill salvage that is waterproof, thanks to its seamless bottom bathtub construction. And the new owner of an old brand vows to “scale our impact,” among other ambitions. Learn more here, plus find out who’s offering free video chats and live product demos.

Travel Goods Magazine is the official publication for the travel goods industry, and we can only stay as current as the news we receive from you! Please submit your company news and announcements, product accolades, news features, and any other pertinent updates you would like to share with the industry. The editorial team of Travel Goods Magazine curates timely news stories and product features and wants to include your company and its products. With questions or submissions, please contact TGA’s Kim Wong.

In light of recent conversations with members of the TGA community, the rapidly-spreading Omicron COVID variant, related supply-chain and staffing issues, and travel restrictions, the TGA Board of Directors has decided to postpone the 74th Travel Goods Show — previously scheduled for February 27–March 1, 2022 — until 2023. In the meantime, TGA will continue to offer product-sourcing resources for retailers via its digital publication, Travel Goods Magazine, and The HUB, its online marketplace. To stay up-to-date on future events and activities, please visit travel-goods.org. We look forward to seeing you in person next year at a fresh and robust Travel Goods Show.

Have you been to The HUB yet? It’s the hottest spot in travel goods and ready for you. Show off your brand, meet buyers, and network with colleagues — all in one place. To get started, contact Membership Director Cathy Trecartin at cat@travel-goods.org.

In light of recent conversations with members of the TGA community, the rapidly-spreading Omicron COVID variant, related supply-chain and staffing issues, and travel restrictions, the TGA Board of Directors has decided to postpone the 74th Travel Goods Show — previously scheduled for February 27–March 1, 2022 — until 2023.

TGA Chairman of the Board Cliff Ensley states, “Our industry faces significant challenges right now, and the decision to postpone The Travel Goods Show this year was not an easy one. We do so in the best interests of our exhibitors and attendees. As the travel goods industry rebuilds, so will our Show. Our focus remains on the health, safety, and profitability of our members and partners at all times.”

In the meantime, TGA will continue to offer product-sourcing resources for retailers via its digital publication, Travel Goods Magazine, and the HUB, its online marketplace. To stay up-to-date on future events and activities, please visit travel-goods.org.

Thank you for your commitment to The Travel Goods Show and to our industry. We look forward to seeing you in person next year at a fresh and robust Travel Goods Show.