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Who is an Affiliate?
Companies, organizations, agencies and other entities not directly
engaged in the travel goods business, but have an interest in
TGA affiliation because of common interests and issues.
Industry Information
Gain access to research regarding travel, consumer spending
habits, the travel goods industry, U.S. travel goods import statistics
and tomorrow's trends. Make use of our exclusive up-to-date reports
like TGA's monthly Trade & Customs
Newsletter to make smart, informed business decisions. Free
Publicity
TGA members have access to a members-only FREE marketing
opportunity that reaches the travel community, consumers and the media,
as well as a FREE company listing in the Industry
Search section of the TGA website.
The Travel Goods Show
The Show for luggage, leather goods, business and travel accessories, business and computer cases, handbags and other products for people who travel. With over 5,000 attendees, this annual show is the place to see and be seen. The Travel Goods Show brings all your established clients — plus the best prospective new ones — directly to you, all under one roof.
Membership Directory
The TGA membership directory is the most up-to-date networking resource available, a guide to who’s who in the travel goods industry with more than 400 company listings that include key contact names.
Industry Advocacy
TGA is the voice of the industry, educating consumers, the media, Congress and allied organizations on issues critical to TGA members. We look out for you on Capitol Hill, and keep you informed through TGA’s monthly Trade & Customs Newsletter, filled with the latest news on customs and trade rulings, textiles, quotas, exports and government activities that impact our industry.
Award-winning Publications
Travel
Goods Showcase reaches more than 21,000*
readers every issue, and it's the single best way to stay
abreast of the latest consumer trends, marketing tactics,
industry personalities and product news. It's the official
publication of The Travel Goods Show, and helps influence
key retailers, manufacturers, suppliers, and consumer and
trade media. Delivered five times a year.
TGA NEWS
The official e-newsletter of TGA, TGA News,
delivers too-hot-for-the-presses industry updates, reports on
legislative and regulatory activity and TGA events. Get it sent
to your inbox, or access it online through www.travel-goods.org.
*Includes pass-along readership
Trademark Registry
Launching a new line? Starting a business? Creating a
new marketing slogan? Take advantage of TGA's online trademark
registry and let us do all the research for you!
Employment Advertising
The TGA website is the hot spot for employers and job
seekers alike. Members get free access to job listings, and companies
can post job openings for a nominal fee, reaching the best pool
of prospective candidates.
Ground Freight Program
TGA has joined with PartnerShip, the leader in discounted shipping programs
for associations. Reduce your large freight shipment costs and small package
shipment fees with Yellow Transportation and FedEx. With free enrollment,
and zero shipping minimums, it's a no-risk way to save freight charges.
Air Express Program
Worldwide Express — through a partnership with
Airborne Express/DHL — gives TGA members next-morning, next-afternoon,
second-day and international express services. Rely on Airborne
Express's 50 years of experience to get your rush shipments out
on time, every time.
24-hour Access
Industry information is at the tip of your fingers, Right
Now. Our comprehensive directory of travel goods-related
industry info is available around the clock through the TGA website.
And There's More!
We're always looking for new ways to improve member
benefits. If you have a suggestion for a new program, or a way
to improve on one of TGA's many existing programs, please let
us know by contacting Cathy Trecartin, 419-873-0212 , ctrecartin@travel-goods.org.
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