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ABOUT TUMI

TUMI STORY


Founded in 1975, TUMI takes its name from a Peruvian icon known to its founder from his Peace Corps days in South America. During the 1980's, TUMI's innovative introduction of soft, ultra-functional, black-on-black ballistic nylon travel bags catapulted the company to its current leadership position.

93

Launches the TUMIwheel-a-way ,a state-of-the-art wheeled luggage design that features numerous exclusive, custom-designed components, exceptional packing capacity, in-line skate wheels and retracting handles for both carry-on and checked luggage.

94

Presents theTri-Fold Garment Bag.

90

Enters the European market through the establishment of a branch office in Germany.

92

Expands its appeal and product mix through the successful introduction of men's leather wallets and agendas.

83

Emerges as a leading design company in the luggage industry with the introduction of a revolutionary carry-on garment bag. Introduces ballistic nylon.

86

Launches the casual, functional "soft briefcase" ,category, which breaks the industry mold and leads to expanded distribution and brand awareness.

75

TUMI is founded by American entrepreneur Charlie Clifford, a former Peace Corp volunteer and importer of leather bags from South America.