Happy International Women’s Day!

Maia Hamilton
2025-03-07T10:04:54-08:00

Tomorrow marks over 100 years of celebrating International Women's Day, and at TOM BIHN, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible women that make up our team.

The first International Women’s Day, celebrated in March 1911, started as a labor movement to promote women's rights. Today, International Women's Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

What International Women’s Day Means To Us

At TOM BIHN, we’re proud to celebrate International Women’s Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the achievements, strength, and resilience of women around the world. This day is not just about honoring progress, but also about advocating for a future where equality, inclusion, and opportunity are the new normal.

We’re proud that women make up the majority of our team—80% of our company! From crafting our most beloved bags stitch by stitch to customer service, shipping, marketing, HR, accounting, and even leading as CEO, the women of TOM BIHN are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, expertise, and creativity not only help us create thoughtfully designed products but also foster the supportive and inclusive culture that defines our brand. We owe our success to their creativity, dedication, and expertise!

“Respect everyone, work hard, and do good things, always. I’m a granny already, and I raised my four grandchildren by those mottos. I tell them to live by those mottos.” - Edelmira, Senior QA and Floor/Preassembly Professional

“I like opportunities to learn new things. I like a little challenge, and I like to find ways to overcome some of the challenges that come my way.” - TianYing, Zipper/Floor Professional

Honoring Women Today and Every Day

As we celebrate this day, we recognize that empowering women goes beyond our factory. It’s about fostering an environment where every voice is heard and every contribution is valued. We’re committed to supporting and uplifting the women on our team and beyond, today and every day.

We want to extend our deepest appreciation to the incredible women who make TOM BIHN what it is—our team members, customers, and the broader community who inspire us every day.

Honoring the Women Who Carry TOM BIHN Bags

Beyond our team, we are constantly inspired by the women who carry our bags—over half of our customers are female! From outdoor adventurers and world travelers to business professionals, educators, and caregivers, our customers show us daily what it means to lead with strength, curiosity, and passion. Whether it's a Synik backpack accompanying a teacher in the classroom, a Techonaut packed for a solo journey across the globe, or a Side Hustle helping an entrepreneur stay organized in their day to day, we are honored to be part of your journeys.

Thank you for being part of our journey and for celebrating our amazing team with us.

Here’s to the Women of TOM BIHN! Thank you for your hard work and for making TOM BIHN what it is today–we couldn’t do it without you!