At Travel + Leisure Co., we understand that enduring success is rooted in the strength of our partnerships. Our Supplier Development + Impact (SDI) strategy prioritizes agility, innovation, and operational excellence to enhance the guest experience and drive long-term value.
Through proactive supplier engagement, we foster a resilient, adaptive, and diverse global supply chain—designed for sustainable growth.
SDI is more than procurement. It’s a strategic investment in building strong supplier relationships that:
By engaging a wide range of partners, we gain a competitive edge grounded in flexibility, responsiveness, and shared success. Our approach strengthens local economies and promotes responsible practices across industries and regions.
Travel + Leisure’s mission to ‘Put the World on Vacation’ guides every aspect of our business. From creating unforgettable guest experiences to operating with strategic excellence behind the scenes. We’re committed to delivering on our promise at every touchpoint by building a supply chain that is sustainable, scalable, and future-ready.
We work with a broad spectrum of suppliers—from agile startups to established global enterprises—across multiple industries and regions
This wide range of ideas allows us to:
Certified small and specialized businesses strengthen our competitive edge and operational excellence.
We value the insight and innovation that a broad supplier base brings to our operations.
We welcome partners with certifications from respected organizations, such as:
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Other globally recognized accrediting bodies
Our Tier 2 Program ensures opportunities for small businesses extend beyond our Tier 1 vendors to their own suppliers.
This layered model expands reach and amplifies impact across the value chain.
Encouraging Tier 1 suppliers to engage qualified small businesses results in:
We track Tier 2 contributions via routine reporting cycles that measure:
Access Gainfront for Tier 2 Reporting. This ensures transparency and accountability throughout the network.
We are always looking for partners aligned with our forward-looking vision—suppliers committed to:
Whether through technology, efficient operations, or local partnerships, our suppliers help us raise the standard.
Travel + Leisure is dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of our supply chain. Environmental sustainability is a core expectation of our SDI framework.
We encourage all suppliers to adopt:
Together, we reduce environmental impact and help build a more sustainable future.
Travel + Leisure provides suppliers with access to tools and support, including:
Our goal is to ensure suppliers meet Travel + Leisure’s standards, and build strong, reliable partnerships that contribute to long-term mutual success.