Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is thrilled to announce that Jeremy Schwartz, an expert speaker on sustainability and high-performance leadership, will be a speaker its Annual Conference next week, 19 June 2023. Jeremy joins Mary Portas, and a host of other industry leading experts at the conference which takes place and Cranmore Park in Solihull - home of INDX trade shows which are curated by AIS.
Expect expertise and excellence
Jeremy has been a CEO of global consumer brands and e-commerce focused retailers and has led a number of business transformations. He has also been Marketing Director of consumer brands both nationally and internationally, including the likes of Pandora, L’Oreal UK, The Body Shop, Coca-Cola, and Sainsbury’s. In 2022 he sat as Chair of Kantar’s Sustainability Practice.
Sustainability and profit
Sue Kemp, AIS Managing Director said: “As the UK and Ireland’s leading buying group for fashion, home, and leisure for independent retail, it is vital that we remain at the forefront of the retail landscape. With the consumer trends and behaviours, as well as, governments, and investors placing a high value and urgency on sustainable business actions, it is more important than ever for independent retailers to innovate and grow in this area.”
“That’s why we are thrilled Jeremy will be joining us as an expert speaker on sustainability. We know Jeremy is highly respected in his field, and know his speeches are always interactive and collaborative. We look forward to learning from him on how retailers can make a positive impact on the world while also increasing profitability.”
Full details about the AIS Conference, which is attended by AIS Member Principals, can be accessed via the membership HUB.
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