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AIS Win Industry Voted Award

AIS Win Industry Voted Award
Published on 07 Aug, 2023

Associated Independent Stores (AIS) and its Furniture team are delighted to have won the Best Buying Group category in the Big Furniture Awards, as voted by the furnishing industry.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank our members and suppliers for their continued support, and everyone in the industry who took the time to vote” Emma Rackley, Director of Furniture and Home said.

“We are a very passionate team at AIS, committed to supporting the industry and championing the independent retail sector, and this recognition makes our hard work and dedication even more worthwhile.”

Going forward, AIS will be supporting members with new products to “excite and entice” their customers at the next INDX Furniture Show.

“We’ll be showcasing new products through our online membership Hub, and at our upcoming INDX Furniture shows, the next of which is taking place at our West Midlands event venue Cranmore Park, on 19-22 January 2024,” Emma revealed.

“INDX Furniture is a fantastic opportunity for our members, retailers, and suppliers to connect, network, and celebrate the industry and in January 2024, we’ll be bringing together a trend and innovation-led product showcase across upholstery, living room, dining room, garden, and accessories. “

Running Friday to Monday, the first day of the show will be reserved exclusively for our AIS members, and the team looks forward to welcoming general trade colleagues across the subsequent days.

AIS and INDX Furniture Trade Shows

To find out more about the INDX Shows visit www.indxshows.co.uk. You can also find out more about AIS, the UK's leading buying group and how to become a member or a supplier, visit our about us page. Alternatively, you can contact one of our industry experts today.

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