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AIS Announces Mary Portas as the Keynote Speaker at its Annual Conference 2023

AIS Announces Mary Portas as the Keynote Speaker at its Annual Conference 2023
Published on 23 Feb, 2023

Associated Independent Stores (AIS), the UK and Ireland’s leading buying group for fashion, home, and leisure for independent retail, hosts its Members at the first face-to-face AIS annual conference since the pandemic, and the first under the leadership of AIS Managing Director, Sue Kemp.

Tackling challenges in independent retail together

The theme of the conference, on 19 June 2023 and held at Cranmore Park, Solihull, is ‘Thriving Together in 2023’.

Delegates will hear from leading industry experts and insightful speakers on topics relating to the challenges faced by independent retailers today, as well as having an opportunity to network with fellow Principal Members.

Thrive together

Commenting on the conference, Sue Kemp said: “We are thrilled to have secured Mary Portas as the keynote speaker at this year’s conference. Her progressive vision for independent retail and bricks and mortar stores is exciting and I know our Principal Members will gain a great deal from her insights.

“On a personal note, I am also looking forward to catching up with our Members collectively and hear first-hand their own experiences and challenges. It will be a great opportunity for us all to get to know each other a little more and help us thrive together in 2023 and beyond.”

Mary tops the bill

The conference schedule is packed with expert led sessions focused on succession planning, digital marketing opportunities, and business strategy. Headlining the main speaker programme is passionate supporter of independent retail, Mary Portas. The leading retail consultant and broadcaster, will be discussing her views on the future of independent British retail, covering topics from sustainability, diversity and how to revive the local high street.  

Mary Portas to speak at AIS Conference on 19th June 2023

For more information about the AIS Annual Conference visit the dedicated conference area on the Hub.

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