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Our INDX fashion shows are tailored to help Members thrive
We’ve been busy hosting sensational brand and buying events, catch up on our INDX highlights...
Evie Bowers
07 Aug 2025 • 3 min read
AIS News
AIS ups the ante on trend forecasting service for Members
We are continuing to enhance our insights and trend forecasting service, designed to provide Members...
Evie Bowers
14 Jul 2025 • 2 min read
AIS News
Elevating our SS26 Fashion brand portfolio with Katag
Following the successful launch of our exclusive menswear ranges with German buying group Katag last...
14 Jul 2025 • 2 min read
AIS News
INDX Shows
Reinvigorated own label Dreamworld Collection creates a buzz at INDX Beds
INDX Beds returned to Cranmore Park at the end of April, treating visiting retailers to a showcase...
12 May 2025 • 4 min read
AIS News
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AIS celebrates Hatchers 250th Anniversary
Hatchers, one of the country’s oldest family-owned department stores, have been thriving for the last...
Evie Bowers
24 Apr 2025 • 6 min read
AIS News
Dream Team Set to Unveil "Dreamworld Collection" Promising a Winning Range for Our Independent Retailers
We are excited to announce the launch of our new "Dreamworld Collection" at the INDX Bed Show, taking...
15 Apr 2025 • 2 min read
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Discovering new product opportunities at exclusive Member Showroom Preview
Members attending the recent INDX Home show, were invited to an exclusive showroom preview. Building...
10 Mar 2025 • 2 min read
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AIS Announces partnership with Omni Capital Retail Finance
We are delighted to announce our new finance partner Omni Capital Retail Finance who will further...
18 Feb 2025 • 2 min read
AIS News
Morleys Stores | Driving Success with the Toy Import Programme
The AIS Toy Import Programme is a great opportunity for our Members to access exclusive toy ranges...
04 Feb 2025 • 3 min read
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Welcome to Liz Mouat, Home Category Manager | Helping to drive Member success in 2025
I have recently joined the AIS Home team, bringing over 25 years of experience in the Home, Beauty,...
09 Jan 2025 • 2 min read
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AIS pays tribute to outgoing Chair, Neville Moore and announces new Chair, Darryl Simpson
Neville Moore, Chair of the Association of Independent Stores (AIS), has concluded his tenure after a...
13 Nov 2024 • 4 min read
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Connecting with our Members is our strength
The AIS Northern Ireland Regional meeting held on 14 and 15 October was a resounding success. These...
31 Oct 2024 • 4 min read
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Rosie Marshall of AIS joins the Toy Retailers Association board
Rosie Marshall of AIS joins the Toy Retailers Association board
01 Oct 2024 • 2 min read
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02 Sep 2024 • 4 min read
