AIS and Industry News
The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.
AIS Welcomes New Member Heima
AIS would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Member, Heima who joined Associated Independent...
05 Feb 2024 • 2 min read
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First Avenue Team - A Day In The Life
First Avenue is an Associated Independent Stores Member-only exclusive womenswear range, and the team...
05 Feb 2024 • 5 min read
The 5 R’s Of Retail Merchandising
Explore the 5 R's of Retail Merchandising in our latest blog post, a comprehensive guide to retail...
Tom Wheatcroft
22 Jan 2024 • 2 min read
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Industry Blog
Peter Gribby - Embracing sustainability with their Seawool® Knitwear A/W range
Initially known as a sweater house, Peter Gribby will be showcasing their eco-conscious, recycled...
04 Jan 2024 • 2 min read
Understanding Retail Merchandising
Retail merchandising can benefit your store and bring in extra revenue but how does it work? Read here...
20 Dec 2023 • 5 min read
AIS News
AIS Leadership Unveiled: Meet the faces striving for success
Collectively, our Board represents a powerhouse of expertise, each member contributing a unique set of...
11 Dec 2023 • 2 min read
Buying Furniture for Independent Retailers
Buying furniture for your independent retail store can be a difficult task but in this blog, we’ll...
01 Dec 2023 • 5 min read
Beyond Boundaries: A stylish quartet of suppliers for every lifestyle
This blog will delve into the unique offerings from four of our suppliers, each specialising in...
Adam Dee
29 Nov 2023 • 3 min read
Elevating Womenswear: Unveiling four exceptional suppliers for every occasion
In the everchanging landscape of womenswear, finding the perfect blend of style, comfort, and ethical...
Adam Dee
29 Nov 2023 • 3 min read
INDX Fashions Shows January 2024
Delivering the busiest calendar of retail trade shows in the business, INDX Shows are organised...
29 Nov 2023 • 3 min read
AIS News
AIS Collaboration Day 2023 - Round Up
Welcome to a round-up of our first ever Collaboration Day where we all got together to see the...
Adam Dee
31 Oct 2023 • 3 min read
AIS News
NEW for 2024 - Introducing INDX National Flooring Show
The Buying Groups National Flooring Show (BGNFS) sees an overhaul for 2024, re-launching as the INDX...
25 Oct 2023 • 2 min read
Trade Show Networking Tips
Trade shows are a great way to connect with other people within the industry you work which is why...
15 Sep 2023 • 5 min read
AIS and INDX Shows sponsor the 2023 Drapers Independents Awards
Associated Independent Stores and its INDX Shows, are delighted to support the 2023 Drapers...
31 Aug 2023 • 1 min read
AIS Managing Director on judging panel celebrating The Furniture Makers’ Company 60th Anniversary
To celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2023, The Furniture Makers’ Company has launched a special...
29 Aug 2023 • 2 min read