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The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.
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The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
The Coronation weekend provides an abundance of opportunities for people to come together in celebration.
03 May 2023 • 1 min read
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Showcasing New AIS Suppliers At Our INDX Trade Shows
Calling all homeware buyers, discover some of the best quality and diverse suppliers that AIS works with.
28 Apr 2023 • 4 min read
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Sustainability and Heritage at the Heart of What We Do
Our team of expert selectors curate a commercial, relevant supplier portfolio so our Members can...
28 Apr 2023 • 4 min read
What is a Flooring Buying Group?
There are many options when buying flooring products for your independent business, but have you...
17 Apr 2023 • 3 min read
Fashion Visual Merchandising Top Tips
Visual merchandising is one of the best ways to showcase fashion products. Read on to discover our top...
10 Apr 2023 • 4 min read
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AIS Unveils INDX 2024 Show Schedule
AIS reveals its 2024 calendar for its industry-favourite INDX Home, Fashion and Leisure trade shows.
03 Apr 2023 • 5 min read
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Supporting Our Members and Suppliers at the Farm Shop & Deli Show in April
Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is teaming up with Suppliers and exhibiting at this year’s Farm...
22 Mar 2023 • 2 min read
INDX Bed & Bedrooms Trade Show April 2023
Join us in April for the INDX Bed & Bedrooms tradeshow, held at Cranmore Park - our state-of-the-art...
21 Mar 2023 • 2 min read
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LIFETIME Kidsrooms is the New Kid on the Block at AIS
Introducing LIFETIME® Kidsrooms, specialists in children’s bedroom furniture and the latest brand to...
09 Mar 2023 • 2 min read
Can You Buy Items At A Trade Show?
Retail trade shows are a great place to connect with suppliers & discover new trends in your industry....
28 Feb 2023 • 2 min read
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AIS Announces Mary Portas as the Keynote Speaker at its Annual Conference 2023
Associated Independent Stores (AIS) announces Mary Portas as the keynote speaker at its AIS Annual...
23 Feb 2023 • 2 min read
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One Small Step for MAN, One Giant Leap for INDX
INDX MAN, the UK’s largest dedicated menswear show, returned on February 5-7 for a sell-out show which...
19 Feb 2023 • 3 min read
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Top Highlights From the Recent INDX Sports & Leisure Trade Show
INDX Sports & Leisure 2022 featured over 90 brands, including both big names such as Brooks, Hoka, New...
19 Feb 2023 • 5 min read
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Delivering Excellence in Retail Buying and Merchandising Direct to Independent Retailers
Retail Buying and Merchandising (RBM) enhances its team with the appointment of Tracie Charity as...
17 Feb 2023 • 2 min read
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Introducing Nudea, the Latest Sustainable Underwear Brand to Join AIS
Intimate apparel brand Nudea, is the latest underwear brand to join AIS as a supplier.
13 Feb 2023 • 2 min read