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AIS and Industry News

The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.

Sue Kemp Reflects on a Year of Success for INDX Trade Shows
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Sue Kemp Reflects on a Year of Success for INDX Trade Shows

INDX welcomed over 6,500 retailers, and showcased other 1,800 market leading brands in 2022. Read more...
15 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
Host of New Exhibitors Join INDX Furniture Trade Show
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Host of New Exhibitors Join INDX Furniture Trade Show

Organised by AIS, its team of furniture experts reveal the exciting new exhibitors attending INDX...
14 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Welcomes New Home Supplier – Riva Home
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AIS Welcomes New Home Supplier – Riva Home

AIS Buying Group is delighted to announce Riva Home, one of the UK's leading suppliers of cushions,...
12 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
Supplier Benefits Of A Buying Group

Supplier Benefits Of A Buying Group

Supplying to buying groups has many benefits, from saving time to increasing revenue. Read more here.
07 Dec 2022   •   3 min read
AIS Members Attend a Royal Reception with HRH The King
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AIS Members Attend a Royal Reception with HRH The King

Two AIS Member Principals, attend a royal reception with HRH The King.
01 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
INDX Sports And Leisure 2022

INDX Sports And Leisure 2022

The INDX Sports And Leisure Trade Show is returning this December! Find out all the details, including...
28 Nov 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Appoints New Chair to Support Independent Retail to Thrive
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AIS Appoints New Chair to Support Independent Retail to Thrive

AIS, the UK and Ireland’s leading buying and services group for Fashion, Home, and Leisure for...
23 Nov 2022   •   3 min read
The Ultimate Trade Show Check List For Attendees

The Ultimate Trade Show Check List For Attendees

From booking early to remembering your business cards, make the most out of every trade show you...
16 Nov 2022   •   3 min read
Dream Toys Top Toys for Christmas 2022 Chosen With the help of AIS’ Rosie Marshall
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Dream Toys Top Toys for Christmas 2022 Chosen With the help of AIS’ Rosie Marshall

Over the past few months, AIS Toy expert Rosie Marshall and the wider Dream Toys team have been hard...
09 Nov 2022   •   4 min read
How Do Buying Groups Work?

How Do Buying Groups Work?

Discover how buying groups for retailers work, and how independent businesses can access exclusive...
03 Nov 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Welcomes New Fashion Supplier – Peregrine
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AIS Welcomes New Fashion Supplier – Peregrine

Introducing Peregrine, the newest menswear and womenswear fashion brand to join the AIS Buying Group...
20 Oct 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Announces its Association with Diversity in Retail (DiR)
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AIS Announces its Association with Diversity in Retail (DiR)

As the leading buying and services group for independent retail in Fashion, Home and Leisure in the UK...
Amanda Adams 19 Oct 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Welcomes New Member Lakeland Fashion Group
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AIS Welcomes New Member Lakeland Fashion Group

Specialists in luxury leather, sheepskin garments and accessories, Lakeland Fashion Group announced a...
04 Oct 2022   •   3 min read
How to Create and Run Successful Social Media Competitions and Giveaways
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How to Create and Run Successful Social Media Competitions and Giveaways

AIS offers expert advice on how to run a successful social media competition and giveaway.
03 Oct 2022   •   3 min read
Trade Shows: An Invaluable Retail Resource
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Trade Shows: An Invaluable Retail Resource

How do you choose the right Trade Show for you?
03 Oct 2022   •   3 min read
Eric Musgrave, Fashion Industry Commentator, Supports INDX Fashion Shows
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Eric Musgrave, Fashion Industry Commentator, Supports INDX Fashion Shows

Leading fashion journalist, Eric Musgrave, lends his supports at INDX shows and offers insights to...
28 Sep 2022   •   2 min read