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  • Effective inventory management is a cornerstone of retail success, ensuring that businesses can meet customer demand without overstocking or understocking. For smaller, independent retailers, particul ...
  • Every year, Spring Fair and Autumn Fair attracts over 45,000 visitors combined, each one a potential customer or client that contributes to the growth of your business. But with so many competitors al ...
  • Anne-Marie has a background in marketing, communications, and product development spanning both commercial and not-for-profit organisations.   As head of membership, Anne-Marie champions the needs of ...
  • We’re excited to announce Autumn Fair 2024’s partnership with ACID. This year, Anti Copying In Design (ACID), The Intellectual Property (IP) membership organisation for designers, manufacturers and cr ...
  • Laura Newbold Breen, ACID’s CEO, joined the company in December 2023 as COO following 10 years as Head of Legal for Magmatic Ltd, previous owner of the Trunki brand.   Laura holds a Masters’ Degree in ...
  •   AI stock management tools in a small business can significantly enhance inventory control, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. This is a simple guide to help you start using AI in retail and small ...
  •   AI in retail is growing. Picking the right AI for stock management is key for small businesses to be more efficient. This article compares five top AI inventory control tools designed for small busi ...
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers powerful tools that can transform the way small retailers operate, enhancing everything from inventory management to customer engagement. As the retail landscape co ...
  • In an era where business agility and adaptiveness are more crucial than ever, the merging of online and offline wholesale platforms presents a compelling opportunity for retail businesses. The COVID-1 ...
  • We're here to help you figure out if your business is ready for trade, whether you make, create, design, or simply sell products in your store or online. If you're a business owner in the home, gift, ...
  • In today's rapidly evolving marketplace, understanding consumer behaviour is essential for businesses aiming to connect with their target audience effectively. Each generation, Gen Z, Millennials (Gen ...
  • Spring Fair are excited to launch an online guest contributor program. This initiative aims to provide valuable advice and insights on trade-related issues from industry experts and to highlight thoug ...
  • We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be attending the Progressive Greetings Live 2024 show on the 4th and 5th of June. Taking place in The Business Design Centre, this prestigious event is an exhibit ...
  •   On the 16th of May the Spring & Autumn Fair team attended The Gift Awards held at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel. We were honoured to be the headline sponsors of an event brought together over 400 g ...
  • Formerly a graffiti artist, Alex Angel-Benscher the founder and designer of Vurchoo Jewellery launched this revolutionary business in 2015. Now, Vurchoo has grown to become a successful jewellery bran ...
  • From the rise of experiential shopping to the integration of AI-powered solutions, the retail industry is constantly changing.  As technological advancements, shifting consumer preferences, and global ...
  • When virtual platforms dominate sales and marketing, it's easy to overlook the benefits of in-person events. For businesses in retail’s home, gift, and fashion sectors, exploring platforms beyond onli ...
  • As the largest seasonal showcase taking place in the last half of the year, Autumn Fair is hosted at the NEC, Birmingham, 1st – 4th September. By attending, you’ll discover next season’s bestsellers, ...
  • At the late end of April, the Spring & Autumn Fair team was a sponsor for the prestigious Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The event was splendidly opened by ...
  • We’re thrilled to be part of The Gift Awards, an exciting event that honours the best and most innovative products in the gift industry. As a long-time sponsor of The Gift Awards, our partnership refl ...
  • On Thursday, April 25th, 2024, the Spring & Autumn Fair team will attend the prestigious Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. Launched in 2016, each year, the Bra ...
  • As part of our 'Behind the Brand' series, we’re excited to share some interesting interviews from reputable retail businesses with you. Discover the story behind Lesser & Pavey, learn what keeps them ...
  • The UK’s largest retail marketplace for Home, Gift & Fashion, Autumn Fair has announced the launch of a New Business Pavilion designed to support small businesses and the next generation of makers and ...
  • With conversations of employee wellbeing and quiet quitting filling our news feeds, what does this mean for employers and how do businesses overcome this very daunting challenge of employee retention? ...
  • Who are the innovative brands shaping the retail industry? And what are the strategy benchmarks you should be measuring your future success against? Kate Shepherd and Matt Parry from The Future Collec ...
  • If you’re a small business owner looking to expand your brand's reach and establish valuable relationships within the retail industry, showcasing your brand at trade show might be for you. Trade shows ...
  • Formerly a corporate strategist, Lara led the development and delivery of group strategy across a £40 million global media portfolio, working across 17 diverse sectors.     Under her leadership, Brity ...
  • In the bustling halls of the Spring Fair 2025, industry leaders gathered to unpack the transformative power of sustainable trends in retail. In a retail climate where consumers demand more ethical pro ...
  • As retailers continue to find new ways to grow their businesses, understanding the crucial elements and practical considerations involved in private label collaboration can help to level-up your growt ...
  • What does it take to really engage your customer’s sixth sense? Taking the stage at Spring Fair 2024, Stephen Spencer, owner of retail consultancy Stephen Spencer + Associates shared his insights on t ...

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