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Sirius discuss the importance of building new connections ahead of the group’s 2025 events
M
aking new contacts, connecting with your
network and keeping up to date with the latest industry innovations, is really important to ensure that your business keeps moving forwards. As independent retailers delivering people-focussed solutions, you need to make sure that you factor in facetime within the industry so you can keep growing and developing as a professional. Sirius Buying Group has once again confirmed its annual International Conference 2025 will take place from 18th to 21st May in Tenerife, and its UK Trade Show is happening on 17th September 2025 in Milton Keynes. Both events are musts for every member given the fully, comprehensive programme of events to help them optimise time away from day-to-day business. Darren Scott, National Business Development
Manager at Sirius says, “We can’t wait to bring our Members and Approved Suppliers together again next year! From insights in the sun to product showcases in Milton Keynes, our Conference and Trade Show are key for learning, networking, and exploring new opportunities.” This year’s Sirius Trade Show had ringing endorsements from attendees who enjoyed an exclusive preview of trends for the year ahead, as well as special deals and rewards for members. It is an annual opportunity for members to discover the latest products coming to market and ensure they can have the edge on their competition with an exclusive product mix tailored to their customers and sales territory. Next year’s event at at Marshall Arena, the home of the MK Dons in Milton Keynes will be even bigger and better to support the growing Sirius community and as an established One-day event members will enjoy the very best in hospitality alongside their business needs. Conferences provide a unique environment in immersive venues which give industry leaders even more opportunities to focus on their long-term vision, future strategies and gain a deeper perspective on developing their people and processes going forwards.
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our conference as our Members appreciate that success is a marathon, not a sprint. In fact, we pride ourselves on promoting a growth mindset and are looking forward to sharing a wealth of resources at our conference from the latest global consumer trends to tried-and-tested systems to streamline stock management and ordering.”
Mark Veysey, Head of Operations at Sirius
says “Our annual conference gives business owners and leaders the complete package in turns of networking, brainstorming and business development with invaluable peer-to- peer support. We believe in facilitating change and ensuring that every single Sirius Member is aware of how innovations in technology and consumer preferences are shaping our market so that they can be empowered to make the best possible decisions going forwards. Combining supplier presentations and one to one business meetings, the International Conference experience enables new connections, ideas and collaborations to develop in a supportive environment as our sector continues to evolve.” The Sirius senior leadership team fully understands the challenges for the independent retailer as the latest OBR reports reveal that GDP growth is forecast to reach 1.1% this year, 2.0% in 2025 and 2.0% in 2026. Mark adds, “The Sirius team are always available to advise on individual strategies at
The agenda includes structured time for
Members to focus on their medium and long-term strategy as well as developing their partnerships with Sirius Approved Suppliers during their one-2-one personal meetings and networking throughout the duration of the Conference. In addition, Members will enjoy the best in five-star hospitality at the Gala Dinner and celebrate every success together. Steve Jones, Managing Director at Sirius adds,
International Conference PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
“Having the time and space to reflect on your business with likeminded people will give you a fresh perspective on ways to remain relevant in the present and evolve for the future. The breadth of experience and knowledge in our community is unbeatable and I am really proud of how our community welcomes newcomers to the fold. We have huge support from our Approved Suppliers and work very hard with them to ensure that Sirius Members can select best-in-class products for their customers whether they are looking to extend into the lucrative kitchen studio market or explore opportunities with supplying trade customers.” The annual conference allows Approved Suppliers and Sirius Members the time to enhance and build rapport in a relaxed business environment, and discuss generating a better understanding of the leading brands and retail businesses within the group to maximise every opportunity. Sirius work in partnership with its Approved Suppliers, who give huge support to ensure unique offers at the Conference, which include new product introduction, market trends and exclusive offers so all members have the option to select products that will future proof their business.
Winter 2024
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