Vision

We aspire to a world where…

• Businesses are sustainable, profitable, and respected.
• Owners trust managers to help develop strategies that create long-term value and provide effective oversight of the company.

Mission

Our association identifies, interprets, and delivers insights on critical issues that shape independent retail owner agendas. Through actionable resources, our association enhances owners’ ability to fulfill their roles to enhance the value of their retail stores.

Advancing Exemplary Member Leadership

We empower more than 18,000 members to lead with confidence. As the recognized authority on leadership practices, we help retailers strengthen stakeholder trust and public confidence by ensuring that today’s owner / operators are well-prepared for tomorrow’s challenges.

Top retail owners join our association to elevate performance, gain foresight, and instill confidence. Fostering collaboration among retailers, distributors, and manufacturers, our independent retail association sets the standard for responsible leadership.

Elevate performance. Gain foresight. Instill confidence. Join us today.