Devlin Lindeque has been appointed as new Interim Director of Fashion, Toys and Sports by Associated Independent Stores. Lindeque brings over 20 years’ experience to AIS including Disney, Mothercare and Merlin Entertainments with expertise in leading buying and design teams as well as constructing and developing ranges across multiple product categories.
Devlin will be leading the Fashions, Toys and Sports product areas to ensure that the AIS membership is supported by the best retail expertise for independent retail. Devlin said:
I am delighted to have joined AIS, the largest retail buying group for independent retail across the UK and Ireland. I look forward to working with the team and developing the Fashion, Toys and Sports product areas, and am excited to meet and collaborate with AIS Members and Suppliers.”
Sue Kemp, Managing Director of AIS, added:
I am thrilled that Devlin has joined the AIS senior leadership team, bringing his wealth of experience and expertise to the organisation and our Members. I am very much looking forward to working with him and welcome Devlin to the AIS community.”