How Independent Business Group Works

  • Collective buying power without loss of control

    Members retain full ownership of their business while accessing group-negotiated pricing and supplier terms.


  • Practical support beyond buying

    Marketing, systems, advice, and operational support designed for real independent retailers, not corporates.


  • A genuine partner, not a rulebook

    IBG exists to strengthen independent businesses, not dictate how they run.

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What Independent Business Group Delivers

  • Buying Power Without Compromise

    Access national buying power and supplier relationships without surrendering control of your business.

  • Support That Actually Helps You Run Better

    Practical support across marketing, operations, and strategy designed for real independent retailers.

  • True Independence by Design

    IBG exists to strengthen independence, not replace it with rules, mandates, or hidden agendas.

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Who Independent Business Group Is Built For

  • This Is for You If

    ✓ You own an independent retail or service business

    ✓ You want buying power without giving up control

    ✓ You value practical support over generic advice

    ✓ You are focused on sustainable growth, not short-term wins

    ✓ You believe strong relationships beat transactional deals

  • This Is Not for You If

    ✗ You want a franchise-style rulebook

    ✗ You don't value increased margin and exclusive brands

    ✗ You want someone else to run your business for you

    ✗ You are looking for a quick fix rather than long-term improvement

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Built by industry leaders with firsthand retail experience

IBG is led by people who have operated, advised, and grown independent businesses themselves.

Procurement & Buying Group Access

Access group-negotiated pricing, improved trading terms, and supplier relationships typically reserved for much larger organisations.

IBG helps independent businesses reduce costs and improve commercial outcomes through collective buying strength, without compromising ownership or control.

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Marketing Support that Drives Results

Practical marketing support designed to help independent businesses stand out and turn visibility into sustainable revenue.

IBG works alongside members to strengthen brand presence, improve customer engagement, and execute marketing activity that delivers meaningful commercial results.

Business Consulting & Advisory

IBG provides hands-on advisory support across planning, strategy, and operations, informed by real-world retail experience and focused on helping business owners make better decisions with confidence and build long-term improvement.

Who We Work With

  • Core retail and technology

    ✓ Computer and technology retailers
    ✓ Appliance retailers
    ✓ Furniture and workplace retailers

    ✓ Hardware and home improvement retailers
    ✓ Phone repair and mobile service retailers

  • General retail

    ✓ Toy retailers
    ✓ Gift and general merchandise retailers

    ✓ Homeware retailers

    ✓ Electrical retailers
    ✓ Newsagents
    ✓ Post offices

  • Office and mixed-format retail

    ✓ Office supply and stationery retailers
    ✓ Multi-category independent retailers

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Support is tailored to the business, not the category.

Why Independent Business Group Exists

To strengthen independent businesses by giving them leverage, clarity, and support without compromising who they are.

Become a Member

See how Independent Business Group can support your business without compromising independence.

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