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ERMS Portal

Connect your business with the heart of Australian retail

About ERMS

Affiliate membership is designed for service providers, suppliers and partners who work with the retail sector and want to strengthen their relationships, expand their network and stay informed on industry trends.

Benefits of affiliate membership:

  • Industry access – Connect with retail leaders through events, forums and ARC working groups
  • Market intelligence – Receive ARC newsletters, industry whitepapers, retail-specific data and insights
  • Policy & advocacy – Access ARC submissions, communications and Industry Action Plans
  • Brand Visibility – Be listed in the ARC Supplier Directory and access promotional opportunities
  • Professional development – Member rates for ARC conferences, forums, and Retail Institute training (accredited, non-accredited and micro-courses)
  • Member resources – Access member-only webinars, resources and tools via the ARC Member Portal

Who is eligible? 

Affiliate membership is open to:

  • Any business with a valid ABN that supports the retail sector
  • Cannot be a retailer or an industry association
  • Must not be a direct competitor of the ARC Strategic Partners

Want more information?

ARC is trusted by over 8,000 Australian retailers, from small businesses to the country’s most iconic brands, united in shaping astronger, more connected retail industry.

Select a membership type

Join a community of over 8,000 Australian businesses – from local retailers to the nation’s most iconic brands – all working together to build a strongermore connected retail industry. Whether you run a retail business or support the sector, there’s a membership that’s right for you.

Retail Membership

Whether you’re a boutique retailer, a growing chain, or a national brand, this membership is designed for retail businesses of all sizes. Want to join Australia’s most influential retail network?

Let’s talk shop. 

Affiliate Membership

Designed for businesses that support the retail sector, from service providers to suppliers. If your organisation works with retailers, this membership helps you connect with Australia’s largest retail network. Want to reach Australian retailers?

Let’s talk shop.