Membership
Join India's largest retail professional network
Membership Plans
Choose the plan that suits you and become part of India's most influential retail community.
General Member
- Daily retail news snippets
- Monthly newsletter subscription
- Research Reports (Basic)
- Weekly Retail News Podcast
- Access to News and Articles
- Dashboard with limited features
- Access on social media platform
- Members in WhatsApp Group
- Access to open job opportunities
Associate Member
- Daily retail news snippets
- Monthly newsletter subscription
- Research Reports (Basic)
- Weekly Retail News Podcast
- Access to News and Articles
- Dashboard with limited features
- Access on social media platform
- Members in WhatsApp Group
- Access to open job opportunities
- Personalised Job Assistance
- Access to Resume Database for employers
- Discounts on networking Event Pass (DORI)
- Startup funding based on the project merits
- Startup guidance from successful business entrepreneurs
- Eligibility for AIRG leadership positions
- Access to Free Training Contents
- Access to Educational Contents
- Access to Advance Research Reports
- Discounts at Brand Partners Outlets
Core Member
- Daily retail news snippets
- Monthly newsletter subscription
- Research Reports (Basic)
- Weekly Retail News Podcast
- Access to News and Articles
- Dashboard with limited features
- Access on social media platform
- Members in WhatsApp Group
- Access to open job opportunities
- Personalised Job Assistance
- Access to Resume Database for employers
- Discounts on networking Event Pass (DORI)
- Startup funding based on the project merits
- Startup guidance from successful business entrepreneurs
- Eligibility for AIRG leadership positions
- Access to Free Training Contents
- Access to Educational Contents
- Access to Advance Research Reports
- Discounts at Brand Partners Outlets
- Personal accident insurance
- Complementary health risk assessment
- Group health insurance at discounted rates
- Medical vault
- Reminder (text/email)
- Vital/physical activities monitoring system
- Unlimited tele consultation
- 50% discounts on health check and diagnostic
- 21 days complementary access to virtual yoga session
- Other benefits at discounted price
- Legal counseling on personal matters
- Credit line of ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000
Who Can Join
AIRG Membership Criteria
Membership criteria are set to ensure that professionals within AIRG membership are committed to the mission, vision and values of the AIRG, as well as a steadfast belief in retail, real estate, social responsibility, personal and professional development along with organizational growth, and collaboration with other like-minded institutions.
A professional seeking membership of AIRG should meet the following criteria:
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Must be of sound mind and Indian National.
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Be active in the area of retail and real estate or a closely related field.
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Endorse the values and general principles of the AIRG, as reflected in its strategic plan.
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Represent an organization, institution or agency and be active in social welfare of the retail fraternity and AIRG's priority areas.
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Be actively supporting the attainment of the AIRG Code of Conduct.
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Must be approved by the AIRG National Council.
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Must be a professional or promoter working in any retail or real estate domain.
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Must be willing to volunteer, contribute and donate his/her skills to AIRG social welfare schemes.
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Agree to AIRG's Code of Conduct (COC).
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People willing to recruit new employees to contribute to employment generation.
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The applicant must have a demonstrable clean track record in a retail field relevant to AIRG membership policy.
What We Expect
Members' Responsibilities
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Actively initiate and participate in collaborative activities to achieve AIRG goals and objectives.
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Contribute to AIRG social schemes — including technical expertise, legal expertise, financial support, event organizing, connection and reference and assistance with media and networking.
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Promote the principles and values of the AIRG and share knowledge on lessons learned, success stories, case studies, and policy approaches that help accelerate action towards retail and real estate.
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Link AIRG website from their organization's website.
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Keep their profile contact information up-to-date by communicating changes to the AIRG secretariat.
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Contribute to AIRG activities and newsletter by sharing new ideas, data, best practices and other relevant news related to retail and real estate.
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Attend and contribute to the Global Forum about Indian Retail and Real Estate.
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Participate in the implementation and monitoring of AIRG Social programs towards overall development of underprivileged, needy and new pass-outs.
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Regularly update the AIRG on social activities to support mapping at global, regional and country levels.
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Promote the work of the AIRG and advocate for retail and real estate.
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Share job openings with AIRG and help AIRG members to get placed.
What You Get
Membership Benefits & Services
AIRG offers a full range of services and programs to help members develop their personal and professional growth.
Make Your Voice Heard
AIRG represents its members at regional, national and international levels, especially in decision-making processes and co-operations with stakeholder organisations. Active participation in the ministry as a consultative member forms a major part of AIRG's policy making role.
Stay Informed
AIRG functions as a communication platform for sharing and disseminating information among its members through publications, its website, social media, and the e-Newsletter named ReTale — covering latest developments, events, new markets, malls, brands and store launches.
Facilitation & Collaboration
AIRG facilitates communication between professionals and supports collaborative activities. We engage in joint campaigning and advocacy with our members to maximise impact nationally and internationally.
Sharing Knowledge & Expertise
Our global network enables members to share experiences from a wide variety of contexts across retail policy, and to strategise together to encourage retail reform.
Increasing Visibility
Members become part of a prominent national network. AIRG publishes member news and events on its website, disseminates information via daily news alerts and monthly newsletter, and amplifies visibility through Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+.
Employment & Placement
AIRG's Human Resource Committee is committed to social empowerment and continuously works towards placement of its members, partnering with leading placement agencies specialised in retail and real estate professionals.
Business Advisory Support
AIRG provides retail and real estate advisory support individually upon request or through events, helping developers where quality assurance procedures are being established.
AIRG Events & Networking Meets
AIRG organises events on topical retail and real estate issues. Annual networking meets named DORI (Development of Retail in India) invite all members to interact and transact business.
Access to Research Reports
Members can freely access research reports, survey findings, trade info, and legislation updates on a regular basis.
Business Expansion & Franchise Support
Members can list retail properties on ReTale for lease and access the inventory database. AIRG also houses franchises, investors and master franchises for cross-exchange of ideas and investment.
Financial Support
AIRG has associations with banks, NBFCs, VCs, FIIs and individual financers. Members can raise finance or funding based on their individual and brand profile.
Medical Insurance & Healthcare
Members are covered under personal accident cover, key-man and kidnapping insurance with medical vault, risk assessment analysis, and heavy discounts on health checks and diagnostics.
Knowledge Upgradation & Training
AIRG's Knowledge Management Committee works with institutions for knowledge sharing, sourcing and training of individuals, partnering with leading agencies to enable members to get trained and become employable.
Legal Support
Get legal support from AIRG's legal matter experts for business and personal matters related to retail and real estate.
Start-up Support
Get dedicated startup support from AIRG's expert and experienced members to help navigate the complexities of launching in the retail sector.
Free Promotion & Members' Area Access
Members may promote their brands and events through AIRG's social media and website. Members also receive access to the Members' Area with General Assembly minutes, event registrations, reading materials, and discussion forums.
How to Become a Member
AIRG accepts applications for membership from retail and real estate professionals, agencies, and organizations working in the retail and real estate sectors that meet the membership criteria. The degree of compliance with the membership criteria is assessed through an external review by the AIRG National Council.
To become an AIRG member, register online using the link below and our team will get in touch with you.
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