# Event Details - **Event Name**: MD Ecom 26 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Our annual ecommerce conference brings together the retailers, brands, agencies & tech leaders driving this exciting sector.About this EventMD Ecom 26Agentic, Autonomous & Everywhere26 March 2026 | Manchester | Sister (Bruntwood SciTech)Building on last year’s momentum, the 2026 edition will bring together retailers, brands, digital leaders, agencies and tech innovators to explore the ideas, tools and shifts shaping the future of commerce.MD Ecom 26 is the largest senior ecommerce conference in the North West, bringing together Leaders and decision-makers from retail, DTC, platforms and digital teams to explore how commerce is being reshaped in real time.This is not a hype-led AI event.It’s a conversation about what’s actually changing, and what to do about it.Why attend?Ecommerce leaders are facing a fundamental shift:Customer journeys are fragmenting across AI, social, search and marketplacesDecision-making is becoming increasingly automated and agent-ledMargins are under pressure, while expectations around speed, trust and experience continue to riseTeams are being asked to do more with less, without losing controlMD Ecom 26 is designed to help senior leaders make sense of this complexity — with practical insight, honest discussion and peer-led perspectives.Who is this event for?MD Ecom 26 is curated for senior professionals only, including:C-suite, Directors and Heads of EcommerceHeads of Digital, Growth, Performance and OperationsSenior Product, Platform and Technology leadersEcommerce leaders from retail, DTC, marketplaces and platformsWe deliberately avoid sales-led content and junior-heavy audiences to keep conversations strategic, relevant and valuable.Key themes for 2026Agentic & Autonomous CommerceWhat happens when AI systems don’t just assist — but act?AI-led buying & invisible checkoutHow decision-making, conversion and purchase are shifting out of traditional funnels.Productivity, operations & efficiencyUsing technology to scale teams, platforms and processes without increasing complexity.Trust, risk & resilienceFraud, compliance, accessibility and control as automation accelerates.Social & off-site commerceWhat breaks when journeys move away from owned channels — and how to adapt.What makes MD Ecom different?Senior-only audience — no sales floor, no recruitment pitchesCurated speakers from leading retailers, platforms and tech organisationsPanels and discussions shaped around real challenges, not product demosMeaningful networking with people who actually make decisionsHosted by Manchester Digital, the industry body for digital and ecommerce in the North WestConfirmed speakers & brands (with more to be announced)Speakers and contributors include leaders from organisations such as:RegattaThe Very GroupTHGWhite StoresProtein WorksEGOBet365NexaPushON(Full agenda and additional speakers to be announced.)VenueSister, ManchesterA flagship Bruntwood SciTech space in the heart of the city — designed for collaboration, conversation and modern tech events.TicketsTickets are limited to maintain audience quality and seniority.If you’re responsible for growth, performance, platforms or profitability in ecommerce, MD Ecom 26 is your room. ? Date: Thursday 26th March 2026? Time: 10:00am-5pm (registration & refreshments from 09:30am)? Location: Manchester City Centre? Price: Manchester Digital members - Free (4 x tickets per company) via a special code please check your emails/newsletters or speak to your Community Manager to access.Super Early Bird - £30 (until 31st December 2025)Early Bird - £40 (until 31st January 2026)General Admission - £50________________________________________________________At Manchester Digital, we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse community where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are committed to ensuring that all our event attendees have a safe, enjoyable experience that meets their needs.We invite all attendees to contact us if they have any dietary requirements, accessibility needs, or neurodiversity requirements, or if they require accommodations to respect their cultural or religious needs during their visit. We believe that by working together, we can create an environment that is welcoming to all and allows everyone to fully participate in our events.If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to hear from you and to work with you to ensure that our events are accessible and inclusive for everyone. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/md-ecom-26/100001975609961577 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 13 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.22, max: 54.88, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Sister - Renold Building - **lat**: 53.4749382 - **long**: -2.2339994 - **full address**: Sister - Renold Building, 32a Altrincham Street, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MD Ecom 26 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3185e49c5b3b5def717e41b29ef76795611b1627487ba4fb343c65e49981990e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfffefe-gmir.jpg?v=1769014891 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MD Ecom 26 being held? - **A:** MD Ecom 26 takes place on Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am to Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Sister - Renold Building, 32a Altrincham Street, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for MD Ecom 26? - **A:** Ticket prices for MD Ecom 26 range from GBP 33 to GBP 55 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySuper Early Bird TicketsGBP 33 + GBP 3 feeLimitedEarly Bird TicketsGBP 44 + GBP 4 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionGBP 55 + GBP 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing MD Ecom 26? - **A:** MD Ecom 26 is organized by Manchester Digital. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MD Ecom 26 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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