Unlocking the Next Chapter of eCommerce Growth.
The Ivy Club, London
Thursday 21st January | 11:00 – 16:00
IMRG Leaders Lunch: Strategic Approaches to 2027 Growth
Understand 2026 Performance. Plan for 2027 Growth.
As AI continues to reshape customer behaviour and the eCommerce landscape evolves, where will retailers find their next opportunities for growth?
Join IMRG for an exclusive Leaders’ Lunch bringing together senior retail decision-makers to explore the trends, technologies and strategies set to shape 2027.
We'll reveal our full analysis of 2026 trading performance, including an in-depth Christmas peak review, alongside new research into retailer AI adoption and our forecasts for eCommerce revenue growth across key product categories.
Through exclusive IMRG data presentations, interactive discussions and focused 1:1 meetings, you'll hear how your peers are responding to emerging challenges, where they're investing and which opportunities could drive growth in the year ahead.
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Why Attend
This is an opportunity to step outside your usual routine, have open conversations with those who understand the pressures of retail leadership, and return to your business with renewed clarity and confidence.
Discover the key trends that shaped eCommerce in 2026, including an in-depth analysis of Christmas peak trading.
Explore IMRG's latest revenue forecasts and identify which product categories offer the greatest opportunities.
Discover how AI is changing customer behaviour, where retailers are investing and which applications are delivering results.
Share challenges, exchange strategies and build valuable relationships through interactive discussions and focused 1:1 meetings.
Event Format & Venue
Hosted at an exclusive London venue, this premium Leaders’ Lunch combines IMRG's latest market intelligence with meaningful conversations among senior retail decision-makers.
The event begins with a champagne reception, followed by expert-led data presentations, hosted table discussions and five focused 1:1 meetings.
You'll also take part in our interactive peer-to-peer idea generator, designed to encourage candid conversations, exchange practical strategies and explore solutions to shared industry challenges.
We'll finish with networking drinks, providing further opportunities to connect with industry peers in a relaxed setting.
Time: 11:00 – 16:30
Am I eligible?
The event is free for IMRG Retail Members. To ensure a relevant experience for all attendees, limited free seats are available for non-members who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Retailers who hold a manager-level position or higher within their organisation.
- Retailers who represent a retail business with an annual turnover of £10 million or more.
By adhering to these criteria, we aim to create an environment where attendees can network with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.
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