There is a phenomenal, fast-moving eCommerce scene thriving in the North, and Connect MCR is the vibrant heartbeat of it. As the go-to event for Northern brand builders, this conference is dedicated to celebrating and accelerating the North’s reputation as an absolute DTC powerhouse.

We gather Manchester’s most forward-thinking brand founders, visionary teams, and top-tier service providers under one roof to swap strategies and spark real collaboration. We’ve previously welcomed legendary local trailblazers like Represent Clothing, Absolute Collagen, and Elle Sera to our Manchester stage to share their raw, unfiltered scaling journeys.

Connect MCR is designed to feel less like an industry chore and more like a high-energy gathering of your favourite eCommerce colleagues. Expect fast-moving, actionable panels, plenty of breaks to connect directly with potential partners, and a premium atmosphere. You'll get to hear from peers who have solved the very challenges you’re facing today, meet the suppliers who can accelerate your growth, and showcase your own brand to an incredibly supportive regional community. And because we believe the best business conversations happen with a drink in hand, we wrap up the day with a relaxed, social happy hour.

If you’re scaling a brand in the North, you cannot miss this.