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2024 was an incredible year for the Merchant Advisory Group (MAG)! We broke new ground with our inaugural MAG Payments Summit – London 24 and in November, we concluded our largest-ever MAG Payments Summit – Singapore 24, showcasing remarkable progress and achievements across our global events.
MAG Payments Summit – London 24 (10-12 June 2024)
The first-ever MAG Payments Summit in Europe exceeded all expectations, laying the foundation for future success. Despite starting merchant and sponsor outreach in late 2023, the event showcased the strength of our community and the potential for growth in the European market.
- Participation Highlights
- Attendees: 257 registrations with an impressive 81% attendance rate (207 attendees).
- Merchant Brands: 58 unique brands represented across 11 countries.
- Exhibitors: 27 exhibitors from a diverse range of service providers.
- Speakers and Sessions: 41 guest speakers delivered valuable insights across 18 sessions.
- Key Agenda Topics
The summit explored transformative topics that resonated deeply with the audience, including: - “How Artificial Intelligence Will Shape the Future of Payments”
- “Trends in Payments Costs for European and UK Retailers”
- “Unleashing Payment Orchestration: The Key to Scalability and Flexibility in Modern Transactions”
- Engagement and Feedback
The energy throughout the summit was tangible, with active session engagement, dynamic Q&A interactions, and extensive networking opportunities. The exhibit hall provided a lively, welcoming space that enhanced the event's collaborative atmosphere.
“The event exceeded my expectations.” ~ MAG Payments Summit Sponsor, London 2024
“Really great first event. Well done!” ~ MAG Payments Summit Attendee, London 2024
The successful turnout and enthusiastic feedback from participants and sponsors highlight the growing relevance of our presence in Europe. A heartfelt thank you to the MAG team, merchants, sponsors, and everyone who contributed to making this event a success.
MAG Payments Summit – Singapore 24 (13-15 November 2024)
MAG Payments Summit- Singapore 24marked another milestone, solidifying MAG's presence in the region. With a 300% increase in attendance over three years, this year’s summit was the largest and most impactful to date.
- Participation Highlights
- Attendees: 226 registrations with an 80% attendance rate (181 attendees) – 20% growth over last year.
- Merchant Brands: 51 unique brands and growing each year.
- Speakers and Sessions: Over 40 speakers across 18 sessions.
- Exhibitors: A 100% increase in exhibitors, with a vibrant hall that offered several industry-leading solutions to the merchant community.
- Agenda and Insights
The summit agenda offered a diverse array of insights, featuring merchants, industry experts, and thought leaders who tackled pressing issues and explored innovative solutions. The use of interactive tools enhanced audience participation, fostering lively discussions during sessions which continued into the networking events. - Feedback and Reflections
“Continue growing the attendees; we saw a big difference in the quality this year versus last year. I only anticipate this will continue to grow.” ~ MAG Payments Summit Exhibitor/Sponsor, Singapore 2024
The summit’s success is a testament to the commitment and collaboration of the APAC advisory team, sponsors, and participants. We take great pride in the connections built and knowledge shared, and we look forward to expanding this momentum further.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we reflect on the successes of 2024, we are excited to continue building on these achievements. Mark your calendars for our next flagship events:
- MAG Payments Summit – London 25: 9-11 June 2025, at Convene 155 Bishopsgate
- MAG Payments Summit – Singapore 25: 7-9 October 2025, at Marina Bay Sands.
Details on the summits and other upcoming events will be shared via our website. For questions about MAG’s international efforts, please contact Paul Tunstall or Ruth Akiba.
Thank you to everyone who supported MAG in 2024—we look forward to another year of innovation, collaboration, and growth!