MRC Virtual Summits are focused, single-day online events exploring key payment and fraud prevention topics. Each summit dives deep into a specific theme, whether it’s a regional risk landscape, an emerging technology, or a pressing challenge facing the industry.
Designed to be informative and engaging, these summits feature expert panels, merchant case studies, and actionable insights from thought leaders across the ecosystem. With 600- 900 registrants per event, MRC Virtual Summits offer a concentrated opportunity to connect with a global audience of industry professionals.
Open to all, registration is complimentary for MRC members, making these summits powerful platforms for learning, collaboration, and discovering new solutions.
WHY SPONSOR?
Branding and Visibility:
- • Promotion emails and newsletter coverage
- • Conference registration site
- • Event presentation template
- • Web banners on the MRC website
- • Social media posts
- • Sponsor page on event hosting platform
- • Inclusion on MRC event calendar with sponsor logo and 500-word company description
Thought Leadership:
- • Opening remarks “stage” time (up to 5 min)
- • Sponsor a participant on one discussion panel during the event
- • 1 tailored thought leadership session during the event
Reporting:
- • Post-event access to event attendee list (contact info of all opt-in attendees)
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
| Summit | Date | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual Summit: AI | 27 January 2026 | Virtual | SOLD |
| Virtual Summit: VAMP | 9 June 2026 | Virtual | SOLD |
| Virtual Summit: Preparing for the Holidays: Fraud Trends | 22 September 2026 | Virtual | SOLD |
| Virtual Summit: Tokenization | 17 November 2026 | Virtual | SOLD |
| Virtual Summit: Agentic AI | 26 January 2027 | Virtual | ON SALE |
| Virtual Summit: TBD | 8 June 2027 | Virtual | ON SALE |
| Virtual Summit: TBD | 28 September 2027 | Virtual | ON SALE |
| Virtual Summit: TBD | 16 November 2027 | Virtual | ON SALE |
Partner With Us to Shape the Conversation
Our Virtual Summits bring together a highly engaged audience of merchants, payments professionals, and risk leaders looking for practical insights and forward-thinking strategies. While we have identified several timely themes, we're eager to collaborate with sponsors to develop content that reflects the latest industry challenges, emerging trends, and real-world experiences. Together, we can create sessions that are relevant, thought-provoking, and deliver value to attendees while showcasing your expertise.
Suggested Topics Available for 2027 Summits:
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The Hidden Cost of Trust: Tackling First-Party Misuse & Policy Abuse
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Fraud Inc.: Inside the Business of Modern Fraud
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The New Chargeback Landscape: Navigating Risk, Revenue & Recovery
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The Future of Trust: Identity, Security & Customer Confidence
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Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders in Risk & Payments
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What’s Next? The Forces Reshaping Fraud & Trust
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Breaking Silos: The Future of Fraud Intelligence Sharing
MRC Virtual Summits offer a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise, build brand visibility, and engage directly with key stakeholders in the payments and fraud prevention space. Whether you're looking to generate leads, elevate your thought leadership, or connect with merchants, there’s a sponsorship package to match your goals.
