The number 1 experience in the UK to connect, develop and learn from fellow payments leaders
20 - 21st October 2026, Intercontinental Hotel, London UK
What is PLS?
The Payments Leaders' Summit (PLS London) is an exclusive, invite-only event held twice a year in London, bringing together senior payments leaders, decision-makers, and budget holders from across the UK.
Why visit?
Experience thought leadership, develop lasting connections, and engage in open conversations to discover ways to improve your Payments Strategy alongside 80+ UK based executives from all industries.
Register your Interest
Attend as a VIP Delegate
Whilst this is an invite-only event, you can register your interest in attending below. Our team will review your details and may be in touch to qualify and confirm your attendance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please fill out the sponsorship form rather than attendee form!
Hear Why PLS is The Summit That's Shaping the Future!
Our Attendees
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Attending this event makes networking and connecting with others so much easier. I believe the main goal for almost everyone here is to learn, and this experience truly delivers on that.
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What I truly loved about the Payment Leaders Summit was its strong focus on real-world applications in the near term. The conference had an excellent emphasis on open banking and account-to-account payments, bringing together a diverse set of stakeholders—banks, merchants, and tech providers—all in one place. The intimate setting also allowed for meaningful, qualitative discussions. Given the high-caliber cohort here, I would absolutely recommend it.
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The event was exceptionally well organised, with a format that continues to set a high standard. The combination of panel discussions and roundtable discussions were thought provoking. Overall, it was a thoroughly enriching experience.
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Very well produced event - great matchmaking for meetings, flowed well, good food and venue, felt like I had a bunch of very high value engagements. Team very friendly and good at keeping everything efficient.
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This is definitely one of the best conferences I’ve attended. Its biggest advantage is that it truly brings together professionals who are deeply focused on payments.
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I really benefited from the informal, low-traffic nature. There was a great mixture of keynote speakers/panels, roundtables, and one to ones. It afforded me the opportunity to ask lots of questions, meet the people I thought I needed to, and hear from other peers in the industry.
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I’d describe the summit as a chance to find solutions for specific challenges, while also hearing some really interesting talks. It’s a great opportunity to see the full spectrum of payments, it’s such a wide-ranging space. You get to solve immediate business problems and also discover what’s happening in areas you might not normally come across.
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For me, PLS is a real revelation, the event can open doors and provide insights into new ways of working that we should all be more open to. I would definitely recommend it to anyone in the payments industry, especially women looking to connect and learn.
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It was encouraging to see that others are facing similar challenges to those I deal with every day. I’d definitely recommend PLS to others in the financial industry, the quality of insight and helpful information you get from peers across different companies is excellent. The panels are also fantastic, both in content and in the calibre of talent they bring together
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It’s highly informative, provides an opportunity to engage with people from other industries, and offers a chance to step away from your usual routine. It’s a great way to gain motivation, perspective, and a fresh lift in your work.
Our Sponsors
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The roundtables were incredibly engaging, bringing together a diverse mix of merchants and industry experts focused on problem-solving. The presence of banking professionals added valuable insights, helping to break down challenges effectively. The one-to-one meetings were also highly productive, with a great selection of merchants that aligned with our problem-solving approach at Payabl. We really appreciated the variety of industries we could support and received very positive feedback. Additionally, the seniority of attendees was impressive—many were decision-makers with deep expertise, making for meaningful and impactful discussions.
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The ability to connect with customers we specifically want to speak to is a huge advantage. It allows us to pre-select customers, prepare accordingly, and make meaningful personal connections so we can serve their needs effectively. I believe personal introductions and connections are critical, understanding and meeting new people at these events is crucial for building relationships with customers looking to enhance their payment experiences.
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You’ve done a fantastic job of facilitating conversations—not just with the people we aimed to connect with, but also with those we hadn’t initially considered. It’s been incredibly valuable to engage with individuals who are eager to learn and explore new opportunities.
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The conference and its content are fantastic, featuring highly qualified speakers—including some real heavy hitters. While many events have great speakers, what truly sets this one apart is the curated meetings with merchants. It’s not just another industry event; it’s bespoke, exclusive, and exceptionally well curated.
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What I really like about these conferences is that you meet payment experts who are genuinely interested and self-select based on what matters to them.
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Our expectations were completely exceeded, and the Clarion team were ten out of ten to deal with. From the podcast preparation to scheduling our meetings, everything was seamless. The guaranteed ten meetings were great, and we’ve already had even more on our first day which has been instrumental in reaching our prospects and growing our network.
See The Event In Action
- 90% of attendees said they would recommend PLS to a colleague!
- 84% of attendees rated their Payments Leaders Summit experience positively!
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