2026 Technology & Services Industry Leaders List

Welcome to the 2026 Technology & Services Industry Leaders List

Following the successful launch of Credit Connect’s Industry Leaders list. Credit Connect is pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural Technology & Services Industry Leaders.

This new list will recognise and champion Technology Service leaders who contribute to positive industry change and are making a measurable difference in their field. They have been identified as influencing the future of credit and collections technology and services. The list is compiled by Credit Connect upon a set of pre-qualifying criteria which is then ratified by Credit Connect’s consultancy panel.

The list starts with the Credit Connect team collating information about senior individuals in the credit and collections industry throughout the year which is based on the following criteria: Representation in industry news (setting new agendas and announcing key industry partnerships) and engagement with the media, Senior responsibility and oversight for influencing technology and service industry enhancement and change, Visually seen to be attending and/or supporting industry events, Presenting thought leadership topics and Industry recognition at association events as well as performance at technology and services awards events.

NEW 2026 EVENT: Wednesday 18th November, Midland Hotel, Manchester

This year will see the launch of the inaugural  Technology & Services Industry Leaders Networking Dinner. The event is an ideal opportunity for Technology & Services peers to meet and discuss new and existing partnerships.

The exclusive Technology & Services Industry Leaders member dinner will take place the evening before the Autumn Credit & Collections Technology Think Tank and Commercial Conference at the Midland Hotel in Manchester. The event is an opportunity to network with the industry. The dinner will include a three-course menu and light entertainment.

Event Qualification:

Technology & Services Industry Leaders will be sent an email before the end of August, confirming whether they have been chosen for the 2026 list and giving them an exclusive opportunity to attend the event dinner.  A limited number of tickets will also be made available for current Industry Leaders to attend if they wish.

Agenda and Format:

  • 6.30pm: Networking and drinks reception
  • 7.30pm: Introduction speeches from Credit Connect and sponsors
  • 7.45pm  Three-course dinner and informal networking
  • 8pm: Announcement and presentation of the 2026 Technology & Services Industry Recognition Award
  • 9.30pm: Event finishes

*Sponsors are given exclusive access to network with Technology & Services Industry Leaders. The event sponsors will be announced soon.

The key elements related to eligibility for individuals to be included on the list are available on request. At the beginning of 2027, individuals will also be allowed to nominate to appear on the 2027 list. Details will be available at a later date.


*A limited number of Technology & Services Leaders will be able to collect their physical badge when registering to attend the Conference or Think Tank which takes place the next day.

**As a digital list, it will remain fluid throughout the year. Credit Connect reserves the right to remove individuals should they move roles or should we become aware of any alignment and/or bias towards other media outlets.

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