UK Customer Focus Summit 2026

Elevating Collections

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The UK Customer Focus Summit 2026 was more than just a gathering of industry experts. It was a day shaped by open conversations, fresh thinking and a shared ambition to move the industry forward.

On March 5th at Aspire Leeds, people came together to explore how customer engagement is evolving in a world that is becoming more complex, more digital and at the same time more human. Throughout the day, there was a strong sense that change is not only happening, but that it requires new ways of thinking and acting.

From economic pressures and changing customer behaviour to the impact of AI, data and digital channels, one idea stood out clearly. Real progress comes from combining innovation with responsibility and keeping the customer at the centre of every decision.

What truly defined the Summit, however, were the people. The honesty on stage, the openness in discussions and the energy throughout the day created an atmosphere that was both inspiring and meaningful.

A sincere thank you to all speakers, panellists and participants. Your insights, your openness and your willingness to share made this event what it was. We are looking forward to continuing the conversation.

UK Customer Focus Summit 2026

On-Demand Sessions

Dennis Sanford-Casey examines the UK consumer finance landscape, revealing how customers are adapting to economic pressure through changing credit, mortgage, and BNPL behaviours.
Chris Leslie explains why the collections sector plays a crucial role in keeping credit flowing, while highlighting the importance of stronger customer engagement, smarter regulation, and better use of technology.
Jules Sharples shares how AI voice agents can reduce friction in routine collections tasks, freeing human advisors to focus on the conversations where empathy and expertise matter most.
Robbie Hunter-Paul connects wellbeing and performance through practical habits, showing how small systems and consistent routines can help people build resilience in an always on world.
How well do we really understand the person behind the debt? Tim Anderton explores how data can help identify vulnerable customers and enable more human, supportive collections.
A panel of industry leaders explores how customer engagement is evolving, highlighting the growing need for proactive communication, low effort journeys, and trust driven relationships in a world of rising expectations.
Alex O'Leary explores how PayPlan is designing customer journeys around channel preference, using automation and omnichannel communication to create more flexible, customer centred support.
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UK Customer Focus Summit 2026

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