Ascendant Network Announces Comprehensive Sponsor Lineup for the Inaugural SHOWCASE: World’s First Retail + Commerce Media UpfrontToday, Ascendant Network announced a comprehensive lineup of presenting sponsors for SHOWCASE: the world’s first retail + commerce media upfront, taking place on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at The Times Center in New York City. Bringing together the world’s most powerful buyers and media networks, the inaugural retail media upfront event features a roster of category-leading presenting sponsors spanning across national and regional grocery, discount, drugstore, department store, home improvement, specialty retail, delivery, financial services, payments, and more.
Ascendant Network to Host Inaugural SHOWCASE: The World’s Largest Retail + Commerce Media Upfront
Ascendant Network, the premier community for progressive marketing and retail executives, today announced SHOWCASE, a groundbreaking upfront-style event designed to redefine the commerce media landscape. Set to take place in New York City on September 2, 2026, SHOWCASE will serve as the definitive marketplace for brands, agencies, and the leaders of the third wave of advertising.
