The 2026 IIAR> AR Forum + London Summer Party! (06/26)

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IIAR> AR Forum + Summer Networking Party London, 11th June 2026

We’re delighted to announce the 2026 IIAR> AR Forum + London Summer Party — an afternoon and evening dedicated to analyst relations professionals, industry peers, and members of the wider IIAR> community.

The IIAR> Analyst Relations Forum: will bring together AR leaders, practitioners, analysts, and industry experts for insightful conversations around the evolving analyst landscape, professional growth, and the future of influence and engagement.

Throughout the Forum, attendees can expect discussions covering analyst relations best practices, evolving engagement models, industry trends, and peer-to-peer learning designed to help AR professionals strengthen their strategy and expand their networks.

The Forum will then transition into the  IIAR> Summer Party  — an informal evening of cocktails, networking, and community in the heart of London. This annual gathering offers the opportunity to reconnect with peers, meet new faces, and celebrate the analyst relations profession in a relaxed setting.

Whether you’re a long-standing member or new to the AR industry, the Summer Party creates space for meaningful conversations, stronger professional relationships, and valuable networking with analysts, sourcing advisors, AR practitioners, and members of the IIAR> Extended Board.

Thanks to our sponsors, CapGemini and Omdia

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What to Expect?

  • Networking with analyst relations professionals and industry peers
  • Informal conversations and relationship building
  • Opportunities to connect with IIAR> members and guests
  • A relaxed evening celebrating the AR community
  • Insightful discussions around industry trends and shared experiences

To our members: this event is included as part of your IIAR> membership — one of the many ways we support connection, collaboration, and professional development across the AR community.

For future members, join today to attend the Forum + Summer Party and discover the value of being part of the IIAR> network.

Event Details

Date> Thursday 11 June 2026
Time> Afternoon + Evening
Venue> Central London

Registration for IIAR> members

Spaces are limited, make sure you register today!

You will need your member portal details to register, please contact our community manager if you need help.

Register here

New members are welcome!

Please join the IIAR> before registering for this event.

Apply here

Summer Party registration for Analysts

Analysts, if you haven’t been invited already by your favourite AR pro, please join the waiting list below. Or check with your AR buddies for the direct link.

Link to the Eventbrite page.

IIAR> Summer Party tickets FAQ

  • Who can attend? The IIAR> AR Forum is open only to IIAR> Members. The IIAR> Summer Party is open to both eligible Analyst relations professionals and bona fide industry analysts.
  • Can analyst relations professionals invite analysts? Yes, IIAR> Members are encouraged to to invite their favorite analysts! See instructions in the registration confirmation. Analysts, if you haven’t been invited already by your favourite AR pro, please join the waiting list below. Or check with your AR buddies for the direct link.
  • Can other publics attend? Yes, analyst firms staff including sales are welcome to purchase a ticket (subject to approval).

Meet your AR Forum and IIAR> Summer Party hosts

IIAR> AR Forum agenda

We’re pleased to announce a great agenda.

Welcome to the IIAR>Aniruddho Mukherjee & Ludovic Leforestier / IIAR> Board Members
AI, Influence & the Future of Analyst Relations by Kerry Hallard, GSA
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 1.
A) Best practices workshop: AI and AR –what could go wrong?Ashutosh Dikshit / IIAR> UK Chapter Co-Lead with Michal Rennett / SUSE and Anurag Singhal / BMC Helix
B) Best practice workshop: Working with Gartner –what’s changed?Aniruddho Mukherjee / IIAR> Board Member with Alexia O’Sullivan / Capgemini and Amanda Lopez / HPE
Workshop Session 1: Key TakeawaysEd Gyurko / IIAR> UK Chapter Co-Lead with all the workshop co-hosts
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 2.
C) Best Practices Workshop: Future of AR –what will AR look like in 3 years? Pedro Domingues / IIAR> UK Chapter Co-Lead with Sandeep Mehta / TCS and Suzannah Archibald / EY
D) Best Practices Workshop: Managing AR programme as if you are in a startup = with no budget!Ludovic Leforestier / IIAR> Board Member with Claire Williamson / Resonnance and Graham Westrop
Workshop Session 2: Key TakeawayEd Gyurko / IIAR> UK Chapter Co-Lead with all the workshop co-hosts
The vendor briefing sins by Aura Popa, CSat

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