Summit
May21
NewYork
4:30-9:00PM
Apparelmagic Summit 2026
A Cut Above: The Next WAIve of Apparel Intelligence
Go beneath the surface of AI adoption in fashion - from design and planning, to inventory, automation, and growth
Date
May 21st, 2026
Location
NH Collection - Madison Avenue, NYC
Beyond the Spotlight
Step Inside the Next Era of Fashion Tech
The ApparelMagic Summit brings together a handpicked group of clients, partners, and industry voices for an evening of conversation in a setting built for connection.
More intimate than a conference and more substantive than a networking event, the Summit is a space for candid conversation, shared perspective, and a closer look at how AI is becoming the force quietly transforming the fashion business from the inside out, and what it will take for brands to thrive in this new environment.
The Countdown
The Main Event - May 21st
Happy hour & Brand-Led Discussion
Cocktails & (Literal) Fireside Chat
The MAD Piano Lounge
Hotel Accomodation
Stay Where the Magic Happens
NH Collection Madison Avenue
The Agenda
What's Up Our Sleeves for SUMMIT
12:00 - 4:00 PM
ApparelMagic Office Hours
Networking
Community
Start the Summit with dedicated access to the ApparelMagic team for focused, one-on-one conversations. Bring your questions, workflows, and goals for tailored guidance across product strategy, operational best practices, platform adoption, and opportunities to get even more value from ApparelMagic today.
5:00 - 5:30 PM
The Intelligent Supply Chain: AI, Logistics & Operational Agility
Mike Le
CEO @ Conative AI
Daniel Goodfriend
CTO @ Brand X Commerce
Brandon Ginsberg
CEO @ ApparelMagic
Andrew Potkewitz
Moderator @ ApparelMagic
AI
Fashion
Retail
Tech
As apparel brands face increasing pressure around speed, accuracy, fulfillment, and cost control, AI is becoming a powerful layer across supply chain and logistics operations. This session will explore how connected data, automated workflows, and AI-driven insights can help teams anticipate issues, improve coordination, and build more resilient operations.
5:30 - 6:00 PM
The AI-Ready Brand: Optimizing Data, Content & Marketing Channels
Yiqi Wu
Founder & CEO @ Aimerce
Lee Bissonnette
CEO @ Brand X Commerce
(formerly VP Ecom @
Marc Fisher Footwear)
Anastasia Melvin
CS @ ApparelMagic
(Formerly Operations Director @ Oliphant)
Andrew Potkewitz
Moderator @ ApparelMagic
AI
Fashion
Retail
Tech
As AI reshapes how customers discover, evaluate, and engage with brands, clean data and connected content matter more than ever. This session will explore how apparel businesses can optimize websites, product information, and multi-channel marketing systems to improve visibility, consistency, and performance across the full digital journey.
6:00 - 6:30 PM
KEYNOTE
The Fashion Tech Landscape: Navigating the "NUANCED" AI terrain
Brandon Ginsberg
CEO @ ApparelMagic
Andrew Potkewitz
Host @ ApparelMagic
AI
Fashion
Retail
Roadmap
Join ApparelMagic CEO Barndon Ginsberg as he unpacks the broader look at the fashion technology market and the forces influencing how brands evaluate, adopt, and connect their systems. This session will examine trends across AI role in (and impact on) commerce, ERP/tech stack integrations, data, and automation, helping leaders understand what is changing around them, how to identify (and avoid) the hurdles, pitfalls, and quicksand – and how to approach buy-in and measure resource allocation.
4:30 – 6:30 PM
Cocktail Reception
Welcome
Drinks
Passed Apps
Ease into the evening at The MAD Bar & Lounge with cocktails, conversation, and connection. This elevated reception brings together apparel and fashion leaders, partners, and the ApparelMagic team in an intimate setting designed for warm introductions, meaningful networking, and a refined Midtown experience.
5:00 - 6:30 PM
FIRESIDE CHATS: The Next Wave of Fashion Technology
AI
Fashion
Retail
Tech
Join AI-forward fireside chats and panel discussions exploring how fashion brands can move from curiosity to practical adoption. Together with AI experts and brand leaders, we’ll unpack AI Agents, workflow automation, operational use cases, and next steps for teams at every stage of the journey ahead.
6:30 – 8:00 PM
Drinks & hors d'oeuvres
(For guests who will not be attending dinner)
Fashion Tech
Product
Strategy
Following the Fireside Chat, the evening continues with drinks, appetizers, and relaxed conversation, offering guests a more casual way to keep networking, compare takeaways, and connect with peers, partners, and the ApparelMagic team before live music begins at 8:00PM.
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Private Dinner @ Serafina
Elevated
NYC
Italian
Dining
Confirmed dinner guests will gather at Serafina for an intimate seated dinner designed to extend the conversation beyond the Summit programming. Expect a warm, hospitality-driven setting for deeper relationship-building, thoughtful discussion, and a memorable New York evening with industry peers and friends.
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Live Jazz Featuring Hector Martignon
Entertainment
Smooth
Jazz
Close out the evening back at The MAD Bar & Lounge with live jazz from residency musician Hector Martignon, courtesy of NH Collection and The MAD Bar & Lounge. His smooth sounds will be a fitting, sophisticated, New York-inspired finale to the Summit experience. Guests can settle in for music, cocktails, and conversation in a stylish lounge setting that carries the night through to 11:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have any additional questions? Contact us at marketing@apparelmagic.com
Who is the ApparelMagic Summit for?
The ApparelMagic Summit is designed for a curated group of ApparelMagic clients, partners, and industry leaders. Attendance is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate, thoughtful, and genuinely valuable for everyone in the room
When is the Summit?
The ApparelMagic Summit 2026 takes place on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The event series of events run from 4:30pm to 9:00pm ET.
Where is the event being held?
The Summit is being hosted in New York City, with the main event centered at NH Collection New York Madison Avenue. The evening also features a Cocktail Reception and Fireside Chat at The MAD Bar & Lounge and dinner at Serafina – Madison Avenue.
What can attendees expect from the evening?
Guests can expect an intimate evening of connection, conversation, and perspective-sharing around the next era of fashion technology and AI. There is a cocktail reception, a brand-led discussion, and a dinner - overall a more personal experience than a traditional conference.
What is this year’s theme?
This year’s Summit theme is “A Cut Above: The Next Wave of Apparel Intelligence,” with a focus on how AI is shaping fashion across design, planning, inventory, automation, and growth.
How do I register?
To attend, guests should request a seat through the event page. This is not an open-ticket format. Space is limited, and confirmation is required.
Is my registration automatically confirmed?
No. Seating is limited, so submitting a request does not guarantee attendance. Guests will need to receive confirmation.
Is there a cost to attend?
No, there is no cost to guests to attend the Summit.
Will the full agenda be shared in advance?
Yes. It will be shared the week of April 20th.
Is there a recommended hotel?
Yes. Summit is at NH Collection New York Madison Avenue, and the hotel has extended special rates for Summit attendees. Booking link in page above.
What should I wear?
We recommend smart business or polished cocktail attire- something that feels professional, elevated, and comfortable for an evening of conversation, hospitality, and dining.
Who should I contact if I have questions?
For additional questions, guests can reach out to marketing@apparelmagic.com
Can I bring a guest?
Because seating is limited, guest attendance may be subject to availability and approval.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes - the “Request a Seat” form includes a section for dietary restrictions.
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