MDS Inspire

Date: Mar 9–11, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Price: $1,895

MDS Inspire is an exclusive event for 7-9 figure e-commerce founders and industry leaders, focusing on scaling businesses across Amazon, TikTok, and DTC channels. Attendees will gain actionable strategies from founders actively scaling their brands, covering topics from paid ads and logistics to AI in e-commerce.

MDS Inspire is a premier, high-impact event meticulously crafted for ambitious e-commerce entrepreneurs, high-level brands, and seasoned experts poised to scale their businesses to seven, eight, and even nine-figure success. The core mission of Inspire is to provide a unique platform where real-world tactics and actionable strategies are shared directly by founders who are actively in the trenches, scaling their own multi-million dollar brands. Unlike events featuring theorists or motivational speakers, Inspire prides itself on delivering insights from operators currently navigating the complexities of the modern e-commerce landscape.

This event is specifically designed for Founders, CEOs, and brand owners, as well as Ecom Managers for larger CPG brands. It caters to those scaling on Amazon, TikTok Shop, DTC, and retail channels, and individuals running brands from high six figures up to $100M+. If you are seeking concrete, implementable strategies from peers who are actively growing their businesses, Inspire is the essential gathering for you.

The agenda is packed with critical topics vital for contemporary e-commerce growth. Key areas of focus include scaling on TikTok Shop, comprehensive strategies for selling across Amazon, Retail, and DTC, and navigating Amazon challenges and compliance. Attendees will delve into the crucial agency vs. in-house decision-making, explore content creators, affiliates, and UGC campaigns, and master paid advertising across Amazon PPC, Meta, and TikTok ads. Furthermore, the event will cover logistics and supply chain optimization, and the transformative role of AI in e-commerce, including AEO, MCPs, and automation systems.

Notable speakers, all of whom are successful e-commerce founders, will share their expertise. While specific backgrounds are not detailed for all, the emphasis is on their current success in scaling businesses. Speakers include:

• Max Mikhaylenko: "Scaling Modern Brands"
• Alex Chiru: "Amazon in 2026"
• Josh Hadley: "CEO Scorecard"
• Brandon Himmel: "Scaling Affiliates"
• Damon Sununtnasuk: "AEO with n8n"
• Zain Ali, Leo Limin, and Bora Mutluoglu: "TikTok Panel"
• Meher Patel: "Using MCPs for Ads"
• Fernando Campos: "TikTok at Scale"
• Adam Weiler and Shinghi Detlefsen: "How to Roll Out AI in Your Company (The Right Way)"

Networking opportunities are a cornerstone of MDS Inspire. The event features "Meet N' Speed™" sessions designed for structured, fast-paced connections, ensuring every attendee leaves with meaningful relationships. "Coffee Chats" provide direct, one-on-one access to over 40 expert founders and operators, allowing attendees to bring their biggest challenges and receive actionable advice. There are also dedicated "Focus Groups" for intimate, interactive discussions and collaborative problem-solving.

Special networking events include the "MDS Ecom Centurion Founder Dinner" for founders operating over $20M+ in revenue, and the "MDS Connect Women's Dinner" for women in e-commerce to share stories and build community. The event also leverages its co-location with Prosper Show 2026, offering additional networking avenues.

Attendees will gain invaluable actionable takeaways, forge powerful connections, and acquire cutting-edge insights. The event promises to equip participants with real tactics that drive growth, helping them avoid common pitfalls and accelerate their scaling journey.

The event takes place at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada, a renowned venue known for its luxurious accommodations and world-class facilities, providing an ideal setting for high-level discussions and networking. A unique feature that sets Inspire apart is its unwavering commitment to featuring only founders and operators who are currently scaling their businesses. This ensures that every session delivers practical, relevant, and up-to-the-minute strategies, rather than theoretical concepts or outdated advice. The event's focus on intimate, structured networking, combined with deep-dive sessions and direct access to experts, creates an unparalleled environment for growth and collaboration within the e-commerce community.