Black Friday’s Too Late: How To Conquer Decision Season and Activate Holiday Shoppers
Tuesday, September 15 · 30 minutes
Before the leaves change color in September, holiday shoppers are already making decisions. InMarket’s 2026 Holiday Shopping InSights report reveals that 66% of shoppers plan to begin between July and Halloween.¹ 👀
Join InMarket’s SVP of Data Insights, Peter Hartt, and VP, Practice Leader of Retail, Gerry Joyce, as they unpack Decision Season: the critical window when marketers can still shape what ends up in a shopper’s cart. They’ll cover the generational, economic, and behavioral shifts driving this holiday season, from AI-powered deal hunting to the continued dominance of in-store shopping, and share strategies for winning Decision Season, the Cyber 5, and the Final Dash before Christmas.
You don’t want to miss this. There will be a raffle giveaway for attendees!
¹Source: InMarket study conducted in partnership with Kantar, who provided the sample data. Based on an online survey of 1,983 US adults fielded in July 2026 and weighted to US Census demographics.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Right Message, Right Generation
Value > Discounts
The Final Dash
FAQ
Is there a cost to attend?
No — this session is free.
Will I get a recording?
Absolutely! We’ll send out the recording after the session.
What if I can’t make it live?
Register anyway! We’ll follow up with a recap and materials afterward.