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In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, we focus on corporate access trends and best practices.IR Magazine reporter Noemi Distefano and editor-at-large Laurie Havelock delve into insights from the latest IR Magazine Global Roadshow Report and uncover the favorite cities for in-person roadshows across regions and market caps, along with emerging destinations climbing the ranks.They talk about the dynamics of senior management involvement in in-person roadshows versus IR-only meetings. The segment also features an excerpt interview with Lorna Davie of the Swiss IR Club, who offers advice on how investor relations professionals can plan successful IR-only meetings. Deputy editor Garnet Roach talks with Willem Fransoo, director of IR at Belgium-listed technology company Barco. He shares his experience of attending an investor day organized by the Belgian Investor Relations Association and discusses future roadshow plans and target destinations for his company in 2024. In this episode, you’ll hear:· &nbs

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, we navigate the intricate landscape of corporate reporting, with a spotlight on ESG and the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). IR Magazine reporter Noemi Distefano is joined by Giulia Scanferla, senior ESG reporting manager at British American Tobacco (BAT), to address some of the fundamental questions about CSRD. They explore the differences between CSRD and other sustainability frameworks, examine its integration for companies already adopting voluntary ESG standards and delve into BAT’s experience in double-materiality assessment. Later in the episode, IR Magazine deputy editor Garnet Roach speaks with Shell’s sustainability manager Alex Annaev, creator of the AI-powered CSRD Chat tool. Annaev talks about the motivation driving the creation of this innovative chatbot, which aims to make it simple for companies to understand their responsibilities around CSRD, and explains the challenges he faced in developing the chatbot. In

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, we talk everything careers. IR Magazine reporter Noemi Distefano is joined by Oskar Yasar, managing partner at Broome Yasar, and Smooch Repovich Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Smooch Unplugged, for a career-centric conversation. As highly regarded figures in the global IR recruitment scene, Yasar and Repovich Rosenberg provide actionable insights on navigating the ever-evolving IR environment, share the importance of personal brand awareness in career progression and delve into factors influencing IR compensation. ‘What’s really important is having the credibility and the confidence of knowing what your personal brand is,’ Yasar notes. ‘If you don’t know what it is you’re bringing to the table, how is the person on the other side of the table going to buy that product? We are all commodities; we are bought and sold.’For Repovich Rosenberg, the IR function calls for a focus on intangible leadership attributes now more than ever.  ‘The IR role

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, we highlight some of the best moments of 2023 from IR Magazine Awards ceremonies across the globe, look at ESG priorities in 2024 and cast an eye over the ever-changing world of retail investors. First, we want to take our listeners back to a few key moments our editorial team spent with award winners on the red carpet in New York, London, Toronto and Singapore, as we hope some of their overcome challenges, triumphs and insights will set the tone for a promising 2024. In the second part of the show, we report live from the floor of the ESG Integration Forum – Autumn, held this November in London. IR Magazine reporter Noemi Distefano is joined by head of content Steven Wade, senior conference producer Laurence Taylor and reporter Hemma Visavadia for a roundtable discussion on the top themes that dominated this year’s final London event focusing on the ESG landscape. Later in the show, Distefano also speaks with Christina Sautter, professor of law at S

In this episode you will hear:The role corporate culture plays in your IR strategy and shareholder communicationThe impact of board diversity on your investor engagementHow to create immersive corporate access eventsKey behavioral differences between UK and US retail investorsTop factors influencing retail investors’ decisions and the type of investment strategies they prioritize.The Ticker podcast provides listeners with insights into cutting-edge issues of the day for investor relations professionals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ticker is presented in partnership with Pulse by Public.com, providing tools for IR teams to engage retail shareholders. Find out more at Public.com/pulse.In this episode you will hear:•How the TNFD aligns with existing ESG frameworks •Practical examples on how companies can integrate TNFD recommendations into their reporting processes•The benefits for companies that proactively embrace the TNFD guidelines•How experience working in a buy-side role can benefit your job in IR •How to effectively target and retain retail investors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learning on the job with AstraZeneca's head of IR and why UK equities will outperform US by IR Magazine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ticker is presented in partnership with Pulse by Public.com, providing tools for IR teams to engage retail shareholders. Find out more at Public.com/pulse.In this episode you will hear:•What skillsets Gen Z IROs bring to the industry •What Gen Z IROs expect from companies and mentors •How to manage shareholder communications during corporate transactions •How to target and engage retail investor audiences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode you will hear:How to effectively target investors in uncertain timesHow to reassure investors when you set up a new strategyHow to successfully engage with the buy side and the sell sideRetail investors’ behavior trends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode you will hear:- Key highlights from CIRI 2023- The most discussed topics at NIRI 2023 - Best practice advice from AIRA 2023 - The challenges facing the retail investment community in Australasia.The Ticker podcast provides listeners with insights into cutting-edge issues of the day for investor relations professionals.The series features interviews with IR experts bringing a global perspective, actionable insights and commentary on trending topics. These include sustainability, activism, corporate access, regulation and more.Click here to listen and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, IR Magazine reporter Noemi Distefano speaks with Claire Keast-Butler, partner at Cooley, to discuss the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA)recent proposal to reform the UK listing regime.In an interview with The Ticker, Robert Shore, vice president of investor relations and capital markets at California-headquartered gaming company Game Account Network (GAN), talks about shareholder targeting and retention, addresses challenges for small-cap companies and shares tips on how to reassure investors during market downtrends.Distefano speaks to our partner Pulse by Public.com about the latest retail shareholder attitudes and trends in their engagement with IR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leveraging AI in IR, rethinking online communications with retail investors and more: Ticker 137 by IR Magazine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, the IR Magazine team reports live from the floor of the ESG Integration Forum – Europe to discuss key highlights from the day and new emerging topics in the ESG space.We speak to the executive vice president and chief financial officer at Paramount Global, about the company’s investment strategy.The Ticker is presented in partnership with Pulse by Public.com, providing tools for IR teams to engage retail shareholders. Find out more at Public.com/pulse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode you will hear: •Top sessions from the IR Magazine ESG Integration Forum – Europe •What IROS need to do before, during and after a company IPO•Best practices to successfully engage with retail investors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every month on The Ticker we tackle topics such as ESG, corporate access, shareholder engagement, activism and more. The Ticker brings you actionable insights and commentary on trending issues straight from your peers. Whether you are in the car, on the train, on the bus or the plane to your next IR event, the Ticker podcast will bring you the sound of the global investor relations community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Ticker podcast, the IR Magazine team discusses some of the key findings from the Global Investor Relations Practice Report 2022. As IR budgets slowly recover in the US and Europe, IR Magazine senior reporter Tim Human, contributor Lloyd Bevan and reporter Noemi Distefano ask why Asia is lagging behind. And as China reopens its borders, the team considers what this could mean for IROs and investors in the region. In an interview with our partner Pulse by Public.com, IR magazine editor James beech asks ow IR teams can best target retail shareholders. Katie Perry, general manager of Pulse by Public.com, explains how market volatility has changed the way retail investors think. Perry reveals the biggest misconceptions about retail investors and shares tips on IR best practices. The Ticker is presented by Pulse by Public.com, providing tools for IR teams to engage retail shareholders. Learn more at Public.com/pulse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of the Ticker podcast, the IR Magazine team reports from the floor of the ESG Integration Forum – Europe, held in London in November. In a roundtable discussion, IR Magazine editor James Beech, senior reporter Tim Human, senior event producer Laurence Taylor and reporter Noemi Distefano discuss the key takeaways from the forum.In an interview with Q4, Noemi Distefano speaks with the firm’s IR director Tish Crawford-Jones, who shares peer-to-peer advice on how companies can craft a compelling ESG narrative. Jeff Cossette talks to Nadya Malenko, associate professor of finance at the University of Michigan, about the potential conflict of interest proxy advisers face in selling their information to institutional investors, and what that means for companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Beech talks to Thomas Stephens, president at Corbets Capital, about how to generate alpha in volatile markets and how investors' behavior is changing in the current market turmoil. Jeff Cossette chats to tech industry marketing executive and IR professional Linda Montgomery, about why IROs should learn about blockchain, digital assets, NFTs and bitcoin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Cossette talks to Stephen Butler, director of investor engagement and ESG disclosure at Luminous, about how sustainability reporting is evolving and some of the common challenges companies face as they increasingly adopt TCFD recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.