Member Benefit in the Spotlight - Informed
Informed magazine, the quarterly journal of The Investor Relations Society, is regularly ranked as one of the most valuable benefits of membership in our annual membership survey.
One of the IR Society's primary functions is to provide IR professionals with the information and updates required to keep abreast of developments in the sector, to digest proposed regulatory changes and to provide IR professionals with a toolkit to deal with these challenges and Informed is an essential tool in delivering this much needed information.
Each issue of Informed includes IR Society and industry news, a Policy Round Up section, two special features and subsections from our membership, professional development and events teams. These sections generally have an introduction from the executive responsible for that area with an overview of the last quarter and plans for the coming quarter. We include a huge amount of member-generated content in the form of interviews, event summaries and course evaluations.
The Policy Round Up is generated by our extremely knowledgeable policy team, made up of our Head of Policy and Content and an experienced Policy Committee comprised of IR Society members with a range of backgrounds.
The feature articles are predominantly provided by our members, and we are extremely privileged to be able to rely on such high-quality submissions from real industry leaders. All of these articles take a thought leadership approach and are not company or product specific.
A huge amount of work goes into the production of the magazine each quarter from the executive team and the publisher, but also from our hugely collaborative members, who are so willing to share their knowledge, expertise and experiences with their fellow IR professionals, with the goal of sharing best practices and raising the overall standards of the IR profession.
But don't just take our word for it - here's what some of our members have to say:
“Informed magazine is an essential resource for investor relations (IR) professionals and the broader ecosystem of companies that support the IR function. Its thoughtful content provides strategic guidance, actionable insights, and a pulse on emerging trends, making it indispensable for navigating the dynamic world of IR.
For IR professionals and other professionals supporting to the IR function, Informed offers practical advice on best practices, regulatory updates, and stakeholder engagement strategies. It equips teams with the tools they need to craft compelling corporate narratives and foster trust with investors.
What makes Informed truly unique is its inclusivity. The magazine not only serves IR practitioners but also engages third-party providers, such as AV suppliers and webcast providers, among others. By incorporating the perspectives of these vital contributors, it bridges the gap between service providers and IR teams, fostering a deeper understanding of mutual needs and opportunities.
This multidimensional approach benefits all involved. Third-party providers gain insights into IR challenges, while IR professionals discover innovative tools and services to elevate their performance. Together, these perspectives drive meaningful collaboration and innovation across the industry.
Whether you’re a seasoned IR professional or a partner supporting the field, Informed is an unparalleled resource for staying ahead in investor relations.”
“Informed does what it says on the tin! It is the go-to place for the investor relations profession for information and insight on the wide range of relevant topics for investor relations officers, from investor perspectives to regulation, from ESG to IFRS (and the whole range of alphabet soup in between). The magazine has a lively format with contributions from industry participants, and a useful source of courses and career development opportunities.”
“Informed Magazine brings the disparate world of Investor Relations into focus for many IR executives. IR is by its nature a varied and contrasting set of disciplines and it is only through Informed Magazine that all of these separate threads are regularly pulled together. It is a vital part of any IR executives’ armour.”
“As an IRO, Informed magazine is your go-to source of industry information. This is the one place you can go to for insightful articles written by both in-house IR and third party experts that is directly relevant to what we do day-in-day-out. This includes thought-leadership pieces, regulatory updates, introductions to new technology and interviews with leading protagonists. I learn a lot every time I read it.”
“Informed is an incredible industry publication. I really value it as a tool to keep on top of best practice and share knowledge within the industry. It insures I stay up to date on the relevant insights and regulations.”
To contribute to a future issue of Informed please contact robert.dann@irsociety.org.uk
Published 11 December, 2024