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IR Society News 20 May, 2020
Message from David Walker, IR Society Chair
Click below for a brief message from the Chair of the IR Society, David Walker.
IR Society News Policy & Positions 13 May, 2020
IRO Survey: Read our report on how companies are adapting to the crisis
The IR Society recently conducted a short survey of its IRO members on how companies are seeking to adapt their reporting and investor communications during the crisis.
Blogs 24 April, 2020
A new decade, a new investor relations
It is a difficult time for the UK and global economy. Richard Davies looks back at the history of the IR industry, and provides insight into the new era – ‘IR 3.0’ – when non-financial criteria are dominant.
Blogs 24 April, 2020
Keeping a focus on stewardship
Monitoring the approach of investors to their Stewardship Code duties is a vital part of the Financial Reporting Council's work. Claudia Chapman, who is on the corporate governance and stewardship team at the FRC, talks to Kate Heseltine, head of policy and communication at the IR Society, about the Code and more.
Informed 27 March, 2020
Informed 106 – Spring 2020
This issue of Informed was published against a background of the developing COVID-19 crisis. The main features were interviews with leading figures in the City and IR, and the increasing influence of ESG topics in boardrooms and the markets.
IR Society News 26 March, 2020
Communicating Effectively During COVID-19 - Webinar Replay
In these unprecedented times, the need for clear, consistent communication is greater than ever. In the face of massive disruption to travel and normal working practices what should IR teams be doing and what tools and technologies do they have at their disposal to ensure that they continue to communicate effectively with their various stakeholders?
IR Society News Blogs 26 March, 2020
Launch of 2020 IR Society Best Practice Awards
At a time of considerable uncertainty as economies and communities struggle to cope with the far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic, stakeholder engagement and the use of digital channels has never been more important.The promotion of best practice in IR is one of the cornerstones of the IR Society's existence, and the annual Best Practice Awards, now in their 20th year, play a crucial part in this.
IR Society News 24 March, 2020
Coronavirus - Conference update
With less than three months to go until the IR Society annual conference, and given the escalating situation with the coronavirus, we feel it is prudent to consider a range of options, including potentially postponing the conference until the Autumn.
IR Society News 24 March, 2020
Delivering services for members
Like many of you, the executive team is now working remotely, but remains fully available for you and we would like to thank you once again for your understanding and ongoing support. We have made great strides in working to deliver as many of our activities online as possible to allow us to continue to deliver high quality services for our members. Please see below for further information on accessing IR Society membership services online during these uncertain times.
IR Society News 19 March, 2020
Covid-19 Update
We are living through unprecedented times and we wanted to reassure you of the IR Society’s ongoing commitment to supporting our members and the wider IR profession during this challenging period and beyond.
Blogs 20 January, 2020
Putting flesh on the bones of your corporate culture
One of the main challenges for IROs is to monitor their corporate culture and advise if issues are starting to emerge that would affect the business’s reputation. Nick Bastin sets out the problems and some solutions.
Blogs 16 January, 2020
Are companies reporting the climate change information that investors need?
Listed companies in the UK and overseas have taken on board the activists’ messages about the need for meaningful climate reporting, but there is still further to go, argues Stuart Lemmon.
Blogs 13 January, 2020
How to stand out from the crowd in 2020
In an evolving landscape for listed companies worldwide, Sandra Novakov discusses the issues that IROs should be prioritising in the coming year.
Informed 27 December, 2019
Informed 105 – Winter 2019/20
This issue of Informed included full coverage of the 2019 Best Practice Awards, with winners, judges comments and photos from the night. There was also a feature section titled ‘IR notebook 2020’, which looked at key topics in the year to come.
IR Society News 6 November, 2019
The IR Society announces appointments of new Chair and Deputy Chair
The Investor Relations Society is pleased to announce that David Walker, Head of Investor Relations at British Land and current Deputy Chair of the Society will assume the role of Chair.
Blogs 28 October, 2019
IR for small caps – the principles are the same, but the challenges are different
Clara Melia and Lang Messer consider some of the unique opportunities and challenges faced by small-cap IROs, and discuss how a well-planned IR programme can set you up for success.
Informed 21 October, 2019
Informed 104 – Autumn 2019
The main feature in this issue of Informed was titled 'IR for small caps'. It looked at opportunities and challenges, plus a new growth-focused IR programme.
IR Society News 8 October, 2019
Gary Davies to retire as CEO of the IR Society; Laura Hayter appointed as successor
The IR Society today announces that Gary Davies is to retire as Chief Executive Officer for personal reasons. Laura Hayter, currently Head of Policy and Communications, will succeed him.
IR Society News 24 September, 2019
IR Society Survey: Insights into current ESG reporting practices
With the rising interest in ESG, the IR Society recently conducted a short survey of its IRO members asking for views around current reporting practices.
IR Society News 18 September, 2019
The IR Society and ARIR announce a new collaboration on IR training and certification
The UK Investor Relations Society (IR Society) and the Romanian Investor Relations Association (ARIR) are delighted to announce an exclusive collaboration.