In this episode of "IR in Focus," host Carmen Lilly engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Nithya Das, GM of the governance business and chief legal officer at Diligent. Together they explore the evolving relationship between corporate boards and C-suite executives and key themes, including the shifting priorities for boards in 2025, such as focusing on growth opportunities, CEO succession planning, and navigating geopolitical risks. This episode underscores the critical role of effective governance in shaping corporate strategy and fostering inclusive leadership.

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·         Market Insights Reporting, powered by S&P Global Market Intelligence

·         Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Corporate Governance: Key Insights from Our Recent Webinar with Diligent

·         S&P Global Research and Insights: Trade Tensions

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Nithya Das
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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AI is evolving, how is your corporation preparing? In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Eric Hanselman,  Chief Analyst, Data and Research for S&P Global Market Intelligence. Tune in to discover emerging themes in AI and recommendations for corporations to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

More S&P Global Content:

• S&P Issuer & IR Solutions
• Next in Tech: Ep. 203 NRF conference shows AI challenges and rewards
• The 2025 Generative AI Outlook

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Eric Hanselman
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Ph. D. Economist and Independent Economic Policy Consultant Economist Kathryn Edwards. From emerging trends and themes, to practical tips on managing your workforce, listen in to hear an insightful discussion on the economics of labor and what corporations should prepare for in 2025.

More S&P Global Content:

• S&P Issuer & IR Solutions
• Research and Publications by Kathryn Edwards
• S&P Economic Research

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Kathryn Edwards
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly and special guest Michaella Gallina explore best practices and approaches to investor communication. Listen in for a lively discussion on how to align messaging with a corporation's long-term vision, tips on how to manage shareholder and C-Suite expectations and how to adapt in a constantly changing financial landscape.

More S&P Global Content:

• IR & Issuer Solutions

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Michaella Gallina
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly sits down with Melissa Otto, Head of TMT research at Visible Alpha, to discuss the evolving landscape of broker relationships, managing investor communications, and maintaining consistent messaging in the world of investor relations.

More S&P Global Content:

• IR & Issuer Solutions
• Webinar Replay: From Noise to Knowledge: Mastering Earnings Season and Looking Ahead to 2025. Excel in navigating the complexities of the upcoming earnings season, where our expert panel will analyze recent results and provide strategies for transforming data into actionable insights for 2025.

Visible Alpha is a part of S&P Global, creating a premium offering of fundamental investment research capabilities with S&P Global Market Intelligence’s Capital IQ Pro platform. Visible Alpha’s deep, granular consensus and broker estimates data complements Capital IQ’s broad estimates solution. The combination of our businesses allows us to offer an incredibly comprehensive platform for financial analysis, and our goal remains the same: to help you make more informed decisions while saving time and increasing efficiency.

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Melissa Otto
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by the CMO of GlobalMeet, Trent Waterhouse, to dive into the evolving landscape of virtual events in investor relations. We explore trends and themes in virtual event hosting, address challenges faced by companies in planning, coordination and execution, and how data analytics have become essential to measuring success. The conversation also touches on future trends and the impact of emerging technologies on investor communications. Tune in for insights on the future of virtual and hybrid investor relations events. 

More S&P Global Content:

• IR & Issuer Solutions
• Generative AI Solutions

About GlobalMeet: GlobalMeet empowers IR programs to design and execute polished investor calls with silky-smooth, high-definition video and audio. With fewer distractions and more control over your meeting, you can rest assured that your message comes across crystal clear to those listening on the other side.

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Trent Waterhouse
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Chris Williamson, Chief Business Economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence for a discussion on macroeconomic conditions and outlook, with insights on how the Investment Manager Index measures and forecasts investor sentiment and what these signals mean for businesses and corporations.

More S&P Global Content:

• Investment Manager Index: A forward-looking view on risk outlook and market sentiment of active investment managers on US equities

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Chris Williamson
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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Join host Carmen Lilly in an insightful discussion on sustainability regulatory developments and industry initiatives with Michael Taschner, Executive Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence. Tune in to hear expert opinions on best practices and sustainability strategies that will play outsized roles in shaping the future of financing and investment.

Credits:

• Host/Author: Carmen Lilly
• Guest: Michael Taschner
• Producer: Carmen Lilly

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In this episode we explore the impact of investor activism on corporations and strategies for navigating this increasingly prevalent phenomenon. Guest speakers, John Karageorge (S&P Global) and Craig Wadler, (Moelis & Company) are experts in corporate governance and shareholder engagement, and offer valuable insights into how corporations can effectively respond to investor activism and leverage it as an opportunity for positive change. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how corporations can effectively navigate investor activism and unlock shareholder value through proactive engagement and strategic governance practices.

Thinking about reworking your corporation's capital allocation strategies? Host Carmen Lilly sits down with, Christopher Stroh, Executive Director at S&P Global and head of the Situational Analytics team, to take a closer look at the dynamic nature of capital allocation decisions, how they are shaped by a multitude of factors ranging from economic conditions to stakeholder expectations, and the importance of strategic adaptation in an ever-changing business environment.