IR in Focus

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.

In a world, where AI is ostensibly at everyone's fingertips and has largely gone from buzzworthy to saturated - gain a clearer perspective for your IR program.

Host Carmen Lilly sits down with colleague, Daniel J. Sandberg, a thought-leader at the intersection of data science, finance, and mathematics for an engaging, fresh take on Artificial Intelligence or "AI". Their conversation unveils AI origins, implications for IR practitioners, what to avoid, plus tips for navigating emerging and evergreen technologies to accelerate progress for IROs.

In this final episode of 2023, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Lindsey Hall, Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Sustainable1 and co-host of the ESG Insider podcast. Together they discuss the pace of progress, with insightful dialogue on the outcomes from COP28 (the United Nations' 28th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change). Their discussion explores sentiments heard from global stakeholders across public and private sectors, as corporations, governments and financial institutions navigate their sustainability journey seeking solutions to the far-reaching climate crisis, whether through aligning to the Global Stocktake, adhering to regulatory frameworks, assessing climate-related risks, or adjusting business strategies to foster nature-positivity. Take a listen now.

In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by fellow podcast host, of Street Talk, Nathan Stovall. Carmen and Nathan's discussion dives into a brief recap of the year, including major events within the banking sector and the implications for investors, they unpack capital markets forecasts for 2024 - with insights on whether economic conditions will stabilize and broader valuation expectations.

In this episode, host Carmen Lilly takes a closer look at retail investors, how they behave, and their strengths and explores top tips for engaging with this diverse investor base. Carmen is joined by special guest, Matt Joanou, CEO and co-founder of Stakeholder Labs. Their conversation dives into institutional investors' relationship with the retail investor community, and what opportunities exist to leverage retail investor sentiment, participation and growth. Take a listen now.

In this episode, host Carmen Lilly explores effective engagement with investors, from shareholder composition to industry trends and post-pandemic shifts in investor behaviors and regulatory requirements. Carmen is joined by two esteemed guests from the Investment Research Firm, Edison Group, Neil Shah, Executive Director of Content & Strategy, and Patrick Yau, Managing Director of Strategic Investor Relations. Their robust conversation looks at current trends, and the nascent arc of investor relations as new shareholder groups express dominance in various sectors, including retail, sustainability, and more.

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Host Carmen Lilly dives into the career pathways of Gen Z IROs. Generation Z is currently the largest generation on Earth. This episode's Special guest was recently honored by the National Investor Relations Institute in their "Rising Leaders Under 40". Miranda Villavecencio, Investor Relations Analyst at Ball Corporation and Co-Sponsorship Chair for the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the National Investor Relations Institute. They dive into Gen Z's nontraditional entries to the IR profession. Carmen and Miranda discuss experience with organizations' early careers recruitment strategies, post-pandemic transition to work, social investing and aligning work to Gen Z values, in addition to work/life balance, the rise of sustainability practices, and emerging technology.