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Winning IR is a podcast exploring the diverse insights within the investor relations community. Join host Mark Fasken as he discusses the winning strategies, tactics, and shifts in thinking with innovative investor relations professionals who are redefining the profession. Each episode features a different challenge, innovation, or perspective on the ever-evolving role of investor relations, giving you real, actionable insight you can use to build a better investor relations program. Winning IR is hosted by Irwin, an investor relations and capital markets platform built on the belief that investor relations is a critical strategic component of a company's success. Companies deserve a platform that unlocks critical strategic insight, automates manual and time-consuming tasks and consistently innovates alongside the ever-evolving role of the IR team.
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We see a lot of discussions and questions about how to build an IR program from the ground up–especially one that is adaptive and built for long-term success. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Samantha Hilson Sandler, Head of Investor Relations at SpringWorks Therapeutics, about her experience building an IR program from the ground up. Samantha shares insights from her diverse background in healthcare and corporate investment banking and offers practical advice for new...
Few industries experience the volume of existential events, personal biases, and complexities as the airline industry. Shifting bias, transforming the narrative, and thinking creatively for investor relations in these industries is paramount to successful IR. In today’s episode of Winning IR, Mark sits down with Andrew Storm, Managing Director of Investor Relations at Delta to discuss the challenges of navigating investor bias, using storytelling to reshape perceptions, and building strong an...
With the ever-changing landscape of investor relations, having a mission-led corporate culture can drive more innovative and successful investor relations programs. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Deborah Belevan to discuss how the company’s dynamic and mission-driven culture has impacted its award-winning investor relations program. From earnings calls to shareholder letters, Deborah shares her best advice and experience for thinking differently and building stronge...
For IROs, it is more important than ever to understand strategic trajectory, market position, and risk management for their companies. In today’s episode, Mark Fasken sits down with Mark Hayes, Partner and Head of Capital Markets Advisory at Breakwater Strategy, to discuss the evolving role of the elevated IRO, the significance of collaboration across functions for effective IR. and how IR can use impact intelligence to customize approaches and gather relevant insights for decision-making and...
With shareholder activism rates continuing to rise and defense strategies becoming more complex, how can IR and management teams be better prepared for activist situations? In this episode of Winning IR, Kiley Rawlins, Vice President - Investor Relations at Ulta Beauty, draws on her 25 years of experience in IR and shares insights on activism readiness and how investor relations officers should prepare for and approach potential activist campaigns. Listen to the full episode to learn more abo...
While the content of your message has a large impact on how well your company is understood by investors and analysts, how you deliver your message can carry equal weight. In this week’s episode of Winning IR, Mark sits down with David Calusdian, President at Sharon Merrill Advisors. They discuss how developing your presence and communication skills can benefit IROs and Executives alike. Listen to the full episode to learn more about:The importance of structured messagingThe Communication Pyr...
The Small-Mid-Cap landscape has changed drastically in recent years, and targeting is a key concern for companies looking to reduce stock volatility, build new relationships, and grow their company. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Jonathan Paterson to discuss how mid-cap companies can build effective targeting and outreach strategies. Listen to the full episode to learn more about:Common objectives in investor outreachIncreasing institutional shareholder baseTargetin...
Over the last few years, IR teams are increasingly becoming more proactive with buy-side engagement due to regulatory requirements and an evolution in standard practices in corporate access. During this evolution, it's become clear that there is some mystery surrounding buy-side corporate access and how IRO’s can begin to leverage these teams to benefit their outreach and relationships. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Elizabeth Librizzi, Chief Administrative Officer for Equitie...
Managing an IPO is, without a doubt, a career-making transaction for an IRO. On this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Catherine Buan, Investor Relations at Asana, discuss what IR practitioners who find or want to find themselves in the seat to lead a company through their go-public transition. Catherine is an industry veteran and has managed IPOs for some of the biggest tech companies in the market, and she shares some really insightful advice from her years of experience. Lis...
In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Patricia Cruz, Senior Manager, Investor Relations at Etsy, Inc, talk about her experience transitioning into an in-house role from a previous consulting career, and what it takes to be a next-generation IRO. Patricia shares her best advice for finding the path that will bring you the most success in your IR career, getting exposure and building your network, and ensuring you build the right skills to be successful in the long-term. Listen to...
IR is a busy and sometimes chaotic role at any public company. IR teams carry the weight of relationships that can impact a company's performance in the public markets, and managing, maintaining, and growing those relationships requires constant care. The role becomes even more critical when a company dominates the headlines.In today’s episode, Mark Fasken sits down with Andrea Daley, Vice President of Investor Relations at Dentsply Sirona. In 2022, just one year into Andrea’s tenure in her f...
One of the topics we often hear within the IR community is how to earn a seat at the strategic table. On this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Adam Borgatti, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations at Aecon Group, talk about what it takes to expand your scope of responsibility as an IRO, and how to take your leadership to the next level. Adam has held multiple senior leadership positions in the finance industry. He is currently responsible for leading Ae...
The earnings cycle can sometimes force a focus on communicating short-term results and strategies with the investment community. This can sometimes prevent issuers from sharing their companies' long-term vision and strategy effectively. So how can you ensure that your vision is understood? In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Moira Conlon, Founder, and CEO of Financial Profiles, talk about balancing short-term success and reporting with creating and communicating a long-term, v...
A foundational component to your success as an IRO is your ability to effectively build relationships and engage the C-Suite. This is no small task, as senior stakeholders tend to have varying priorities, appetites for information, and bandwidth. In today’s episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Kendra Brown sit down to discuss her twenty-four-year career at FactSet, what she brought to IR from her nearly two decades of experience in product management, and how to best become a trusted strate...
ESG remains high on the priority list for investor relations, but what does that mean to your everyday workflows? In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Jordyn Eskijian, Program Manager, Investor Relations & ESG at H&R Block, sit down to talk about aligning purpose and performance through ESG to add shareholder value and create positive impact.. Listen to the full episode to learn more about:What motivated H&R Block to implement an ESG strategyThe platforms and framew...
Starting a new role is stressful for any professional. It’s been proven that making a career change is one of your life’s most stressful events. With IR being such a critical function within a company, and with limited resources and increasing responsibility, the pressure to succeed and provide value early on is paramount. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken and Luke Wyse, Senior Vice President, Finance & Investor Relations at Triumph Financial, talk about the essential activi...
The sometimes adversarial nature between Corporate IR and the Sell-Side can result in some unknowns when it comes to building strong and mutually beneficial relationships between IROs and sell-side analysts. In this episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Megan McGrath, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations at Cushman & Wakefield. Megan's insights are incredibly valuable for Investor Relations Officers who want to enhance their sell-side coverage. As someone who has worked...
In today’s episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Alex Jorgensen, Managing Director and Head of IR at Prosek Partners to talk all things IPO. Navigating an initial public offering is no small feat, with many moving pieces and requirements to successfully launch a company into the public markets. Alex has advised on over 35 go-to-market transactions and shares his experience, best practices, and things to avoid. Listen to the full episode to learn more aboutThe team you ne...
In today’s episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Chris Mayo, CFA, the Head of Primary Markets, Americas, at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). As companies in North America continue to seek out capital in the public markets, expanding access to capital through an international listing can provide opportunities from some of the deepest pools of capital in the world. Chris shares his advice for North American companies on listing strategies and what issuers need to kn...
In today’s episode of Winning IR, Mark Fasken sits down with Mary Turnbull, Managing Director, Corporate Access, Institutional Equity Sales at Raymond James. With securing capital and building stronger relationships on the top of priority lists for issuers and IROs, Mary shares her best advice for IROs on navigating Corporate Access, how it works, and how to get more exposure to investors. Listen to the full episode to learn more aboutHow corporate access teams are structured and be...
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