In both bull and bear markets, investor relations is a demanding career. We’re the 'jack of all trades' for our companies, keeping up with regulatory changes and global economics, communicating the technical complexities of our industry, and understanding the environmental, social and economic concerns of our stakeholders and the potential impact on the company. We travel the globe, talk for hours, write countless emails and press releases and try to convey the corporate message in a manner that meets the needs of every shareholder. Some days we’re elated, other days we’re exhausted, but one fact rings true for every investor relations professional: this job is challenging, but it’s never boring.

As your stakeholders demand more from you, we call on you to rise to the challenge and push yourselves to reach a higher standard of investor relations. CIRI’s 2013 Annual Conference will help you meet and exceed that challenge.

Based on your input, the Annual Conference Committee has developed a comprehensive program to help you reach a higher level of excellence in your profession. We’ve paid special attention this year to the different needs of small cap and large cap companies to ensure all of our attendees hear about topics relevant to their investor relations program.

You will hear directly from CEOs and Directors to gain insight into C-Suite expectations and how IROs can get a seat at the Board table. You’ll learn how to prepare for proxy season and engage with activist shareholders. Our panel of sustainability experts will discuss how CSR reporting can give your company a competitive advantage in the market. You’ll hear about regulatory changes, how and why you should market abroad, how to develop your own brand, what the sell-side needs from you, and options for raising capital in today’s challenging market.

Knowing what’s going on in the markets and where they’re headed is half the battle. Todd Hirsch, Senior Economist at ATB Financial, will share his insight into global market trends and what to expect in the coming year. And should things go sideways and your company become front page news, Jeff Ansell, media trainer and Harvard lecturer, will provide strategies for navigating the media scrum and ensuring both you and your CEO are equipped to handle any crisis situation.

Are you up to the challenge? We hope you join us in beautiful Whistler, British Columbia at CIRI’s premier event, which is guaranteed to take your investor relations program to the next level.  Click here to register now.

Conference Co-chairs

Rhylin Bailie                                                                              Sonya Mehan
Vice President, Communications & Investor Relations             Senior Manager, Investor Relations
New Zealand Energy & Southern Arc Minerals                        Open Text Corporation

Annual Conference Program

The Annual Conference is the most anticipated event of the year. Here's glimpse of this year's action-packed program:

Sunday, June 2
Optional Activities:
     17th Annual Golf Tournament
     ATV Alpine Sunrise Tour
     PEAK 2 PEAK Guided Tour
Registration
Social Disclosure: How Does This Impact Me and What Can I Do Today? (Sponsored by Marketwired)
In the Wake: The Impact of the Olympic Games on Whistler (Sponsored by CNW Group)
Online Annual Reports...The Benefits Are Clear! (Sponsored by SCC)
Welcome Reception & Opening Ceremony

Monday, June 3  
Registration / Breakfast with Exhibitors
CIRI British Columbia Annual General Meeting
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Movie Magic Creates Investor Success Story  
Breakout Sessions:
     Option #1: IR/Board Engagement: How IROs Provide Value to Directors
     Option #2: Raise Capital Successfully in Challenging Times
     Option #3: Regulatory Update: What Every IRO Should Know
Break with Exhibitors   
What to Do When You Are the Headline
Awards Ceremony & Lunch (Sponsored by RR Donnelley)
Breakout Sessions:
     Option #1: Developing and Socializing a Competitive Career
     Option #2: Crisis Communications: The Plan is Your Best Defense
     Option #3: How Do Analysts and Investors Value Your Company?
Break with Exhibitors   
In Conversation with the Street (Sponsored by Corbin Perception Group)
"IR Superheroes Unite!" Reception with Exhibitors (Sponsored by Broadridge)
"IR Superheroes Unite!" Dinner and Dance

Tuesday, June 4  
Breakfast with the Exhibitors   
CIRI National Annual General Meeting
The Global Economy – What’s Next?
Breakout Sessions:
     Option #1: The Evolution of CSR Reporting (Sponsored by The Works Design Communications)
     Option #2: Putting the Power of Relationships to Work for You
     Option #3: International Marketing
Break with the Exhibitors   
Senior IRO Roundtable - What's On Your Mind?
Reception with Exhibitors
Power Lunch - Shareholder Activism: Stories from the Trenches (Sponsored by Norton Rose)
Closing Remarks

A Sincere "Thank You"

CIRI extends sincerest thanks to all speakers, sponsors and exhibitors. The Annual Conference would not be the success that it is without your support.