IR Leader
February 18, 2020

Find Out How the IR Role is Becoming Increasingly More Strategic

Investor relations is a valued corporate function, increasingly providing strategic insights to management and Boards  

CIRI’s Investor Relations Compensation and Responsibilities Survey results have recently been released and demonstrate some interesting shifts in the profession:

  • Investor relations is recognized as a distinct corporate function, working in closer proximity to the CEO and CFO than ever before
  • IROs deliver strategic insights and counsel to management and the Board by contributing to the company's strategic plan
  • With expanded responsibilities comes enhanced compensation

To read the news release, click here.

To find out more about how the IR role is changing, purchase your copy of CIRI’s Investor Relations Compensation and Responsibilities Survey, by clicking here. (Members, don’t forget to log in to take advantage of member pricing).
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CIRI Members, Do You Know An IRO Who Deserves Recognition?

Each year, CIRI recognizes investor relations professionals who make a significant contribution to the practice of investor relations. These individuals are nominated by you – their peers. As a member of the IR community and CIRI, we ask you to think about your IR program and consider nominating those IROs whose programs or initiatives you admire.

CIRI Fellowship Program
The CIRI Fellowship Program was launched in 2015 to recognize leaders in the investor relations profession who, by their achievements, bring distinction to the profession and serve as role models for others. CIRI Fellows have made significant contributions to the advancement of the investor relations profession and to CIRI throughout their careers. Earning the designation of F.CIRI, the CIRI Fellow, is the highest honour for investor relations professionals in Canada.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

Belle Mulligan Award for Leadership in IR
The Belle Mulligan Award for Leadership in Investor Relations is given in honour of the late Belle Mulligan to recognize individuals who have shown singular leadership in one or more aspects of the practice of IR. These could include new or improved applications of technology, progressive approaches to disclosure, outstanding mentorship, or remarkable leadership in any other aspects of IR.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

CIRI Award for Excellence in Investor Relations
The Award for Excellence in Investor Relations is given by CIRI to honour individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the investor relations profession and to the Institute.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

Nominations can be submitted to Jane Maciel until March 20, 2020.

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