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an Francisco is well known as a financial hub and a center for innovation. Tat spirit of thinking will be on display when
members of the global IR and capital markets eco- system convene there from June 9-11 for the 2024 NIRI Annual Conference (NIRI2024). Te event is widely recognized as the premier investor relations
professional development and networking event in the world. “Elevating IR” is the theme of this year’s conference, and a lineup of inspiring keynote speakers and dozens of sessions track- ing to the recently updated IR Competency Framework – which now includes expanded or new domains on market structure and environmental, social, and governance (ESG)– will deliver that opportunity for attendees. “Succeeding in IR demands continuous professional growth as well as a thorough understanding of capital markets and how they impact public companies,” says NIRI Annual Conference Committee Chair Patrick Davidson, a NIRI Fellow and Senior Vice President, Investor Relations, Oshkosh Corporation. “Our keynote speakers and education sessions will provide deep knowledge in these areas.” Annual Conference Committee Vice Chair David Calusdian,
President, Sharon Merrill Advisors, adds, “Hot topics such as ar- tificial intelligence (AI) – a constantly evolving technology – will be analyzed and successful AI use cases demonstrated in a range of sessions.” IR professionals know they can’t accomplish everything them-
selves, and the conference offers that critical support structure. “Te IR Showcase will again serve as a vibrant hub for network-
ing and sharing knowledge,” says Annual Conference Committee Vice Chair Kelly McGeehan, Managing Director, Head of Markets Group, S&P Global Market Intelligence. “Te dozens of companies participating in the IR Showcase are positioned to be valued partners to IR professionals, ensuring they have the right tools to succeed.” “We are delighted that NIRI2024 is coming to the Bay Area,”
says NIRI San Francisco Chapter President Victoria Hyde-Dunn, Vice President, Investor Relations, Informatica. “In addition to the many public companies based here, many private companies are also headquartered in the area. Tey can also benefit from what NIRI offers, especially if they have plans to go public in future years.”
Sunday-Tuesday Highlights NIRI2024 returns to the traditional Sunday-Tuesday pattern of events, beginning with Sunday afternoon informal peer-to-peer discussion sessions on current hot topics.
1 4 WINT E R 2 0 24 ■ IR UPDAT E Hour-long discussion groups on the following topics will be
offered between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.: • Tracking your IR program’s success/effectiveness • Navigating difficult conversations in volatile markets • Accessing capital in a high interest rate environment • Challenges with sell-side coverage (or lack thereof) • Impact of pending and final SEC rules • Attracting new capital and the generalist investor • Setting guidance amid uncertainty • Can we influence “passive” money? Comparing funds Te Sunday evening Opening Reception in the IR Showcase
runs from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and will be the first opportunity to see the dozens of exhibits from IR product and service providers. Monday and Tuesday are filled with general sessions, concurrent
education sessions, express talks, sponsored sessions, and industry breakouts. (See the sidebar on page 15 for list of education sessions.) A special new evening event will dominate the social scene
on Monday night. All NIRI2024 attendees are invited to enjoy this one-of-kind party in the spacious, soaring atrium of the hotel that
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