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Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 44: Ciarån Donnelly - Investor Relations in the TMT Sector: What Analysts Want from IROs
When done right, the collaboration between analysts and investor relations professionals can transform how a company's story is told, understood, and valued by investors. In this episode, we speak with Ciarán Donnelly, Technology & Media Equity Research Analyst at Berenberg to hear his insights of the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sector. Consistency, Availability, and Proactivity: An Analyst’s IR Wish List Ciarán shares stories from his decade-long career in investment banking. You’ll hear what a typical day looks like for him, from dissecting results day announcements to communicating with IR to runni...
2025-04-14
43 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 43: Mitesh Sheth - How to Navigate the New Macro Regime and Connect with Investors
Seismic shifts in the markets and the wider geopolitical environment have become top discussion points for IR, fund managers, and investment companies. But are these shifts the norm or simply blips? Mitesh Sheth, CIO of Multi-Asset at Newton Investment Management Group (“Newton”), discusses his take on the current markets in this episode. Expect the Unexpected in the Market Mitesh’s varied career has given him unique insight across different areas of investment management. Beginning as an actuary, he later moved into roles including Head of Fixed Income and Director of Business Innovation at Henderso...
2025-03-31
46 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 42: Wes McCoy - What IR Should Know About Market Cycles & the Overlooked UK Equity Market
Are we overlooking the UK equity market? It hasn’t incited the same level of excitement as the growth in the US market, but that doesn’t mean investors should disregard it. As Wes McCoy explains in this episode, even long market cycles come to an end, so are you prepared for what’s next? Is UK Equity Due for a Comeback? Wes is the Senior Investment Director at abrdn and has over 20 years’ experience in various roles within UK equity. He sits down with us to talk about why he thinks the UK market...
2025-03-17
46 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 41: James Lowen - IR Predictions & Best Practices for the UK Market in 2025
What can we expect in 2025 when it comes to the UK equity market? While there have been challenges and volatility over the past few years, 2025 seems to be a promising start for companies, investors and IR professionals alike. Are Things Looking Up in UK Equity? Joining this episode is James Lowen, a Senior Fund Manager with 30 years’ industry experience at J O Hambro Capital Management, where he co-manages the J O Hambro Capital Management UK Equity Income Fund. James offers a broad perspective on the UK equity market in its current state and shar...
2025-03-03
40 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 40: Siddarth Chand Lall - A Fund Manager's Perspective on IR Communications in the UK
£20 billion is the estimated outflow from of UK equities in the last three to four years, with almost half originating from small-mid cap equities. So, what separates companies that retain investor confidence and interest vs. those that don’t? The Right Guidance and Communication Strategy to Weather the Storm UK fund managers have been kept very busy over the past few years. Economic turbulence, sweeping political shifts, and the financial impacts of a pandemic have all contributed to the uncertainty around UK equities, affecting UK fund growth and performance. In this episode, w...
2025-02-17
44 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 39: Geoff Callow -How a Royalty-Based Mining Investment Company Approaches IR
As a business model unique to the UK, we dive into what it’s like managing investor relations for a royalty-based company that invests in the mining industry in this episode. Geoff Callow, Head of Investor Relations at Ecora Resources, joins the podcast to share his insights into his role. IR Strategies in a Royalty-Based Business Model Geoff gives us the background on his 20-year career, from accountancy to financial PR and eventually to IR. He highlights the top learnings from his previous roles and discusses the importance of having both financial skills and...
2025-02-03
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 38: Karen Keyes - Why In-Depth Financial Knowledge is an Advantage to Great IR Communication
Is financial acumen or simply good communication the most important ingredient to succeeding in investor relations? Communication and the ability to build rapport with investors is often highlighted as the one thing that sets great IR professionals apart. But in this episode, Karen Keyes, Head of IR at Canadian Tire Corporation (‘CTC’), explains why financial knowledge is crucial when communicating well with investors. Don’t Underestimate the Need for Good Financial Knowledge Karen joins the podcast to discuss her 20+ years of experience in IR across different industries and countries. We hear about the challeng...
2024-12-09
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 37: Paul Hewlett - The Digital Transformation of Investor Relations
Investor relations in the digital age has seen big changes in the way we communicate with investors and shareholders, thanks to the evolution of technology. In this episode, we dive into how Workspace Group’s IR department has embraced the changes that new technology can offer with Paul Hewlett, Director of Strategy & Corporate Development. Technology and Emotional Intelligence Are Key to IR Success Today With over two decades of experience in corporate finance and broking and a 14-year stint at J.P. Morgan, Paul has a strong track record of building great client rela...
2024-11-25
42 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Episode 36: Deb Wasser - IR with a Difference: Etsy's Approach to Investor Relations
How does a global consumer brand like Etsy manage investor relations? And what does it take to lead IR successfully? In this episode of Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast, we sit down with Deb Wasser, VP of Investor Relations and ESG Engagement at Etsy, to uncover the secrets of a successful IR career. The Secrets to Success in Modern Investor Relations Throughout Deb’s journey in investor relations, she has taken on roles both on the consultancy side and in-house, switching between the two and picking up expertise and insights from both sides. She...
2024-11-12
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP 35: Edward Westropp - Lessons and Advice from Moving to an In-House IR Role
Many IR professionals begin their careers in various corporate finance roles, such as consultancy, data analysis, or capital markets. Each of those paths into IR comes with valuable insights and unique perspectives that can set you up for success. Before Edward Westropp, Head of IR and Communications at WE Soda Ltd, took the leap into IR, he came with bags of experience in strategy and communications. As he grew in his career, he found himself moving from a consultancy firm to an in-house position – something he was hesitant to do. However, since then, he’s found his in-ho...
2024-10-28
33 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP 34: Phil Griffith - Curiosity and Collaboration: The Keys to Successful Equity Sales
What does a day in the life of an equity salesperson really look like? In this episode, we dive into the world of sell-side equity sales with industry veteran Phil Griffith. Curiosity and Good Storytelling Are a Salesperson’s Best Tools We sit down with Phil Griffith, Head of UK Distribution at Stifel Financial Corp. With over 36 years of experience in equity sales, Phil provides an insightful look into the daily routines, challenges, and the evolving world of sell-side equity sales. Phil has worked in the equity capital markets at UBS, Morga...
2024-10-14
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP 33: Maria Elena Drew - How IR Professionals Can Integrate ESG into Investment Decisions
ESG matters have become a major focus in investment portfolios over the past decade. What was considered a more niche branch of investing has taken centre stage in the world of investor relations. In this episode of Enquire - The Investor Relations Podcast, we sit down with Maria Elena Drew, Director of Research for Responsible Investing at T. Rowe Price, to learn more about how IR teams can approach ESG. Balancing Responsible Investing with Financial Performance Maria shares her fascinating journey from equity investor to ESG specialist, recounting her experiences with high-profile cases li...
2024-09-30
40 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP32: Peter Reynolds: How to Succeed in IR - Lessons from a 30-Year Career
While investor relations may have evolved over the past 30 years, some things remain consistent – the value of building great relationships with investors has always been fundamental to building a successful career in IR. As someone with an impressive 30-year career across corporate finance, equity research, and investor relations, Peter Reynolds, Director of IR at Whitbread, joins this episode of Enquire, the Investor Relations Podcast, to share insights and advice gained from IR roles in multiple industries. How Persistence, Being Proactive, and Getting Direct Feedback Are Key to Succeeding in IR Peter takes us on...
2024-09-18
36 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP31: Isabel Green: Why Relationship Building & Curiosity Are Must - Have Traits in IR
Have you ever wondered what truly sets successful investor relations professionals apart? In this episode of Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast, we explore how the power of curiosity and relationship-building have helped Isabel Green, Former EVP & Head of Investor Relations at Rolls-Royce and now IR Director at HBX Group, lead a successful IR career. Relationships Are at the Heart of IR Isabel shares her journey through various sectors and highlights the importance of diving into new roles and learning as much as possible. For Isabel, being curious and committed to learning is essential fo...
2024-09-02
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP30: Wayne Brown - Challenges and Opportunities in the UK Equity Landscape
This episode of Enquire, featuring Equity Research Analyst at Panmure Gordon and Liberum Wayne Brown, explores the challenges and potential reforms in the UK equity markets, the impact of market cycles, and the innovative business models redefining the retail landscape. Equity Market Trends and Challenges In this episode of Enquire, Wayne provides an in-depth look into his two-decade-long career, spanning consumer sectors with a focus on leisure and retail. He shares insights into the recent merger of Panmure Gordon and Liberum, forming the largest independent mid-cap brokerage house and how this co...
2024-07-15
43 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP29: Nick Stone - Navigating Challenges and Trends in the IR Space
There’s a lot that IR professionals can learn from their peers and from how other businesses manage investor relations. On the show this week is Nick Stone, Senior Vice President, Head of IR at GSK. We hear how he launched his IR career and his tips for success. Lessons from a Head of IR In this episode, Nick shares stories from his career, starting from his time studying law to getting involved in corporate strategy and business development, before making the move into IR. We hear how his experiences have shaped his care...
2024-07-03
37 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP28: John Stevenson & Jonathan Pritchard - What Analysts and Investors Want to See from IR Teams
What do investors really need from IR? In this episode, we hear the perspective of two retail analysts who break down the responsibilities, challenges, and industry shifts that affect their roles, plus how IR can build an effective partnership with investors and analysts.How IR Can Work with Analysts and Investors John Stevenson, Retail Equity Analyst and Jonathan Pritchard, Retail Analyst from Peel Hunt join the Enquire podcast to share their perspectives as analysts when it comes to IR. We begin by hearing how they began their careers in different ways and...
2024-06-17
35 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
EP27: Matthew Johnson - The Psychology Behind Investor Relations
In the world of investor relations, communication and building relationships are paramount. To succeed in this field, you need to understand what influences a person’s investment decision. Knowing your audience well helps you to communicate and deliver information in a way that resonates with them. This week’s guest shares important insights on how to do just that.Understand the Psychology of Investors Matthew Johnson, the Director of IR & CEO Office at Vodafone, joins us in this episode to talk about the soft skills and psychology knowledge that have served him well in hi...
2024-06-03
34 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 26: Nicholas Ashworth - Measuring Success and Staying Innovative as an IR Leader in a Global FTSE 100 Company
Today’s guest on the Enquire Podcast is Nick Ashworth, the Director of Investor Relations at National Grid, one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the world. It has a primary listing on the LSE, where it is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index and a secondary listing in the form of its ADRs on the New York Stock Exchange. Before National Grid, Nick spent 14 years as an equity analyst at Morgan Stanley, latterly leading the European Utilities equity research team, following four years covering consumer and retail stocks across Emerging European countries. In this episode, he shares hi...
2024-05-15
42 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 25: Simon Whittington - IR and Corporate Development: The Expanding Responsibilities of a Former Sell-side Analyst and Experienced IR Professional
With more than a decade of investor relations experience behind him, Investor Relations and Corporate Development Director at PZ Cussons, Simon Whittington, shares how his progression from a sell-side role to working in investor relations has enriched his knowledge. Tuning in today, you’ll hear about his experience at Merlin Entertainments, his thoughts on disclosure and communication, and insights from the past two years at PZ Cussons. Touching on board interactions and involvement, Simon offers his reflections from 2023 and shares his insights on what is required to attract and convert investors in 2024. Join us as we discuss measuring success, dr...
2024-04-29
35 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 6: Sam Witherow - Identifying and Evaluating Dividend Yield and Dividend Growth Stocks as an Income Investor
Today on the Enquire Podcast, we are joined by J.P. Morgan portfolio manager, Sam Witherow, to discuss investor relations in 2024. We discuss highlights from Sam’s career, the suite of income products he runs at J.P. Morgan, and the requirements of these funds. We delve into the importance of having a flexible mindset in this industry. Sam also tells us what would put him off of buying a high-yield stock, his outlook on 2024, and the biggest challenges he has faced as a portfolio manager. Finally, Sam breaks down how often he meets with his portfolio companies, how he...
2024-03-19
40 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 5: How Well-structured, Consistent Messaging can Help Companies Capture Investor Attention with Matt Hudson
Matt Hudson is a portfolio manager at River Global Investors, and he joins us today to explain his company’s priorities, processes, and outlook for the year ahead. We learn about River Global’s business cycle framework, its multi-cap approach, how the company conducts its research, and the way it processes large volumes of information in today’s digital age. Matt then shares some information on what IR departments and other companies could be doing to get noticed by River Global, including the importance of consistency. Our guest also walks us through his company’s process for interacting with RNS stat...
2024-03-06
37 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 4: The Importance of a Clear, Simple and Understandable Equity Story with Andy Brough
With decades of experience behind him, today’s guest is probably the longest-standing fund manager in London. Having started his investment career in 1987 when he joined Schroders as a UK equity fund manager, Andy Brough has managed the well-known Schroders UK Mid 250 Fund since its launch in November 1999. In this episode of Enquire, he joins us to share his view of investor communication today, his market outlook for 2024, and his advice for companies who want to stay ahead of the curve. We discuss the financial metrics that Andy focuses on, key takeaways from some of the standout investments of hi...
2024-01-31
28 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 3: Navigating Markets Through In-Depth Research and Engagement with Georgina Brittain
After nearly 30 years with J.P. Morgan, today’s guest has a wealth of experience and insights to share with company IR teams. Meet Georgina Brittain, a senior portfolio manager within the J.P. Morgan Asset Management International Equity Group, who joins us to discuss all things investor relations. You’ll find out how Georgina and her colleagues co-manages funds, why she believes there is an overload of information in the industry currently, how she deals with that, her process for screening companies, and much more. She shares her tips for delivering bad news, engaging with sell-side analysts, her appr...
2023-12-12
34 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 2: Investor Communication: Proactive Engagement and Open Dialogue with Jeremy Thomas
Jeremy Thomas has 27 years of experience as a portfolio manager and is the Chief Investment Officer of Global Equities at Sarasin & Partners. He joins us to discuss what company IR teams and investors can do proactively to improve communication with each other. After comparing the industry challenges he faced 10 years ago to the obstacles he has to overcome now, Jeremy shares his stance on AI and why he and his company are eager to adopt the technology. We discuss the current state of the UK equity market, how Sarasin & Partners decides on who to work with, and how the...
2023-12-05
35 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 3: Ep 1: Finding Undervalued Stocks and Capturing Investor Attention with Matthew Tillett
You can make or break your credibility with investors based on the way you communicate with them. In this episode of Enquire, we are joined by Matthew Tillett, a fund manager at Premier Miton, to discuss all things investor relations. The conversation covers all aspects of IR, including his fund's screening and investment approach, why he loves the undervalued small and mid-cap market, the elements of corporate reporting that are most valuable to fund managers, and his preferences for meeting and sharing feedback with companies. Matthew shares in detail his perspectives on the current UK market and economy, and t...
2023-11-27
34 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 9: Communicating the Company Story to Multiple Stakeholders with David Shriver
Corporate communications and investor relations are changing rapidly in step with technological advancements. During this episode, David Shriver, Ocado’s Chief Reputation Officer, joins the conversation to share how he approaches his role in an ever-changing landscape. After years of acting in the role of Director of Communications, David’s new role was developed to facilitate a new wave of innovation at Ocado. He shares his view on best practice, understanding your audience, and how he brings the knowledge he earned in other roles to his work at Ocado. We touch on ESG and sustainability concerns, and how the two...
2023-11-03
31 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 8: Leading IR at a Global FTSE 10 Business Listed on Three Exchanges with Richard O'Connor
Navigating the intricate field of Investor Relations (IR) requires a blend of experience, adaptability, and foresight. In this insightful episode, we chat with Richard O'Connor, who has a longstanding IR career and currently serves as the Global Head of Investor Relations at HSBC. Richard is an authority on the subject of investor relations, and, in his current role, oversees one of the most expansive IR teams for a UK-listed company, located both in the UK and Hong Kong. Tuning in you’ll learn how Richard manages his talented team, how he draws on his years of leadership experience to me...
2023-11-01
31 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 7: Embracing Complexity with Aarti Singhal
The world of Investor Relations (IR) is riddled with complexity at almost every turn. But this is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, embracing complexity is a learnable skill that every single IR professional should aspire to. Today’s guest, Aarti Singhal, revels in complexity as she goes about her work as the Managing Director in the Barclays corporate broking team. Aarti explains how she transitioned into investor relations and what she loves most about the industry, the highs and lows of IR work, what it means to be successful in IR, and why “influence” is important in the IR...
2023-10-24
28 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 6: The Professionalisation of IR and Talent Recruitment with Anna Hartropp
A decade ago, very few people were even aware of what investor relations (IR) is, but today it is a very important part of most companies, regardless of their size. As someone who has held positions in politics, communications, in-house IR, and investment banking, and who is the founder of an IR recruitment company, Anna Hartropp has a wealth of knowledge that will greatly benefit anyone interested in entering or making a career progression move in the IR space. In contrast to many other recruiters, Anna prioritises the candidates in the recruiting process as much as she does her...
2023-09-12
28 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 5: Listen, Reflect, Act: Learning Through a Variety of IR Experiences with Siobhán Andrews
In this episode, we delve into the world of Investor Relations (IR) with a true luminary in the field, Siobhán Andrews. With over 16 years of unparalleled expertise, Siobhán has carved a remarkable path in the world of capital markets, equity research, and IR. Her ability to navigate complex scenarios, from strategic transformations to crisis communications, is a testament to her deep market knowledge and innate understanding of investors' needs. Join us as we sit down with Siobhán to unravel the secrets behind her communication prowess and how her extensive career experience has shaped her approach to IR...
2023-08-25
31 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 4: IR and the evolution of a global logistics business with John Crosse
In today's episode of Enquire we speak with John Crosse, the Director of Investor Relations and Group Strategy at International Distribution Services plc (IDS), formerly Royal Mail plc, where he has been transforming the IR function over the past three and a half years. John’s IR career spans an impressive 20 years and includes establishing IR functions both pre and post IPO. In this episode we hear some great insight into his work in investor relations, and how he currently splits his time and energy between his investor relations and business strategy responsibilities. Further insights include the influence of in...
2023-08-08
40 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 3: Advancing your career in Investor Relations with James Cartwright
In our ongoing exploration of investor relations out of the ordinary, we are joined today by James Cartwright, Chief Operating Officer at CMC Markets. James has more than 25 years of leadership experience in the capital markets, specifically in sales and across the natural resources sector in oil and gas. After just two years at CMC Markets, James was promoted to COO, an inspiring career move that we delve into in this conversation. For anyone looking to advance their career in IR, James shares his tips for developing relationships, getting face-time with key decision-makers, and staying on top of trends...
2023-05-26
17 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 2: Managing Three Full-Time Jobs Worth of Responsibilities with Adam Richford
Today’s guest is an experienced treasury guru who is deeply passionate about sustainability. Joining us for this episode of Enquire is Adam Richford, Head of Treasury and Investor Relations at Renewi, to discuss his many roles at this incredible waste-to-product company. Tuning in, you’ll hear about our guest’s career, how he managed to take on so many roles (including acting CFO for a time), how he allocates his time, and much more! We learn how Renewi raises money and attracts investors, how Adam contributes to the company’s communication plan, and their need for shares. Finally...
2023-04-27
34 min
Business Leader
Skydiving through the glass ceiling
Women were first allowed access to the London Stock Exchange only 50 years ago. There has been progress since then, but men continue to dominate the City, as well as the world of start-ups and venture capital. That makes Clara Melia a pretty rare success story. She worked in the City and then set-up her own business, Equitory, which helps companies with investor relations. In this episode of Business Studies we look at how she built her business, why women are still under-represented in the City and start-ups, and how she came to represent Great Britain in skydiving. ...
2023-04-18
29 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Series 2: Ep 1: Entrepreneurial Culture and Capital Markets Day Success with Jose Federico Castillo Martínez
Today we are joined by The Heineken Company’s Investor Relations Director, Jose Federico Castillo Martínez, to discuss Heineken’s approach to executing a successful capital markets day and his role within the company. We learn about Heineken’s unique entrepreneurial culture and shareholder structure and how Federico stays aligned with management, operations, and marketing regarding investor communications. Tune in as Federico guides us through the role of communication in reassuring the market in trying times and how best to stay on top of operations as IR director.Key Points From Th...
2023-04-06
34 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 09: What It Takes To Thrive In Investor Relations with Peregrine Rivière
Peregrine Rivière has spent most of his career in the investor relations space, and the passion that he feels towards his work (and towards the business world in general) is unwavering. In fact, he’s sure he has the best job in the world! The day that this episode was recorded was Peregrine’s last day as the Director of Investor Relations for WPP, and he is looking forward to his new journey as the Head of Investor Relations at the London Stock Exchange. Tune in today to hear about Peregrine’s transition from accounting and investor research to inve...
2022-11-23
50 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 08: The Evolution of IR with Miriam McKay
We’ve had many impressive guests on the show, but none as experienced as IR professional, Miriam McKay. Miriam has almost 30 years of experience in financial markets, starting at Reuters, moving on to running IR for two listed fund managers, Henderson and Man Group, before settling into her current position as Director of Group Communications and Investor Relations at HomeServe. Today, she joins us to answer our pressing questions about her inspiring career journey and the evolution of investor relations over the years. Miriam fills us in on the respective challenges of managing M&A communications and managing IR in...
2022-11-09
36 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 07: Thinking Differently About IR with Rob Gurner
As part of our first series of conversations with senior investor relations professionals in the UK, we are delighted to be joined by Rob Gurner to talk about ways to innovate and think differently about IR. Rob is a highly experienced Head of Investor Relations who currently serves as Head of IR for Plus500, a global FinTech company. He has previously held senior IR roles at Inmarsat, Dentsu, Lonmin, and G4S, and he also sits on the Conference Committee of the Investor Relations Society in the UK. In today’s episode, Rob shares his IR career journey to da...
2022-10-26
36 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 06: Bethany Barnes, Director of Investor Relations at Dr. Martens
The majority of people working in investor relations discover the field after they have already started their careers. This is not the case for today’s guest, Bethany Barnes, Director of Investor Relations at Dr. Martens. While she spent some time as a retail analyst, Bethany always knew she wanted to work in IR, so she structured her career and work experience to position her to move into the field. Join us today as we discuss how she did this, what surprised her most about the role (despite her preparation!), and why she chose a job opportunity that meant sh...
2022-10-11
41 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 05: Stuart Morgan on The Importance of Building Relationships
With us in conversation today, we have Stuart Morgan, Director of Investor Relations at Capita. During today’s conversation, we pick his brain to learn about the ins and outs of his career journey to date, and what has kept his interest in the field of Investor Relations. The skills of an IR are a unique combination, and Stuart shares what he is most proud of having achieved in the industry. We touch on board relationships, and why it’s never enough just to crunch the numbers. You’ll hear his thoughts on whether the hybrid or digital model is suf...
2022-09-28
34 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 04: From Accounting to Investor Relations with Simon McGough
Joining us in conversation today is Simon McGough, who has recently started a new position as President of Investor Relations at Wood engineering and consultancy group. He has held a range of senior positions, including acting as a director for Babcock. Additionally, he is involved with the Investor Relations Society in the UK and sits on the Best Practice Committee. During this episode, you’ll hear Simon’s tips for anyone exiting accounting and kicking off a career in investing, drawn from his own experience. You’ll hear what he is planning for his new role, and which aspects of the...
2022-09-14
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 03: The Evolution of Investor Relations with Carla Bloom
Welcome to today’s episode of Enquire. We are delighted to have senior investor relations specialist, Carla Bloom, with us to discuss the evolution of investor relations during her 17-year career. Join us to hear about her experience of transitioning between sectors within the field, and how she has benefitted from her network at Brewin Dolphin. You’ll hear why she has chosen to stay in IR and what she enjoys about the relationships she gets to have with multiple stakeholders in her role. Find out what the most challenging aspects of her journey have been, why it is so i...
2022-09-01
38 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 02: The Value of Face-to-Face Interaction with Hugo Fisher
The last few years have brought communication technology and strategies to the fore, but there are key concerns around the downsides of digital comms that many professionals are looking forward to leaving behind. Today we sit down with accomplished investor relations director, Hugo Fisher, to discuss the value of face-to-face interactions, the difficulties of access in the time of COVID, and some reflections on his wealth of experience across multiple transactions in his current role at D.S Smith. With more than 15 years of advising corporate clients under his belt, including 9 years in his current position, Hugo kicks the...
2022-08-11
24 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcast
Ep 01: Getting Experience As A Board Member with Helen Parris
Today we are joined by Helen Parris to continue our series of conversations with investor relations professionals in the UK. Helen is a highly experienced Investor Relations Director. She started her career on the buyer side before moving into IR. Most recently, Helen was Director of Investor Relations for G4S for 13 years. She also spent several years on the board of the IR Society in the UK. We begin our conversation with Helen recounting her experiences on the buyer side from different parts of her early career. From there, Helen tracks the shift she made into IR, recounting...
2022-06-10
43 min
Estrategias de mercado
Endesa y Meliá, oportunidades para un mercado que busca entrar en el "gran lateral de la recesión"
Si el Nasdaq aguanta sobre el soporte de los 13.000 puntos y en Europa el EuroStoxx 50 logra batir la resistencia de los 4.050 enteros, las bolsas pueden entrar en un contexto lateral de 1.000 puntos con los límites muy marcados, tanto por arriba como para abajo.En ese contexto tan pautado, Endesa y Meliá son dos de las empresas que en España ofrecen una oportunidad de compra más clara por técnico. Joan Cabrero, analista técnico y asesor de Ecotrader detalla los niveles a vigilar.
2022-05-02
10 min
Ràdio Vilafranca - Especials
Viatjar: Pots tenir un treball fix i avorrit i aprofitar les vacances per ser un Robinson Crusoe a Tanzània
Quan viatgeu, us agrada descansar o aprofiteu per donar-li canya?A la secció de viatges del Martí Sadurní, hem rebut a l'Eric Llaó, un jove que ha aprofitat les vacances per fer un viatge somiat: visitar Tanzània. Ens ha explicat el viatge, hem descobert com es pot ser un autèntic explorador compaginat amb una feina fixa i unes vacances segons conveni, però també hem reflexionat sobre la moda d'occidentalitzar tots els països on anem. Si aquesta frase us genera opinions i sentiments contradictoris, no us perdeu la secció: "El blanc ha de tenir...
2021-08-27
23 min
The Voice of Luxury with Lucy Challenger
Clara Melia: CEO & Founder of Equitory
Clara is the CEO & Founder of Equitory, an investor relations consultancy company. Running her own company and dealing with the disturbance of lockdown on the finance industry, Clara will provide brilliant insight into how a person can be successful in the finance industry and go from working in a bank to starting their own company. Lucy and Clara chat about how Clara started out in the financial industry, delving into her prestigious career and how she started her own successful company. They discuss the importance of diversity in what was a predominantly male industry when she started.
2021-02-24
32 min
Cafecito informativo sobre Cuba por Yoani Sánchez
Ventana 14 del 29 de abril de 2019
Buenos días. En la ‘Ventana 14’ de este lunes 29 de abril de 2019 los temas son: - El oficialismo prepara un masivo desfile por el 1 de mayo en medio de la profundización de la crisis económica - Una tormenta local severa deja daños en el aeropuerto y varias viviendas de Santa Clara - Familia cubanoamericana prepara una demanda contra Meliá y Blau amparada en la Helms-Burton - Por primera vez, un futbolista cubano llega a la Liga Premier de Inglaterra Gracias por compartir este “cafecito informativo” y te espero temprano para el programa de mañana. Puedes conocer más detalles d...
2019-04-29
10 min