IR in Focus is a monthly podcast series intended to illuminate emerging, evergreen, and exceptional challenges faced by corporate issuers, asset managers and IR professionals. The podcast offers commentary, analysis and dialogue in a conversational and accessible style with actionable insights to advance strategic decision-making in fluctuating markets.
Latest episodes
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27 min
Navigating Investor Activism: Strategies for Corporate Leaders
In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly dives deep into the dynamic world of investor activism with expert John Karageorge, Executive Director at S&P Global who leads our…
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28 min
Retail Investors: Understanding Investment Patterns and Engagement Strategies
Welcome to another episode of "IR in Focus" with your host, Carmen Lilly. In this episode we're diving deep into the evolving world of retail investment behavior and engagement str…
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31 min
Empowering Investor Relations: Lessons from Jennifer Como at Visa
Welcome to this insightful exploration of Investor Relations through the lens of Jennifer Como, the head of IR at Visa. In this engaging discussion, we delve into the multifaceted…
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25 min
Beauty and Business: Kiley Rawlins on Ulta's Investor Relations Strategy
In this episode of "IR in Focus," host Carmen Lilly welcomes Kiley Rawlins, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations at Ulta Beauty. The discussion explores the intersection of…
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28 min
Navigating Corporate Governance: Insights on Board Effectiveness and Leadership Diversity
In this episode of "IR in Focus," host Carmen Lilly engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Nithya Das, GM of the governance business and chief legal officer at Diligent. To…
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36 min
AI Landscape for IR Professionals in 2025
AI is evolving, how is your corporation preparing? In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst, Data and Research for S&P Global Ma…
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32 min
Insights Into The Economics of Labor for Corporations
In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Ph. D. Economist and Independent Economic Policy Consultant Economist Kathryn Edwards. From emerging trends and theme…
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27 min
Best Practices For Managing Investor Communication, Feedback Cycle and Engagement
In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly and special guest Michaella Gallina explore best practices and approaches to investor communication. Listen in for a lively discus…
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21 min
Managing Broker Relationships And Fine-Tuning Investor Messaging
In this episode of IR in Focus, host Carmen Lilly sits down with Melissa Otto, Head of TMT research at Visible Alpha, to discuss the evolving landscape of broker relationships, man…
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23 min
Keys To Successful Virtual And Hybrid Investor Events
In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by the CMO of GlobalMeet, Trent Waterhouse, to dive into the evolving landscape of virtual events in investor relations. We explore tre…
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30 min
Economic Forecasts And Investor Signals
In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Chris Williamson, Chief Business Economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence for a discussion on macroeconomic conditions and outloo…
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19 min
Exploring the Sustainability Evolution
Join host Carmen Lilly in an insightful discussion on sustainability regulatory developments and industry initiatives with Michael Taschner, Executive Director at S&P Global Market…
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27 min
The Impact of Investor Activism
In this episode we explore the impact of investor activism on corporations and strategies for navigating this increasingly prevalent phenomenon. Guest speakers, John Karageorge (S&…
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22 min
Corporate Capital Allocation Trends
Thinking about reworking your corporation's capital allocation strategies? Host Carmen Lilly sits down with, Christopher Stroh, Executive Director at S&P Global and head of the Sit…
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25 min
AI: Beyond the Buzz
In a world, where AI is ostensibly at everyone's fingertips and has largely gone from buzzworthy to saturated - gain a clearer perspective for your IR program. Host Carmen Lilly si…
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28 min
Pace, Progress & Outcomes at COP28
In this final episode of 2023, host Carmen Lilly is joined by Lindsey Hall, Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Sustainable1 and co-host of the ESG Insider podcast. Together t…
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30 min
Capital Markets Outlook
In this episode, host Carmen Lilly is joined by fellow podcast host, of Street Talk, Nathan Stovall. Carmen and Nathan's discussion dives into a brief recap of the year, including…
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25 min
The Retail Investor Sweet Spot
In this episode, host Carmen Lilly takes a closer look at retail investors, how they behave, and their strengths and explores top tips for engaging with this diverse investor base.…
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21 min
Evolution of Shareholder Engagement
In this episode, host Carmen Lilly explores effective engagement with investors, from shareholder composition to industry trends and post-pandemic shifts in investor behaviors and…
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23 min
Lessons from Gen Z
Host Carmen Lilly dives into the career pathways of Gen Z IROs. Generation Z is currently the largest generation on Earth. This episode's Special guest was recently honored by the…