Extel's Amani Korayeim delivers powerful insights and pragmatic advice to investor relations professionals looking to take their firms IR strategy to the next level in 'Unlocking a winning IR program'. In this training session, you'll learn key practices and emerging trends in investor relations, with valuable insights across various sectors and regions.

This session was recorded as part of MEIRA's new IR Academy on March 5, 2025 and was attended by over 50 IR professionals when it launched. For nearly 15 years, Extel has provided the MENA region with independent findings on best-performing IR and Executive Management teams. Recognized as the global standard for IR communication and engagement, these findings reflect the ambitions of 86% of companies in the MENA region striving for a top 5 ranking based on Extel's results. This workshop synthesizes data from the largest IR study in the world, gathering feedback from approximately 2,000 leading IR professionals. Participants will gain valuable insights into best practices and emerging trends in IR, focusing on critical areas such as digital communication, ESG considerations, and the transformative role of AI in enhancing processes and stakeholder interactions.

You can view the session here on Extel's YouTube channel.

The session covered:

• Effective Communication and Engagement

Cultivating best practices for meaningful communication and interaction with investors and stakeholders, including optimizing the frequency and channels of engagement, as well as targeted outreach and sell-side collaboration.

• Performance Optimization

Investigating tools and operational structures to enhance investor relations practices, empowering informed decision-making while strengthening the capacity for impactful stakeholder interactions.

• Industry Insights and Challenges 

Sharing experiences and establishing benchmarks through peer-driven dialogue, refining strategies based on proven practices and award winning IR professionals from other markets.

• Capitalizing on Emerging Opportunities

Identifying significant trends and transformations within the investor relations landscape and developing a robust benchmark framework to harness these changes as competitive advantages.

This workshop is designed to empower participants with the essential tools and insights necessary to create a resilient benchmarking framework for their investor relations function. By emphasizing continuous performance measurement and adaptability, we aim to drive sustained success in the realm of Investor Relations.

You can view the session here on Extel's YouTube channel.