Winning IR: Strategies, Innovations, and Tactics for Better Investor Relations.

About Winning IR

Winning IR is a podcast exploring the diverse insights within the investor relations community. Join host Mark Fasken as he discusses the winning strategies, tactics, and shifts in thinking with innovative investor relations professionals who are redefining the profession.

Each episode features a different challenge, innovation, or perspective on the ever-evolving role of IR, giving you real, actionable insight you’ll be able to use to build a better investor relations program.

Winning IR Podcast Episodes

S4E07 - Michaella Gallina from Wave on The Path to CFO: Leveraging IR Skills for Leadership Roles

Learn how Michaella Gallina, CFO at Wave, grew her career from Investor Relations to the coveted Chief Financial Officer role.

September 12, 2024

S4E06 - Tiffany Willis from Starbucks on Owning the Narrative and Compelling Storytelling in IR

Listen to corporate storytelling expert, Tiffany Willis, SVP Investor Relations at Starbucks, share tips for creating compelling comms.

August 20, 2024

S4E05 - Jeff Lambert from TiiCKER on Investing in Loyalty: The Business Case for Engaging Retail Investors

Listen to Jeff Lambert, CEO and Founder of TiiCKER, explore the importance and benefits of a well-thought-out retail investor strategy.

August 6, 2024

S4E04 - Samantha Sandler from SpringWorks Therapeutics on Building an IR Program For Long-Term Success

Samantha Hilson Sandler from SpringWorks Therapeutics offers practical advice for new IROs on prioritization, investor targeting, and more.

July 23, 2024

S4E03 - Andrew Storm from Delta Airlines on Shifting Investor Bias: How to Transform Perception and Attract Investment

Learn about different strategies to navigate investor bias and shape perception with Andrew Storm, Managing Director IR at Delta Airlines.

July 9, 2024

S4E02 - Deborah Belevan from Duolingo on Leading the Duo-logue: A Mission-Led Approach to Investor Communications

Deborah Belevan, VP IR at Duolingo, shares her advice on how to think differently and build stronger investor relationships. Listen now:

June 25, 2024

S3E10 - Kiley Rawlins from Ulta Beauty on How to Effectively Prepare For and Manage Shareholder Activism

Discover how Kiley Rawlins, VP of IR at Ulta Beauty, recommends preparing for and managing shareholder activism as an IRO. Listen now:

March 4, 2024

S3E09 - David Calusdian from Sharon Merrill on Effective Communication for IROs and Executives

David Calusdian, President at Sharon Merrill Advisors, explores how presence and communication skills can benefit both IROs and Executives.

February 20, 2024

S3E08 - Jonathan Paterson from Harbor Access on Investor Targeting & Outreach Strategies for Small-Mid-Cap Companies

Learn the strategies Jonathan Paterson recommends for small and mid-cap companies to build effective targeting and outreach strategies.

February 5, 2024

S3E06 - Catherine Buan from Asana on What IROs Need to Know About Going Public

Gearing up for an IPO? Catherine Buan sheds light on how IROs should be setting the stage for their IPO. Listen to her podcast:

January 8, 2024

S3E05 - Patricia Cruz from Etsy on Building a Next-Generation IR Career

Patricia Cruz, Senior Manager IR at Etsy, shares why networking is key to your career development in IR. Listen to her podcast:

December 18, 2023

S3E03 - Adam Borgatti from Aecon on How to Expand Your Scope of Responsibility as an IRO

Listen to Adam Borgatti, SVP Corporate Development and IR at Aecon Group, explore how IROs can grow as leaders within their organizations.

November 27, 2023

S3E01 - Kendra Brown from FactSet on How IR Can Become a Strategic Partner to the C-Suite

Listen to Kendra Brown share her approach to becoming an invaluable asset to the C-Suite learned from her 24+ year career at FactSet.

October 30, 2023

S2E10 - Jordyn Eskijian from H&R Block on Aligning Purpose and Performance Through ESG

Jordyn Eskijian, Program Manager, IR & ESG at H&R Block, shares her insights on how to incorporate ESG into your IR program successfully.

October 16, 2023

S2E09 - Luke Wyse from Triumph Financial on The First 90 Days in a New IR Role

Luke Wyse, SVP, Finance & IR at Triumph Financial, breaks down how to set yourself up for success in a new IR role. Listen to his episode:

October 2, 2023

S2E07 - Alex Jorgensen from Prosek Partners on Ensuring You Have The Right Team to Go Public

Listen to Alex Jorgensen, Managing Director and Head of IR at Prosek Partners, share his insights from guiding dozens of IPO transactions.

September 5, 2023

S2E06 - Chris Mayo from the London Stock Exchange on How to Expand Your Access to Capital

Considering cross-listing? Get the inside scoop on accessing foreign exchanges with Chris Mayo from the London Stock Exchange.

August 21, 2023

S1E10 - Building a Strong Support System: The Power of Community in Investor Relations with Matt Brusch, NIRI

Matt Brusch, President and CEO of NIRI, shares how peers are pivotal to career development in investor relations. Listen to the episode now:

May 1, 2023

S1E05 - Catapult Your Career: The Habits of High-Performing IROs with Smooch Repovich Rosenberg

Want to get ahead in your IR Career? Smooch Repovich Rosenberg, executive headhunter, shares her advice for enterprising IROs. Listen now:

February 20, 2023

S1E04 - Building a Strong Foundation: Creating an In-House Investor Relations Department from the Ground Up with Brooks Rennie, Byline Bank

Brooks Rennie, Head of IR at Byline Bancorp, details his process for building an IR function from scratch. Listen now to learn more:

February 6, 2023

S1E02 - Winning the Battle for the Boardroom - Navigating the Do's and Don'ts of Proxy Fights with Michael Verrechia, Morrow Sodali

Michael Verrechia, Managing Director of the M&A and Activism Advisory Group at Morrow Sodali, shares his insights on activism preparedness.

January 17, 2023

S1E01 - The Most Frequently Asked Questions About ESG with Victoria Sivrais, Clermont Partners

Victoria Sivrais, Partner at Riveron (FKA Clermont Partners) answers the most frequently asked questions about ESG. Listen now:

January 16, 2023