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The Global Investor Relations Revolution
The Definitive Handbook for Today’s Investor Relations Professional
Available to buy now on Amazon or Barnes & Noble
“A must-read for anyone in investor relations!” John Gollifer
“Tired of explaining what investor relations actually does? Hand them this book. The definitive resource on IR’s strategic value.” Matthew Johnson, Group Communications Director, IR & CEO Office, VODAFONE
“This book is a ‘State of the Nation’ for global IR. Understand where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re going.” Andreas Bork, Vice-President, IR & ESG, SHELL
“The definitive roadmap for modern investor relations professionals. A must-read for anyone serious about elevating their IR career.” Matthew O’Keeffe, Managing Director, Global IR, FTI CONSULTING
The Global Investor Relations Revolution
We’re thrilled to announce that The Global Investor Relations Revolution – a first-of-its-kind global handbook for the investor relations profession – is now available to buy.
The official launch of the book was marked by one of the largest-ever global gatherings of IR professionals in the stunning auditorium at Goldman Sachs, London. This milestone event brought together a powerful collective of industry leaders to reflect on the past, present, and future of the IR profession.
Oskar Yasar, author of the book, opened the event with an introduction to the book that celebrated the profession’s extraordinary journey – from a behind-the-scenes function to a strategic force embedded at the highest levels of corporate leadership.
He was joined by a world-class panel of experts including Bob Cowell, Founder, Makinson Cowell and Senior Adviser, Lazard; Jo Russell, Head of Investor Relations, Haleon; Douglas Radcliffe, Group Investor Relations Director, Lloyds Banking Group; Nadia Ridout-Jamieson, Chief Communications Officer, Experian and Charlie Lytle, Chair, Corporate Broking, Goldman Sachs.
Together, they explored the trends redefining IR – from the integration of AI and ESG, to evolving talent profiles, rising pay scales, and IR’s growing influence in the boardroom and beyond.
Main Auditorium, Goldman Sachs
Oskar Yasar, Broome Yasar Partnership
Panel Discussion
Bob Cowell, Founder, Makinson Cowell & Senior Adviser, Lazard
The Global Investor Relations Revolution
Whether you’re a seasoned IRO, aspiring leader, CFO, CEO or simply want to better understand the role of IR in how capital markets operate today, this is essential reading. Drawing on insights from IR professionals, advisors, and investor relations association leaders from across the globe, this book offers a roadmap to navigate – and lead – the continued transformation of IR.
What the book covers
This handbook captures a profession in transformation:
- The rise of IR from data-driven support role to strategic leadership function
- IR’s convergence with corporate affairs, ESG, and capital markets strategy
- The profession’s new talent demands – more strategic, more ambitious, more empowered
- The growing pressures from activism, AI, geopolitics, and economic change
- Five bold pillars for strengthening the profession over the next decade
Above all, it is a celebration of what IR has become – and a blueprint for where it’s headed.
Onwards!
“The definitive strategic manifesto exploring the metamorphosis of Investor Relations from a mundane reporting function to a critical strategic intelligence hub that redefines corporate communication and market engagement.” Amani Korayeim, Director Corporate Product & Partnerships Europe/EMEA, EXTEL
“Packed with insights from IR leaders across five continents. This is the global investor relations playbook you’ve been waiting for.” Laura Kiernan, Senior Vice President, RIVEL
“Finally, a comprehensive global perspective on the IR profession’s evolution. Essential reading for every IRO.” Anne Guimard, Founder & CEO, FINEO
