Investor Relations Society
Purpose: The
Investor Relations Society (IRS) aims to
promote excellence in investor relations through:
- Carrying out research,
publishing information and providing education and training;
- Increasing awareness of
investor relations techniques and best practice;
- Providing a forum for
members to exchange views and share knowledge and experiences;
- Representing the views
of the members to regulatory bodies, the investment community and
government; and
Supporting high professional and ethical standards in the practice of
investor relations.
Membership: IRS
has over 600 members
drawn from listed companies and consultancies, including around 80% of the FTSE
100, and a growing number of smaller companies. It also has members from across
Europe, Asia and America.
Founded: 1980
Based:
Bedford House, 3 Bedford Street,
London
Structure:
The IRS is run by a board of non-executive directors, each responsible for an
aspect of the Society's activities.
Chairman:
Peregrine Riviere -
Group director of corporate affairs at Carphone Warehouse
Deputy chairman:
Richard Davies -
managing director of Richard Davies Investor Relations
General Manager: Michael Mitchell
Other Contacts: Rachael Shaw, head of
events and professional development; Kelly Creely,
conference & commercial Executive; Tony Workman, membership & sponsorship
manager
Activities: The IRS holds regular courses
and seminars to assist with professional development. It also holds an annual
conference and best practice awards. It has also developed the foundation
qualification for IR professionals, the Certificate in IR.
Links
Investor Relations Society
Australasian Investor Relations Association
Canadian Investor Relations Institute
International Investor Relations Federation
National Investor Relations Institute |
