Middle East Investor Relations Association

The Middle East Investor Relations Association in parnership with #Saudi_Tadawul_Group and the CFA Institute announces the launch of the fifth edition of the Saudi Capital Market Awards. These awards aim to honor market participants and highlight their contributions to the development of the Saudi Capital Market across 17 categories. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e5Hx6FPe #SCMAwards2024 #SCMA2024 #MEIRA #Saudi_Tadawul_Group Saudi Tadawul Group

Congratulations Stephen Harrison on completing the Certificate in Investor Relations Officer (#CIRO) from The Middle East Investor Relations Association!

🌟 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀 🌟 Last week, we successfully concluded our 16th Annual Conference in Abu Dhabi, hosting over 900 capital market practitioners across two days. While I have received countless messages of appreciation, it is time to shine the spotlight on the incredible team that brought this vision to life: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺: - 💼 Deborah and Linda: Managed relations with 60+ new members, coordinated contracts with 59 sponsors, juggled accounts payable/receivable, and ensured the team was well-fed every morning! - 🤝 Pedro: Tirelessly ensured the requirements of 59 sponsors were met and expertly handled our suppliers. - 📋 Alicia and Sonia: The dynamic duo at Audere Strategies, which is behind the Annual Report, ESG Awards, panel organization, and conference scripts. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀: - 📑 Katya: Managed speaker permits, registrations, and countless other details. - 🎨 Lina: Designed 90% of our conference materials with outstanding creativity. - 📊 Lucy and Matt: Organized our first corporate access event, uniting 46 issuers, 130+ investors, and 8 investment banks. - 🎭 Serge: Oversaw conference logistics and crafted the stunning Gala Dinner concept. -🎤 Raheela: Traveled from London to MC the entire event flawlessly. - 👏 Muhammad Ali: Our dedicated intern who tackled the most tedious tasks with a positive attitude. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀: -🏛 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱, led by Andrew: Entrusted me a year ago to lead #MEIRA and consistently challenged me to deliver an amazing event for all our stakeholders, and 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱, led by Rayan, always ready to spend some extra time with me, to drive improvements and discuss ideas! - 💻 Lumi Global: Managed conference logistics and technology with precision. - 📰 Edelman Smithfield: Delivered seamless PR support. - 🌐 IDX™: Created our conference website. - 🎥 Emperor MENA and BRR Media: Produced exceptional marketing content and the opening videos. - 🤝 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲: Helped shape the concept, discussions, and panels, playing a vital role in the event's success: Frederik, Tom, Hollie, Tatiana, Marwa, Patrick, Gleb, Nick, Lamia, Roger, Sofia, Marc. - Tatiana Volochkovich, the woman that make things happen in Abu Dhabi, and that brought us the MEGA Sponsor, ADNOC Group. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁: A heartfelt thank you to the #ADX, led with purpose from the top by CEO Abdulla Alnuaimi. Special praise goes to Joan Lew, the powerhouse who supported me throughout this journey and ensured everything ran seamlessly. This event’s success was not just about what happened on stage but the effort, passion, and dedication behind the scenes. To this incredible team and to our members, sponsors, and participants: Thank you for making this milestone unforgettable! #Teamwork #AnnualConference #CapitalMarkets #Gratitude

𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 - 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁! Last week, we celebrated a major milestone with the #MEIRA 16th Annual Conference in Abu Dhabi, held in partnership with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (#ADX), under the MEGA Sponsorship of ADNOC Group and Strategic Sponsorships of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Smart Media The Annual Report Company.   The event brought together over 𝟵𝟬𝟬 capital market practitioners, including 𝟭𝟱𝟬+ 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝗿𝘀 from the region and 𝟯𝟯 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀. Over two dynamic days, we hosted 𝟵 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝟯 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝟭𝟳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀, and launched our first 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, enabling 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟳𝟬𝟬 𝗼𝗻𝗲-𝗼𝗻-𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 between 𝟰𝟲 𝗠𝗘𝗜𝗥𝗔 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟯𝟬+ 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀—supported by 8 local and international banks.   Key highlights included the unveiling of MEIRA’s AI-focused report, which revealed that 78% of respondents see AI as transformative for IR; the announcement of 𝗠𝗘𝗜𝗥𝗔’𝘀 𝗜𝗥 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 and the 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗖𝗜𝗥𝗢 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺, both launching in Q1 2025. The event culminated in the prestigious MEIRA IR Awards, honoring excellence with 𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 that celebrated the region’s best in IR. https://lnkd.in/d3XM_KRa As we look to the future, we are thrilled to announce that the 2025 MEIRA Annual Conference & Awards will take place in Oman under the Strategic Sponsorship of Muscat Stock Exchange S.A.O.C. We cannot wait to bring the region’s IR community together once again to innovate, celebrate, and drive our industry forward. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟱𝟵 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆! Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange #ADX Dubai Financial Market Nasdaq Dubai Saudi Exchange Saudi Tadawul Group Bahrain Bourse Boursa Kuwait Qatar Stock Exchange Amman Stock Exchange First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) Smart Media The Annual Report Company Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Edelman Smithfield ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Al Ramz PJSC (ALRAMZ:UH) HSBC J.P. Morgan Morgan Stanley Riyad Bank

🎉𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗠𝗘𝗜𝗥𝗔 𝗜𝗥 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 🥳 We are thrilled to extend our warmest congratulations to each of our winners for their outstanding achievements! Full list > https://lnkd.in/d3XM_KRa #MEIRA #MEIRA2024Conference #IRbestpractice #IRAwards #awards

🌿 Panel: The Intersection of ESG and Islamic Finance This session delves into the synergy between ESG principles and Islamic finance. Moderated by Imad Al Fadel, the panel features thought leaders Jasmine Mehta, Fadi Al-Qutub and Asjad Yahya. Together, they explore how ethical and sustainable finance can align with Sharia-compliant practices, unlocking new opportunities for growth and impact. Join the conversation on building a sustainable financial future through this powerful intersection. #2024MEIRAAnnualConference

🤝 Panel: Strategies for Building Trust and Lasting Engagement with Retail Investors This session explores effective approaches to establish trust and foster enduring relationships with retail investors. Led by moderator Sylvie Harton, the expert panel features Walid Kotaich, Dhanya Isaac, Anna Vasilenko, and Dr Sabah Al-Binali, who share their experiences and actionable insights. Discover innovative strategies and techniques to engage retail investors and build confidence in today's evolving market. #2024MEIRAAnnualConference

🌟 Panel: Navigating the Investor Maze: Asset Management Strategies for a Multifaceted Audience The conversation delves into cutting-edge asset management strategies tailored to diverse investor profiles. Moderated by Sam Ryan Siahpolo, this engaging panel includes insights from distinguished speakers: Nick Mason, David Rothon, Scott Darling, and Manuel Isaza. Join us to explore dynamic approaches and gain practical takeaways for managing complex investor needs. #2024MEIRAAnnualConference

📊 Case Study: “IR Survey – What the Buy Side Values Most” We’re diving into the key priorities and insights from the buy-side perspective in investor relations. Presented by Matthew Smallwood from Instinctif Partners, this case study reveals what matters most to investors and how IR professionals can align their strategies to meet these expectations. An unmissable session for anyone aiming to elevate their investor relations practices. #2024MEIRAAnnualConference

🔥 Fireside Chat: Managing IR During Times of Crisis The spotlight is on navigating investor relations through challenging times, focusing on strategies for retaining existing investors and attracting new ones. Moderated by our CEO, Paolo Casamassima, this session features insights from kamel husseini sharing his expertise on effective crisis management in the financial world. Engage with this critical discussion as we explore resilience and opportunity in the face of adversity. #2024MEIRAAnnualConference