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Agenda-at-a-Glance*

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*Subject to change
 
  • Saturday, June 3, 2017
Pre-Conference Seminar: Finance 101 (Separate registration)

 Finance 101 Introduction to Capital Markets & Finance Fundamentals

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pre-Conference Seminar: Crafting Effective Messages & Writing for IR Audiences (Separate registratio

One of two all day pre-conference seminars on Saturday. Separate registration required. Light refreshments provided.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
NIRI Volunteer Appreciation Gala Dinner (By invitation only)

This Saturday evening gala is a special "thank you" to high-profile NIRI volunteers for their work supporting the organization and IR industry. Attendance by invitation only from NIRI.

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday, June 4, 2017
NIRI Golf Classic (Separate registration)

Ritz-Carlton Golf Course

NIRI will again host its popular Golf Classic on Sunday morning with breakfast provided beforehand at the Club. Tee time is at 8:00 am. Limited space is available and advanced registration is required. Click here to Register and learn more. Additional information will be sent to registered participants the week prior to the conference.

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pre-Conference Seminar: Think Like an Analyst (Separate registration)

Pre-conference half-day seminar "Think Like an Analyst: Overview & Financial Modeling". Separate registration required. Continental breakfast provided. 

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Registration Hours

Mediterranean Ballroom Prefunction

Visit the NIRI registration desk to pick up your badge or ask questions. You must have your badge to enter conference events and sessions. 

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
New to NIRI Conference Orientation Session

Are you new to the NIRI Annual Conference or haven't attended for a couple of years? This session is open to all attendees and offers tips on how to get the best ROI from your time out of the office including featured sessions, the best networking opportunities and tips for post-conference networking and continued learning. 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Conference Workshop - IRO Teach-In: IR Strategy and Planning

This Sunday conference workshop "IRO Teach In: R Strategy and Planning" is open to all attendees registered for the Annual Conference. 

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Global IR Summit: Aligning Nonfinancial Disclosure Practices with Investor Expectations Hosted by BN

Palazzo Ballroom

Sustainability and ESG have been an increasing focus of the investment community in the past 10 years. With a lack of guidelines on disclosure practices for nonfinancial information, IROs globally constantly battle with various requests from investors and ESG rating agencies. In this session, we will discuss how to bridge the gap between the different expectations of market participants and identify best practices for nonfinancial information disclosure practices.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Best Practices for Competitive Intelligence Hosted by AlphaSense

Palazzo Ballroom

Learn best practices on effective competitive intelligence for IR teams. We recognize that IROs are often the voice of a company, and increasingly, IROs also function as the eyes and ears of the organization – providing key business leaders with insightful analysis and updates on peers, the industry and broader market. Learn how to quickly access and monitor important competitive information that will allow you to deliver meaningful insights with the speed and depth necessary to keep pace with the market and the expectations of your organization. In this session, you will learn about the practice of competitive intelligence from a leading industry source, as well as how your peers in investor relations use new technology and address the competitive intelligence demands of their job.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
IR Showcase Opening and Welcome Reception

Mediterranean Ballroom

Join NIRI and exhibitors for the opening of the IR Showcase on Sunday evening. Network with exhibitors and colleagues while enjoying a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres. 

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Monday, June 5, 2017
Fitness Activity: Yoga Sponsored by Raymond James

Participate in an early morning yoga session on Monday lead by a certified instructor. This event is complimentary and mats are available on a first come first serve basis.

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Registration Hours

Mediterranean Ballroom Prefunction

Visit the NIRI registration desk to pick up your badge or ask questions. You must have your badge to enter conference events and sessions. 

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Industry Meetup Networking and Breakfast

Continental breakfast and small group discussion with industry professionals open to all attendees. 

7:15 AM - 8:15 AM
General Session - Disruption in the Market: Leaders that are Changing Business Forever

Coquina Ballroom

Candid discussion on leadership and culture from companies that are "disrupters" or "reinventing"

8:30 AM - 9:25 AM
NIRI Today

Coquina Ballroom

9:25 AM - 9:40 AM
General Session - Powerful Tweets: How Corporations are Preparing to Beat a Social Media Crisis

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

9:40 AM - 10:30 AM
Morning Break in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Monday morning networking and refreshment break with exhibitors and colleagues in the IR Showcase immediately following the General Session.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
IR Showcase Open

Mediterranean Ballroom

Exhibits open in the IR Showcase. 

10:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Concurrent Sessions Round 1

Palazzo Ballroom and Del Lago 1-2

Monday morning breakout sessions addressing hot topics important to the IR industry. A choice of 5 sessions will include Market Structure Trends Shaping the Future of Equity Markets: Finding Liquidity for Small Cap Companies. 

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Networking lunch with exhibitors and colleagues in the IR showcase. A buffet lunch will be provided.

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
NIRI Emerging Leaders Luncheon (By invitation only) Sponsored by CamberView Partners

Description coming soon.

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
General Session with Anthony Scaramucci

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Afternoon Break in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Afternoon networking break with exhibitors and colleagues in the IR Showcase. Light refreshments provided.

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Concurrent Sessions Round 2

Palazzo Ballroom and Del Lago 1-2

Monday afternoon breakout sessions addressing hot topics important to the IR industry. Attendees will have a choice of five sessions.

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Life is Not a Stress Rehearsal: Using Humor & Wisdom for Success with Loretta LaRoche

Coquina Ballroom

Networking reception on Monday with keynote speaker Loretta LaRoche, an acclaimed speaker, author and international stress expert and humor consultant.

5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Fitness Activity: Fun Run/Walk Sponsored by Raymond James

Valencia Terrace

Participate in an early morning 5K fun run or 3k walk on Tuesday. This event is complimentary and open to all interested participants.

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Ask the Experts Breakfast with NIRI Fellows and Senior Roundtable

Coquina Ballroom

Small group discussions will provide the opportunity for attendees to meet NIRI fellows and learn about their work and involvement in the IR industry as a fellow. This is open to all attendees and continental breakfast will be provided.

7:15 AM - 8:15 AM
Registration Hours

Mediterranean Ballroom Prefunction

Visit the NIRI registration desk to pick up your badge or ask questions. You must have your badge to enter conference events and sessions. 

7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
General Session with Connie Dieken

Coquina Ballroom

General session speaker Connie Dieken will present "Influence Your World: The Proven Path to Gain Gravitas in a Demanding World". 
 

8:15 AM - 9:35 AM
Concurrent Sessions Round 3

Palazzo Ballroom and Del Lago 1-2

Tuesday morning concurrent sessions addressing hot topics in the IR industry. Attendees will have a choice of five sessions.

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
SRT Session (By invitation only)

Description coming soon.

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Morning Break in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Tuesday morning networking and refreshment break with exhibitors and colleagues in the IR Showcase immediately following the General Session.

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
IR Showcase Open

Mediterranean Ballroom

Exhibits open in the IR Showcase. Closing reception and prize drawing 5:00-6:00 pm.

10:45 AM - 6:15 PM
Concurrent Sessions Round 4

Palazzo Ballroom and Del Lago 1-2

Tuesday morning concurrent sessions addressing hot topics important to the IR industry.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
SRT Session (By invitation only) - Never a Dull Moment: CEO's Lessons Learned in Dealing with Hostil

Description coming soon.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Lunch in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Lunch in the IR Showcase with exhibitors.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch and Learn Sponsored Sessions

Palazzo Ballroom

"Lunch and Learn" sponsored sessions. Separate registration required and lunch provided. Attendees will have a choice of four sessions sponsored by Business Wire, Corbin Perception, Ipreo, Rivel Resarch Group addressing different topics. 

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Concurrent Sessions Round 5

Palazzo Ballroom and Del Lago 1-2

Tuesday afternoon concurrent sessions addressing hot topics important to the IR industry. Attendees will have a choice of five sessions including Are We Managing the Street Well or is The Street Managing Us?

1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Ice Cream Social in the IR Showcase Sponsored by Kingsdale Advisors

Mediterranean Ballroom

Afternoon networking break with exhibitors and colleagues in the IR Showcase. Light refreshments provided.

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
General Session with Elisse Walter

Coquina Ballroom

This Tuesday afternoon two-part general session will include a presentation by Elisse Walter, former Chairman & Commissioner at Securities and Exchange Commission, and a panel discussion on Managing for the Long-Term 
in a Short-Term World.  

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
General Session - Managing for the Long Term in a Short Term World

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Closing Reception in the IR Showcase

Mediterranean Ballroom

Don't miss your last chance to network with exhibitors in the IR Showcase and claim your prize during the giveaway. Enjoy refreshments and mingle with exhibitors and colleagues. 

5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
  • Wednesday, June 7, 2017
IRC Overview Session and Networking Breakfast

Mediterranean 6-7

Networking breakfast with NIRI IRC volunteers to learn about certification program. 

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
Registration Hours

Mediterranean Ballroom Prefunction

Visit the NIRI registration desk to pick up your badge or ask questions. You must have your badge to enter conference events and sessions. 

7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
General Session: Global Economic Outlook: Assessing the Impact of Recent Geopolitical Changes

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
General Session - Good Corporate Governance: Is it Just Common Sense?

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
General Session with Dan Nevins - Reinvention When Faced with Adversity

Coquina Ballroom

Description coming soon

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
 

Why Attend?


The NIRI Annual Conference is the world's largest IR education and networking conference for practitioners, counselors, and providers.

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Location


JW Marriott Orlando and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando

4040 Central Florida Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32837
www.grandelakes.com

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Earn PDUs

When attending the NIRI Annual Conference, IRC™ credential holders can
 

  • earn 4 PDUs per day
  • earn 1 PDU for being a speaker, panelist, or presenter
  • cover the required 7 IR competencies

Stop by the Certification Lounge or visit the IRC homepage for detailed information.