The Basics of IR two day course tackles the main issues of the investor relation function in listed companies. On day one we will explore and analyze the ground rules of corporate legal affairs, the mechanics of the capital markets and the role of IR within the company. On the second day we will visit a trading floor, meet with different capital market players and focus on the external reporting and marketing role of Investor Relations. Lecturers are experienced IR Directors and capital market experts who will share their insights on best practices. After this two day course you will have in-depth insight into effective investor relations and a clear understanding of the nature of being a listed company, as seen from the capital markets’ perspective.

Speakers:

• “Regulatory aspects of listed companies and their shareholders”, Paul-Willem van Gerwen, Head Securities Markets AFM
• “IR & shareholders: Private equity, IPO and M&A”, Wouter van de Putte, Director Treasury & Investor Relations Ziggo
• “Capital markets: the players & the rules”, Annegien Blokpoel, Director PerspeXo
• “IR, External & Internal management”, Jurgen Pullens, Director Investor Relations Nutreco
• “Capital markets in action ING”, Richard Koning, Head of Sales Benelux & Marco Gulpers, Head of Research Benelux)
• Visit to trading floor ING Securities
• “Corporate Communication ‘around corporate events’”, Robin Boon, Head of Group Corporate Communications Aegon
• “IR in a changing world & changing company”, Dave Huizing, Vice-President Investor Relations DSM