Q4 Inc. Announces Appointment of Courtney Austermehle as Chief Marketing Officer
Appointment of new marketing leader highlights the company’s focus on redefining the investor relations industry as the leading IR Ops platform
The IR Breakfast Roundtable Series: Planning a Successful Event
Capital Markets Days (CMDs) present a significant opportunity for companies to communicate their strategy, vision, and value proposition to investors, analysts, and other stakeholders. However, planning a successful CMD can be challenging. In a recent installment of our IR Breakfast Roundtable Series, IR professionals gathered to discuss best practices, common hurdles, and innovative approaches to CMD planning.
Featured interview: Ed Miller, Head of IR, on the Q4 Platform – How it benefits both IR teams and agency partners
Investor Relations is a jack-of-all-trades job. IROs must manage websites, coordinate earnings calls, track shareholder activity, and ensure the highest quality disclosure, transparency, and regulatory compliance. That’s why we sat down with Ed Miller, Head of IR at Q4 and a seasoned industry professional, to discuss his experience using the Q4 platform. Joining the conversation is Sam Bagazzoli, Q4’s Head of Agency and Partnerships, who offers insights into how the platform empowers agencies to serve their clients better.
The future of IR is now: How to get started with AI
Since Chat GPT’s launch in 2022, AI has been taking the world by storm. Despite the AI buzz and its promise for transforming every industry, integrating AI into IR isn’t a one-size-fits-all effort. Many IR teams may not be planning to use AI at all. Others however, have already started experimenting. To most IR teams and agencies, the question remains, “How do I get started with AI and what tools should I use?”
Q4 Inc. Charts Bold New Path for Investor Relations with AI-Driven IR Ops Platform
An AI-driven tech stack holistically designed to equip IR leaders with data, insights, and smart workflows that power remarkable outcomes
Sharpening your equity story: Beyond the basics
We all know a strong equity story is essential for attracting investors – but what does that really mean in practice? Let’s ditch the generic advice and dive into the details that will make your company stand out.
Maximizing your impact: 10 essential best practices for earnings
Earnings season is a whirlwind of financial reports, analyst calls, and preparation. It’s a crucial opportunity to shape the narrative around your company’s performance, communicate your vision, and build investor confidence. But in a crowded market, how can you make your company’s voice stand out?
Q4 Inc. Announces Donna de Winter’s Retirement and Appointment of Leslie Lewis Westhaver as Chief Financial Officer
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Q4 Inc. (“Q4” or the “Company”), today announced that Donna de Winter will retire from her position as Q4’s Chief Financial Officer after a distinguished career with the company. Donna joined Q4 in 2019, and during her tenure as CFO and COO, she has made significant contributions to the Company’s strategy planning, financial management and business development. She successfully led the listing of the Company on the Toronto Stock Exchange and most recently led the Company’s acquisition by Sumeru Equity Partners in February 2024. Donna leaves Q4 in a strong position for future growth. With Donna’s planned retirement, the company has appointed Leslie Westhaver as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective April 1, 2024.
Navigating IR in the Nordics: Strategies for informed communication
At a recent roundtable event in Copenhagen, Q4 brought together a group of Investor Relations professionals to discuss the importance of building an effective communications strategy.
Client spotlight: Insights and advice from Isabelle Adjahi of Lion Electric Co.
Working in Investor Relations is as demanding as it is rewarding, and developing resilience is crucial for success. With the introduction of AI, evolving ESG regulations, and the current economic climate, both novice and experienced IROs are facing new challenges and uncertainty.