Joanne Chan discusses the importance of integrating ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) into a company's investor relations strategy. She emphasizes the need for transparency and consistency in ESG communication, as well as tailoring a communication strategy to address the diverse concerns of investors and other stakeholders. Joanne also highlights the role of recognized ESG reporting standards and frameworks in setting targets for companies to achieve.
About the Guest
With over two decades of experience in investor relations, Joanne Chan established LBS Communications in 2012 in Hong Kong and has assisted over a hundred listed companies and startups in connecting with investors in the APAC region and other major financial markets. To support sustainable growth in the industry, she formed the Sustainability Investor Relations practice to support listed companies in enhancing their ESG performance and disclosures and to connect well-performing sustainability-focused companies with investors committed to responsible investing.
About the Host
Abbie Fink is vice president/general manager of HMA Public Relations in Phoenix, Arizona and a founding member of PRGN. Her marketing communications background includes skills in media relations, digital communications, social media strategies, special event management, crisis communications, community relations, issues management, and marketing promotions for both the private and public sectors, including such industries as healthcare, financial services, professional services, government affairs and tribal affairs, as well as not-for-profit organizations.
PRGN Presents is brought to you by Public Relations Global Network, the world’s local public relations agency. Our executive producer is Adrian McIntyre.
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