Event Details

MEIRA is excited to announce the MEIRA IR Academy Webinar titled "Consesus Management. Why provide guidance and best practice for doing so " in partnership with FTI Consulting.


This two-part session offers practical insights into two key pillars of effective investor relations: Analyst Consensus Management and Forward Guidance. We'll begin with consensus management - why it matters, how to monitor and manage analyst expectations, and what best practice looks like. The session will address common challenges, tools used by leading IR teams, and how to navigate this process within the context of the GCC market. The second half focuses on forward guidance - how to communicate long-term strategy and value drivers in a clear, credible way. We'll explore the current landscape in the region, highlight global best practices, and share case studies to illustrate what works. Designed for IR professionals at any stage, this session provides a practical framework to help you strengthen transparency, manage expectations, and build investor confidence.


The session will cover:


1. Consensus Management

I. Why Consensus Matters

II. The IR Role in Consensus Management

III. What Best Practice Looks Like

IV. Common Challenges and How to Handle Them

V. Recommendations


2. Forward guidance

I. What is Forward Guidance and Why It Matters

II. The Current State of Play in the GCC

III. Global Best Practice and What Sets It Apart

IV. Case Studies

V. Getting Started: Practical Steps


Format: This 90-minute training course will be delivered exclusively online through the MEIRA platform, allowing participants to join virtually from anywhere.


Pricing:

  • MEIRA Members: Complimentary
  • Non-MEIRA Members: USD 149 (VAT inclusive)


Important Notes:

  • For Non-Members: This webinar is exclusively available to IROs (Investor Relations Officers).
  • Service Provider Attendance: No more than 3 individuals from each service provider may attend.


If you have any questions, simply contact the team at: info@meira.me. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights and knowledge from the experts!


The course is subject to minimum attendance criteria requirements being met.

Speakers

  • Talal Almoallem (Senior Director of FTI Consulting)

    Talal Almoallem

    Senior Director of FTI Consulting

    Talal Almoallem-Senior Director – IR Advisory Talal is a senior Director at FTI Consulting and has been a key member of the MENA IR team since 2022, bringing over 15 years of experience across multiple sectors. With a strong financial background and deep regulatory expertise, he has advised clients including TAQA, ADNOC L&S, Salik, AD Ports, SEC, and Ooredoo. Previously, he led IR at Amlak Finance and holds certifications in IR and ESG. He is currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Manchester.

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  • Eric Chang (Senior Director of FTI Consulting)

    Eric Chang

    Senior Director of FTI Consulting

    Eric is a Senior Director at FTI Consulting, having joined the MENA IR team in 2023 with over 25 years of capital markets experience. A long-time UAE resident, he has built a strong network across GCC equities. Previously an EMEA TMT equity analyst and NBAD prop desk trader, he has led IR at Kingdom Hotel Investments, Orange Belgium, and du. He specializes in investor targeting, market analysis, and consensus management. Eric holds degrees from McGill and ESCP Business School.

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