ARIR - Romanian Investor Relations Association

🎁 The holidays are about celebrating partnerships and achievements! 🎄This Christmas, we thank you for everything we are building together: a stronger and more united community. 🎇May the new year bring you success, transparency, and accomplishments to match! Merry Christmas and a bright New Year!

⭐ OMV Petrom writes the story of excellence: well-deserved awards at the Gala by ARIR 2024! 🏆 OMV Petrom was awarded for excellence in communication, reporting, and ESG performance, reaffirming the company’s commitment to transparency and sustainability. At the Gala by ARIR 2024, OMV Petrom received the following awards: 🥇 Awards based on the vote of a jury of 10 professionals with experience in the capital market: Best Annual Report – Large Cap Best ESG Performance & Communication – Large Cap Best Investor Relations Department – Large Cap Best Company Representative in the Capital Market – Christina Verchere 🎉 Congratulations to the OMV Petrom team and its leaders for their continuous efforts in setting high standards in the capital market and investor relations! Alina Popa, Adriana Marin, Simona Cruțu #GalabyARIR2024 #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess

✨ What sets apart an ordinary company from a successful one on the capital market? Transparent and high-standard communication! 📘 "A best practice manual is essential" – Daniela Maior (Șerban) announced the launch of a guide for 2025, designed to complement VEKTOR and support companies in building transparent and effective communication with investors. 🎤 During the “Educație cu Profit” show, Daniela Maior, ARIR President and Co-Founder, spoke about the success of the Gala by ARIR 2024 and the importance of the VEKTOR index, emphasizing the necessity of effective communication for listed companies. 💬 "VEKTOR has proven to be a guide for companies aiming to meet the highest standards and communicate transparently. We are seeing a growing interest in transcripts, videos, and quality reports—elements that were lacking five years ago." 📰 For more details, visit the link: https://lnkd.in/dzMb6Uqp #ARIRomania #InvestedInSuccess

Banca Transilvania – An Award-Winning Example of Excellence at Gala by ARIR 2024 Banca Transilvania was recognized for excellence and dedication in investor relations, winning multiple awards that confirm their commitment to transparency and performance. At the Gala by ARIR 2024, Banca Transilvania received the following awards: 🥇 Awards based on the vote of a jury composed of 10 professionals with experience in the capital market: Star of the Year in Capital Market – Large Cap 🥇 Awards based on evaluations conducted by institutional investors through an international survey organized by the Extel platform: Best Company in Investor Relations Best CEO for IR – Ömer Tetik Best CFO – George Calinescu, FCCA Best IRO – Aurel Bernat and Diana Mazurchievici 🎉 Congratulations to the Banca Transilvania team for your professionalism, vision, and the positive impact you bring to the capital market! #GalabyARIR2024 #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess

💬 "Investor Relations (IR) professionals must understand their audience, practice active listening, and connect the company’s story with market demands." - Cerasela-Simona Vasiliu, Investor Relations Officer, Antibiotice. 📈 ARIR has launched “Upgrade IR” – the Investor Relations Professionals Catalog, a project aimed at introducing the people behind investor communications to Romania’s capital market. 🤝 The project continues with Cerasela-Simona Vasiliu, Investor Relations Officer, Antibiotice. 📱 To learn more about the role and challenges of an Investor Relations Specialist, we invite you to read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dzZpEW2b #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess #UpgradeIR #IRProfessionals

🔎 A strong capital market has more players on the field who share best practices! At the Ziare.com and TradeVille “Quarterly Report” event, Daniela Maior, ARIR President and Co-Founder, highlighted the success of this year’s Gala by ARIR, which saw nearly 30 listed companies applying for awards. 🌟 “For us, this is the most important indicator, because beyond the 12 winners, what truly matters is having more players on the football field.” 📊 It was also announced that a best practices manual will be launched in 2025, complementing the VEKTOR indicator. 🌟 “VEKTOR tells you what to do, but it doesn’t tell you how to do it. This is where we aim to step in and fill that gap, so investors have access to high-quality information exactly when they need to make decisions.” #ARIRomania #InvestedInSuccess

What is the recipe for success for listed companies? 🎤 Florence Bindelle, Secretary General of EuropeanIssuers, delivered a message from Brussels during the Gala by ARIR 2024, emphasizing the importance of functional capital markets for the development and competitiveness of companies in Europe. 💡 "Diversifying funding sources and adopting the best ESG practices are essential for a resilient and sustainable economy. ARIR plays an important role in representing Romanian companies in Europe and promoting excellence in investor relations," she stated. 🤝We thank EuropeanIssuers for their constant support and for the valuable partnership we have in promoting best practices in investor relations. #GalabyARIR2024 #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess

✨ What remains after an evening dedicated to performance? Inspiration and a stronger community, motivated to continuously raise the standards! 🌟 Gala by ARIR 2024 was about excellence, energy, and community. 🎥 We captured the emotions and excitement of an evening dedicated to the very best. Watch the most beautiful moments from the Gala by ARIR 2024 here. Daniela Maior, Florence B., Mugur Popescu, Radu Hanga, Aurel Bernat, Alina Popa, Alexandru Stanean, Peter de Boer, Razvan Alexandru Rusu, Adriana Marin, Marius Dan, István Sárkány, Valentin Budeș, Răzvan Butucaru, David Trayford, Stefan Maxian, Dragoș Roșu, George Calinescu, Tinu Sebesanu #GalabyARIR2024 #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess

🌍 How prepared are listed companies for ESG reporting?   ✅Starting with the 2025 annual reporting, the largest listed companies will be required to report in compliance with European non-financial reporting standards.   🎤 Daniela Maior, ARIR President and Co-Founder, will speak about the impact of non-financial reporting on listed companies and their relationships with investors during the 9th edition of the "Best Practices in Corporate Sustainability" event.   📍 The Azores Sustainability & CSR Services will unveil the results of the Romania CST Index 2024 benchmark, 9th edition – an evaluation based on 85 indicators of sustainability reports – during the event on December 12, starting at 9:30 AM, at Nord Events Center by Globalworth, Bucharest.   📱 For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/dxEZFwWJ   #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess 

💼 The CFO – The key to success for a listed company! 🌟 The best professionals in the capital market holding the CFO position have been voted by institutional investors through Extel. We are delighted to congratulate George Călinescu, Claudiu Bistriceanu, and Valentin Budeș for their dedication, professionalism, and the positive impact they bring to their companies. 📊 The financial departments of Banca Transilvania, IMPACT Developer & Contractor, and Sphera Franchise Group wouldn’t be the same without these exceptional leaders. 🏆 Ranking: 1st Place – George Călinescu (Banca Transilvania) 2nd Place – Claudiu Bistriceanu (IMPACT Developer & Contractor) 3rd Place – Valentin Budeș (Sphera Franchise Group) 👏 You are a source of inspiration for the financial community and beyond! Daniela Maior Serban Daniela Aldescu Vlad Obreja #GalaByARIR2024 #ARIRRomania #InvestedInSuccess