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The Investor Relations Podcast
The Investor Relations Podcast
The Investor Relations Podcast is where IR professionals, investment bankers, and public company executives sharpen their edge on capital markets, regulatory compliance, and investor communication. Every episode brings in someone who has done the work — IR officers who have run the earnings call, bankers who have priced the deal, securities counsel who have drafted the disclosure — sharing actionable insight on: • IPOs, secondary offerings, and PIPEs • Roadshows and investor presentations that hold up to SEC scrutiny • Engaging retail and institutional investors while adhering to Reg FD • Social media in investor relations: what's permissible, and where to tread carefully • Earnings calls, forward-looking statements, and material disclosure • Shareholder activism and modern corporate governance • ESG reporting and communicating those efforts effectively • Building investor trust and driving long-term shareholder value Whether you're preparing for a capital raise, leading communications for a public company, or making sure your team stays compliant, this show delivers real-world conversations and the connections to help you succeed. Hosted by Joshua Wilson, a registered investment banking representative holding FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure and a licensed Florida real estate broker, with more than 2,000 interviews across the capital markets. A One Iron Network production. Interested in joining as a guest? Reach out at theinvestorrelationspodcast.com/contact. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not legal, financial, or compliance advice. Views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not reflect the positions of any regulatory agency, organization, or employer. Consult your own compliance, legal, or financial advisors regarding SEC, FINRA, and other applicable requirements. Nothing here constitutes a solicitation or recommendation for any financial product or service.
March 20, 2025

The Role of Investor Relations in Smaller IPOs

How micro and small cap companies that go public without major bank sponsorship can use proactive, creative IR to fill the gap.

Challenges and Solutions for Micro and Small Cap Companies Going Public

This episode discusses the major challenges faced by micro and small cap public companies, particularly focusing on the lack of sponsorship that these companies often encounter when they go public via IPO, reverse merger, or SPAC without support from well-known banks.

The importance of the Investor Relations (IR) function in addressing this challenge is highlighted, emphasizing the need for proactive and creative strategies to increase visibility and awareness among investors.

Disclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a registered investment banking representative and a licensed real estate broker. The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or compliance advice. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice. All views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of any regulatory agency, organization, or employer. Listeners are encouraged to consult their own compliance teams, legal counsel, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable regulations, including SEC, FINRA, and other industry-specific requirements. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation or recommendation for any financial products or services.

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Managing Director

At an early age, Valter found a passion for finance and particularly the stock market, fascinated by how businesses were built, how companies accessed the capital markets, valuations, and how senior executives told their story. Throughout his career, he has had the privilege of working closely with C-level management teams of public and private companies, globally, with a specific focus on those with valuations under $500 million.

Prior to joining KCSA, Valter was a Partner in a boutique financial communications firm based in NYC. In December 2016, he and his Partner merged their business with KCSA, a leading Public Relations, Investor Relations, Social Media, and Digital Markets agency. Today, Valter is Managing Director in the Investor Relations department.