Launch of Emperor’s 2026 AIM and SmallCap research
More audiences. More channels. More expectations. One story.
Investors want clarity. Regulators demand compliance. Employees seek purpose. AI is accelerating content creation while trust becomes harder to earn. In a landscape defined by competing priorities, how can companies communicate with confidence?
Gain valuable insights from the Emperor team and a panel of experts representing a broad range of disciplines and experiences as we delve into the following topics during this interactive morning event:
Shaping the narrative: Building an equity story investors want to back
This session panel explores what makes a compelling equity story and why the best-performing communicators start with clarity rather than compliance. Using findings from Emperor's new AIM & Small Cap research, we'll examine how companies are communicating today, where the biggest opportunities exist and how businesses can articulate a differentiated investment proposition that resonates with investors.
Validating the narrative: Creating trust through transparency, governance and credibility
In Session 2, we'll delve into the latest governance and ESG reporting trends, drawing on insights from our research and expert discussion. We'll explore how companies can create more meaningful disclosure that demonstrates accountability, adds credibility and helps to defend against shareholder activism.
Cascading the narrative: Turning reporting into year-round engagement
The final session looks beyond reporting deadlines to explore how companies can create an always-on communications programme that extends the reach of their narrative across digital channels, social media and investor engagement activities to meet the needs of all their stakeholders including AI.
Join us for an insightful morning, as we consider the paradoxes shaping corporate reporting and communications today and explore how companies can build a credible story that resonates with all their stakeholders and stands up to scrutiny.
The morning at a glance
Investors want clarity. Regulators demand compliance. Employees seek purpose. AI is accelerating content creation while trust becomes harder to earn. In a landscape defined by competing priorities, how can companies communicate with confidence?
Gain valuable insights from the Emperor team and a panel of experts representing a broad range of disciplines and experiences as we delve into the following topics during this interactive morning event:
Shaping the narrative: Building an equity story investors want to back
This session panel explores what makes a compelling equity story and why the best-performing communicators start with clarity rather than compliance. Using findings from Emperor's new AIM & Small Cap research, we'll examine how companies are communicating today, where the biggest opportunities exist and how businesses can articulate a differentiated investment proposition that resonates with investors.
Validating the narrative: Creating trust through transparency, governance and credibility
In Session 2, we'll delve into the latest governance and ESG reporting trends, drawing on insights from our research and expert discussion. We'll explore how companies can create more meaningful disclosure that demonstrates accountability, adds credibility and helps to defend against shareholder activism.
Cascading the narrative: Turning reporting into year-round engagement
The final session looks beyond reporting deadlines to explore how companies can create an always-on communications programme that extends the reach of their narrative across digital channels, social media and investor engagement activities to meet the needs of all their stakeholders including AI.
Join us for an insightful morning, as we consider the paradoxes shaping corporate reporting and communications today and explore how companies can build a credible story that resonates with all their stakeholders and stands up to scrutiny.
The morning at a glance
| Time | Session |
| 09:00 - 09:15 | Opening remarks and scene-setting keynote |
| 09:15 - 09:50 | Session 1: Shaping the Narrative |
| 10:00 - 10:45 | Session 2: Validating the Narrative |
| 11:00 - 11:40 | Session 3: Cascading the Narrative |
| 11:40 - 11:45 | Closing remarks |
| 12:00 onwards | Lunch and networking |
Location
The Whitechapel Building
10 Whitechapel High St,
London E1 8QS
10 Whitechapel High St,
London E1 8QS
Date & Time
September 17, 2026, 8:30 AM