Michael Miller
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS LEADER: INVESTOR RELATIONS & FINANCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
Employed
Available
Polished executive corporate communications leader with proven competencies consulting confidently and effectively with C-level executives, as well as other senior leaders. Apply analytical and financial acumen to ensure clear messages are delivered to investors and financial community. Build and maintain solid client and influencer relationships. Lead major initiatives, which include coordinating senior executives and business heads to meet with investors and media.
Well versed in social, digital and integrated marketing strategies. Drive adoption of digital practices into programs and new business efforts. Conceptualize and draft messaging in authentic manner that resonates with key constituencies, including media, industry analysts, clients, employees and industry and social media influencers that impact corporate perception. Manage issues related to executive leadership, acquisitions and other large scale corporate endeavors.
Well versed in social, digital and integrated marketing strategies. Drive adoption of digital practices into programs and new business efforts. Conceptualize and draft messaging in authentic manner that resonates with key constituencies, including media, industry analysts, clients, employees and industry and social media influencers that impact corporate perception. Manage issues related to executive leadership, acquisitions and other large scale corporate endeavors.
Head of Investor, Media & Public Relations
NATIONAL BANK OF ABU DHABI
Since 2012
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
- Recognized with increasing levels of authority via promotion from initial role as Head of Investor Relations for UAE’s largest bank ($100B+ balance sheet), comprised of network of 120 in-country branches and 50 international branches in 17 countries, generating $1B+ net profits annually. Interact with ratings agencies, and sell-side and buy-side analysts interested in covering stock or requiring updates on company. Conduct and prepare presentations for quarterly earnings calls, and draft earnings releases. Represent bank to investors at investor road shows and conferences. Manage team of 6. Elected Board Member and Head, Abu Dhabi Chapter, Middle East IR Society.
Highlighted Achievements:
- Collaborated closely with CEO, CFO and other executives, which included making introductions to investors. Represented interests of firm and C-level leadership and advised on strategic messaging.
- Led process to redesign investor website, presentations, annual report, quarterly board presentation and quarterly earnings release; provided consistent look and feel to branded materials aligned with company’s reputation.
- Created and directed highly regarded investor, media and PR team to shape financial and corporate communications, bringing engagement and production to levels not previously seen.
o Developed engaging and customer-friendly presentations and marketing materials used by sales staff and executives to present firm to potential and existing investors.
- Generated media coverage for high-profile events, including large international conferences.
o Set up media meetings, as well as interviews with Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg and Reuters.
o Prepared executives for interviews. Presented follow-up information to board and executive committee.
- Optimized PR value for company, including international coverage and exposure to media and investors. Secured $2M+ in savings through contract negotiations with vendors and communications consultant.
- Won award for “Leading Corporate for Investor Relations – UAE” in 2013, which was awarded based on survey of 336 individuals from 139 buy-side and sell-side organizations from Middle East, US, UK and continental Europe.
- Collaborated closely with CEO, CFO and other executives, which included making introductions to investors. Represented interests of firm and C-level leadership and advised on strategic messaging.
Managing Director, Strategic Client Group (2010-2011); Vice President, Investor Relations (2006-2010)
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORPORATION
2006
to 2011
New York
United States - New York
- Built and managed Wall Street relations and communicated strategic priorities, competitive position and financial results for the oldest banking corporation in the US with $1.6T in AUM and $28T in assets under custody and administration. Analyzed internal executive acquisition proposals, dividend increases, stock buybacks and regulatory changes.
Highlighted Achievements:
- Redesigned and consolidated financial reports and led investor relations integration efforts in connection with merger between Bank of New York and Mellon.
- Recognized for strategic leadership skills and ability to gain adoption for implementation of new ideas. Created best practices for IR client services. Identified, targeted and increased number of investors.
- Planned and directed investor conferences and successfully prepared internal executives to address investor questions/concerns.
- Managed strategic financial communications in cooperation with CFO and other BNY Mellon executives; communicated financials to top institutional clients.
- Redesigned and consolidated financial reports and led investor relations integration efforts in connection with merger between Bank of New York and Mellon.
Director, Investor Relations
THE DUN & BRADSTREET CORPORATION
2004
to 2006
Short Hills
United States - New Jersey
- Managed investor and sell-side analyst communications through targeted and well-positioned outreach initiative for this NYSE-listed provider of business information services that generates $1.65M in annual revenue. Presented financial analysis, reports and market studies to executive management. Educated analysts and investors on strategic priorities, competitive position and financial results to secure long-term capital and ensure full stock price valuation.
Highlighted Achievements:
- Served as company spokesperson and increased high-profile investor base and analyst relationships, achieving ratings upgrade recommendations and long-term investment decisions.
- Improved visibility to investors and analysts; increased company coverage and improved investor relations culture. Drafted scripts, presentations, press releases and annual reports.
- Served as company spokesperson and increased high-profile investor base and analyst relationships, achieving ratings upgrade recommendations and long-term investment decisions.
Senior Manager, Finance Leadership Rotational Program
AVAYA, INC.
2002
to 2005
Basking Ridge
United States - New Jersey
- Supported global financial operations for $2B division; negotiated $800M annual material procurement contract, spearheaded $150M annual tracking margin improvement initiative, and directed employees to achieve targeted organizational goals and business objectives. Developed and implemented strategic investor relations program, which included creating valuation models and conducting research. Co-led $50M annual contract audit; recommended solutions that saved $10M+ annually.
Associate, Corporate Finance Division
ARTHUR ANDERSEN
2001
to 2002
New York
United States - New York
- Executed M&A transactions and projects, including private equity placements and sell-side mandates across numerous industries. Designed client’s $30M strategic business plan and successfully structured and closed a network affiliate TV broadcast station sale; identified and contacted buyers, directed bidding process and led negotiations.
Master of Business Administration. Concentration: Finance
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, Robert H. Smith School of Business
Additional Training:
Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York, NY
Certificate of Achievement – Executive Education: Digital Marketing & Social Media
INSEAD – NBAD Academy, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Blue Ocean Strategy Program
Affiliation:
Middle East IR Society: Board Member & Abu Dhabi Chapter Head
Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York, NY
Certificate of Achievement – Executive Education: Digital Marketing & Social Media
INSEAD – NBAD Academy, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Blue Ocean Strategy Program
Affiliation:
Middle East IR Society: Board Member & Abu Dhabi Chapter Head
- Strategic Communications Planning & Oversight
- Executive Leadership
- Financial Analysis
- Shareholder Returns & Revenue Growth
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Board Presentations & Interactions
- Stakeholder Relationships
- Integrated Communications
