IR Department’s managing director Jane Lowe talked with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about her nomination for the Women in Finance Awards 2024, set for Friday, November 15, at the Hyatt Regency in Sydney.
Lowe shared her extensive background in investor relations and capital markets, spanning over two decades.
After founding the IR Department in 2014, her goal was to address the support gaps faced by smaller ASX-listed companies. “The smaller guys really could benefit from the sort of consulting work that I was able to offer,” she said.
IR Department's Jane Lowe has been nominated for the Women in Finance Awards 2024.
Lowe also emphasised the role of innovation and diversity in investor relations. She noted the importance of inclusivity within a traditionally male-dominated sector, stating that “a good balance on board... should help us to make more balanced decisions.”
Beyond gender diversity, she highlighted her company’s focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards and ongoing client achievements, including successful IPOs and capital raises.
Lowe’s nomination in the Small Business Advisor category aligns with her firm’s mission to bolster small businesses, which make up 97% of Australia’s business sector.
Her dedication is evident in her ambitions for the IR Department’s future, especially in enhancing ESG consultancy.