Hybrid AGMs: Boosting shareholder engagement in 2025

• Hybrid AGMs enhance accessibility and investor engagement.
• An AGM page centralises resources for shareholders.
• Interactive annual reports and videos help strengthen connections.

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a key opportunity to engage with shareholders of ASX-listed companies. It’s an annual touchpoint to connect, share updates, and strengthen trust. It’s a moment to debrief on company performance, listen to investor perspectives, and respond to concerns. Far from being a dated corporate formality, the AGM remains a vital platform for open dialogue and transparency.

With both in-person interaction and online access, hybrid AGMs are transforming how investors participate in 2025. Discover how this format not only broadens participation but also delivers more meaningful connections with your shareholders.

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1. Broader Reach and Greater Inclusion

A hybrid AGM removes geographical and logistical barriers. Your shareholders from interstate or overseas can participate without travel, ensuring inclusivity for retail investors who might not otherwise attend. More participation means a broader representation of shareholder voices in key decisions.

2. Flexibility to Meet Investor Needs

Offering both physical and virtual attendance options shows responsiveness to your shareholder preferences. Some investors value in-person networking, while others prefer the convenience of joining online. Hybrid formats cater to both without compromising engagement quality.

3. Active Participation Anywhere

Modern AGM technology allows your remote shareholders to take part in real time, like asking questions, responding to polls, and voting alongside those physically on site. This equal access strengthens investor engagement and fosters a sense of inclusion.

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4. Centralising AGM Resources Online

Speaking of digital tools, a dedicated AGM page on your website can also be a powerful resource. Hosting the meeting webcast, video interviews alongside ASX announcements, and voting outcomes in one location ensures investors can easily find and revisit essential information.

Likewise, annual reports are even more valuable when enabled for online viewing on your AGM page. Interactive reports allow your investors to navigate directly to sections that matter most to them, like financial results or market outlooks. This format could also provide various analytics, like which pages were viewed or downloaded, to help evaluate any enhancements needed on your next report.

5. Extending Engagement Beyond the AGM

Hybrid AGMs generate rich content, such as recordings, transcripts, Q&A summaries, that can be shared post-event via your website, email or social media. This prolongs the value of your meeting and supports year-round investor communications.

6. Actionable Insights for Management

Hybrid platforms provide detailed analytics, including attendance data, voting trends, and common questions, that help your management tailor future investor communications. These insights give your team a clearer view of shareholder priorities.

7. Demonstrating Transparency and Good Governance

Providing both in-person and virtual access to your AGM signals a commitment to accessibility and openness. This aligns with the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and strengthens investor confidence in your company leadership.

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In Summary

A hybrid AGM is more than a convenience. It’s a beneficial tool for your shareholder engagement. Combining flexible participation, centralised resources, interactive annual reports, and actionable insights, enables your ASX-listed company to build stronger investor relationships and long-term trust.

Touch base with IRM on +61 2 8705 5444 or clientrelations@irmau.com to explore an AGM page or online annual report tailored to your business. If you need help with video interviews, try the Proactive Media Pack for professional news coverage and expanded distribution. We could also help automate news delivery for your ASX Announcements. Talk soon!

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