Ryan Floyd

Ryan Floyd, a portfolio manager at Barca Capital, delves into the nuances of investor relations, spotlighting its often-overlooked role in capital raising. He critiques common pitfalls like boilerplate messaging and a lack of candor. Instead, he advocates for more detailed, segmented data and storytelling to foster investor trust. Highlighting Edward Tufte’s principles, Ryan emphasizes the importance of well-designed visuals over generic slides. He also discusses the value of personal communication, encouraging video updates over cold emails to strengthen relationships.