Pros:

1. Complete Control—The Power Is Yours:
   Hosting your call in-house gives you the keys to the kingdom. You dictate how, when, and what gets communicated. No middleman. No off-script narratives. With Dickenson, you’re not just running a call; you’re running your call exactly the way you envisioned it. You’re the maestro; we’re just the orchestra, making sure everything hits the right notes.

2. Branding with Swagger:
   Don’t settle for a dull event. With Dickenson, you get tailored solutions—branded events that scream your company, not some generic setup slapped together last minute by a broker. Customization isn’t just an option—it’s the standard. Your logo, your colours, your identity splashed across the screen for every participant to remember. That’s how you leave a mark.

3. Direct Investor Engagement—Cutting Out the Noise:
   Here’s the secret sauce: The more direct your engagement, the more trust you build. When you host your own call, there’s no broker filtering the dialogue or managing relationships behind the scenes. You’re face-to-face (virtually), answering your investors’ questions, driving your story. The transparency is palpable, and the connection is real.

4. Cost-Efficient Mastery:
   Look, brokers aren’t working pro bono. By taking control, you skip the hefty brokerage fees. With Dickenson’s scalable pricing,you only pay for what you actually need—nothing more, nothing less. Smart financial stewardship is a hallmark of any great CFO, and this is one area where the numbers work squarely in your favour.

But wait, there are cons to managing your own call, right? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

Cons: (And How Dickenson Becomes Your Secret Weapon):

1. “It Takes Too Many Resources”-Not on Our Watch:
   Sure, managing a call can feel like a daunting task. But here’s where Dickenson shines: We do the heavy lifting. From prepping your IR deck to managing participant registrations, tech support, and even moderating the Q&A-we handle it all. You get to focus on the message while we manage the mechanics.

2. “We Lack the Tech Expertise”-Enter the Gurus:
   Tech headaches? Not on our watch. Dickenson brings you end-to-end support-setting up the webinar, customizing the platform, and making sure every piece of tech runs smoothly. We even do dry runs with your team to make sure everything’s perfect before the big day. You don’t need to be a tech whiz-that’s why we’re here.

Pros:

1. Convenience—Just Show Up:
   Brokers handle everything, from setup to sending out invites. If your team’s bandwidth is maxed out, this might seem like an appealing option. No internal resources are stretched, and you can kick back (relatively speaking).

2. Access to the Broker’s Network—Kind of Like Borrowing Friends:
   Brokers have their own list of investor contacts, which can be handy if you’re looking to tap into a pre-built network. Of course, their priority is their relationship with those investors, not necessarily yours.

3. Perception of Independence—Keeping It Neutral:
   There’s a perception that when brokers host your call, it’s more “independent” and less biased. This can sometimes be a pro—if you’re trying to distance yourself from the narrative. But is that really what you want? Shouldn’t you be shaping the story yourself?

Cons: (Where Brokers Can Fall Short):

1. Lack of Control—You’re a Guest at Your Own Party:
   When brokers run the show, you’re at their mercy. They dictate the flow, and let’s face it, their agenda might not align with yours. They’re balancing multiple clients, and suddenly, your results call feels like just another transaction. That’s no way to build an authentic, lasting relationship with your investors.

2. Cookie cut—And for What?
   Convenience comes at a cost. With brokers, you’re not necessarily in for a better experience, but for a broker to set the narrative and press the buttons based on the quality of the analyst handling your call on the day. And don’t expect customization here; it’s a onesize-fits-all event. Does that sound like the kind of event your company deserves?