CIRO Crisis Communication & IR Response 2

Question 1

When a company faces an unexpected CEO resignation amid fraud allegations, what should the IR team prioritize in the first two hours?

Accepted Answer

Notify the board, legal counsel, and prepare a holding statement

Answer

Engaging legal counsel and the board while preparing a holding statement ensures the company responds responsibly before committing to a full public statement.

Question 2

Which SEC regulation governs the timing and content of disclosures when a company learns of a material event during a crisis?

Accepted Answer

Rule 10b-5

Answer

Rule 10b-5 prohibits material misstatements or omissions in connection with securities transactions, making timely and accurate crisis disclosures legally essential.

Question 3

A plant explosion injures workers and halts production. When drafting the initial investor communication, which element should appear first?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledgment of the incident and concern for affected individuals

Answer

Leading with acknowledgment and human concern demonstrates corporate responsibility and builds credibility before addressing financial implications.

Question 4

During an activist investor campaign, the company's stock drops 15% in one day. Under Regulation FD, how should IR address analyst inquiries?

Accepted Answer

Refer all analysts to publicly available disclosures and use simultaneous public disclosure for any new material information

Answer

Regulation FD requires that any material nonpublic information disclosed to analysts must be simultaneously disclosed to the general public.

Question 5

What is a 'dark site' in the context of crisis communication preparedness?

Accepted Answer

A pre-built website activated during a crisis to provide accurate stakeholder information

Answer

A dark site is a pre-prepared but unpublished website that can be quickly activated during a crisis to centralize official communications for all stakeholders.

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CIRO Crisis Communication & IR Response 2