Connor Gibson
Advance Auto Parts, Inc.
Raleigh
13
years of professional experience
Strategic financial communications specialist with extensive internal and external communication experience, including crafting press releases, managing quarterly earnings disclosures, and leading investor relations. Expert at bridging complex financial data with clear, compelling stakeholder messaging and aligning cross-functional teams across finance, legal, and executive leadership. Known for high emotional intelligence and fostering collaborative, relationship-driven environments with institutional investors, analysts, and internal partners.
Work History
Senior Manager, Investor Relations
11 Months- Worked with senior management on strategy development and execution planning.
- Utilized effective communication techniques to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Managed multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Established performance metrics to monitor progress towards organizational goals and objectives.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends and make actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborated closely with senior executives to develop long-term corporate strategy plans.
- Consistently met and exceeded company goals.
- Administered annual operating and capital budget to facilitate profitability.
Lead Investor Relations Analyst
2 Months- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with institutional investors, resulting in an increased percentage of portfolio holdings.
- Led quarterly investor communication activities, including roadshows, 1-on-1 meetings, and conference presentations, demonstrating updated financial results and guidance.
- Developed compelling investor presentations and pitch materials, effectively communicating company strategy and performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and product, ensuring alignment of investor messaging with company initiatives.
- Provided market intelligence and competitive analysis, informing strategic decision-making.
- Supported debt financing initiatives through effective investor outreach and relationship management, issuing a total of over $2B of Total Debt, plus $1B of Convertible Debt.
Senior Investor Relations Analyst
3 Years 8 Months- Reported directly to the Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Corporate Development, collaborating closely with the executive management team (C-Suite).
- Managed relationships with institutional investors and analysts, serving as the key point of contact for investment community inquiries.
- Created comprehensive investor materials, including presentations, fact sheets, and due diligence documents.
- Led quarterly earnings release process, preparing executive presentations and managing disclosure communications.
- Collaborated with finance, credit, and legal teams, ensuring an accurate representation of financial performance and strategic initiatives.
- Spearheaded Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives, resulting in multiple credit rating upgrades, demonstrating the ability to align with evolving investor priorities.
Senior Operations Analyst
3 Years 4 Months- Produced analysis reports for senior management, showcasing company performance and individual sales metrics.
- Offered ad-hoc reporting and operational support for senior management, business development, and underwriting teams, which ultimately became relied on to track and provide individual and team’s monthly, quarterly, and annual performances.
- Developed, tested, and implemented complex, standardized reports, acting as CRM system Super User and ensuring data accuracy.
- Collaborated with management and staff, evaluating business practices and identifying opportunities for analysis.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Skills
Investor relations
Financial communications
Market intelligence
Competitive analysis
Financial analysis
Interpersonal skills
Quarterly earnings preparation
Cross-functional collaboration
Presentation development
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Emotional Intelligence
Cross-functional team coordination
Cross-functional communication
Talent development
Corporate communications
Problem-solving
Employee coaching and mentoring
Good judgment
Professional and courteous
Relationship building
Lead generation
Timeline
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