Champions of Retail Engagement

C.O.R.E. (Champions of Retail Engagement) is a designation awarded to public companies that demonstrate a genuine commitment to engaging retail investors.

It provides simple, visible, third-party recognition for companies that treat retail investors as a meaningful part of their investor relations strategy.

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Average percentage of stocks worldwide owned by retail investors

~30%

Percentage of IR budget spent on retail investors

~5%

Percentage increase in average trading volume for Curation Connect clients

~35%

Why C.O.R.E. matters

Signal credibility

C.O.R.E is an independent recognition of engagement with retail investors

Build trust with investors

C.O.R.E signals clearer, more consistent communication with shareholders

Stand out

A C.O.R.E designate gives companies visible differentiation versus its listed peers

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How C.O.R.E. is assessed

C.O.R.E. designations are awarded using a defined scoring framework that assesses the quality, consistency and accessibility of a company’s retail investor engagement. Assessments are conducted by Curation Connect and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Full scoring criteria are shared directly with companies as part of the assessment process.

What companies
receive

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For websites, IR pages, decks and reports

Public listing

Featured on this page as a C.O.R.E. / Gold C.O.R.E. designate

Assessment outcome

A breakdown of your C.O.R.E application results

Optional support

We can work with C.O.R.E designates to further improve retail investor strategies.

Our Process

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Apply

Submit your application and share the necessary information to begin assessing your current level of retail investor engagement.

Assessment

Our team conducts a structured analysis based on program criteria, identifying strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

Designation

Based on the results, your company may receive a designation (e.g., "Gold C.O.R.E.") and be listed in the official C.O.R.E. directory.

Implementation

You receive a clear action plan to embed your C.O.R.E certificate into your IR & comms as well as recommendations to further improve your retail investors communications.

Public Announcement

Designated companies are publicly announced, reinforcing credibility and commitment to a verifiable engagement standard.

C.O.R.E. Designates

Companies that have been awarded the C.O.R.E. designation.

Focus Graphite

Focus Graphite is developing high-grade flake graphite deposits to supply top quality battery-grade graphite for the green energy revolution.

Marex Solutions

They manufacture and distribute bespoke derivative products to help corporates manage market risk and the volatility of commodity and currency prices.

Eden Research

Eden Research plc is an aim-quoted company focused on sustainable biopesticides and plastic-free encapsulation technology for use in global crop protection.

Rainbow Rare Earth

Rainbow Rare Earths aims to be a forerunner in the establishment of an independent and ethical supply chain of the rare earth elements that are driving the green energy transition and other advanced future-facing technologies.

Gold C.O.R.E. Designates

Companies that demonstrate best-in-class retail investor engagement under the C.O.R.E. framework.

MeiraGTx, an emerging leader in genetic medicine, boasts Johnson & Johnson and Sanofi as shareholders, a partnership with Hologen AI – an Eric Schmidt (former Google CEO) company – and has a number of late-stage drugs in its clinical pipeline using its first-gen gene technology.

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The Gym Group operates a chain of 24/7 gyms across the UK. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Croydon, London, it offers affordable memberships and flexible access to modern gym facilities, catering to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts.

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IP Group has been backing and nurturing science and technology-based businesses for over 20 years. Alongside our expert partners, we support visionary companies with access to capital as well as the essential expertise and insight that accelerate the impact of science for a better future for people and planet.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does C.O.R.E membership cost?

If you work with Curation on developing a retail investor strategy you will receive a C.O.R.E designate inclusive in the fee you pay. If you are not a client and would like to apply for C.O.R.E then we have a price available upon request.

How does Companies receive a Gold C.O.R.E designate?

A Gold C.O.R.E designate is reserved for the corporates who have the most comprehensive retail investor engagement. Upon application, we will clearly explain to corporates the crtieria needed to attain a Gold designate.

Where does Curation recommend Companies showcase the C.O.R.E designate?

The C.O.R.E designate sends a signal to investors that you take retail investors seriously. Therefore, we recommend making the designate visible on your website and IR materials such as investor presentations and annual reports.

What ongoing support do C.O.R.E members receive?

C.O.R.E members will have a dedicated Curation account manager who will work closely to recommend best practices for retail engagement.