NIRI Chicago Elects 2026-2027 Officers and Directors
The Chicago chapter of NIRI, The Association for Investor Relations (NIRI Chicago), has elected 10 officers and directors to its board for the 2026-2027 term, effective July 1.
“As capital markets evolve, shareholder expectations continue to rise, and technological advancements reshape how companies engage with investors, the role of the investor relations officer continues to expand in scope and strategic importance,” said Brooks O. Rennie, incoming chapter president. “NIRI Chicago is fortunate to be guided by an exceptional board of directors whose leadership, experience and commitment position our organization to remain a leading resource for investor relations professionals across the Midwest and the nation. I encourage current and prospective members to join us throughout the year—beginning with our 2026 Midwest IR Symposium on Sept. 17 in downtown Chicago—to learn from industry leaders and explore the trends shaping the future of investor relations.”
Officers
President: Brooks O. Rennie, vice president, head of investor relations, Byline Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BY). This is Rennie’s fifth year on the NIRI Chicago board. He recently received an MBA from the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, DePaul University; is a former director on the NIRI Twin Cities board; and was named a NIRI 40 Under 40 honoree in 2019.
