Issuer Direct Corp Re-names and Re-brands as ACCESS Newswire Inc.: A Bold Step Toward the Future of Communications
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Issuer Direct (NYSE:ISDR) announced its corporate rebranding to ACCESS Newswire Inc., effective January 27, 2025, when it will begin trading under the new NYSE ticker symbol 'ACCS'. The rebranding initiative represents a strategic shift to create a comprehensive investor relations and public relations customer experience.
The company, which has operated since 2006 in corporate communications technology, is introducing a first-in-industry subscription model designed to transform traditional communications platforms. The rebrand consolidates the company's PR and IR offerings under a unified identity, featuring expanded services that combine press release distribution with monitoring, targeting, and outreach solutions.
The transition to ACCESS Newswire will begin on January 16, 2025, though the official name change takes effect January 27. The company's CUSIP will remain unchanged, and existing stockholders require no action regarding the name and ticker symbol change.
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- Introduction of innovative first-in-industry subscription model for PR/IR services
- Strategic consolidation of services under unified brand identity
- Expanded service offerings combining press release distribution with monitoring and targeting solutions
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The rebranding of Issuer Direct to ACCESS Newswire represents a strategic pivot to modernize its market positioning in the PR and IR communications space. The shift from a corporate services provider to a subscription-based newswire platform signals an attempt to capture recurring revenue streams and improve business predictability. The new subscription model could potentially disrupt the traditional pay-per-release pricing structure dominant in the newswire industry, currently led by players like Business Wire and PR Newswire.
The timing of this rebrand, coinciding with the company's 19-year milestone, suggests a strategic move to refresh its market presence and potentially attract a new generation of customers. The retention of the existing CUSIP indicates this is purely a marketing transformation rather than a structural reorganization, which should minimize operational disruption. However, the success of this initiative will largely depend on the market's reception of their subscription-based pricing model and their ability to differentiate their services in a competitive landscape.
The newswire and communication services market has been experiencing significant disruption with the rise of digital platforms and changing consumer preferences. ACCESS Newswire's subscription model introduction is timely, as it aligns with broader industry trends toward recurring revenue models. With a market cap of
The consolidation of services under a single brand identity could improve market perception and potentially lead to better customer acquisition rates. However, the real test will be in the execution of the subscription model and whether it can deliver the promised value to customers. The company's ability to maintain its existing customer base while transitioning to the new model will be important for near-term performance.
On January 27, 2025, Issuer Direct Corp becomes ACCESS Newswire Inc. and will begin trading under the new NYSE ticker symbol "ACCS"
RALEIGH, NC / ACCESSWIRE / January 16, 2025 / Issuer Direct Corporation (NYSE American:ISDR) (the "Company" or "Issuer Direct") announced today that the Board of Directors has approved changing the Company's corporate name to ACCESS Newswire Inc. (the "Company" or "ACCESS Newswire").
"The rebrand to ACCESS Newswire represents more than a name change; it's a commitment to creating a dynamic, all-encompassing investor relations and public relations customer experience," said Brian R. Balbirnie, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Issuer Direct. "Since 2006, we have continued to progress our business and maximize the value provided to the thousands of customers over the years, but we recognized the need for a brand that reflects the next 20 years of our business."
Since 2006, Issuer Direct has served the market as a corporate communications technology enabling business. Over this 19-year history, the Company has done a handful of accretive acquisitions relating to our communications business. This rebrand consolidates Issuer Direct's offerings under a unified identity, reflecting the Company's continued focus on transforming the public relations (PR) and investor relations (IR) landscape. Beginning today, the Company intends to operate its PR and IR business as ACCESS Newswire.
Balbirnie continued, "Our new name represents our commitment to delivering an innovative communication experience that meets the evolving needs of our customers. We are excited to focus our efforts on expanding our presence, impact and market and loving our customers more."
At the heart of the rebrand is ACCESS Newswire's first-in-industry subscription model, which we believe is a game-changing approach designed to disrupt traditional communications platforms. This model ensures customers can maximize the value of their press release distribution and media and investor engagement efforts with greater flexibility and transparency.
Key highlights of the rebrand include:
A unified brand identity that reflects a heightened focus on PR and IR solutions.
Expanded offerings designed to incorporate the traditional storytelling press release distribution process with a full suite of monitoring, targeting and outreach solutions tailored for both PR and IR.
A transparent subscription-based model that provides unparalleled value, flexibility, and customer-centric solutions.
Although the effective date of the name change to ACCESS Newswire Inc. will be January 27, 2025, the Company intends to operate under the new name beginning January 16, 2025. The Company has reserved with the NYSE American Exchange the ticker symbol "ACCS" for its common stock. The Company's CUSIP will remain unchanged, and its common stock is expected to begin trading on the NYSE American Exchange under the Company's new name and trading symbol effective as of market open on Monday, January 27, 2025. No action is required by existing stockholders with respect to the name and ticker symbol change.
The Company's mission will remain steadfast: To reinvigorate and refresh the outlook on the world of communications by letting our customers inspire our thinking and innovation. With customer service at the forefront, the Company is poised to set new standards for success in 2025 and beyond.
For more information about the Company, ACCESS Newswire and its solutions, visit www.accessnewswire.com
About ACCESS Newswire
We are ACCESS Newswire, a globally trusted Public Relations (PR) and Investor Relations (IR) solutions provider. With a focus on innovation, customer service, and value-driven offerings, ACCESS Newswire empowers brands to connect with their audiences where it matters most. From startups and scale-ups to multi-billion-dollar global brands, we ensure your most important moments make an impact and resonate with your audiences. To learn more about ACCESS Newswire offers visit www.accessnewswire.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act") (which Sections were adopted as part of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). Statements preceded by, followed by or that otherwise include the words "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "project," "prospects," "outlook," and similar words or expressions, or future or conditional verbs, such as "will," "should," "would," "may," and "could," are generally forward-looking in nature and not historical facts. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the Company's actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any anticipated results, performance, or achievements for many reasons. The Company disclaims any intention to, and undertakes no obligation to, revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, a future event, or otherwise. For additional risks and uncertainties that could impact the Company's forward-looking statements, please see the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, including but not limited to the discussion under "Risk Factors" therein, which the Company filed with the SEC and which may be viewed at http://www.sec.gov/.
For Further Information:
ACCESS Newswire
Brian R. Balbirnie
919-481-4000
brianb@accessnewswire.com
Brett Maas
Hayden IR
(646) 536-7331
brett@haydenir.com
James Carbonara
Hayden IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.com
SOURCE: Issuer Direct Corporation
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