Inside Shareholder Activism: Boardroom Strategies That Work
How should boards prepare for activist investors — and what happens when they arrive?
In the final episode of season three of The Dealist podcast, we explore the evolving world of shareholder activism and corporate governance. We’re joined by Michael Vogele of Alliance Advisors and corporate governance expert Charles Elson, founding director, Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware and executive editor at large, Directors & Boards, to unpack the trends shaping boardrooms and dealmaking today.
Key topics include:
- Why activist campaigns are reaching record levels
- How boards can prepare for shareholder scrutiny
- The growing importance of board composition and refreshment
- The role of governance in M&A strategy and corporate performance
- Lessons from Elon Musk and Tesla on board independence and shareholder influence
- Practical advice for companies facing activist investors
From proxy battles and shareholder proposals to investor engagement and long-term value creation, this episode offers timely insights for executives, directors and dealmakers navigating an increasingly complex market environment.
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