Event details
June 5, 2025

Event summary

On June 5, Cooley partner Beth Sasfai served as a panelist in a webinar hosted by Agenda, a leading boardroom resource known for its award-winning journalism and analysis of the US corporate governance landscape. The session explored how proxy season and shareholder engagement have evolved amid a surge in activist investors, extended engagement periods and the rise of new special interest shareholder groups. Panelists discussed strategies, such as off-season engagement, innovative responses to activism and more effective use of proxy statements. Attendees gained practical insights and real-world examples to help boards navigate today’s shifting expectations and engagement dynamics.

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