Concurrent Session: The Activist Front: What's New

Tuesday, June 6, 2017 | 11:15AM - 12:15PM | Room: Palazzo A-C  |   Corporate Governance and Regulatory

 |  Kenneth Traub | Steve Wolosky | Joshua Black | Andrew Siegel |

Catch up on the latest trends and developments in activism and get the inside scoop from the activist's perspective. A well-known activist, a leading advisor to activists, and a journalist who exclusively covers activism will share their insights, discuss activist tactics, and provide their perspectives on recent situations.  

Learning Objectives: 

  • How activism has changed and what was new and different in the 2017 season 
  • Learn how activists identify targets to anticipate potential impact on valuation and improve IR messaging
  • Hear practical tips to help keep activists at bay, and lessons learned from real-world scenarios