Even though proxy advisors catch a lot of flak, my longstanding view has been that it’s actually helpful to have organizations that serve as the in-between on voting policies. On the issuer side, I’d rather keep track of a handful of policies than monitor variances across every single investor. You can also look like a hero if you really do understand the proxy advisor voting policies and can spare your company from surprises.

That’s one reason our “Navigating ISS & Glass Lewis” panel is always so popular at our annual “Proxy Disclosure & 22nd Annual Executive Compensation Conferences.” This practical session features a conversation with representatives from both proxy advisors – moderated by Davis Polk’s Ning Chiu. They’ll be covering the types of disclosures & practices that will (or won’t) help your cause on say-on-pay recommendations, compensation committee elections, and equity incentive plan approvals.

Our 2025 Conferences will be taking place Tuesday & Wednesday, October 21-22, in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a virtual option for those who can’t attend in person. Join us for engaging sessions full of essential and practical guidance, direct from the experts. Register now to lock in our early bird rate and save your seat!

– Liz Dunshee