Managing Shareholder Revolts - Guiding Boards Through the New Era of AGM Activism

Introduction

The first round of AGMs in the 2026 season has seen shareholders be more prepared than ever before to challenge corporate authority, on a range of issues.

In the past, several high-profile companies, including Marks & Spencer, Sainsburys, Tesco and Shell made the headlines for all the wrong reasons.

In some instances, shareholder revolts even led to the premature exit of company CEOs.

The pattern is unmistakable; shareholders are emboldened and baring their teeth at AGMs.

During this webinar, expert speaker Iain Sim will provide those who advise boards with pragmatic hints and tips on how to support their clients through these potentially turbulent waters.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• ‘Shareholder spring’ - the modern activist shareholder
• Key reasons for shareholder revolts in the modern market including executive pay, climate plans, over-boarding and payment of the living wage
• How good corporate performance is no protection
• Consequences of AGM revolts including adverse publicity, reduction in corporate value and C-suite departures
• Preparing for a shareholder revolt
• Reputation management
• Opportunity to improve corporate governance

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Tuesday 12th May 2026

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