Diligent Market Intelligence Stewardship Series New York
The Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI) Stewardship Series has brought together investors, issuers and advisors to improve shareholder engagement through greater education and networking opportunities on issues of shareholder activism, corporate governance, proxy voting, and ESG.
Following the successful launch of the program back in 2024 in New York City & London, we have brought our third event on February 25th 2025 in New York.
Whether you joined us in New York or not, see below what was covered at the summit!
For speaking and sponsorship opportunities please contact: dmievents@diligent.com

















































































































Meet the speakers
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Event Agenda
Registrations open
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Buffet lunch & networking
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Shareholder Activism Annual Review 2025 Launch
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Moderator
Antoinette Giblin
Editorial Manager
Speakers
Kai Liekefett
Co-Chair Shareholder Activism & Corporate Defense Practice
Ryan Nebel
Vice Chair - Shareholder Activism Practice
DMI shares key findings from its latest special report, including data on activist demands, success rates, and predictions for the coming proxy season.
The Latest Activist Tactics
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Moderator
Jason Booth
Shareholder Activism Editor, Diligent Market Intelligence
Speakers
Aaron Atkinson
Partner
Ele Klein
Partner
Rob Stamm
Senior Agency Strategist
Brendan Foo
Partner
Understand how activist investors are pursuing their objectives, including use of investigations, digital media, litigation and other tactics to win board seats, oust CEOs and boost shareholder value.
Governance And Compensation Insights from Diligent
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Speakers
András Nyeste
Research Manager
Zsombor Péli
Research Manager, Americas – Meeting Services
Hear the latest data-led insights from Diligent Market Intelligence.
Evolving Governance Risks
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Moderator
Josh Black
VP of Editorial, Diligent
Speaker
Benjamin Colton
Global Head of Asset Stewardship
A conversation with the head of stewardship for State Street.
Coffee break & Solutions Showcase
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
The Board Perspective on Shareholder Engagement
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Moderator
Josh Black
VP of Editorial, Diligent
Speakers
Jonathan F. Foster
Founder & Managing Director
Mauro Rodrigues da Cunha
Independent director and consultant
Margaret Foran
Chief Governance Officer, Senior Vice President and Corporate Secretary
Hear from public company directors how they view shareholder activism and other governance issues from their perspective inside the boardroom.
Stewardship in 2025
3:45 PM - 4:20 PM
Moderator
Rachit Gupta
Head of Global Data & Research
Speakers
Caitlin McSherry
Head of Investment Stewardship
Jonathan Steinmetz
Executive Director and Investment Stewardship Specialist
Yumi Narita
Executive Director of Corporate Governance
Hear from stewardship teams on their priorities for 2025, including executive compensation, board composition, AI oversight, shareholder proposals and more.
Stewardship in APAC
4:20 PM - 4:55 PM
Moderator
Jason Booth
Shareholder Activism Editor, Diligent Market Intelligence
Speakers
Alicia Ogawa
Director
Haonan Wu
Manager ‑ Engagement
Lizzy Ellicott
Research Manager - Activism
Why has activism taken off in Japan and Korea, how successful has it been, and what does political turmoil mean for these markets?
Closing remarks
4:55 PM - 5:00 PM
Drinks reception & Solution Showcase
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Registrations open
Buffet lunch & networking
Shareholder Activism Annual Review 2025 Launch
The Latest Activist Tactics
Governance And Compensation Insights from Diligent
Evolving Governance Risks
Coffee break & Solutions Showcase
The Board Perspective on Shareholder Engagement
Stewardship in 2025
Stewardship in APAC
Closing remarks
Drinks reception & Solution Showcase
DMI Stewardship Series Sponsorship Opportunities
New York - 2024 sponsors: Olshan, Strategic Governance Advisors, Schulte Roth + Zabel, Haystack Needle & Davies.
London - 2024 sponsors: White & Case, Georgeson, OKAPI Partners, Snowflake.
New York - 2025 sponsors: Olshan, Sidley, Davies, Forward Global, Schulte Roth + Zabel, Haystack Needle.
Sponsorship benefits
Network with all sides of the shareholder engagement community in New York.
Share your expertise on stage with leading figures to discuss prevailing trends in stewardship.
Generate business development and brand-enhancement opportunities.
Request sponsorship brochure at dmievents@diligent.com