Through May 21, 2026, U.S. public-company shareholders rejected six annual-meeting Say-on-Pay packages outright, voted against 18 directors at 14 companies, and crushed dozens of mega-cap shareholder proposals at sub-3% support. Plus: AI proposals filed at Alphabet, Meta, Walmart, and IBM; the split verdict on special-meeting rights; the activist-vote scorecard from four 2026 director-slate contests.
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Appaloosa Unloads on Whirlpool
In a blistering letter, Appaloosa Management’s David Tepper accused Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) of “destroying hundreds of millions of dollars of shareholder value” through a dilutive recapitalization strategy that he claims prioritizes management’s job security over investor returns. Will Tepper’s push be successful or will shareholders continue to suffer?
Beretta Seeks (and Will Likely Get) a Boardroom Overhaul at Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Beretta Holding S.A. moves for board control at Sturm, Ruger & Co. (RGR), citing underperformance and a board that is only out for themselves.
PENN Entertainment Settles Bitter HG Vora Feud: A Three-Seat Ransom to End Litigation
After a 2025 proxy battle that moved from the ballot box to the federal courtroom, PENN Entertainment has finally blinked. By expanding its board to 11 seats and appointing three HG Vora-backed directors, PENN has traded immediate board influence for a tactical peace. But is this a strategic refresh or a “boardroom receivership” meant to audit the company’s struggling digital pivot? We go behind the 8-K to break down the winners, the losers, and the “ransom” paid to end the most contentious saga in gaming today.
Anson Funds on a Roll with Clear Channel Outdoor Sale and SPS Commerce Deal
In only a few short years Anson Funds has established a track record of successful outcomes. The Clear Channel Outdoor sale and SPS Commerce deals add further proof.
Weekly Boardroom & Executive Moves: November 28, 2025
CEO turmoil at Children’s Place & Six Flags amid massive losses. See key executive and board changes at Dell, Keurig Dr Pepper, and more this week.
Weekly Boardroom & Executive Moves: November 21, 2025
Key leadership changes this week: Citi names Gonzalo Luchetti CFO, Xerox appoints Chuck Butler CFO amid losses, and Irenic gets a board seat at Aktore.
Weekly Boardroom & Executive Moves: November 7, 2025
CarMax CEO William Nash exits after -58% TSR; 1-800-FLOWERS, DENTSPLY, Kenvue, and HighPeak make key leadership changes amid pressure.
Elon Musk vs. Proxy Advisors: Control, Complexity, and the Corporate Governance Clash
Tesla and Elon Musk’s fight with proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis has become a flashpoint in the broader battle over who really controls corporate governance. The All-In Podcast crew is the latest to join the chorus of critics.
Weekly Boardroom & Executive Moves: October 24–31, 2025
Organon CEO Kevin Ali exits amid losses; FISERV, NXP, and Murphy USA announce major leadership changes. See this week’s key board and executive moves.