Activewear Activism: Decoding the Gildan Proxy Battle
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Together with Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP, we invite you to an exclusive breakfast session at Goodmans LLP this Fall.
Join us for an in-depth discussion with the team behind the Gildan Proxy battle, which made headlines throughout North America this year. This landmark campaign, led by Browning West, is the most successful proxy contest in Canadian history and was driven by Browning West’s decisive leadership after Gildan's controversial CEO change.
- The transformative role of shareholder activism in both Canadian and U.S. markets during the 2024 proxy season, and what to expect in 2025.
- The impact of regulatory changes on shareholder activism and corporate governance practices.
Future predictions for shareholder activism, including emerging focus areas and strategies companies can adopt to effectively prepare for and respond to activist campaigns.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools from the leaders shaping this evolving landscape.
Moderator: Christine Dobby, Canadian Finance Reporter, Bloomberg News
Panel:
- Andrew Freedman, Co-Managing Partner; Chair, Shareholder Activism Practice, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
- Jon Feldman, Partner; Head of Shareholder Activism Practice, Goodmans LLP
- Peter Lee, Co-Founder and Partner, Browning West
- Usman Nabi, Co-Founder and CIO, Browning West
- Julie Rosenthal, Partner, Goodmans LLP
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1H 20M Substantive
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Questions?
If you have any questions, please reach out to cpd@goodmans.ca.