Farient Briefings December 2024 | A Perfect Match: McCormick Takes Helm at Storied CII

December 16, 2024

A Perfect Match: McCormick Takes Helm at Storied CII

 

The Council of Institutional Investors (CII), which oversees a membership representing $60 trillion in managed assets, welcomed its new executive director well-regarded in governance circles. In a recent interview with Farient Briefings, Robert (Bob) McCormick talks about taking the helm of the influential membership organization whose mission 40 years after its founding remains to educate, advocate, and engage.

 

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Proxy Advisors Reveal 2025 Policies

 

An annual rite of the fourth quarter reveals what’s uppermost on the minds of proxy advisors. Both Institutional Shareholder Services and Glass Lewis have published policy updates for the upcoming proxy season. Of note is the first mention of an artificial intelligence policy by Glass Lewis. The finalization of ISS’ policies is expected any day.

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Where to Find Us

 

 The 2024 Directorship 100 Gala

Robin A. Ferracone and R.J. Bannister were among the honorees this week when the National Association of Corporate Directors recognized the 2024 Directorship 100 at its annual black-tie gala at Gotham Hall in New York City on December 16, 2024.

 

 


 

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