By Kaitlyn Mitchell, MBA, Shareholder Engagement Coordinator View the Full Engagement Overview Report Here. First Affirmative Engagement Priorities First Affirmative’s engagement priorities for the 2023-2024 proxy season exemplify our commitment to meaningful advocacy through a variety of channels, including signed letters, public policy advocacy, campaigns, and shareholder proposals. Addressing climate-related issues remains at the forefront […]
First Affirmative Financial Network, a leader in values aligned investing, views proxy voting and advocacy as the impact of ownership. The firm stands by the values it shares with its clients and is committed to making a difference through working with Advisors and end-clients to generate the change they wish to see in the world. […]
By Kaitlyn Mitchell Coming Soon: Proxy Season 2024 In March, As You Sow published their highly anticipated 2024 Proxy Preview, offering an extensive overview of what lies ahead in the upcoming proxy season. This comprehensive report delves into the latest trends and developments in shareholder activism and corporate governance, providing invaluable insights for investors, advocates, […]
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Click Here to View Full PDF Preparing for the Next Advocacy Chapter: An Update from the ESG for Impact! Conference First Affirmative Financial Network hosted the 2022 ESG for Impact! Conference, an advisor focused summit that attracts advisors and managers from across the country and Canada. Our audience has a common goal: to serve clients […]
Click Here to View Full PDF The Stars Align for a Blockbuster Proxy Season We are delighted to report that concerns that a new SEC rule designed to restrict shareholder proposals on ESG issues have been overshadowed by overwhelming evidence that efforts to restrict the shareholder voice have backfired. A changed landscape at the Securities […]
Reading the Tea Leaves for Proxy Season 2021 By Holly Testa | Click Here to View PDF The spring crush of annual shareholder meetings is upon us, and this year promises welcome and much-needed change that reflects increasing investor focus and concern with regard to environmental, social, and governance issues. We may well see record-breaking […]
