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Jenna Ayala
Executive Director
NACD New York Chapter
330 W 38th St, Suite 1105
New York, NY 10018
jenna@newyork.nacdonline.org
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About The Event

 

Virtual  |  March 10, 2026  |  12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EDT

Shareholder activism continues to intensify, placing new demands on boards. This program examined emerging activist tactics and how directors can proactively prepare to respond while protecting long-term value. Participants gained insight into current trends, identified common governance and performance vulnerabilities targeted by activists, and learned practical steps boards can take to strengthen readiness and response strategies.

 

Speakers

Leigh Parrish

Partner, Joele Frank

Leigh Parrish

Leigh has over 25 years of experience and a proven track record as an advisor to C-suite executives, directing multi-stakeholder communications programs in event-driven, financial and crisis situations...

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Co-Chair, Public Company Advisory and Shareholder Activism & Corporate Defense, Sidley Austin

Kai Liekefett

Kai co-chairs Sidley’s Public Company Advisory and Shareholder Activism & Corporate Defense Practices.  He has 25 years of experience in corporate law and spends 100% of his time on activism campaigns, proxy fights, short attacks and hostile takeovers...

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NACD New York
Contact Us

Jenna Ayala
Executive Director
NACD New York Chapter
330 W 38th St, Suite 1105
New York, NY 10018
jenna@newyork.nacdonline.org
646-595-1817

Find a Chapter

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