Handling Unsolicited Proxy Proposals in FY 2026 Under Updated SEC Regime

In October 2025, SEC Chair Paul Atkins laid out the new regime for registrants to handle unsolicited proxy proposals. This workshop outlined the alternatives companies can take prior to proxy filings starting in February/March.

Our expert panel discussed:

• Major items promulgated by the SEC regarding proxy proposals
• How to overcome uncertainties in the first year of new proxy solicitation rules
• Refinements to rules published since October 15, 2025 (confirm)
• Potential pushback from plaintiff’s bar
• How your company can handle the proposals
• Potential “end runs” by investors and activists if proposals are denied

   

This workshop was exclusively designed for NACD members who are currently serving—or have recently served—on public company boards. Participation was limited to 30 individuals to ensure a focused, high-quality learning experience tailored to experienced directors.

AGENDA:
7:45 AM - 8:45 AM (PST)/8:45 AM - 9:45 AM (MST)

Moderator

Chairman of the Board, True Blue, Inc.

Jeff Sakaguchi

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Jeff Sakaguchi is an accomplished executive, board leader, and business advisor.  He is a recognized authority on business strategy, innovation and disruptive technology, and positioning companies to capitalize on emerging opportunities.  Jeff is currently the Chairman of the Board for TrueBlue, Inc., a publicly-traded industrial staffing and recruitment process outsourcing company.  He has chaired the Governance Committee and the Innovation & Technology Committee...

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Speaker

Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP

Steven B. Stokdyk

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Steven Stokdyk advises companies, principal investors, and investment banks on their most complex securities, finance, acquisition, and governance matters. He is the former Global Co-Chair of the firm’s Public Company Representation Practice and Los Angeles Chair of the Corporate Department...

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