NBA Commercial Law Section 38th Annual Corporate Counsel Conference

On February 20, Axinn partner and chief diversity, equity & inclusion officer Leslie Overton will speak on the “Shareholder Activism in Transition: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges Under a New Administration” panel at the National Bar Association Commercial Law Section's Corporate Counsel Conference, being held February 20-22 in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. 

As shifts in political leadership and policy direction redefine the corporate landscape, shareholder activism emerges as a critical tool for investors seeking to influence governance, sustainability, and corporate accountability. Panelists will explore how new regulatory priorities, economic conditions, and social imperatives shape activism strategies. Panelists will examine key trends, including the impact of evolving ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) expectations, regulatory shifts, and the role of institutional investors.