Diligent Market Intelligence Stewardship Series
In today's dynamic landscape, effective shareholder engagement is paramount. The Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI) Stewardship Series is your exclusive opportunity to connect with leading investors, issuers, and advisors, transforming how you approach critical issues like shareholder activism, corporate governance, proxy voting, and ESG.
This isn't just a summit; it's a curated experience featuring essential panels and unparalleled networking, designed to equip leaders like you with expert insights, foster invaluable peer-to-peer exchange, and empower you to drive success in an evolving market. Secure your place today and shape the future of governance!
Event location: White & Case, London
DMI Summit Agenda
Registrations open
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Buffet lunch & networking
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The Activism Landscape: Europe and the UK Report Launch
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Moderator
Josh Black
VP of Editorial, Diligent
Speaker
Tom Matthews
Partner
White & Case
Learn what trends are influencing activism in the U.K. and Europe, including increasing interest from U.S. activists and more aggressive demands with Diligent Market Intelligence and White & Case.
Navigating Activist Campaigns: Strategies for an Effective Response
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Moderator
Josh Black
VP of Editorial, Diligent
Speakers
Brendan Foo
Partner
Forward Global
Darren Novak
Managing Director
J.P. Morgan
Patrick J. McHugh
Co-Founder and Senior Managing Director
Okapi Partners
Understand the modern activist playbook and how to read and respond to different types of campaign. This panel brings together seasoned experts to discuss proactive strategies for engaging with activist investors, communicating with key stakeholders, and safeguarding organizational reputation through periods of challenge.
Fireside chat: The activist perspective
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Moderator
Patrick Sarch
Partner
Speaker
Till Hufnagel
Founder
Spur Value Partners
Hear directly from an activist on how they identify investment opportunities and how they want to engage management and boards in order to unlock shareholder value.
Coffee Break & Solution showcase
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
The AI age and a new chapter for social stewardship
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Moderator
Antoinette Giblin
Editorial Manager
Speakers
Caroline Escott
Co-Head of Sustainable Ownership and Head of Investment Stewardship
Railpen
Tom Powdrill
Director
Social Governance Solutions
Louise Eldridge
Head of the Good Work Programme
ShareAction
From AI oversight to labour rights and income inequality, an expert panel reflects on how investors are responding to evolving social risks.
Navigating the new UK Stewardship Code
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Moderator
Antoinette Giblin
Editorial Manager
Speakers
Matthew Roberts
Associate Director, Stewardship
Fidelity International
Oscar Warwick Thompson
Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs
UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF)
Ruth Nash
Project Manager Stewardship team
Financial Reporting Council (FRC)
Panel discussion on renewed principles for effective stewardship for asset owners, asset managers and proxy advisors. What’s changed and how does it impact investors and issuers.
Executive compensation in 2025: The challenges and trade-offs
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Moderator
Rachit Gupta
Head of Global Data & Research
Speakers
Amy Wilson
Head of Stewardship
Norges Bank Investment Management
Anne-Sophie Blouin
SVP Reward
RELX
Stephen Cahill
Partner
Farient Advisors
Panel discussion on how the UK is moving to bridge the CEO pay gap amid increased pressure from the US and wider European market, as support for a pan-European stock exchange grows.
Closing remarks
5:00 PM - 5:10 PM
Drinks reception & Solution showcase
5:10 PM - 6:15 PM
Registrations open
Buffet lunch & networking
The Activism Landscape: Europe and the UK Report Launch
Navigating Activist Campaigns: Strategies for an Effective Response
Fireside chat: The activist perspective
Coffee Break & Solution showcase
The AI age and a new chapter for social stewardship
Navigating the new UK Stewardship Code
Executive compensation in 2025: The challenges and trade-offs
Closing remarks
Drinks reception & Solution showcase
Meet the speakers
DMI Stewardship Series Sponsorship Opportunities
Following the resounding success of our New York program, which proudly featured leading partners such as Olshan, Strategic Governance Advisors, Schulte Roth + Zabel, Haystack Needle, and Davies, the DMI Stewardship Series is thrilled to announce its second annual London event. This is your exclusive opportunity to align your brand with a premier gathering of influential investors, issuers, and advisors at the forefront of shareholder engagement, corporate governance, proxy voting, and ESG. Elevate your visibility, establish thought leadership, and connect directly with key decision-makers in a high-impact environment.
Discover how partnering with the DMI Stewardship Series London can amplify your reach and reinforce your market leadership.
Sponsorship benefits
Network with all sides of the shareholder engagement community in London.
Share your expertise on stage with leading figures to discuss prevailing trends in stewardship.
Generate business development and brand-enhancement opportunities.
Request sponsorship brochure at dmievents@diligent.com
Register for DMI Stewardship Series Summit
This bespoke event is sure to foster ongoing connection and collaboration among peers.
Who is this event designed for?
Investment Managers
Corporate Advisers
M&A Consultants
General Counsels
Investor Relations
Activist Investors
In partnership with our valued sponsors
