21809: The Future of Shareholder Activism - Navigating Changing Corporate and Political Landscapes

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

15:30 - 17:00 CEST (GMT+2)

Location: Bella Center: MR176/177

Session Type: Symposium (panel)
Orientation: Practice,International,Research
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/gand8w

Organizer(s)

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Kenneth Chung

University of Pennsylvania, United States
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Martin Fuchs

Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Maria Ruiz Castillo

U. of Granada (Spain), Spain

Moderator(s)

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Maria Ruiz Castillo

U. of Granada (Spain), Spain

Organizer(s)

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Torben Trapp

U. of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Panelist(s)

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Kevin Chuah

Northeastern U., United States
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Anne Kellers

U. of Groningen, Netherlands
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Emilio Marti

Erasmus U. Rotterdam, Switzerland
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Steve Sauerwald

U. of Houston, United States

Despite regulatory, political, and public pressures, shareholder activism continues to thrive, and is noticeably influencing corporate strategies. The panelists will discuss the evolving dynamics of shareholder activism within modern corporate governance frameworks. Specifically, this panel aims to dissect the impact and future trajectory of shareholder activism amid growing scrutiny. Drawing from recent empirical studies and theoretical advancements, the discussion will explore the role of activism in steering firms toward enhanced environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. It will address the transformations in shareholder-firm-stakeholder relations within changing corporate and political environments and explore the potential of shareholder activism in shaping a sustainable corporate future. The symposium aims to provide a platform for debating the future directions of shareholder activism, assessing its potential to drive transformative change in corporate strategies amid changing global standards.