Hot Topics for the 2016 Proxy/Annual Reporting Season

November 17, 2015

Complimentary Webinar Series

McGuireWoods’ SEC practice group provided an informative discussion of securities law developments, as well as guidance on compliance matters.

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Topics

Updating Proxy Disclosures for 2016
G. Will Tysse, Partner, Hannah Thompson Frank, Partner and Taylor Wedge French, Partner
Will and Taylor discussed executive compensation matters and Hannah will explain Audit Committee disclosures.

Shareholder Proposals
Hannah Thompson Frank, Partner
Hannah reviewed shareholder proposal activity in the 2015 season, including proxy access, and the outlook for the 2016 season in light of SEC Staff Legal Bulletin No. 14H.

Proxy Access Bylaws
Jane Whitt Sellers, Partner
Janie covered the status of proxy access bylaws and considerations related to the decision whether to adopt this type of provision.

Proxy Advisory Firm Updates
G. Will Tysse, Partner, Hannah Thompson Frank, Partner and Taylor Wedge French, Partner
Will and Taylor covered proxy advisory firm policies concerning executive compensation and Hannah will cover these policies relating to corporate governance, including proposed policy changes.

2016 Annual Reporting Considerations
Jane Whitt Sellers, Partner
Janie discussed significant considerations impacting the upcoming annual reporting season.