Agenda

Elevated CEO turnover is creating ripples in the rest of the C-suite as new chiefs bring handpicked leadership teams with them, such as CFOs, CHROs and COOs. Learn more: ow.ly/ApkG50XQ4LQ

Filings show companies disclosed about half the number of cyber incidents this year compared to last year despite attacks remaining prominent. ow.ly/CJPE50XMGbl

Despite heightened concern for CEO safety over the past year, a new report reveals that most companies have not increased security protocols for their executives. Learn more: ow.ly/mheQ50XL5Ef

The SEC’s move allowing companies to omit more proxy proposals might put directors at higher risk of being targeted by vote-no campaigns. ow.ly/801J50XJWt4

The proxy advisory firm will recommend votes against directors who approve charter amendments that curtail shareholder rights. Learn more: ow.ly/C7VE50XICp8

BREAKING NEWS: Trump Issues Order Calling on SEC, FTC to Review Proxy Advisors ow.ly/PAHP50XIw1H

Audit firms are likely to shift away from the billable hours model as they continue to deploy artificial intelligence systems. ow.ly/Ck3550XH3tH

Boards weigh the value of pay-versus-performance disclosures in light of significant disconnects between SCT and CAP. ow.ly/TXg950XFRiS

Presenters at Thursday's Investor Advisory Committee meeting debated the impacts of the SEC's policy shifts this year. Learn more: ow.ly/OvhP50XE1xn

Lack of turnover and renewed focus on CEO experience are driving the dearth of female representation. ow.ly/cH3b50XBwbQ

Chair Paul Atkins’ agenda may differ from that of the past SEC, but boards shouldn’t backpedal on compliance. ow.ly/k60U50XA7sX

Texas lawmakers are passing new legislation to make the state more business-friendly. However, Delaware still reigns supreme in IPOs and reincorporations. ow.ly/BcPI50Xym5b

ISS' new policies include changes to how the proxy advisor assesses long-term pay-for-performance alignment and the compensation committee's responsiveness. ow.ly/ehEb50XxEVm

Directors are urged to weigh risks with strategic benefits of workforce reduction initiatives. Keep reading: ow.ly/U1fm50XwYgg

Companies planning to omit shareholder proposals in light of the SEC’s decision regarding the no-action process this proxy season could face litigation. Learn more: ow.ly/jOp950XvWmu

Amid record executive turnover, S&P 500 companies are issuing costly retention-focused awards — with at least two this year reaching upwards of $80 million. ow.ly/lOzr50XufM0

Multiple boards named their CEOs as board chairs in the last month. However, good governance advocates argue the two roles should be kept separate. ow.ly/t1sb50XsX6q

BREAKING NEWS: SEC Gives Blanket OK to Exclude Shareholder Proposals Companies will still need to inform the SEC of their intention of omitting proposals this proxy season. ow.ly/81Zq50XsZbS

ISS and Glass Lewis are once again under regulatory scrutiny, which could result in proxy advisory services being scaled back. But boards may not enjoy the alternative, a source warns. ow.ly/y79l50XrPus

The job of board chair has become increasingly more difficult over the last year. Senior reporter Lindsay Frost consults board leaders about the new standards for chair responsibilities, skill sets, and backgrounds. Keep reading: ow.ly/tjRW50XqCeo