Investors Press U.S. Boards To Separate Chair, CEO Roles

The first half of 2023 saw a significant increase in the number of shareholder proposals calling for an independent board chair that went to a vote. Support levels for such proposals increased slightly, contrasting with a decline in support for shareholder proposals that went to a vote overall.

In this report, ISS Corporate Solutions examines independent chair proposals, shareholder support levels for such proposals, and the presence of combined chair-CEO roles over the last 10 years to assess evolving trends in the landscape over time. For further insights, download the full report.