John Chevedden: Economy-Class Investor Advocate - CorpGov.net: Corporations are not Democratic-Free Zones
John Chevedden is probably the most prolific filer of shareholder proposals in history. His positive influence and impact continue.
John Chevedden, a 67-year-old small-scale shareholder activist, has become one of the most influential figures in U.S. corporate governance. Unlike billionaire activists such as Carl Icahn, Chevedden operates on a shoestring budget, buying minimal shares — often just $2,000 worth — to qualify for filing shareholder proposals.
Chevedden specializes in corporate governance reforms, focusing on issues such as director elections, executive pay accountability, and shareholder rights to call special meetings.
Chevedden and others don’t just add value when our proposals pass. We drive management proposals and adoptions once they become aware of the issues and shareholder sentiment.