High stakes proxy contests demand more than strong messaging, they require integrated strategy, real time intelligence, and the ability to anticipate every dissident move.
That was the case for Labrador Gold Corp., which faced an activist investor seeking majority board control and access to its multimillion-dollar treasury without offering shareholders a premium.
The company had a three-year voter turnout below 25%, an activist holding more than 8% of common shares, and the largest shareholder abstaining from the vote.
Find out how Kingsdale secured overwhelming support across key votes in an unprecedented scenario with no playbook.
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* Source: Bloomberg Global Shareholder Activism League Tables FY2025 and LSEG Global Shareholder Activism Review FY2025.
#2025 and 2026 indicate proxy seasons: July 2024 to June 2026.