*Is shareholder engagement effective?* • In 2016, US investors alone filed more than 700 resolutions relating to environmental, social and governance issues. • Resolutions at an AGM are normally only supported by a minority of shareholders and filers sometimes withdraw their resolutions, but a vote does not need to be passed in order to be effective. • The process of filing often encourages a productive discussion and agreements between the filers and management that enable the filers to put a topic on the agenda of the top managers. Let's hear your perspective on this delicate balance. ......See More