Melissa Sawyer joined a virtual panel hosted by Ernst & Young on April 22. The panel, “What boards need to know about shareholder activism,” was part of EY’s “Better Questions for Boards” webcast series. Discussion focused on what drives activist investor interest, typical activist objectives and the board’s role in preparing for and responding to an activist. Panelists also offered their thoughts on the current activist landscape and what’s different about activists today. To learn more about this event, click here.