Professor Kevin Chuah discusses the evolving landscape of shareholder activism, which now extends beyond financial matters to address sustainability, environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns. He further shares the diverse range of shareholders involved in activism and provides examples of successful campaigns that have influenced corporate practices.

About the guest: Kevin Chuah, PhD is an assistant professor at Northeastern University's D'Amore-McKim School of Business in the International Business & Strategy group. Kevin serves as a Research Fellow at the Wharton ESG Initiative. His primary focus in research revolves around corporate governance, corporate sustainability, and responsible investment. His focus is on the impact of shareholder activism on the strategic decisions of companies concerning ESG matters.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice. The podcast, released in seasons of six or more episodes, is currently in Season Three and hosted by Paula Caligiuri. She and her guests share their experience and insights on cultural differences, knowledge spillovers and technology advancement. Guests include Kevin Chuah, Richard Griffith, Joseph E. Aoun, Koen Pauwels and others.

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S3E1: The Truth about Shareholder Activism with Kevin Chuah | International Business Today