Andrew Shapiro

Andrew Shapiro, a seasoned activist investor and founder of Lawndale Capital Advisors, shares insights from his 32-year journey in driving corporate change. He recounts pivotal moments, including a campaign that shaped his investment strategy and key successes like achieving tenfold returns. Shapiro delves into corporate governance, revealing how transparent investor communication can mitigate risks from activist actions. He also highlights the complexities of investor engagements, using the proxy fight between Elliott Management and Phillips 66 as a key example.