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Nov 28, 2025

2026 proxy season: What’s about to change and why it matters

The team breaks down the changes poised to redefine boardrooms and investor influence next year

On the latest episode of the Governance Matters podcast, editor Laurie Havelock is joined by senior reporter Natalie Bannerman to discuss all the latest goings on from the world of GRC. 

ISS has unveiled its 2026 benchmark policy updates, ushering in a greater focus on that transparency and accountability across all jurisdictions. At the same time, the SEC’s 2026 exam priorities spotlight data privacy and – for the first time in years –exclude cryptocurrencies, signalling a softer stance on the asset. 

Also, fresh on the heels of the Corporate Governance Forum in New York, we share some of the key taking points from inside the room and how it interplays with the changes across the space. 

The Governance Matters podcast provides listeners with insight into cutting-edge issues of the day for corporate secretaries, general counsel and other governance professionals. The series looks at how the roles of governance professionals and the board – as well as the landscape in which they operate – are evolving. 

From ESG and entity management to shareholder engagement, regulation and technology. Hear from governance experts and leading advisers about the latest public company governance matters today. 

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Natalie Bannerman

Natalie is a former telecoms and infrastructure journalist, a role she held for nearly seven years. Before this, she worked in the B2C startup space, covering lifestyle, arts and culture reporting. As senior reporter for Governance Intelligence she...

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