Expertise

The Spotlight Managing Directors have been involved in hundreds of special situations, including more than 150 activist shareholder campaigns and scores of proxy fights, unsolicited bids and contested M&A. In addition, Spotlight and its principals have advised Boards on a variety of critical corporate issues including shareholder proposals, management buyouts, management changes and succession planning, board evaluations and composition changes, regulatory actions, capital structure debates and high-stakes litigation.

These complex situations often draw intense scrutiny from the media, regulators and shareholders, raising the stakes for executives and directors. They can literally put Board and management decisions in the spotlight.

With our assistance, corporate leaders facing the glare of such attention can be confident that their decision-making will be well-informed, grounded in precedent, responsive to stakeholders and in the best interests of shareholders.

With decades of experience working with some of the largest and most respected corporate enterprises--and with large institutional investors, hedge funds and activists--Spotlight’s professionals can provide unparalleled guidance. With our broad experience and specialized knowledge, we assist corporate directors and executives navigate unfamiliar and choppy waters.