If listed companies and shareholders see the AGM in terms of value creation, investor promotions and brand building, rather than just a regulatory compliance, attendance should improve. Shareholders are most concerned about the value of their shares, in the near or distant future. A systematic exposition by the chairman and CEO about
the company’s strategy and aims would likely attract a bigger crowd. Major issues involving a takeover, merger or acquisition that require the endorsement of the shareholders wll also boost attendance.
Tan Kok Leong
Principal,
TKL Consulting
Monday, April 24, 2006