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On today's episode, Clay is joined by Lawrence Cunningham to discuss the value of trust-based cultures and organizations, and the value Warren Buffett has created by implementing such an approach at Berkshire Hathaway.  Cunningham is the Director of the University of Delaware's John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance. He's the sitting director on three global public company boards — Constellation Software, Markel Group, and Kelly Partners Group.  Cunningham is a best-selling author of a number of books, including “The Essays of Warren Buffett,” “Quality Investing,” and “Quality Shareholders.” IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 01:34 - The primary role of the board of directors for a public company. 04:52 - The value of trust-based cultures and organizations. 16:19 - The key attributes of a trust-based organization. 26:11 - How Warren Buffett identifies trustworthy people. 45:09 - The story of David Sokol breaking Warren Buffett's trust. 55:52 - Lawrence's thoughts on Berkshire's $300B+ cash position. 01:00:08 - How Lawrence navigates investing in a world where a premium is placed on quality companies. And so much more! Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Clip of Buffett testifying on behalf of Salomon Brothers. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance. The Essays Of Warren Buffett: Lessons For Corporate America here. Buy Dear Shareholder: The best executive letters from Warren Buffett, Prem Watsa and other great CEOs here. Cunningham's books — Margin of Trust, The Essays of Warren Buffett, and more. Email Shawn at shawn@theinvestorspodcast.com to attend our free events in Omaha or visit this page. Connect with Lawrence on LinkedIn. Follow Clay on Twitter. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: SimpleMining Netsuite Unchained Hardblock Found Fintool The Bitcoin Way Vanta Onramp TurboTax PrizePicks Vanta Fundrise HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Spotify! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it! Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Jason Fraley interviews Dr. Robert Ballard, the man who found the wreckage of the Titanic, ahead of his event at The Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland on Thursday, Feb. 6. He calls in to discuss his greatest underwater discoveries, from iconic shipwrecks to natural phenomenons that changed our very understanding of life on Earth — and whether Earth is itself a living creature. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

Jason Fraley interviews country music legend Lorrie Morgan, who performs live at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday. She calls in to discuss the biggest hits of her career, including “Something In Red,” “Except for Monday” and “What Part of No,” as well as overcoming hardships like the death of then-husband Keith Whitley and her family's recent battle with cancer. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Fraley interviews country music legend Lorrie Morgan, who performs live at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday. She calls in to discuss the biggest hits of her career, including “Something In Red,” “Except for Monday” and “What Part of No,” as well as overcoming hardships like the death of then-husband Keith Whitley and her family's recent battle with cancer. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Corporate leaders encounter significant challenges when addressing public debates on contentious topics. They must strike a balance between the pressures to speak out or remain silent while navigating the polarized nature of today's discourse and the powerful, diverse interests of shareholders, employees, consumers, and civil society groups. Join the Robert Zicklin Center for a talk featuring Lawrence Cunningham, Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. Mr. Cunningham will argue that corporate leaders should adopt a pragmatic approach rather than adhering to a fixed or ideological stance on whether to take public positions. He will emphasize evaluating the specific context and circumstances of each situation. By drawing on the history and law of corporate governance, as well as practical experience, Cunningham will demonstrate that the best strategy for each board and CEO will vary based on the unique characteristics of their corporation, its leadership, its shareholder base, its workforce, the markets it serves, and how these factors interact with public debates.

Scott takes a look at Tesla's new shareholder vote and speaks with Charles Elson, Founding Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, about the original ruling on Elon's pay package and whether the superstar CEO will get his way this time around. Then Scott and Ed break down the latest big bank earnings and discuss “Basel III endgame,” a proposal for stricter capital requirements at banks following last year's banking crisis. Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out April 23rd Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Public Enemy frontman Chuck D, who visits the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland tonight for the Frederick Speaker Series. They discuss the state of art, culture and the world, while reflecting on Public Enemy's biggest hits, including “Fight the Power," "Rebel Without a Pause,” “Don't Believe the Hype” and “Shut ‘Em Down.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Public Enemy frontman Chuck D, who visits the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland tonight for the Frederick Speaker Series. They discuss the state of art, culture and the world, while reflecting on Public Enemy's biggest hits, including “Fight the Power," "Rebel Without a Pause,” “Don't Believe the Hype” and “Shut ‘Em Down.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the cast of the animated TV series "Animaniacs," who crack up the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday night. Rob Paulsen, Maurice LaMarche and Randy Rogel call in to preview the show and reflect on iconic characters like Pinky & The Brain, Yakko Warner, and tons of characters from other shows from “G.I. Joe” to "Ninja Turtles.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the cast of the animated TV series "Animaniacs," who crack up the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday night. Rob Paulsen, Maurice LaMarche and Randy Rogel call in to preview the show and reflect on iconic characters like Pinky & The Brain, Yakko Warner, and tons of characters from other shows from “G.I. Joe” to "Ninja Turtles.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barbara Hiller and the New Director of the Weinberg Center Stephanie Chaiken Joined the Morning News Express    https://weinbergcenter.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the perfect time of year to take stock of the leading developments of the prior 12 months and consider what lessons they have to offer us. This valuable exercise for corporate directors can put them in a better position from which to address the looming agenda items their boards face in 2023. For directors of healthcare companies, governance trends range from the economy to the corporate social voice, ESG to mission-critical corporate risks with many stops in between. To lead this review, Michael Peregrine sits down with Charles Elson, Founding Director, Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance, Retired, Willard Shared, Corporate Governance, University of Delaware, and Executive Editor at Large, Directors & Boards. Charles offers a comprehensive review of the leading governance issues of 2022, as well as a look at what may be to come in 2023.

Peter Noon of Herman's Hermits on the Morning New Express. Peter performed at the Weinberg Center on Sunday 11-12-23 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weinberg Center has a new season starting and a great lineup. Barbara Hiller talks about the upcoming shows,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show SummaryKathryn Vicere has been active in the Frederick theater scene since childhood, debuting in The King and I with the Fredericktown Players. Moving from center stage to behind the scenes, she now plays pivotal roles in Frederick, including serving as the Maryland Ensemble Theatre (the MET) Managing Director from 2018 to 2022. In this episode, she shares the MET's work to create more inclusivity through storytelling, involve young people in the arts, and highlight the contributions of everyone in the community through theater shows. Show Notes / Highlights from the Show:How Kat's lifelong career in the arts began as a child, determined to get Lucky Charms for breakfastHow Kat's journey as an actor started at five years old in FrederickHow the MET brings theater to youth that otherwise might not experience it, and why this is so important to developmentHow the MET's shows contribute to educating the community on diversity, history, and creating more inclusivity One specific metric the MET ensemble uses to decide on the season's showsKat's Frederick FactorShow Links:The MET (The Maryland Ensemble Theatre) in Frederick: https://marylandensemble.org/Youth Programs at the MET: https://marylandensemble.org/youth-programs/The Weinberg Center for the Arts, Frederick: https://weinbergcenter.org/The Fredericktowne Players: https://ftptheater.com/The AARCH (The African American Resources – Cultural and Heritage Society): https://aarchsociety.org/about-aarch/Learn more about All Saints Street on the Visit Frederick website: https://www.visitfrederick.org/things-to-do/tours/self-guided-tour/african-american-sites/William Cochran and the Community Bridge: https://www.visitfrederick.org/listing/%E2%80%9Ccommunity-bridge%E2%80%9D-mural/3064/Learn more about Platinum PR, the sponsors of Season Two of the Frederick Factor, here: www.platinumpr.comInterested in sponsoring a season of the Frederick Factor? Contact us at info@frederickfactor.com About the Frederick Factor: The Frederick Factor Podcast highlights the stories of underrepresented business owners, professionals, and community leaders making an impact in Frederick, Maryland. You can visit our website at  https://frederickfactor.com/. Or, follow the Frederick Factor on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederickfactor_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFrederickFactorAbout the Frederick Factor: The Frederick Factor Podcast highlights the stories of underrepresented business owners, professionals, and community leaders making an impact in Frederick, Maryland. You can visit our website at https://frederickfactor.com/. Or, follow the Frederick Factor on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederickfactor_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFrederickFactor

Whether it's music, theater or dance our historial guest this week offers all that and then some. The Steeples and Peoples podcast speaks with our friends from the Weinberg Center for the Arts. We talk with Executive Theater Manager John Healey and Barbara Hillier, Marketing Manager about all the history of the Weinberg and how it has transformed over the years. We discuss upcoming performances and how you can volunteer or become a member of the center. They also share with us some exciting new changes that will be transpiring as the new season unravels. Make some time to enjoy your favorite type of entertainment in a true Frederick landmark.    Website:https://weinbergcenter.org/  Address: | 20 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD, 21701 301-600-2828 Box Office  Email: weinberg@cityoffrederickmd.gov Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeinbergCenterfortheArts/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeinbergCenter  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoSuG_d7cOW7QOK-_Q04LiQ/videos  Box Office Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday, 10am–4pm Thursday–Friday, 10am–6pm Saturday, 10am–2pm ____________________________________________________________ Follow and Connect with Us ____________________________________________________________   Check out our websites, apps and much more www.steeplesandpeoples.com Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Steeples&Peoples Join the conversation on Twitter https://twitter.com/SteeplesPeoples Follow us on Instagram pics https://www.instagram.com/steeplesandpeoples                        Reach out to us on Snapchat at: steeplespeoples Watch our Tik Tok at: steeplesandpeoples ===========================  Feel free to let us know if you have any comments or questions By emailing us at: SteeplesandPeoples@gmail.com Steve Medley: voice intro and outro Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join us weekly to find out what's going on with "All Things Frederick County, Maryland" on the Steeples and Peoples podcast!!!

Joy is a foremost expert on elder abuse and developing evidence-based screening protocols in long term care. Learn about her role spearheading spiritual engagement, and why connecting to something bigger is critical for happiness and well-being. About Joy Joy is the Vice President of Elder Justice and Spiritual Engagement at RiverSpring Living, and Director and Managing Attorney of The Weinberg Center for Elder Justice at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale. Joy co-founded The Weinberg Center in 2004. She was previously Director of Elder Abuse Services at the Pace Women's Justice Center and an Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan, where she served for eight years. Joy is a frequent speaker and writer on the issue of elder abuse and elder justice, including to the United States Senate, Special Commission on Aging. Screening for elder abuse detection in health care and legal systems has been a priority for Joy. In addition to developing evidence-based screening protocols in long-term care, Weinberg Center Risk and Abuse Prevention Screen (WC-RAPS), she recently co-authored and published two research papers relating to evidence-based screening for elder abuse. Joy's work in long-term care also includes an active role in the creation of sexual expression policies for residents, a resilience/well-being program for caregivers, and a fresh look at death and dying in long-term care. Joy also developed a unique domestic violence prevention and intervention program for all employees of the Hebrew Home at Riverdale. Like the Weinberg Center itself and many of its innovative projects, this program is easily replicable. Joy was a founder of the Elder Abuse Committee on the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. In 2017, Joy was awarded the National Crime Victims Service Award by the United States Department of Justice. In 2016, she was recognized with an award of Distinction in Public Service by the New York Law Journal, and in 2010 she received The New York State Bar Association award for Excellence in Public Service. Joy is also a certified ISHTA yoga instructor and teacher of breathing and meditation. Key Takeaways One out of ten older adults experience abuse in their lifetime. Most of the perpetrators are family members. Financial exploitation is the most prevalent form of abuse. Elder abuse shelters work well in long-term care communities because they are built around the needs of older people. At River Spring Living the shelter is “virtual” and integrated into the community at large. The SPRiNG Alliance, a network of regional elder abuse shelters, does extensive outreach and training to help communities start shelters. It is important to have conversations about end-of-life and long-term planning. As a culture we are too scared to talk about death and the dying process. Older people need to express themselves spiritually and connect to something bigger than themselves. It is a critical component of happiness and well-being. Part of spiritual engagement is getting out in nature.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with actor Charl Brown, who earned a Tony Award nomination playing Smokey Robinson in "Motown: The Musical" on Broadway in 2013. They spoke about his upcoming cabaret show "Smokey & Me," which hits the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland on Sunday. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

In this segment... Barbara Hiller joins Bob Miller and Ryan Hedrick to discuss the latest happenings at the Weinberg Center. (The Hill)  Americans across the country are discussing their thoughts on trending policy topics with family, friends and colleagues.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guitarist Mark Bryan of Hootie and The Blowfish tells Nestor about his local solo gig with The Screaming Trojans at Weinberg Center in Frederick on October 22

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Hootie & The Blowfish lead guitarist Mark Bryan, who performs live at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland on Saturday night with the Screaming Trojans, a mix of his high-school buddies from Seneca Valley and Gaithersburg High Schools. They also discuss him meeting Darius Rucker at the University of South Carolina to record hits like "Hold My Hand," "Let Her Cry," "Time" and "Only Wanna Be With You." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

In this segment... (Wall Street Journal) The labor market is cooling while more Americans are using side hustles like driving for Uber to cope with rising prices. Yet now the Biden Administration is declaring war on the so-called gig economy and countless companies that utilize freelancers. Also, Barbara Hiller from the Weinberg Center for the Arts joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment... We visit with Barbara Hiller of Weinberg Center. Also, Bob and Ryan discuss Biden's statement about hurricanes and vaccines. Plus, Bob Miller plays Real v Fake News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment... Barbara Hiller from the Weinberg Center joins Bob and Ryan to discuss upcoming season. Plus, we discuss lawsuit involving Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins. And we highlight some of President Joe Biden's low lights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with folk-rock legend Gordon Lightfoot, who performs tomorrow at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland, followed by Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia on Monday. They discuss his biggest hits from "Early Morning Rain" to "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

In this segment... John Healey, Executive Theater Manager at Weinberg Center for the Arts, joined Ryan Hedrick to discuss this week's upcoming calendar. Also, Conservative Katie joins Morning News Express with "Three Things."   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his 30-Year Tenure as President and CEO of RiverSpring Living, Daniel founded the nation's first elder abuse shelter and senior living's fine art museum, multiple intergenerational initiatives, and New York City's first luxury life plan community. Hear how Hebrew Home at Riverdale's visionary programs are being replicated across the country. About Daniel Daniel Reingold, M.S., J.D. is President and Chief Executive Officer of RiverSpring Living, a leading non-profit senior care organization with a century of history and leadership, which includes the operation of the renowned Hebrew Home at Riverdale. Under his tenure, the non-profit has grown significantly, generated by the development of innovative and much-needed care solutions for older adults—including managed long-term care, assisted living, senior housing, and rehabilitation services. As a passionate advocate for older adults, Reingold and his team opened the Weinberg Center for Elder Abuse Prevention, the nation's first elder abuse shelter, in 2005. Reingold's vision also includes the development of intergenerational initiatives. Project HOPE (Healthcare Offers Permanent Employment) is a unique program that provides students with the opportunity to complete their education while developing job skills. Students spend a large portion of each day at work sites around the Hebrew Home, trained by staff and building connections with Hebrew Home residents. Reingold has become a highly visible presence on the national level, having testified before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging and attending the 2015 White House Conference on Aging. Key Takeaways Older adults do not want to be segregated by age. RiverSpring Living set up a high school for learning disabled students in the nursing home, and developed a strong relationship with Mount Saint Vincent, a small parochial liberal arts college. They are also exploring the possibility of graduate students and residents living together. Hebrew House at Riverdale's Derfner Judaica Museum + The Art Collectionhas more than 5,000 museum-quality pieces. The museum and art center have had a profound impact on residents and staff. To put the U.S. elder abuse crisis in perspective, there are 1.6 million people living in nursing homes, and more than two million people living at home who are victims of abuse every year.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with America co-founder Dewey Bunnell as the classic rock band brings its delayed 50th anniversary tour to The Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland on Saturday night. They discussed the band's biggest '70s hits from "Horse with No Name" to "Sister Golden Hair."

Oaths of office were administered Thursday at the Weinberg Center to Frederick's Mayor and Board of Aldermen. Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday vetoed the Congressional Map passed this week by the General Assembly... but that veto was overridden on that same day by the Legislature. Delegate Neil Parrott agrees with the Governor and said the new congressional district map for Maryland is not fair and will go to the courts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment... We take a look at what's coming up at the Weinberg Center for The Arts. Plus, A conversation with Conservative Katie.. And.. The big push for equity and inclusion in Frederick County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with five-time Grammy winner Terence Blanchard, who headlines the Frederick Jazz Festival at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland on Saturday night. They spoke about his prolific film collaboration with Spike Lee, from “Do the Right Thing” to “Malcom X” to his Oscar nominations for “BlackKklansman” and “Da 5 Bloods.”

In this segment... The Weinberg Center for the Arts is Frederick's Cultural Center. Located in Frederick, MD presenting theatrical productions, concerts, & performances. Barbara Hiller joined Bob and Ryan on The Morning News Express. Also, Voters in the town of Thurmont re-elected John Kinnaird, He talked about the town's priorities and how he plans to work with commissioners in his third term.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment... Barbara Hiller of the Weinberg Center for the Arts, Frederick Police Chief Jason Lando, and Conservative Katie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In This Segment... Barbara Hiller from the Weinberg Center for the Arts joins us to discuss upcoming schedule. Conservative Katie discusses the hottest news topics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with comedian Lewis Black, who performs this weekend at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland. You'll hear conversations from 2015 and 2018 when Black performed at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. They discuss his bits on "The Daily Show" and the genius of the late Dick Gregory.

In this episode, Attorney Deirdre Lok from The Weinberg Center for Elder Justice in New York City, discusses a topic that many of us really don't want to talk about- elder abuse. The abuse of older people. It sounds unfathomable and cruel, doesn't it? Unfortunately, it is all too real. Any person, under certain circumstances, can fall prey to elder abuse.  It comes in quite a few forms and no two cases ever look the same. The biggest culprit in elder abuse is…isolation. This is common for older people as their family and social circles becomes smaller as they age.  Hence…the title of the episode, eyes and ears everywhere are needed. One in ten Americans over the age of sixty have experienced a form of elder abuse. The highest estimate is around five million people. Even so, the total numbers of elder abuse cases are underreported. Some statistics put the number of cases reported at one out of twenty-four. The most common is financial abuse  but...it usually comes with other types. Abuse is never in isolation.  If you don't understand elder abuse, want to learn or, perhaps, are interested in working with older people,  Deirdre and Host Veronica Escobar, have a “soup to nuts” discussion about it all. What is elder abuse? Who is affected by it?  How does the justice system aid victims? What can they do better? How did the Weinberg Center come into existence and how do they help those who need it most? What kind of people does The Weinberg Center help? Can this model be replicated elsewhere?  What can the public do to help?   Working with older people brings challenges but it is also yields tremendous personal (and professional) rewards. Work should have meaning and this work certainly does as well as impact.  The abuse of our aging population is everyone's business. We should all look out for one another, "Today for you and tomorrow for me." To learn more about The Weinberg Center, go to: https://www.theweinbergcenter.org To learn more about Aging Wisely: The Podcast, go to:  https://www.agingwiselypodcast.com 

Intro.(1:37) - Start of interview(2:19) - Jon's "origin story." He started as a sports journalist, later became press secretary to then NYC Comptroller Jay Goldin. His transition to asset management, founding his firm Sinclair Capital and leading the Investor Responsibility Research Center Institute (IRRCi) (succeeded by the Weinberg Center) focused on ESG and capital market issues.(4:48) - His experience with the NYC pension funds, CII and how he addresses the different "stages of governance" described in his book "Moving Beyond Modern Portfolio Theory: Investing That Matters." His historical perspective on corporate governance from the Dutch East India Company (1602). HBS Professors Myles Mace: "Boards are ornaments on a corporate Christmas tree" and Peter Drucker: "The one thing that all boards have in common is that they do not work." His experience with Creditors Committee at WorldCom. Corporate governance in the 1980s changed for two reasons:In a capitalist society whoever has capital, has power. By the 1980s, institutional investors became very influential with more assets under management.This was prompted in part by the greenmail scandals. In one year (1983-1984) this practice extracted $4bn from US corporationsThat prompted the formation of the Council of Institutional Investors (1985).(13:04) -  The disagreement is not over corporate governance, but rather over "optimal" corporate governance. This is so because capital is changing. "75%-94% of your returns is due to the systematic nature of the markets." The problem with MPT.(17:41) - The concept of "Beta Activism"(19:54) - The focus of his book "Moving Beyond MPT": "This is not a modest book: we are trying to redefine what investing is." "Stewardship for the benefit of the marketplace as a whole, to deal with systematic risk issues that  that we can't deal with mere diversification." More holistic and long term vision of how to improve the risk return of the market as a whole.(21:41) - Shareholder activism on ESG and sustainability ("Beta Activism"). Examples: Engine No.1 on Exxon, Climate Change. "There will also be changes on how shareholder resolutions will be crafted." For example: Yum Brands  on the systemic effects of the use of antibiotics in its supply chain by the end of 2021 (proposed by Paul Rissman and the Shareholder Commons). From individual companies to global/industry levels. Another example, new safety standards after the Vale scandals. "The problem is that somehow in the 1990s/2000s the shareholders figured out how to be first and last in the line."(26:16) - Debate on corporate purpose (shareholder primacy / stakeholder capitalism / benefit corporations). "I think the person who jumpstarted this discussion was Lynn Stout with her book the shareholder value myth." "You have to care about how companies are dealing with the health of the system as a whole." "But I still think that the governance of a company needs a final decision: that's the shareholders [on how to maximize the residual benefit but taking care of everyone else to do that." "I've always thought it was a false dichotomy [to think about shareholder primacy vs stakeholder capitalism.]" Alex Edman's book "Grow the Pie": shareholder value as a subset of societal value. Shareholders are at the back of the line.(30:30) - His perspective on international corporate governance trends. Cross-influence between the US and Europe. Asia. Taking into accounts culture. The last US administration tampered down ESG in the last 4 years.(35:29) - His take on public vs private companies (Wall Street vs Silicon Valley). The advent of dual class shares in Silicon Valley: "founder syndrome." There are different risk desires and appetites for smaller growth companies vs larger mature companies.(39:43) - His thoughts on western vs authoritarian vs the next dominant economic paradigm. "Confucian curse of living through interesting times."(43:15) - His favorite book: Fifth Business, by Robertson Davies (1970)(43:41) - His favorite play: As You Like It, by William Shakespeare(45:45) - His mentors:His sister (personal)Jay Goldin (professional)(47:38) - His favorite quote: "It's better to be approximately right than precisely wrong" and "Work hard and be nice to people" (new Michael Franti song)(48:30) - His "unusual habit": He loves to cook.(49:26) - The living person he most admires: his wife.(49:56) - His views on the future of NY post pandemic.Jon Lukomnik is the Founder of Sinclair Capital. Jon chairs the audit committee of the Van Eck mutual funds, is a core member of the Funston Advisory team, and serves on the Deloitte Audit Quality Advisory Committee. He has a long track record in corporate governance having served as an investment advisor for the New York City’s pension funds, a managing director of a top ten hedge fund and a director for public and private companies, non-profit corporations and litigation trusts. His new book, co-authored with Professor James Hawley, is “Moving Beyond Modern Portfolio Theory: Investing That Matters”. If you like this show, please consider subscribing, leaving a review or sharing this podcast on social media. __Follow Evan on:Twitter @evanepsteinSubstack https://evanepstein.substack.com/Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

(1:35) - Start of interview(2:23) - Peggy's "origin story"(3:04) - Her experience at Notre Dame (BA and JD)(4:17) - Her progression from Wall St. law firm work to Mellon Bank, JP Morgan, Pfizer, Sara Lee and Prudential.(6:17) -  Dennis Weatherstone (former CEO of JP Morgan) as a catalyst of #corpgov at the bank in the mid-90s.(7:00) - Her move to Pfizer, drawn by Terry Gallagher and Bill Steer focus on #corpgov (pre SOX 2002)(7:50) - The focus on governance in late 1990s - Peter Clapman at TIAA CREF and other institutional investors.(9:31) - On that first meeting of Pfizer's board leaders with institutional investors in 2007 (Marty Lipton referred to it as "another example of corporate governance run amuck").(10:51) - On the role of a Chief Governance Officer.(12:31) - Her transition to serving on boards (previously with the MONY Ground, MONY Life Insurance Company and Occidental Petroleum Corporation. Currently with the Orion Group Holdings).(16:36) - On the history and focus of Prudential Financial. "It's a company with a purpose, 146 years old, with an incredible partnership and commitment to Newark, NJ."(19:18) - Her take on the purpose of the corporation and the new BRT statement (2019). "It's nothing new, it was the same at Pfizer, it's a balance."(23:45) - Her take on b-corps, benefit corporations and public benefit corporations. "We just don't have a robust law and precedent, yet"(25:05) - Managing the "tone from the top" at the board level. "The culture is ingrained at Prudential."(28:00) - Her take on ESG. "I think it's always been there." Now it's just gone mainstream. On the environmental side, people like Tim Smith (Boston Trust Walden) and institutions such as CERES have been active for decades on these topics.(29:23) - On board diversity. "It's really more important to have broader diversity than just gender." This has gone mainstream too.(33:13) - Her take on climate change and sustainability.(35:07) - Her take on board education. "It depends: you need a tool box. For some boards it could be writing a memo, for other boards it's inviting outside expertise, and for others it's one of their own who has a specific background." More boards are adding experts in sustainability.(39:52) - Her thoughts on blockchain technology in corporate governance.(40:44) - Her recommendation to directors on shareholder activism. "You have to be your own activists." Duty to ask for questions, alternatives and seek long term value. "You're not there for the pastries."(43:00) - Her favorite books:The Bible.To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee (1960).Winesberg, Ohio, by Sherwood Anderson (1919)(43:59) - Her mentors (starting out all family members, her father). Professionally:Dennis Weatherstone  (ex CEO JP Morgan)Bill Steer (ex CEO Pfizer), David Shedlarz (ex CFO Pfizer), Karen Katen  (ex Vice Chair Pfizer)Jane Pfeiffer (from her first board at MONY)(45:33) - Her favorite quote: "Speak the truth but leave quickly"(46:81) - Her "unusual habit": cleaning.(46:35) - The living person she most admires: she looks at people's character.Sarah Teslik (Partner, Joele Frank)Elise Walter (ex Chair of the SEC, and director of Occidental Petroleum Corporation)Peggy Foran is the Chief Governance Officer, SVP and Corporate Secretary of Prudential Financial. Peggy has been a corporate governance leader throughout her career at Sara Lee Corporation, Pfizer and JP Morgan. She also serves as a director of Orion Group Holdings, and previously served on the boards of Occidental Petroleum Corporation, The MONY Group, and MONY Life Insurance Company. She currently serves as an active member of many influential advisory boards including the Council of Institutional Investors, the American College of Governance Counsel, the American Bar Association, Catalyst, the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance, NACD, the Center for Audit Quality (CAQ), the International Integrated Reporting Council, ICGN, and the Society for Corporate Governance.If you like this show, please consider subscribing, leaving a review or sharing this podcast on social media. __Follow Evan on:Twitter @evanepsteinSubstack https://evanepstein.substack.com/Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License 

John Healey,  Executive Theater Manager, of the Weinberg Center in Frederick explains what they are doing regarding the Coronavirus

Become a Square! Subscribe to the show! On this episode, Jordan and Joe return with a very late review of 2019, attempted new year's resolutions, IntelliGents Movie details, Falling Squares clothing, Sonic the Hedgehog review, shows on their radar, plans for 2020, a NEW segment, and much more. Enjoy! Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/_forsquares_ Huge thank you to our sponsor, Future Sound! More information on their events at www.facebook.com/futuresoundmd/ Special shout out to Wonder Book and Video, Weinberg Center for the Arts, New Spire Stages, and Gorilla Carpet Cleaning!

Hello and welcome to Let's Be Honest! I'm Jess and this is the podcast where I talk about life's toughest topics with lots of different brilliant people.Today’s Episode is called "Lets Talk About The Holocaust." I’m joined by 96 year old, Hungarian native and Holocaust survivor, Henry Friedman. Also joining us is Rabbi Prass, Director at The Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education at the Breman Museum in Atlanta.In today’s conversation, we discuss Henry’s experience of being in the forced labor camps as his family were exiled to Auschwitz under the Nazi regime in 1930’s Germany. Henry’s delicate breathing accompanies our conversation on wether he thinks people are ultimately good or bad, how he has managed to forgive those who fought to oppress him and how now, at 96 years old, he has found peace.Welcome to the show. Thank you for listening.

Hello and welcome to Let's Be Honest! I'm Jess and this is the podcast where I talk about life's toughest topics with lots of different brilliant people.Today’s Episode is called "Lets Talk About The Holocaust." I’m joined by 96 year old, Hungarian native and Holocaust survivor, Henry Friedman. Also joining us is Rabbi Prass, Director at The Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education at the Breman Museum in Atlanta.In today’s conversation, we discuss Henry’s experience of being in the forced labor camps as his family were exiled to Auschwitz under the Nazi regime in 1930’s Germany. Henry’s delicate breathing accompanies our conversation on wether he thinks people are ultimately good or bad, how he has managed to forgive those who fought to oppress him and how now, at 96 years old, he has found peace.Welcome to the show. Thank you for listening.

Corporate governance is influenced by a wide range of government regulations, legislative initiatives, stakeholder and public demands, responsibilities to investors and case law. On this episode, Michael Peregrine welcomes Professor Charles Elson, Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance, for a discussion on the complexities of corporate law and governance today. Mr. Elson's perspective on corporate governance best practices and recent cases from the Delaware courts will benefit directors of public, private and nonprofit corporations alike, and reminds us that the law of corporate governance is constantly evolving and being extended in new and different ways.

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Elon Musk is under fire from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) yet again for his "reckless" use of Twitter regarding Tesla company updates. The SEC is currently questioning tweets the chief executive of Tesla sent out last month about the car company’s production levels. Musk says his tweets are covered by free speech. The SEC disagrees and wants him held in contempt for violating a 2018 settlement that restricts his social media posts regarding his company. In 2018 Musk got into trouble for falsely tweeting that he was taking his company private, which caused stocks to soar. This lead to the SEC settlement in which Tesla and Musk were each fined $20 million and he had to step down as chairman of the board. Host Dan Loney talks with John Paul MacDuffie, Management Professor at the Wharton School and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation at The Mack Institute for Innovation Management, and Charles Elson, Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, to discuss more about this recent legal turmoil and how it is affecting Tesla in the eye of the consumers on Knowledge@Wharton. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stauffer Funeral Home and Hospice of Frederick County have partnered to present the premier showing of the film, Getting Grace on Tuesday evening, November 13th at 6PM at the Weinberg Center for the Performing Arts in Frederick, Maryland. Getting Grace is the story about a spunky teenage girl who has terminal cancer and wants to  make her own funeral arrangements. She sets in motion a plan that affects all those around her in unexpected and positive ways.The movie is produced, directed and stars Daniel Roebuck with Madelyn Dundon as the precocious teenager, Grace. Originally released on September 8, 2017, the film won Best Feature Film, Best Director and Best Actress at the 2017 Northeast Film Festival. Admission is free but tickets must be acquired on line at staufferfuneralhome.com

Axios recently opined that: Be it guns or global warming, a fascinating trend is unfolding in the Trump era: Corporations, under intense social pressure, are filling a void left bygovernmental gridlock or avoidance. (emphasis added) … [t]his phenomenon is inspired not by the pure benevolence of corporations. Instead, it’s intense pressure from social media mobs … Seeking a remedy to the “governmental gridlock,” Senator Elizabeth Warren introduced the Accountable Capitalism Act,which would seem to codify political government involvement in what has historically been viewed as the exercise of free market capitalism by U.S. based business entities. Charles Elson and Mark Nance join us to discuss this trend and what the law regarding a board’s duty to stakeholders is and should be. Featuring: Charles Elson, the Edgar S. Woolard, Jr., Chair in Corporate Governance and the director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. Mark Nance, Senior Vice President and Global General Counsel for Mylan N.V Teleforum calls are open to all dues paying members of the Federalist Society. To become a member, sign up here. As a member, you should receive email announcements of upcoming Teleforum calls which contain the conference call phone number. If you are not receiving those email announcements, please contact us at 202-822-8138.

Axios recently opined that: Be it guns or global warming, a fascinating trend is unfolding in the Trump era: Corporations, under intense social pressure, are filling a void left bygovernmental gridlock or avoidance. (emphasis added) … [t]his phenomenon is inspired not by the pure benevolence of corporations. Instead, it’s intense pressure from social media mobs … Seeking a remedy to the “governmental gridlock,” Senator Elizabeth Warren introduced the Accountable Capitalism Act,which would seem to codify political government involvement in what has historically been viewed as the exercise of free market capitalism by U.S. based business entities. Charles Elson and Mark Nance join us to discuss this trend and what the law regarding a board’s duty to stakeholders is and should be. Featuring: Charles Elson, the Edgar S. Woolard, Jr., Chair in Corporate Governance and the director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. Mark Nance, Senior Vice President and Global General Counsel for Mylan N.V Teleforum calls are open to all dues paying members of the Federalist Society. To become a member, sign up here. As a member, you should receive email announcements of upcoming Teleforum calls which contain the conference call phone number. If you are not receiving those email announcements, please contact us at 202-822-8138.

Paula Poundstone, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and David Sedaris - just some of the acts to look forward to during the 2018-2019 season at the Weinberg Center. Host Colin McGuire and News-Post reporter Kate Masters sat down with Barbara Hiller, the marketing manager for the Weinberg, to discuss the year’s lineup and some of the shows she’s looking forward to the most. Some were expected (Maria Bamford, for instance) and some, like the Portland Cello Project, were not. But they’re all very different from Hiller’s former career as the director of marketing for the Mid-Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute. Hiller also had some great responses to some very silly questions, including the three people, living or dead, she’d most like to have dinner with. Two of her responses — Eleanor Roosevelt and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson — would make for some pretty interesting conversation.

Myq Kaplan will be headlining the Over the Limit Comedy Fest at the Weinberg Center on June 8th! The show benefits the SOS Safe Ride Foundation and their mission to end drunk driving in Frederick! We talk about Myq's Boston roots, the ways he spreads positivity, and his many podcast connections! I am now also 3 for 3 with comedian interviews that mention breast milk. Go me. Get Tickets: https://weinbergcenter.org/shows/17205/ Website: http://myqkaplan.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myqkaplan/ Broccoli and Ice Cream: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/broccoli-and-ice-cream/id1355069349?mt=2 Text "Funny" to the GAC service text line for your chance to win the "Travel Package Grand Prize" Two Seats to the show Two Backstage passes, good for an exclusive meet/greet and photo op with Myq Kaplan Free Oil Change and Car Wash from Lube Center One Night Stay at the Frederick Marriott Hotel One $100 Gift Card to Avery's Maryland Grille and Crab Shack If they decide to drink: One FREE ride back to their hotel room in their own vehicle with SOS Safe Ride iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4 Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9U Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/

For this episode of the Frederick Playlist podcast, host Colin McGuire is joined by guest co-host Chris Sands of the Uncapped podcast, as well as Kenny Eaton and Jordan Miller of the band Time Columns, who will be performing as part of this year's Frederick Music Showcase on Feb. 15 at the Weinberg Center for the Arts. Among the things discussed are the upcoming showcase, what it means to play the Weinberg, the band's upcoming album, and the good old days of Frederick music, when FredRock still existed and the music scene was thriving. Stick around for the end of the episode when we hear, "Produce, Communicate, Transport, Destroy," a song off the band's album "Mana."

For this episode of the Frederick Playlist podcast, host Colin McGuire is joined by two-fourths of SoulXChange, who will be performing as part of this year's Frederick Music Showcase at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on Feb. 15. Among the things discussed are plans for how the band continues to exist while some members live in Austin, Texas, the current state of R&B music, what it means to play the Weinberg, and a funny little confrontation that happened in the wake of the first ever Frederick Music Showcase in 2015. Stick around for the end of the episode, where we'll hear "Into The Sound," from the band's self-titled EP. 

I was shocked to find out that The Frederick Children's Chorus has been around since 1985! Fortunately, I was able to sit down with their Assistant Director Lee DuBose Fuhr to talk about the Chorus' history and future. Their mission is to make sure that every child can sing more. Everyone can use more music in their life, and this is a group of people that are working hard to make this happen. Give this episode a listen to find out how they work with kids from 3 to 18 years old! You can hear examples of the chorus before and after this interview, but nothing can truly capture hearing them live. Their next big show is the 23rd Messiah Sing-Along at The Weinberg Center. Website: http://fredcc.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FredCC.org/ Messiah Sing-Along: http://www.weinbergcenter.org/14753/annual-messiah-sing-along/ Time Codes: 00:00 - Intro Clip of the Chorus 00:29 - What is The Frederick Children's Chorus? 00:52 - The different age groups (3 to 18) 03:47 - How many boys? 05:30 - Team Building and Travel 06:28 - The look of the Chorus & Summer Camp 07:54 - More details about Summer Camp 09:19 - Are they an auditioned Chorus? 10:00 - Best age to join 12:01 - Is the Chorus on a semester system? When can you sign up? 12:55 - Where in Frederick is the Chorus? 13:55 - Upcoming Performances 15:47 - Singing in different languages and learning about other cultures 17:30 - They sound excellent! 18:26 - Singing with Judy Collins 19:33 - How The Frederick Children's Chorus got started 20:35 - Need for donations and volunteers 21:13 - Plugs! 21:31 - Closing clip of the Chorus

I got a chance to talk with Tracy Lawrence about Nashville, his new album, and his future. Don't miss him in Frederick! Join 99.9 WFRE and Tri-County Pumps for Free Country Rewind with Tracy Lawrence and special guest Shane Gamble at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on October 22nd at 7:00 PM. Special thanks to Magic Mountain Chimney Sweeps, South Side Tire and Auto, South Mountain Creamery, and GAC Services.

We could have called this episode "Alas, poor metric. I knew you well." Ashley Birdsell Lewis is the Manager of Marketing at the historic Weinberg Center for the Arts. This 1200 seat theater hosts acts of dance, comedy, music and concerts as well as nationally recognized speakers. We talk about why she loves crunching data, the best ways to engage audiences in real time and her philosophy on the relationship between consistent brand visibility and ROI. Resources: Weinberg Center website VIDEOS: Social Media, Documentaries and Behind the Scenes Want more? Find the companion articles and other helpful tidbits on video production and promotion from Digital Bard. Suggest a guest on Facebook. Rate or review this podcast on iTunes.

Franny and Aiden sit with host Colin McGuire to discuss the Frederick music scene, what it is to have success at such a young age and how it feels to be headlining the Weinberg Center for the Arts as part of the third-annual Frederick Music Showcase.

Stitch Early stops by the podcast studio to talk with host Colin McGuire about the upcoming Frederick Music Showcase at the Weinberg Center in downtown Frederick.

Check it out - the podcast is back! If only briefly. For this 18th episode, we gave the controls to the fabulous Sam Whalen of Silent Old Mtns. He, along with his band, as well as Retro/Ricole Barnes, Katie Powderly & The Unconditional Lovers and Freddie Long, will be performing at this year's installment of the Frederick Music Showcase at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on Feb. 18. For this episode, Whalen sat down with Powderly and her keyboard player, Colin Shultzaberger.Among the things Whalen discussed with them:- How they came to be in a band together. - How Powderly, who is originally from Wisconsin, made it to Frederick. - Who else Shultzaberger has played with in and around town.- And, of course, what you can expect from their show at the Weinberg. You can check out more from Katie Powderly and the Unconditional Lovers here. For more information on this year's Frederick Music Showcase, visit www.frederickplaylist.com, and to buy tickets, head on over to the Weinberg's website. A special thanks goes out to Sam, who took the time to sit down and record these Fine Frederick Artists. To learn more about his band, Silent Old Mtns., click here. So ... we'll see you on Feb. 18, right?

Bennet discusses Corporate governance expert talks about the OKCupid-Mozillla war and when politics enters the boardroom with  Charles Elson, the  Edgar S. Woolard, Jr. Chair in Corporate Governance Professor of Finance Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance

Corporate governance is one of the main concerns for American corporations. In this show, we will discuss the compliance issues that companies are facing and the General Counsel’s role. Is the GC the ‘guard-dog’ so to speak for corporate compliance? Join co-hosts and Law.com bloggers, J. Craig Williams and Robert Ambrogi as they welcome our experts. Coast to Coast turns to Attorney Lanny J. Davis, partner from the Washington D.C. office of the global law firm, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, Gary Levine, President and Founder of Two Step Software, Inc. that provides tools for compliance and Professor Charles Elson, Chair in Corporate Governance and the Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware.