Daily Memo: Activist Investor Takes Aim At Southwest’s Heart—Its People
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Southwest Airlines activist investor takes major step toward changes
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Activist investor Elliott’s new weapon in Southwest proxy fight: a podcast
Elliott Investment Management has a new way to garner the attention of Southwest Airlines: a podcast. The activist investor that disclosed a $1.9 billion stake in the Dallas-based airline back in June is getting personal with their board of director candidates in a new podcast called “Stronger Southwest Podcast” available on Apple,
Elliott launches podcast against Southwest Airlines
Elliott Management, known for the range of tactics it has deployed on its targets, has just added one more weapon to its arsenal: a podcast. Why it matters: Elliott's new podcast is aimed straight at Southwest Airlines,
Elliott Investment group calls for special meeting at Southwest Airlines
Elliott Investment Management is following through on its word to make big changes at the top for Southwest Airlines.
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