What is a Proxy Solicitor?

Definition:

An individual or entity employed by a company to solicit Proxies for a meeting of shareholders or to solicit consents if no meeting is to be held. The Proxy Solicitor plays an important role in a Proxy Contest or Consent Solicitation. Proxy Solicitors are also adept at helping companies determine the makeup of their shareholders.

See also Proxy Contest and Consent Solicitation.

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