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15% of the Fortune 100 companies still have an all-male board.
60% of a CEO's time is spent in meetings. 3.3% hours. Average board meeting. |
Now, with the rise in shareholder activism, boards are subject – both as a group and as individuals – to mounting public scrutiny.
With broad experience in CEO succession, establishment of public posture and credibility of many leading chief executives, Torrenzano counts its work with CEOs among its strongest. Similarly, with its intimate corporate governance knowledge gained through its long tenure with the world's major stock markets and an array of financial services clients, the firm possesses expertise in critical board communications including: executive compensation, shareholder rights, proxy and other issues – hot-button issues culminating at shareholder meetings. From contentious financial institution proxy fights to the annual meetings of Fortune corporations, Torrenzano executives work in collaboration with clients, play critical roles in addressing high-stakes issues |
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Torrenzano works with clients and outside counsel to consider and advise on public responses to litigation – regulatory, civil or criminal – communicate company positions, anticipate plaintiff comments, as well as attacks and manage digital and media interaction.
The firm's extensive experience ranges from: defending the nation's most significant lawsuit seeking punitive damages … to helping companies navigate treacherous waters of class action lawsuits, product liability and bankruptcies … to managing issues surrounding official misconduct, labor or union actions. With its extensive experience in helping organizations recover from the devastating effects of sexual misconduct and harassment, Torrenzano has advised religious institutions and universities, corporations on preventing and – when necessary – responding to sexual harassment and misconduct allegations. We are experts on the Center for Disease Control’s handbook, “Preventing Child Sexual Abuse Within Youth-serving Organizations: Getting Started on Policies and Procedures” and have guided many high-profile clients through cultural and procedural changes needed to protect youth. |
28.5% of EEOC charges cite sexual discrimination in 2011.
3.7 days. Average length of civil trials. $233 billion. Annual cost to the US economy for civil lawsuits. |
Torrenzano worked with Dex One Corporation during their merger with Super Media.
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Every transaction, regardless of size or structure, brings uncertainty to important constituencies. Next to negotiating the agreement, the greatest challenge is gaining support from those who matter most in ensuring successful completion and integration.
Torrenzano effectively delivers both best thinking and best execution whether announcing a much-anticipated tech IPO, merger of two major stock exchanges, or made-in-heaven combination of peanut butter and jelly. From getting it right “the first time” to identifying potential transaction obstacles, Torrenzano’s seasoned team is counted on each time for outstanding performance. And they deliver. |
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With policies and procedures in place, organizations hope to reduce the likelihood of violence. But facts demonstrate most acts of violence are unpredictable, largely unstoppable and a matter of chance.
It’s a sad reality, but one look at today’s headlines proves this is reality nonetheless. Violence, like lightning, strikes brutally and without warning. But, organizations cannot be caught flat-footed, paralyzed by shock when constituents – employees, students, community leaders and media – seek and need leadership. A comprehensive, thoughtful Violence Response Plan (VRP) is not developed in the heat of the moment. That is how big mistakes are made, information misreported and panic sets in. The internet’s speed and magnitude make preparation and rehearsal drills paramount. Just a few years ago, organizations had days to collect thoughts and respond to a crisis. Unfortunately, today they have only minutes. Torrenzano leaders have extensive experience preparing corporations, colleges and universities and religious organizations to react quickly and effectively in the face of violence. Through their refined process, Torrenzano assesses organizations’ existing policies and response structure with an eye toward weaknesses that could further exacerbate a situation. Through a series of interviews with leaders, peer research and analysis, Torrenzano presents concrete recommendations, approaches and policies and procedures to create a best-in-class Violence Response Plan. Organizations then take the VRP to the next level with the Torrenzano Crisis Simulator™. In scheduled, as well as surprise table-top exercises, participants react in real-time, challenging and testing the organization’s response structure. |
70% of companies do not have a violence response policy in place according to Bureau of Labor Statistics.
83% of protests are more likely to become violent in the coming years. 8666. Number of workplace homicides from 1997 to 2010. |
