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  1. Milken Institute59 min

    Activist Investors and the Search for Alpha

    Chris Ellman, Cliff, Jeff, Barry

    A panel of leading activist investors including CalSTRS's Chris Ellman and Cliff Icahn's Blue Harbor argues that the industry has shifted from hostile raids to constructive, long-term partnerships focused on intrinsic value. Participants detail strategic tactics such as securing single board seats to influence management while avoiding public proxy fights, emphasizing capital allocation that favors sustainable growth over short-term financial engineering. With seven consecutive deals at one firm requiring only private CEO engagement, the consensus projects a bifurcated future where experienced firms drive 20% IRRs by correcting operational inefficiencies rather than pursuing media-driven volatility.