Our Services

Frontis Governance offers a customised and highly efficient solution to the new challenges posed by the continuous regulatory evolution, which requires institutional investors to participate more and more actively in the governance of investee companies. As an independent and international partner, it provides strategic and operational support in managing the complexities of participating in the shareholders' meetings of listed companies, accompanying the investor in the decision-making process and in the informed exercise of his or her rights as a shareholder.

Transparent reportingwith the preparation of annual documents on voting activities, in line with current regulations and transparency obligations towards stakeholders.

Constant monitoring of the governance of portfolio companies, in order to maintain timely control over all relevant activities.

Timely informationwith the sending of assembly materials to ensure thorough preparation before voting.

In-depth analysis of the proposed resolutions, assessing the impact of each decision on the basis of best governance practices and the specific needs of the investor.

Customised voting recommendationsdeveloped in accordance with the governance principles adopted by each investor and aligned with international market standards.

Supporting the exercise of voting rightsincluding assistance in filling in and sending proxies.

Frontis Governance supports institutional investors in a constructive dialogue with investee companies to promote sustainable long-term value creation. It provides services throughout the engagement cycle:

• Identification of relevant ESG issues for the investor, based on portfolio characteristics and regulatory and market expectations.
• Analysis and comparison with market best practicesto ensure an engagement approach aligned with the highest standards of sustainability and governance.
• Continuous monitoring ESG performance of investee companies to detect any risks related to environmental, social and governance issues.
• Message definition and dialogue with broadcasterswith the aim of fostering positive change and promoting sustainable and transparent practices.
• Database management and reporting supportfor effective traceability and communication of the engagement activities carried out, in line with transparency obligations.

Moreover, thanks to its national and international partnerships, Frontis Governance extends its service by supporting Italian shareholders in joining collective engagement organised by global investors or international platforms. In this area, Frontis offers:

• Monitoring of major platforms dedicated to responsible investment and sustainability, to keep investors up-to-date on the most relevant initiatives.
• Identification of campaigns of collective engagement more aligned with investor principles, facilitating participation in joint initiatives to positively influence corporate governance.
• Adhesion to campaignswith constant monitoring of the results achieved and detailed reporting on the impact generated.

Commitment Policies

Frontis Governance offers specialised support to investors in defining their own Engagement and Voting Policies, adapted to the specific characteristics and needs of each investor. The main objective is to optimise the management of non-financial risks and facilitate an effective dialogue with invested companies. The main activities offered include:

• Specialised training internal structures and the Board of Directors on issues of shareholder activism.
• Defining an Engagement and Voting Policy tailor-made, identifying the most appropriate internal procedures to monitor non-financial risks, dialogue with the invested companies and exercise voting rights.
• Definition of Voting Guidelines, aligned with best market practices and institutional investor principles, to accurately analyse the assembly proposals.
• Full support in voting and engagement activities, to ensure maximum effectiveness and transparency in operations.
• Creation and management of databases which collect all the analysis, engagement and voting activities carried out by the investor, useful to facilitate periodic and transparent reporting of the transactions carried out.

Frontis Governance, also thanks to a network of national and international partnerships, supports institutional investors in complying with the regulatory requirements of the Shareholders' Rights Directive (SRD II). This process includes:

• Regulatory MonitoringConstant updates on new regulations on engagement, voting and transparency. This service allows investors to be always aligned with legislative and regulatory changes at national and international level, enabling timely adjustment of internal policies.
• Audit of engagement and voting procedures: In-depth evaluation of existing internal engagement and voting processes, with analysis of effectiveness and compliance with regulatory standards. Frontis Governance provides suggestions for the continuous improvement of operational practices, ensuring a high level of transparency and governance.
• Creation of reporting reports periodically in accordance with the timing and transparency requirements of the regulations.
• Managing relations with supervisory authorities: Support in communication and interaction with relevant supervisory authorities, to ensure an adequate and timely response to regulatory and transparency requests, reducing the risk of sanctions or misunderstandings.

With its combination of specialised expertise and international network, Frontis Governance represents a strategic partner for institutional investors, ensuring a customised service that meets both regulatory requirements and operational needs.