James McRitchie, CorpGov.netApr 27

EY's "How capital allocation can rebalance capitalism in a changing world," offers a timely diagnosis of the system’s current tensions/failures. However, EY overestimates the power of capital allocation. Rebalancing capitalism requires more than shifting incentives. It demands redistributing power.

Only by narrowing the gap between those who own the system and those who govern it can capitalism deliver on its promise of broad-based, sustainable prosperity. https://www.corpgov.net/2026/04/rebalancing-capitalism-requires-rebalancing-power/ #corpgov

James McRitchie, CorpGov.netApr 20

Explore an economic model designed to broaden participation, align incentives, and prevent power from consolidating at the top.

If you care about the future of markets, governance, and fair access to capital, this is worth a look and, perhaps, getting involved. #corpgov #corporategovernance #cooperatives #ESOPs

https://www.corpgov.net/2026/04/expand-capital-ownership/

James McRitchie, CorpGov.netMar 27
From Corporate Disenfranchisement to Shared Capitalism https://www.corpgov.net/2026/03/from-corporate-disenfranchisement-to-shared-capitalism/ Sergio Alberto Gramitto Ricci & Christina Sautter, describe the “rights–power gap.” I discuss possible solutions. #corpgov #corporategovernance #ESG
From Corporate Disenfranchisement to Shared Capitalism

Corporate Disenfranchisement reveals why shareholders often lack true influence despite having formal rights in governance structures.

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James McRitchie, CorpGov.netMar 16

How different levels of employee ownership performance relate to the valuation of U.S. firms according to the latest research. https://www.corpgov.net/2026/03/employee-ownership-performance-in-u-s-public-companies/

#corpgov #ESOT #ESOP #employeeownerhip #workerownership #productivity #incentives #ownership

James McRitchie, CorpGov.netMar 9
Adam Smith’s insights into ownership and incentives illuminate the next evolution of capitalism. Expanding employee ownership reconnects productivity, responsibility, and prosperity. https://www.corpgov.net/2026/03/adam-smith-capitalism-and-employee-ownership/ #corpgov #ESOP #employeeownership #démocracy
James McRitchie, CorpGov.netMar 4
Right to Cure proposals have moved from a reform idea in 2024 to basic governance hygiene in 2026 to avoid what should be frivolous lawsuits. https://www.corpgov.net/2026/03/right-to-cure-after-hammann-fair-process-reduces-litigation/ #corpgov #ESG
James McRitchie, CorpGov.netFeb 23
Four posts in 6 days. Shared Capitalism: Supercharge Economy and Democracy; A Letter to Robert A. G. Monks; Raising the Bar and/or Closing the Door on Shareholder Democracy; Incidental Humans: Fiduciary Duty Drift and Restoration https://www.corpgov.net/ #corpgov
James McRitchie, CorpGov.netFeb 21
Bob Monks, I should have held you closer. I reflect on Robert A.G. Monks's life and discuss his impact on my work. https://www.corpgov.net/2026/02/a-letter-to-robert-a-g-monks/ #corpgov
James McRitchie, CorpGov.netFeb 10
Rule 14a-8; AlanPalmeter's proposal would entrench managers and weaken the only scalable tool most investors have to hold boards accountable https://www.corpgov.net/2026/02/rule-14a-8-a-failed-experiment-in-merit-regulation-still/ #NoActionProcess, #PoliticalSpending, #ProxyRules, #ProxySeason, #proxyvoting, #PublicPensions, #RaceToTheBottom, #Reincorporation, #RetailInvestors, #Rule14a8, #Rule14a9, #SecuritiesLaw, #ShareholderRights, #ShareholderVoice, #StateCompetition, #SystemicRisk, #UniversalOwners, #Accountability, #CorpGov, #ESG, #SEC, #stewardship
James McRitchie, CorpGov.netFeb 9
Shareholder Primacy- What Are the Costs of Weakening Shareholder Primacy? Bennett, et al. (2025). DExit; costly to shareholders & society https://www.corpgov.net/2026/02/shareholder-primacy/ #corpgov #ESG #DExit #corporategovernance