Danny Goldstein

Danny Goldstein is a Special Counsel at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, specializing in shareholder activism, ESG, securities regulation, proxy contests, M&A, and other shareholder advocacy matters.1 He is a trusted adviser to investors in both private and public spaces, guiding them through complex situations.1

Experience and Expertise

Goldstein has extensive experience working with a wide range of clients, from first-time activists to seasoned investors such as JANA Partners, Trian Partners, and Starboard Value.1 He leverages his deep understanding of state law, federal regulations, and evolving market trends to help clients navigate critical corporate governance and activist situations.1

Notable Campaigns

Danny has been involved in some of the largest shareholder activist campaigns in recent history, including:

1. Trian Partners' campaign for board representation at The Walt Disney Company
2. The Strategic Organizing Center's campaign to improve human resource management at Starbucks Corporation
3. Engine No. 1's historic campaign to obtain board representation at ExxonMobil Corporation1

He has also represented clients in numerous other high-profile engagements, such as JANA Partners in campaigns at Mercury Systems, TreeHouse Foods, and Freshpet, as well as Trian Partners' successful campaign for board representation at Procter & Gamble Company.1

Education

Goldstein received his JD from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, where he served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Berkeley Journal of Entertainment & Sports Law and the Berkeley Technology Law Journal.1 He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating summa cum laude with a BA.1

Professional Contributions

Danny has contributed to various publications, including authoring articles on shareholder activism updates and SEC rule amendments for the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Schulte Alerts.1