Institutional Shareholder Services Executive and Leadership Team

Gary Retelny, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Institutional Shareholder Services, directs the overarching strategy and operational execution for the global organization. Overseeing all business units, Retelny ensures alignment with the company's mission to foster long-term and sustainable growth for investors and corporations worldwide. This leadership role involves driving innovation in corporate governance and responsible investment solutions, leveraging ISS's extensive data and analytics capabilities. By championing the company's impartial offerings, Gary Retelny solidifies ISS's position as a trusted advisor for institutional investors and public companies navigating ESG and governance risk mitigation. The President & Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on enhancing shareholder value through informed decision-making and strategic market positioning across all 25 global locations.

Christian Hansmeyer, the Chief Financial Officer at Institutional Shareholder Services, manages the global financial operations and strategic fiscal planning. Overseeing all financial departments, Hansmeyer ensures the fiscal health and sustainable growth of the organization across its worldwide operations. This leadership position involves rigorous financial analysis, capital allocation, and risk management to support ISS's mission of empowering investors and companies. By maintaining stringent financial controls, Christian Hansmeyer enables the delivery of high-quality data, analytics, and insight, reinforcing the company's reputation for impartiality. The Chief Financial Officer's strategic guidance is essential for navigating market dynamics and maximizing shareholder value through efficient resource management and investment in innovative solutions.

Zulfkar Ali, the Chief Operations Officer, Project Isa Policy & Implementation Specialist & Chief Operating Officer at Institutional Shareholder Services, directs the operational framework and implementation of key strategic projects globally. Overseeing day-to-day operations and critical policy initiatives, Ali ensures the efficient delivery of ISS's comprehensive suite of services, including data, analytics, and responsible investment solutions. This multifaceted role involves optimizing processes across 25 global locations to support the company's commitment to long-term, sustainable growth. By driving project execution and operational excellence, Zulfkar Ali directly contributes to the company's ability to provide objective and impartial offerings to its approximately 3,400 clients. The Chief Operations Officer's leadership is vital for enhancing operational efficiency and reinforcing ISS's market position in corporate governance and risk mitigation.

Beth Charters, the Chief Information Officer at Institutional Shareholder Services, architects and executes the global technology strategy, ensuring robust and scalable IT infrastructure. Overseeing all aspects of information systems, Charters drives the digital transformation initiatives that underpin ISS's data, analytics, and insight delivery. This critical role involves safeguarding sensitive client data and enhancing the security posture across the organization's 25 global locations. By optimizing technological resources, Beth Charters directly supports the company's mission to provide high-quality, impartial offerings to institutional investors and corporations. The Chief Information Officer's leadership ensures that ISS remains at the forefront of technological innovation in corporate governance and responsible investment solutions, enabling informed decision-making for approximately 3,400 clients worldwide.