
International Paper
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Summary:
International Paper often yields to political activism in shaping corporate governance, potentially alienating consumers, dividing employees, and harming shareholders. The company elevates merit, excellence, and integrity ahead of race and identity-based policies. International Paper occasionally embraces corporate initiatives that redirect its central focus from business goals to partisan policies and divisive issues at times. This approach fails to safeguard free exercise, free speech, and free enterprise.
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CEO of International Paper

Mark S. Sutton
Summary:
Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, International Paper is a member of the Fortune 250 operating in the Materials industry. Mark S. Sutton and Mark S. Sutton serve as CEO/President and Chairman, respectively, leading the company’s C-suite executive team and the board of directors. Amongst these teams, the collective leadership is responsible for $397,450 to Republican causes and $184,409 to Democratic causes. Under their tenure, International Paper currently holds a 'Medium Risk' risk rating.
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$397,450
$184,409
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Shareholder Proposals
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Date | ESG Category | Proponent | Summary of Resolution | Mgmt Rec | Total Vote % in Favor |
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5/13/24 | Governance | John Chevedden | Shareholder Proposal Concerning Shareowner Opportunity to Vote on Excessive Golden Parachutes | Against | 34.38% |
5/13/24 | Social | The Comptroller of the State of New York, Thomas P DiNapoli | Shareowner Proposal Concerning a Report on the Company’s LGBTQ+ Equity and Inclusion Efforts | Against | 21.24% |
5/8/23 | Social | Steve Milloy | Shareowner Proposal Concerning a Report on Operations in China | Against | 2.14% |
5/8/23 | Governance | Kenneth Steiner | Independent Board Chair | Against | 32.10% |
5/8/23 | Social | Steven Milloy | Report on Operations in China | Against | 1.90% |
5/9/22 | Governance | N/A - Undisclosed | Require Independent Board Chair | Against | 32.63% |
5/9/22 | Environmental | N/A - Undisclosed | Report on Costs and Benefits of Evironmental Related Expeditures | Against | 1.46% |