TESTIMONIALS
Proxy Solicitation & Advisory Services Regarding the Plan of Arrangement with Auryn Resources Inc.
“I was extremely impressed with Laurel Hill’s work. The team organized and executed a thoughtful and targeted communication campaign while managing the process to secure favorable proxy advisory firm recommendations. We received tremendous value from Laurel Hill – and the voting results far exceeded our expectations.”
– Joe Fazzini, Chief Financial Officer, Eastmain Resources Inc.
Proxy Solicitation & Advisory Services Regarding the Plan of Arrangement with Flutter Entertainment Plc:
"We were very impressed with Laurel Hill's work. They did a fantastic job, particularly during this difficult coronavirus period and the change to a virtual meeting. The team was extremely helpful, provided very thorough and timely insights and intelligence, and made the whole process simple, clear and effective for us. And the bottom line, an outstanding level of shareholder approval. I can't speak any more highly of our experience with Laurel Hill."
– David Gruberg, Vice President, Legal Affairs, The Stars
Group Inc.
Proxy Solicitation & Advisory Services Regarding the Plan of Arrangement with Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.
“The team at Laurel Hill did a great job for us. They helped us to manage risks (including the proxy advisory firms), prepare for the meeting, and navigate the shareholder vote. In the end, the results speak for themselves – record high voter turnout and overwhelming shareholder support. Laurel Hill demonstrated first-class professionalism, collaboration, and responsiveness, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to any of my peers.”
– Mick McMullen, President, CEO and Director
Special Transactional Meeting
"We were truly impressed with the Laurel Hill team. In addition to achieving a historical number of votes for our transaction, they delivered beyond our expectations on their strategy and insights. Well done."
– Nikolaos Cacos, M.I.M. Director and Vice President, Corporate Development, Golden Arrow Resources Corporation
Proxy Contest Services in defense of the Board of Directors.
"Taseko has worked with the team at Laurel Hill for many years. When it came to the Requisitioned Meeting, Laurel Hill was an integral component of our team. Their insight and experience was key to forming our strategy which resulted in overwhelming support from our shareholders. In the end, the Dissidents withdrew their request prior to the proxy cut-off due to the lack of shareholder support. A landslide victory for Taseko and our shareholders."
– Ronald W. Thiessen, Chairman of the Board & Director, Taseko Mines Ltd.
“The team at Laurel Hill were valued members of our key advisors. Proxy battles are consuming affairs, particularly when there is a business to run. LH’s knowledge, and insight into what is important to shareholders played a critical role insuring the Company and the Boards message resonated with our shareholders so they could make informed and unbiased decisions for the future of their company.”
– Russell Halbauer, President Director & CEO,
Taseko Mines Ltd.
Proxy Contest Services in defense of the Board of Directors.
"Laurel Hill's experience and expertise were crucial in effectively communicating our message to our shareholders, and driving the record level of voting results.”
– Neil Magrath, Director & CEO, Total Telecom Inc.
Proxy Contest Services in defense of the Board of Directors.
"In conjunction with our other advisors, LaurelHill's experience and expertise were critical in driving the significant level of voting participation and final results.”
– Darren Blasutti, President & CEO, RX Exploration Inc.
Information Agent services regarding the unsolicited offer for Augen Gold Corp
"LaurelHill’s insight and execution, working in partnership with our other advisors, strongly contributed to our achieving a positive outcome.”
– Greg Gibson, President & CEO, Trelawney Mining and Exploration Inc.
Proxy Solicitation Services Regarding the Plan of Arrangement with GEO-JADE Corp.
“When considering proxy solicitors, Bankers went to a bid process and chose Laurel Hill based on their successful track record and other referrals. Our experience on the transaction with Geo-Jade simply reinforced the choice –their attention to detail, insights, professionalism and commitment to results made sure we were well advised and obtained record voting from our shareholders.“
– Doug Urch, Executive Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Bankers petroleum LTD.
Proxy Solicitations services regarding the acquisition of Capital Gold Corp.
"Along with our other advisors, LaurelHill’s cross border expertise and execution helped us successfully complete this transaction.”
– Rene Marion, President and CEO, Gammon (AuRico)
Gold Inc.
Proxy Solicitation for Annual Meeting.
“Thank you for your efforts in engaging our shareholder base to see that type of dramatic increase in voter turnout. Your insights and regular dialogue were very helpful to us. Terrific work and a pleasure dealing with such a professional firm as yours.”
– Leigh Curyer, President & CEO, NexGen Energy Ltd.
Proxy Solicitations services regarding the acquisition of SnipGold Corp.
"To be honest, I was skeptical on what a proxy solicitation firm could do for us. However, after working with Laurel Hill on a recent takeover bid I am now sold. Laurel Hill delivered on their promise to bring the merits of our offer to our target company's shareholders and in the end we had over 98% endorsement for our bid."
– Rudi Fronk, President and CEO, Seabridge Gold Inc.
Proxy Solicitation Services regarding the plan of arrangement with Kootenay Silver Inc.
“Northair had a critical merger transaction and wanted to leave nothing to chance. Throughout the transaction, the team at Laurel Hill provided the critical insight and support resulting in NorthAir attaining record voting at the Special meeting. Their professionalism and efforts ensured the necessary result was well in hand. We would strongly recommend using Laurel Hill for any company’s proxy solicitation requirements.”
– Andrea Zaradic, Director and CEO, Northair Silver Corp.
Information Agent services regarding the offer for Emergis Inc.
"We were impressed with the work Laurel Hill did on TELUS' acquisition of Emergis. The Laurel Hill team was easy to work with, responsive and stayed on top of things."
– Pierre Magnan, Partner, Osler, Hoskin and Harcourt LLP
“Your firm's work on this transaction was top notch. I found the reports you provided clear and useful and the update calls were effective. Congratulations to your team for achieving the 90% goal, as you predicted.”
– John Wheeler, Vice President, TELUS Investor Relations
"Thank you very much indeed for your excellent work and the exceptional outcome….your team was first rate! We look forward to working with you again in the future.”
– Jeffrey D. Puritt, Vice-President, TELUS Mergers and Acquisitions
Proxy Solicitation for Annual Meeting.
“The Laurel Hill team continues to serve Aeterna Zentaris with the highest level of professionalism, service and results, ensuring successful outcomes of our proxy solicitations and shareholder meetings. It is a pleasure to have the Laurel Hill expertise involved in the planning and execution activities related to such shareholder interactions.”
– David A. Dodd, President & CEO, Æterna Zentaris
AGM Debrief Advisory, Governance Advisory, and AGM Proxy Solicitation & Advisory for Dye & Durham Limited:
“As a company that recently went public, our board looked to Laurel Hill to advise us on various governance matters. The team at Laurel Hill has been of tremendous assistance in identifying opportunities to better align our governance policies and practices with the market and in planning and executing a very successful round of board-shareholder engagement. Their advice, insights, and execution over the last year and through our recent AGM have been invaluable to our progress and vote results. Thank you Laurel Hill!”
– Brian Derksen, Chair of the Board, Dye & Durham Limited.