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Turning proxies into power

NorthStar transforms shareholder power into lasting social change

For over three decades, NorthStar Asset Management has transformed investment into a tool for justice. From challenging predatory lending practices in the early 2000s to pioneering shareholder proposals on prison labor, water rights, and inclusive hiring, our activism has driven companies to adopt more equitable, transparent, and human-centered practices. Guided by an intersectional lens and our six pillars — racial equity, gender equity, environmental justice, economic equality, human rights, and corporate governance — we’ve led over 430 engagements and sparked industry-wide change. We don’t wait for justice to catch up to the markets — we use our seat at the table to move both forward.

Voting our Values.

Every Time.

NorthStar is a pioneer in developing robust proxy voting guidelines — among the most progressive and principled in the industry.

We vote every proxy for each company in our portfolio.

Proxy Voting is both a fiduciary duty and critical to corporate democracy. Our guidelines are regularly reviewed, rigorously updated, and continuously aligned with our values and stakeholder expectations.

For us, proxy voting isn’t routine — it’s a powerful tool for corporate accountability and lasting impact.

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