White Honored for Corporate Board Impact

Advisor - People | Jul 14, 2025 | Debevoise & Plimpton

White Honored for Corporate Board Impact

Mary Jo White, a litigation partner at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP and former Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has been awarded the Greatest Impact on Corporate Boards award. Presented in collaboration with AlixPartners, this accolade is part of the annual Board Leadership Awards, recognizing significant contributions to corporate governance. White's work, including the implementation of the SEC's Universal Proxy Card rule and her advocacy for board transparency and accountability, was acknowledged by a panel of public company board members. Known for her expertise in handling government investigations and regulatory compliance, White's impact has been felt across Wall Street. The awards ceremony will take place on September 18 at the 21st Annual Boardroom Summit in Washington, D.C.

Sectors

  • Legal Services
  • Corporate Governance
  • Financial Regulation

Geography

  • United States – Mary Jo White served as Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the awards ceremony will be held in Washington, D.C.
  • Washington, D.C. – The geographical location for the award ceremony at the annual Boardroom Summit.

Industry

  • Legal Services – The article involves Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, a law firm providing legal services.
  • Corporate Governance – The article discusses contributions to corporate governance reforms and leadership, highlighting governance impacts.
  • Financial Regulation – Mary Jo White’s recognition is based on her work in promoting regulatory compliance and enforcement in the corporate sector.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Mary Jo WhiteAward RecipientPersonLitigation partner at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP and former Chair of the SEC.
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLPLaw FirmCompanyA leading law firm where Mary Jo White is a partner.
    AlixPartnersPartner/CollaboratorCompanyCollaborates with the publication to present the Board Leadership Awards.
    U.S. Securities and Exchange CommissionRegulatory AuthorityGovernmentFormerly chaired by Mary Jo White, involved in creating rules for corporate governance.