Team
About Donna M. Ackerly
Founder, Lioness Consulting LLC
Donna Ackerly founded Lioness Consulting LLC in 2023. She is a seasoned corporate governance professional with a proven track record of successful leadership spanning decades. Specializing in proxy solicitations for public and private corporations, including annual and special meetings, proxy contests, mergers and acquisitions, SPACs, and corporate actions, Donna has been a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients, from newly public enterprises to established corporations across various market capitalizations.
Beginning her career with Georgeson Inc. in 1980, Donna honed her expertise through a hands-on approach, evolving into a vital contributor to each client's executive and advisory team. In 2016, she brought her wealth of knowledge to Laurel Hill Advisory Group, a boutique proxy solicitation firm, where she notably established an advisory and solicitation practice for SPACs and introduced additional service offerings for companies at different stages of growth.
As a key advisor, Donna actively manages client relationships, engaging directly with senior management and collaborating with external legal, financial, and communications advisors. Her comprehensive skill set spans Solicitation Execution, Corporate Governance Advisory, Comprehensive Knowledge of Federal and State Statutes, and more.
Donna has actively participated in hundreds of board meetings throughout her career where her insights have proven invaluable. At Lioness Consulting LLC, Donna continues to be a driving force in elevating corporate governance and proxy solicitation practices for businesses navigating the complexities of today's dynamic business landscape.
Contact Donna Ackerly:
Email: dackerly@lionessconsultingllc.com
Phone: (609) 651-2267
About Patrick A. Tracey
Chief Administrative Officer, Lioness Consulting LLC
With over four decades of experience in the financial and corporate sectors, Patrick A. Tracey has built a distinguished career advising Fortune 500, mid-cap, small-cap, and micro-cap public companies, as well as private firms, on corporate governance, investor relations, and equity management. His expertise spans strategic planning, shareholder engagement, and corporate actions, enabling organizations to achieve their objectives with precision and success.
Pat has been instrumental in guiding hundreds of mutual insurance companies, savings institutions, and credit unions through the complex process of demutualization, supporting their transition to public entities. Additionally, he has assisted private companies with equity crowdfunding, cap table management, and equity plan administration, ensuring robust financial strategies.
A significant portion of Pat’s career was with Georgeson/Computershare and its predecessor entities, where he played a pivotal role in driving successful shareholder meetings, corporate actions, stock surveillance, proxy solicitations, and retail shareholder campaigns. His work also included fostering key relationships that strengthened organizational outcomes. More recently, at ISS Corporate Solutions, Pat advised companies on enhancing equity plan outcomes, optimizing "Say on Pay" vote results, and improving their Corporate Governance QualityScore through strategic planning and execution.
Beyond his professional achievements, Pat has demonstrated leadership in the investor relations community. In 2015, he served as President of the National Investor Relations Institute’s (NIRI) New York chapter, the organization’s largest. He contributed to multiple NIRI National Conference Committee boards and served on the advisory board for Fordham University’s Investor Relations Curriculum program during his tenure as NIRI NY President. Pat also mentored students at DePaul University, where his son studied, offering career guidance and support for professional advancement in the New York area.
A graduate of New York University, Pat combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to fostering professional growth and governance excellence.
Contact Patrick Tracey:
Email: ptracey@lionessconsultingllc.com
Phone: (631) 521-5120