In 1985, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) was founded with a vision to bring transparency and accountability to corporate governance. The founders recognized that institutional investors needed independent, objective research and guidance to navigate the complex landscape of shareholder voting and corporate responsibility. From this insight, ISS has grown into the world's leading provider of corporate governance and responsible investment solutions, empowering investors and companies to build for long-term and sustainable growth.
Today, ISS STOXX serves institutional investors globally with comprehensive governance research, proxy voting services, ESG data and analytics, market intelligence, and fund services. The company's data-driven platforms and expert research teams help clients make informed decisions that align with their investment philosophies and regulatory requirements. With offices across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific, ISS combines deep domain expertise with technological innovation to address the evolving needs of the financial services industry.