Skift Take

As Southwest promises to make changes to its business model, Elliott is still pushing its case for new leadership.

Elliott Investment Management said Monday that it is requesting a December 10 special meeting for Southwest Airlines shareholders, kicking off the hedge fund’s first proxy fight since 2017. 

Elliott, which has an 11% stake in Southwest, said it wants to elect its eight nominees to the carrier’s board of directors. 

“We are taking this step today because the need for improved oversight a