In recent years, however, there has been a trend toward a more carnival-like atmosphere, with companies bringing in big-name entertainers and turning the event into a feel-good pep rally. Last year, Wal-Mart’s annual meeting featured Harry Connick, Jr., Robin Thicke, and Pharrell Williams.
但近年来已经出现了嘉年华式的聚会。公司邀请大牌艺人，把股东大会转变为自我感觉良好的赛前动员活动。去年，沃尔玛的年度会议主打小亨利·康尼克、罗宾·锡克和法瑞尔·威廉姆斯。2013年，埃尔顿·约翰曾登台表演。