Your right. I have seen CEO's interact with shareholders on a one to one basis but its usually signiciant shareholders who can sway corporate direction. I have also seen CEO's who are the companies greatest salesman that lure in investment.
Did Rooney qualify you as a shareholder before he talked to you? Or is he just calling emailing everyone who claims to be one?
I work in an executive level industry. The question i really have to ask myself is...
Do I Trust This Management Team to Act in Good Faith and Facilitate Shareholders' Best Interest?