Epsilon (NASDAQ: EPSN) reported results of its May 20, 2026 annual general meeting. Shareholders set the board size at eight directors and elected all eight management nominees, with support levels ranging from 89.25% to 99.88%.
Shareholders also re-appointed BDO USA, LLP as auditor for 2026, approved 2025 executive compensation through a non-binding advisory vote, and supported the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan.
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Key Figures
Board size:8 directorsSupport for John Lovoi:93.63% forSupport for Jason Stankowski:99.88% for+5 more
8 metrics
Board size8 directorsNumber of directors set at the 2026 AGM
Support for John Lovoi93.63% forDirector election at 2026 AGM
Support for Jason Stankowski99.88% forDirector election at 2026 AGM
Support for Tracy Stephens89.25% forDirector election at 2026 AGM
Support for Bryan Lawrence95.81% forDirector election at 2026 AGM
AGM auditor year-endDecember 31, 2026Re-appointment of BDO USA, LLP as auditors
Equity plan year2020 Equity Incentive PlanShareholders approved amended 2020 plan
Market Reality Check
Price:$6.49Vol:Volume 118,797 is about 0...
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$6.49Last Close
VolumeVolume 118,797 is about 0.66x the 20-day average, suggesting subdued trading ahead of this governance update.low
TechnicalShares trade above the 200-day MA at 5.31 and between the 52-week high (8.5) and low (4.2).
Peers on Argus
EPSN slipped about 0.62% while close peers showed mixed moves, with names like K...
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EPSN slipped about 0.62% while close peers showed mixed moves, with names like KGEI and GTE up and EP down. Momentum data shows only one peer in the scanner and no broad, same-direction move, indicating this AGM outcome looks stock-specific rather than sector-driven.
Announced new one-year share repurchase authorization replacing prior program.
Pattern Detected
Shares have generally reacted positively to earnings, dividends, and buyback news, with one flat reaction to strong full-year results.
Recent Company History
Over the last six months, Epsilon has highlighted several shareholder-focused actions and operating improvements. Q1 2026 results on May 13 showed strong revenue and production growth with a positive price reaction. Earlier, the company declared a quarterly dividend on March 3 and announced a new share repurchase program on February 26, both followed by gains. The latest AGM results continue this governance and capital-allocation narrative, confirming the board slate and executive pay framework.
Regulatory & Risk Context
Active S-3 Shelf · $100,000,000
Shelf Active
Active S-3 Shelf Registration
2026-01-13
$100,000,000registered capacity
An effective Form S-3 shelf filed on 2026-01-13 allows Epsilon to issue up to $100,000,000 of various securities over time, with terms set in future prospectus supplements. The company indicated proceeds would be used for general corporate purposes. No usage has been recorded yet under this shelf.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement details routine 2026 AGM outcomes: the board was fixed at eight directors, all eig...
Analysis
This announcement details routine 2026 AGM outcomes: the board was fixed at eight directors, all eight nominees were elected, the auditor was re-appointed through December 31, 2026, 2025 executive compensation passed a non-binding advisory vote, and the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan was approved. In context of recent earnings strength and capital-return actions, investors may watch how this governance framework supports future use of the $100,000,000 shelf and ongoing strategy execution.
Key Terms
schedule 14a, proxy statement, annual meeting of shareholders, auditors, +2 more
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schedule 14aregulatory
"all the nominees listed in its Proxy Statement, Schedule 14A dated on April 17, 2026"
Schedule 14A is a document that companies file with regulators to share important information with shareholders before a big vote, like approving a merger or election of directors. It matters because it helps investors understand what’s happening so they can make informed decisions about the company’s future.
proxy statementregulatory
"all the nominees listed in its Proxy Statement, Schedule 14A dated on April 17, 2026"
A proxy statement is a document companies send to shareholders ahead of a meeting that lays out the items up for a vote—like who will sit on the board, executive pay, and major corporate decisions—and provides background so shareholders can decide how to cast their votes or appoint someone to vote for them. Think of it as an agenda plus a ballot and briefing notes, important because the outcomes can change control, strategy, and value.
annual meeting of shareholdersregulatory
"until the next annual meeting of shareholders."
A yearly gathering where a company’s owners (shareholders) vote on key items like electing the board, approving executive pay, and ratifying auditors, and receive updates on performance and strategy. Think of it as an annual town hall for owners: it matters to investors because outcomes and disclosures can affect leadership, corporate direction, dividend and governance policies, and therefore the company’s risk and potential return.
auditorsregulatory
"shareholders approved the re-appointment of BDO USA, LLP as auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026"
Auditors are independent professionals who examine a company’s financial records, internal controls and reporting to verify accuracy and uncover errors or fraud. For investors they act like a building inspector for a company’s finances: a clean audit boosts confidence in the numbers used to value the business, while audit issues or qualifications can signal higher risk and affect stock price and access to capital.
non-binding advisory voteregulatory
"voted in favor of the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers during 2025 through a non-binding advisory vote"
A non-binding advisory vote is a shareholder vote that expresses investors’ opinion on a proposal (such as executive pay, corporate policy, or governance practices) but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals whether owners approve or disapprove and can pressure boards and managers to change course, so investors watch the result as an indicator of governance risk and potential future shifts in company strategy or leadership.
equity incentive planfinancial
"voted in favor of the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan."
An equity incentive plan is a program that gives employees, executives or directors the right to receive company stock or options to buy stock as part of their pay. Think of it as offering slices of future company profit to motivate people to boost long‑term performance; for investors it matters because it can align employee goals with shareholder value but also increases the number of shares outstanding, which can dilute existing ownership.
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HOUSTON, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Epsilon Energy Ltd. (“Epsilon” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EPSN) is pleased to announce that all the nominees listed in its Proxy Statement, Schedule 14A dated on April 17, 2026, were elected as directors of Epsilon, until the next annual meeting of shareholders. The detailed results of the vote at the annual shareholders meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 are set out below.
At the meeting, the number of directors was set at eight and each of the following eight nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of Epsilon.
Nominee
% For
% Abstain
John Lovoi
93.63%
6.37%
Jason Stankowski
99.88%
0.12%
David Winn
99.26%
0.74%
Tracy Stephens
89.25%
10.75%
Jason Stabell
99.57%
0.43%
Nicola Maddox
97.35%
2.65%
Jack Vaughn
98.14%
1.86%
Bryan Lawrence
95.81%
4.19%
The Company’s shareholders approved the re-appointment of BDO USA, LLP as auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026, voted in favor of the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers during 2025 through a non-binding advisory vote, and voted in favor of the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan.
About Epsilon
Epsilon Energy Ltd. is a North American onshore natural gas and oil production and gathering company with assets across the Appalachian, Powder River, Permian, and Western Canadian Sedimentary basins.
What were the key results of Epsilon's 2026 AGM for EPSN shareholders?
Epsilon's 2026 AGM confirmed eight directors, re-appointed BDO USA, LLP as auditor, and approved 2025 executive pay and the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan, according to the company. These outcomes maintain existing governance, compensation, and incentive structures for EPSN.
Which directors were elected at Epsilon's May 20, 2026 AGM (NASDAQ: EPSN)?
Shareholders elected eight directors: John Lovoi, Jason Stankowski, David Winn, Tracy Stephens, Jason Stabell, Nicola Maddox, Jack Vaughn, and Bryan Lawrence. According to Epsilon, support ranged from 89.25% to 99.88%, indicating broad backing for the full management slate.
What voting percentages did Epsilon's EPSN board nominees receive at the 2026 AGM?
Epsilon nominees received between 89.25% and 99.88% votes in favor. According to the company, Jason Stankowski led with 99.88% support, while Tracy Stephens had 89.25%, with other directors between 93.63% and 99.57% approval.
Did Epsilon shareholders re-appoint BDO USA, LLP as auditor for 2026?
Yes, Epsilon shareholders approved re-appointment of BDO USA, LLP as auditor for the year ending December 31, 2026. According to the company, this vote continues the existing audit relationship and supports continuity in financial reporting for EPSN.
How did Epsilon EPSN shareholders vote on 2025 executive compensation at the 2026 AGM?
Shareholders voted in favor of compensation paid to named executive officers for 2025 in a non-binding advisory vote. According to Epsilon, this say-on-pay outcome indicates shareholder support for the company's 2025 executive pay practices.
What happened to Epsilon's 2020 Equity Incentive Plan at the 2026 AGM?
Epsilon shareholders voted in favor of the amended 2020 Equity Incentive Plan. According to the company, this approval authorizes the updated equity-based compensation framework, which can be used for future employee and executive incentives under the EPSN ticker.
