BK Technologies (BKTI) investors approve directors, auditor and executive pay

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BK Technologies Corporation reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 18, 2026. Stockholders elected seven directors, including Joshua S. Horowitz and John M. Suzuki, each receiving over 2.36 million votes in favor.

Stockholders also ratified the appointment of Cherry Bekaert LLP as independent registered public accounting firm with 3,008,901 votes for, 127,408 against, and 12,726 abstentions. In addition, they approved, on an advisory, non-binding basis, executive compensation with 1,696,842 votes for, 853,725 against, 12,903 abstentions, and 585,565 broker non-votes.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance

Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.

Key Figures

Votes for Stoddard: 2,546,807 votes Votes for Suzuki: 2,542,950 votes Auditor ratification for votes: 3,008,901 votes +4 more

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Votes for Stoddard 2,546,807 votes Election of director Bradley A. Stoddard

Votes for Suzuki 2,542,950 votes Election of director John M. Suzuki

Auditor ratification for votes 3,008,901 votes Ratification of Cherry Bekaert LLP

Auditor ratification against votes 127,408 votes Ratification of Cherry Bekaert LLP

Say-on-pay for votes 1,696,842 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Say-on-pay against votes 853,725 votes Advisory approval of executive compensation

Broker non-votes 585,565 votes Director and say-on-pay proposals

Key Terms

broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, advisory, non-binding basis, named executive officers

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broker non-votes financial

"Broker Non-Votes | Joshua S. Horowitz ... 585,565"

Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"ratified the appointment of Cherry Bekaert LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

advisory, non-binding basis financial

"approved, on an advisory, non-binding basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers"

named executive officers financial

"compensation of the Company’s named executive officers"

Named executive officers are the senior company leaders whose names, roles and compensation are singled out in required regulatory filings; this typically includes the chief executive, chief financial officer and the next highest‑paid senior officers. Investors treat this list like a team roster — it shows who makes key decisions, how they are paid and whether incentives align with shareholder interests, so changes or pay patterns can signal governance quality, risk or strategic shifts.

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06/18/2026 - 04:15 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 18, 2026

BK Technologies Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada	001-32644	83-4064262
(State or other jurisdiction of	(Commission	(IRS Employer
incorporation or organization)	File No.)	Identification Number)

7100 Technology Drive, West Melbourne, FL		32904
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

(321) 984-1414

(Registrant’s telephone number including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐	Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐	Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, par value $0.60 per share		BKTI		NYSE American

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

BK Technologies Corporation (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders of the Company (the “Annual Meeting”) on June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. At the Annual Meeting, the Company’s stockholders: (i) elected Joshua S. Horowitz, R. Joseph Jackson, Charles T. Lanktree, E. Gray Payne, Lloyd R. Sams, Bradley A. Stoddard, and John M. Suzuki to serve as directors of the Company until the next annual meeting of stockholders and until their respective successors are duly elected and qualified; (ii) ratified the appointment of Cherry Bekaert LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026; and (iii) approved, on an advisory, non-binding basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers.

The voting results for each proposal were as follows:

Proposal 1 – Election of Directors

Nominee	For		Withheld		Broker Non-Votes
Joshua S. Horowitz		2,423,552		139,918		585,565
R. Joseph Jackson		2,527,800		35,670		585,565
Charles T. Lanktree		2,364,746		198,724		585,565
E. Gray Payne		2,362,869		200,601		585,565
Lloyd R. Sams		2,427,991		135,479		585,565
Bradley A. Stoddard		2,546,807		16,663		585,565
John M. Suzuki		2,542,950		20,520		585,565

Proposal 2 – Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

For		Against		Abstain
3,008,901		127,408		12,726

Proposal 3 – Advisory Approval of Named Executive Officer Compensation

For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
1,696,842		853,725		12,903		585,565

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	BK TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Date: June 18, 2026	By:	/s/ Scott A. Malmanger
		Scott A. Malmanger
		Chief Financial Officer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did BKTI stockholders approve at the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Stockholders approved all three proposals: election of seven directors, ratification of Cherry Bekaert LLP as auditor, and advisory approval of executive pay. Each proposal received more votes in favor than against, indicating broad support for current governance and compensation practices.

How did BKTI stockholders vote on director elections in 2026?

All seven director nominees were elected, each receiving over 2.36 million votes for. For example, Bradley A. Stoddard received 2,546,807 votes for and 16,663 withheld, showing strong backing for the company’s existing board composition and leadership continuity.

Was BK Technologies’ auditor ratified by stockholders in 2026?

Yes, stockholders ratified Cherry Bekaert LLP as independent registered public accounting firm. The vote was 3,008,901 for, 127,408 against, and 12,726 abstaining, reflecting clear shareholder support for continuing the existing external audit relationship for the 2026 fiscal year.

How did BKTI investors vote on executive compensation in 2026?

Investors gave advisory, non-binding approval to named executive officer compensation. The proposal received 1,696,842 votes for, 853,725 against, 12,903 abstentions, and 585,565 broker non-votes, indicating a majority in favor but with a notable minority expressing opposition to the pay program.

How many broker non-votes were recorded at BKTI’s 2026 meeting?

Broker non-votes totaled 585,565 on applicable proposals, including director elections and the say-on-pay vote. Broker non-votes occur when intermediaries lack discretionary authority to vote uninstructed shares on certain items, which can affect the total counted for non-routine matters.

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