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Bridgeline holders back director, pay and auditor

BLIN stockholders elected one director, approved say-on-pay, and ratified the auditor at the 2026 annual meeting with 54% of eligible shares represented.

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Bridgeline Digital, Inc. (BLIN) reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on September 17, 2026. Stockholders representing 54.0% of the 12,599,879 shares eligible to vote were present in person or by proxy.

Stockholders elected Brandon Ross as director for a three-year term with 2,858,286 votes for, 41,881 withheld and 3,910,090 broker non-votes. On an advisory basis, they approved compensation of the named executive officers with 2,597,331 votes for, 295,616 against, 7,220 abstentions and 3,910,090 broker non-votes. They also ratified the appointment of PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with 6,783,554 votes for, 22,644 against and 4,059 abstentions.

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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.
Shares eligible to vote 12,599,879 shares Shares eligible to vote at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
Meeting participation 54.0% of eligible shares Portion of eligible shares represented in person or by proxy at the 2026 meeting
Director election votes for Brandon Ross 2,858,286 for; 41,881 withheld; 3,910,090 broker non-votes Election to a three-year term on the Board of Directors
Say-on-pay advisory vote 2,597,331 for; 295,616 against; 7,220 abstain; 3,910,090 broker non-votes Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation
Auditor ratification vote 6,783,554 for; 22,644 against; 4,059 abstain Ratification of PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP for fiscal year ending September 30, 2026
Broker Non-Votes regulatory
"For | Withheld | Broker Non-Votes Brandon Ross | 2,858,286 | 41,881 | 3,910,090"
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.
named executive officers regulatory
"approved, on an advisory basis, the 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.
independent registered public accounting firm regulatory
"ratified the appointment of PKF O’Connor Davies, 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.

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What was the shareholder turnout at Bridgeline Digital (BLIN)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders representing 54.0% of the 12,599,879 shares eligible to vote were present in person or by proxy at Bridgeline Digital’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on September 17, 2026.

Which director was elected at Bridgeline Digital (BLIN)'s 2026 annual meeting and with how many votes?

Stockholders elected Brandon Ross to the Board of Directors for a three-year term, with 2,858,286 votes for, 41,881 votes withheld, and 3,910,090 broker non-votes reported.

How did Bridgeline Digital (BLIN) stockholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?

On an advisory basis, stockholders approved compensation of the named executive officers with 2,597,331 votes for, 295,616 against, 7,220 abstentions, and 3,910,090 broker non-votes recorded.

Did Bridgeline Digital (BLIN) stockholders ratify the company’s auditor for fiscal 2026?

Yes. Stockholders ratified PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP as Bridgeline Digital’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with 6,783,554 votes for, 22,644 against, and 4,059 abstentions.

How many BLIN shares were eligible to vote at the 2026 annual meeting?

A total of 12,599,879 Bridgeline Digital shares were eligible to vote at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, according to the company’s disclosure.

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false 0001378590 0001378590 2026-09-17 2026-09-17
 
 
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): September 17, 2026
 
 
BRIDGELINE DIGITAL, INC.
 
 
(Exact Name of Registrant as
Specified in Its Charter)
 
 
 
 
 
Delaware
 
 
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation)
 
 
001-33567
 
52-2263942
(Commission File Number)
 
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
 
 
100 Sylvan Road, Suite G700WoburnMA
 
01801
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
(Zip Code)
 
 
(781376-5555
 
 
(Registrant’s Telephone Number,
Including Area Code)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(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
BLIN
Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC
 
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.
 
On September 17, 2026, Bridgeline Digital, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Meeting”). Stockholders present at the Meeting, either in person or by proxy, represented 54.0% of the 12,599,879 shares eligible to vote at the Meeting. Set forth below is a brief summary of the matters voted on and the voting results for each proposal:
 
(1) Proposal 1 – The Company’s stockholders elected the following director to serve on the Board of Directors for a term of three (3) years and until his successor is duly elected and qualified:
 
Name
For
Withheld
Broker Non-Votes
Brandon Ross
2,858,286
41,881
3,910,090
 
(2) Proposal 2 – The Company’s stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the proxy statement:
 
For
Against
Abstain
Broker Non-Votes
2,597,331
295,616
7,220
3,910,090
 
(3) Proposal 3 – The Company’s stockholders ratified the appointment of PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for its fiscal year ending September 30, 2026:
 
For
Against
Abstain
Broker Non-Votes
6,783,554
22,644
4,059
-
 

 
SIGNATURE
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
 
BRIDGELINE DIGITAL, INC.
 
 
(Registrant)
 
Date: September 21, 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
By:
/s/ Thomas R. Windhausen
 
 
 
Thomas R. Windhausen
 
 
 
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
 
 

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