Broadwind (NASDAQ: BWEN) investors back board, pay and auditor
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Broadwind, Inc. reported the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 28, 2026. Stockholders elected five directors to one-year terms, with each nominee receiving over 7.9 million votes in favor and relatively few votes against.
Investors also approved, on a non-binding basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 8,025,229 votes for and 277,659 against. In addition, stockholders strongly ratified the appointment of RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 15,562,961 votes for and limited opposition.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
1 item
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
Highest director votes for: 8,187,967 votes
Lowest director votes for: 7,956,910 votes
Say-on-Pay support: 8,025,229 votes for
+2 more
5 metrics
Highest director votes for
8,187,967 votes
Votes for director nominee Jeanette A. Press
Lowest director votes for
7,956,910 votes
Votes for director nominee Eric B. Blashford
Say-on-Pay support
8,025,229 votes for
Non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation
Broker non-votes on Say-on-Pay
7,445,872 shares
Broker non-votes for executive compensation proposal
Auditor ratification support
15,562,961 votes for
Ratification of RSM US LLP for 2026
Key Terms
Annual Meeting of Stockholders, non-binding advisory vote, Say-on-Pay, broker non-votes, +1 more
5 terms
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"On May 28, 2026, Broadwind, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders."
non-binding advisory vote financial
"a non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers"
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.
Say-on-Pay financial
"With respect to the non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers (“Say-on-Pay” vote)"
A say-on-pay is a shareholder vote that gives investors a chance to approve or disapprove a company’s executive compensation packages, typically held at annual meetings. It matters because the vote signals investor satisfaction with how leaders are paid—like customers rating how well managers are rewarded—and can push boards to change pay plans, reducing governance risk and affecting investor confidence and stock value even though the vote is usually advisory rather than legally binding.
broker non-votes financial
"FOR | AGAINST | ABSTAIN | BROKER NON-VOTES"
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
"ratification of the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026"
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.
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): May 28, 2026
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Item 5.07. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
On May 28, 2026, Broadwind, Inc. (the “Company”) held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Matters voted on by the stockholders included: (i) election of five directors to hold office for a term of one year or until their successors are duly elected and qualified; (ii) a non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers; and (iii) ratification of the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. The results of the stockholders’ votes are reported below:
1. With respect to the election of directors:
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NAME OF CANDIDATE
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AGAINST
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Eric B. Blashford
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7,956,910
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329,874
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Philip J. Christman
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8,115,933
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170,350
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Jeanette A. Press
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8,187,967
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99,208
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Sachin M. Shivaram
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8,153,777
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170,095
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Cary B. Wood
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7,996,495
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327,978
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2. With respect to the non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers (“Say-on-Pay” vote):
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AGAINST
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ABSTAIN
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BROKER NON-VOTES
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8,025,229
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277,659
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37,059
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7,445,872
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3. With respect to the ratification of the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026:
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ABSTAIN
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15,562,961
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87,638
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135,220
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SIGNATURE
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.
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BROADWIND, INC.
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May 29, 2026
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By:
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/s/ Eric B. Blashford
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Eric B. Blashford
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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(Principal Executive Officer)
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FAQ
What was approved at Broadwind (BWEN) 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders elected five directors, approved executive compensation on an advisory basis, and ratified RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. All proposals received strong majority support based on the reported vote totals.
Was RSM US LLP ratified as Broadwind (BWEN) auditor for 2026?
Yes. Stockholders ratified RSM US LLP as Broadwind’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 15,562,961 votes for, 87,638 against, and 135,220 abstentions. The large margin suggests strong shareholder support for retaining the current auditor.