Interparfums adds 2 directors, extends option plan

Interparfums, Inc. shareholders elected two new independent directors and extended the 2016 Stock Option Plan term to June 27, 2036 at the 2026 annual meeting.

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR) reported results of its September 15, 2026 annual meeting of stockholders, where all proposals were approved. Shareholders elected a nine-member Board of Directors, including two new independent directors, Valérie Hermann and Bénédicte Epinay, to serve one-year terms until the next annual meeting.

Stockholders also approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, and approved a ten-year extension of the term of the company’s 2016 Stock Option Plan to June 27, 2036. No broker non-votes were recorded on the reported proposals.

Filing Explained

The completed annual meeting changed the board’s membership: shareholders elected nine directors, with Bénédicte Epinay and Valérie Hermann joining while Philippe Santi, Veronique Gabai-Pinsky, Gilbert Harrison and Gerard Kappauf did not stand for re-election, leaving a nine-member board with four named non-returning directors and two additions.

8-K Event Classification

3 items: 5.07, 8.01, 9.01

3 items

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.

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Votes for Jean Madar as director: 23,648,051 votes Board size after meeting: 9 directors Advisory vote for executive compensation: 23,612,728 votes for; 181,506 against; 33,237 abstain +2 more

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Votes for Jean Madar as director 23,648,051 votes Election of directors at the September 15, 2026 annual meeting

Board size after meeting 9 directors Board of Directors elected to serve until the next annual meeting

Advisory vote for executive compensation 23,612,728 votes for; 181,506 against; 33,237 abstain Advisory resolution on named executive officer compensation

Stock Option Plan extension approval votes 23,698,766 votes for; 94,465 against; 34,240 abstain Approval of ten-year extension of 2016 Stock Option Plan

Stock Option Plan new expiration date June 27, 2036 End of extended term of the 2016 Stock Option Plan

Key Terms

Broker Non-Votes, advisory resolution, Stock Option Plan, named executive officers, +1 more

5 terms

Broker Non-Votes financial

"Votes For, Against, Abstain, Broker Non-Votes 23,612,728..."

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.

advisory resolution financial

"To vote on the advisory resolution to approve the compensation"

An advisory resolution is a non-binding vote by shareholders that expresses their opinion on a specific corporate matter, such as executive pay or a governance policy. It matters to investors because, like a public survey, it signals shareholder sentiment to the board and management; even though it does not force action, a strong vote for or against can prompt changes, affect company reputation, and influence future decisions that impact shareholder value.

Stock Option Plan financial

"extension to the term of the 2016 Stock Option Plan until June 27, 2036"

A stock option plan is a company program that gives employees the right to buy company shares at a preset price after a certain time, like a coupon allowing purchase later at a fixed rate. It matters to investors because these options can increase the number of shares outstanding — reducing each existing share’s ownership slice and potentially changing per-share results — while also aligning employee incentives with boosting the company’s value.

named executive officers financial

"approve the compensation of our 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 directors financial

"the election of two (2) new independent directors, Bénédicte Epinay"

Members of a company’s board who do not have significant business, family, or financial ties to the company and are not part of its management; they are chosen to provide impartial oversight of strategy, financial reporting, executive pay and risk. They matter to investors because independent directors act like an objective referee, helping ensure decisions favor shareholders’ long-term interests rather than insiders, which can strengthen trust and reduce the chance of mismanagement or conflicts of interest.

FAQ

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What matters did Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR) shareholders approve at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders elected nine directors, including two new independent directors, approved an advisory resolution on named executive officer compensation, and approved a ten-year extension of the 2016 Stock Option Plan to June 27, 2036.

Who were the new directors elected to Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR)’s Board in 2026?

Shareholders elected two new independent directors: Valérie Hermann, Director of Luxury Investments at Groupe Epi, and Bénédicte Epinay, Chief Executive Officer of Comité Colbert, to join seven incumbent directors on the nine-member Board.

How did Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR) shareholders vote on executive compensation?

Shareholders approved the advisory vote on compensation of named executive officers, with 23,612,728 votes for, 181,506 against, 33,237 abstentions, and 0 broker non-votes, as disclosed in the meeting results.

What change was made to Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR)’s 2016 Stock Option Plan?

Shareholders approved a ten-year extension of the term of the 2016 Stock Option Plan, moving its expiration date to June 27, 2036, with 23,698,766 votes for, 94,465 against, 34,240 abstentions, and 0 broker non-votes.

How many directors serve on Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR)’s Board after the 2026 meeting?

Following the 2026 annual meeting, the Board is composed of nine directors. Seven incumbent directors were re-elected and two new independent directors, Valérie Hermann and Bénédicte Epinay, were added to the Board.

When and where was Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR)’s 2026 annual meeting held?

The 2026 annual meeting of stockholders was held on September 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time at the company’s offices at 551 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10176.

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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 15, 2026 

 
Interparfums, Inc.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		0-16469		13-3275609
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		Commission File Number		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

551 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10176
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

212.983.2640
(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 is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligations of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2 below):

☐ 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, $.001 par value per share		IPAR		The Nasdaq Stock Market

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.

The annual meeting of stockholders of Interparfums, Inc. was held on September 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., local time at the offices of the company, 551 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10176. We held our election of directors, and our stockholders also voted on four other proposals.

(1)      Election of Directors. The following individuals were nominated for election as members of the Board of Directors to hold office for a term of one (1) year until the next annual meeting of stockholders and until their successors are elected and qualify: Jean Madar, Philippe Benacin, Francois Heilbronn, Robert Bensoussan, Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, Herve Bouillonnec, Valerie Hermann and Benedicte Epinay. The results of the voting were as set forth below. A plurality of the votes having been cast in favor of each of the above-named Directors, they were duly elected to serve a one (1) year term.

			Votes For				Votes Withheld				Broker Non-votes
Jean Madar			23,648,051				179,420				0
Philippe Benacin			23,434,129				393,342				0
Michel Atwood			21,998,500				1,828,971				0
Francois Heilbronn			20,881,373				2,946,098				0
Robert Bensoussan			23,664,634				162,837				0
Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne			23,432,721				394,750				0
Herve Bouillonnec			23,346,805				480,666				0
Valerie Hermann			23,640,257				187,214				0
Benedicte Epinay			23,797,965				29,506				0

(2)      To vote on the advisory resolution to approve the compensation of our named executive officers: A majority of the votes were cast in favor of the proposal and the proposal was passed. The results of the voting were as set forth below.

For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
23,612,728		181,506		33,237		0

(3)      Vote to approve a ten (10) year extension to the term of the 2026 Interparfums, Inc. Stock Option Plan until June 27, 2036. A majority of the votes were cast in favor of the proposal and the proposal was passed. The results of the voting were as set forth below.

For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
23,698,766		94,465		34,240		0

Item 8.01 Other Events.

The press release dated September 15, 2026, a copy of which is annexed hereto as Exhibit 99.1, announcing the election of Valerie Hermann and Benedicte Epinay as members of the board of directors of the company, is hereby incorporated by reference herein.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

99.1 Our press release dated September 15, 2026 

SIGNATURES

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

Dated: September 16 , 2026

	Interparfums, Inc.
	By:	/s/ Michel Atwood
		Michel Atwood,
		Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Interparfums, Inc. Elects Two New Board Members and Announces Annual Meeting Results

New York, New York, September 15, 2026, Interparfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) (“Interparfums” or the “Company”) today announced the results of the matters voted upon at its Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, including the election of two new members to its Board of Directors.

Shareholders approved of all proposals presented at the meeting, as follows:

1. Election of Directors – Shareholders elected a Board of Directors consisting of nine (9) members to serve until the Company’s next annual meeting of shareholders and until their successors are duly elected and qualified.

 Incumbent Directors: Seven (7) current directors – Jean Madar, Chief Executive Officer of Interparfums Inc., Philippe Benacin, Chief Executive Officer of Interparfums SA, Michel Atwood, Chief Financial Officer of Interparfums, Inc., Hervé Bouillonnec, Chief Commercial Officer of Interparfums USA, François Heilbronn, Robert Bensoussan, and Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne were nominated and re-elected by shareholders.

 New Directors: The Board proposed, and shareholders approved, the election of two (2) new independent directors, Bénédicte Epinay and Valérie Hermann. Four current members of our Board, Philippe Santi, Veronique Gabai-Pinsky, Gilbert Harrison and Gerard Kappauf did not stand for re-election, resulting in a Board composed of nine (9) directors following the annual meeting.

Valérie Hermann, Independent Director, has been the Director of Luxury Investments at Groupe Epi in Paris, France since March of 2020.

Ms. Hermann previously spent six years at Ralph Lauren Corporation, including as President of Global Brands, and was Chief Executive Officer at Reed Krakoff/Coach Group, Chief Executive Officer of Saint Laurent in Paris, and Director of Women's Ready to Wear, Dior at LVMH. She received a degree in marketing and marketing management from HEC Paris in 1989.

We believe Ms. Hermann’s experience in managing and marketing of luxury products will provide our board of directors with valuable insights into the creation, marketing and management of our luxury fragrances and fragrance related products.

Bénédicte Epinay, Independent Director, has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Comité Colbert since March 2020, a public-interest association founded in 1954 by Jean-Jacques Guerlain that brings together 98 French luxury houses and 15 cultural institutions united by a shared purpose: “To passionately promote, sustainably develop and patiently pass on French craftsmanship and creativity in order to inspire dreams.”

Prior to joining Comité Colbert, Ms. Epinay spent more than thirty years in media, notably within the Les Échos – Le Parisien Group, where she served as Deputy Editorial Director in charge of luxury weekend publications until 2020. In this role, she launched Série Limitée, the Group’s first monthly luxury and lifestyle magazine in 1999, and Les Échos Week-End, its weekly weekend edition, in 2015.

We believe Ms. Epinay’s background in strategic research and insights on sustainability, human resources, and technology - three issues that are at the heart of the fragrance industry's current challenges and priorities - will provide our Board of Directors with valuable insights moving forward.

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2. Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation – Shareholders approved the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Company’s proxy statement.

3. Approval of Extension of 2016 Stock Option Plan – Shareholders approved a ten (10) year extension of the term of the Company’s 2016 Stock Option Plan to June 27, 2036.

About Interparfums, Inc.:

Operating in the global fragrance business since 1982, Interparfums, Inc. produces and distributes a wide array of prestige fragrance and fragrance related products under license and other agreements with brand owners. The Company manages its business in two operating segments, European based operations, through its 72% owned subsidiary, Interparfums SA, and United States based operations, through wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States and Italy.

Our licensed portfolio of prestige brands includes Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Boucheron, Coach, Donna Karan/DKNY, Emanuel Ungaro, Ferragamo, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, Lacoste, Longchamp, MCM, Moncler, Montblanc, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose products are distributed in over 120 countries around the world through an extensive and diverse network of distributors. Interparfums, Inc. is also the registered owner of several trademarks including Annick Goutal, Lanvin, Off-White, Rochas, and Solférino.

Contact Information:

Interparfums, Inc.	or	The Equity Group Inc.
Michel Atwood		Devin Sullivan: (212) 836-9608 / devin.sullivan@theequitygroup.com
Chief Financial Officer		Conor Rodriguez: (212) 836-9628 / conor.rodriguez@theequitygroup.com
(212) 983-2640		www.theequitygroup.com
www.interparfumsinc.com

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Filing Exhibits & Attachments

6 documents

Press Releases

• EX-991 EXHIBIT 99.1 15.3 KB

Other Documents

• EX-101 DEFINITION 898 B
• EX-101 PRESENTATION 11.7 KB
• EX-101 CALCULATION 899 B
• EX-101 LABEL 16.4 KB
• EX-101 SCHEMA 3.9 KB