Shareholders at Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) approve board, pay

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Methode Electronics, Inc. held its annual stockholder meeting on September 17, 2025, where investors voted on directors, the independent auditor, and executive pay. Stockholders elected seven directors to serve until the next annual meeting or until their successors are elected and qualified, with each nominee receiving more votes in favor than against.

Investors also ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending May 2, 2026, with 30,173,012 votes for, 466,878 against, and 50,697 abstentions. In addition, stockholders approved the advisory “Say‑on‑Pay” proposal on named executive officer compensation, with 24,480,053 votes for, 2,779,095 against, 60,874 abstentions, and 3,370,565 broker non‑votes, indicating overall support for current pay practices.

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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 17, 2025

METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			001-33731	36-2090085
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
8750 West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Chicago, Illinois				60631-3518
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (708) 867-6777

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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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, $0.50 Par Value		MEI		New York Stock Exchange

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

At the annual meeting of stockholders of Methode Electronics, Inc. (the “Company”) held on September 17, 2025, the stockholders voted on proposals to (i) elect seven (7) directors to hold office until the next annual meeting of stockholders or until their successors are elected and qualified; (ii) ratify the Audit Committee's selection of Ernst & Young LLP to serve as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending May 2, 2026; and (iii) cast an advisory vote on named executive officer compensation (“Say-on-Pay”).

The voting results for each proposal were as follows:

1. Election of Directors:
Director		For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
David P. Blom		25,517,636		1,771,602		30,784		3,370,565
Therese M. Bobek‎		25,488,697		1,799,757		31,568		3,370,565
Brian J. Cadwallader		25,041,682		2,244,404		33,936		3,370,565
Bruce K. Crowther		25,953,898		1,335,714		30,410		3,370,565
Jonathan B. DeGaynor		26,594,914		700,276		24,832		3,370,565
Mary A. Lindsey		25,451,346		1,794,964		73,712		3,370,565
Mark D. Schwabero		25,439,097		1,852,077		28,848		3,370,565
2. Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP to serve as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm:
		For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
		30,173,012		466,878		50,697		--
3. Advisory vote to approve the Company’s named executive officer compensation:
		For		Against		Abstain		Broker Non-Votes
		24,480,053		2,779,095		60,874		3,370,565

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

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SIGNATURES

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 thereunto duly authorized.

			Methode Electronics, Inc.
Date:	September 18, 2025	By:	/s/ Laura Kowalchik
			Laura Kowalchik Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did Methode Electronics (MEI) stockholders vote on at the 2025 annual meeting?

Stockholders of Methode Electronics (MEI) voted on three items: electing seven directors, ratifying Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending May 2, 2026, and approving an advisory vote on named executive officer compensation (“Say‑on‑Pay”).

Were all director nominees elected at Methode Electronics (MEI) 2025 annual meeting?

Yes. All seven director nominees of Methode Electronics received more votes cast “For” than “Against” and were elected to serve until the next annual meeting of stockholders or until their successors are elected and qualified.

Did Methode Electronics (MEI) stockholders approve the company’s auditor for fiscal 2026?

Yes. Stockholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as Methode Electronics’ independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending May 2, 2026, with 30,173,012 votes for, 466,878 against, and 50,697 abstentions.

How did Methode Electronics (MEI) shareholders vote on Say-on-Pay in 2025?

Methode Electronics’ advisory vote on named executive officer compensation passed with 24,480,053 votes for, 2,779,095 votes against, 60,874 abstentions, and 3,370,565 broker non‑votes, indicating overall support for the company’s executive pay program.

When was Methode Electronics (MEI) 2025 annual stockholder meeting held?

The 2025 annual meeting of stockholders of Methode Electronics, Inc. was held on September 17, 2025, at which the director elections, auditor ratification, and Say‑on‑Pay vote took place.

Which exchange lists Methode Electronics (MEI) common stock?

Methode Electronics’ common stock, with a par value of $0.50 per share, is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the trading symbol MEI.