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OmniAb (OABI) 2026 annual meeting elects directors and ratifies auditor

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OmniAb, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on June 17, 2026. Shareholders elected two Class I directors to three-year terms ending at the 2029 Annual Meeting. Jennifer Cochran, Ph.D. received 57,948,696 votes for and 25,997,984 withheld, with 18,464,904 broker non-votes. Matthew W. Foehr received 82,231,849 votes for and 1,714,831 withheld, with 18,464,904 broker non-votes.

Shareholders also ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as OmniAb’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 102,163,551 votes for, 112,653 against, and 135,380 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.
Votes for Jennifer Cochran 57,948,696 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes withheld Jennifer Cochran 25,997,984 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes for Matthew W. Foehr 82,231,849 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes withheld Matthew W. Foehr 1,714,831 votes Election as Class I director at 2026 Annual Meeting
Broker non-votes on director elections 18,464,904 votes Both Class I director proposals
Votes for auditor ratification 102,163,551 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Votes against auditor ratification 112,653 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Abstentions on auditor ratification 135,380 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Annual Meeting of Shareholders financial
"OmniAb, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders"
A yearly gathering where a company’s owners (shareholders) vote on key items like electing the board, approving executive pay, and ratifying auditors, and receive updates on performance and strategy. Think of it as an annual town hall for owners: it matters to investors because outcomes and disclosures can affect leadership, corporate direction, dividend and governance policies, and therefore the company’s risk and potential return.
Class I directors financial
"The election of two directors to serve as Class I directors for a three-year term"
Class I directors are the subset of a company’s board whose terms expire at a specific annual meeting under a staggered election system that divides directors into multiple groups with different re-election years. For investors this matters because staggered classes slow how quickly shareholders can replace the board, affecting takeover risk, governance change and the pace of corporate decisions — like rotating only part of a team instead of swapping everyone at once.
broker non-votes financial
"For | Withheld | 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
"the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 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.
ratification of the appointment financial
"The ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP"
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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): June 17, 2026

OMNIAB, INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
Delaware001-4072098-1584818
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
5980 Horton Street, Suite 600
Emeryville
CA94608
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
(510) 250-7800
(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:
o
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
o
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
o
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
o
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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per shareOABIThe Nasdaq Global Market
Warrants to purchase common stockOABIW
The Nasdaq Capital 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. o



Item 5.07.    Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
    OmniAb, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on June 17, 2026. Set forth below are the final voting results for the actions taken by the shareholders at the Annual Meeting.
Proposal 1. The election of two directors to serve as Class I directors for a three-year term to expire at the 2029 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The following two Class I directors were elected by the votes indicated:
ForWithheldBroker Non-Votes
Jennifer Cochran, Ph.D.57,948,69625,997,98418,464,904
Matthew W. Foehr82,231,8491,714,83118,464,904

Proposal 2. The ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The appointment was ratified by the votes indicated:

ForAgainstAbstainBroker Non-Votes
102,163,551112,653135,3800




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.

OMNIAB, INC.
Date: June 18, 2026By:/s/ Charles S. Berkman
Name:Charles S. Berkman
Title:Chief Legal Officer and Secretary


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FAQ

What did OmniAb (OABI) shareholders decide at the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Shareholders elected two Class I directors for three-year terms and ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for 2026, confirming the company’s proposed board and audit arrangements.

Who was elected to OmniAb (OABI)’s board at the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Shareholders elected Jennifer Cochran, Ph.D. and Matthew W. Foehr as Class I directors, each to serve a three-year term expiring at the 2029 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

How many votes did OmniAb (OABI) director Matthew W. Foehr receive?

Matthew W. Foehr received 82,231,849 votes for election, 1,714,831 votes withheld, and 18,464,904 broker non-votes, resulting in his election as a Class I director.

Were OmniAb (OABI) shareholders supportive of Jennifer Cochran’s election?

Jennifer Cochran, Ph.D. received 57,948,696 votes for and 25,997,984 withheld, with 18,464,904 broker non-votes, which was sufficient for her election as a Class I director.

Did OmniAb (OABI) shareholders ratify Ernst & Young LLP as auditor for 2026?

Yes. Shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as OmniAb’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 102,163,551 votes for, 112,653 against, and 135,380 abstentions.

What is the term length for the Class I directors elected at OmniAb (OABI)?

The Class I directors elected at the 2026 Annual Meeting will serve three-year terms, scheduled to expire at OmniAb’s 2029 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

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