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Preformed Line Products (NASDAQ: PLPC) holders back directors, pay and Ernst & Young

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Preformed Line Products Company reported the results of its annual shareholder meeting held on May 4, 2026 in Mayfield Village, Ohio. Shareholders re-elected four directors — Glenn E. Corlett, R. Steven Kestner, J. Ryan Ruhlman and David C. Sunkle — each to serve terms expiring at the 2028 annual meeting.

Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 3,862,989 votes for and 11,841 against, plus 24,812 abstentions and 335,623 broker non-votes. In addition, they ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, with 4,231,761 votes for, 2,035 against and 1,469 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 Glenn E. Corlett 3,580,616 votes Director election term expiring 2028
Votes for R. Steven Kestner 3,742,065 votes Director election term expiring 2028
Votes for J. Ryan Ruhlman 3,725,755 votes Director election term expiring 2028
Votes for David C. Sunkle 2,806,213 votes Director election term expiring 2028
Say-on-pay votes for 3,862,989 votes Advisory vote on executive compensation
Say-on-pay votes against 11,841 votes Advisory vote on executive compensation
Auditor ratification votes for 4,231,761 votes Ernst & Young LLP for year ending December 31, 2026
Auditor ratification votes against 2,035 votes Ernst & Young LLP for year ending December 31, 2026
broker non-votes financial
"The table below indicates the votes for, votes against, abstentions and 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.
non-binding advisory basis financial
"The shareholders voted to approve, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the Company's Named Executive Officers"
A non-binding advisory basis is guidance or a recommendation offered for informational purposes that does not create legal obligations or guarantees; recipients can accept, modify, or ignore it without contractual consequences. Investors should treat it like a weather forecast for planning—useful for forming expectations and assessing risk, but not a firm promise—so they should verify assumptions, seek confirming information, and avoid relying on it as the sole basis for investment decisions.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the 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.
Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A regulatory
"as described in the Company's Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for the Annual Meeting"
annual meeting of shareholders financial
"the Company held its annual meeting of shareholders at its principal executive offices"
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.
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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): May 4, 2026
_________________________________________________________
Preformed Line Products Company
(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
_________________________________________________________
Ohio0-3116434-0676895
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
660 Beta Drive
Mayfield Village, Ohio
44143
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 440 461-5200
(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
CommonPLPCThe Nasdaq Global 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.
On May 4, 2026, the Company held its annual meeting of shareholders at its principal executive offices in Mayfield Village, Ohio. At the meeting the shareholders voted on several proposals as described in the Company's Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for the Annual Meeting filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 20, 2026 (the "Proxy Statement"). The results of the proposals stated in the Proxy Statement are as follows:
Proposal No. 1: Election of Directors. The shareholders voted to re-elect certain persons to the Board of Directors for a term expiring at the 2028 annual meeting of the shareholders. The individuals listed below were elected to the Company’s Board of Directors, each to hold office until the designated annual meeting or until his or her successor is elected and qualified, or until his or her earlier resignation. The table below indicates the votes for, votes withheld, abstentions and broker non-votes for the election of the four director nominees.
Term ExpiringVotes ForVotes Withheld/AbstentionsBroker Non-Votes
Glenn E. Corlett20283,580,6161,611335,623
R. Steven Kestner20283,742,0651,596335,623
J. Ryan Ruhlman20283,725,7551,699335,623
David C. Sunkle20282,806,2132,267335,623
Proposal No. 2: Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation. The shareholders voted to approve, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the Company's Named Executive Officers as disclosed in the Proxy Statement.
Votes ForVotes AgainstAbstentionsBroker Non-Votes
Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation3,862,98911,84124,812335,623
Proposal No. 3: Ratification of Appointment of Ernst & Young LLP. The shareholders voted to approve the ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, as described in the Proxy Statement. The table below indicates the votes for, votes against, abstentions and broker non-votes.
Votes ForVotes AgainstAbstentionsBroker Non-Votes
Ratification of Appointment of Ernst & Young LLP4,231,7612,0351,4690


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 hereunto duly authorized.
PREFORMED LINE PRODUCTS COMPANY
Date:
May 4, 2026
By: /s/ Caroline S. Vaccariello
Caroline S. Vaccariello, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Preformed Line Products (PLPC) shareholders decide about the board of directors?

Shareholders re-elected four directors to terms expiring at the 2028 annual meeting. Glenn E. Corlett, R. Steven Kestner, J. Ryan Ruhlman and David C. Sunkle all received strong support, each securing over 2.8 million votes in favor, with minimal withhold or abstention votes.

How did PLPC shareholders vote on executive compensation at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders approved the company’s executive compensation on a non-binding advisory basis. The advisory proposal received 3,862,989 votes for, 11,841 against and 24,812 abstentions, with 335,623 broker non-votes, indicating broad shareholder support for the pay practices disclosed in the proxy statement.

Which audit firm did PLPC shareholders ratify for the year ending December 31, 2026?

Shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The ratification passed with 4,231,761 votes for, 2,035 against and 1,469 abstentions, and no broker non-votes were recorded for this proposal.

How many broker non-votes were recorded on Preformed Line Products’ 2026 advisory pay vote?

For the advisory vote on executive compensation, there were 335,623 broker non-votes. Broker non-votes arise when brokers lack discretionary authority to vote on a proposal and clients do not provide instructions, so these shares are not counted as for or against the measure.

Where and when was the 2026 Preformed Line Products annual shareholder meeting held?

The annual shareholder meeting took place on May 4, 2026 at the company’s principal executive offices in Mayfield Village, Ohio. At this meeting, shareholders voted on director elections, an advisory executive compensation proposal and the ratification of the independent registered public accounting firm.

Was Preformed Line Products’ auditor ratification vote in 2026 approved by a large margin?

Yes, the auditor ratification passed by a very large margin. Ernst & Young LLP received 4,231,761 votes for, compared with only 2,035 votes against and 1,469 abstentions, and there were no broker non-votes for this proposal, reflecting strong shareholder backing.

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