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Reed’s (NYSE: REED) sets June 10 2026 meeting, April 18 proposal cutoff

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Reed’s, Inc. plans to hold its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders on June 10, 2026. Stockholders who want to bring business before the meeting or nominate directors must deliver notice to the company’s principal executive offices by the close of business on April 18, 2026.

Stockholder proposals intended for inclusion in the proxy statement under Rule 14a-8 also must be received by April 18, 2026 and must meet the requirements of the company’s Bylaws and applicable securities laws. Notices should be sent to the Secretary at 501 Merritt 7 PH, Norwalk, Connecticut 06851, with further details to appear in the forthcoming definitive proxy statement.

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Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Annual meeting date June 10, 2026 Expected date of 2026 annual meeting of stockholders
Proposal deadline April 18, 2026 Cutoff for stockholder business and nominations
Rule 14a-8 deadline April 18, 2026 Deadline for proposals to be included in proxy statement
Headquarters phone (800) 997-3337 Registrant’s telephone number for Reed’s, Inc.
Annual Meeting financial
"the expected date for the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”)"
A company's annual meeting is a yearly gathering where owners (shareholders) and the board review performance, ask questions, and vote on key matters like electing directors, approving auditor choices, and sometimes setting pay or dividend policies. For investors it matters because decisions made and votes cast can change who runs the company, influence strategy and payouts, and affect the value or direction of their investment—similar to a homeowners’ meeting where rules and leaders that shape your property’s value are decided.
proxy statement financial
"Stockholder proposals intended for inclusion in the Company’s proxy statement for the Annual Meeting"
A proxy statement is a document companies send to shareholders ahead of a meeting that lays out the items up for a vote—like who will sit on the board, executive pay, and major corporate decisions—and provides background so shareholders can decide how to cast their votes or appoint someone to vote for them. Think of it as an agenda plus a ballot and briefing notes, important because the outcomes can change control, strategy, and value.
Rule 14a-8 regulatory
"pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended"
Rule 14a-8 is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regulation that lets eligible shareholders put proposals on a public company’s proxy ballot for an annual meeting, provided they meet basic ownership and filing requirements. It matters to investors because it creates a formal way to raise governance or strategic issues and force a company-wide vote—like getting an item onto the agenda of a neighborhood association meeting once you’ve lived there long enough—so shareholders can push for change or influence management decisions.
Second Amended and Restated Bylaws regulatory
"In accordance with the Company’s Second Amended and Restated Bylaws (the “Bylaws”)"
Exchange Act regulatory
"the rules and regulations promulgated under the Exchange Act and other applicable law"
A federal law that sets rules for trading securities on public exchanges, requiring companies and market participants to register, disclose regular financial information, and follow standards that promote honest, orderly markets. For investors, it matters because it creates transparency and legal protections—like stopping insider trading and ensuring timely company disclosures—so you can evaluate risks and rely on consistent rules much as players rely on a referee to keep a game fair.
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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): April 8, 2026

 

 

 

REED’S, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   001-32501   35-2177773

(State or Other Jurisdiction

of Incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

 

501 Merritt 7 PH

Norwalk, Connecticut

  06851
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)   (Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (800) 997-3337

 

Not Applicable

(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

Common stock, $0.0001 par value per share   REED   NYSE American LLC

 

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 8.01Other Events.

 

Reed’s, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), today announced that the expected date for the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) is June 10, 2026. In accordance with the Company’s Second Amended and Restated Bylaws (the “Bylaws”), in order for any business to be brought before the Annual Meeting by a stockholder and for any person to be nominated for election to the Company’s board of directors at the Annual Meeting by a stockholder, such stockholder must notify the Company of such intention by notice received at the Company’s principal executive offices not later than the close of business on April 18, 2026. Stockholder proposals intended for inclusion in the Company’s proxy statement for the Annual Meeting pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), must be received at the Company’s principal executive offices no later than the close of business on April 18, 2026, which the Company believes is a reasonable time before it begins to print and mail proxy materials for the Annual Meeting. In addition, all such stockholder notices and stockholder proposals must conform to the applicable requirements of the Bylaws, the rules and regulations promulgated under the Exchange Act and other applicable law. All such notices and stockholder proposals are to be directed to: Reed’s, Inc., Attention: Secretary, 501 Merritt 7 PH, Norwalk, Connecticut 06851. All other relevant information concerning the Annual Meeting will be included in the definitive proxy statement related to the Annual Meeting, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and become available to the Company’s stockholders at a later date.

 

 
 

 

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.

 

  Reed’s, Inc.
     
Date: April 8, 2026 By: /s/ Douglas W. McCurdy
    Douglas W. McCurdy
    Chief Financial Officer

 

 

FAQ

When is Reed’s (REED) 2026 annual meeting of stockholders?

Reed’s, Inc. expects to hold its 2026 annual meeting on June 10, 2026. This is the targeted date for stockholders to consider company matters and elect directors, with additional details to be provided in a forthcoming definitive proxy statement.

What is the deadline for Reed’s (REED) stockholder proposals for the 2026 meeting?

Stockholder proposals for Reed’s 2026 meeting are due by April 18, 2026. Proposals must arrive at the company’s principal executive offices by the close of business on that date and comply with Bylaws and securities law requirements.

How can Reed’s (REED) stockholders nominate directors or bring other business at the 2026 meeting?

Stockholders must notify Reed’s by April 18, 2026 to nominate directors or bring business. Written notice must be delivered to the Secretary at the company’s Norwalk, Connecticut headquarters and comply with the Second Amended and Restated Bylaws.

What is the Rule 14a-8 deadline for Reed’s (REED) 2026 proxy statement?

Rule 14a-8 proposals must be received by Reed’s by April 18, 2026. The company believes this is a reasonable time before it begins printing and mailing proxy materials for the annual meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026.

Where should Reed’s (REED) stockholders send proposals and notices for the 2026 annual meeting?

Proposals and notices must be sent to Reed’s Secretary at 501 Merritt 7 PH, Norwalk, Connecticut 06851. Submissions must arrive by the April 18, 2026 deadline and satisfy the company’s Bylaws and applicable Exchange Act rules.

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