Shareholders support all items at Global Self Storage (NASDAQ: SELF) 2026 meeting

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Global Self Storage, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Stockholders Meeting. Stockholders holding 8,070,898 shares of common stock, or 70.7% of the 11,416,754 shares outstanding as of the record date, were present in person or by proxy.

All five director nominees were elected to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting, with votes "for" each candidate ranging from 3,393,054 to 4,072,265 and 2,985,927 broker non-votes on each election. Stockholders also approved the amendment and restatement of the 2017 Equity Incentive Plan with 3,717,027 shares voting "for" and 1,298,704 "against".

They ratified the appointment of RSM US LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 7,636,317 votes "for" and 338,816 "against". In addition, a non-binding advisory vote approved the Company’s executive compensation, with 3,710,166 votes "for" and 1,303,882 "against".

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.07, 9.01

2 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 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

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

Key Figures

Shares represented at meeting: 8,070,898 shares Outstanding shares: 11,416,754 shares Turnout percentage: 70.7% +4 more

7 metrics

Shares represented at meeting 8,070,898 shares Common stock present or by proxy at 2026 annual meeting

Outstanding shares 11,416,754 shares Common stock outstanding as of record date

Turnout percentage 70.7% Portion of outstanding shares represented at meeting

Plan amendment approval 3,717,027 for vs. 1,298,704 against Amendment and restatement of 2017 Equity Incentive Plan

Auditor ratification votes 7,636,317 for Ratification of RSM US LLP for fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2026

Say-on-pay support 3,710,166 for vs. 1,303,882 against Non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation

Highest director support 4,072,265 for Election of Mark C. Winmill as director

Key Terms

broker non-vote, Equity Incentive Plan, independent registered public accounting firm, non-binding advisory vote, +1 more

5 terms

broker non-vote financial

"For | Withheld | Broker Non-Vote 4,072,265 | 1,012,706 | 2,985,927"

Equity Incentive Plan financial

"Approval of the amendment and restatement of the Company's 2017 Equity Incentive Plan."

An equity incentive plan is a program that gives employees, executives or directors the right to receive company stock or options to buy stock as part of their pay. Think of it as offering slices of future company profit to motivate people to boost long‑term performance; for investors it matters because it can align employee goals with shareholder value but also increases the number of shares outstanding, which can dilute existing ownership.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"Ratify the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm"

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.

non-binding advisory vote financial

"Non-Binding Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation Approval on an advisory basis"

A non-binding advisory vote is a shareholder vote that expresses investors’ opinion on a proposal (such as executive pay, corporate policy, or governance practices) but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals whether owners approve or disapprove and can pressure boards and managers to change course, so investors watch the result as an indicator of governance risk and potential future shifts in company strategy or leadership.

emerging growth company regulatory

"Emerging growth company Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders."

An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.

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06/16/2026 - 04:16 PM

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 16, 2026

    

GLOBAL SELF STORAGE, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Maryland	001-12681	13-3926714
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

3814 Route 44
Millbrook, New York		12545
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

     Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (212) 785-0900

    

(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, $0.01 par value	SELF	The Nasdaq Stock Market 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 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

At the 2026 Annual Stockholders Meeting, stockholders holding 8,070,898 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 (the “Common Stock”) (being the only class of shares entitled to vote at the meeting), or 70.7%, of the Company’s 11,416,754 outstanding shares of Common Stock as of the record date for the meeting, attended the meeting or were represented by proxy. The Company’s stockholders voted on four matters presented at the meeting, each of which is discussed in more detail in the Company’s Proxy Statement. All of the nominees in Proposal 1 and Proposals 2 through 4 received the requisite number of votes to pass. The matters submitted for a vote and the related results of the stockholders’ votes were as follows:

Proposal 1: Election of Directors

Election of Mark C. Winmill as a director to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting and until his successor is duly elected and qualifies.


For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
4,072,265	1,012,706	2,985,927

Election of Russell E. Burke III as a director to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting and until his successor is duly elected and qualifies.


For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
3,876,399	1,208,572	2,985,927

Election of William C. Zachary as a director to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting and until his successor is duly elected and qualifies.


For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
3,881,675	1,203,296	2,985,927

Election of George B. Langa as a director to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting and until his successor is duly elected and qualifies.


For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
3,393,054	1,691,917	2,985,927

Election of Sally C. Carroll, Esq. as a director to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting and until her successor is duly elected and qualifies.


For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
3,874,178	1,210,793	2,985,927

Proposal 2: Approval of the amendment and restatement of the Company's 2017 Equity Incentive Plan.

Approval of the amendment and restatement of the Company's 2017 Equity Incentive Plan.


For	Against	Abstain	Broker Non-Vote
3,717,027	1,298,704	69,240	2,985,927

Proposal 3: Ratification of Accounting Firm

Ratify the appointment of RSM US LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.


For	Against	Abstain	Broker Non-Vote
7,636,317	338,816	95,765	N/A

Proposal 4: Non-Binding Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation

Approval on an advisory basis, the Company's executive compensation.


For	Against	Abstain	Broker Non-Vote
3,710,166	1,303,882	70,923	2,985,927

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(a) Not applicable.

(b) Not applicable.

(d) Exhibits. The following exhibits are being furnished herewith to this Current Report on Form 8-K.


Exhibit No.		Description
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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.


			GLOBAL SELF STORAGE, INC.

Date:	June 16, 2026	By:	/s/ Mark C. Winmill
			Name: Mark C. Winmill Title: Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What was shareholder turnout at Global Self Storage (SELF)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholder turnout was strong, with holders of 8,070,898 shares present or represented by proxy. This represented 70.7% of the 11,416,754 outstanding common shares entitled to vote as of the record date.

Were Global Self Storage (SELF) director nominees elected at the 2026 annual meeting?

Yes, all five director nominees were elected to serve until the 2027 Annual Stockholder Meeting. Each nominee received more "for" votes than "withheld" votes, with additional broker non-votes recorded on each election item.

Did Global Self Storage (SELF) shareholders approve changes to the 2017 Equity Incentive Plan?

Yes, shareholders approved the amendment and restatement of the 2017 Equity Incentive Plan. The proposal received 3,717,027 votes "for", 1,298,704 "against", 69,240 abstentions, and 2,985,927 broker non-votes.

Which auditor did Global Self Storage (SELF) shareholders ratify for fiscal 2026?

Shareholders ratified RSM US LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The vote was 7,636,317 "for", 338,816 "against", and 95,765 abstentions.

How did Global Self Storage (SELF) shareholders vote on executive compensation?

Shareholders approved the company’s executive compensation on a non-binding advisory basis. The vote totaled 3,710,166 "for", 1,303,882 "against", 70,923 abstentions, and 2,985,927 broker non-votes.

How many Global Self Storage (SELF) shares were outstanding on the record date?

Global Self Storage reported 11,416,754 shares of common stock outstanding as of the record date. These shares represented the only class entitled to vote at the 2026 Annual Stockholders Meeting.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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