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Sensient Technologies (SXT) investors back board, pay plan and Ernst & Young

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Sensient Technologies Corporation reported voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held on April 23, 2026. Shareholders elected nine directors, each receiving over 37.2 million votes in favor, with Brett W. Bruggeman, Paul Manning, and Essie Whitelaw among those re‑elected.

Shareholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers with 37,494,068 votes for, 1,158,895 against, and 88,486 abstentions, alongside 1,102,239 broker non-votes. They also ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026 with 39,183,156 votes for, 642,761 against, and 17,772 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.
Executive pay approval votes for 37,494,068 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Executive pay votes against 1,158,895 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Executive pay abstentions 88,486 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Broker non-votes on pay 1,102,239 votes Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Auditor ratification votes for 39,183,156 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Auditor ratification votes against 642,761 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Auditor ratification abstentions 17,772 votes Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP for 2026
Votes for director Carol R. Jackson 38,472,801 votes Election of directors
annual meeting of shareholders financial
"Sensient Technologies Corporation held its annual meeting of shareholders on April 23, 2026."
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.
Broker Non-Votes financial
"Abstentions | Broker Non-Votes ... 34,180 | 1,102,239"
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.
advisory basis financial
"shareholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers"
independent auditors financial
"ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent auditors"
Independent auditors are outside, licensed accountants who examine a company’s books, records and internal controls and issue an objective opinion on whether the financial statements accurately reflect the business’s financial position. Investors treat their report like a neutral inspector’s stamp — it increases trust, makes financial results easier to compare, and alerts readers if there are errors, omissions or other problems that could affect investment decisions.
ratified the appointment financial
"The Company’s shareholders ratified 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

April 23, 2026
(Date of Report/Date of earliest event reported)

SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Wisconsin
1-7626
 39-0561070
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)

777 East Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-5304
(Address and zip code of principal executive offices)

(414) 271-6755
(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:

☐
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)
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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
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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, par value $0.10 per share
 SXT
 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.

Sensient Technologies Corporation (the “Company”) held its annual meeting of shareholders on April 23, 2026.  At that meeting, the Company’s shareholders voted on three matters as follows:

Election of Directors

The following directors were each elected until the next annual meeting of shareholders and until his or her successor is elected and, if necessary, qualified:

 
Nominee
Votes
For
Votes
Against
 
Abstentions
Broker
Non-Votes
 
Brett W. Bruggeman
37,932,086
775,184
34,180
1,102,239
 
Dr. Joseph Carleone
37,986,501
715,031
39,919
1,102,239
 
Dr. Mario Ferruzzi
37,876,936
828,639
35,874
1,102,239
 
Carol R. Jackson
38,472,801
224,011
44,638
1,102,239
 
Sharad P. Jain
38,288,016
414,676
38,758
1,102,239
 
Dr. Donald W. Landry
37,237,254
1,466,549
37,647
1,102,239
 
Paul Manning
37,968,793
718,699
53,958
1,102,239
 
Scott C. Morrison
38,267,711
436,675
37,064
1,102,239
 
Essie Whitelaw
38,399,155
301,846
40,448
1,102,239

Advisory Vote to Approve Named Executive Officer Compensation

The Company’s shareholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Company’s 2026 proxy statement, by the following votes:

Votes For
 
Votes Against
 
Abstentions
 
Broker Non-Votes
37,494,068
 
1,158,895
 
88,486
 
1,102,239

Ratification of Independent Auditors

The Company’s shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026 by the following votes:

Votes For
 
Votes Against
 
Abstentions
  
39,183,156
 
642,761
 
17,772
  

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.
SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION




By:
/s/ John J. Manning
  

Name:
John J. Manning
  

Title:
Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary
  

Date:
April 28, 2026
  


Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Sensient Technologies (SXT) shareholders vote on at the April 2026 meeting?

Shareholders voted on three items: electing nine directors, approving executive compensation on an advisory basis, and ratifying Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026. All three proposals received shareholder approval with substantial majorities.

Were Sensient Technologies (SXT) directors re-elected by strong margins?

All nine director nominees were elected, each receiving at least 37.2 million votes in favor. Broker non-votes totaled 1,102,239 for each nominee, indicating shares present but not voting on the director elections, which is typical when held in street name.

How did Sensient Technologies (SXT) shareholders vote on executive compensation?

Shareholders approved the advisory vote on named executive officer compensation with 37,494,068 votes for, 1,158,895 against, and 88,486 abstentions. There were also 1,102,239 broker non-votes. This indicates broad but not unanimous support for the pay practices disclosed in the 2026 proxy statement.

Was Ernst & Young LLP ratified as Sensient Technologies (SXT) auditor for 2026?

Yes. Shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026, with 39,183,156 votes for, 642,761 against, and 17,772 abstentions. Ratification signals shareholder acceptance of the current external audit relationship and oversight structure.

What are broker non-votes in Sensient Technologies (SXT) 2026 meeting results?

Broker non-votes, totaling 1,102,239 on applicable items, arise when brokers hold shares in street name and do not receive specific voting instructions from beneficial owners on certain proposals. These shares count for quorum but are not treated as votes for or against those matters.

When and where was the Sensient Technologies (SXT) 2026 annual meeting held?

The annual meeting of shareholders was held on April 23, 2026. The company’s principal executive offices are located at 777 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-5304, which provides context for its corporate location and governance activities.

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