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Shareholders at Universal Insurance (NYSE: UVE) back board, pay and auditor

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Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. reported the results of its annual shareholder meeting held on June 11, 2026. Shareholders elected all twelve director nominees, each receiving over 18.1 million votes in favor, with broker non-votes of 2,990,458 on each director proposal.

Shareholders also approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 19,555,685 votes for, 389,598 against, 70,398 abstentions and 2,990,458 broker non-votes. In addition, shareholders ratified the appointment of Plante & Moran, PLLC as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 22,475,588 votes for, 339,545 against and 191,006 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 19,555,685 for Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Executive pay opposition votes 389,598 against Advisory vote on named executive officer compensation
Auditor ratification for votes 22,475,588 for Ratification of Plante & Moran, PLLC for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
Auditor ratification against votes 339,545 against Ratification of Plante & Moran, PLLC
Broker non-votes on Proposal 2 2,990,458 shares Advisory vote on executive compensation
Votes for director Carol G. Barton 19,668,508 for Election of directors at annual meeting
Votes against director Scott P. Callahan 1,865,710 against Election of directors at annual meeting
broker non-votes financial
"Broker Non-Votes: | 2,990,458"
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
"The shareholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation"
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year"
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.
Series A Preferred Stock financial
"common stock and Series A Preferred Stock, voting together as one class"
Series A preferred stock is a type of ownership share in a company that gives investors certain advantages, such as priority in receiving profits or getting their money back if the company is sold or goes bankrupt. It is often issued during early funding stages to attract investors by offering more security than common shares. This stock matters to investors because it provides a safer way to invest while still holding potential for future gains.
annual shareholder meeting financial
"at the Company's annual shareholder meeting on June 11, 2026"
A yearly gathering where a company’s owners (shareholders) and its leaders meet to review performance, approve key decisions like electing directors, and vote on issues such as executive pay or major policy changes. Think of it as an annual town hall for people who own part of the business: investors use it to ask questions, influence direction through votes, and gauge management’s plans and transparency, all of which can affect the stock’s outlook.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 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 11, 2026
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware001-3325165-0231984
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
(Commission
File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
1110 W. Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (954) 958-1200
(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 classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 Par ValueUVENew 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) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2).
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 5.07Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
The Company's shareholders voted on the following proposals at the Company's annual shareholder meeting on June 11, 2026. The final voting results are provided below.
Proposal No. 1: Election of Directors. The following individuals were elected to the Company's Board of Directors by the holders of the Company's common stock and Series A Preferred Stock, voting together as one class:
NameForAgainstAbstainBroker Non-Votes
Carol G. Barton
19,668,508 308,022 39,151 2,990,458 
Shannon A. Brown19,735,158 236,972 43,551 2,990,458 
Scott P. Callahan18,120,995 1,865,710 28,976 2,990,458 
Kimberly D. Campos19,536,258 450,011 29,412 2,990,458 
Stephen J. Donaghy19,685,784 301,660 28,237 2,990,458 
Sean P. Downes19,402,764 585,537 27,380 2,990,458 
Marlene M. Gordon19,654,615 320,987 40,079 2,990,458 
Francis X. McCahill19,711,593 273,554 30,534 2,990,458 
Richard D. Peterson19,477,301 506,623 31,757 2,990,458 
Michael A. Pietrangelo19,518,717 465,017 31,947 2,990,458 
Ozzie A. Schindler19,575,390 410,428 29,863 2,990,458 
Jon W. Springer19,660,779 325,988 28,914 2,990,458 


Proposal No. 2: The shareholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company's named executive officers.

For:19,555,685
Against:389,598
Abstain:70,398
Broker Non-Votes:2,990,458

Proposal No. 3: The shareholders ratified the appointment of Plante & Moran, PLLC as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
For:22,475,588
Against:339,545
Abstain:191,006
Broker Non-Votes:—


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.
Date: June 15, 2026UNIVERSAL INSURANCE HOLDINGS, INC.
By:/s/ Frank C. Wilcox
Name:Frank C. Wilcox
Title:Chief Financial Officer


Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) shareholders decide at the 2026 annual meeting?

Shareholders elected all board nominees, approved executive pay on an advisory basis, and ratified Plante & Moran, PLLC as auditor. These routine governance approvals confirm the existing board, compensation framework, and audit relationship for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Were all Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) director nominees elected in 2026?

Yes, all twelve director nominees were elected by shareholders voting common and Series A Preferred together. Each nominee, including Stephen J. Donaghy and Sean P. Downes, received at least 18,120,995 votes in favor, with additional broker non-votes recorded on the director election proposal.

How did Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) shareholders vote on executive compensation?

Shareholders approved the compensation of named executive officers on an advisory basis, with 19,555,685 votes for, 389,598 against, and 70,398 abstentions. There were 2,990,458 broker non-votes, reflecting shares not entitled to vote on this non-binding say-on-pay proposal under stock exchange rules.

Which accounting firm did Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) shareholders ratify for 2026?

Shareholders ratified Plante & Moran, PLLC as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The vote totals were 22,475,588 for, 339,545 against, and 191,006 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported on this auditor ratification item.

What are broker non-votes in the Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) 2026 meeting results?

Broker non-votes are shares held in street name where brokers did not receive voting instructions on certain proposals. For UVE, 2,990,458 broker non-votes were recorded on director elections and the advisory executive compensation vote, but none on the auditor ratification, where brokers may exercise discretionary authority.

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