Vontier holders back board, pay and auditor
Vontier Corporation reported the results of its Annual Meeting of stockholders held on June 4, 2026.
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Vontier Corporation reported the results of its Annual Meeting of stockholders held on June 4, 2026. Stockholders elected seven directors, including Karen C. Francis and J. Darrell Thomas, to one-year terms ending at the 2027 Annual Meeting.
Ernst & Young LLP was ratified as Vontier’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, with over 131 million votes cast in favor. Stockholders also approved, on an advisory basis, the company’s named executive officer compensation, with over 123 million votes for and relatively few votes against.
8-K Event Classification
Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
1 item
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.
Key Figures
Director vote – Karen C. Francis: 120,399,316 for; 5,720,850 against
Director vote – J. Darrell Thomas: 124,223,832 for; 1,894,339 against
Auditor ratification: 131,679,258 for; 47,939 against
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Director vote – Karen C. Francis
120,399,316 for; 5,720,850 against
Election to board at Annual Meeting on June 4, 2026
Director vote – J. Darrell Thomas
124,223,832 for; 1,894,339 against
Election to board at Annual Meeting on June 4, 2026
Auditor ratification
131,679,258 for; 47,939 against
Ernst & Young LLP for year ending December 31, 2026
Say-on-pay for votes
123,264,464 for; 2,779,529 against
Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation
Broker non-votes on say-on-pay
5,621,978 broker non-votes
Advisory executive compensation proposal
Key Terms
broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, named executive officer compensation, advisory basis, +1 more
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broker non-votes financial
"Broker Non-Votes | 5,621,978"
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.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"Ernst & Young 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.
named executive officer compensation financial
"the Company’s named executive officer compensation as disclosed in the proxy statement"
Pay and benefits disclosed for a company’s top executives identified in regulatory filings, including salary, bonuses, stock awards, option grants, pension contributions and other perks. Think of it as a public paycheck summary for senior managers that shows how they are rewarded and motivated. Investors use it to judge whether executive incentives align with shareholder interests, to assess potential costs and risks, and to evaluate corporate governance.
advisory basis financial
"To approve, on an advisory basis, the Company’s named executive officer compensation"
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"At the Annual Meeting of Vontier Corporation held on June 4, 2026"
FAQ
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What did Vontier (VNT) stockholders approve at the June 4, 2026 Annual Meeting?
Vontier stockholders approved all three proposals at the Annual Meeting. They elected seven directors for one-year terms, ratified Ernst & Young LLP as auditor for 2026, and supported the company’s named executive officer compensation on an advisory say-on-pay basis.
Which directors were elected to Vontier’s board at the 2026 Annual Meeting?
Seven nominees were elected to Vontier’s board: Karen C. Francis, Gloria R. Boyland, Robert L. Eatroff, David M. Foulkes, Mark D. Morelli, Maryrose Sylvester, and J. Darrell Thomas. Each will serve a one-year term ending at the 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
What was the result of Vontier’s 2026 say-on-pay vote on executive compensation?
Vontier’s say-on-pay proposal received majority support from shareholders. There were 123,264,464 votes for, 2,779,529 against, and 125,718 abstentions, with 5,621,978 broker non-votes, indicating advisory approval of the company’s named executive officer compensation disclosed in the proxy statement.
Did any Vontier (VNT) director nominee face significant opposition in the 2026 vote?
All Vontier director nominees received substantial support. For example, Karen C. Francis received 120,399,316 votes for and 5,720,850 against, while J. Darrell Thomas received 124,223,832 votes for and 1,894,339 against, indicating comfortable margins for each elected director.
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