Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) shareholders approved all three proposals presented at the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, according to preliminary voting results announced during the meeting.
The virtual meeting was chaired by Jack Griffin, chairman of the board of directors. David Garrison, the company’s chief financial officer, served as secretary of the meeting, and Terrence Hassett served as inspector of elections.
Shareholders Elect Four Directors
The first proposal before shareholders was the election of four directors to serve until the company’s next annual meeting of stockholders in May 2027. The nominees were Genni Combes, John H. Griffin Jr., Bradley L. Radoff and Elizabeth Ross.
Hassett said that, based on the preliminary report, each of the four nominees received at least a majority of the votes cast at the annual meeting and was therefore elected.
Griffin introduced members of the board during the meeting, noting that Combes and Radoff have served as directors since May 2021, while Ross has served since January 2024. Griffin said he has served as a director since July 2018 and as chairman of the board since April 2021.
Executive Compensation Proposal Approved
Shareholders also approved the company’s advisory “Say on Pay” proposal regarding the compensation of Harte Hanks’ named executive officers.
Hassett said preliminary results indicated that at least a majority of the votes cast were in favor of the proposal. The proposal was therefore approved, having received the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares represented at the meeting, online or by proxy.
Auditor Appointment Ratified
The third proposal was the ratification of Wolf & Company, P.C. as Harte Hanks’ independent auditor for the fiscal year.
Hassett said preliminary results showed that at least a majority of the votes cast were in favor of ratifying the appointment. A representative of Wolf & Company was present on the call and available to answer appropriate shareholder questions, Griffin said.
No Shareholder Questions Raised
During the formal business portion of the meeting, Griffin asked whether shareholders had questions on each of the three proposals. The operator reported that there were no questions on the election of directors, the Say on Pay proposal or the ratification of the independent auditor.
Griffin opened the polls at 2:07 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on May 21, 2026, and closed them at 2:08 p.m. after stating that all stockholders desiring to vote had done so.
Hassett said the final voting results will be included in a current report on Form 8-K to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within four business days of the meeting’s conclusion.
After the preliminary voting results were announced, Griffin adjourned the meeting, thanking shareholders for their time and continued investment in Harte Hanks.
About Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS)
Harte-Hanks, Inc engages in the provision of marketing solutions. It specializes in consulting, data analytics, creative services, digital and social media, marketing strategy, marketing technology, and other related services. It supports a range of customers in the field of technology, travel and leisure, entertainment, pharmaceuticals, automotive, finance, and retail. The company was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in San Antonio, TX.
