BV Financial, Inc. 8-K

What Happened
BV Financial, Inc. (BVFL) filed an 8-K reporting the final vote results from its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held May 7, 2026. Three director nominees — Gary T. Amereihn, P. David Bramble, and Brian K. McHale — were elected to three‑year terms. Stockholders also ratified the appointment of Crowe LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026.

Key Details

• Directors elected (each for a three-year term):
  • Gary T. Amereihn: For 3,545,513; Withheld 1,656,754; Broker non‑votes 2,009,822
  • P. David Bramble: For 4,218,802; Withheld 983,465; Broker non‑votes 2,009,822
  • Brian K. McHale: For 3,996,448; Withheld 1,205,819; Broker non‑votes 2,009,822
• Auditor ratification: Crowe LLP approved for 2026 audit year — For 6,856,915; Against 90,294; Abstain 264,880; no broker non‑votes reported for this item.
• Report filed and signed by Michael J. Dee, Executive Vice President and CFO, on May 8, 2026.

Why It Matters
The filing confirms the company’s board composition and continuity of its external audit provider—two governance items investors watch for oversight and financial reporting reliability. The vote tallies show a notable number of broker non‑votes on director elections (2,009,822), which can occur when brokers do not have voting discretion on certain shares; the auditor ratification passed overwhelmingly. These outcomes are routine but important for shareholders tracking corporate governance and audit oversight.