Smith & Wesson Brands Reports 2026 Annual Meeting Vote Results

What Happened Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) filed an 8-K on September 16, 2026 reporting the results of its annual meeting held September 15, 2026. Stockholders elected six directors, approved a non‑binding advisory “say‑on‑pay” vote for 2026 executive compensation, and ratified KPMG LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2027.

Key Details

• Directors elected (votes For / Withheld / Broker Non‑Votes):
  • Anita D. Britt: 24,712,610 / 407,079 / 9,247,097
  • Michelle J. Lohmeier: 24,825,441 / 294,248 / 9,247,097
  • Barry M. Monheit: 24,752,010 / 367,679 / 9,247,097
  • Robert L. Scott: 24,575,921 / 543,768 / 9,247,097
  • Mark P. Smith: 24,829,547 / 290,142 / 9,247,097
  • Denis G. Suggs: 24,628,438 / 491,251 / 9,247,097
• Say‑on‑pay (non‑binding advisory): Approved — For: 24,394,960; Against: 465,311; Abstentions: 259,418; Broker Non‑Votes: 9,247,097.
• Ratification of independent auditor: KPMG LLP ratified — For: 33,650,995; Against: 396,902; Abstentions: 318,889.

Why It Matters These voting outcomes confirm the company’s board slate and governance choices for the coming year and show shareholder support for the company’s 2026 executive compensation program. Ratification of KPMG as the independent auditor establishes the firm that will handle the company’s fiscal 2027 audit work. Investors often watch these items for signals about governance, oversight, and management accountability.