Bridgeline Digital Reports 2026 Annual Meeting Vote Results

What Happened

• Bridgeline Digital, Inc. filed an 8-K on Sept. 22, 2026 reporting the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held Sept. 17, 2026. Shareholders present in person or by proxy represented 54.0% of the 12,599,879 shares eligible to vote.
• Proposal results:
  • Election of director Brandon Ross for a three-year term: For 2,858,286; Withheld 41,881; Broker Non-Votes 3,910,090.
  • Advisory approval of executive compensation (say-on-pay): For 2,597,331; Against 295,616; Abstain 7,220; Broker Non-Votes 3,910,090.
  • Ratification of PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2026: For 6,783,554; Against 22,644; Abstain 4,059.

Key Details

• Voting participation: 54.0% of 12,599,879 eligible shares were represented at the meeting.
• Director election: Brandon Ross elected to a three-year term.
• Advisory vote on pay: A majority voted in favor (2,597,331 For vs. 295,616 Against).
• Auditor ratified: PKF O’Connor Davies was approved with 6,783,554 For votes.

Why It Matters

• The board composition is confirmed with Brandon Ross elected, which affects governance and oversight going forward.
• The advisory "say-on-pay" approval indicates shareholders broadly supported the company’s disclosed executive compensation, though advisory votes are non-binding.
• Ratifying the auditor ensures continuity of the company’s independent audit for the coming fiscal year, important for financial reporting and investor confidence.
• Voter participation (54%) provides a measure of shareholder engagement at this annual meeting.