American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting called to order by the chairman, with board members, executive officers, and independent auditors present.

• Agenda and rules of conduct were made available to attendees; recording devices prohibited.

• Proxy materials and notice of meeting were mailed to stockholders of record as of August 3, 2026.

Board and executive committee updates

• Seven directors were nominated for election to serve until the 2027 annual meeting.

• Board recommended ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending April 30, 2027.

Shareholder proposals

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for fiscal 2026 was presented.

• Advisory vote on the frequency of future say-on-pay votes, with board recommending annual votes.