Fastenal (FAST) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Chair welcomed attendees, recognized founders and board members, and introduced the meeting agenda, including voting on five management proposals and one shareholder proposal.

• Invocation emphasized gratitude, confidence in leadership, and the importance of stewardship and integrity.

Board and executive committee updates

• Leadership transition announced: Jeff Watts to succeed Daniel L. Florness as CEO later in the year.

• Board and executive team recognized for their contributions and leadership.

Shareholder proposals

• Shareholder proposal requested public disclosure of the EEO-1 workforce diversity report; board made no recommendation.

• Proposal was presented by a representative of the New York City Comptroller's Office.