Gentex (GNTX) Proxy filing summary
Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.
Proxy filing summary
9 Apr, 2026Executive summary
Annual meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026, at The Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville, Michigan.
Shareholders are invited to vote on key proposals, including director elections, auditor ratification, executive compensation, and an omnibus incentive plan.
Voting matters and shareholder proposals
Election of nine director nominees is up for shareholder approval.
Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as external auditors for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
Advisory vote on executive compensation for named executive officers.
Approval of the 2026 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
Other business may be addressed as appropriate during the meeting.
Board of directors and corporate governance
Board recommends all director nominees for election.
Director nominees include Ms. Leslie Brown, Mr. Garth Deur, Mr. Steve Downing, Mr. John C. Kennedy, Dr. Billy Pink, Mr. Richard Schaum, Ms. Kathleen Starkoff, Mr. Brian Walker, and Dr. Ling Zang.
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