Yext (YEXT) Proxy filing summary
Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.
Proxy filing summary
27 Apr, 2026Executive summary
The annual meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026, in a virtual-only format, with voting available online, by phone, or by mail.
Key proposals include electing two Class III directors, ratifying the auditor, approving executive compensation, and amending the equity incentive plan.
Shareholders of record as of April 13, 2026, are entitled to vote; 100,112,238 shares are outstanding.
The company reported revenue of $446.6 million and net income of $37.9 million for fiscal 2026, with significant growth driven by acquisitions.
Voting matters and shareholder proposals
Proposals: elect Daniel Englander and Andrew Sheehan as Class III directors, ratify Ernst & Young LLP as auditor, approve executive compensation (say-on-pay), and approve the amended 2016 Equity Incentive Plan.
Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.
Approval thresholds: majority of votes cast for directors; majority of shares present for other proposals.
No other matters are expected, but proxy holders may vote on any that arise.
Board of directors and corporate governance
Board consists of seven members in staggered three-year terms; majority are independent.
Daniel Englander is a new nominee; Andrew Sheehan is Lead Independent Director.
Committees: audit, compensation, and nominating/governance, all comprised of independent directors.
Board met 15 times in fiscal 2026; all directors attended at least 75% of meetings.
Governance documents and Code of Business Conduct and Ethics are in place.
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