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[8-K] SPAR Group Inc Reports Material Event

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SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) released the final voting results from its 12 June 2025 Annual Meeting, covering five shareholder proposals.

Quorum: 19,312,843 shares (82 % of the 23,449,701 outstanding) were present in person or by proxy, satisfying quorum requirements.

Board Elections (Proposal 1)

  • Four nominees received more “For� than “Against� votes: William H. Bartels (14.29 m / 2.49 m), James R. Brown Sr. (11.16 m / 5.82 m), James R. Gillis (15.53 m / 2.24 m) and Panagiotis Lazaretos (11.15 m / 5.82 m).
  • Three nominees received more “Against� than “For� votes: John Bode (8.02 m / 9.75 m), Linda Houston (8.04 m / 9.71 m) and Michael R. Matacunas (7.28 m / 10.47 m). After the meeting, the Board exercised its contractual right to re-appoint Mr. Matacunas to his dedicated seat.

Other Proposals

  • Proposal 2 � Auditor Ratification: BDO USA, P.C. received 9.65 m “For� versus 9.63 m “Against� votes, with 32,933 abstentions.
  • Proposal 3 � “Say-on-Pay�: 10.45 m shares voted “Against� executive compensation versus 7.18 m “For.�
  • Proposal 4 � “Say-on-Frequency�: An overwhelming 17.51 m shares supported an annual advisory vote on executive compensation; two-year (10,662) and three-year (106,598) options drew minimal support.
  • Proposal 5 � 2025 Stock Compensation Plan: 9.97 m shares voted “Against,� compared with 7.67 m “For.�

Governance context: SPAR’s 2022 By-Laws require at least three Super Independent Directors; currently only Messrs. Gillis, Bode and Houston qualify. Following the voting outcome, the Board must evaluate independence requirements alongside the retirement commitments made by non-reelected nominees.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) ha pubblicato i risultati finali delle votazioni della sua Assemblea Annuale del 12 giugno 2025, riguardanti cinque proposte degli azionisti.

Quorum: Sono state presenti di persona o per delega 19.312.843 azioni (82% delle 23.449.701 in circolazione), soddisfacendo i requisiti di quorum.

Elezioni del Consiglio (Proposta 1)

  • Quattro candidati hanno ricevuto più voti “Favorevoli� che “Contrari�: William H. Bartels (14,29 mln / 2,49 mln), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 mln / 5,82 mln), James R. Gillis (15,53 mln / 2,24 mln) e Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 mln / 5,82 mln).
  • Tre candidati hanno ricevuto più voti “Contrari� che “Favorevoli�: John Bode (8,02 mln / 9,75 mln), Linda Houston (8,04 mln / 9,71 mln) e Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 mln / 10,47 mln). Dopo l’assemblea, il Consiglio ha esercitato il diritto contrattuale di rinnovare la nomina di Matacunas per il suo seggio dedicato.

Altre Proposte

  • Proposta 2 � Ratifica del Revisore: BDO USA, P.C. ha ottenuto 9,65 mln di voti “Favorevoli� contro 9,63 mln “Contrari�, con 32.933 astensioni.
  • Proposta 3 � “Say-on-Pay�: 10,45 mln di azioni hanno votato “Contro� la retribuzione degli amministratori contro 7,18 mln “Favorevoli.�
  • Proposta 4 � “Say-on-Frequency�: Una netta maggioranza di 17,51 mln di azioni ha sostenuto una votazione consultiva annuale sulla retribuzione degli amministratori; le opzioni biennale (10.662) e triennale (106.598) hanno ricevuto scarso supporto.
  • Proposta 5 � Piano di compensazione azionaria 2025: 9,97 mln di azioni hanno votato “Contro� rispetto a 7,67 mln “Favorevoli.�

Contesto di governance: Il Regolamento del 2022 di SPAR richiede almeno tre Direttori Super Indipendenti; attualmente solo i signori Gillis, Bode e Houston soddisfano questo requisito. A seguito dei risultati delle votazioni, il Consiglio deve valutare i requisiti di indipendenza insieme agli impegni di pensionamento presi dai candidati non rieletti.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) publicó los resultados finales de la votación de su Junta Anual del 12 de junio de 2025, que abarcó cinco propuestas de accionistas.

ϳóܳ: Estuvieron presentes en persona o por poder 19,312,843 acciones (82 % de las 23,449,701 en circulación), cumpliendo con los requisitos de quórum.

Elecciones de la Junta (Propuesta 1)

  • Cuatro candidatos recibieron más votos “A favor� que “En contra�: William H. Bartels (14.29 m / 2.49 m), James R. Brown Sr. (11.16 m / 5.82 m), James R. Gillis (15.53 m / 2.24 m) y Panagiotis Lazaretos (11.15 m / 5.82 m).
  • Tres candidatos recibieron más votos “En contra� que “A favor�: John Bode (8.02 m / 9.75 m), Linda Houston (8.04 m / 9.71 m) y Michael R. Matacunas (7.28 m / 10.47 m). Después de la reunión, la Junta ejerció su derecho contractual de volver a nombrar al Sr. Matacunas para su asiento dedicado.

Otras Propuestas

  • Propuesta 2 � Ratificación del Auditor: BDO USA, P.C. recibió 9.65 m votos “A favor� frente a 9.63 m “En contra�, con 32,933 abstenciones.
  • Propuesta 3 � “Say-on-Pay�: 10.45 m acciones votaron “En contra� de la compensación ejecutiva frente a 7.18 m “A favor.�
  • Propuesta 4 � “Say-on-Frequency�: Una abrumadora mayoría de 17.51 m acciones apoyó una votación consultiva anual sobre la compensación ejecutiva; las opciones de dos años (10,662) y tres años (106,598) recibieron un apoyo mínimo.
  • Propuesta 5 � Plan de Compensación de Acciones 2025: 9.97 m acciones votaron “En contra� frente a 7.67 m “A favor.�

Contexto de gobernanza: Los Estatutos de SPAR de 2022 requieren al menos tres Directores Super Independientes; actualmente solo los señores Gillis, Bode y Houston califican. Tras los resultados de la votación, la Junta debe evaluar los requisitos de independencia junto con los compromisos de retiro asumidos por los candidatos no reelectos.

SPAR Group, Inc. (나스�: SGRP)� 2025� 6� 12� 연례 주주총회에서 다섯 가지 주주 제안� 대� 최종 투표 결과� 발표했습니다.

정족�: � 23,449,701� � 19,312,843�(82%)가 직접 참석하거� 대� 투표� 참여하여 정족� 요건� 충족했습니다.

이사� 선거 (제안 1)

  • � 명의 후보가 찬성표가 반대표보� 많았습니�: William H. Bartels (1,429� / 249�), James R. Brown Sr. (1,116� / 582�), James R. Gillis (1,553� / 224�), Panagiotis Lazaretos (1,115� / 582�).
  • � 명의 후보� 반대표가 찬성표보� 많았습니�: John Bode (802� / 975�), Linda Houston (804� / 971�), Michael R. Matacunas (728� / 1,047�). 총회 � 이사회는 계약� 권리� 행사하여 Matacunas 씨를 전용 자리� 재임명했습니�.

기타 제안

  • 제안 2 � 감사� 승인: BDO USA, P.C.� 찬성 965만표, 반대 963만표, 기권 32,933표를 받았습니�.
  • 제안 3 � “보수에 대� 의견�: 1,045� 주가 경영� 보수� 반대, 718� 주가 찬성했습니다.
  • 제안 4 � “보� 투표 빈도�: 압도적인 1,751� 주가 경영� 보수� 대� 매년 자문 투표� 지지했으�, 2�(10,662�) � 3�(106,598�) 옵션은 미미� 지지� 받았습니�.
  • 제안 5 � 2025� 주식 보상 계획: 997� 주가 반대, 767� 주가 찬성했습니다.

거버넌스 상황: SPAR� 2022� 정관은 최소 � 명의 슈퍼 독립 이사� 요구하며, 현재 Gillis, Bode, Houston � 명만 해당됩니�. 투표 결과� 따라 이사회는 독립� 요건� 재선되지 않은 후보들의 은� 약속� 함께 평가해야 합니�.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq : SGRP) a publié les résultats finaux du vote lors de son Assemblée Générale Annuelle du 12 juin 2025, portant sur cinq propositions des actionnaires.

Quorum : 19 312 843 actions (82 % des 23 449 701 en circulation) étaient présentes en personne ou par procuration, satisfaisant ainsi aux exigences de quorum.

Élections du Conseil d'Administration (Proposition 1)

  • Quatre candidats ont obtenu plus de votes « Pour » que « Contre » : William H. Bartels (14,29 M / 2,49 M), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 M / 5,82 M), James R. Gillis (15,53 M / 2,24 M) et Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 M / 5,82 M).
  • Trois candidats ont reçu plus de votes « Contre » que « Pour » : John Bode (8,02 M / 9,75 M), Linda Houston (8,04 M / 9,71 M) et Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 M / 10,47 M). Après la réunion, le Conseil d'administration a exercé son droit contractuel de réintégrer M. Matacunas à son siège dédié.

Autres propositions

  • Proposition 2 � Ratification de l'auditeur : BDO USA, P.C. a reçu 9,65 M de votes « Pour » contre 9,63 M « Contre », avec 32 933 abstentions.
  • Proposition 3 � « Say-on-Pay » : 10,45 M d'actions ont voté « Contre » la rémunération des dirigeants contre 7,18 M « Pour ».
  • Proposition 4 � « Say-on-Frequency » : Une écrasante majorité de 17,51 M d'actions a soutenu un vote consultatif annuel sur la rémunération des dirigeants ; les options deux ans (10 662) et trois ans (106 598) ont reçu un soutien minimal.
  • Proposition 5 � Plan de rémunération en actions 2025 : 9,97 M d'actions ont voté « Contre » contre 7,67 M « Pour ».

Contexte de gouvernance : Le règlement intérieur de SPAR de 2022 exige au moins trois administrateurs super indépendants ; actuellement seuls MM. Gillis, Bode et Houston remplissent cette condition. Suite aux résultats du vote, le Conseil doit évaluer les exigences d'indépendance ainsi que les engagements de départ à la retraite pris par les candidats non réélus.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) veröffentlichte die endgültigen Abstimmungsergebnisse seiner Hauptversammlung am 12. Juni 2025, die fünf Aktionärsanträge umfasste.

ܲä󾱲𾱳: 19.312.843 Aktien (82 % von 23.449.701 ausstehend) waren persönlich oder per Vollmacht anwesend, womit die Beschlussfähigkeit erfüllt wurde.

Vorstandswahlen (Vorschlag 1)

  • Vier Kandidaten erhielten mehr „Für�- als „Gegen�-Stimmen: William H. Bartels (14,29 Mio. / 2,49 Mio.), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 Mio. / 5,82 Mio.), James R. Gillis (15,53 Mio. / 2,24 Mio.) und Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 Mio. / 5,82 Mio.).
  • Drei Kandidaten erhielten mehr „Gegen�- als „Für�-Stimmen: John Bode (8,02 Mio. / 9,75 Mio.), Linda Houston (8,04 Mio. / 9,71 Mio.) und Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 Mio. / 10,47 Mio.). Nach der Versammlung übte der Vorstand sein vertragliches Recht aus, Herrn Matacunas erneut auf seinen speziellen Sitz zu berufen.

Weitere Vorschläge

  • Vorschlag 2 � Bestätigung des Abschlussprüfers: BDO USA, P.C. erhielt 9,65 Mio. „Für�-Stimmen gegenüber 9,63 Mio. „Gegen�-Stimmen, mit 32.933 Enthaltungen.
  • Vorschlag 3 � „Say-on-Pay�: 10,45 Mio. Aktien stimmten gegen die Vergütung der Führungskräfte, 7,18 Mio. dafür.
  • Vorschlag 4 � „Say-on-Frequency�: Eine überwältigende Mehrheit von 17,51 Mio. Aktien unterstützte eine ä beratende Abstimmung zur Führungskräftevergütung; Zwei-Jahres- (10.662) und Drei-Jahres-Optionen (106.598) erhielten nur minimale Unterstützung.
  • Vorschlag 5 � Aktienvergütungsplan 2025: 9,97 Mio. Aktien stimmten dagegen, 7,67 Mio. dafür.

Governance-Kontext: Die Satzung von SPAR aus dem Jahr 2022 verlangt mindestens drei Super Unabhängige Direktoren; derzeit erfüllen nur die Herren Gillis, Bode und Houston diese Voraussetzung. Nach dem Abstimmungsergebnis muss der Vorstand die Unabhängigkeitsanforderungen zusammen mit den Ruhestandszusagen der nicht wiedergewählten Kandidaten bewerten.

Positive
  • 82 % shareholder turnout demonstrates strong engagement and legitimacy of meeting outcomes.
  • Annual ‘Say-on-Pay� frequency aligns SPAR with best-practice accountability, potentially improving future governance dialogue.
  • Audit firm ratified (BDO USA, P.C.) ensuring continuity of external audit services, albeit by narrow margin.
  • Board swiftly reappointed Michael R. Matacunas to maintain contractual representation and operational continuity.
Negative
  • Majority opposition to executive compensation (10.45 m ‘Against�) signals significant shareholder dissatisfaction.
  • Stock compensation plan rejected with 9.97 m ‘Against,� restricting equity-based incentives.
  • Three director nominees received more ‘Against� than ‘For� votes, risking board stability and Super Independent Director compliance.
  • Slim 0.1 % margin on auditor ratification indicates reduced investor confidence in oversight.
  • Board’s contractual reappointment of a non-supported director could be perceived as disregarding shareholder sentiment.

Insights

TL;DR: Shareholders sent a governance warning—three directors, pay plan and stock plan faced majority opposition.

The voting patterns highlight clear shareholder dissatisfaction with compensation practices and elements of board composition. Despite a solid 82 % turnout, three nominees failed to obtain majority support, two of whom (Bode and Houston) are Super Independent Directors—potentially complicating the company’s by-law requirement for at least three such independents. The board’s immediate contractual reappointment of Mr. Matacunas maintains continuity but risks investor pushback if viewed as circumventing the vote. The slim margin approving BDO’s ratification (just 12,930 shares) further underscores scrutiny of oversight functions. Collectively, the results signal heightened governance risk and an imperative for SPAR to engage shareholders, revise pay structures, and reassess independent board makeup.

TL;DR: Governance headwinds outweigh neutral operating impact; monitor for board and policy revisions.

From a portfolio perspective, today’s 8-K does not change near-term cash flows but elevates governance risk premiums. A failed ‘Say-on-Pay� and rejection of the new stock plan limit equity-based incentive flexibility, potentially affecting talent retention. Unseated directors—particularly Super Independents—could trigger Nasdaq compliance questions unless replacements meet independence thresholds. While auditor ratification squeaked by, the almost split vote reflects limited confidence. The decisive vote for annual compensation reviews ensures frequent shareholder oversight, keeping governance in the spotlight. Unless management actively addresses these concerns, sentiment-driven volatility could expand the company’s cost of capital.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) ha pubblicato i risultati finali delle votazioni della sua Assemblea Annuale del 12 giugno 2025, riguardanti cinque proposte degli azionisti.

Quorum: Sono state presenti di persona o per delega 19.312.843 azioni (82% delle 23.449.701 in circolazione), soddisfacendo i requisiti di quorum.

Elezioni del Consiglio (Proposta 1)

  • Quattro candidati hanno ricevuto più voti “Favorevoli� che “Contrari�: William H. Bartels (14,29 mln / 2,49 mln), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 mln / 5,82 mln), James R. Gillis (15,53 mln / 2,24 mln) e Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 mln / 5,82 mln).
  • Tre candidati hanno ricevuto più voti “Contrari� che “Favorevoli�: John Bode (8,02 mln / 9,75 mln), Linda Houston (8,04 mln / 9,71 mln) e Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 mln / 10,47 mln). Dopo l’assemblea, il Consiglio ha esercitato il diritto contrattuale di rinnovare la nomina di Matacunas per il suo seggio dedicato.

Altre Proposte

  • Proposta 2 � Ratifica del Revisore: BDO USA, P.C. ha ottenuto 9,65 mln di voti “Favorevoli� contro 9,63 mln “Contrari�, con 32.933 astensioni.
  • Proposta 3 � “Say-on-Pay�: 10,45 mln di azioni hanno votato “Contro� la retribuzione degli amministratori contro 7,18 mln “Favorevoli.�
  • Proposta 4 � “Say-on-Frequency�: Una netta maggioranza di 17,51 mln di azioni ha sostenuto una votazione consultiva annuale sulla retribuzione degli amministratori; le opzioni biennale (10.662) e triennale (106.598) hanno ricevuto scarso supporto.
  • Proposta 5 � Piano di compensazione azionaria 2025: 9,97 mln di azioni hanno votato “Contro� rispetto a 7,67 mln “Favorevoli.�

Contesto di governance: Il Regolamento del 2022 di SPAR richiede almeno tre Direttori Super Indipendenti; attualmente solo i signori Gillis, Bode e Houston soddisfano questo requisito. A seguito dei risultati delle votazioni, il Consiglio deve valutare i requisiti di indipendenza insieme agli impegni di pensionamento presi dai candidati non rieletti.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) publicó los resultados finales de la votación de su Junta Anual del 12 de junio de 2025, que abarcó cinco propuestas de accionistas.

ϳóܳ: Estuvieron presentes en persona o por poder 19,312,843 acciones (82 % de las 23,449,701 en circulación), cumpliendo con los requisitos de quórum.

Elecciones de la Junta (Propuesta 1)

  • Cuatro candidatos recibieron más votos “A favor� que “En contra�: William H. Bartels (14.29 m / 2.49 m), James R. Brown Sr. (11.16 m / 5.82 m), James R. Gillis (15.53 m / 2.24 m) y Panagiotis Lazaretos (11.15 m / 5.82 m).
  • Tres candidatos recibieron más votos “En contra� que “A favor�: John Bode (8.02 m / 9.75 m), Linda Houston (8.04 m / 9.71 m) y Michael R. Matacunas (7.28 m / 10.47 m). Después de la reunión, la Junta ejerció su derecho contractual de volver a nombrar al Sr. Matacunas para su asiento dedicado.

Otras Propuestas

  • Propuesta 2 � Ratificación del Auditor: BDO USA, P.C. recibió 9.65 m votos “A favor� frente a 9.63 m “En contra�, con 32,933 abstenciones.
  • Propuesta 3 � “Say-on-Pay�: 10.45 m acciones votaron “En contra� de la compensación ejecutiva frente a 7.18 m “A favor.�
  • Propuesta 4 � “Say-on-Frequency�: Una abrumadora mayoría de 17.51 m acciones apoyó una votación consultiva anual sobre la compensación ejecutiva; las opciones de dos años (10,662) y tres años (106,598) recibieron un apoyo mínimo.
  • Propuesta 5 � Plan de Compensación de Acciones 2025: 9.97 m acciones votaron “En contra� frente a 7.67 m “A favor.�

Contexto de gobernanza: Los Estatutos de SPAR de 2022 requieren al menos tres Directores Super Independientes; actualmente solo los señores Gillis, Bode y Houston califican. Tras los resultados de la votación, la Junta debe evaluar los requisitos de independencia junto con los compromisos de retiro asumidos por los candidatos no reelectos.

SPAR Group, Inc. (나스�: SGRP)� 2025� 6� 12� 연례 주주총회에서 다섯 가지 주주 제안� 대� 최종 투표 결과� 발표했습니다.

정족�: � 23,449,701� � 19,312,843�(82%)가 직접 참석하거� 대� 투표� 참여하여 정족� 요건� 충족했습니다.

이사� 선거 (제안 1)

  • � 명의 후보가 찬성표가 반대표보� 많았습니�: William H. Bartels (1,429� / 249�), James R. Brown Sr. (1,116� / 582�), James R. Gillis (1,553� / 224�), Panagiotis Lazaretos (1,115� / 582�).
  • � 명의 후보� 반대표가 찬성표보� 많았습니�: John Bode (802� / 975�), Linda Houston (804� / 971�), Michael R. Matacunas (728� / 1,047�). 총회 � 이사회는 계약� 권리� 행사하여 Matacunas 씨를 전용 자리� 재임명했습니�.

기타 제안

  • 제안 2 � 감사� 승인: BDO USA, P.C.� 찬성 965만표, 반대 963만표, 기권 32,933표를 받았습니�.
  • 제안 3 � “보수에 대� 의견�: 1,045� 주가 경영� 보수� 반대, 718� 주가 찬성했습니다.
  • 제안 4 � “보� 투표 빈도�: 압도적인 1,751� 주가 경영� 보수� 대� 매년 자문 투표� 지지했으�, 2�(10,662�) � 3�(106,598�) 옵션은 미미� 지지� 받았습니�.
  • 제안 5 � 2025� 주식 보상 계획: 997� 주가 반대, 767� 주가 찬성했습니다.

거버넌스 상황: SPAR� 2022� 정관은 최소 � 명의 슈퍼 독립 이사� 요구하며, 현재 Gillis, Bode, Houston � 명만 해당됩니�. 투표 결과� 따라 이사회는 독립� 요건� 재선되지 않은 후보들의 은� 약속� 함께 평가해야 합니�.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq : SGRP) a publié les résultats finaux du vote lors de son Assemblée Générale Annuelle du 12 juin 2025, portant sur cinq propositions des actionnaires.

Quorum : 19 312 843 actions (82 % des 23 449 701 en circulation) étaient présentes en personne ou par procuration, satisfaisant ainsi aux exigences de quorum.

Élections du Conseil d'Administration (Proposition 1)

  • Quatre candidats ont obtenu plus de votes « Pour » que « Contre » : William H. Bartels (14,29 M / 2,49 M), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 M / 5,82 M), James R. Gillis (15,53 M / 2,24 M) et Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 M / 5,82 M).
  • Trois candidats ont reçu plus de votes « Contre » que « Pour » : John Bode (8,02 M / 9,75 M), Linda Houston (8,04 M / 9,71 M) et Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 M / 10,47 M). Après la réunion, le Conseil d'administration a exercé son droit contractuel de réintégrer M. Matacunas à son siège dédié.

Autres propositions

  • Proposition 2 � Ratification de l'auditeur : BDO USA, P.C. a reçu 9,65 M de votes « Pour » contre 9,63 M « Contre », avec 32 933 abstentions.
  • Proposition 3 � « Say-on-Pay » : 10,45 M d'actions ont voté « Contre » la rémunération des dirigeants contre 7,18 M « Pour ».
  • Proposition 4 � « Say-on-Frequency » : Une écrasante majorité de 17,51 M d'actions a soutenu un vote consultatif annuel sur la rémunération des dirigeants ; les options deux ans (10 662) et trois ans (106 598) ont reçu un soutien minimal.
  • Proposition 5 � Plan de rémunération en actions 2025 : 9,97 M d'actions ont voté « Contre » contre 7,67 M « Pour ».

Contexte de gouvernance : Le règlement intérieur de SPAR de 2022 exige au moins trois administrateurs super indépendants ; actuellement seuls MM. Gillis, Bode et Houston remplissent cette condition. Suite aux résultats du vote, le Conseil doit évaluer les exigences d'indépendance ainsi que les engagements de départ à la retraite pris par les candidats non réélus.

SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGRP) veröffentlichte die endgültigen Abstimmungsergebnisse seiner Hauptversammlung am 12. Juni 2025, die fünf Aktionärsanträge umfasste.

ܲä󾱲𾱳: 19.312.843 Aktien (82 % von 23.449.701 ausstehend) waren persönlich oder per Vollmacht anwesend, womit die Beschlussfähigkeit erfüllt wurde.

Vorstandswahlen (Vorschlag 1)

  • Vier Kandidaten erhielten mehr „Für�- als „Gegen�-Stimmen: William H. Bartels (14,29 Mio. / 2,49 Mio.), James R. Brown Sr. (11,16 Mio. / 5,82 Mio.), James R. Gillis (15,53 Mio. / 2,24 Mio.) und Panagiotis Lazaretos (11,15 Mio. / 5,82 Mio.).
  • Drei Kandidaten erhielten mehr „Gegen�- als „Für�-Stimmen: John Bode (8,02 Mio. / 9,75 Mio.), Linda Houston (8,04 Mio. / 9,71 Mio.) und Michael R. Matacunas (7,28 Mio. / 10,47 Mio.). Nach der Versammlung übte der Vorstand sein vertragliches Recht aus, Herrn Matacunas erneut auf seinen speziellen Sitz zu berufen.

Weitere Vorschläge

  • Vorschlag 2 � Bestätigung des Abschlussprüfers: BDO USA, P.C. erhielt 9,65 Mio. „Für�-Stimmen gegenüber 9,63 Mio. „Gegen�-Stimmen, mit 32.933 Enthaltungen.
  • Vorschlag 3 � „Say-on-Pay�: 10,45 Mio. Aktien stimmten gegen die Vergütung der Führungskräfte, 7,18 Mio. dafür.
  • Vorschlag 4 � „Say-on-Frequency�: Eine überwältigende Mehrheit von 17,51 Mio. Aktien unterstützte eine ä beratende Abstimmung zur Führungskräftevergütung; Zwei-Jahres- (10.662) und Drei-Jahres-Optionen (106.598) erhielten nur minimale Unterstützung.
  • Vorschlag 5 � Aktienvergütungsplan 2025: 9,97 Mio. Aktien stimmten dagegen, 7,67 Mio. dafür.

Governance-Kontext: Die Satzung von SPAR aus dem Jahr 2022 verlangt mindestens drei Super Unabhängige Direktoren; derzeit erfüllen nur die Herren Gillis, Bode und Houston diese Voraussetzung. Nach dem Abstimmungsergebnis muss der Vorstand die Unabhängigkeitsanforderungen zusammen mit den Ruhestandszusagen der nicht wiedergewählten Kandidaten bewerten.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 

 
FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 12, 2025
 
 
SPAR Group, Inc.
 
 
 
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
 
     
     
Delaware
0-27408
33-0684451
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
 
(Commission File No.)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
 
1910 Opdyke Court, Auburn Hills, MI
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
 
48326
(Zip Code
 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (248) 364-7727
 

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
 
Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
 
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a - 12)
 
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
 
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
Title of each class   Trading 
Symbol(s)
  Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value   SGRP   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
 
Emerging growth company
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
 


 
 

 
Introductory Note
 
SPAR Group, Inc. (“SGRP” or the “Corporation”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “Company”, “SPAR” or “SPAR Group”) has listed its shares of common stock, par value $0.01 (“Common Stock”) for trading through the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under the trading symbol “SGRP” and periodically files reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Reference is made to: (a) SGRP’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, as filed with the SEC on May 16, 2025, and (b) SGRP’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and other reports and statements as and when filed with the SEC (together with the 2024 Annual Report, each an “SEC Report”).
 
Item 5.07. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
 
The information set forth in the Introductory Note of this Current Report on Form 8-K is incorporated by reference into this Item 5.07.
 
The Corporation held an annual meeting of stockholders at 12:00 PM (noon), Eastern Time on June 12, 2025 (the “Annual Meeting”). At the Annual Meeting, the Corporation’s stockholders voted on five proposals as set forth below, each of which was described in detail and subject to the descriptions in the Corporation's definitive proxy statement, dated May 23, 2025 (the “Proxy Statement”). The number of votes cast for and against and the number of abstentions and broker non-votes with respect to each proposal voted upon are set forth below. Capitalized terms used and not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings respectively assigned to them in the Proxy Statement, which is incorporated herein by reference.
 
As of the close of business on the record date for the Annual Meeting, which was April 25, 2025, there were 23,449,701 shares of Common Stock, outstanding and entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting. A total of 19,312,843 shares of Common Stock, representing 82% of the shares of Common Stock outstanding as of the record date for the Annual Meeting, were represented in person or by proxy and entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting, and constituted a quorum to conduct business at the Annual Meeting.
 
1.
The Reelection of Directors Proposal: To reelect seven Directors of SGRP to serve on SGRP's Board of Directors (the "Board") during the ensuing year and until their respective successors have been duly elected and seated on the Board, which candidates are Mr. William H. Bartels, Mr. John Bode, Mr. James R. Brown, Sr., Mr. James R. Gillis, Ms. Linda Houston, Mr. Panagiotis Lazaretos, and Mr. Michael R. Matacunas.
 
 
 
The Reelection of Directors Proposal was voted as set forth below:
 
 
Shares Voted For
 
Shares Voted Against
 
Abstentions
 
Broker
Non-Votes
William H. Bartels
14,289,076   2,485,594   1,019,325   1,518,848
John Bode
8,023,093   9,747,031   23,871   1,518,848
James R. Brown, Sr.
11,158,757   5,818,061   817,177   1,518,848
James R. Gillis
15,529,950   2,237,478   26,567   1,518,848
Linda Houston
8,041,083   9,714,561   38,351   1,518,848
Panagiotis Lazaretos
11,152,561   5,824,257   817,177   1,518,848
Michael R. Matacunas
7,282,163   10,473,481   38,351   1,518,848
 
As described in Proposal 1 -- Resignation and Retirement Letter Agreement in the Proxy Statement and further provided in each nominee's Resignation Letter, each nominee has agreed to retire if not reelected effective when "my successor has been duly elected or appointed and seated on the Board", subject to retained contractual right and "the right to accept any reappointment, renomination or reelection to the Board in the future". 
 
Please note that the 2022 By-Laws requires that at all times the Board have at least three Super Independent Directors and each of its Committees have at least two Super Independent Directors, and of the nominees, only Messrs. Gillis, Bode and Houston have qualified as Super Independent Directors.  See Board Size, Quorum and Voting, Director Nominations: Experience, Integrity, Diversity and other Criteria, Director Independence, Contractually Dedicated Seats, and 2022 By Laws in the Proxy Statement.
 
After the Annual Meeting, the Board discussed and acknowledged Mr. Matacunas' right to be a director by contract with SGRP and the Board as the applicable Nominating Rights Holder for Mr. Matacunas' nomination to that Contractually Dedicated Seat (see Proposal 1 in the Proxy Statement) reappointed Mr. Matacunas to the Board and reseated him.
 
2.
The Independent Registered Accounting Firm Proposal: To ratify, on an advisory basis, the use of BDO USA, P.C., as the independent registered accounting firm for the Corporation and its subsidiaries for the year ending December 31, 2025.
 
 
 
The Independent Registered Accounting Firm Proposal was voted as set forth below:
 
Shares Voted For   Shares Voted Against    Abstentions   Broker
Non-Votes
9,646,420   9,633,490   32,933   1,518,848
 
3.
The Compensation Proposal: To approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Named Executive Officers, as disclosed in the Proxy Statement (i.e., "Say on Pay").
 
 
 
The Compensation Proposal was voted as set forth below:
 
Shares Voted For   Shares Voted Against    Abstentions   Broker
Non-Votes
7,180,354   10,449,971   163,670   1,518,848
 
 

 
4.
The Compensation Timing Proposal: To select, on an advisory basis, whether the Corporation should request an advisory vote from its stockholders respecting compensation of the Named Executive Officers every one, two or three years (i.e., "Say on Frequency").
 
 
 
The Compensation Timing Proposal was voted as set forth below:
 
One Year    Two Years   Three Years  
 
Abstain
 
Broker 
Non-Votes
17,513,041   10,662   106,598   163,694   1,518,848
 
5.
The 2025 Stock Compensation Plan Proposal: To consider, ratify and approve the Board of Directors' adoption of the 2025 Stock Compensation Plan.
 
 
 
The 2025 Stock Compensation Plan Proposal was voted as set forth below:
 
Shares Voted For   Shares Voted Against    Abstentions   Broker
Non-Votes
7,670,835   9,972,589   150,571   1,518,848
 
Forward Looking Statements
 
This Current Report on Form 8-K and its exhibits (collectively, this "Current Report") contain forward-looking statements within the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, made by, or respecting, the Corporation and its subsidiaries. "Forward-looking statements" are defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Exchange Act, and other applicable federal and state securities laws, rules and regulations, as amended.
 
Readers can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. Words such as "may," "will," "expect," "intend," "believe," "estimate," "anticipate," "continue," "plan," "project," or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions also identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements made by the Corporation in this Current Report on Form 8-K may include (without limitation) statements regarding: risks, uncertainties, cautions, circumstances and other factors ("Risks"). Those Risks include (without limitation): the uncertainty of the contents and submission timing of the Corporation's compliance plan regarding failure to file its Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2025, or Nasdaq's acceptance of it; potential non-compliance with applicable Nasdaq rules regarding the filing of periodic financial reports, director independence, bid price or other rules; the impact of selling certain of the Corporation's subsidiaries or any resulting impact on revenues, earnings or cash; the Company's cash flows or financial condition; and plans, intentions, expectations.
 
For additional information and risk factors that could affect SPAR Group, see its 2024 Annual Report and other SEC Reports as filed with the SEC. The information contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K is made only as of the date hereof, even if subsequently made available by the Corporation on its website or otherwise.
 
You should carefully review and consider the Corporation's forward-looking statements (including all risk factors and other cautions and uncertainties) and other information made, contained or noted in or incorporated by reference into this Current Report on Form 8-K, but you should not place undue reliance on any of them. The results, actions, levels of activity, performance, achievements or condition of the Company (including its affiliates, assets, business, clients, capital, cash flow, credit, expenses, financial condition, income, legal costs, liabilities, liquidity, locations, marketing, operations, performance, prospects, sales, strategies, taxation or other achievement, results, risks, trends or condition) and other events and circumstances planned, intended, anticipated, estimated or otherwise expected by the Company (collectively, "Expectations"), and our forward-looking statements (including all Risks) and other information reflect the Corporation's current views about future events and circumstances. Although the Corporation believes those Expectations and views are reasonable, the results, actions, levels of activity, performance, achievements or condition of the Company or other events and circumstances may differ materially from our Expectations and views, and they cannot be assured or guaranteed by the Corporation, since they are subject to Risks and other assumptions, changes in circumstances and unpredictable events (many of which are beyond the Corporation's control). In addition, new Risks arise from time to time, and it is impossible for the Corporation to predict these matters or how they may arise or affect the Company. Accordingly, the Corporation cannot assure you that its Expectations will be achieved in whole or in part, that it has identified all potential Risks, or that it can successfully avoid or mitigate such Risks in whole or in part, any of which could be significant and materially adverse to the Company and the value of your investment in the Corporation's common stock.
 
These forward-looking statements reflect the Corporation's Expectations, views, Risks and assumptions only as of the date hereof, and the Corporation does not intend, assume any obligation, or promise to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statements (including any Risks or Expectations) or other information (in whole or in part), whether as a result of new information, new or worsening Risks or uncertainties, changed circumstances, future events, recognition, or otherwise.
 
 

 
SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
SPAR Group, Inc.
  Date: June 18, 2025  
By:
/s/Michael R. Matacunas
Michael R. Matacunas, President & CEO
 
 

FAQ

How many SPAR Group (SGRP) shares were represented at the 2025 Annual Meeting?

A total of 19,312,843 shares, or 82 % of shares outstanding, were present in person or by proxy.

Which SPAR Group directors failed to secure majority support in 2025?

John Bode, Linda Houston and Michael R. Matacunas each received more votes ‘Against� than ‘For.�

Did shareholders approve SPAR Group’s 2025 Stock Compensation Plan?

No. 9,972,589 shares voted ‘Against� versus 7,670,835 ‘For,� so the proposal did not gain majority support.

What voting frequency on executive compensation did SPAR Group shareholders prefer?

Shareholders strongly favored an annual ‘Say-on-Pay� review with 17,513,041 votes.

Was the appointment of BDO USA, P.C. as auditor ratified?

Yes, but narrowly�9,646,420 ‘For� vs 9,633,490 ‘Against� with 32,933 abstentions.

What quorum requirement was met for SPAR Group’s 2025 Annual Meeting?

Presence of at least a majority of outstanding shares; 82 % turnout exceeded this threshold.
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