The Caldwell Partners International Announces Results of Vote for Election of Directors

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Caldwell Partners International held its Annual General and Special Meeting on February 22, 2022, with 53.16% of shareholders voting. All nominated directors were elected, with voting percentages showing high support: C. Christopher Beck at 99.75%, Paul R. Daoust at 98.06%, and others above 97%. KPMG LLP was appointed as auditors with 96.90% approval, and the 2022 equity incentive plan was confirmed with 92.19% support. A management presentation post-meeting will be available online for further insights into business strategies.

Positive

• High shareholder participation of 53.16% indicates strong investor interest.
• All nominated directors were elected with over 97% approval, suggesting stakeholder confidence in leadership.
• KPMG LLP's appointment as auditors received 96.90% approval, reflecting trust in the company's financial oversight.
• The 2022 equity incentive plan was approved with 92.19% support, facilitating potential growth and talent retention strategies.

Negative

• None.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESWIRE / February 22, 2022 / Talent acquisition firm The Caldwell Partners International Inc. (TSX:CWL; OTCQX:CWLPF) reported that at its Annual General and Special Meeting of shareholders on February 22, 2022 there were 92 shareholders voting by proxy and in total, holding 13,624,230 voting common shares, representing 53.16% of the total number of Voting Common Shares outstanding.

Each of the directors listed as nominees in the management information circular dated January 12, 2022 (the "Circular") were elected directors of the Corporation until the next Annual Meeting.

The results of the vote for the election of directors, appointment of auditors and approval of the 2022 equity incentive plan are as follows:

1. Election of Directors - Elected Each of the directors listed as nominees in the management proxy circular dated January 12, 2022 were elected directors of the Corporation until the next Annual Meeting.		Voted for Percentage	Withheld from Voting Percentage
C. Christopher Beck		99.75%	0.25%
Paul R. Daoust		98.06%	1.94%
Darcy D. Morris		97.26%	2.74%
Elias Vamvakas		98.03%	1.97%
John N. Wallace		99.92%	0.08%
Kathryn A. Welsh		98.03%	1.97%
David Windley		99.96%	0.04%
John Young		97.88%	2.12%
2. Appointment of Auditors - Appointed		Voted for Percentage	Withheld from Voting Percentage
The shareholders appointed KPMG LLP as auditors of the Corporation and authorized the directors of the Corporation to fix the remuneration of the auditors.		96.90%	3.10%
3. Approval of the 2022 equity incentive plan - Approved		Voted for Percentage	Voted against percentage
The shareholders approved the resolution to confirm the 2022 equity incentive plan in the form set out as Schedule B to the Circular.		92.19%	7.81%

After the conclusion of the Annual and General Special Meeting, management presented an overview of the business and solicited questions from attendees. The presentation will be posted to the Corporation's website under the investor relations tab, annual meetings.

About Caldwell Partners

Caldwell Partners is a technology-powered talent acquisition firm specializing in recruitment at all levels. Through two distinct brands - Caldwell and IQTalent Partners - the firm leverages the latest innovations in AI to offer an integrated spectrum of services delivered by teams with deep knowledge in their respective areas. Services include candidate research and sourcing through to full recruitment at the professional, executive and board levels, as well as a suite of talent strategy and assessment tools that can help clients hire the right people, then manage and inspire them to achieve maximum business results.

Caldwell Partners' common shares are listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: CWL) and trade on the OTCQX Market (OTCQX: CWLPF). Please visit our website at www.caldwell.com for further information.

For further information, please contact:

Investors:
Chris Beck, CPA, President and Chief Financial Officer
cbeck@caldwellpartners.com
+1 (617) 934-1843

Media:
Caroline Lomot, Director of Marketing
clomot@caldwellpartners.com
+1 (516) 830-3535

SOURCE: Caldwell Partners International, Inc.

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FAQ

What were the results of Caldwell Partners' Annual General Meeting on February 22, 2022?

Caldwell Partners held its Annual General Meeting on February 22, 2022, where all nominated directors were elected and KPMG LLP was appointed as auditors. The 2022 equity incentive plan was also approved.

How many shareholders voted at Caldwell Partners' Annual General Meeting?

At Caldwell Partners' Annual General Meeting, 92 shareholders voted by proxy, representing 13,624,230 common shares, or 53.16% of the total voting shares.

What was the voter turnout for the election of directors at Caldwell Partners?

The election of directors at Caldwell Partners received high support, with the lowest approval being 97.26% for Director Darcy D. Morris.

What percentage of shareholders approved the 2022 equity incentive plan?

The 2022 equity incentive plan was approved by 92.19% of shareholders at Caldwell Partners' Annual General Meeting.