National HealthCare (NYSE: NHC) details 2026 director and pay vote outcomes
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
National HealthCare Corporation reported the results of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 7, 2026. Shareholders owning 12,216,578 shares of Common Stock were present in person or by proxy, out of 15,599,046 shares outstanding as of the March 13, 2026 record date, so a quorum was established.
Shareholders re-elected Emil E. Hassan, Lisa Piercey, M.D., and William A. Adams as directors for three-year terms. For example, Hassan received 11,653,122 votes for, 544,934 against, and 18,522 abstentions. Shareholders also approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Named Executive Officers, with 11,964,538 votes for, 233,276 against, and 18,764 abstentions.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
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Item 5.07
Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Governance
Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.
Key Figures
Shares outstanding entitled to vote: 15,599,046 shares
Shares represented at meeting: 12,216,578 shares
Votes for Emil E. Hassan: 11,653,122 votes
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Shares outstanding entitled to vote
15,599,046 shares
Common Stock as of record date March 13, 2026
Shares represented at meeting
12,216,578 shares
Common Stock present in person or by proxy at May 7, 2026 meeting
Votes for Emil E. Hassan
11,653,122 votes
Director re-election at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes for Lisa Piercey, M.D.
12,176,280 votes
Director re-election at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes for William A. Adams
12,190,547 votes
Director re-election at 2026 Annual Meeting
Votes for say-on-pay
11,964,538 votes
Advisory vote on Named Executive Officer compensation
Votes against say-on-pay
233,276 votes
Advisory vote on Named Executive Officer compensation
Key Terms
quorum, Annual Meeting of Shareholders, advisory vote, Named Executive Officers, +1 more
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quorum financial
"12,216,578 shares of Common Stock were represented in person or by proxy; therefore, a quorum was present."
A quorum is the minimum number of members needed to officially hold a meeting or make decisions. It ensures that decisions are made with enough participation to represent the group’s interests, much like a majority must be present for a vote to be valid. For investors, understanding quorum is important because it affects when and how important company or organization decisions can be legally made.
advisory vote financial
"To consider an advisory vote on the compensation of our Named Executive Officers."
An advisory vote is a shareholder poll that expresses investors’ approval or concern about a company’s policy, executive pay, board decisions or other governance matters but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals investor sentiment and can pressure management to change course, so investors watch the result as a guide to future governance, risk and potential shifts in strategy.
Named Executive Officers financial
"To consider an advisory vote on the compensation of our Named Executive Officers."
Named executive officers are the senior company leaders whose names, roles and compensation are singled out in required regulatory filings; this typically includes the chief executive, chief financial officer and the next highest‑paid senior officers. Investors treat this list like a team roster — it shows who makes key decisions, how they are paid and whether incentives align with shareholder interests, so changes or pay patterns can signal governance quality, risk or strategic shifts.
Common Stock financial
"there were a total of 15,599,046 shares of Common Stock outstanding and entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting."
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
FAQ
Were NHC’s director nominees re-elected at the 2026 annual meeting?
Yes, all three nominees were re-elected. Emil E. Hassan, Lisa Piercey, M.D., and William A. Adams each received a majority of votes cast in favor, with relatively small numbers of against and abstain votes reported for each director candidate.
Who signed the NHC report disclosing the 2026 annual meeting voting results?
The report was signed on behalf of National HealthCare Corporation by Josh A. McCreary. He is identified as the company’s Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary, acting as an authorized officer for the filing.