Summary
Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB) filed an 8-K on October 19, 2016, to announce the date of its 2017 annual meeting of stockholders, which is scheduled for May 18, 2017. The filing also provides important deadlines for stockholders wishing to nominate directors or submit proposals for consideration at the meeting. These deadlines are crucial for investors intending to participate actively in corporate governance or influence company policy through shareholder proposals. For direct nominations or business proposals not submitted under Rule 14a-8, notices must be received by the Corporate Secretary between January 19, 2017, and February 18, 2017. For proposals intended for inclusion in the company's proxy statement under Rule 14a-8, the deadline is December 10, 2016. Investors should note these dates carefully to ensure their actions are properly submitted.
Key Highlights
- 1Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB) has set the date for its 2017 annual meeting of stockholders as May 18, 2017.
- 2The filing establishes deadlines for submitting nominations for the Board of Directors.
- 3Specific deadlines are provided for stockholder proposals intended for inclusion in the proxy statement (Rule 14a-8).
- 4Deadlines are also outlined for other business to be brought before the annual meeting.
- 5The report details the required notice periods for both types of stockholder submissions.
- 6All submissions must comply with the company's By-Laws and SEC rules.