Denny's (NasdaqCM:DENN) 2026 Extraordinary General Meeting Transcript
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Summary of Denny's Corporation Special Meeting Company Overview - Company: Denny's Corporation (NasdaqCM: DENN) - Meeting Date: January 13, 2026 - Location: Virtual-only internet and audio webcast Key Points Discussed Meeting Structure and Legal Matters - The meeting was called to order by Olu Beck, Chair of the Board of Directors, with introductions of key management members including Kelli F. Valade, CEO, and Gail Sharps Myers, Chief Legal and Administrative Officer [2][3] - The meeting was conducted virtually, allowing stockholders to participate safely and efficiently [3] Voting Procedures - Stockholders were reminded to follow specific instructions for voting during the meeting, with a 16-digit control number required for virtual voting [9] - The polls opened for voting on three proposals presented to stockholders [9] Proposals Presented 1. Proposal 1: Adoption of the merger agreement with Sparkle Acquisition Corp., which involves the merger of Sparkle Acquisition Corp. with Denny's, making Denny's a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Sparkle Acquisition Corp. [10] 2. Proposal 2: Approval on a non-binding advisory basis of compensation related to the merger for named executive officers [11] 3. Proposal 3: Approval of adjournments of the meeting if necessary to solicit additional proxies [11] Voting Results - Proposal 1: Approved with at least 39,490,370 shares voting in favor [17] - Proposal 2: Approved with at least 34,741,402 shares voting in favor [17] - Proposal 3: Approved with at least 38,254,509 shares voting in favor, although adjournment was not necessary due to the approval of Proposal 1 [18][20] Attendance and Quorum - A quorum was established with at least 39,780,712 shares represented at the meeting out of a total of 51,498,994 shares outstanding [15] Future Actions - The final results of the meeting will be filed on Form 8-K within four business days [20] Additional Notes - Stockholders were given the opportunity to ask questions related to the proposals, with one question received regarding the expected completion of the transaction, which is anticipated to occur in the near future [12] - The meeting concluded without further business, and stockholders were thanked for their attendance [20]