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GOGO · Annual meeting · Thursday, May 28, 2026

Gogo Inc

3 nominees · 5 ballot items.

Election of three directors; advisory approval of executive compensation (“say-on-pay”); approval of the Amended and Restated 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (increase share reserve and extend plan term); ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm; and transaction of any other business properly brought before the meeting.

Market cap
$480M
1Y TSR
-78.1%
Board grade
C-
Record date
Apr 6, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · May 28, 2026

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Proposals

On the ballot5

  1. 1

    Election of Directors

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Elect the three Class I director nominees (Hugh W. Jones, Oakleigh Thorne, Charles C. Townsend) to serve three-year terms.

  2. 2

    Advisory Vote Approving Executive Compensation

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Non-binding advisory vote to approve compensation of named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy ('say-on-pay').

    More detail

    The Board asks shareholders to cast a non-binding advisory vote to approve the Company’s executive compensation as disclosed in the proxy. Management seeks endorsement of its pay-for-performance framework, which combines base salary, performance-based cash bonuses tied to revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, product milestones, legacy broadband targets and AVANCE shipments, and long-term RSUs to align executive incentives with stockholder value. The Compensation Committee, comprised of independent directors and supported by an independent consultant, argues the program balances retention (time‑vesting RSUs and inducement awards tied to post-acquisition retention), market competitiveness, and performance alignment. The Board will consider the advisory vote results when setting future compensation, though the vote is not binding. Key context includes 2025 performance where most targets were met/exceeded (e.g., Adjusted EBITDA ~100%, Galileo and AVANCE at 150%), resulting in roughly 122% of target bonus pool, and the presence of one-time retention/inducement awards tied to the Satcom Direct acquisition. Opposition risks include concerns about large one-time awards, pay quantum for the CEO compared with median employee (CEO pay ratio ~56:1), and potential dilution from equity grants. A 'For' vote supports management’s approach; a strong 'Against' showing could pressure future changes to program design and grant sizes.

  3. 3

    Approval of the Amended and Restated 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan (Restated 2024 Plan

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Approve restatement to increase share reserve by 8,555,000 shares (total 9,438,055) and extend plan expiration to ten years from effective date; incorporate existing governance limits and features.

    More detail

    Proposal 3 asks shareholders to approve a restatement of the company’s 2024 omnibus equity incentive plan to increase the share reserve by 8,555,000 shares (bringing total available to 9,438,055) and extend the plan term to ten years from the effective date. Management argues this increase is necessary to continue granting RSUs, PSUs, options and other awards to attract, retain and incentivize employees and directors—especially after recent heavy grant activity tied to the Satcom Direct acquisition and inducement awards. The Restated Plan explicitly includes governance protections such as no liberal share recycling, minimum one-year vesting (with limited exceptions), no repricing without shareholder approval, and director award caps. Approving the Restated Plan will reduce risk of equity pool depletion, avoid increased cash compensation alternatives that could affect reported earnings, and maintain alignment of employee incentives with stockholder interests. However, approving the increase also raises dilution concerns (fully-diluted overhang ~11.26% post-increase) and potential for future grant-size debate given sizeable inducement awards and CEO grant levels. The Compensation Committee’s historical practice of awarding time-based RSUs and limited use of options, as well as the company’s recent burn rate (~2.34% in 2025), provide context. If rejected, management warns that the company might have insufficient shares to grant competitive awards, potentially hampering growth and retention. Given the Board’s unanimous recommendation and governance features, the Restated Plan is framed as a measured, necessary update to support long-term talent alignment.

  4. 4

    Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (Deloitte & Touche LLP

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Ratify the Audit Committee’s appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.

  5. 5

    Transaction of Any Other Business

    Management

    Transaction of any other business properly brought before the Annual Meeting.

Director elections

Nominees on the ballot3

Ownership

Top institutional holders10

Latest 13F quarter
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5STATE STREET CORP2.6%3,580,768$14M
6VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC2.6%3,487,737$14M
7Capco Asset Management, LLC2.1%2,842,848$11M
8BlackRock, Inc.1.7%2,264,036$9M
9MILLENNIUM MANAGEMENT LLC1.6%2,137,062$9M
10Qube Research Technologies Ltd1.4%1,949,294$8M
Filings

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Gogo Inc 2026 annual meeting?
Gogo Inc (GOGO) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
What is the record date for the Gogo Inc 2026 meeting?
The record date for the Gogo Inc 2026 meeting is Monday, April 6, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
Who are the director nominees for Gogo Inc's 2026 meeting?
The board is presenting 3 director nominees at the Gogo Inc 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
What proposals will shareholders vote on at the Gogo Inc 2026 meeting?
Shareholders will vote on 5 proposals at the Gogo Inc 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
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