Independent
Tenure on this board
22.3 yrs
Meeting calendar
PKOH · Annual meeting · Thursday, May 14, 2026
Park Ohio Holdings Corp
3 nominees · 3 ballot items.
Elect three directors; advisory approval of named executive officer compensation (say-on-pay); ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors; transact other business properly brought before the meeting.
Market cap
$537M
1Y TSR
+111.1%
Board grade
C+
Record date
Mar 20, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · May 14, 2026
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Proposals
On the ballot3
- 1
Election of Directors
ManagementBoard: FORElect three directors (Patrick V. Auletta, Howard W. Hanna IV, Dan T. Moore III) to serve three-year terms until the 2029 annual meeting.
- 2
Approval, on an Advisory Basis, of Named Executive Officer Compensation
ManagementBoard: FORNon-binding, advisory 'say-on-pay' vote to approve the compensation of named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement; held every three years.
More detail
This non-binding management proposal asks shareholders to approve, on an advisory basis, the company’s named executive officer compensation as disclosed in the proxy statement, including the Executive Compensation Discussion and Analysis and related tables. Management is seeking shareholder approval to validate its executive compensation philosophy and practices, which emphasize alignment of pay with company performance, use of performance-based annual cash bonuses and long-term restricted shares, and a triennial say-on-pay frequency chosen following prior shareholder preference. The proposal is advisory and not binding, but the Compensation Committee will consider the vote result when setting future compensation. The Board recommends FOR, citing the Compensation Committee’s review, shareholder engagement, use of an independent compensation consultant, and governance features such as clawback policy, stock ownership guidelines, and limits on guaranteed compensation. Key context includes the CEO’s bonus tied to 5% of consolidated adjusted income before income taxes (capped at $5 million), large restricted share awards to align long-term incentives, and shareholder feedback that set triennial voting frequency. A vote FOR supports management’s current approach; a vote AGAINST would signal shareholder discontent and could lead to further engagement or changes to compensation practices.
- 3
Ratification of the Appointment of Independent Auditors
ManagementBoard: FORRatify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the company’s independent auditors for fiscal year 2026.
Director elections
Nominees on the ballot3
Independent
Tenure on this board
7.8 yrs
Independent
Tenure on this board
23.5 yrs
Ownership
Latest 13F quarterTop institutional holders10
| # | Owner | % of shares | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL | 8.6% | 1,236,121 | $30M |
| 2 | PRIVATE MANAGEMENT GROUP INC | 7.1% | 1,023,003 | $25M |
| 3 | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP | 5.6% | 803,833 | $19M |
| 4 | GABELLI FUNDS LLC | 3.6% | 512,201 | $12M |
| 5 | First Eagle Investment Management, LLC | 3.3% | 481,247 | $12M |
| 6 | VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC | 2.9% | 421,077 | $10M |
| 7 | BlackRock, Inc. | 2.4% | 339,168 | $8M |
| 8 | AMERICAN CENTURY COMPANIES INC | 1.6% | 234,217 | $6M |
| 9 | ACADIAN ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC | 1.5% | 222,250 | $5M |
| 10 | BlackRock, Inc. | 1.5% | 208,935 | $5M |
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Reference
Frequently asked questions
- When is the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 annual meeting?
- Park Ohio Holdings Corp (PKOH) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
- What is the record date for the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 meeting?
- The record date for the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 meeting is Friday, March 20, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
- Who are the director nominees for Park Ohio Holdings Corp's 2026 meeting?
- The board is presenting 3 director nominees at the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
- What proposals will shareholders vote on at the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 meeting?
- Shareholders will vote on 3 proposals at the Park Ohio Holdings Corp 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
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