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RDW · Annual meeting · Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Redwire Corp

3 nominees · 4 ballot items.

Elect three Class II directors; ratify KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026; advisory (non-binding) vote to approve named executive officer compensation (say-on-pay); advisory (non-binding) vote on the frequency of future advisory votes on executive compensation (1, 2, or 3 years).

Market cap
$1.7B
1Y TSR
-31.1%
Board grade
C-
Record date
Mar 27, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · May 20, 2026

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Proposals

On the ballot4

  1. 1

    Election of Directors

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Elect three nominees (Reggie Brothers, Michael Greene and Dorothy D. Hayes) as Class II directors to serve until the 2029 Annual Meeting.

  2. 2

    Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Ratify the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026.

  3. 3

    Advisory Vote to Approve Named Executive Officer Compensation (Say-on-Pay

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of Redwire’s named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement.

    More detail

    This non-binding 'say-on-pay' proposal asks shareholders to approve the overall compensation paid to the Company's named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement. Management seeks this advisory approval to validate its compensation philosophy and practices—chiefly a pay-for-performance approach combining base salary, a Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) tied to revenue, adjusted EBITDA, bookings and individual goals, and long-term equity incentives (time-based and performance-based RSUs measured by stock price and TSR relative to the Russell 2000). The Compensation Committee oversees program design and retained Willis Towers Watson as advisor for market data and plan structure; the Board contends these elements align executives’ economic interests with long-term shareholder value and help retain critical leadership during integration and growth periods (including the recent RDT acquisition). Because the vote is advisory, it will not change past payments but the Board and Compensation Committee will review and consider the outcome when making future decisions. Notable context includes sizable equity awards and performance-based RSUs with hurdle and TSR metrics, a recent acquisition that affected payouts and retention decisions, and a pay-versus-performance profile that has materially fluctuated year-to-year. Potential governance considerations for sophisticated investors include the strength and clarity of performance metrics, the relative weighting of equity versus cash, and the treatment of performance in change-in-control or termination events. The Board’s recommendation to vote 'FOR' is justified by management as support for alignment, retention, and incentivizing long-term value creation, though shareholders should weigh the disclosed outcomes and pay-versus-performance reconciliation when evaluating the advisory request. While the proposal does not affect compensation contractually, a negative shareholder vote could prompt the Board or Compensation Committee to revise plan design or disclosure practices. Overall, the proposal is standard 'say-on-pay' governance practice and should be evaluated in light of the Company’s recent financial performance, equity grant structure, and executive retention needs.

  4. 4

    Advisory Vote to Approve the Frequency of Future Advisory Votes on Named Executive Officer Compensation (Say-on-Frequency

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Non-binding advisory vote for shareholders to choose whether future advisory votes on executive compensation should be held every 1 year, 2 years, or 3 years (or abstain); the Board recommends every year.

    More detail

    This proposal asks shareholders to indicate their preference for how often the Company should hold non-binding advisory votes on named executive officer compensation—every one, two or three years. Management favors an annual vote, arguing that yearly advisory votes provide a regular and timely channel for shareholder input on compensation practices and permit quicker board responsiveness to investor concerns or changes in business strategy. From a governance standpoint, an annual frequency increases shareholder engagement and aligns with prevailing practice among many public companies, but can also create administrative costs and the potential for short-termism in compensation decisions. The vote is non-binding; nonetheless, the Board and Compensation Committee have committed to consider the outcome when setting future policies. Company-specific context includes recent material equity awards, performance-based RSU structures tied to stock price and TSR, and ongoing integration following the RDT acquisition, all of which argue for regular shareholder feedback. Institutional investors may weigh the benefits of frequent oversight against the risk that annual votes incentivize shorter-term incentive targets. If shareholders choose a multi-year frequency, the Board could receive less frequent feedback, potentially slowing adjustments to compensation design. For investors evaluating the proposal, the key considerations are responsiveness and accountability versus stability and reduced administrative burden; the Board’s recommendation of 'Every Year' emphasizes responsiveness and frequent engagement.

Director elections

Nominees on the ballot3

Independent
Tenure on this board
4.9 yrs
Also a director at
Leonardo Drs Inc (DRS)York Space Systems Inc (YSS)
Independent
Tenure on this board
0.8 yrs
Also a director at
Bigbearai Holdings Inc (BBAI)
Ownership

Top institutional holders10

Latest 13F quarter
1AE INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS, LP16.9%33,614,246$286M
2STATE STREET CORP3.5%6,917,054$59M
3BlackRock, Inc.3.5%6,874,502$58M
4BANK OF AMERICA CORP /DE/3.4%6,668,813$57M
5VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC2.8%5,600,421$48M
6CITADEL ADVISORS LLC1.7%3,454,354$29M
7VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC1.7%3,360,331$29M
8TWO SIGMA INVESTMENTS, LP1.5%3,051,043$26M
9BlackRock, Inc.1.4%2,767,616$24M
10VAN ECK ASSOCIATES CORP1.3%2,509,804$21M
Filings

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Redwire Corp 2026 annual meeting?
Redwire Corp (RDW) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
What is the record date for the Redwire Corp 2026 meeting?
The record date for the Redwire Corp 2026 meeting is Friday, March 27, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
Who are the director nominees for Redwire Corp's 2026 meeting?
The board is presenting 3 director nominees at the Redwire Corp 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
What proposals will shareholders vote on at the Redwire Corp 2026 meeting?
Shareholders will vote on 4 proposals at the Redwire Corp 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
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