Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K reports on the Annual Meeting of Stockholders held by Veeva Systems Inc. on June 4, 2014. The filing details the voting results for two proposals presented to shareholders of record as of April 15, 2014.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on corporate governance and voting outcomes.
Material Changes
No material financial changes are reported in this document. The filing confirms the successful election of directors and the ratification of the independent auditor.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
The filing contains no guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding future financial performance. It notes that the election of directors and auditor ratification were routine matters described in the definitive proxy statement filed on April 25, 2014.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the election results for Class I directors Young Sohn and Kevin Spain.
- Confirm the ratification of KPMG LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2015.
- Note the dual-class voting structure: Class A shares carry one vote per share, while Class B shares carry ten votes per share.
- Review the definitive proxy statement (Schedule 14A) filed on April 25, 2014, for detailed background on the proposals.
Voting Results Summary
| Proposal | For | Against/Withheld | Abstentions/Non-Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Election of Directors (Young Sohn) | 804,940,352 | 90,329 (Withheld) | 8,043,895 (Broker Non-Votes) |
| Election of Directors (Kevin Spain) | 804,847,534 | 183,147 (Withheld) | 8,043,895 (Broker Non-Votes) |
| Ratification of KPMG LLP | 812,836,285 | 205,605 (Against) | 32,686 (Abstentions) |