Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by Box, Inc. on March 24, 2022. The filing announces the scheduling of the Company's 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and establishes revised deadlines for stockholder proposals and director nominations.
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 events and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change is the rescheduling of the Annual Meeting. The 2022 Annual Meeting is set for July 14, 2022, which differs by more than thirty days from the anniversary of the 2021 Annual Meeting (held on September 9, 2021). Consequently, the standard deadlines for stockholder proposals under Rule 14a-8 are no longer applicable, and new deadlines have been established.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
- Annual Meeting Date: July 14, 2022.
- Record Date: The close of business on May 16, 2022, determines stockholders entitled to vote.
- Proposal Deadlines:
- For inclusion in proxy materials (Rule 14a-8): Written submission required by the close of business on April 4, 2022.
- For presentation at the meeting (outside Rule 14a-8): Written notice required by the close of business on April 15, 2022.
- Submission Address: Proposals must be sent to the Corporate Secretary at 900 Jefferson Ave., Redwood City, California 94063.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the new Annual Meeting date of July 14, 2022, to ensure voting eligibility.
- Confirm the record date of May 16, 2022, for determining voting rights.
- Note the strict April 4, 2022, deadline for submitting proposals intended for inclusion in the proxy statement.
- Note the April 15, 2022, deadline for submitting notices of business to be presented directly at the meeting.