Caldwell Partners International: Shareholders Approve Directors with Strong Support

Caldwell Partners International (TSX:CWL), a technology-powered talent acquisition firm, held its Annual Meeting of shareholders on February 6, 2025, with a strong turnout and overwhelming approval for the election of directors and the appointment of auditors. The meeting saw 56 shareholders voting by proxy, representing 14,982,150 voting common shares, or 50.69% of the total outstanding shares.



Each of the directors listed as nominees in the management proxy circular dated January 2, 2025, was elected to serve on the board until the next Annual Meeting. The results of the vote for the election of directors and appointment of auditors are as follows:

1. Election of Directors:
* C. Christopher Beck: 99.97% approval, 0.03% withheld
* Terry Grayson-Caprio: 99.99% approval, 0.01% withheld
* Darcy D. Morris: 98.49% approval, 1.51% withheld
* John N. Wallace: 99.99% approval, 0.01% withheld
* John Young: 93.48% approval, 6.52% withheld
* Richard W. Pehlke: 99.99% approval, 0.01% withheld
* Rosemary Zigrossi: 98.54% approval, 1.46% withheld
2. Appointment of Auditors:
* KPMG LLP: 99.99% approval, 0.01% withheld

The high approval ratings for the elected directors reflect shareholders' confidence in the company's leadership and strategic direction. The strong support for the directors indicates that shareholders are satisfied with the performance and direction of the company under the current leadership. The approval ratings also suggest that shareholders believe the company is being led effectively and that the strategic direction is aligned with their interests.

The overwhelming approval for the appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors (99.99%) indicates shareholders' trust in the company's financial management and reporting practices. The high approval rate suggests that shareholders are content with the company's transparency in financial reporting and accountability in managing its financial affairs. The appointment of external auditors like KPMG LLP provides an independent check on the company's financial reporting processes, further bolstering shareholders' trust in the company's financial management.

In conclusion, the strong approval ratings for the elected directors and the appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors reflect shareholders' confidence in Caldwell Partners International's leadership, strategic direction, and financial management. The high level of support from shareholders indicates a positive outlook for the company's future performance and growth.