Runway Growth Finance Corp. Files 2025 Proxy Statement
Ticker: RWAYI · Form: DEF 14A · Filed: Dec 13, 2024 · CIK: 1653384
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, annual-meeting, governance
TL;DR
Runway Growth Finance Corp. filed its proxy statement for the Jan 23, 2025 shareholder meeting. Vote on directors & more.
AI Summary
Runway Growth Finance Corp. filed its definitive proxy statement on December 13, 2024, for its 2025 annual meeting of stockholders, scheduled for January 23, 2025. The filing outlines the proposals to be voted on by shareholders, including the election of directors and other corporate matters. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Why It Matters
This filing provides shareholders with crucial information about the company's governance and the proposals they will vote on, impacting the future direction and management of Runway Growth Finance Corp.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This is a routine proxy filing detailing upcoming shareholder votes and is not indicative of immediate financial risk.
Key Numbers
- 20250123 — Annual Meeting Date (Shareholders will vote on proposals at this date.)
- 20241213 — Filing Date (The proxy statement was filed on this date.)
Key Players & Entities
- Runway Growth Finance Corp. (company) — Registrant
- 20250123 (date) — Annual Meeting Date
- 20241213 (date) — Filing Date
- Chicago, Illinois (location) — Company Headquarters
FAQ
What is the primary purpose of this DEF 14A filing?
The primary purpose is to provide shareholders with information required for the annual meeting of stockholders, including details on proposals to be voted on, such as the election of directors.
When is the annual meeting of stockholders for Runway Growth Finance Corp. scheduled?
The annual meeting of stockholders is scheduled for January 23, 2025.
Who is the filer of this proxy statement?
The filer is Runway Growth Finance Corp., as indicated by the 'Registrant' designation.
What is the company's business address?
The company's business address is 205 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 4200, Chicago, IL 60601.
What is the fiscal year end for Runway Growth Finance Corp.?
The fiscal year end for Runway Growth Finance Corp. is December 31.
Filing Stats: 4,681 words · 19 min read · ~16 pages · Grade level 14.4 · Accepted 2024-12-13 17:04:12
Key Financial Figures
- $1.0 billion — , the parent of the New Owner, has over $1.0 billion in committed capital and a ten year fun
Filing Documents
- tm2427219-2_def14a.htm (DEF 14A) — 538KB
- px_24runwayproxy1pg01-bw.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 272KB
- px_24runwayproxy1pg02-bw.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 161KB
- 0001104659-24-128500.txt ( ) — 1083KB
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT 30 CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS 32 HOUSEHOLDING OF PROXY MATERIALS 34 OTHER MATTERS 35 EXHIBIT A A-1 TABLE OF CONTENTS RUNWAY GROWTH FINANCE CORP. 205 N. Michigan Ave Suite 4200 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 698-6902 PROXY STATEMENT FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS To Be Held On January 23, 2025 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THIS PROXY MATERIAL AND VOTING Why am I receiving these materials? We have sent you this Proxy Statement and the enclosed proxy card because the board of directors (the "Board") of Runway Growth Finance Corp. ("we," "us," or the "Company") is soliciting your proxy to vote at the special meeting of the Company's stockholders to be held on January 23, 2025 (the "Special Meeting"), including adjournments or postponements thereof, if any. On October 31, 2024, the Company announced that Runway Growth Capital LLC (the "Adviser") has entered into a transaction pursuant to which a newly formed entity, RGC Group Acquisition, LLC (the "New Owner"), owned by BCP Special Opportunities Fund III Originations LP ("SOF III"), an investment fund affiliated with BC Partners Advisors L.P. ("BCPA"), will acquire all of the outstanding equity interests in the Adviser (the "Adviser Change in Control"). The consummation of the Adviser Change in Control will result in an assignment and corresponding termination of the current investment management agreement, dated as of April 7, 2021, between the Company and the Adviser (the "Existing Advisory Agreement") in accordance with the requirements of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). You are invited to attend the Special Meeting to vote on the proposed investment management agreement between the Company and the Adviser described in this Proxy Statement, and to vote on the election of a director to serve for the remainder of the Class III director term until the Company's 2025 annual meeting of sto