Sotherly Hotels Files 8-K on Security Holder Votes
Ticker: SOHON · Form: 8-K · Filed: Nov 17, 2025 · CIK: 1301236
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Sotherly Hotels INC. (SOHON) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.01 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: corporate-governance, preferred-stock, voting
Related Tickers: SOHO
TL;DR
SOHO filed an 8-K on Nov 17, 2025, regarding security holder votes on preferred stock series.
AI Summary
Sotherly Hotels Inc. filed an 8-K on November 17, 2025, reporting on a submission of matters to a vote of security holders. The filing details various series of cumulative redeemable perpetual preferred stock, including Series D (8.25%), Series C (7.875%), and Series B (8.00%), along with common stock and Sotherly Hotels LP. No specific voting outcomes or new financial transactions are detailed in this particular filing.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates that Sotherly Hotels Inc. is engaging with its security holders on important matters, which could impact the company's governance and future strategic decisions.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The filing is procedural and reports on a vote submission, not a significant event like a merger or financial distress.
Key Players & Entities
- Sotherly Hotels Inc. (company) — Filer
- November 17, 2025 (date) — Report Date
- 8.25% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (security) — Preferred Stock Series
- 7.875% Series C Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (security) — Preferred Stock Series
- 8.00% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock (security) — Preferred Stock Series
- Common Stock (security) — Equity Security
- Sotherly Hotels LP (company) — Subsidiary/Related Entity
FAQ
What specific matters were submitted for a vote of security holders?
The filing indicates a submission of matters to a vote of security holders, but the specific details of these matters are not elaborated upon in the provided text.
What is the significance of the different preferred stock series mentioned?
The filing lists Series D (8.25%), Series C (7.875%), and Series B (8.00%) Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock, indicating different classes of preferred equity with varying dividend rates.
When was this 8-K filing submitted?
This 8-K filing was submitted on November 17, 2025.
What is the primary business of Sotherly Hotels Inc.?
Sotherly Hotels Inc. operates within the Real Estate Investment Trusts sector, as indicated by its SIC code [6798].
Are there any new financial transactions or agreements disclosed in this filing?
This filing primarily concerns the submission of matters to a vote of security holders and does not appear to disclose new financial transactions or agreements.
Filing Stats: 723 words · 3 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 10 · Accepted 2025-11-17 16:45:27
Key Financial Figures
- $0.01 — nge on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value SOHO The Nasdaq Stock Mar
Filing Documents
- soho-20251117.htm (8-K) — 84KB
- 0001193125-25-284727.txt ( ) — 263KB
- soho-20251117.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 63KB
- soho-20251117_htm.xml (XML) — 12KB
07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. Sotherly Hotels Inc. (the "Company") held its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on November 17, 2025 (the "Annual Meeting"). The Company is providing the following information regarding the final results of the matters voted on by stockholders at the Annual Meeting: I. Election of six (6) directors to serve for the ensuing year and until their respective successors are elected: Director Nominee Votes For Votes Withheld Broker Non-Votes Maria L. Caldwell 8,261,062 309,970 6,625,724 David R. Folsom 6,834,930 1,736,102 6,625,724 G. Scott Gibson IV 8,266,167 304,865 6,625,724 Walter S. Robertson III 8,040,867 530,165 6,625,724 Andrew M. Sims 6,748,496 1,822,536 6,625,724 Gen. Anthony C. Zinni 6,714,230 1,856,802 6,625,724 II. Ratification of the appointment of Cherry Bekaert LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025: 14,678,788 shares in favor, 454,466 shares against, and 63,502 shares abstaining. There were no broker non-votes for this proposal. III. An advisory vote on executive compensation: 6,825,607 shares in favor, 1,722,551 shares against, and 22,874 shares abstaining. There were 6,625,724 broker non-votes for this proposal. IV. An advisory vote on the frequency of holding future advisory votes on executive compensation: 6,353,023 shares in favor of one year, 8,281 shares in favor of two years, 2,179,355 shares in favor of three years, and 30,373 shares abstaining. In light of the voting results for this Proposal IV, the Company will hold a non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation every year until the next vote on the frequency of stockholder votes on executive compensation.
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrants have duly caused this report to be signed on their behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: November 17, 2025 SOTHERLY HOTELS INC. By: /s/ Anthony E. Domalski Anthony E. Domalski Chief Financial Officer SOTHERLY HOTELS LP by its General Partner, SOTHERLY HOTELS INC. By: /s/ Anthony E. Domalski Anthony E. Domalski Chief Financial Officer