Workiva Inc. Files 2024 Proxy Statement Highlighting Strong 2023 Results

Ticker: WK · Form: DEF 14A · Filed: Apr 17, 2024 · CIK: 1445305

Workiva Inc DEF 14A Filing Summary
FieldDetail
CompanyWorkiva Inc (WK)
Form TypeDEF 14A
Filed DateApr 17, 2024
Risk Levellow
Pages15
Reading Time18 min
Sentimentbullish

Sentiment: bullish

Topics: proxy-statement, annual-results, governance

TL;DR

Workiva crushed 2023 guidance w/ 20% sub growth & record cash flow. Time to vote!

AI Summary

Workiva Inc. filed its definitive proxy statement on April 17, 2024, highlighting strong 2023 financial results including 20% subscription growth and record cash flow. The company attributes its success to its global team of over 2,500 employees and its mission to power transparent reporting. The filing details the company's strategy and values.

Why It Matters

This filing provides shareholders with crucial information regarding the company's performance, executive compensation, and voting matters, enabling informed decisions about their investment.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — This is a standard annual proxy filing detailing company performance and governance, with no immediate new risks identified.

Key Numbers

  • 20% — Subscription Growth (Achieved in 2023, exceeding guidance.)
  • 2,500+ — Employees (Global team dedicated to company mission.)

Key Players & Entities

  • WORKIVA INC. (company) — Registrant
  • April 17, 2024 (date) — Filing Date
  • 2023 (date) — Fiscal Year
  • 2,500 (dollar_amount) — Number of employees

FAQ

What were Workiva's key financial achievements in 2023?

Workiva delivered strong 2023 financial results, beating full-year guidance on revenue and operating margin, achieving 20% subscription growth, and record cash flow.

What is Workiva's stated mission?

Workiva's expanded mission is to power transparent reporting for a better world.

How many employees does Workiva have?

Workiva has over 2,500 diverse and talented professionals.

When was this proxy statement filed?

This definitive proxy statement was filed on April 17, 2024.

What is the primary purpose of a DEF 14A filing?

A DEF 14A filing, or definitive proxy statement, is used by companies to solicit shareholder votes on important corporate matters, such as the election of directors and executive compensation.

Filing Stats: 4,572 words · 18 min read · ~15 pages · Grade level 11.3 · Accepted 2024-04-17 14:10:30

Filing Documents

From the Filing

wk-20240417 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ___________________________________ SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ___________________________________ Filed by the Registrant Filed by a Party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box: Preliminary Proxy Statement Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) Definitive Proxy Statement Definitive Additional Materials Soliciting Material Pursuant to 240.14a-12 WORKIVA INC. _____________________________________________________________ (Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter) _____________________________________________________________ (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant) Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box): No fee required. Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11 2900 University Blvd. Ames, IA 50010 Telephone: (888) 275-3125 April 17, 2024 Dear Fellow Stockholders: Workiva delivered strong financial results in 2023 for our stockholders, beating full year guidance on revenue and operating margin. We delivered 20% subscription growth, improved operating margins, and achieved record cash flow. Our performance was a direct result of our global team of talented and dedicated employees who continue to execute on our strategy, take care of our customers and each other, and live by our company values. Workiva set out to transform the world of financial reporting and disclosure. Today, we strive to fulfill our expanded mission to power transparent reporting for a better world. We are a company of over 2,500 diverse and talented professionals dedicated to amazing our customers and making a positive impact every day. Our company values and leadership principles inspire everything we do—from how we build our software and secure our customers to how we treat our employees, foster a culture of innovation, and positively impact our world. As the regulatory environment continues to grow in scope and complexity, so does the need for transparency and disclosure of financial and sustainability data. We deliver a unified platform offering financial and non-financial investor- grade business reporting that is a unique and key differentiator that separates us from the competition. We shine where data consistency, data integrity, and data accuracy are critical and narrative is required. We remain bullish on our future opportunities as we continue to address the large global reporting market that we see before us. Accordingly, on behalf of the Board of Directors and our leadership team, I'd like to invite you to attend the 2024 Workiva Inc. Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The meeting will be held virtually via live webcast on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. (Central Time). All Workiva stockholders of record at the close of business on April 1, 2024, are welcome to attend the Annual Meeting, but it is important that your shares are represented at the Annual Meeting whether or not you plan to attend. To ensure that you will be represented, we ask you to vote by telephone, by mail or over the Internet as soon as possible. Thank you for your trust in and ongoing support of Workiva. Julie Iskow President & Chief Executive Officer WORKIVA INC. Notice of Annual Meeting of Stockholders 2900 University Blvd. Thursday, May 30, 2024 Ames, IA 50010 9:00 a.m. Central Time The principal business of the Annual Meeting will be to : 1. Elect two Class I directors for a three-year term; 2. Approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of our named executive officers; 3. Approve the Amendment and Restatement of the Workiva Inc. 2014 Equity Incentive Plan to increase the number of shares that may be issued under the Plan; 4. Ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP ("EY") as our independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024 ; and 5. Transact any other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. You can vote at the Annual Meeting online or by proxy if you were a stockholder of record at the close of business on April 1, 2024 , by visiting www.meetnow.global/M7SSHK9 and entering the 15-digit control number on the Proxy Card, Email or Notice of Availability of Proxy Materials you previously received. You may revoke your proxy at any time prior to its exercise at the Annual Meeting. We are electronically disseminating Annual Meeting materials to our stockholders, as permitted under the "Notice and Access" rules approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Stockholders who have not opted out of Notice and Access will receive a Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials containing instructions on how to ac

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