Meeting Date
Specify date and start time clearly and in MM/DD/YYYY format; the date determines shareholder eligibility and applicable record date rules.
A correct notice preserves the legality of actions taken at the meeting, protects shareholder voting rights, and reduces the risk of post-meeting challenges. It provides clear recordkeeping and supports regulatory or fiduciary compliance.
Corporate officers and governance teams typically prepare AGM notices; outside advisors may review them before distribution.
Recipients include shareholders, members, regulators for public companies, and any party entitled to vote under the governing documents.
Typically prepares the notice, records the record date and ensures distribution meets bylaws and state law; maintains minutes and retention of completed notices and proxies.
Approves final agenda items and any special resolutions; may sign the notice where bylaws or state law require officer signature for validity.
Specify date and start time clearly and in MM/DD/YYYY format; the date determines shareholder eligibility and applicable record date rules.
Provide a physical address or secure virtual meeting link and any access instructions; include dial-in or login details and instructions for remote participation.
State the record date that determines which shareholders are eligible to vote; indicate how the record date was set under bylaws or board resolution.
List items to be voted on, including director elections and special resolutions, with clear language and, where necessary, text of proposed amendments.
Explain proxy submission process, deadlines, acceptable formats (electronic, mail), and any authentication required for valid proxy votes.
Note where supporting materials (proxy statement, financials) can be accessed or requested, and state how to obtain paper copies if required.
| Authentication Method | Email link | SMS code | KBA as needed |
|---|---|
| Reminder Schedule | Automated reminders 7 and 2 days prior |
| Delivery Method | Email, secure link, or registered mail |
| Template Reuse | Save standardized notice templates for consistency |
| Audit Trail Retention | Retain signer metadata and timestamps |
Ensure the platform you use supports secure delivery, signer authentication, and tamper-evident completed files.
Set by the board to determine eligible voters
Varies by bylaws; commonly 10–60 days
Set in notice or bylaws; observe cutoffs precisely
Provide proxy statements and exhibits before meeting
SEC disclosure rules may apply to solicitations
Board fixes meeting date and record date
Legal and operational details finalized
Sent to all eligible shareholders
Votes recorded; minutes approved
| Criteria | Legal Notice of AGM | Proxy Statement |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | inform meeting logistics | provide proxy solicitation details |
| Required Content | date, place, agenda | detailed disclosures, voting items |
| Timing | per bylaws/state | sec and bylaws for public filings |
| Delivery Method | mail or electronic per bylaws | often mailed and filed |
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no credit card required | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
Optica centralized board communications with digital notices to reduce manual steps.
Martin Properties moved AGM notices online for remote shareholders, improving response rates.