Backblaze updates bylaws, modifies stockholder communication

Published 12/12/2024, 07:32
Backblaze updates bylaws, modifies stockholder communication

SAN MATEO, CA – Backblaze, Inc. (NASDAQ:BLZE), a cloud storage and data backup service provider with a market capitalization of $348 million and impressive revenue growth of 27% over the last twelve months, has implemented amendments to its bylaws, as disclosed in a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The changes, effective as of last Thursday, were approved by the company's board of directors. According to InvestingPro data, the company currently maintains a FAIR financial health score despite operating with moderate debt levels.

The revised bylaws, now termed the Amended and Restated Bylaws, introduce several administrative updates aimed at streamlining operations and clarifying existing procedures. One significant change is the reduction of the response time from the company’s Secretary to a nominating stockholder’s request for a written questionnaire, from 10 days to five business days.

Additionally, the company has adjusted its bylaws to ensure compliance with Rule 14a-19 under the Exchange Act. If a Proposing Person, as defined in the bylaws, does not meet the requirements of this rule or cannot provide sufficient evidence of compliance, their nomination of director candidates will not be considered, and any related proxies or votes will be disregarded.

In a move to centralize decision-making, the bylaws have also been modified to eliminate the provision that previously allowed the Chief Executive Officer to call a special meeting of the stockholders.

This corporate governance update comes as part of Backblaze's ongoing efforts to maintain best practices and follows standard procedures for publicly traded companies to periodically review and adjust their governing documents. The changes are detailed in the Amended and Restated Bylaws, which are attached to the Form 8-K filed with the SEC and are incorporated by reference.

While the company has shown strong momentum with a 14% price return over the past six months, InvestingPro analysis indicates that analysts have recently revised their earnings expectations downward for the upcoming period.

As per the SEC filing, these bylaw amendments do not indicate a shift in the company's strategic direction but rather an alignment with regulatory compliance and enhanced corporate governance standards. The company, headquartered in San Mateo, California, specializes in services classified under the prepackaged software industry.

With analyst consensus indicating a Strong Buy rating and multiple growth catalysts identified, investors seeking detailed insights can access comprehensive analysis through InvestingPro's exclusive Research Reports, which provide in-depth coverage of Backblaze among 1,400+ top US stocks.

The information presented in this article is based on a press release statement.

In other recent news, Backblaze reported a significant 29% revenue increase in its third quarter of 2024, reaching $32.6 million. The B2 Cloud Storage segment experienced a notable 39% surge in revenue, totaling $16.2 million. Additionally, the company achieved a record adjusted EBITDA margin of 12%. These recent developments indicate strong growth and expansion plans for the company.

Backblaze projects fourth-quarter revenue to be between $33.5 million and $33.9 million, and an annual revenue of $127 million to $128 million. The company is also planning to expand with a new data center in Canada, expected to launch in Q1 2025. Despite experiencing a churn earlier in the quarter and a 12% workforce reduction, Backblaze remains optimistic about future performance.

Management expressed confidence in the sales team's ability to adapt and improve sales efficiency, and significant upmarket opportunities are emerging with deals exceeding $1 million.

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