AppFolio Details CEO Compensation Increase and Board Changes Ahead of Annual Meeting

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AppFolio filed its definitive proxy statement, revealing a new employment agreement for CEO Shane Trigg with increased compensation and significant 2026 equity awards, alongside details on recent board changes and standard shareholder proposals.

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• CEO Compensation Package Updated for 2026

  CEO Shane Trigg entered a new employment agreement on April 9, 2026, increasing his annual base salary to at least $570,000 (from $550,000 in 2025) and setting his annual bonus opportunity at 100% of base salary at target. For fiscal year 2026, he will receive a one-time RSU award of $5,000,000 and a one-time PSU award of $4,479,000. Future annual equity awards (2027-2030) will include a $5,000,000 RSU award and a formula-based PSU award.

• Board Composition Changes Detailed

  The board size was decreased from nine to seven directors on January 12, 2026, following the resignations of Timothy Bliss, Alex Wolf, and Robert Donald Casey III on August 7, 2025, due to potential conflicts of interest. Saori Casey was subsequently elected as a Class II Director effective February 12, 2026. The annual equity award for non-employee directors will increase from $150,000 to $200,000 for 2026.

• Routine Shareholder Proposals for Annual Meeting

  Shareholders will vote on the election of two Class II directors (Olivia Nottebohm and Saori Casey), the ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, and a non-binding advisory vote on named executive officer compensation.

• Delinquent Section 16(a) Reports Noted

  The filing disclosed late Form 3 and Form 4 reports in 2025 for Mr. Casey, Mr. Eaton, and Mr. Trigg, primarily attributed to delays in obtaining updated EDGAR filing codes or reporting a sale of Class A Common Stock.

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This definitive proxy statement outlines key corporate governance matters and executive compensation for AppFolio's upcoming annual meeting. The most significant update is the new employment agreement for CEO Shane Trigg, which includes a notable increase in his base salary and substantial equity grants for 2026. This compensation package is designed to incentivize long-term performance and retention. Additionally, the filing provides full details on recent board composition changes, including the appointment of a new director and a reduction in board size, which were previously disclosed. While the proposals for director elections and auditor ratification are routine, the comprehensive disclosure of executive incentives and board structure is important for investors to understand the company's leadership and governance framework.