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TABLE OF CONTENTS
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Health Fitness Corporation will be held at 3:30
p.m., Central time, on May 21, 2007, at the Companys corporate offices, 3600 American Boulevard
West, Bloomington, Minnesota, for the following purposes:
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To elect 8 individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for a term of one
year or until their successors are duly elected and qualified. |
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To approve the Companys amended and restated 2005 Stock Option Plan. |
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To approve the Companys 2007 Equity Incentive Plan. |
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To ratify the selection of Grant Thornton LLP as the Companys independent
registered public accounting firm for 2007. |
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To consider and act upon such other matters as may properly come before the
meeting and any adjournments or postponements thereof. |
Only shareholders of record at the close of business on April 2, 2007 are entitled to notice
of the meeting and to vote at the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
Your vote is important. We ask that you complete, sign, date and return the enclosed proxy in
the envelope provided or vote over the internet or by telephone, as described on the enclosed
proxy. The prompt return of proxies will save the Company the expense of further requests for
proxies.
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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D. |
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President and Chief Executive Officer |
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Bloomington, Minnesota
April 16, 2007
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
Annual Meeting of Shareholders
May 21, 2007
PROXY STATEMENT
INTRODUCTION
Your proxy is solicited by the Board of Directors of Health Fitness Corporation (the
Company) for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on May 21, 2007, at the location and
for the purposes set forth in the Notice of Meeting, and at any adjournment or postponement
thereof.
The cost of soliciting proxies, including the preparation, assembly and mailing of the proxies
and soliciting material, as well as the cost of forwarding such material to beneficial owners of
the Companys Common Stock, will be borne by the Company. Directors, officers and regular
employees of the Company may, without compensation other than their regular remuneration, solicit
proxies personally or by telephone.
You may vote your shares by telephone, over the internet or by mail by following the
instructions on the enclosed proxy. If you vote by telephone or over the internet, you do not need
to return your proxy by mail. Internet and telephone voting facilities will close at 12:00 p.m.,
Central time, on May 18, 2007. If your shares are held in street name, you must instruct the
record holder of your shares in order to vote.
Any shareholder giving a proxy may revoke it at any time prior to its use at the meeting by
giving written notice of such revocation to the Secretary of the Company or by attending and voting
at the meeting. Proxies not revoked will be voted in accordance with the choice specified by
shareholders by means of the ballot provided on the Proxy for that purpose. Proxies which are
signed but which lack any such specification will, subject to the following, be voted in favor of
the proposals set forth in the Notice of Meeting and in favor of the number and slate of directors
proposed by the Board of Directors and listed herein. If a shareholder abstains from voting as to
any matter, then the shares held by such shareholder shall be deemed present at the meeting for
purposes of determining a quorum and for purposes of calculating the vote with respect to such
matter, but shall not be deemed to have been voted in favor of such matter. Abstentions,
therefore, as to any proposal will have the same effect as votes against such proposal. If a
broker returns a non-vote proxy, indicating a lack of voting instructions by the beneficial
holder of the shares and a lack of discretionary authority on the part of the broker to vote on a
particular matter, then the shares covered by such non-vote proxy shall be deemed present at the
meeting for purposes of determining a quorum but shall not be deemed to be represented at the
meeting for purposes of calculating the vote required for approval of such matter.
The mailing address of the principal executive offices of the Company is 3600 American
Boulevard West, Suite 560, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431. The Company expects that this Proxy
Statement, the related proxy and Notice of Meeting will first be mailed to shareholders on or about
April 16, 2007.
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OUTSTANDING SHARES AND VOTING RIGHTS
The Board of Directors of the Company has fixed April 2, 2007 as the record date for
determining shareholders entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting. Persons who were not shareholders
on such date will not be allowed to vote at the Annual Meeting. At the close of business on April
2, 2007, 19,630,740 shares of the Companys Common Stock were issued and outstanding. The Common Stock is the only
outstanding class of capital stock of the Company entitled to vote at the meeting. Each share of
Common Stock is entitled to one vote on each matter to be voted upon at the meeting. No holders of
any capital stock of the Company are entitled to cumulative voting rights.
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PRINCIPAL SHAREHOLDERS AND MANAGEMENT SHAREHOLDINGS
The following table sets forth as of April 2, 2007 certain information regarding beneficial
ownership of our Common Stock by:
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Each person known to us to beneficially own 5% or more of our Common Stock; |
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Each executive officer named in the Summary Compensation Table on page 30, who in this
proxy statement are collectively referred to as the named executive officers; |
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Each of our directors (including nominees); and |
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All of our executive officers (as that term is defined in the Securities Act of 1933)
and directors as a group. |
We have determined beneficial ownership in accordance with Rule 13d-3 under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934. Beneficial ownership generally means having sole or shared voting or
investment power with respect to securities. Unless otherwise indicated in the footnotes to the
table, each shareholder named in the table has sole voting and investment power with respect to the
shares of Common Stock set forth opposite the shareholders name. We have based our calculation of
the percentage of beneficial ownership on 19,630,740 shares of Common Stock outstanding on April 2,
2007. Unless otherwise noted below, the address of each beneficial owner listed on the table is
c/o Health Fitness Corporation, 3600 American Blvd. W., Suite 560, Bloomington, MN 55431.
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5% Beneficial Owners: |
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Perkins Capital Management, Inc.
730 East Lake Street
Wayzata, MN 55391 |
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2,631,752 |
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Pequot Capital Management, Inc.
500 Nyala Farm Road
Westport, CT 06680 |
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2,468,840 |
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Magnetar Capital Master Fund, Ltd.
c/o Magnetar Financial LLC
1603 Orrington Ave., 13th Floor
Evanston, IL 60201 |
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1,946,250 |
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Gruber & McBaine Capital Management
50 Osgood Place Penthouse
San Francisco, CA 94133 |
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1,435,860 |
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Named Executive Officers and Directors: |
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Gregg O. Lehman |
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68,333 |
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Jerry V. Noyce |
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578,105 |
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Wesley W. Winnekins |
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169,250 |
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Jeanne C. Crawford |
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Brian Gagne |
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Katherine M. Hamlin |
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James A. Bernards |
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166,000 |
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Mark W. Sheffert |
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156,722 |
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John C. Penn |
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106,000 |
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Linda Hall Whitman |
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101,000 |
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Rodney A. Young |
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K. James Ehlen |
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Shares not outstanding but deemed beneficially owned by virtue of the right of a person to
acquire them as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date, are treated as outstanding
only when determining the percent owned by such individual and when determining the percent
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In its most recent Schedule 13G/A filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on
January 12, 2007, Perkins Capital Management, Inc. represents that it has sole voting power
over 1,024,000 of the shares, no voting power over the remaining 1,607,752 shares and sole
dispositive power over all such shares. |
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In its most recent Schedule 13G/A filing with the SEC on April 10, 2007, Pequot Capital
Management, Inc. represents that it holds for the accounts of its clients 1,569,200 shares of
Common Stock and 899,640 shares of Common Stock issuable pursuant to currently exercisable
warrants. Pequot Capital Management, Inc. is an investment advisor registered under Section
203 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and, as such, has beneficial ownership of these
shares through the investment discretion it exercises over its clients accounts. Although
such accounts do not have beneficial ownership of such shares for purposes of Section 13 and
Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, one account of Pequot Capital Management,
Inc., Pequot Scout Fund, L.P., owns of record more than 5% of the Companys outstanding
shares. |
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In its most recent Schedule 13G filing with the SEC on February 15, 2007, affiliates of
Magnetar Capital Master Fund, Ltd. represent that they own for the benefit of that entity
1,571,400 shares of Common Stock and 374,850 shares issuable pursuant to currently exercisable
warrants. Magnetar Financial serves as investment adviser to Magnetar Capital Master Fund.
In such capacity, Magnetar Financial exercises voting and investment power over the shares
held for the account of Magnetar Capital Master Fund. Magnetar Financial is a registered
investment adviser under Section 203 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended.
Magnetar Capital Partners serves as the sole member and parent holding company of Magnetar
Financial. Supernova Management is the general partner of Magnetar Capital Partners. The
manager of Supernova Management is Mr. Alec Litowitz. |
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In its most recent Schedule 13G filing with the SEC on January 26, 2007, Gruber & McBaine
Capital Management, LLC (GMCM), Eric B. Swergold, J. Patterson McBaine and Jon D. Gruber
represent that they possess shared voting and shared dispositive power of 1,255,320 shares of
Common Stock. GMCM also holds currently exercisable warrants to purchase 180,540 shares of
Common Stock. GMCM is a registered investment advisor whose clients have the right to receive
or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the
stock. Messrs. Gruber and McBaine are the managers, controlling persons and portfolio managers
of GMCM. No individual client holdings of the stock are more than five percent of the
outstanding stock. Lagunitas Partners, LP is an investment limited partnership of which GMCM
is the general partner. Lagunitas is not a member of any group within the meaning of Rule
13d-5(b) and disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities with respect to its ownership is
reposited. Jon D. Gruber has sole voting and dispositive power over 146,860 shares in
addition to those held through Gruber & McBaine Capital Management. J. Patterson McBaine has
sole voting and dispositive power over 161,160 shares in addition to the 1,255,320 held
through Gruber & McBaine Capital Management. |
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Includes 15,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options that were exercisable
by Mr. Lehman as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 319,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options that were exercisable
by Mr. Noyce as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 169,250 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options that were exercisable
by Mr. Winnekins as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 112,500 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Ms. Crawford that
were exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. Also includes 39,000
shares held by Ms. Crawfords spouse. |
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Includes 42,500 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Mr. Gagne that were
exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 42,500 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Ms. Hamlin as of
April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 10,000 shares held by an employee benefit plan over which Mr. Bernards has voting
and investment power, and 95,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options that
were exercisable by Mr. Bernards as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 81,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Mr. Sheffert that
were exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 81,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by each of Mr. Penn,
Ms. Whitman and Mr. Young that were exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such
date. |
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Includes 73,500 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Dr. Ehlen that were
exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 45,000 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options by Mr. Marzec that
were exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. |
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Includes 1,392,625 shares which may be purchased upon exercise of options that were
exercisable as of April 2, 2007, or within 60 days of such date. Excludes 553,882 shares held
of record by two officers, but held in escrow at Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, and
subject to forfeiture on or prior to approximately June 30, 2007 in accordance with the terms
of that certain Escrow Agreement dated December 23, 2005 to which such officers, Wells Fargo
and the Company are parties. |
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ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
(Proposal #1)
General Information
The Board of Directors has fixed the number of directors for the ensuing year at eight (8) and
the independent directors of the Board recommend that eight (8) of the current members be nominated
and elected at the Annual Meeting. Under applicable Minnesota law, the election of each nominee
requires the affirmative vote by a plurality of the voting power of the shares present and entitled
to vote on the election of directors at the Annual Meeting at which a quorum is present.
In the absence of other instructions, each proxy will be voted for each of the nominees listed
below. If elected, each nominee will serve until the next annual meeting of shareholders and until
his or her successor shall be elected and qualified. If, prior to the meeting, it should become
known that any of the nominees will be unable to serve as a director after the meeting by reason of
death, incapacity or other occurrence, the proxies will be voted for such substitute nominee as is
selected by the Board of Directors or, alternatively, not voted for any nominee.
The names and ages of all of the director nominees and the positions held by each with the
Company are as follows:
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Mark W. Sheffert
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Jerry V. Noyce
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Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D.
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President and Chief Executive Officer |
K. James Ehlen, M.D.
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Robert J. Marzec
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John C. Penn
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Linda Hall Whitman, Ph.D.
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Rodney A. Young
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Mark W. Sheffert, a director of the Company since January 2001 and Chairman of the Board since
May 2006, has served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Manchester Companies, Inc., an
investment banking and business advisory firm, since December 1989. Prior to that, he was
President of First Bank System, Inc. (now U.S. Bank) a $28 billion bank holding company
headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He also served as Chairman and CEO for First Trust, a $20
billion trust company based in St. Paul, Minnesota. For 10 years prior to First Bank, Mr. Sheffert
served as President and Chief Operating Officer of North Central Insurance Company. Mr. Sheffert
has served on the Board of Directors for over thirty-eight public and private companies, and he
currently serves on the Board of BNC Bank Corp, a publicly-held company, and Mesaba Airlines, a
subsidiary of MAIR Holdings, a publicly-held company.
Jerry V. Noyce has been the Vice Chairman of the Company since January 1, 2007. He served as
President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company from November 2000 through December 31, 2006
and has been a director since January 2001. From October 1973 to March 1997, he was Chief
Executive Officer and Executive Vice President of Northwest Racquet, Swim & Health Clubs. From
March 1997 to November 1999, Mr. Noyce served as Regional Chief Executive Officer of CSI/Wellbridge
Company, the successor to Northwest Racquet, where he was responsible for all operations at the
Northwest Clubs and
the Flagship Athletic Club. Since January 2006, Mr. Noyce has served on the board of directors of
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Health Enhancement Research Organization, a not-for-profit coalition of organizations with
common interests in health promotion, disease management and health related productivity research.
Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., has been a director of the Company since September 22, 2006, and, on
January 1, 2007 became President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. From March 2006
through December 2006 Mr. Lehman served as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of
INSPIRIS Inc., a Nashville-based specialty care management company that provides care to frail
Medicare Advantage members in long-term care facilities. From 2003 to 2006, Mr. Lehman was
President and Chief Executive Officer of Gordian Health Solutions, Inc., a Nashville company
dedicated to improving the health of employees and dependents for employers and health plans. From
1998 to 2003, Mr. Lehman served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business
Coalition on Health, a Washington D.C.-based movement of ninety employer-led coalitions seeking
better quality and more cost-effective healthcare for employees. Mr. Lehman has a Ph.D. and an
M.S. from Purdue University in Higher Education Administration.
K. James Ehlen, M.D., a director of the Company since April 2001, currently serves as Chief
Executive Officer of the Halleland Health Consulting Group, a Minneapolis-based health consulting
firm. From February 2001 to April 2003, Dr. Ehlen served as Chief, Clinical Leadership, for Humana
Inc., a national managed care organization. He was Executive Leader of Health Care Practice for
Halleland Health Consulting Group from May 2000 to February 2001 and was a self-employed health
care consultant from June 1999 to May 2000. From October 1988 to June 1999, Dr. Ehlen served as
Chief Executive Officer of Allina Health System, an integrated health care organization. Dr. Ehlen
currently provides medical advisory consulting services to the Company as a representative of
Halleland Health Consulting. See Certain Transactions on page 17. Dr. Ehlen is also a director
of Angeion Corporation, a publicly-held company.
Robert J. Marzec, C.P.A., a director of the Company since May 2004, retired in July 2002 as a
partner in PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Mr. Marzec was admitted to the firms partnership in 1979
and was the managing partner of the firms Minneapolis office from 1991 to 1998. Mr. Marzec holds
a Bachelors Degree from Northwestern University and a Masters Degree in Business Administration
from DePaul University. Mr. Marzec is also a director of Medtox Scientific, Inc. and Apogee
Enterprises, Inc., both of which are publicly-held companies. He also serves on a number of civic
boards and committees.
John C. Penn, a director of the Company since April 2001, served as Chairman of the Board from
January 2004 to May 2006, and currently serves as Chairman of Intek Plastics, Inc., a custom
extruder of plastic products for the window and door industries. From 1999 to 2003, he served as
Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Satellite Companies, a family-owned group of three
companies engaged in the manufacture and international sales of portable restroom equipment,
distribution and rental of relocateable buildings, and sales and maintenance of private aircraft.
He served for 21 years as an outside board member of those companies before joining them as an
employee in 1999. For 25 years prior to joining Satellite Companies, Mr. Penn served as Chief
Executive Officer of several companies in the manufacturing and medical industries, including
Center for Diagnostic Imaging, Benson Optical and Arctic Enterprises. Mr. Penn is also a director
of Angeion Corporation, a publicly-held company.
Linda Hall Whitman, Ph.D., a director of the Company since April 2001, was Chief Executive
Officer of MinuteClinic, a healthcare services company, from 2002 to 2005. Linda joined
UnitedHealth Group in 2006 as Vice President, Business Development in Public and Senior Markets
Group. Prior to that, she was President of Ceridian Performance Partners (an employee benefits
provider), Ceridian Corporation from 1996 through 2000 and Vice President, Business Integration at
Ceridian from 1995 to 1996. From 1980 to 1995 she served in various management and executive
positions with Honeywell, Inc., including Vice President, Consumer Business Group from 1993 to
1995. Ms. Whitman was a
director of MTS Systems Incorporation from 1985 through January 2006 and August Technology
Corporation from 2001 to 2006. She served on the Ninth District Federal Reserve Bank Board as a
Class C Director from 1999 to 2005, and served as its Chair from 2004 to 2005.
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Rodney A. Young, a director of the Company since April 2001, has served as President, Chief
Executive Officer and director of Angeion Corporation, a publicly-held medical company, since
November 2004, joining Angeion as its Executive Vice President in July 2004. Mr. Young was Chief
Executive Officer and President of LecTec Corporation, a developer, manufacturer and marketer of
healthcare consumer and over-the-counter pharmaceutical products, from August 1996 to July 2003,
also serving as the Chairman of the Board of LecTec from November 1996 to July 2003. Prior to
that, Mr. Young served Baxter International, Inc. for five years in various management roles, most
recently as Vice President and General Manager of the Specialized Distribution Division. Mr. Young
also serves as a director of Possis Medical, Inc., a publicly-held company, Delta Dental Plan of
Minnesota and Allina Health Care System.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Independence
The Board of Directors has determined that Mark W. Sheffert, James A. Bernards, Robert J.
Marzec, John C. Penn, Rodney A. Young and Linda Hall Whitman, constituting a majority the Board of
Directors, are independent directors since none of them is believed to have any relationships that,
in the opinion of the Board of Directors, would interfere with the exercise of independent judgment
in carrying out the responsibilities of a director and since such directors otherwise satisfy the
requirements of Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15). Although the Company is not subject to Nasdaq rules, the
Board of Directors believes that Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15) is helpful in determining the Companys
independent directors. On February 22, 2007, James Bernards advised the Board that he would not
stand for re-election as a director at the 2007 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. After Mr. Bernards
is no longer a director, five of the Companys remaining eight directors will satisfy the foregoing
independence requirements.
Although Gregg O. Lehman was an independent director when he was appointed to the Board on
September 22, 2006, he is now precluded from being considered independent because he has been
employed by the Company as President and Chief Executive Officer since January 1, 2007. Similarly,
Jerry V. Noyces position with the Company as Vice Chairman prevents him from being considered an
independent director. K. James Ehlen is precluded by the Board from being independent since he has
received compensation as a consultant to the Company. The Company expects that Dr. Ehlen will
qualify as an independent director under Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15) on February 1, 2008. See Certain
Transactions on page 17.
Code of Conduct
The Board has approved Ethics and Code of Conduct policies that apply to all employees,
directors and officers, including the principal executive officer, principal financial officer,
principal accounting officer and controller. The Ethics and Code of Conduct policies address such
topics as protection and proper use of our assets, compliance with applicable laws and regulations,
accuracy and preservation of records, accounting and financial reporting, conflicts of interest and
insider trading. The Ethics and Code of Conduct policies are available on the Companys website at
www.hfit.com. Health Fitness Corporation intends to include on its website any amendment to, or
waiver from, a provision of its Ethics or Code of Conduct policy that applies to the principal
executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer and controller that
relates to any element of the code of ethics definition enumerated in Item 406(b) of Regulation S-K
under the Securities Act of 1933.
Shareholder Communications with the Board of Directors
Shareholders may communicate directly with the Board of Directors. All communications should
be directed to the Companys Secretary at the address below and should prominently indicate on the
outside of the envelope that it is intended for the Board of Directors or for non-management
directors, and the
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Companys Secretary will forward the communications to all specified directors.
If no director is specified, the communication will be forwarded to the entire Board. Shareholder
communications to the Board should be sent to:
Health Fitness Corporation Board of Directors
Attention: Secretary
3600 American Boulevard West, Suite 560
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
Director Attendance at Annual Meetings
Directors attendance at Annual Meetings can provide shareholders with an opportunity to
communicate with directors about issues affecting the Company. The Company does not have a policy
regarding director attendance, but all directors are encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting of
Shareholders. The 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders was attended by eight directors.
Committee and Board Meetings
During fiscal 2006, the Board held eight formal meetings. The directors often communicate
informally to discuss the affairs of the Company and, when appropriate, take formal action by
written consent of a majority of all directors, in accordance with the Companys charter and bylaws
and Minnesota law.
The Companys Board of Directors has four standing committees, the Audit Committee, the
Compensation/Human Capital Committee, the Finance Committee and the Nominating/Governance
Committee. Members of such committees met formally and informally from time to time throughout
fiscal 2006 on committee matters.
Each director attended 75% or more of the aggregate number of meetings of the Board and of
committees of which he or she was a member.
Current Committee Membership
The following table sets forth the membership of each of the Companys committees.
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Robert J. Marzec (Chair)
James Bernards(4)
Mark W. Sheffert
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Linda Hall Whitman (Chair)
John C. Penn
Rodney A. Young
K. James Ehlen(5)
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John C. Penn (Chair)
James Bernards(4)
Mark W. Sheffert
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Robert J. Marzec
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Gregg O. Lehman and John C. Penn replaced James Bernards as members of the Compensation and
Human Capital Committee in November 2006. Mr. Lehman resigned from this Committee when he
began negotiating for an employment position with the Company. |
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replaced Mark W. Sheffert as Chair of the Finance Committee in May 2006. |
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Mark W. Sheffert replaced John C. Penn as Chair of the Nominating/Governance Committee in May
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James Bernards replaced John C. Penn as a member of the Audit Committee in November 2006. On
February 22, 2007, James Bernards advised the Board that he would not stand for re-election as
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Audit Committee
The Audit Committee is comprised of directors Robert J. Marzec (Chair), James A. Bernards and
Mark W. Sheffert. Messrs. Marzec, Bernards and Sheffert satisfy, in the judgment of the Board of
Directors, the independence requirements of Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15) (although the Company is not
required to comply with such provision), and the Audit Committee satisfies the criteria of Section
10A(m)(3) and Rule 10A-3 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The Audit Committee is
responsible for the oversight relating to the Companys systems of internal and disclosure controls
and its financial accounting and reporting matters. The Audit Committee is also responsible for
appointment, compensation, retention and oversight of the work of any publicly registered
accounting firm, including the Companys independent public accountants. The Audit Committee
charter is attached to this proxy statement as Exhibit A, and may be amended by approval of the
Board. The charter was last amended on March 27, 2007. The Audit Committee met five times during
fiscal 2006.
Audit Committee Financial Expert
The Board has determined that Robert J. Marzec is the audit committee financial expert as
defined in Item 407(d)(5)(ii) of Regulation S-K under the Securities Act of 1933. The designation
of Mr. Marzec as the audit committee financial expert does not impose on Mr. Marzec any duties,
obligations or liability that are greater than the duties, obligations and liability imposed on Mr.
Marzec as a member of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors in the absence of such
designation or identification.
Compensation/Human Capital Committee
The responsibility for evaluation of the compensation policies of the Company, oversight of
managements performance, and recommendations regarding compensation of senior management, has been
delegated by the Board to the Compensation/Human Capital Committee of the Board, which is referred
to in this proxy statement as the Compensation Committee.
Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
The current members of the Compensation Committee are Linda Hall Whitman, Ph.D. (Chair), John
C. Penn, Rodney A. Young and K. James Ehlen, M.D. The Board has determined that each of Ms.
Whitman and Messrs. Penn and Young is independent, since none of them is believed to have any
relationships that, in the Boards opinion, would interfere with the exercise of independent
judgment in carrying out the responsibilities of a director. The Board has also determined that
these Compensation Committee members satisfy the definition of independence set forth in Nasdaq
Rule 4200(a)(15) (although the Company is not required to comply with such provision). None of
these members of the Compensation Committee is or ever has been an employee or officer of the
Company, and none of these members is affiliated with any entity other than the Company with which
an executive officer of the Company is affiliated.
In addition to the three independent members, K. James Ehlen, M.D., a director who also serves
as a medical advisor to the Company, is a member of the Compensation Committee. The Board
originally appointed Dr. Ehlen as a non-voting member of the Compensation Committee due to his role
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a medical advisor to the Company. In March 2007, in connection with reserving the Boards final
authority to approve compensation for the Section 16 officers, as described below, and requiring
that the Compensation Committee would continue to have three independent members, the Board
determined that Dr. Ehlen could vote on Compensation Committee matters. The Company believes that
Dr. Ehlen is particularly valuable in discussions regarding the performance and adequacy of the
Companys personnel, including its executive officers, and in all other personnel policy matters.
Dr. Ehlens membership on the Compensation Committee is subject to the continuing condition that he
not receive more than $30,000 in consulting fees during any twelve-month period. In 2006, the
Company paid Dr. Ehlen $4,500 for his
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consulting services. The Company expects that Dr. Ehlen will
qualify as an independent director under Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15) on February 1, 2008.
The Board appointed Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., our President and Chief Executive Officer, to the
Compensation Committee on November 2, 2006 when Mr. Lehman was an independent director. Subsequent
to this appointment, the Board entered into discussions with Mr. Lehman to engage him as President
and Chief Executive Officer, and due to these discussions, on November 21, 2006, Mr. Lehman
resigned from his position on the Compensation Committee. Mr. Lehman entered into an employment
agreement with the Company on December 1, 2006 and his employment with the Company became effective
on January 1, 2007, as discussed in Employment Agreement with Gregg Lehman on page 34.
Compensation Committee Charter and Scope of Authority
Under the Compensation Committees written charter, the primary duties and responsibilities of
the Compensation Committee include the following:
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approving compensation plans, performance reviews and salaries for executives,
other than executives designated by the Board as subject to Section 16 under the Securities
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recommending to the Board compensation plans, performance reviews and salaries
for Section 16 officers, |
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reviewing and discussing with management the Compensation Discussion & Analysis
section and determining whether to recommend to the full Board that it be included in the
annual report and proxy statement; |
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approving bonus and cash incentive plans and related payout potential and
objectives, other than for Section 16 officers; |
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recommending to the Board bonus and cash incentive plans and related payout
potential and objectives for Section 16 officers; |
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recommending stock option, employee stock purchase, restricted stock and other
equity incentive plans to the full Board for submission to shareholders; |
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granting stock option and other equity awards to executives and management/key
associates, other than Section 16 officers; |
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recommending to the Board stock option and other equity awards to Section 16 officers; |
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reviewing and recommending to the full Board material changes to the 401(k) plan; and |
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working with management on human capital matters, including organizational
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The Compensation Committee charter is attached to this proxy statement as Exhibit B, and may
be amended by approval of the Board. The charter was last amended on March 27, 2007.
Prior to March 12, 2007, the Compensation Committee had the authority to set salary, bonuses
and other compensation elements for all executives other than the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer, and to grant equity awards to all executives other than the Vice Chairman, Chief Executive
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Officer and Chief Financial Officer. However, the Board determined that it would be appropriate
for the full Board to approve compensation and all other compensation-related determinations for
all of the executives designated by the Board as Section 16 officers, in order to provide the Board
with more active oversight of compensation policies and practices relating to the key executives.
The Board amended the Compensation Committee charter and adopted an amended and restated Stock
Option Plan, as described under Approval of Amended and Restated 2005 Stock Option Plan on page
46, which reserve this approval authority to the Board, limit the Compensation Committees role as
administrator of the plans and require full Board approval for any matters relating to the Section
16 officers.
The Board has designated the following executives as the Companys Section 16 officers:
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Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D.
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Jerry V. Noyce
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Vice Chairman |
Wesley W. Winnekins
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Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer |
Jeanne C. Crawford
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Vice President-Human Resources and Secretary |
James A. Narum
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Vice President Account Services U.S. Auto |
David T. Hurt
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Vice President Account Services Fitness Management |
Katherine M. Hamlin
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Vice President Account Services Health Management |
Brian J. Gagne
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National Vice President Health Management |
Michael R. Seethaler
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John F. Ellis
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Peter A. Egan, Ph.D.
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In making its compensation decisions and recommendations, the Compensation Committee takes
into account the recommendations of the Chief Executive Officer. Other than giving his
recommendations, the Chief Executive Officer does not participate in the Compensation Committees
decisions regarding executive compensation. With respect to its recommendations for compensation
of the Section 16 officers, the Compensation Committee evaluates those executives respective
performances in light of established goals and objectives and applies the same principles it
follows in determining the compensation of the other executive officers. All of the Compensation
Committees actions, decisions and recommendations are reported to our Board.
The Compensation Committees authority does not include approving or recommending compensation
for our directors, which is reviewed and recommended to the full Board by the Nominating/Governance
Committee, as discussed on page 15.
The Compensation Committee may create subcommittees consisting of one or more directors and
delegate any of its duties and responsibilities to any such subcommittees, unless otherwise
prohibited by applicable laws or listing standards. However, subcommittees may not have any
decision-making
authority and must report regularly to the Compensation Committee. In addition, the Compensation
Committee previously had the authority periodically to grant the Chief Executive Officer the
authority to grant a specific number or a stated range of stock option awards to management/key
employees within stated parameters and within a stated timeframe. The Compensation Committee did
not make any such delegations in 2006, and the amended and restated the charter of the Compensation
Committee no longer includes this authority.
Compensation Committee Meetings and Actions
The Compensation Committee met ten times in 2006. The schedule of meetings, as well as the
agenda for each Compensation Committee meeting, is made by the Chair of the Compensation
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in consultation with management. The Chief Executive Officer and Vice President of Human Resources
typically attend all Compensation Committee meetings, other than any discussions relating to the
setting of executive compensation, and the Chief Financial Officer attended meetings at which the
Compensation Committee discussed the development of our new management bonus program, described
below. Representatives of the Companys legal counsel began to attend Compensation Committee
meetings in December 2006, and representatives of Upstart Solutions, or Upstart, a compensation
consultant, attended Compensation Committee meetings in December 2006 at which the Compensation
Committee discussed the new management bonus program described below.
Compensation Consultants
The Compensation Committee utilized the services of two compensation consultants in 2006.
At the end of 2005, the Compensation Committee authorized management to engage Launch Venture
Services, or Launch, a compensation consultant chosen by management, to compare executive
compensation data of publicly-traded companies with similar revenue profiles to that of the Company
and in business services industries, as well as data from various public company surveys. As part
of its study, Launch made various recommendations as to changes in base salary, annual incentives,
total cash compensation and stock option grants to executives. Launch reported its results to
management, which presented these results to the Compensation Committee. The Compensation
Committee and Board used this information in setting executive compensation in 2006, as discussed
in Compensation Discussion and Analysis Compensation Programs and Elements of Compensation
Overview, beginning on page 20.
Later in 2006, when the Compensation Committee began discussing the new management bonus
program, it authorized management to work with Launch to review elements of the plan proposed by
the Compensation Committee and modeled by management. This review was limited solely to elements
of the plan developed by the Compensation Committee and management up to that point, and did not
include any recommendations by Launch as to a specific program. Management reported the results of
this review to the Compensation Committee.
As the management bonus program developed and became more complex, the Compensation Committee
authorized management to engage a different compensation consultant recommended by the Compensation
Committee, Upstart, to formulate a new plan. Rather than reviewing materials prepared by
management and the Compensation Committee, Upstart developed a complete plan with management for
the Compensation Committee to consider. A representative of Upstart attended two Compensation
Committee meetings and one Board meeting to describe its recommended plan. See Compensation
Discussion And Analysis Compensation Programs and Elements of Compensation Benchmarking,
beginning on page 21, and Compensation Discussion and Analysis Management Bonus Program,
beginning on page 27.
The Company paid all amounts due to these compensation consultants, at the approval of the
Compensation Committee. The Chair of the Compensation Committee received copies of the bills
submitted by these compensation consultants.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee, which consists of John C. Penn (Chair), Mark W. Sheffert and James A.
Bernards, is charged with exploring strategic opportunities and the methods that might be available
for financing such opportunities. The Finance Committee charter is attached to this proxy
statement as Exhibit C, and may be amended by approval of the Board. The charter was last amended
on March 27, 2007. The Finance Committee did not meet during fiscal 2006.
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Nominating/Governance Committee
The Nominating/Governance Committee consists of the Chairman of the Board (Mark W. Sheffert),
the Chairman of the Audit Committee (Robert J. Marzec), the Chairman of the Compensation/Human
Capital Committee (Linda Hall Whitman), and the Chairman of the Finance Committee (John C. Penn).
Though not required to comply with such provision, the Board believes that each member of the
Nominating/Governance Committee satisfies the independence requirements of Nasdaq Rule 4200(a)(15).
The nominees for election to the Board at the annual meeting of shareholders were recommended by
the Nominating/Governance Committee. The Nominating/Governance Committee charter is attached to
this proxy statement as Exhibit D, and may be amended by approval of the Board. The charter was
last amended on March 27, 2007. The Nominating/Governance Committee met two times during fiscal
2006.
The Nominating/Governance Committee will review director nominees proposed by shareholders.
Shareholders may recommend a nominee to be considered by the Nominating/Governance Committee by
submitting a written proposal to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, at Health Fitness
Corporation, 3600 American Boulevard West, Suite 560, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431. A consent
signed by the proposed nominee agreeing to be considered as a director should accompany the written
proposal. The proposal should include the name and address of the nominee, in addition to the
qualifications and experience of said nominee.
The Nominating/Governance Committee is responsible for tasks relating to the adoption of
corporate governance policies and procedures, the nomination of directors, the review and
recommendation of the Board of Directors Compensation Plan, and the oversight of the organization
of Board committees. The Nominating/Governance Committee has the ability to employ recruiting
firms to assist in the identification and recruitment of director candidates and other advisors,
but it did not do so in 2006.
When selecting candidates for recommendation to the Board of Directors, the
Nominating/Governance Committee will consider the attributes of the candidates and the needs of the
Board and will review all candidates in the same manner, regardless of the source of the
recommendation. In evaluating director nominees, a candidate should have certain minimum
qualifications, including being able to read and understand basic financial statements, be familiar
with our business and industry, have high moral character and mature judgment, and be able to work
collegially with others. In addition, factors such as the following shall be considered:
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appropriate size and diversity of the Board; |
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needs of the Board with respect to particular talent and experience; |
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knowledge, skills and experience of nominee; |
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familiarity with domestic and international business affairs; |
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legal and regulatory requirements; |
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appreciation of the relationship of our business to the changing needs of society; and |
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desire to balance the benefit of continuity with the periodic injection of the
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2006 Director Compensation
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Mark W. Sheffert (Chair) |
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32,438 |
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11,700 |
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Gregg O. Lehman (3) |
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5,000 |
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32,000 |
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8,700 |
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45,700 |
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James A. Bernards |
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21,500 |
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11,700 |
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K. James Ehlen |
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24,000 |
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11,700 |
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4,500 |
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40,200 |
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Robert J. Marzec |
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29,875 |
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10,950 |
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40,825 |
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John C. Penn |
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27,750 |
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11,700 |
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39,450 |
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Linda Hall Whitman |
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27,500 |
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11,700 |
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39,200 |
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Rodney A. Young |
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25,250 |
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11,700 |
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36,950 |
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Cary Musech(8) |
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6,375 |
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Represents the amount recognized for financial statement reporting purposes for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 2006 in accordance with FAS 123(R). The assumptions used to determine
the valuation of the awards are discussed in Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations and in Note 9 to our consolidated financial statements,
each included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission on March 30, 2007. Each of the option awards reflected in this column was
fully vested when granted, and the grant date fair value of each of these awards, computed in
accordance with FAS 123(R), is the same as the amount recognized for financial statement
reporting purposes as reflected in this column. The full grant date fair value of all of the
awards to these directors, computed in accordance with FAS 123(R), is $89,850. |
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As of December 31, 2006, each non-employee director had the following number of options
outstanding: Mark W. Sheffert, 81,000; Gregg O. Lehman, 15,000; James A. Bernards, 95,000;
K. James Ehlen, 73,500; Robert J. Marzec, 45,000; John C. Penn, 81,000; Linda Hall Whitman,
81,000; and Rodney A. Young, 81,000. |
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In accordance with the Board of Directors Compensation Plan, on May 16, 2006, Mr. Sheffert,
Mr. Bernards, Dr. Ehlen, Mr. Penn, Ms. Whitman and Mr. Young each received six-year fully
vested options to purchase 15,000 shares of the Companys Common Stock at an exercise price of
$1.95 per share. |
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Mr. Lehman became a director on September 22, 2006. |
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In accordance with the Board of Directors Compensation Plan, on September 22, 2006, Mr.
Lehman received a grant of fully vested 20,000 shares of the Companys Common Stock. The
Company recognized the expense based upon the number of shares, multiplied by $1.60, the
closing price of the Companys Common Stock on the date of grant. |
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In accordance with the Board of Directors Compensation Plan, on September 22, 2006, Mr.
Lehman received a six-year fully vested option to purchase 15,000 shares of the Companys
Common Stock at an exercise price of $1.60 per share. |
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Includes compensation for consulting services unrelated to directorship. See Certain
Transactions on page 17. |
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In accordance with the Board of Directors Compensation Plan, on May 18, 2006, Mr. Marzec
received a six-year fully vested option to purchase 15,000 shares of the Companys Common
Stock at an exercise price of $1.82 per share. |
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Mr. Musech resigned from our Board of Directors on April 7, 2006. He did not receive an
option award during fiscal 2006. |
Material Factors That May Affect An Understanding of the Director Compensation Table
Under the Board of Directors Compensation Plan effective on January 17, 2007, directors who
are not employees of the Company receive the following compensation:
1. Each director receives an annual cash retainer of $12,000, payable quarterly at a
rate of $3,000 in advance of each quarter.
2. The Chairman of the Board receives an additional annual cash retainer of $6,000,
payable quarterly at a rate of $1,500 in advance of each quarter. In addition, in January
2007 the non-
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employee directors, other than Mark W. Sheffert, approved an additional annual
fee of $30,000 to Mr. Sheffert for his additional services provided in connection with the
launch of the Companys strategic plan and related projects and the development of the
Companys Office of the Chair structure, which was formed upon the appointment of Jerry V.
Noyce as Vice Chairman and Gregg O. Lehman as President and Chief Executive Officer. This
fee will be paid quarterly and is subject to suspension or termination by the Board.
3. The Chair of the Audit Committee receives an additional annual cash retainer of
$5,000, payable quarterly at a rate of $1,250 in advance of each quarter.
4. The Chairs of each of the Compensation/Human Capital and Nominating/Governance
Committees receives an additional annual cash retainer of $2,500, payable quarterly at a
rate of $625 in advance of each quarter.
5. The Chair of the Finance Committee receives a $250 committee meeting fee (in
addition to fees paid to all committee members for their attendance at such committee
meetings).
6. Each director receives a cash payment of $1,000 for attending each regular and
special Board meeting. Telephonic Board meetings, or a directors telephonic attendance at
a Board meeting, are compensated at 75% of the full payment.
7. Committee members receive a cash payment of $500 for attending each regular and
special committee meeting. Telephonic committee meetings, or the directors telephonic
attendance at a committee meeting, will be compensated at 75% of the full payment.
8. Upon the initial election to the Board, a director receives a grant of 20,000 shares
of Common Stock.
9. Upon the initial election to the Board and annually thereafter, a director will
receive a six-year fully vested option to purchase 15,000 shares of Common Stock. The
option will have an exercise price equal to the fair market value of the Common Stock on the
date of grant.
CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS
Under its charter, as amended on March 27, 2007, the Audit Committee has the responsibility to
review transactions that are considered related party transactions under Rule 404 of Regulation
S-K of the Securities Act of 1933, and make a recommendation to the full Board, excluding inside
and interested directors. The full Board of independent directors then ultimately determines
whether to approve the transaction. In accordance with Minnesota corporate law, directors who
believe that they may be related parties in transactions with the Company will inform the Board of
such belief, provide all relevant information, and recuse themselves from any consideration of such
transactions. If a director believes but is not certain that he has a related party relationship,
the Nominating/Governance Committee will make the determination following consideration of all
available information.
The only related party transaction that occurred in 2006 relates to K. James Ehlen, M.D., who
is the Chief Executive Officer of Halleland Health Consulting Group and serves on our Board. On
December 1, 2003, the Company entered into a Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Ehlen. The
scope of services provided by Dr. Ehlen primarily included serving as the Companys medical
advisor, representing the Company as its lead clinical representative with clients, and supporting
the Companys enhancement of its corporate health and wellness services strategy. The agreement
had an initial term of 120 days and stated that Dr. Ehlen would receive a monthly retainer of
$10,000. On April 1, 2004, the
Company renewed the agreement with Dr. Ehlen. The new agreement stated that Dr. Ehlen would
receive a monthly retainer of $7,500 and expired on December 31, 2004. Currently, Dr. Ehlen
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to provide substantially the same services to the Company on a month-to-month basis. For
fiscal year 2006, the Company paid Dr. Ehlen $4,500 for his services.
VOTE REQUIRED
The Board recommends that you vote FOR each of the nominees to the Board of Directors set
forth in this Proposal #1. Under applicable Minnesota law, the election of each nominee requires
the affirmative vote by a plurality of the voting power of the shares present and entitled to vote
on the election of directors at the Annual Meeting at which a quorum is present.
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EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Compensation Discussion and Analysis
Overview
In this section, we describe the Companys compensation programs and policies and the material
elements of compensation for our named executive officers.
The Compensation Committee oversees our compensation and benefits policies and reviews the
compensation for all of our executive officers. Prior to March 12, 2007, the Compensation
Committee had the authority to set salary, bonuses and other compensation elements for all
executives other than the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and to grant equity awards to
all executives other than the Vice Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
However, the Board determined that it would be appropriate for the full Board to approve
compensation and all other compensation-related determinations for all of the Section 16 officers,
including the named executive officers, in order to provide the Board with more active oversight of
compensation policies and practices relating to the key executives.
Guiding Principles and Objectives for Compensation
The Board and Compensation Committee have developed an executive compensation program that is
designed to attract, retain, motivate and fairly reward the high performing individuals that the
Company needs in order to achieve and maintain a competitive position in the employee health
improvement industry. The program is also intended to ensure the accomplishment of the Companys
financial objectives and to align the interests of employees, including management, with those of
long-term shareholders. The following principles influence and guide the Companys compensation
practices:
Compensation rewards performance.
The Company has followed a practice of linking compensation, including executive compensation,
to individual levels of performance, as well as to the performance of the Company as a whole.
Performance-based compensation is also intended to foster and sustain a performance-oriented
culture at the Company.
Compensation levels are sufficiently competitive to attract and retain talent.
Overall compensation levels are targeted to attract the type of talent needed to achieve and
maintain a leadership position in the Companys industry, and then to retain that talent in the
long-term.
Compensation aligns interests of executives with shareholders.
Executive compensation is intended to align the interests and expectations of our executive
officers with the interests and expectations of our shareholders by rewarding executive officers
for achieving financial growth of the Company.
Incentive compensation is awarded based upon clear objectives.
Incentive compensation is linked to specific performance objectives that management can
understand and have a reasonable prospect to achieve, while keeping in line with the Companys
strategic goals. These objectives are balanced and linked across different functional areas.
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Compensation reflects position and responsibility, and incentive compensation is a greater part of
total compensation for more senior positions.
Total compensation generally increases with position and responsibility, and is structured so
as to avoid disparities among employees with similar duties. As position and responsibility
increases, a greater percentage of total compensation is tied to corporate and individual
performance, and therefore at risk. Thus, individuals with greater roles and responsibilities
associated with achieving the Companys performance targets bear a greater proportion of the risk
that those goals are not achieved and receive a greater proportion of the reward if the goals are
met or exceeded. This philosophy encourages executives to meet performance targets and achieve
long term revenue and earnings growth, while also fostering a sense of fairness among officers.
Incentive compensation strikes a balance between short-term and long-term performance.
The compensation plans encourage management to achieve strong annual performance in a manner
that supports and ensures the Companys long-term success. To reward a balanced approach, the
Company uses both an annual incentive bonus plan and long-term equity incentives. Our long-term
incentives put shares of our stock in the hands of the executive officers to give them a meaningful
stake in long-term success of the business.
Compensation Programs and Elements of Compensation
Overview
The Companys executive compensation program in 2006 had three basic elements: base salary,
non-equity incentive compensation in the form of an annual bonus, and long-term, equity-based
incentive compensation. Each element was established in light of individual and Company
performance, compensation programs at companies with comparable revenue and service profiles,
equity among employees, and cost effectiveness. Our Chief Executive Officer and Vice President of
Human Resources worked with the Compensation Committee and Board, as well as with external
compensation consultants, to establish compensation plans to achieve the Companys performance
targets. The principles that total compensation increases with position and responsibility, and
that compensation is tied to performance, are reflected by the fact that the portion of each
element varies with position, level of responsibility, and achievement of individual and Company
performance targets.
Each year the Compensation Committee reviews its executive compensation polices and programs
and determines what changes, if any, are appropriate for the following year. To establish the
amount for each element, the Compensation Committee reviews annual performance objectives for each
executive officer with the Chief Executive Officer, evaluates each officers goals and the
contributions made by that person to the Company, considers any internal pay disparities and what
actions should be taken to correct them and reviews each officers key responsibility areas. The
Compensation Committee also reviews recommendations from the Chief Executive Officer as to salary
increases, bonuses and stock option grants to all executive officers.
As part of its role in reviewing and recommending compensation for our Chief Executive
Officer, the Compensation Committee circulates and reviews a CEO Development Evaluation to the full
Board, which includes evaluations of the Chief Executive Officers competencies in several
categories. The Chief Executive Officer also performs his own self-evaluation. The Chairman of
the Board collects the evaluations and discusses the results with the Chief Executive Officer, and
the results are presented to the full Board. The Compensation Committee reviews the individual
performances of each of the other named executive officers and in the future will recommend to the
Board, rather than set, the compensation for these executive officers.
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Tally Sheets
The Compensation Committee reviews tally sheets which include the executives base salaries
and performance-based bonuses for the prior year. In making stock option grants, or
recommendations for stock option grants in the case of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, the Compensation Committee reviewed the prior five years of stock option grants
to these executives, as well as the expense to the Company of those grants and all proposed new
grants. The tally sheets also typically include additional information setting forth the total
compensation obligations to our executives under various scenarios, including voluntary
termination, retirement scenarios, involuntary termination and involuntary termination due to our
change-in-control. The Compensation Committee expects to continue to use tally sheets in the
future in making recommendations for compensation for the named executive officers, and the Board
will review the same tally sheets in approving this compensation.
Benchmarking
In the past, the Vice President of Human Resources has collected available data regarding
executive compensation at other companies with similar revenue profiles and in business services
industries as a basis of comparison. However, in 2006, the Compensation Committee also reviewed
information on executive compensation at other companies collected by Launch Venture Services, or
Launch, a compensation consultant, which the Compensation Committee authorized management to
engage. Launch compared executive compensation data of publicly-traded companies located in the
Twin Cities metropolitan area and elsewhere with similar revenue profiles to that of the Company
and in business services industries, as well as data from various public company surveys. The
companies analyzed in Launchs survey include the following: Plato Learning, Inc., Hawkins
Chemical Inc., Digi International, Inc., Stellent, Inc., Famous Daves, Inc., Datalink Corporation,
CNS, FSI International, Hickory Tech Corporation, Rimage Corporation, Nortech Systems Incorporated,
Fargo Electronics, Inc., Possis Medical, Inc., RTW, Inc., Medtox Scientific, Inc., Synovis, Cash
Systems, Inc., Delphax Technologies, Inc., HMN Financial, Inc., Excelligence Learning Corporation,
Omega Protein Corporation, Inc., TRM Corporation, NationsHealth, Phase Forward Incorporated, Precis
Health, WebSideStory, Inc., and United American Healthcare Corporation.
As part of its study, Launch determined that the Companys salaries and incentive targets were
generally below the median range for the companies in the study and made recommendations as to
changes in base salary, annual incentives, total cash compensation and stock option grants to
executives. Launch reported its results to management, which presented these results to the
Compensation Committee. The Compensation Committee and Board considered these results to assist it
in setting executive compensation in 2006, which resulted in increases in base salary and stock
option grants to principal executives in order to bring these compensation elements in line with
the minimum of the median salary and option ranges of the comparable companies.
At the end of 2006, based upon the recommendation of members of the Compensation Committee,
management worked with another compensation consultant, Upstart Solutions, or Upstart, to
strengthen the long-term nature of the compensation program. In addition to assisting with the
development of the new management bonus program, as described below, Upstart developed a list of
comparable companies in the health, wellness and fitness services industries, which the
Compensation Committee and Board expect to use as a basis for comparison of executive compensation
in 2007 and in future years. The companies in this group include the following: Capital Senior
Living Corporation, CareGuide, Inc., Continucare Corporation, I-trax, Inc., National Home Health
Care Corp., NightHawk Radiology Holdings, Inc., NovaMed, Inc., PainCare Holdings, Inc., The
Providence Service Corporation, U.S. Physical Therapy, Inc., and ATC Healthcare, Inc.
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Main Elements of Compensation
Base Salary
Base salary is designed to be in the median range of salary levels for equivalent positions at
comparable companies nationwide, which is intended primarily to attract high performing individuals
while remaining in line with compensation amounts paid by other companies. Each executives actual
salary within this competitive framework depends on the individuals performance, responsibilities,
experience, leadership and potential future contribution. As the Compensation Committee has deemed
necessary (but not necessarily every year), it reviews base salary for each executive officer by
identifying pay levels for similar roles in other organizations and the past performance of the
executive officers. The Compensation Committee then considers the scope of responsibilities for
each role, the value added by the executive throughout the year and the internal equity of
established pay levels. Executives do not necessarily receive increases every year. When they do,
the changes are typically effective in March of the new fiscal year. Promotional increases
normally take place when new roles are assumed.
The original base salaries of the named executive officers were set by their employment
agreements, with increases for the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer determined by the
Board upon recommendation of the Compensation Committee and increases for the other executive
officers determined by the Compensation Committee. In accordance with the study by Launch
described above, the Compensation Committee, or, in the case of the Chief Executive Officer, the
Board, determined that the base salaries of the Companys executive officers were below the median
range for other comparable companies. Accordingly, along with annual merit increases, modest
increases to achieve levels closer to the minimum of the median ranges were made to base salaries
in 2006, which the Compensation Committee and Board felt was important in order to retain the
executives.
In the future, the Compensation Committee will not have the authority to approve salary
increases for the Section 16 officers, including the named executive officers, but will recommend
any increases to the Board.
Annual Bonus
The Company uses non-equity incentive compensation in the form of annual bonuses to motivate,
reward and retain executives on a short-term basis. The annual bonus also may be used to attract
individuals based upon year-to-year earning potential in the marketplace. The Compensation
Committee and Board designed the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan to provide an annual cash bonus to
executive officers based on the achievement of certain financial objectives for the Company, as set
by the Board, which the executive officers could understand and influence. Payments under the
bonus plan are primarily based on the achievement of financial objectives tied to revenue and
earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. In addition, a small portion of
bonuses paid to certain executives in 2006 was based upon other factors which the Compensation
Committee and Board determined were appropriate for particular positions, such as performance in a
particular business area for the head of that business area.
The Compensation Committee observed that the bonus incentive targets used by the Company in
2005 were generally below the median ranges for the companies in the Launch study described above.
The Compensation Committee and Board approved the measures and target bonus opportunities at the
beginning of 2006 after reviewing the Companys strategic objectives and market pay information for
similar roles in other organizations. The 2006 Executive Bonus Plan as approved by the Board
provided for the following:
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The level of bonus received corresponds with the Company achieving between 95% to 110% or more of
budgeted financial objectives. No bonuses are earned on financial objectives for which the Company
achieves less than 95% of the planned target. The Company believes that the budgeted financial
targets for 2006 were aggressive, yet achievable, and that disclosure of the exact budgeted
financial objectives would cause it competitive harm.
Based upon the Companys performance in 2006, our Vice Chairman, for his performance as Chief
Executive Officer in 2006, received a bonus of 30% of his 2006 annual salary, our Chief Financial
Officer received a bonus of 20% of his 2006 annual salary, and the other named executive officers
received bonuses of 18% or 19% of their 2006 annual salaries.
In addition to the bonuses payable to the named executive officers under the 2006 Executive
Bonus Plan, these executive officers received bonus payments at the beginning of fiscal 2006 that
they earned under the 2005 Executive Bonus Plan. Under the 2005 Executive Bonus Plan:
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The level of bonus was based upon the Company achieving between 100% to 110% or more of budgeted
financial objectives. The Companys financial results in 2005 were at 93% of the targets
established in the 2005 Executive Bonus Plan and therefore most of the executive officers were not
eligible to receive bonuses under this plan. However, the Board and Compensation Committee
exercised discretion to grant modest bonuses below the minimum payouts under the 2005 Executive
Bonus Plan to some of the executive officers based on individual performance as a reward for that
performance and retention purposes.
Long-Term Incentives
In order to foster its policies of growth and alignment of shareholder interests with those of
key employees, the Company provides long-term, equity-based incentives that will encourage
executives to work to create lasting revenue and earnings growth. Equity-based incentives are also
a useful tool for attracting talent who would achieve long term earning potential. Under the
program in 2006, long-term incentive compensation consisted of stock options that vest ratably on
an annual basis for a term of four years, and expire after six years. The Compensation Committee
and Board make grants of stock options subject to the terms of the Companys customary Incentive
Stock Option Agreement and 2005 Stock Option Plan, which our shareholders approved on June 7, 2005.
See Approval of Amended and Restated 2005 Stock Option Plan on page 46 for a description of the
proposed amendments to the 2005 Stock Option Plan. The deferred vesting of the options is designed
to create an incentive for the executive to remain with the Company. Accordingly, the executive is
rewarded only if the shareholders receive the benefit of appreciation in the price of the Common
Stock. This promotes the compensation philosophies of aligning managements interests with those
of shareholders and using compensation formulas that encourage key executives to remain with the
Company.
Because long-term options vest over time, the Compensation Committee and Board annually grant
new options to existing employees to reward performance for the prior year and provide continuing
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incentives for future performance. The Compensation Committee and Board consider the size of the
previous grants and the number of options held, but these factors are not entirely determinative of
future grants. Each executives annual grants are based upon the individuals performance,
responsibilities, experience, leadership and potential future contribution, and any other factors
deemed relevant by the Compensation Committee and the Board. The Compensation Committee and the
Board also consider the potential expense to the Company of all stock option grants.
In 2006, the Board made stock option grants for the Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer based upon recommendation of the Compensation Committee. Stock option grants for
other executive officers were proposed by the Chief Executive Officer and made by the Compensation
Committee. In the future, the Compensation Committee will recommend, and the Board must approve,
grants to all Section 16 officers, including the named executive officers.
Equity Award Granting Policy
The Company historically did not have a formal policy for granting of stock options, but the
practice had been that option grants were made only by the Compensation Committee, other than
grants to our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, which were made by the Board,
and all option grants were priced on the date of grant.
In late 2006 and early 2007, our Board developed and adopted a policy with respect to the
granting of options, restricted stock and other equity-based awards that specifies who has
authority to grant the awards and when the awards may be granted. The policy provides the
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awards to Section 16 officers under the 2005 Stock Option Plan or any
other equity incentive plan shall be made by the Board upon recommendation of the
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awards to employees who are not Section 16 officers that are made under
any equity or equity-related plan, agreement or arrangement other than the 2005
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awards to non-employee directors shall be made by the Board only at the
board meeting held in connection with the annual meeting of shareholders and upon
recommendation of the Nominating/Governance Committee in accordance with the
then-applicable Board of Directors Compensation Plan, except for awards made in
connection with an individuals joining the Board as a non-employee director, which
may be made at or about the date that such individual becomes a member of the
Board, upon recommendation of the Nominating/Governance Committee in accordance
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recommendation of the Compensation Committee at or about the date that such
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awards to newly-hired employees who are not Section 16 officers may be
made by the Compensation Committee at or about the date that such individual
becomes an employee, and shall be reported to the Board, with no further approval
from the Board required;
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except for awards to newly-hired Section 16 officers and other
employees, which may granted as permitted in the preceding paragraphs, all awards
including grants made in connection with promoting Section 16 officers and
employees, shall be made at (i) regularly scheduled meetings of the Board (in the
case of Section 16 officers) or Compensation Committee (in the case of other
employees) that occur within an open trading window under the Companys insider
trading policy, or (ii) regularly scheduled meetings of the Board (in the case of
Section 16 officers) or Compensation Committee (in the case of other employees)
that precede by not more than seven calendar days an open trading window under the
Companys insider trading policy (provided that such grants are made effective as
of, and with an exercise price not less than the fair market value of the Common
Stock as of, a date within the trading window; in the case of an open trading
window following the release of financial results by the Company, such grants would
be made effective no less than 48 hours following the release of such financial
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in addition, with respect to discretionary annual awards and awards
under the Companys management bonus programs made to employees for performance in
a fiscal year, only at meetings of the Board (in the case of Section 16 officers)
or Compensation Committee (in the case of other employees) that occur prior to
February 26 of each year, provided that such grants are made effective as of
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the Board (in the case of the Section 16 officers) and Compensation
Committee (in the case of other employees) may from time to time at meetings also
grant awards to executive officers and other key employees solely for the
recognition of outstanding performance or for retention purposes, in each case as
determined by the Board or Compensation Committee, as applicable, provided that
grants of such awards may only be made effective as of, and with an exercise price
not less than the fair market value of the Companys Common Stock as of, the fifth
trading day of the month following the month in which the meeting occurs, and
provided further that the Board or Compensation Committee, as applicable, shall
consider the existence of any material, nonpublic information at such time in its
determination of whether to make any such grant if such grant would not be made
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all awards having an exercise price shall be priced at the last sale or
closing price quoted by the OTC Bulletin Board, the National Quotation Bureau, or
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The policys provisions regarding the timing of grants are designed to avoid any impropriety by
restricting the grants to those periods when there would typically be no opportunity to misuse
material nonpublic information in connection with the pricing of a grant, or, in the case of annual
grants, to establish a set date each year for the grants to be made so as to prevent any discretion
in setting grant dates, but also provide the Board and Compensation Committee with limited
flexibility to make grants from time to time in extraordinary circumstances.
Other Elements
Personal Benefits and Perquisites
We primarily compensate our executive officers with cash and equity and not perquisites. The
Companys perquisite awards are fairly modest, so as to avoid a negative impact on internal pay and
equality. The Board and Compensation Committee believe that perquisites are necessary to some
extent in order attract and retain talent, but that such perquisites should be limited to what is
typical in the Companys industry. The Company provides the President and Chief Executive Officer
a $500 per
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month car allowance and a reimbursement of up to $200 per month for one country club
membership, in addition to paying up to $2,500 for the initial country club membership fee. Jerry
Noyce served as President and Chief Executive Officer for fiscal 2006 and, accordingly, received
the monthly car and country club allowances during that year. Mr. Noyce, in his current position
as Vice Chairman, will continue to receive these benefits. Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., our current
President and Chief Executive Office, receives these same benefits. We also provide memberships at
airline clubs for our executive officers who travel on a regular basis. We do not anticipate
providing any additional perquisites to any of our executive officers at this time.
The Company provides all full-time employees with what it believes are customary benefits,
which include a 401(k) savings plan and matching contributions of $0.20 for each $1.00 contributed,
up to 10% of eligible compensation; health and dental plans; an employee stock purchase plan; life
insurance; and long- and short-term disability insurance plans.
The Company has agreed to pay Mr. Lehman commuting and reasonable local living costs in the
Twin Cities Metropolitan Area for up to six months following January 1, 2007, the effective date of
his employment, subject to further discussion if Mr. Lehman has not moved at such time. The Board
determined that the Company should pay these expenses to Mr. Lehman during the time he was not
residing in the Twin Cities in order to facilitate his transition into the Company. The Company
did not award to Mr. Lehman any perquisites or benefits during the 2006 fiscal year in his capacity
as an independent director.
Post-Termination Compensation and Benefits
The employment agreements of all of the named executive officers provide that these executive
officers would continue to receive their base salaries for a specified severance period following
termination without cause. This salary continuation is intended to provide the executive
officers with pay for the time they would potentially need to find replacement positions. We have
also included change in control provisions in the employment agreements of Jerry Noyce, Gregg
Lehman, Wesley W. Winnekins, Jeanne Crawford and Brian Gagne. The agreements generally provide
that, in the event of a change in control, each executive officer would receive severance pay for a
specified period if the executive officer is terminated without cause upon a change in control.
The change in control provisions are designed to retain the executive officer and provide for
continuity of management in the event of an actual or threatened change in control of the Company.
In December 2006, the Compensation Committee increased the severance periods for Mr. Winnekins
and Ms. Crawford to nine months from three months, for Mr. Gagne to six months from three months,
and for Ms. Hamlin to four months from three months, and added the change in control severance
payments to the employment agreements of Messrs. Winnekins and Gagne and Ms. Crawford, as a
retention measure in order to reflect the nature of their respective positions and provide them
with pay for the amount of time they would potentially need to find replacement positions in the
event of termination upon change in control.
The employment agreements also include non-solicitation and non-disparagement covenants, and
non-competition provisions that prevent the named executive officers from having certain
relationships
with our competitors. The Board and Compensation Committee included these provisions based on the
determination that the Company would likely experience competitive harm if any person who was
serving or who had recently served as a principal executive officer solicited the Companys
employees, disparaged the Company, or accepted employment with a competitor.
The Board may provide for payment or immediate vesting of option awards under our 2005 Stock
Option Plan in the event of a change in control, and the Board may take any other action as it may
deem appropriate to further the purposes of the 2005 Stock Option Plan or protect the interests of
the option holders upon a change in control. The Board has already determined, as reflected in
their employment
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agreements, that options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Messrs. Noyce
and Lehman will immediately vest in connection with a change in control under certain conditions.
See Payments Upon Termination or Change-in-Control on page 38.
Management Bonus Program
On March 27, 2007, our Board, upon the recommendation of the Compensation Committee, approved
a new management bonus program. The Compensation Committee began to develop this management bonus
program following the Boards approval of the Companys strategic plan for 2007 through 2009. The
Board believed that it would be appropriate to link a portion of incentive compensation for
management to the long-term strategic plan, rather than set separate yearly goals as the sole basis
for long-term incentive compensation. The Board and the Compensation Committee determined that a
bonus program tied directly to the strategic plan would provide enhanced incentives for management
to both achieve the goals of the strategic plan and remain with the Company. The Compensation
Committee held six meetings with management at which the Compensation Committee engaged in
extensive discussions with management regarding the prospective program. Management had an
integral role in developing and preparing models of different structures for the new program, and
as described under Compensation Consultants on page 14, Upstart assisted the Compensation
Committee and management with the development of the new management bonus program. The
Compensation Committee reported to the Board regarding the management bonus program at four
meetings in 2007.
The new management bonus program is comprised of two elements: a short term incentive annual
cash bonus and a long term incentive pool of restricted stock awards that executives would earn at
the end of 2009. The Compensation Committee would also have the discretion to make stock option
grants in addition to the cash bonus and restricted stock award components of the management bonus
program. The Compensation Committee considered several alternatives and factors, including the
expense of each alternative to the Company and the potential number of shares underlying options or
restricted stock awards, and determined that these elements and the allocation thereof would best
achieve the goals of retaining and rewarding the executive officers and at the same time motivate
them to accomplish the Companys financial objectives and align their interests with those of our
shareholders.
Cash Bonus
With respect to cash bonus in 2007, the new bonus program provides for cash payouts based on
the Company achieving between 95% to 110% of plan accomplishment, which is consistent with the 2006
Executive Bonus Plan. Plan accomplishment is based upon a combined percentage achievement of
revenue and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. The Vice Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer may receive bonuses of between 15% and 50% of their base salary, the Chief
Financial Officer may receive a bonus of between 15% and 40% of his base salary, and other
executive officers may receive between 10% and 30% of their base salary. No bonuses are earned on
financial objectives for which the Company achieves less than 95% of the planned target. In the
case of the Vice Chairman
only, the bonus is partially dependent upon the achievement of personal objectives. Cash bonuses
for future years will be determined by the Compensation Committee or Board, as applicable.
Restricted Stock Awards
Historically, stock option awards have been the Companys primary form of equity compensation.
The Company had selected this form because of favorable accounting and tax treatment. However,
beginning in 2006 the accounting treatment for stock options changed as a result of Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards No. 123(R), making the accounting treatment of stock options less
attractive. As a result, the Company assessed the desirability of granting shares of restricted
stock to employees, particularly members of senior management, and concluded that restricted stock
in addition to a reduced number of stock options would provide an equally motivating form of
incentive compensation.
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Accordingly, the management bonus program utilizes grants of restricted
stock that would be earned and vested by executives at the end of 2009, based upon the Companys
achievement of its strategic three year plan, which is intended to provide substantial retention
and performance incentives to the participants in the program.
The number of shares that vest will be based upon the Company achieving at least 95% of plan
accomplishment, and up to 110% of plan accomplishment. Generally speaking, executives would have
to be employed by the Company at the time of the completion of the Companys 2009 annual audit in
order for their shares of restricted stock to vest, which the Compensation Committee and Board
believe will provide substantial retention and performance incentives to the participants in the
program. Restricted stock would provide participants with equity in the Company. The
implementation of the restricted stock element of the management bonus program will require the
approval by our shareholders of the 2007 Equity Incentive Plan. See Approval of 2007 Equity
Incentive Plan on page 49.
Participants in the new management bonus program have the option, at the outset of the
program, to choose a cash bonus to be paid at the completion of the Companys 2009 annual audit, in
lieu of restricted stock awards. The Board and Compensation Committee included this option in
order to provide retention and performance incentives for those executives who expressed a
preference throughout the development of the management bonus program for additional cash bonus
potential rather than restricted stock. The Board adopted a Cash Incentive Plan to provide these
bonuses to any executives choosing cash rather than restricted stock. The performance objectives
of the Cash Incentive Plan would be the same as those under the 2007 Equity Incentive Plan and
participants would receive their cash bonuses at the same time, and to the same extent, that the
restricted stock vests.
As of March 27, 2007, the Board has determined that only the Companys Section 16 officers are
eligible to receive restricted stock awards, or the cash bonus in lieu of restricted stock, but the
Board or committee may designate additional participants.
Stock Options
The Board and the Compensation Committee would continue to have the discretion to make stock
option grants in order to award individual performance in each year of the program. The stock
option grants would have the same vesting and expiration terms as prior grants, which would serve
the same retention function. In addition, our Board has approved an amendment to our 2005 Stock
Option Plan to provide for a net share settlement manner of exercise of stock options in order to
provide option holders with an additional means by which to exercise their options. This amendment
will require the approval by our shareholders. See Approval of Amended and Restated 2005 Stock
Option Plan on page 46.
Employment Agreements
We have entered into written employment agreements with all of our named executive officers to
provide both the Company and the executive officers with protections and rights that would
otherwise not be memorialized in a verbal contract, and to express the commitment on the part of
the Company and the executive officer to the employment relationship. For a summary of the
material terms of each of the named executive officers employment agreement, see Material Factors
That May Affect An Understanding of the Summary Compensation Table and Grants of Plan-Based Awards
Table Employment Agreements and 2006 Compensation on page 31.
Stock Ownership/Retention Guidelines and Other Policies
The Company does not have any stock ownership guidelines or a stock retention policy. The
Companys insider trading policy prohibits the trading of Company securities on a short-term basis
and requires that any Company stock purchased in the open market be held for a minimum of six
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This policy also states that employees should not margin or sell short Company stock,
or buy or sell put or call options on Company stock.
Conclusion
The Company has concluded that the base salary, annual bonus and long-term incentives for each
of the named executive officers, as well as the total compensation received by those executives, in
2006 are reasonable and appropriate in light of the Companys goals and competitive requirements.
The amounts are in the best interests of the Company and shareholders because they enable the
Company to attract, retain, motivate and fairly reward talent and further the philosophies of
ensuring the accomplishment of the Companys financial objectives and aligning the interests of
management with those of long-term shareholders.
Compensation Committee Report
The Compensation Committee has reviewed and discussed the Compensation Discussion and Analysis
set forth above with our management and management has represented to the Compensation Committee
that the Compensation Discussion and Analysis is accurate. Based on this review and discussion
with management, the Compensation Committee recommended to our Board that the Compensation
Discussion and Analysis be included in this proxy statement and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006.
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Members of the Compensation Committee
Linda Hall Whitman, Ph.D. (Chair)
John C. Penn
Rodney A. Young
K. James Ehlen, M.D.
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Plan Compensation |
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All Other |
|
|
Position |
|
Year |
|
($)(1) |
|
Bonus ($) |
|
($)(2) |
|
($) |
|
Compensation ($) |
|
Total ($) |
Gregg O. Lehman
President and Chief
Executive
Officer(3) |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jerry V. Noyce
Vice Chairman(4) |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
268,295 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
80,045 |
|
|
|
82,500 |
(5) |
|
|
11,097 |
(6) |
|
|
441,937 |
|
Wesley W. Winnekins
Chief Financial Officer |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
175,152 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
24,718 |
|
|
|
36,000 |
(7) |
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
235,970 |
|
Brian J. Gagne
National Vice President
Health Management |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
139,278 |
|
|
$ |
15,000 |
(10) |
|
|
19,655 |
|
|
|
26,625 |
(11) |
|
|
2,279 |
(12) |
|
|
202,837 |
|
Jeanne Crawford,
Vice President Human
Resources and Secretary |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
142,606 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
25,934 |
|
|
|
26,100 |
(8) |
|
|
1,917 |
(9) |
|
|
196,557 |
|
Katherine M. Hamlin
Vice President Account
Services-Health Management |
|
|
2006 |
|
|
|
127,399 |
|
|
$ |
10,000 |
(10) |
|
|
19,655 |
|
|
|
24,375 |
(13) |
|
|
2,037 |
(14) |
|
|
183,466 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Amounts shown are not reduced to reflect the named executive officers elections, if any,
to contribute portions of their salaries to 401(k) plans. |
|
(2) |
|
Amounts in this column represent the amounts recognized for financial statement reporting
purposes for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 in accordance with FAS 123(R), and thus
may include amounts from awards granted in and prior to 2006. The assumptions used to
determine the valuation of the awards are discussed in Managements Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations and in Note 9 to our consolidated financial
statements, each included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission on March 30, 2007. See the Grants of Plan-Based Awards
table for further information regarding the awards granted in 2006 and the Outstanding Equity
Awards at Fiscal Year-end table for information regarding all outstanding awards. |
|
(3) |
|
Mr. Lehman assumed the position of President and Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2007
and accordingly earned no compensation as an executive officer in 2006. See the Director
Compensation Table for compensation Mr. Lehman earned during fiscal 2006 in his capacity as an
independent director. |
|
(4) |
|
Mr. Noyce served as President and Chief Executive Officer through December 31, 2006, and
assumed the position of Vice Chairman effective January 1, 2007. |
|
(5) |
|
Non-equity incentive compensation of $82,500 was paid to Mr. Noyce in 2007 for his services
in fiscal 2006 under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan. In addition, Mr. Noyce earned non-equity
incentive compensation of $35,000 for his services in fiscal 2005 under the 2005 Executive
Bonus Plan, which was paid to him in March 2006. |
|
(6) |
|
Includes compensation of $2,697 in the form of a Company contribution to Mr. Noyces 401(k)
plan, a car allowance of $6,000 and reimbursement of country club dues totaling $2,400. |
|
(7) |
|
Non-equity incentive compensation of $36,000 was paid to Mr. Winnekins in 2007 for his
services in fiscal 2006 under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan. In addition, Mr. Winnekins
earned non-equity incentive compensation of $30,000 for his services in fiscal 2005 under the
2005 Executive Bonus Plan, which was paid to him in March 2006. |
|
(8) |
|
Non-equity incentive compensation of $26,100 was paid to Ms. Crawford in 2007 for her
services in fiscal 2006 under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan. In addition, Ms. Crawford earned
non-equity incentive compensation of $20,000 for her services in fiscal 2005 under the 2005
Executive Bonus Plan, which was paid to her in March 2006. |
|
(9) |
|
Includes compensation of $1,817 in the form of a Company contribution to Ms. Crawfords
401(k) plan. |
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|
|
|
(10) |
|
The Compensation Committee awarded special bonuses to Mr. Gagne and Ms. Hamlin in December
2006 in recognition of their contributions to the development of the Companys health
management business segment in 2006. The bonuses were in addition to those awarded to Mr.
Gagne and Ms. Hamlin under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan for achievement of previously
communicated performance targets. |
|
(11) |
|
Non-equity incentive compensation of $26,625 was paid to Mr. Gagne in 2007 for his services
in fiscal 2006 under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan. In addition, Mr. Gagne earned non-equity
incentive compensation of $20,000 for his services in fiscal 2005 under the 2005 Executive
Bonus Plan, which was paid to him in March 2006. |
|
(12) |
|
Includes compensation of $2,179 in the form of a Company contribution to Mr. Gagnes 401(k)
plan. |
|
(13) |
|
Non-equity incentive compensation of $24,375 was paid to Ms. Hamlin in 2007 for her services
in fiscal 2006 under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan. In addition, Ms. Hamlin earned non-equity
incentive compensation of $19,524 for her services in fiscal 2005 under the 2005 Executive
Bonus Plan, which was paid to her in March 2006. |
|
(14) |
|
Includes compensation of $1,937 in the form of a Company contribution to Ms. Hamlins 401(k)
plan. |
Grants of Plan-Based Awards in 2006
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
All Other Option |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Awards Number of |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Securities |
|
Exercise or Base |
|
Grant Date Fair |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Underlying Options |
|
Price of Option |
|
Value of Stock and |
Name |
|
Grant Date |
|
(#) |
|
Awards ($/sh) |
|
Option Awards ($) |
Gregg O. Lehman(1) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jerry V. Noyce |
|
|
1/24/06 |
|
|
|
100,000 |
(2) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
163,000 |
(3) |
Wesley W. Winnekins |
|
|
1/24/06 |
|
|
|
40,000 |
(2) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
65,200 |
(3) |
Brian J. Gagne |
|
|
1/24/06 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
(2) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
32,600 |
(3) |
Jeanne Crawford |
|
|
1/24/06 |
|
|
|
30,000 |
(2) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
48,900 |
(3) |
Katherine M. Hamlin |
|
|
1/24/06 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
(2) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
32,600 |
(3) |
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Mr. Lehman assumed the position of President and Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2007
and accordingly received no grants of plan-based awards as an executive officer in 2006. See
the Director Compensation Table for compensation and awards Mr. Lehman earned during fiscal
2006 in his capacity as an independent director. |
|
(2) |
|
All options were granted pursuant to the 2005 Stock Option Plan. The options vest ratably on
January 24 of each year from 2007 through 2010, and expire on January 24, 2012. |
|
(3) |
|
Amounts in this column represent the grant date fair value of the option awards determined in
accordance with FAS 123(R). |
Material Factors That May Affect An Understanding of the Summary Compensation Table and Grants
of Plan-Based Awards Table
Employment Agreements and 2006 Compensation
The following is a summary of the material terms of the employment agreements for each of the
named executive officers, other than termination and change in control provisions, and their
compensation arrangements in 2006. For information about termination and change in control
provisions in the employment agreements, see Payments Upon Termination or Change-in-Control on
page 38. For a description of Mr. Lehmans employment agreement, see Employment Agreement with
Gregg Lehman on page 34.
Jerry Noyce
In November 2000, the Company entered into an employment agreement with Jerry Noyce, the
former President and Chief Executive Officer. The Company and Mr. Noyce amended Mr. Noyces
current employment agreement on December 1, 2006 to reflect his new position of Vice Chairman,
which became effective on January 1, 2007. Mr. Noyces duties and responsibilities as Vice
Chairman will be
subject to determination by the Board. The Board determines increases to Mr. Noyces salary and
sets
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annual bonus goals and criteria. Mr. Noyce also receives the personal benefits and
perquisites described above in Compensation Discussion and Analysis Other Elements.
For 2006, the Board considered the Companys financial performance and relative shareowner
return, the value of similar incentive awards to chief executive officers at comparable companies,
and the awards given to Mr. Noyce in past years. The Board increased Mr. Noyces annual base
salary to $275,000 from $250,096, in order to bring his salary in line with the minimum of the
median salary range at comparable companies. Under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan, Mr. Noyce earned
non-equity incentive compensation in the form of a bonus of $82,500. In early 2007, the Board
granted Mr. Noyce 50,000 stock options in recognition of his performance in 2006 and for continuing
incentives. Mr. Noyces bonus comprised 18.67% of his overall 2006 cash compensation, and his
salary and bonus together comprised 79.38% of his overall 2006 compensation. Equity-based
long-term incentive compensation, which has value only upon stock price appreciation, comprised
18.11% of Mr. Noyces overall 2006 compensation.
Mr. Noyce also received a bonus of $35,000 in 2006 for his performance in 2005 and the Board
granted Mr. Noyce 100,000 stock options in 2006 in recognition of his performance in 2005 and for
continuing incentives, and to recognize the launch of a strategic planning effort to substantially
increase shareholder value, in addition to the determination that his prior grants were not in line
with executives of his level at comparable companies.
Wesley W. Winnekins
The Companys employment agreement with Wesley W. Winnekins, Chief Financial Officer, was
effective as of February 9, 2001 and continues for an indefinite term until terminated in
accordance with the agreement. The Board determines increases to Mr. Winnekins salary and sets
annual bonus goals and criteria. Mr. Winnekins is eligible to participate in the Companys
employee benefit plans and programs offered from time to time.
For 2006, the Board and Compensation Committee considered the Companys financial performance
and relative shareowner return, the value of similar incentive awards to chief financial officers
at comparable companies, and the awards given to Mr. Winnekins in past years. The Compensation
Committee increased Mr. Winnekins annual base salary to $180,000 from $162,000. Under the 2006
Executive Bonus Plan, Mr. Winnekins earned non-equity incentive compensation in the form of a bonus
of $36,000. In early 2007, the Board granted Mr. Winnekins 30,000 stock options in recognition of
his performance in 2006 and for continuing incentives. Because Mr. Winnekins will be eligible to
receive restricted stock under the new management bonus program, the number of stock options
granted to him for 2006 performance represented 75% of the 40,000 stock options granted to him in
2006 for his performance in 2005. Mr. Winnekins bonus comprised 15.26% of his overall 2006 cash
compensation, and his salary and bonus together comprised 89.48% of his overall 2006 compensation.
Equity-based long-term incentive compensation, which has value only upon stock price appreciation,
comprised 10.48% of Mr. Winnekins overall 2006 compensation.
In addition, the Board granted Mr. Winnekins 40,000 stock options in 2006 in recognition of
his performance in 2005 and for continuing incentives, and the determination that his prior grants
were not in line with executives of his level at comparable companies. Mr. Winnekins also received
a bonus of $30,000 in 2006 for his performance in 2005.
Brian Gagne
The Companys employment agreement with Brian Gagne, National Vice President Health
Management, was effective as of December 8, 2003 and continues for an indefinite term until
terminated in accordance with its terms. The Board determines increases to Mr. Gagnes salary, and
Mr. Gagne is eligible to participate in the Executive Bonus Plans established by the Board from
time to time. Mr.
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Gagne is eligible to participate in the Companys employee benefit plans and
programs offered from time to time.
For 2006, the Compensation Committee considered the Companys financial performance and
relative shareowner return, the value of similar incentive awards to vice presidents at comparable
companies, and the awards given to Mr. Gagne in past years. The Compensation Committee increased
Mr. Gagnes annual base salary to $142,000 from $131,890. Under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan, Mr.
Gagne earned non-equity incentive compensation in the form of a bonus of $26,625. The Compensation
Committee also granted Mr. Gagne a special additional bonus of $15,000 in recognition of his
efforts in 2006 in increasing the Companys revenues in its health management business segment,
which had a record year. The Compensation Committee, based upon recommendations from the Chief
Executive Officer, felt that this special bonus would reward Mr. Gagne for a successful year and
provide him with continued incentive to remain with the Company. In early 2007, the Compensation
Committee granted Mr. Gagne 15,000 stock options in recognition of his performance in 2006 and for
continuing incentives. Because Mr. Gagne will be eligible to receive restricted stock under the
new management bonus program, the number of stock options granted to him for 2006 performance
represented 75% of the 20,000 stock options granted to him in 2006 for his performance in 2005.
Mr. Gagnes bonuses comprised 20.52% of his overall 2006 cash compensation, and his salary and
bonuses together comprised 89.19% of his overall 2006 compensation. Equity-based long-term
incentive compensation, which has value only upon stock price appreciation, comprised 9.69% of Mr.
Gagnes overall 2006 compensation.
In addition, the Compensation Committee granted Mr. Gagne 20,000 stock options in 2006 in
recognition of his performance in 2005 and for continuing incentives, and the determination that
his prior grants were not in line with executives of her level at comparable companies. Mr. Gagne
also received a bonus of $20,000 in 2006 for his performance in 2005.
Jeanne C. Crawford
The Companys employment agreement with Jeanne Crawford, Vice President of Human Resources,
was effective as of March 1, 2003 and continues for an indefinite term until terminated in
accordance with its terms. The Board determines increases to Ms. Crawfords salary, and Ms.
Crawford is eligible to participate in the Executive Bonus Plans established by the Board from time
to time. Ms. Crawford is eligible to participate in the Companys employee benefit plans and
programs offered from time to time.
For 2006, the Compensation Committee considered the Companys financial performance and
relative shareowner return, the value of similar incentive awards to vice presidents at comparable
companies, and the awards given to Ms. Crawford in past years. The Compensation Committee
increased Ms. Crawfords annual base salary to $145,000 from $136,105. Under the 2006 Executive
Bonus Plan, Ms. Crawford earned non-equity incentive compensation in the form of a bonus of
$26,100. In early 2007, the Compensation Committee granted Ms. Crawford 22,500 stock options in
recognition of her performance in 2006 and for continuing incentives. Because Ms. Crawford will be
eligible to receive restricted stock under the new management bonus program, the number of stock
options granted to her for 2006 performance represented 75% of the 30,000 stock options granted to
her in 2006 for her performance in 2005. Ms. Crawfords bonus comprised 13.28% of her overall 2006
cash compensation, and her salary and bonus together comprised 85.83% of her overall 2006
compensation. Equity-based long-term incentive compensation, which has value only upon stock price
appreciation, comprised 13.19% of Ms. Crawfords overall 2006 compensation.
In addition, the Compensation Committee granted Ms. Crawford 30,000 stock options in 2006 in
recognition of her performance in 2005 and for continuing incentives, and the determination that
her prior grants were not in line with executives of her level at comparable companies. Ms.
Crawford also received a bonus of $20,000 in 2006 for her performance in 2005.
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Katherine Hamlin
The Companys employment agreement with Katherine Hamlin, Vice President Account Services -
Health Management, was effective as of December 8, 2003 and continues for an indefinite term until
terminated in accordance with its terms. The Board determines increases to Ms. Hamlins salary,
and Ms. Hamlin is eligible to participate in the Executive Bonus Plans established by the Board
from time to time. Ms. Hamlin is eligible to participate in the Companys employee benefit plans
and programs offered from time to time.
For 2006, the Compensation Committee considered the Companys financial performance and
relative shareowner return, the value of similar incentive awards to vice presidents at comparable
companies, and the awards given to Ms. Hamlin in past years. The Compensation Committee increased
Ms. Hamlins annual base salary to $130,000 from $120,342. Under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan,
Ms. Hamlin earned non-equity incentive compensation in the form of a bonus of $24,375. The
Compensation Committee also granted Ms. Hamlin a special additional bonus of $10,000 in recognition
of her efforts in 2006 in increasing the Companys revenues in its health management business
segment, which had a record year. The Compensation Committee, based upon recommendations from the
Chief Executive Officer, felt that this special bonus would reward Ms. Hamlin for a successful year
and provide her with continued incentive to remain with the Company. In early 2007, the
Compensation Committee granted Ms. Hamlin 15,000 stock options in recognition of her performance in
2006 and for continuing incentives. Because Ms. Hamlin will be eligible to receive restricted
stock under the new management bonus program, the number of stock options granted to her for 2006
performance represented 75% of the 20,000 stock options granted to her in 2006 for her performance
in 2005. Ms. Hamlins bonuses comprised 18.74% of her overall 2006 cash compensation, and her
salary and bonuses together comprised 88.18% of her overall 2006 compensation. Equity-based
long-term incentive compensation, which has value only upon stock price appreciation, comprised
10.71% of Ms. Hamlins overall 2006 compensation.
In addition, the Compensation Committee granted Ms. Hamlin 20,000 stock options in 2006 in
recognition of her performance in 2005 and for continuing incentives, and the determination that
her prior grants were not in line with executives of her level at comparable companies. Ms. Hamlin
also received a bonus of $15,000 in 2006 for her performance in 2005.
Employment Agreement with Gregg Lehman
The Company entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Lehman, our current President and
Chief Executive Officer, on December 1, 2006, which became effective on January 1, 2007. Mr.
Lehman will serve for an indefinite term until his employment is terminated in accordance with the
terms of the agreement. The Company will pay Mr. Lehman an annual salary of $275,000, and Mr.
Lehman will be eligible for annual bonuses of between 15% and 50% of his base salary, based upon
the achievement of financial objectives set annually by the Board. On January 1, 2007, the
effective date of the agreement, the Company granted Mr. Lehman an equity award of 50,000 shares of
restricted Common Stock, which vest in three equal installments on the first of the year for each
of 2007, 2008 and 2009. In addition, the Board granted Mr. Lehman 250,000 stock options under the
2005 Stock Option Plan. The options vest ratably over five years, and the exercise price of the
options is equal to $2.65, the fair market value on the date of the grant.
Either party may terminate the agreement upon written notice to the other party. If the
Company terminates Mr. Lehmans employment without cause, he will continue to receive his base
salary for a period of 12 months following termination. If Mr. Lehmans employment is terminated
upon a change in control or if Mr. Lehman resigns upon a change in control of the Company if he is
not offered the opportunity to continue as the Chief Executive Officer of the surviving business,
he will continue to receive his base salary for a period of 12, 18 or 24 months following the
termination, depending upon the duration of Mr. Lehmans employment at the time of the termination.
Upon death, disability, termination
34
without cause or a change in control of the Company, all of
Mr. Lehmans outstanding stock options will immediately vest.
Mr. Lehmans employment agreement includes non-competition, non-solicitation and
non-disparagement restrictive covenants substantially similar to those in Mr. Noyces agreement.
The terms of Mr. Lehmans employment agreement, including the compensation provisions thereof,
are substantially similar to those of Mr. Noyces employment agreement for his service as President
and Chief Executive Officer. The Board believed that it needed to provide Mr. Lehman with
sufficient incentives to accept the position, and similar terms to those of Mr. Noyce were an
indication of its commitment to Mr. Lehman. The primary difference between Mr. Lehmans agreement
and Mr. Noyces agreement is the grant of 50,000 shares of restricted stock to Mr. Lehman. Mr.
Lehman had to forego a substantial bonus from his former employer in order to accept his position
with the Company, and the Board believed that the grant of restricted stock would both help to
offset this bonus and also provide Mr. Lehman with additional incentives to perform over the
vesting period of the restricted stock.
2005 Stock Option Plan
The Compensation Committee and Board make grants of stock options subject to the terms of the
Companys customary Incentive Stock Option Agreement and 2005 Stock Option Plan, which our
shareholders approved on June 7, 2005. Stock options granted in 2006 vest ratably on an annual
basis for a term of four years, and expire after six years. See Approval of Amended and Restated
2005 Stock Option Plan on page 46 for a description of the proposed amendments to the 2005 Stock
Option Plan.
2006 Executive Bonus Plan
The Compensation Committee and Board designed the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan to provide
non-equity incentive compensation in the form of an annual cash bonus to executive officers based
on the achievement of certain financial objectives for the Company, as set by the Board. Payments
under the 2006 Executive Bonus Plan were primarily based on the achievement of financial objectives
tied to revenue and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. In addition, a
small portion of bonuses paid to certain executives was based upon other factors which the
Compensation Committee and Board determined were appropriate for particular positions, such as
performance in a particular business area for the head of that business area.
The 2006 Executive Bonus Plan as approved by the Board provided for the following:
|
|
|
the Chief Executive Officer was eligible to receive a bonus of between
15% and 50% of his base salary; |
|
|
|
|
the Chief Financial Officer was eligible to receive a bonus of between
15% and 40% of his base salary; and |
|
|
|
|
Other executive officers were eligible to receive bonuses of between
10% and 30% of their base salaries. |
The level of bonus received corresponds with the Company achieving between 95% to 110% or more
of budgeted financial objectives. No bonuses are earned on financial objectives for which the
Company achieves less than 95% of the planned target. The Company believes that the budgeted
financial targets for 2006 were aggressive, yet achievable, and that disclosure of the exact
budgeted financial objectives would cause it competitive harm.
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Outstanding Equity Awards at 2006 Fiscal Year-End
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Option Awards |
|
|
Number of |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Securities |
|
Number of Securities |
|
Option |
|
|
|
|
Underlying |
|
Underlying |
|
Exercise |
|
Option |
|
|
Unexercised Options |
|
Unexercised Options |
|
Price |
|
Expiration |
Name |
|
(#) Exercisable |
|
(#) Unexercisable |
|
($) |
|
Date |
Gregg O. Lehman(1) |
|
|
15,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
1.60 |
|
|
|
9/22/2012 |
|
|
|
|
15,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.95 |
|
|
|
8/1/2011 |
|
|
|
|
82,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.47 |
|
|
|
2/21/2008 |
|
|
|
|
61,500 |
|
|
|
20,500 |
(2) |
|
|
0.39 |
|
|
|
2/10/2009 |
|
Jerry V. Noyce |
|
|
20,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
1.25 |
|
|
|
12/8/2013 |
|
|
|
|
40,000 |
|
|
|
40,000 |
(3) |
|
|
2.07 |
|
|
|
3/10/2014 |
|
|
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
30,000 |
(4) |
|
|
2.62 |
|
|
|
2/24/2011 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100,000 |
(5) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
1/24/2012 |
|
|
|
|
80,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.69 |
|
|
|
2/9/2007 |
(6) |
|
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.95 |
|
|
|
8/1/2011 |
|
|
|
|
17,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.47 |
|
|
|
2/21/2008 |
|
Wesley W. Winnekins |
|
|
12,750 |
|
|
|
4,250 |
(7) |
|
|
0.39 |
|
|
|
2/10/2009 |
|
|
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.69 |
|
|
|
7/25/2013 |
|
|
|
|
8,500 |
|
|
|
8,500 |
(8) |
|
|
2.07 |
|
|
|
3/10/2014 |
|
|
|
|
2,500 |
|
|
|
7,500 |
(9) |
|
|
2.62 |
|
|
|
2/24/2011 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
40,000 |
(10) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
1/24/2012 |
|
|
|
|
30,000 |
|
|
|
10,000 |
(11) |
|
|
1.25 |
|
|
|
12/8/2009 |
|
Brian J. Gagne |
|
|
1,875 |
|
|
|
5,625 |
(12) |
|
|
2.81 |
|
|
|
2/4/2011 |
|
|
|
1,875 |
|
|
|
5,625 |
(13) |
|
|
2.62 |
|
|
|
2/24/2011 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
(14) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
1/24/2012 |
|
|
|
|
40,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.55 |
|
|
|
12/13/2007 |
|
|
|
|
15,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.47 |
|
|
|
2/21/2008 |
|
|
|
|
11,250 |
|
|
|
3,750 |
(15) |
|
|
0.39 |
|
|
|
2/10/2009 |
|
Jeanne Crawford |
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0.69 |
|
|
|
7/25/2013 |
|
|
|
7,500 |
|
|
|
7,500 |
(16) |
|
|
2.07 |
|
|
|
3/10/2014 |
|
|
|
|
10,000 |
|
|
|
10,000 |
(17) |
|
|
2.27 |
|
|
|
12/15/2010 |
|
|
|
|
1,875 |
|
|
|
5,625 |
(18) |
|
|
2.62 |
|
|
|
2/24/2011 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
30,000 |
(19) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
1/24/2012 |
|
|
|
|
30,000 |
|
|
|
10,000 |
(11) |
|
|
1.25 |
|
|
|
12/8/2009 |
|
Katherine M. Hamlin |
|
|
1,875 |
|
|
|
5,625 |
(12) |
|
|
2.81 |
|
|
|
2/4/2011 |
|
|
|
1,875 |
|
|
|
5,625 |
(13) |
|
|
2.62 |
|
|
|
2/24/2011 |
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
20,000 |
(14) |
|
|
2.69 |
|
|
|
1/24/2012 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Mr. Lehman assumed the position of President and Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2007
and accordingly received no equity awards as an executive officer in 2006. See the Director
Compensation Table for awards Mr. Lehman earned during fiscal 2006 in his capacity as an
independent director. The option award listed in this table reflects options granted to Mr.
Lehman upon his appointment to the Board of Directors on September 22, 2006. |
|
(2) |
|
Vests in increments of 20,500 shares on February 10 of each year, beginning in 2004. |
|
(3) |
|
Vests in increments of 20,000 shares on March 10 of each year, beginning in 2005. |
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|
|
|
(4) |
|
Vests in increments of 10,000 shares on February 24 of each year, beginning in 2006. |
|
(5) |
|
Vests in increments of 25,000 shares on January 24 of each year, beginning in 2007. |
|
(6) |
|
Mr. Winnekins exercised these options on January 9, 2007. |
|
(7) |
|
Vests in increments of 4,250 shares on February 10 of each year, beginning in 2004. |
|
(8) |
|
Vests in increments of 4,250 shares on March 10 of each year, beginning in 2005. |
|
(9) |
|
Vests in increments of 2,500 shares on February 24 of each year, beginning in 2006. |
|
(10) |
|
Vests in increments of 10,000 shares on January 24 of each year, beginning in 2007. |
|
(11) |
|
Vests in increments of 10,000 shares on December 8 of each year, beginning in 2004. |
|
(12) |
|
Vests in increments of 1,875 shares on February 4 of each year, beginning in 2006. |
|
(13) |
|
Vests in increments of 1,875 shares on February 24 of each year, beginning in 2006. |
|
(14) |
|
Vests in increments of 5,000 shares on January 24 of each year, beginning in 2007. |
|
(15) |
|
Vests in increments of 3,750 shares on February 10 of each year, beginning in 2004. |
|
(16) |
|
Vests in increments of 3,750 shares on March 10 of each year, beginning in 2005. |
|
(17) |
|
Vests in increments of 5,000 shares on December 15 of each year, beginning in 2005. |
|
(18) |
|
Vests in increments of 1,875 shares on February 24 of each year, beginning in 2006. |
|
(19) |
|
Vests in increments of 7,500 shares on January 24 of each year, beginning in 2007. |
Option Exercises and Stock Vested in Fiscal 2006
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Option Awards |
|
|
Number of |
|
|
|
|
Shares Acquired |
|
Value Realized |
Name |
|
on Exercise (#) |
|
on Exercise ($) |
Gregg O. Lehman(1) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jerry V. Noyce |
|
|
250,000 |
|
|
$ |
463,275 |
(2) |
Wesley W. Winnekins |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brian J. Gagne |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jeanne Crawford |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Katherine M. Hamlin |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Mr. Lehman assumed the position of President and Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2007
and accordingly exercised no options or had any stock awards vest as an executive officer in
2006. See the Director Compensation Table for awards Mr. Lehman earned during fiscal 2006 in
his capacity as an independent director. |
|
(2) |
|
Mr. Noyce exercised options for 250,000 shares of Common Stock on November 27, 2006. The
closing price for the Companys Common Stock on that date was $2.15 per share, and the
exercise price of the options was $0.2969 per share. |
Pension Benefits and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
The Company has no pension or similar plan providing for payments or other benefits at,
following or in connection with retirement, other than a 401(k) tax-qualified defined contribution
plan. The Company also has no nonqualified defined contribution or other nonqualified deferred
compensation plans.
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Payments Upon Termination or Change-in-Control
The employment agreement of each named executive officer entitles the executive to certain
payments following termination of employment under one or more of the following circumstances:
voluntary termination, retirement, termination without cause, termination for cause, change in
control, disability and death. The following are descriptions of the relevant provisions of each
named executive officers employment agreement and the potential payments if the named executive
officers employment terminated as of December 31, 2006. We have not included this information
regarding Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., our current President and Chief Executive Officer, in this
section because he was not employed by the Company at any time in 2006. See Material Factors That
May Affect An Understanding of the Summary Compensation Table and Grants of Plan-Based Awards Table
Employment Agreement with Gregg Lehman on page 34 for a description of the relevant termination
provisions of his employment agreement.
Jerry V. Noyce
Mr. Noyces employment agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the
other party, or by mutual agreement of the parties. The Company may also unilaterally terminate
the agreement for cause or if Mr. Noyce is unable to perform his duties due to a disability. The
agreement automatically terminates upon death or when Mr. Noyce reaches normal retirement age. The
agreement may also be terminated upon a change in control of the Company.
The agreement provides that Mr. Noyces entitlement to salary and benefits generally cease as
of the date of termination. If Mr. Noyce is terminated without cause, he will continue to
receive his base salary for a period of 12 months following such termination, along with a
pro-rated share of his bonus compensation. The pro-rated bonus is calculated from January
1st of the calendar year in which termination occurs, through the end of the most
recently concluded fiscal quarter. Pro-rated bonus payments are also available if the agreement is
terminated due to mutual agreement, death, disability, retirement or change in control.
If the agreement is terminated due to a change in control, Mr. Noyce will receive his base
salary for a period of 24 months following termination. In addition, if Mr. Noyce resigned in
connection with a change in control in 2006 because he was not named chief executive officer of the
new controlling entity, he would have been entitled to receive his base salary for a period of 12
months following termination. However, as part of the amendment to Mr. Noyces employment
agreement to change his position to Vice Chairman, this provision granting Mr. Noyce severance
benefits upon his resignation was removed, effective on January 1, 2007.
Options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Mr. Noyce immediately vest if his
employment is terminated in connection with death, disability or normal retirement. In the case of
vesting due to death or disability, Mr. Noyce or his heirs or representatives must exercise the
options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and one year from the date his
employment terminates. If Mr. Noyces employment terminates due to his retirement, he must
exercise the options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and three months from
the date his employment terminates. In addition, Mr. Noyce will be entitled to immediate vesting
of all his outstanding option awards at the time of a change in control if his employment is
terminated upon such change in control. If Mr. Noyces employment terminates for a reason other
than death, disability, retirement or change in control, he will be entitled to exercise only those
options that were vested as of the date of termination, and must do so within the earlier of their
original expiration dates and three months from the date his employment terminates.
Mr. Noyces employment agreement also includes non-solicitation and non-disparagement
covenants, and non-competition provisions that prevent him from having certain relationships with
any of our competitors in the corporate, hospital, or community management fitness and wellness
industry. The
38
non-competition provisions state that Mr. Noyce cannot directly or indirectly own, consult for, be
employed by, participate in, or provide services to a competitor located within a 25 mile radius of
any of the Companys sites during his employment with the Company and for a period of two years
after his resignation or termination for any reason. However, if Mr. Noyces termination is
without cause or due to a change in control, the non-competition covenant will be effective only
while Mr. Noyce is receiving separation payments.
The non-solicitation provision states that during his employment and for a period of two years
after his employment with the Company ends, Mr. Noyce may not solicit the Companys current, former
or potential customers for the purpose of providing products or services similar to those provided
by the Company, use contacts he developed during his employment with the Company for the purpose of
solicitation, or attempt to interfere with the relationships between the Company and any of its
employees or independent contractors. However, if Mr. Noyces termination is without cause or
due to a change in control, the non-solicitation covenant will be effective only while Mr. Noyce is
receiving separation payments.
The non-disparagement covenant prohibits Mr. Noyce from disparaging or defaming the Company or
any of its directors, officers, employees, customers or vendors during his employment and at all
times thereafter.
The following table sets forth the potential payments upon termination, retirement,
termination without cause, termination for cause, change in control, disability and death if Mr.
Noyces employment had terminated on December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Voluntary |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Involuntary |
|
|
|
|
|
Termination |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Resignation |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Not For |
|
|
|
|
|
Due to |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
due to |
Benefits and |
|
Voluntary |
|
Normal |
|
Cause |
|
For Cause |
|
Change in |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Change in |
Payments Upon |
|
Resignation |
|
Retirement |
|
Termination |
|
Termination |
|
Control on |
|
Disability |
|
Death on |
|
Control on |
Separation |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
Cash Payment(1) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
275,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
550,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
275,000 |
|
Pro-rated
Non-Equity
Incentive
Award(2) |
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
|
$ |
82,500 |
|
Stock Options |
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
70,430 |
(3) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
70,430 |
(3) |
|
$ |
70,430 |
(3) |
|
$ |
70,430 |
(3) |
|
$ |
70,430 |
(3) |
Accrued Vacation |
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
$ |
5,670 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Based on Mr. Noyces annual base salary for fiscal 2006. |
|
(2) |
|
Based on the non-equity incentive award earned by Mr. Noyce from January 1, 2006 through
December 31, 2006. |
|
(3) |
|
Reflects the excess of the fair market value of the shares underlying unvested options over
the exercise price of such options, the vesting of which accelerates in connection with the
specified event. Fair market value is based upon a per share price of $2.65, the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the first trading day following December 31, 2006.
Unvested options with an exercise price in excess of $2.65 per share are disregarded on the
assumption that the executive would not exercise such options. For further information
regarding the awards as of fiscal year end, see the table entitled Outstanding Equity Awards
at 2006 Fiscal Year-End. |
Wesley W. Winnekins
Mr. Winnekins employment agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to
the other party, or by mutual agreement of the parties. The Company may also unilaterally
terminate the agreement for cause or if Mr. Winnekins is unable to perform his duties due to a
disability. The agreement automatically terminates upon death or when Mr. Winnekins reaches normal
retirement age. The agreement may also be terminated upon a change in control of the Company.
The agreement provides that Mr. Winnekins entitlement to salary and benefits generally cease
as of the date of termination. If Mr. Winnekins is terminated without cause or in connection with
a change
39
in control, he will continue to receive his base salary for a period of nine months
following such termination.
Options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Mr. Winnekins immediately vest if his
employment is terminated in connection with death, disability or normal retirement. In the case of
vesting due to death or disability, Mr. Winnekins or his heirs or representatives must exercise the
options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and one year from the date his
employment terminates. If Mr. Winnekins employment terminates due to his retirement, he must
exercise the options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and three months from
the date his employment terminates. In addition, at the discretion of the Board, Mr. Winnekins
will be entitled to immediate vesting of all his outstanding option awards at the time of a change
in control or he may receive options of the new entity that have a value proportionate to the value
of the options he held in the Company. If Mr. Winnekins employment terminates for a reason other
than death, disability, retirement or change in control, he will be entitled to exercise only those
options that were vested as of the date of termination, and must do so within the earlier of their
original expiration dates and three months from the date his employment terminates.
Mr. Winnekins employment agreement also includes non-solicitation and non-disparagement
covenants. The non-solicitation provision states that during his employment and for a period of
two years after his employment with the Company ends, Mr. Winnekins may not solicit the Companys
current, former or potential customers for the purpose of providing products or services similar to
those provided by the Company, use contacts he developed during his employment with the Company for
the purpose of solicitation, or attempt to interfere with the relationships between the Company and
any of its employees or independent contractors. The non-disparagement covenant prohibits Mr.
Winnekins from disparaging or defaming the Company or any of its directors, officers, employees,
customers or vendors during his employment and at all times thereafter.
The following table sets forth the potential payments upon termination, retirement,
termination without cause, termination for cause, change in control, disability and death if Mr.
Winnekins employment had terminated on December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Involuntary |
|
|
|
|
|
Termination |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Not For |
|
|
|
|
|
Due to |
|
|
|
|
Benefits and |
|
Voluntary |
|
Normal |
|
Cause |
|
For Cause |
|
Change in |
|
|
|
|
Payments Upon |
|
Termination |
|
Retirement |
|
Termination |
|
Termination |
|
Control on |
|
Disability |
|
Death on |
Separation |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
Cash Payment(1) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
135,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
135,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Pro-rated Non-Equity
Incentive Award |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Stock Options |
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,760 |
(2) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,760 |
(2)(3) |
|
$ |
14,760 |
(2) |
|
$ |
14,760 |
(2) |
Accrued Vacation |
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
$ |
8,654 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Based on Mr. Winnekins annual base salary for fiscal 2006. |
|
(2) |
|
Reflects the excess of the fair market value of the shares underlying unvested options over
the exercise price of such options, the vesting of which accelerates in connection with the
specified event. Fair market value is based upon a per share price of $2.65, the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the first trading day following December 31, 2006.
Unvested options with an exercise price in excess of $2.65 per share are disregarded on the
assumption that the executive would not exercise such options. For further information
regarding the awards as of fiscal year end, see the table entitled Outstanding Equity Awards
at 2006 Fiscal Year-End. |
|
(3) |
|
Value is based on the assumption that the Board would provide for acceleration of the right
to exercise all unvested outstanding option awards. |
Brian J. Gagne
Mr. Gagnes employment agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the
other party, or by mutual agreement of the parties. The Company may also unilaterally terminate
the
40
agreement for cause or if Mr. Gagne is unable to perform his duties due to a disability. The
agreement automatically terminates upon death or when Mr. Gagne reaches normal retirement age. The
agreement may also be terminated upon a change in control of the Company.
The agreement provides that Mr. Gagnes entitlement to salary and benefits generally cease as
of the date of termination. If Mr. Gagne is terminated without cause or in connection with a
change in control, he will continue to receive his base salary for a period of six months following
such termination.
Options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Mr. Gagne immediately vest if his
employment is terminated in connection with death, disability or normal retirement. In the case of
vesting due to death or disability, Mr. Gagne or his heirs or representatives must exercise the
options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and one year from the date his
employment terminates. If Mr. Gagnes employment terminates due to his retirement, he must
exercise the options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and three months from
the date his employment terminates. In addition, at the discretion of the Board, Mr. Gagne will be
entitled to immediate vesting of all his outstanding option awards at the time of a change in
control or he may receive options of the new entity that have a value proportionate to the value of
the options he held in the Company. If Mr. Gagnes employment terminates for a reason other than
death, disability, retirement or change in control, he will be entitled to exercise only those
options that were vested as of the date of termination, and must do so within the earlier of their
original expiration dates and three months from the date his employment terminates.
Mr. Gagnes employment agreement also includes non-solicitation and non-disparagement
provisions, and non-competition provisions that prevent him from using confidential information
gained during his employment with the Company to directly or indirectly assist other organizations
in the research, development, production, marketing or sales of competing products, processes,
technologies, inventions or services. Mr. Gagne cannot directly or indirectly render services that
would exploit confidential information to enhance the use or marketability of such products or
services during his employment and for a period of eighteen months after his resignation or
termination for any reason.
The non-solicitation provision states that during his employment and for a period of eighteen
months after his employment with the Company ends, Mr. Gagne may not solicit the Companys current,
former or potential customers for the purpose of providing products or services similar to those
provided by the Company, use contacts he developed during his employment with the Company for the
purpose of solicitation, or attempt to interfere with the relationships between the Company and any
of its employees or independent contractors. The non-disparagement covenant prohibits Mr. Gagne
from disparaging or defaming the Company or any of its directors, officers, employees, customers or
vendors during his employment and at all times thereafter.
The following table sets forth the potential payments upon termination, retirement,
termination without cause, termination for cause, change in control, disability and death if Mr.
Gagnes employment had terminated on December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Involuntary |
|
|
|
|
|
Termination |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Not For |
|
|
|
|
|
Due to |
|
|
|
|
Benefits and |
|
Voluntary |
|
Normal |
|
Cause |
|
For Cause |
|
Change in |
|
|
|
|
Payments Upon |
|
Termination |
|
Retirement |
|
Termination |
|
Termination |
|
Control on |
|
Disability |
|
Death on |
Separation |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
Cash Payment(1) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
71,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
71,000 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Pro-rated Non-Equity
Incentive Award |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Stock Options |
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2)(3) |
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
Accrued Vacation |
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
$ |
5,582 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Based on Mr. Gagnes annual base salary for fiscal 2006. |
41
|
|
|
(2) |
|
Reflects the excess of the fair market value of the shares underlying unvested options over
the exercise price of such options, the vesting of which accelerates in connection with the
specified event. Fair market value is based upon a per share price of $2.65, the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the first trading day following December 31, 2006.
Unvested options with an exercise price in excess of $2.65 per share are disregarded on the
assumption that the executive would not exercise such options. For further information
regarding the awards as of fiscal year end, see the table entitled Outstanding Equity Awards
at 2006 Fiscal Year-End. |
|
(3) |
|
Value is based on the assumption that the Board would provide for acceleration of the right
to exercise all unvested outstanding option awards. |
Jeanne Crawford
Ms. Crawfords employment agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to
the other party, or by mutual agreement of the parties. The Company may also unilaterally
terminate the agreement for cause or if Ms. Crawford is unable to perform her duties due to a
disability. The agreement automatically terminates upon death or when Ms. Crawford reaches normal
retirement age. The agreement may also be terminated upon a change in control of the Company.
The agreement provides that Ms. Crawfords entitlement to salary and benefits generally cease
as of the date of termination. If Ms. Crawford is terminated without cause or in connection with
a change in control, she will continue to receive her base salary for a period of nine months
following such termination.
Options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Ms. Crawford immediately vest if her
employment is terminated in connection with death, disability or normal retirement. In the case of
vesting due to death or disability, Ms. Crawford or her heirs or representatives must exercise the
options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and one year from the date her
employment terminates. If Ms. Crawfords employment terminates due to her retirement, she must
exercise the options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and three months from
the date her employment terminates. In addition, at the discretion of the Board, Ms. Crawford will
be entitled to immediate vesting of all his outstanding option awards at the time of a change in
control or he may receive options of the new entity that have a value proportionate to the value of
the options he held in the Company. If Ms. Crawfords employment terminates for a reason other
than death, disability, retirement or change in control, she will be entitled to exercise only
those options that were vested as of the date of termination, and must do so within the earlier of
their original expiration dates and three months from the date her employment terminates.
Ms. Crawfords employment agreement also includes non-solicitation and non-disparagement
covenants. The non-solicitation provision states that during her employment and for a period of
one year after her employment with the Company ends, Ms. Crawford may not solicit the Companys
current, former or potential customers for the purpose of providing products or services similar to
those provided by the Company, use contacts she developed during her employment with the Company
for the purpose of solicitation, or attempt to interfere with the relationships between the Company
and any of its employees or independent contractors. The non-disparagement covenant prohibits Ms.
Crawford from disparaging or defaming the Company or any of its directors, officers, employees,
customers or vendors during her employment and at all times thereafter.
42
The following table sets forth the potential payments upon termination, retirement,
termination without cause, termination for cause, change in control, disability and death if Ms.
Crawfords employment had terminated on December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Involuntary |
|
|
|
|
|
Termination |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Not For |
|
|
|
|
|
Due to |
|
|
|
|
Benefits and |
|
Voluntary |
|
Normal |
|
Cause |
|
For Cause |
|
Change in |
|
|
|
|
Payments Upon |
|
Termination |
|
Retirement |
|
Termination |
|
Termination |
|
Control on |
|
Disability |
|
Death on |
Separation |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
Cash Payment(1) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
108,750 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
108,750 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Pro-rated Non-Equity
Incentive Award |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Stock Options |
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
16,794 |
(2) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
16,794 |
(2)(3) |
|
$ |
16,794 |
(2) |
|
$ |
16,794 |
(2) |
Accrued Vacation |
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
$ |
4,744 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Based on Ms. Crawfords annual base salary for fiscal 2006. |
|
(2) |
|
Reflects the excess of the fair market value of the shares underlying unvested options over
the exercise price of such options, the vesting of which accelerates in connection with the
specified event. Fair market value is based upon a per share price of $2.65, the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the first trading day following December 31, 2006.
Unvested options with an exercise price in excess of $2.65 per share are disregarded on the
assumption that the executive would not exercise such options. For further information
regarding the awards as of fiscal year end, see the table entitled Outstanding Equity Awards
at 2006 Fiscal Year-End. |
|
(3) |
|
Value is based on the assumption that the Board would provide for acceleration of the right
to exercise all unvested outstanding option awards. |
Katherine M. Hamlin
Ms. Hamlins employment agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the
other party, or by mutual agreement of the parties. The Company may also unilaterally terminate
the agreement for cause or if Ms. Hamlin is unable to perform her duties due to a disability. The
agreement automatically terminates upon death or when Ms. Hamlin reaches normal retirement age.
The agreement provides that Ms. Hamlins entitlement to salary and benefits generally cease as
of the date of termination. If Ms. Hamlin is terminated without cause, she will continue to
receive her base salary for a period of four months following such termination.
Options granted under our 2005 Stock Option Plan to Ms. Hamlin immediately vest if her
employment is terminated in connection with death, disability or normal retirement. In the case of
vesting due to death or disability, Ms. Hamlin or her heirs or representatives must exercise the
options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and one year from the date her
employment terminates. If Ms. Hamlins employment terminates due to her retirement, she must
exercise the options within the earlier of their original expiration dates and three months from
the date her employment terminates. In addition, at the discretion of the Board, Ms. Hamlin will
be entitled to immediate vesting of all his outstanding option awards at the time of a change in
control or he may receive options of the new entity that have a value proportionate to the value of
the options he held in the Company. If Ms. Hamlins employment terminates for a reason other than
death, disability, retirement or change in control, she will be entitled to exercise only those
options that were vested as of the date of termination, and must do so within the earlier of their
original expiration dates and three months from the date her employment terminates.
Ms. Hamlins employment agreement also includes non-solicitation and non-disparagement
provisions, and non-competition provisions that prevent her from using confidential information
gained during her employment with the Company to directly or indirectly assist other organizations
in the research, development, production, marketing or sales of competing products, processes,
technologies, inventions or services. Ms. Hamlin cannot directly or indirectly render services
that would exploit
43
confidential information to enhance the use or marketability of such products or services during
her employment and for a period of eighteen months after her resignation or termination for any
reason.
The non-solicitation provision states that during her employment and for a period of eighteen
months after her employment with the Company ends, Ms. Hamlin may not solicit the Companys
current, former or potential customers for the purpose of providing products or services similar to
those provided by the Company, use contacts she developed during her employment with the Company
for the purpose of solicitation, or attempt to interfere with the relationships between the Company
and any of its employees or independent contractors. The non-disparagement covenant prohibits Ms.
Hamlin from disparaging or defaming the Company or any of its directors, officers, employees,
customers or vendors during her employment and at all times thereafter.
The following table sets forth the potential payments upon termination, retirement,
termination without cause, termination for cause, change in control, disability and death if Ms.
Hamlins employment had terminated on December 31, 2006:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Involuntary |
|
|
|
|
|
Termination |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Not For |
|
|
|
|
|
Due to |
|
|
|
|
Benefits and |
|
Voluntary |
|
Normal |
|
Cause |
|
For Cause |
|
Change in |
|
|
|
|
Payments Upon |
|
Termination |
|
Retirement |
|
Termination |
|
Termination |
|
Control on |
|
Disability |
|
Death on |
Separation |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
|
on 12/31/06 |
|
12/31/06 |
Cash Payment(1) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
43,333 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Pro-rated Non-Equity
Incentive Award |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Stock Options |
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2)(3) |
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
|
$ |
14,169 |
(2) |
Accrued Vacation |
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
$ |
4,961 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Based on Ms. Hamlins annual base salary for fiscal 2006. |
|
(2) |
|
Reflects the excess of the fair market value of the shares underlying unvested options over
the exercise price of such options, the vesting of which accelerates in connection with the
specified event. Fair market value is based upon a per share price of $2.65, the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the first trading day following December 31, 2006.
Unvested options with an exercise price in excess of $2.65 per share are disregarded on the
assumption that the executive would not exercise such options. For further information
regarding the awards as of fiscal year end, see the table entitled Outstanding Equity Awards
at 2006 Fiscal Year-End. |
|
(3) |
|
Value is based on the assumption that the Board would provide for acceleration of the right
to exercise all unvested outstanding option awards. |
44
Equity Compensation Plan Information
The following table provides information as of December 31, 2006 about the Companys equity
compensation plans:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
NUMBER OF |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SECURITIES |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
REMAINING AVAILABLE |
|
|
|
NUMBER OF |
|
|
|
|
|
|
FOR FUTURE ISSUANCE |
|
|
|
SECURITIES TO BE |
|
|
|
|
|
|
UNDER EQUITY |
|
|
|
ISSUED UPON |
|
|
WEIGHTED AVERAGE |
|
|
COMPENSATION PLANS |
|
|
|
EXERCISE OF |
|
|
EXERCISE PRICE OF |
|
|
(EXCLUDING |
|
|
|
OUTSTANDING |
|
|
OUTSTANDING |
|
|
SECURITIES |
|
|
|
OPTIONS, WARRANTS |
|
|
OPTIONS, WARRANTS |
|
|
REFLECTED IN |
|
|
|
AND RIGHTS |
|
|
AND RIGHTS |
|
|
COLUMN (a)) |
|
|
|
(a) |
|
|
(b) |
|
|
(c) |
|
Equity compensation
plans approved by
security holders |
|
|
2,250,900 |
|
|
$ |
1.64 |
|
|
|
1,704,837 |
(1) |
Equity compensation
plans not approved
by security holders |
|
|
1,694,431 |
(2) |
|
$ |
2.38 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
TOTAL |
|
|
3,945,331 |
|
|
$ |
1.96 |
|
|
|
1,704,837 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
Includes 391,562 shares of Common Stock available for issuance under the Companys Employee
Stock Purchase Plan. |
|
(2) |
|
Represents outstanding warrants to selling agents and investors issued in connection with
financing transactions. |
45
APPROVAL OF
AMENDED AND RESTATED
2005 STOCK OPTION PLAN
(Proposal #2)
GENERAL
The Company has in effect its 2005 Stock Option Plan (the Stock Option Plan), which the
shareholders approved on June 7, 2005 and amended on May 23, 2006 to increase the number of
authorized shares under the Stock Option Plan to 4,000,000. The Board of Directors has recommended
amending and restating the Stock Option Plan to (i) permit optionees to pay for shares upon
exercise of options with cash, by delivering previously-acquired shares of Common Stock of the
Company, or by having shares withheld (e.g., a net share settlement), (ii) limit the authority of a
committee appointed by the Board to administer the plan with respect to the Companys Section 16
officers, (iii) eliminate the ability of optionees to pay any portion of the exercise price of
their options by delivery of a promissory note, and (iv) eliminate the ability of optionees to
satisfy any withholding tax obligations by withholding shares from the exercise price of their
options or surrendering previously-owned shares.
The affirmative vote of a majority of the shares of the Companys Common Stock represented and
voting on this proposal at the 2007 Annual Meeting of Shareholders is required for approval of the
Amended and Restated 2005 Stock Option Plan.
DESCRIPTION OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED 2005 STOCK OPTION PLAN
A general description of the basic features of the Amended and Restated Stock Option Plan is
presented below, but such description is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of
the Amended and Restated 2005 Stock Option Plan, a copy of which is attached to this proxy
statement as Exhibit E.
Purpose. The purpose of the Stock Option Plan is to advance the interests of the Company and
its shareholders by enabling the Company to attract and retain persons of ability as employees,
directors and consultants, by providing an incentive to such individuals through equity
participation in the Company.
Term. Options may be granted under the Stock Option Plan until December 14, 2014, or until
such earlier date as the Stock Option Plan is discontinued or terminated by the Board.
Administration. The Stock Option Plan is administered by the Board or by a committee of the
Board. The Stock Option Plan gives broad powers to the Board or committee to administer and
interpret the Stock Option Plan, including the authority to select the individuals to be granted
options and to prescribe the particular form and conditions of each option granted. However, any
committee appointed by the Board shall not have authority over matters relating to the Section 16
officers, other than the authority to make recommendations to the Board.
Eligibility. All salaried employees of the Company or any subsidiary are eligible to receive
incentive stock options pursuant to the Stock Option Plan. All salaried employees, non-employee
directors and officers of, and consultants to, the Company or any subsidiary are eligible to
receive nonqualified stock options. As of April 2, 2007, the Company had approximately 31 eligible
employees (of which eleven are executive officers) and seven eligible directors who are not
employees.
Options. When an option is granted under the Stock Option Plan, the Board (upon recommendation
of the committee in the case of Section 16 officers) or the committee (in the case of other
optionees), at its discretion, specifies the option price, the type of option (either incentive
or
nonqualified) to be granted, and the number of shares of Common Stock which may be purchased upon
exercise of the option. Generally, the exercise price of an incentive stock option may not be less
than
46
100% of the fair market value of the Companys Common Stock. The fair market value of the
Companys Common Stock on April 2, 2007 was $2.79 per share. The term during which the option may
be exercised and whether the option will be exercisable immediately, in stages or otherwise, are
set by the Board (upon recommendation of the committee in the case of Section 16 officers) or the
committee (in the case of other optionees), but the term of an incentive stock option may not
exceed ten years from the date of grant. Optionees may pay for shares upon exercise of options (i)
in cash, (ii) by delivering previously acquired shares of Common Stock or (iii) by a combination
thereof. If the amendment proposed in this proxy statement is approved, optionees may also pay for
shares upon exercise of options by having shares of Stock withheld from the number of shares
otherwise issuable upon the exercise of the option (e.g., a net share settlement), but they no
longer may pay any portion of the exercise price of their options by delivery of a promissory note
or request to satisfy any withholding tax obligations by withholding shares from the exercise price
of the options or surrendering previously-owned shares. The Board has never previously received or
granted any such requests. In the event the optionee elects to pay the purchase price in whole or
in part with previously acquired shares of Common Stock or through a net share settlement, the fair
market value of the shares delivered or withheld shall equal the total exercise price for the
shares being purchased in such manner. Each stock option granted under the Stock Option Plan is
nontransferable during the lifetime of the optionee. Each outstanding option under the Stock Option
Plan may terminate earlier than its stated expiration date in the event of the optionees
termination of employment, directorship or other relationship with the Company.
Amendment. The Board of Directors may from time to time suspend or discontinue the Stock
Option Plan or revise or amend it in any respect; provided, that the Stock Option Plan may not,
without the approval of the shareholders, be amended in any manner that will (a) materially
increase the number of shares subject to the Stock Option Plan except as provided in the case of
stock splits, consolidations, stock dividends or similar events; (b) materially modify the
requirements for eligibility for participation in the Stock Option Plan; (c) materially increase
the benefits accruing to optionees under the Stock Option Plan; or (d) cause incentive stock
options to fail to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code.
Federal Income Tax Consequences of the Stock Option Plan. Under present law, an optionee will
not realize any taxable income on the date a nonqualified option is granted pursuant to the Stock
Option Plan. Upon exercise of the option, however, the optionee must recognize, in the year of
exercise, ordinary income equal to the difference between the option price and the fair market
value of the Companys Common Stock on the date of exercise. Upon the sale of the shares, any
resulting gain or loss will be treated as capital gain or loss. The Company will receive an income
tax deduction in its fiscal year in which options are exercised, equal to the amount of ordinary
income recognized by those optionees exercising options, and must withhold income and other
employment-related taxes on such ordinary income.
Incentive stock options granted under the Stock Option Plan are intended to qualify for
favorable tax treatment under Code Section 422. Under Section 422, an optionee recognizes no
taxable income when the option is granted. Further, the optionee generally will not recognize any
taxable income when the option is exercised if he or she has at all times from the date of the
options grant until three months before the date of exercise been an employee of the Company. The
Company ordinarily is not entitled to any income tax deductions upon the grant or exercise of an
incentive stock option. Certain other favorable tax consequences may be available to the optionee
if he or she does not dispose of the shares acquired upon the exercise of an incentive stock option
for a period of two years from the granting of the option and one year from the receipt of the
shares.
47
Stock Option Plan Benefits. The table below shows the total number of stock options that
previously have been granted to the following individuals and groups under the 2005 Stock Option
Plan as of April 2, 2007:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Number of |
Name and Position / Group |
|
Options Received (1) |
Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer(2) |
|
|
265,000 |
|
Jerry V. Noyce, Vice Chairman(2) |
|
|
484,000 |
|
Wesley W. Winnekins, Chief Financial Officer |
|
|
238,500 |
|
Jeanne C. Crawford, Vice President Human Resources |
|
|
175,000 |
|
Brian Gagne, National Vice President Health Management |
|
|
90,000 |
|
Katherine M. Hamlin, National Vice President Health Management |
|
|
90,000 |
|
Current Executive Officers as a Group (11 persons) |
|
|
1,655,000 |
|
Current Directors who are not Executive Officers as a Group (7 persons) |
|
|
537,500 |
|
Mark W. Sheffert (Chairman of the Board and Director Nominee) |
|
|
81,000 |
|
K. James Ehlen, M.D. (Director Nominee) |
|
|
73,500 |
|
Robert J. Marzec (Director Nominee) |
|
|
45,000 |
|
John C. Penn (Director Nominee) |
|
|
81,000 |
|
Linda Hall Whitman, Ph.D. (Director Nominee) |
|
|
81,000 |
|
Rodney A. Young (Director Nominee) |
|
|
81,000 |
|
Current Employees who are not Executive Officers as a Group (19 persons) |
|
|
223,900 |
|
|
|
|
(1) |
|
This table reflects the total number of options granted under the Stock Option Plan
as of April 2, 2007 to the individuals and groups listed herein. Because future grants of
stock options to the named executive officers under the Stock Option Plan are subject to the
discretion of the Board of Directors, the future benefits that may be received by these
individuals and groups under the Stock Option Plan cannot be determined at this time. |
|
(2) |
|
Mr. Lehman was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1,
2007. Mr. Noyce served as President and Chief Executive Officer until December 31, 2006, and
was appointed as Vice Chairman effective January 1, 2007. |
VOTE REQUIRED
The Board of Directors recommends that the shareholders vote FOR the Amended and Restated
2005 Stock Option Plan. Under applicable Minnesota law, approval of the Amended and Restated 2005
Stock Option Plan requires the affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of the voting power of
the shares represented in person or by proxy at the meeting with authority to vote on such matter,
provided that such majority must be greater than 25% of the Companys outstanding shares.
48
APPROVAL OF
2007 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN
(Proposal #3)
On March 27, 2007, the Board of Directors approved the Health Fitness Corporation 2007 Equity
Incentive Plan (the Plan), subject to approval by the Companys shareholders, which permits
restricted stock awards. In particular, the Board believes that granting performance-based
restricted stock awards to employees, officers and directors is an effective means to promote the
future growth and development of the Company. Such awards, among other things, increase these
individuals proprietary interest in the Companys success and enable the Company to attract and
retain qualified personnel. The Board therefore recommends that all shareholders vote in favor of
the Plan.
The affirmative vote of a majority of the shares of the Companys Common Stock represented and
voting on this proposal at the 2007 Annual Meeting of Shareholders is required for approval of the
Plan.
Description of 2007 Equity Incentive Plan
A general description of the material features of the Plan follows, but this description is
qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Plan, a copy of which is attached to
this proxy statement as Exhibit F.
General. Under the Plan, the Board or a committee appointed by the Board may award restricted
stock awards (referred to as an Award or Awards) to those officers, directors and employees
(the Participants) of the Company (including its subsidiaries and affiliates) whose performance,
in the judgment of the Board or committee (as discussed below), can have a significant effect on
the success of the Company.
As of March 27, 2007, the Board has determined that only the Companys Section 16 officers are
eligible Participants, but the Board or committee may designate additional Participants.
Accordingly, as of April 2, 2007, the Company had eleven eligible Participants in the 2007 Equity
Incentive Plan. A new plan benefits table is not provided because no grants under the 2007 Equity
Incentive Plan will be effective until after the Companys shareholders approve the 2007 Equity
Incentive Plan, and all Awards are discretionary. In addition, Participants will have the option
to receive non-equity incentive compensation in the form of cash bonuses in lieu of restricted
stock awards under the Plan.
Shares Available. The total number of shares of the Companys Common Stock available for
grants of Awards to Participants directly or indirectly under the Plan shall be Nine Hundred
Thousand (900,000) shares of Common Stock. If any Awards granted under the Plan expire or
terminate prior to exercise or otherwise lapse, or if any Awards are settled in cash, the shares
subject to such portion of the Award are available for subsequent grants of Awards. Further,
shares of stock used to satisfy any tax withholding obligation attributable to any Award, whether
withheld by the Company or tendered by the Participant, will continue to be reserved and available
for Awards granted under the Plan.
The total number of shares that may be issued pursuant to outstanding Awards are subject to
adjustment by the Board of Directors upon the occurrence of stock dividends, stock splits or other
recapitalizations, or because of mergers, consolidations, reorganizations or similar transactions
in which the Company receives no consideration. The Board may also provide for the protection of
Participants in the event of a merger, liquidation, reorganization, divestiture (including a
spin-off) or similar transaction.
Administration and Types of Awards. The Plan may be administered by the Board or a committee
appointed by the Board. Any committee appointed by the Board to administer the Plan shall
consist of at least two non-employee directors (as defined in Rule 16b-3, or any successor
provision, of the General Rules and Regulations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) and, to
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necessary for compliance with Code Section 162(m), each such director shall also be an
outside director (within the meaning of Code Section 162(m) and the regulations issued
thereunder). However, any committee appointed by the Board shall not have any authority over
matters relating to Section 16 officers, other than the authority to make recommendations to the
Board.
The Board (upon recommendation of the committee in the case of Section 16 officers) or the
committee (in the case of other optionees) has broad powers to administer and interpret the Plan,
including the authority: (i) to establish rules for the administration of the Plan; (ii) to select
the Participants in the Plan; (iii) to determine the number of shares covered by Awards; and (iv)
to set the terms and conditions of Awards. All determinations and interpretations of the Board
(upon recommendation of the committee in the case of Section 16 officers) or the committee (in the
case of other optionees) are binding on all interested parties.
Restricted Stock Awards. The Board (upon recommendation of the committee in the case of
Section 16 officers) or the committee (in the case of other optionees) is authorized to grant
awards of restricted stock. Each restricted stock award granted under the Plan shall be for a
number of shares as determined by the Board (upon recommendation of the committee in the case of
Section 16 officers) or the committee (in the case of other optionees). The Board (upon
recommendation of the committee in the case of Section 16 officers) or the committee (in the case
of other optionees), in its discretion, may also establish continued employment, achievement of
performance criteria, vesting or other conditions that must be satisfied for the restrictions on
the transferability of the shares and the risks of forfeiture to lapse. In no event shall a
Participant be granted restricted stock awards during any fiscal year of the Company covering in
the aggregate more than One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand (125,000) shares of Stock, subject to
adjustment as described above.
Amendment. The Board of Directors may terminate or amend the Plan, except that the terms of
Award agreements then outstanding may not be adversely affected without the consent of the
Participant. The Board of Directors may not amend the Plan to materially increase the total number
of shares of Common Stock available for issuance under the Plan, materially increase the benefits
accruing to any individual or materially modify the requirements for eligibility to participate in
the Plan without the approval of the Companys shareholders if such approval is required to comply
with the Code or other applicable laws or regulations.
Federal Income Tax Matters
Restricted Stock Awards. Generally, no income is taxable to the Participant in the year a
restricted stock award is granted. Instead, the Participant will recognize compensation taxable as
ordinary income equal to the fair market value of the shares in the year in which the transfer
restrictions lapse. Alternatively, if the Participant makes a Section 83(b) election, the
Participant will, in the year that the restricted stock award is granted, recognize compensation
taxable as ordinary income equal to the fair market value of the shares on the date the restricted
stock award is granted. Unless limited by Code Section 162(m), the Company normally will receive a
deduction equal to the amount of compensation the Participant is required to recognize as ordinary
taxable income, and must comply with applicable tax withholding requirements.
VOTE REQUIRED
The Board of Directors recommends that the shareholders vote FOR the Health Fitness
Corporation 2007 Equity Incentive Plan. Under applicable Minnesota law, approval of the Plan
requires the affirmative vote of the holders of the greater of a majority of the voting power of
the shares
represented in person or by proxy at the Annual Meeting with authority to vote on such matter,
provided that such majority must be greater than 25% of the Companys outstanding shares.
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RATIFICATION OF SELECTION OF
INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
(Proposal #4)
Grant Thornton LLP acted as the Companys independent registered public accounting firm for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 and has been selected by the Audit Committee to act as the
Companys auditors for fiscal 2007. Although it is not required to do so, the Board wishes to
submit the selection of Grant Thornton LLP to the shareholders for ratification, based upon the
recommendation of the Audit Committee. The Companys selection of Grant Thornton LLP will be
deemed ratified by the shareholders if holders of a majority of the voting power of the shares
represented in person or by proxy at the meeting with authority to vote on such matter, provided
that such majority must be greater than 25% of the Companys outstanding shares. The Audit
Committee retains discretion at all times to select the Companys independent registered public
accounting firm, notwithstanding ratification by the Companys shareholders. In the event the
shareholders do not approve such selection, the Audit Committee will reconsider its selection. A
representative of Grant Thornton LLP is expected to be present at the Annual Meeting of
Shareholders. Such representative will have an opportunity to make a statement if he or she
desires to do so and will be available to respond to appropriate questions.
The ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm
for the Company requires the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares represented in person or
by proxy at the Annual Meeting, provided that such majority must be greater than 25% of the
Companys outstanding shares.
Audit Fees
The following fees were billed by Grant Thornton LLP in fiscal years 2005 and 2006:
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54,805 |
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176,853 |
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282,338 |
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Audit fees are for professional services rendered and expenses incurred for the audit of the
Companys annual financial statements and review of financial statements included in our Forms 10-K
and 10-Q or services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and
regulatory filings or engagements.
Audit-related fees are primarily for services rendered and expenses incurred for the audit of
the Companys 401(k) Employee Benefit Plan.
Tax fees include fees for services provided and expenses incurred in connection with the
preparation of federal and state tax returns, tax advice and tax planning.
All other fees include fees for services provided and expenses incurred for non-audit related
accounting services. The other fees paid in 2006 relate primarily to consultative services on the
amendment in 2006 of documents relating to the Companys PIPE financing transaction, which closed
in November 2005, and the Companys acquisition of HealthCalc.Net, Inc., which closed on December
23, 2005.
Pursuant to its written charter, the Audit Committee is required to pre-approve the audit and
non-audit services performed by the Companys independent auditors in order to assure that the
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such services does not impair the auditors independence. Unless a particular service
has received general pre-approval by the Audit Committee, each service provided must be
specifically pre-approved. In addition, any proposed services exceeding pre-approved costs levels
will require specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee. As such, the Audit Committee adopted a
policy in February 2003, which policy is in the current Audit Committee charter, that states the
Audit Committee is required to approve all audit and non-audit accounting-related services. The
Audit Committee has pre-approved services to be requested from time to time by the Companys Chief
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer only on accounting matters that do not exceed $5,000
on any one occasion or $25,000 per year; provided, that the Companys Chief Financial Officer must
report to the Audit Committee on the provision of such services at the Audit Committee meeting held
immediately thereafter. The Audit Committee pre-approved all of the non-audit services described
above for which Grant Thornton LLP billed the Company fees in excess of the relevant thresholds.
The Companys Audit Committee has considered whether provision of the above non-audit services
is compatible with maintaining Grant Thornton LLPs independence and has determined that such
services have not adversely affected Grant Thornton LLPs independence.
VOTE REQUIRED
The Board recommends that you vote FOR the ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as the
independent registered public accounting firm for the Company. Ratification of Grant Thornton LLP
requires the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares represented in person or by proxy at the
Annual Meeting, provided that such majority must be greater than 25% of the Companys outstanding
shares.
AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT
In accordance with its written charter adopted by the Board of Directors, as amended (set
forth in Exhibit A to this proxy statement), the Audit Committee assists the Board of Directors
with fulfilling its oversight responsibility regarding the quality and integrity of the accounting,
auditing and financial reporting practices of the Company. In discharging its oversight
responsibilities regarding the audit process, the Audit Committee:
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discussed with the independent auditors the material required to be discussed
by Statement on Auditing Standards No. 61, as amended, with and without management
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reviewed the written disclosures and the letter from the independent auditors
required by Independence Standards Board Standard No. 1, and discussed with the
independent auditors any relationships that may impact their objectivity and
independence. |
Based upon the review and discussions referred to above, the Audit Committee recommended to
the Board of Directors that the audited financial statements be included in the Companys Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006, as filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission.
Members of the Audit Committee:
Robert J. Marzec (Chair)
James A. Bernards
Mark W. Sheffert
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SECTION 16(a) BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP REPORTING COMPLIANCE
Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 requires the Companys executive officers
and directors, and persons who own more than ten percent of the Companys Common Stock, to file
with the Securities and Exchange Commission initial reports of ownership and reports of changes in
ownership of Common Stock and other equity securities of the Company. Officers, directors and
greater than ten percent shareholders (Insiders) are required by SEC regulation to furnish the
Company with copies of all Section 16(a) forms they file.
To the Companys knowledge, based on a review of the copies of such reports furnished to the
Company during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006, all Section 16(a) filing requirements
applicable to Insiders were complied with, except for the following: Jerry V. Noyce filed one late
report regarding a gifting transaction, which was reported to the SEC on a Form 5 filed on November
29, 2006; James A. Bernards filed one late report regarding a distribution from an indirect to a
direct holding, which was reported to the SEC on a Form 5 filed February 14, 2007; and Mark W.
Sheffert filed two late reports regarding a warrant exercise, acquisition of warrant shares and a
gifting transaction, all of which were reported to the SEC on a Form 5 filed on February 14, 2007.
In addition, Peter A. Egan and John F. Ellis did not timely report themselves as new filers on Form
3. Both Forms were filed on May 30, 2006.
OTHER BUSINESS
Management knows of no other matters to be presented at the meeting. If any other matter
properly comes before the meeting, the appointees named in the proxies will vote the proxies in
accordance with their best judgment.
SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS
Any appropriate proposal submitted by a shareholder of the Company and intended to be
presented at the 2008 Annual Meeting must be received by the Company no later than December 18,
2007 to be includable in the Companys proxy statement and related proxy for the 2008 Annual
Meeting.
Also, if a shareholder proposal intended to be presented at the 2008 Annual Meeting but not
included in the Companys proxy statement and proxy is received by the Company after March 3, 2008,
then the persons named in the Companys proxy form for the 2008 Annual Meeting will have
discretionary authority to vote the shares represented by such proxies on the shareholder proposal,
if presented at the meeting, without including information about the proposal in the Companys
materials.
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FORM 10-K
A COPY OF THE COMPANYS FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2006
(WITHOUT EXHIBITS), ACCOMPANIES THIS NOTICE OF MEETING AND PROXY STATEMENT. NO PART OF THE ANNUAL
REPORT IS INCORPORATED HEREIN AND NO PART THEREOF IS TO BE CONSIDERED PROXY SOLICITING MATERIAL.
THE COMPANY WILL FURNISH WITHOUT CHARGE TO EACH PERSON WHOSE PROXY IS BEING SOLICITED, UPON WRITTEN
REQUEST OF ANY SUCH PERSON, ANY EXHIBIT DESCRIBED IN THE LIST ACCOMPANYING THE FORM 10-K, UPON THE
PAYMENT, IN ADVANCE, OF REASONABLE FEES RELATED TO THE COMPANYS FURNISHING SUCH EXHIBIT(S).
REQUESTS FOR COPIES OF SUCH EXHIBIT(S) SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO WESLEY W. WINNEKINS, CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER, AT THE COMPANYS PRINCIPAL ADDRESS.
Dated: April 16, 2007
Bloomington, Minnesota
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Exhibit A
Health Fitness Corporation
AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER
As Amended and Approved March 27, 2007
PURPOSE
The Board of Directors (the Board) of Health Fitness Corporation (the Company) has adopted this
charter to govern the operation of the Audit Committee (the Committee). The Committee shall have
oversight over the accounting and financial reporting processes of the Company and the audits of
the financial statements of the Company. The Committee shall monitor (i) the integrity of the
financial statements of the Company; (ii) the independent auditors qualifications and
independence; (iii) the performance of the independent auditors; and (iv) the Companys internal
controls and disclosure procedures.
It is the responsibility of the Committee to develop and maintain free and open communication
between the directors, the independent auditors, and the financial management of the Company and to
ensure that the independent auditors are accountable to both the Committee and the Board.
ORGANIZATION
The Committee shall be comprised of three or more directors, as determined and elected by the
Board. The Board may replace a Committee member at any time. Each Committee member shall be an
independent director, as such term is defined in the NASDAQ rules, and free from any relationship
that, in the opinion of the Board, would interfere with the exercise of his or her independent
judgment as a member of the Committee. In addition, each member of the Committee must satisfy the
requirements for independence set forth in the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange
Commission (the SEC), including those issued pursuant to Rule 10A-3 of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934, as amended. All Committee members must be able to read and understand financial
statements, including a balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement, at the time of
their appointment to the Committee. No Committee member shall have participated in the preparation
of the Companys financial statements at any time during the prior three years. At least one
member of the Committee shall be a financial expert, as such term is defined under the rules and
regulations of the SEC.
COMMITTEE RESOURCES
In discharging its duties, the Committee is empowered to investigate any matter brought to its
attention with full access to all books, records, facilities, and personnel of the Company. The
Committee may retain independent consultants, counsel, and other advisors it considers necessary to
fulfill its responsibilities. The selection, retention, and termination of such personnel shall be
at the sole discretion of the Committee. The Company shall provide appropriate funds in order to
pay the fees of (i) any registered public accounting firm engaged for the purpose of preparing or
issuing an audit report or preparing other audit, review or attest services for the Company, (ii)
any consultants, counsel or other advisors hired by the Committee, and (iii) ordinary
administrative expenses of the Committee that are necessary or appropriate in carrying out its
duties.
COMMITTEE OPERATION
The Committee shall meet at least on a quarterly basis (four times) per year. The Committee may
meet in person or by means of telephone conference call, and may also act by means of unanimous
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consent. A majority of the Committee members shall constitute a quorum. Actions at meetings may
be approved by a majority of Committee members present, so long as there is a quorum.
LIMITATION OF AUDIT COMMITTEES ROLE
While the Committee has the responsibilities and powers set forth in this charter, it is not the
duty of the Committee to plan or conduct audits, or to determine that the audited financial
statements are complete, accurate and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Such responsibilities, and the fundamental responsibility for the Companys financial statements
and internal accounting controls, rests with management and the independent auditors.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
The Committee shall have the following responsibilities and authority:
Oversight of Independent Auditors
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Appointment and Oversight. The Committee shall have the sole
authority to appoint, dismiss, determine compensation for, retain,
and oversee the independent auditors. The Committee shall be
directly responsible for oversight of the work of the independent
auditors engaged for the purpose of preparing or issuing an audit
report or performing other audit, review or attest services for
the Company. The independent auditors shall report directly to
the Committee, and the Committee shall have a clear understanding
with management and the independent auditors that the independent
auditors are ultimately accountable to the Committee. The
Committee shall review and pre-approve all audit services and
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Audit Scope and Procedures. The Committee shall discuss with the
independent auditors the overall scope and plans for their
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Review of Annual Audit. The Committee shall, in consultation with
the independent auditors and management, review the results of the
annual audit and any other matters required to be communicated to
the Committee by the independent auditors under Statement of
Auditing Standards 61. |
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Accounting Policies and Practices. The Committee shall discuss
with the independent auditors critical accounting policies and
procedures used by the Company, as well as any material
alternative treatments of financial information within generally
accepted accounting principles that have been discussed with
management, ramifications of the use of such alternative
treatments, and the treatment preferred by the independent
auditors. |
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Evaluation of Auditors. The Committee shall, no less than
annually, evaluate the independent auditors. The review should at
a minimum consider the independent auditors qualifications, fees,
performance, and independence. The Committee shall review the
rotation of the independent auditors partners in accordance with
applicable regulations, and review the performance and
qualifications of the independent auditors and discharge the
independent auditors when circumstances warrant. The Committee
shall oversee practices regarding hiring former employees of the
independent auditors. |
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Annual Report from Independent Auditors. The Committee shall
receive and review, at least annually, a report from the
independent auditors discussing (i) all relationships between the
independent auditors and the Company consistent with Independence
Standards Board Standard Number 1; (ii) the audit firms internal
quality-control procedures; and (iii) any material issues raised
by the most recent internal quality-control review, or peer
review, of the firm, or any inquiry or investigation by
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to independent audits carried out by the firm, and any steps taken to deal with
any such issues. The Committee shall actively engage in a dialogue with the
independent auditors with respect to any disclosed relationships or services
that may impact the objectivity and independence of the auditor. If necessary,
the Committee shall take, or recommend that the Board take, appropriate action
with respect to the independence of the auditors or other information disclosed
in the auditors annual report. |
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Non-Audit Services. Neither the Committee nor the
Board shall approve, and the independent auditors
shall not provide to the Company, the following
non-audit services, or any other non-audit services
prohibited by SEC rules and regulations, if such
services are to be provided contemporaneously with an
audit of the Company: bookkeeping services;
financial information systems design and
implementation services; appraisal or valuation
services; fairness opinions; contribution-in-kind
reports; actuarial services; internal audit
outsourcing services; management functions or human
resources; broker/dealer, investment adviser or
investment banking services; legal services; and
expert services unrelated to the audit. |
Internal Controls
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Adequacy of Internal Controls and Financial Staff. The Committee
shall, at least annually, review and discuss with management and
the independent auditors the adequacy and effectiveness of the
Companys internal accounting and financial controls, and elicit
any recommendations for the improvement of the internal control
procedures or particular areas where new or more detailed controls
or procedures are desirable. The Committee shall consider the
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Complaints. The Committee shall establish and maintain procedures
for the receipt, retention, and treatment of complaints received
by the Company regarding accounting, internal accounting controls
and auditing matters. These procedures shall allow employees to
submit concerns regarding questionable accounting and auditing
matters on a confidential, anonymous basis. |
Financial Statement and Disclosure Matters
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Review of Annual Report. The Committee shall review with
management and the independent auditors the Companys Annual
Report on Form 10-K, and in particular the financial statements to
be included therein and the disclosures made in the managements
discussion and analysis section. Based on these reviews, the
Committee shall annually report to the Board whether the Committee
recommends inclusion of the financial statements in the Companys
Annual Report and Form 10-K. |
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Review of Interim Reports. The Committee shall review with
management and the independent auditors each Form 10-Q, and in
particular the financial statements to be included therein and the
disclosures made in the managements discussion and analysis
section. |
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Financial Information Disclosure. The Committee shall review with
management and the independent auditors earnings press releases.
The Committee shall also review the types of information and
earnings guidance given to analysts and rating agencies. |
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Proxy Report. The Committee shall review the Companys annual
proxy statement and prepare the Report of the Audit Committee that
SEC rules require be included in the proxy statement. |
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Other Reports. The Committee shall review other relevant reports
or financial information submitted by the Company to any
governmental body or the public, including management
certifications as required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and any
certification, report, opinion or review rendered by the
independent auditors. |
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Review of New Requirements. The Committee shall discuss with
management and the independent auditors any new accounting and
financial requirements, as well as other current developments in
accounting principles, auditing standards, independence standards
or reporting practices. |
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Review of Significant Reporting Issues. The Committee shall
discuss with management and the independent auditors, both
separately and together, significant financial reporting issues
arising in connection with the preparation of the Companys
financial statements, including (i) any significant changes in the
Companys accounting policies or procedures; (ii) any judgments
made that significantly affected the financial results; (iii) the
nature of any unusual or significant commitments or contingent
liabilities, including the assumptions underlying such
liabilities; and (iv) any major issues as to the adequacy of the
Companys internal controls. |
Meetings with Independent Auditors, Management and Legal Counsel
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presence of management or others at least annually. Additionally,
the Committee shall meet separately with management out of the
presence of the independent auditors at least annually. |
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The Committee shall meet with the Companys outside legal counsel
out of the presence of management, the independent auditors or
others at least annually. |
Committee Approval of Certain Transactions
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Related-Party Transactions. The Committee shall review and recommend to the Board the
approval or disapproval of any related-party transactions to which the Company is a party and
confirm whether appropriate disclosures have been made. The term related party transaction
shall refer to transactions required to be disclosed by SEC Regulation S-K, Item 404. |
Evaluation and Reporting Requirements
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Performance Evaluation. The Committee shall conduct an evaluation
of its performance at least annually. The evaluation shall
address subjects including the Committees composition,
independence, responsibilities, structures, processes and
effectiveness. The Committee shall, as appropriate, make
recommendations to the Nominating/Governance Committee or the
Board as a result of its performance evaluation. |
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Reporting to Board. The Committee shall report regularly to the
Board regarding the execution of its duties and responsibilities,
and shall review with the Board any material matters discussed or
acted upon by the Committee during the next regular meeting of the
Board. |
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Review of Charter. The Committee shall annually review and
reassess the adequacy of this charter and obtain the approval of
the Board for any proposed changes to the charter. |
Delegation
To the extent permissible under applicable laws and regulations, the Committee may delegate
any of its responsibilities to one or more members of the Committee or a subcommittee comprised of
one or more members of the Committee; provided, that any such members or subcommittee to which any
responsibilities are delegated shall not have decision-making authority, shall report regularly to
the Committee regarding the matters delegated, and shall review with the Committee any material
matters discussed or recommended by such members or subcommittee.
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Exhibit B
CHARTER FOR THE COMPENSATION/HUMAN CAPITAL COMMITTEE
OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
As Amended and Approved March 27, 2007
I. MEMBERSHIP/MEETINGS:
This Committee shall be comprised of three or more directors as appointed by the Board, each
of whom shall be independent directors, and free from any relationship that, in the opinion of the
Board, would interfere with the exercise of his or her independent judgment as a member of the
Committee; provided, however, that if the Committee is comprised of at least three independent
members, one director who is not independent and is not a current officer may also be appointed to
the Committee if the Board determines that such individuals membership on the Committee is in the
best interests of the Company. Committee members may be removed or replaced by the Board with or
without cause. Committee membership is reviewed by the full Board every year and the Chair
position every three years. The Committee meets at least twice a year (early November and early to
mid February). A majority of the members of this Committee shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of business. Committee responsibilities are reviewed and reassessed annually with
changes approved by the full Board of Directors.
II. COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES AS TO COMPENSATION MATTERS:
The responsibilities of the Committee are summarized, but not limited to, the following:
Compensation Plans and Salaries for Executives
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officers. Review the performance evaluation procedures applicable to these executives,
particularly the Vice Chairman and CEO. |
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Recommend to the full Board compensation plans for the executive officers designated
by the Board as Section 16 officers under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended (the Section 16 Officers). Approve compensation plans for the other
executive officers and promptly report to the Board regarding such approved plans. |
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Annually recommend to the full Board the performance reviews and salaries of the
Section 16 Officers. Annually approve the performance reviews and salaries of the
other executive officers and promptly report to the Board regarding such salaries. |
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Review and discuss with management the Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A)
required by the SEC. Based on such review and discussion, the Committee shall
determine whether to recommend to the full Board that the CD&A be included in the
annual report or proxy. The Committee shall provide, over the names of the members of
the Committee, the required compensation committee report for the annual report or
proxy. |
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(CIP), including payout potential and performance objectives for the Section 16
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Approve MBP and CIP payout potential and performance objectives for the other
executive officers and promptly report to the Board regarding such matters. |
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Administrator each of the MBP and CIP; provided that all matters relating to Section
16 Officers under such plans, including the grant of awards and setting of performance
objectives, must be recommended to the Board for approval. |
Stock Based Incentive Plans
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Recommend stock option, employee stock purchase, restricted stock and other equity
incentive plans (Stock Based Incentive Plans) to the full Board for submittal to
shareholders. |
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Recommend to the full Board stock option and other equity awards to, and performance
objectives for, the Section 16 Officers under the Stock Based Incentive Plans. Grant
stock option and other equity awards to, and set performance objectives for, the other
executive officers and management/key associates under the Stock Based Incentive Plans
and promptly report to the Board regarding such grants. The Committee has the option
to name a future grant date, in which case the price of the option will be fair market
value as of that grant date. |
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Administer each of the Stock Based Incentive Plans; provided that all matters
relating to Section 16 Officers under such plans, including the grant of awards and
setting of performance objectives, must be recommended to the Board for approval. |
Management Participation
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Review and consider the recommendations of the Chief Executive Officer and Vice
President Human Resources regarding salaries, bonuses, performance objectives, stock
based incentive awards and other compensation for the executive officers. |
Retirement & Benefits
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Review and recommend to the full Board changes to the matching contribution for the
companys 401(k) Savings Plan. |
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Review and recommend to the full Board the annual discretionary profit sharing
contribution, if any, for the companys 401(k) Savings Plan. |
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Annually review investment options and performance of the 401(k) Savings Plan, the
investment managers performance and the audit of the Plan and reports results to the
full Board. |
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Review annually (prior to open enrollment for the following year) recommended
changes to Associate Benefit Package. |
III. COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES AS TO HUMAN CAPITAL MATTERS:
Executive Development
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Work with CEO and senior management to evaluate and appropriately assure
organizational alignment. |
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Work with CEO and senior management to assure that there is appropriate Committee or
Board approval to develop, recruit, and properly compensate appropriate executive
talent. |
Executive Succession
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Assist and advise management to develop appropriate succession plans for the
executive officers. (The Vice Chairmans and CEOs succession plan must be approved by
the full Board.) |
Authority
The Committee shall have the authority, as and when it shall determine to be necessary or
appropriate to the functions of the Committee:
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At the expense of the Company and not at the expense of the members
thereof, to retain counsel (which may be, but need not be, the regular corporate
counsel to the Company), employ one or more recruiting firms to assist in the
identification and recruitment of officer candidates and other advisors to assist it in
connection with its functions. |
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To request from the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer,
and such other members of the Companys management as the Committee shall deem
appropriate, advice and information, orally or in writing, concerning the Companys
business operations and financial condition relevant to the functions of the Committee. |
Delegation
To the extent permissible under applicable laws and regulations, the Committee may delegate
any of its responsibilities to one or more members of the Committee or a subcommittee comprised of
one or more members of the Committee; provided that any such members or subcommittee to which any
responsibilities are delegated shall not have decision-making authority, shall report regularly to
the Committee regarding the matters delegated, and shall review with the Committee any material
matters discussed or recommendations made by such members or subcommittee.
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Exhibit C
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
FINANCE COMMITTEE CHARTER
As Amended and Approved March 27, 2007
MEMBERSHIP/MEETINGS
This Committee shall be comprised of three or more directors as determined by the Board, one of
whom shall be designated as Chairman by the Board. A majority of the members shall be independent
directors and free from any relationship that, in the opinion of the Board, would interfere with
the exercise of his or her independent judgment as a member of the Committee. The Committee meets
at least four times per year. Committee membership and responsibilities are reviewed and
reassessed annually with changes approved by the Board.
COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
The Committee is charged to:
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Explore opportunities for strategic acquisitions by the Company. |
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Explore opportunities for other extraordinary transactions involving the Company. |
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Explore appropriate methods for financing such acquisitions and extraordinary
transactions. |
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Report periodically to the full Board of Directors at its own initiative or as
requested by the Chairman of the Board. |
The Committee shall have the authority to incur reasonable expenses in carrying out its
responsibilities. The Committee shall not have the authority to approve specific acquisitions,
financings or other extraordinary transactions unless otherwise given such authority by the Board.
DELEGATION
To the extent permissible under applicable laws and regulations, the Committee may delegate any of
its responsibilities to one or more members of the Committee or a subcommittee comprised of one or
more members of the Committee; provided, that any such members or subcommittee to which any
responsibilities are delegated shall not have decision-making authority, shall report regularly to
the Committee regarding the matters delegated, and shall review with the Committee any material
matters discussed or recommended by such members or subcommittee.
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Exhibit D
CHARTER FOR THE NOMINATING/GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
As Amended and Approved March 27, 2007
I. PURPOSE:
The Nominating/Governance Committee (the Committee) shall be responsible for matters
relating to the governance of Health Fitness Corporation (the Company), including the review and
recommendation of candidates for the Companys Board of Directors.
II. MEMBERSHIP/MEETINGS:
This Committee shall be comprised of three or more directors as appointed by the Board, each
of whom shall be independent directors, and free from any relationship that, in the opinion of the
Board, would interfere with the exercise of his or her independent judgment as a member of the
Committee. Committee members may be removed or replaced by the Board with or without cause.
Committee membership is reviewed by the full Board every year and a new Chairperson appointed by
the full Board at least every three years. The Committee meets at least twice a year (first
quarter and fourth quarter). A majority of the members of this Committee shall constitute a quorum
for the transaction of business. Committee responsibilities are reviewed and reassessed annually
with changes approved by the full Board of Directors.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Developing, reviewing and revising as appropriate, for adoption by the Board, principles
of corporate governance by which the Company and the Board shall be governed. |
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Developing, reviewing and revising as appropriate, for adoption by the Board, the Ethics
and Code of Conduct policy by which the Company and its directors, officers, employees and
agents will be governed; provided, that the Audit Committee exercises these tasks with
regard to the Code as it relates to the Companys financial reporting process and internal
control system. |
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Developing and recommending to the Board policies and processes designed to provide for
effective and efficient governance, including but not limited to: policies for evaluation
of the Board and the chairperson, shareholder director communications, and director
attendance at annual meetings; election and reelection of Board members; and succession
planning for the Board chairperson and other Board leaders. |
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Annually reviewing the composition of the Board focusing on the governance and business
needs and requirements of the Company, and reporting to the Board regarding suggested
changes in Board composition that will guide the Committee in the selection, recruitment
and recommendation of directors. |
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Recommending to the Board member selection criteria and minimum qualifications for
directors. |
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Meeting as necessary to consider the nomination and screening of Board member
candidates, evaluate the performance of the Board and its members, as well as termination
of membership of
Board members in accordance with applicable corporate policy, for cause or other appropriate
reasons, and making appropriate recommendations to the Board with respect to such matters. |
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Reviewing the Companys procedures, processes and policies used to compensate Directors. |
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Reviewing & recommending the Board of Directors Compensation Plan. |
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Overseeing organization, membership and evaluation of Board committees and committee
members, and making appropriate recommendations to the Board with respect to such matters. |
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Reviewing and making recommendations to the Board regarding shareholder proposals that
related to corporate governance. |
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Evaluating the performance of Board members eligible for reelection; addressing
performance issues as needed; and recommending the reelection of Board members who are
performing effectively and continue to provide a competency needed on the Board. |
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Reviewing director nominees proposed by shareholders and recommending to the Board the
director nominees for the annual meeting of shareholders. |
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Evaluating and recommending to the Board which directors are considered independent
directors in a manner consistent with applicable listing standards and corporate
governance best practices. |
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Reviewing annually the adequacy of this charter, and submitting any recommended changes
to the Board for approval. |
IV. AUTHORITY:
The Nominating/Governance Committee shall have the authority, as and when it shall determine
to be necessary or appropriate to the functions of the Nominating/Governance Committee,
(i) at the expense of the Company and not at the expense of the members thereof, to
retain counsel (which may be, but need not be, the regular corporate counsel to the
Company), employ one or more recruiting firms to assist in the identification and
recruitment of director candidates and other advisors to assist it in connection with its
functions; and
(ii) to request from the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, and such
other members of the Companys management as the Committee shall deem appropriate, advice
and information, orally or in writing, concerning the Companys business operations and
financial condition relevant to the functions of the Committee.
In addition, to the extent permissible under applicable laws and regulations, the Committee
may delegate any of its responsibilities to one or more members of the Committee or a subcommittee
comprised of one or more members of the Committee; provided, that any such members or subcommittee
to which any responsibilities are delegated shall not have decision-making authority, shall report
regularly to the Committee regarding the matters delegated, and shall review with the Committee any
material matters discussed or recommended by such members or subcommittee.
V. MEETINGS/MINUTES:
The Nominating/Governance Committee will maintain written minutes of its meetings. Such
minutes shall be made available to the members of the Board of Directors, and filed with the
minutes of the meetings of the Board of Directors.
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VI. COOPERATION OF MANAGEMENT:
All members of management of the Company are requested to cooperate with the
Nominating/Governance Committee, and to render assistance to it as it shall request in carrying out
its functions.
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Exhibit E
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
AMENDED AND RESTATED
2005 STOCK OPTION PLAN
ARTICLE 1. ESTABLISHMENT AND PURPOSE
1.1 Establishment. Health Fitness Corporation (the Company) hereby establishes a
plan providing for the grant of stock options to certain eligible employees, directors and
consultants of the Company and its subsidiaries. This plan shall be known as the 2005 Stock Option
Plan (the Plan).
1.2 Purpose. The purpose of the Plan is to advance the interests of the Company and
its shareholders by enabling the Company to attract and retain persons of ability as employees,
directors and consultants, by providing an incentive to such individuals through equity
participation in the Company and by rewarding such individuals who contribute to the achievement by
the Company of its long-term economic objectives.
ARTICLE 2. DEFINITIONS
The following terms shall have the meanings set forth below, unless the context clearly
otherwise requires:
2.1 Board means the Board of Directors of the Company.
2.2 Change in Control means an event described in Article 11 below.
2.3 Code means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
2.4 Committee means a Committee appointed by the Board to administer the Plan, as
provided in Article 3 below, subject to any limitations on the power and authority of any Committee
that is appointed by the Board for such purpose, or contained in the charter of such Committee. At
any time during which there is no Committee with power to administer the Plan as provided herein,
all powers of the Committee referred to herein shall be vested in the Board.
2.5 Common Stock means the common stock of the Company, par value $.01 per share, or
the number and kind of shares of stock or other securities into which such Common Stock may be
changed in accordance with Section 4.3 below.
2.6 Disability means the occurrence of an event which constitutes permanent and
total disability within the meaning of Section 22(e)(3) of the Code.
2.7 Eligible Persons means individuals who are (a) salaried employees (including,
without limitation, officers and directors who are also employees) of the Company, (b) Non-Employee
Directors, or (c) consultants to the Company.
2.8 Exchange Act means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
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2.9 Fair Market Value means, with respect to the Common Stock, as of any date:
(a) if the Common Stock is listed or admitted to unlisted trading privileges on any
national securities exchange or is not so listed or admitted but transactions in the Common
Stock are reported on the NASDAQ Stock Market, the mean between the reported high and low
sale prices of the Common Stock on such exchange or by the NASDAQ Stock Market as of such
date (or, if no shares were traded on such day, as of the next preceding day on which there
was such a trade); or
(b) if the Common Stock is not listed or admitted to unlisted trading privileges or
reported on the Nasdaq Stock Market, and bid and asked prices therefor in the
over-the-counter market are reported by the National Quotation Bureau, Inc. (or any
comparable reporting service), the mean of the closing bid and asked prices as of such date,
as reported by the National Quotation Bureau, Inc. (or a comparable reporting service); or
(c) if the Common Stock is not listed or admitted to unlisted trading privileges, or
reported on the NASDAQ Stock Market, and bid and asked prices are not reported, the price
determined by the Board in good faith in the exercise of its reasonable discretion. The
Boards determination as to the current value of the Common Stock shall be final, conclusive
and binding for all purposes and on all persons, including, without limitation, the Company,
the shareholders of the Company, the Optionees and their respective successors-in-interest.
No member of the Board or the Committee shall be liable for any determination regarding
current value of the Common Stock that is made in good faith.
2.10 Incentive Stock Option means a right to purchase Common Stock granted to an
Optionee pursuant to Section 6.5 of the Plan that qualifies as an incentive stock option within the
meaning of Section 422 of the Code.
2.11 Non-Employee Director means any member of the Board who is not an employee of
the Company or any Subsidiary.
2.12 Non-Statutory Stock Option means a right to purchase Common Stock granted to an
Optionee pursuant to Section 6.5 of the Plan that does not qualify as an Incentive Stock Option.
2.13 Option means an Incentive Stock Option or a Non-Statutory Stock Option.
2.14 Optionee means an Eligible Person who receives one or more Incentive Stock
Options or Non-Statutory Stock Options under the Plan.
2.15 Person means any individual, corporation, partnership, group, association or
other person (as such term is used in Section 14(d) of the Exchange Act), other than the Company,
a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company or any employee benefit plan sponsored by the Company.
2.16 Retirement means the retirement of an Optionee pursuant to and in accordance
with the regular retirement plan or practice of the Company or the Subsidiary employing the
Optionee.
2.17 Securities Act means the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
2.18 Section 16 Officers means the executive officers of the Company designated from
time to time by the Board as Section 16 officers under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended
2.19 Subsidiary means any corporation that is a subsidiary corporation of the
Company (within the meaning of Section 424(f) of the Code).
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2.20 Tax Date means a date defined in Section 6.4(e) or Section 6.5(c) of the Plan.
ARTICLE 3. PLAN ADMINISTRATION
The Plan shall be administered by the Board or by a Committee of the Board consisting of two
or more directors who shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Board; provided, that
if the Board delegates administration to a Committee, such Committee shall have no authority for
matters under this Plan relating to or affecting non-employee directors, and the Committee further
shall have no authority for matters under this Plan relating to or affecting Section 16 Officers
except the authority to make recommendations to the Board. The Board further may subject such
delegation to such additional restrictions on authority as it may deem necessary and appropriate
and thereafter shall continue to have the power to take action with respect to all matters
pertaining to this plan with or without recommendation of the Committee. As long as the Companys
securities are registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended, then, to the extent necessary for compliance with Rule 16b-3, or any successor provision,
each of the members of the Committee shall be a Non-Employee Director. For purposes of this
paragraph, Non-Employee Director shall have the same meaning as set forth in Rule 16b-3, or any
successor provision, as then in effect, of the General Rules and Regulations under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Members of a Committee, if established, shall be appointed from
time to time by the Board, shall serve at the pleasure of the Board and may resign at any time upon
written notice to the Board. A majority of the members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum.
The Committee shall act by majority approval of its members, shall keep minutes of its meetings
and shall provide copies of such minutes to the Board. Action of the Committee may be taken
without a meeting if unanimous written consent thereto is given. Copies of minutes of the
Committees meetings and of its actions by written consent shall be provided to the Board and kept
with the corporate records of the Company.
In accordance with the provisions of the Plan the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee
in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not
directors or Section 16 Officers) shall: select the Optionees from Eligible Persons; determine the
number of shares of Common Stock to be subject to Options granted pursuant to the Plan, the time at
which such Options are granted, the Option exercise price, Option period and the manner in which
each such Option vests or becomes exercisable; fix such other provisions of such Options as are
deemed necessary or desirable and as consistent with the terms of the Plan; determine the form or
forms of the agreements with Optionees which shall evidence the particular terms, conditions,
rights and duties of the Company and the Optionees under Options granted pursuant to the Plan; and
otherwise exercise authority, subject to the provisions of the Plan, including establishing,
adopting and revising such rules and regulations relating to the Plan as may be deemed necessary or
advisable for the administration of the Plan. With the consent of the Optionee affected thereby,
the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the
Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) may approve
amendments or modifications to the terms of any outstanding Incentive Stock Option or Non-Statutory
Stock Option in any manner, provided that the amended or modified terms are permitted by the Plan
as then in effect. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing sentence, the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case
of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) may recommend to the Board or approve
such amendments (as appropriate within the terms of its appointment or Charter), with the consent
of the Optionee affected thereby, that modify the exercise price, number of shares or other terms
and conditions of an Option, extend the term of an Option, accelerate the exercisability or vesting
or otherwise terminate any restrictions relating to an Option, extend, renew or accept the
surrender of any outstanding Option to the extent not previously exercised, and the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case
of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) may approve the grant of new Options in
substitution therefor to the extent not previously exercised.
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Each determination, interpretation or other action made or taken by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case
of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) pursuant to the provisions of the Plan
shall be conclusive and binding for all purposes and on all persons, including, without limitation,
the Company and its Subsidiaries, the shareholders of the Company, the Committee and each of the
members thereof, the directors, officers and employees of the Company and its Subsidiaries, and the
Optionees and their respective successors in interest. No member of the Committee shall be liable
for any action or determination made in good faith with respect to the Plan or any Option granted
under the Plan.
ARTICLE 4. SHARES SUBJECT TO THE PLAN
4.1 Number. The maximum number of shares of Common Stock that shall be reserved for
issuance under the Plan shall be Four Million (4,000,000), subject to adjustment upon changes in
the capitalization of the Company as provided in Section 4.3 below. Shares of Common Stock that
may be issued upon exercise of Options shall be applied to reduce the maximum number of shares of
Common Stock remaining available for use under the Plan.
4.2 Unused Stock. Any shares of Common Stock that are subject to an Option (or any
portion thereof) that lapses, expires or for any reason is terminated unexercised shall
automatically again become available for use under the Plan.
4.3 Change in Shares, Adjustments, Etc. If the number of outstanding shares of Common
Stock is increased or decreased or changed into or exchanged for a different number or kind of
shares of stock or other securities of the Company or of another corporation by reason of any
reorganization, merger, consolidation, recapitalization, reclassification, stock dividend, stock
split, reverse stock split, combination of shares, rights offering or any other change in the
corporate structure or shares of the Company, the Board (or, if the Company is not the surviving
corporation in any such transaction, the board of directors of the surviving corporation) shall
make appropriate adjustment as to the number and kind of securities subject to and reserved under
the Plan and, in order to prevent dilution or enlargement of the rights of Optionees, the number
and kind of securities subject to outstanding Options. Any such adjustment in any outstanding
Option shall be made without change in the aggregate purchase price applicable to the unexercised
portion of the Option but with an appropriate adjustment in the price for each share or other unit
of any security covered by the Option. However, no change shall be made in the terms of any
outstanding Incentive Stock Options as a result of any such change in the corporate structure or
shares of the Company, without the consent of the Optionee affected thereby, that would disqualify
that Incentive Stock Option from treatment under Section 422 of the Code or would be considered a
modification, extension or renewal of an option under Section 424(h) of the Code.
ARTICLE 5. ELIGIBILITY
Incentive Stock Options or Non-Statutory Stock Options shall be granted only to those Eligible
Persons who, in the judgment of the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of
Section 16 Officers) or of the Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section
16 Officers), are performing, or during the term of an Option, will perform, vital services in the
management, operation and development of the Company or a Subsidiary, and significantly contribute
or are expected to significantly contribute to the achievement of long-term corporate economic
objectives. Optionees may be granted from time to time one or more Incentive Stock Options and/or
Non-Statutory Stock Options under the Plan, in any case as may be determined by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the
case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) in its sole discretion. The
number, type, terms and conditions of Options granted to various Eligible Persons need not be
uniform, consistent or in accordance with any plan, whether or not such Eligible Persons are
similarly situated. The Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16
Officers) or the Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers)
may grant both an Incentive Stock Option and a Non-Statutory Stock
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Option to the same Optionee at the same time or at different times. Incentive Stock Options
and Non-Statutory Stock Options, whether granted at the same or different times, shall be deemed to
have been awarded in separate grants, shall be clearly identified, and in no event will the
exercise of one Option affect the right to exercise any other Option or affect the number of shares
of Common Stock for which any other Option may be exercised. Upon determination by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the
case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) that an Option is to be granted to
an Optionee, written notice shall be given such person specifying such terms, conditions, rights
and duties related thereto. Each Optionee shall enter into an agreement with the Company, in such
form as the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the
Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) shall determine
and which is consistent with the provisions of the Plan, specifying the terms, conditions, rights
and duties of Incentive Stock Options and Non-Statutory Stock Options granted under the Plan.
Options shall be deemed to be granted as of the date specified in the grant resolution of the Board
(upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or of the Committee (in
the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers), which date shall be the date
of the related agreement with the Optionee.
ARTICLE 6. DURATION AND EXERCISE
6.1 Manner of Option Exercise. An Option may be exercised by an Optionee in whole or
in part from time to time, subject to the conditions contained herein and in the agreement
evidencing such Option, by delivery, in person or through certified or registered mail, or written
notice of exercise to the Company at its principal executive office (Attention: Secretary), and by
paying in full the total Option exercise price for the shares of Common Stock purchased in
accordance with Section 6.3. Such notice shall be in a form satisfactory to the Company and shall
specify the particular Option (or portion thereof) that is being exercised and the number of shares
with respect to which the Option is being exercised. Subject to Section 9.1, the exercise of the
Option shall be deemed effective upon receipt of such notice and payment. As soon as practicable
after the effective exercise of the Option, the Company shall record on the stock transfer books of
the Company the ownership of the shares purchased in the name of the Optionee, and the Company
shall deliver to the Optionee one or more duly issued stock certificates evidencing such ownership.
6.2 Method of Payment of Option Exercise Price. At the time of the exercise of an
Incentive Stock Option or a Non-Statutory Stock Option, the Optionee may determine whether the
total purchase price of the shares to be purchased shall be paid (i) in cash, (ii) by transfer from
the Optionee to the Company of previously acquired shares of Common Stock, (iii) through the
withholding of shares of Stock from the number of shares otherwise issuable upon the exercise of
the Option (e.g., a net share settlement), or (iv) by a combination thereof. In the event the
Optionee elects to pay the purchase price in whole or in part with previously acquired shares of
Common Stock or through a net share settlement, the Fair Market Value of the shares delivered or
withheld shall equal the total exercise price for the shares being purchased in such manner. The
Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee
(in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) may reject an Optionees
election to pay all or part of the purchase price with previously acquired shares of Common Stock
and require such purchase price to be paid entirely in cash if, in the sole discretion of the
Committee, payment in previously acquired shares would cause the Company to be required to
recognize a charge to earnings in connection therewith. For purposes of this Section 6.2,
previously acquired shares shall mean shares of Common Stock that are already owned by the
Optionee at the time of exercise.
6.3 Rights as a Shareholder. The Optionee shall have no rights as a shareholder with
respect to any shares of Common Stock covered by an Option until the Optionee shall have become the
holder of record of such shares, and no adjustment shall be made for dividends or other
distributions or other rights as to which there is a record date preceding the date the Optionee
becomes the holder of record except as the Board may determine pursuant to Section 4.3.
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6.4 Incentive Stock Options.
(a) Incentive Stock Option Exercise Price. The per share price to be paid by
the Optionee at the time an Incentive Stock Option is exercised will be determined by the
Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the
Committee (in the case of other Optionees), but shall not be less than (i) 100% of the Fair
Market Value of one share of Common Stock on the date the Option is granted, or (ii) 110% of
the Fair Market Value of one share of Common Stock on the date the Option is granted if, at
that time the Option is granted, the Optionee owns, directly or indirectly (as determined
pursuant to Section 424(d) of the Code), more than 10% of the total combined voting power of
all classes of stock of the Company, any Subsidiary or any parent corporation of the Company
(within the meaning of Section 424(e) of the Code).
(b) Aggregate Limitation of Stock Subject to Incentive Stock Options.
Notwithstanding any other provision of the Plan, the aggregate Fair Market Value (determined
as of the date an Incentive Stock Option is granted) of the shares of Common Stock with
respect to which Incentive Stock Options (within the meaning of Section 422 of the Code) are
exercisable for the first time by an Optionee during any calendar year (under the Plan and
any other incentive stock option plans of the Company, any Subsidiary or any parent
corporation of the Company (within the meaning of Section 424(e) of the Code)) shall not
exceed $100,000 (or such other amount as may be prescribed by the Code from time to time;
provided, however, that if the exercisability or vesting of an Incentive Stock Option is
accelerated as permitted under the provisions of this Plan and such acceleration would
result in a violation of the limit imposed by this Section 6.4(b), such acceleration shall
be of full force and effect but the number of shares of Common Stock which exceed such limit
shall be treated as having been granted pursuant to a Non-Statutory Stock Option; and
provided, further, that the limits imposed by this Section 6.4(b) shall be applied to all
outstanding Incentive Stock Options (under this Plan and any other incentive stock option
plans of the Company, any Subsidiary or any parent corporation of the Company (within the
meaning of Section 424(e) of the Code)) in chronological order according to the dates of
grant.
(c) Duration of Incentive Stock Options. The period during which an Incentive
Stock Option may be exercised shall be fixed by the Board (upon recommendation of the
Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the case of other
Optionees) at the time such Option is granted, but in no event shall such period exceed ten
years from the date the Option is granted or, in the case of any Optionee that owns,
directly or indirectly (as determined pursuant to Section 424(d) of the Code) more than 10%
of the total combined voting power of all classes of stock of the Company, any Subsidiary or
any parent corporation of the Company (within the meaning of Section 424(e) of the Code),
five years from the date the Incentive Stock Option is granted. An Incentive Stock Option
shall become exercisable at such times and in such installments (which may be cumulative) as
shall be determined by the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of
Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other Optionees) at the time the
Option is granted. Upon the completion of its exercise period, an Incentive Stock Option,
to the extent not then exercised, shall expire. Except as otherwise provided in Article 7
or 11, all Incentive Stock Options granted to an Optionee hereunder shall terminate and may
no longer be exercised if the Optionee ceases to be an employee of the Company and all
Subsidiaries or if the Optionee is an employee of a Subsidiary and the Subsidiary ceases to
be a Subsidiary of the Company (unless the Optionee continues as an employee of the Company
or another Subsidiary).
(d) Disposition of Common Stock Acquired Pursuant to the Exercise of Incentive
Stock Options. Prior to making a disposition (as defined in Section 424(c) of the Code)
of any shares of Common Stock acquired pursuant to the exercise of an Incentive Stock Option
granted
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under the Plan before the expiration of two years after the date on which the Option was
granted or before the expiration of one year after the date on which such shares of Common
Stock were transferred to the Optionee pursuant to exercise of the Option, the Optionee
shall send written notice to the Company of the proposed date of such disposition, the
number of shares to be disposed of, the amount of proceeds to be received from such
disposition and any other information relating to such disposition that the Company may
reasonably request. The right of an Optionee to make any such disposition shall be
conditioned on the receipt by the Company of all amounts necessary to satisfy any federal,
state or local withholding tax requirements attributable to such disposition. The
certificates representing such shares shall bear a legend restricting transfer and to cause
a stop transfer order to be entered with the Companys transfer agent until such time as the
Company receives the amounts necessary to satisfy such withholding requirements or until the
later of the expiration of two years from the date the Option was granted or one year from
the date on which such shares were transferred to the Optionee pursuant to the exercise of
the Option.
(e) Withholding Taxes. The Company shall be entitled to withhold and deduct
from future wages of the Optionee all legally required amounts necessary to satisfy any and
all withholding and employment-related taxes attributable to the Optionees exercise of an
Incentive Stock Option or a disqualifying disposition of shares acquired through the
exercise of an Incentive Stock Option as defined in Code Section 421(b).
6.5 Non-Statutory Stock Options.
(a) Option Exercise Price. The per share price to be paid by the Optionee at
the time a Non-Statutory Stock Option is exercised will be determined by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in
the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers), but shall not be less
than (i) 100% of the Fair Market Value of one share of Common Stock on the date the Option
is granted.
(b) Duration of Non-Statutory Stock Options. The period during which a
Non-Statutory Stock Option may be exercised shall be fixed by the Board (upon recommendation
of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee in the case of
Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) at the time such Option is granted,
but in no event shall such period exceed 10 years and one month from the date the Option is
granted. A Non-Statutory Stock Option shall become exercisable at such times and in such
installments (which may be cumulative) as shall be determined by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee in
the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) at the time the Option
is granted. Upon the completion of its exercise period, a Non-Statutory Stock Option, to
the extent not then exercised, shall expire. Except as otherwise provided in Articles 7 or
11, all Non-Statutory Stock Options granted hereunder to an Optionee who is an employee of
the Company or any Subsidiaries shall terminate and may no longer be exercised if the
Optionee ceases to be an employee of the Company or a Subsidiary or if the Optionee is an
employee of a Subsidiary and the Subsidiary ceases to be a Subsidiary of the Company (unless
the Optionee continues as an employee of the Company or another Subsidiary). A
Non-Statutory Stock Option granted hereunder to an Optionee who is not an employee of the
Company or a Subsidiary will terminate as determined by the Board at the time of grant.
(c) Withholding Taxes. The Company is entitled to (aa) withhold and deduct
from future wages of the Optionee, or make other arrangements for the collection of, all
legally required amounts necessary to satisfy any federal, state or local withholding tax
requirements attributable to the Optionees exercise of a Non-Statutory Stock Option or
otherwise incurred with respect to the Option, or (bb) require the Optionee promptly to
remit the amount of such withholding to the Company before acting on the Optionees notice
of exercise or the Option.
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ARTICLE 7. EFFECT OF TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT ON OPTIONS
7.1 Termination of Employment or Other Service Due to Death, Disability or Retirement.
In the event an Optionees employment or other service is terminated with the Company and all
Subsidiaries by reason of his death, Disability or Retirement, all outstanding Incentive Stock
Options and Non-Statutory Stock Options then held by the Optionee shall become immediately
exercisable in full and remain exercisable for a period of three months in the case of Retirement
and one year in the case of death or Disability, provided, however, that an exercise may not occur
after the expiration date thereof in any event. The Company shall make a reasonable business
effort to notify the Optionee or his heirs or representatives, as the case may be, of the last date
by which Options may be exercised pursuant to this Section 7.1, at least thirty (30) days in the
case of Retirement and at least sixty (60) days in the case of death or Disability, prior to such
date, which effort may be satisfied by mailing of such notice to the Optionees last known address
contained in the official records of the Company.
7.2 Termination of Employment or Other Service for Reasons Other than Death, Disability or
Retirement.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in Article 11 or as otherwise determined by the Board
(upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee
(in the case of other Optionees) at the time of grant of an Incentive Stock Option, in the
event an Optionees employment or other service is terminated with the Company and all
Subsidiaries for any reason other than his death, Disability or Retirement, each Incentive
Stock Option then held by the Optionee shall completely terminate on the earlier of (i) the
close of business on the three-month anniversary date of such termination of employment and
(ii) the expiration date of such Incentive Stock Option. In such period following
termination of employment, the Incentive Stock Option shall be exercisable only to the
extent the Option was exercisable on the vesting date immediately preceding such termination
of employment but had not previously been exercised. To the extent an Incentive Stock
Option is not exercisable on the date of termination of employment or if the Optionee does
not exercise the Option within the time specified in this subsection (a), all rights of the
Optionee under the Plan and such Incentive Stock Option shall terminate.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in Article 11 and subsection (c) below, in the event
an Optionees employment or other service is terminated with the Company and all
Subsidiaries for any reason other than his death, Disability or Retirement no Non-Statutory
Stock Option then held by the Optionee shall thereafter be exercisable.
(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (b) above, upon an Optionees
termination of employment or other service with the Company and all Subsidiaries, the Board
(upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee
(in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16 Officers) may, in its sole
discretion (which may be exercised before or following such termination), cause
Non-Statutory Stock Options then held by such Optionee to become exercisable and to remain
exercisable following such termination of employment or other service in the manner
determined by the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16
Officers) or by the Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16
Officers); provided, however, that no Option shall be exercisable after the expiration date
thereof in any event.
7.3 Date of Termination. For purposes of the Plan, an Optionees employment or other
service shall be deemed to have terminated on the date that the Optionee ceases to perform services
for the Company or the last day of the pay period covered by the Optionees final paycheck, as the
case may be. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the employee Optionee shall not be deemed to have
ceased to be an
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employee for purposes of the Plan until the later of the 91st day of any bona fide leave of absence
approved by the Company or a Subsidiary for the Optionee (including, without limitation any layoff)
or the expiration of the period of any bona fide leave of absence approved by the Company or a
Subsidiary for the Optionee (including without limitation any layoff) during which the Optionees
right to reemployment is guaranteed either by statute or contract.
ARTICLE 8. RIGHTS OF EMPLOYEES; OPTIONEES
8.1 Employment. Nothing in the Plan shall interfere with or limit in any way the
right of the Company or any Subsidiary to terminate the employment of any Eligible Person or
Optionee at any time, nor confer upon any Eligible Person or Optionee any right to continue in the
employ of the Company or any Subsidiary.
8.2 Nontransferability. No right or interest of any Optionee in an Option granted
pursuant to the Plan shall be assignable or transferable during the lifetime of the Optionee,
either voluntarily or involuntarily, or subjected to any lien, directly or indirectly, by operation
of law, or otherwise, including execution, levy, garnishment, attachment, pledge or bankruptcy. In
the event of an Optionees death, an Optionees rights and interest in any Options shall be
transferable by testamentary will or the laws of descent and distribution, and payment of any
amounts due under the Plan shall be made to, and exercise of any Options (to the extent permitted
pursuant to Section 7.1) may be made by, the Optionees legal representatives, heirs or legatees.
If in the opinion of the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16
Officers) or of the Committee (in the case of Optionees who are not directors or Section 16
Officers) an Optionee holding any Option is disabled from caring for his or her affairs because of
mental condition, physical condition or age, any payments due the Optionee may be made to, and any
rights of the Optionee under the Plan shall be exercised by, such Optionees guardian, conservator
or other legal personal representative upon furnishing the Company with satisfactory evidence of
such status.
8.3 Non-Exclusivity of the Plan. Nothing contained in the Plan is intended to amend,
modify or rescind any previously approved compensation plans or programs entered into by the
Company. The Plan will be construed to be an addition to any and all such other plans or programs.
Neither the adoption of the Plan nor the submission of the Plan to the shareholders of the Company
for approval will be construed as creating any limitations on the power or authority of the Board
to adopt such additional or other compensation arrangements as the Board may deem necessary or
desirable.
ARTICLE 9. SHARE ISSUANCE AND TRANSFER RESTRICTIONS
9.1 Share Issuances. Notwithstanding any other provision of the Plan or any
agreements entered into pursuant hereto, the Company shall not be required to issue or deliver any
certificate for shares of Common Stock under this Plan (and an Option shall not be considered to be
exercised, notwithstanding the tender by the Optionee of any consideration therefor), unless and
until each of the following conditions has been fulfilled:
(a) (i) there shall be in effect with respect to such shares a registration statement
under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws, if the Board in its sole
discretion, shall have determined to file, cause to become effective and maintain the
effectiveness of such registration statement; or (ii) if the Board has determined not to so
register the shares of Common Stock to be issued under the Plan, (A) exemptions from
registration under the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws shall be
available for such issuance (as determined by counsel to the Company) and (B) there shall
have been received from the Optionee (or, in the event of death or disability, the
Optionees heir(s) or legal representative(s)) any representations or agreements requested
by the Company in order to permit such issuance to be made pursuant to such exemptions; and
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(b) there shall have been obtained any other consent, approval or permit from any state
or federal governmental agency which the Company shall, in its sole discretion upon the
advice of counsel, deem necessary or advisable.
9.2 Share Transfer. Shares of Common Stock issued pursuant to the exercise of Options
granted under the Plan may not be sold, assigned, transferred, pledged, encumbered or otherwise
disposed of (whether voluntarily or involuntarily) except pursuant to registration under the
Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to exemptions from such
registrations. The Company may condition the sale, assignment, transfer, pledge, encumbrance or
other disposition of such shares not issued pursuant to an effective and current registration
statement under the Securities Act and all applicable state securities laws on the receipt from the
party to whom the shares of Common Stock are to be so transferred of any representations or
agreements requested by the Company in order to permit such transfer to be made pursuant to
exemptions from registration under the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws.
9.3 Legends. Unless a registration statement under the Securities Act is in effect
with respect to the issuance or transfer of shares of Common Stock issued under the Plan, each
certificate representing any such shares shall be endorsed with a legend in substantially the
following form, unless counsel for the Company is of the opinion as to any such certificate that
such legend is unnecessary:
THE SECURITIES EVIDENCED HEREBY HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF
1933, AS AMENDED (THE ACT), OR UNDER APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES LAWS. THESE
SECURITIES HAVE BEEN ACQUIRED FOR INVESTMENT AND MAY NOT BE OFFERED FOR SALE, SOLD,
ASSIGNED, TRANSFERRED, PLEDGED, ENCUMBERED OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF EXCEPT PURSUANT
TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE ACT AND SUCH STATE LAWS OR PURSUANT
TO AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE ACT AND SUCH STATE LAWS, THE
AVAILABILITY OF WHICH IS TO BE ESTABLISHED TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE COMPANY.
ARTICLE 10. PLAN AMENDMENT, MODIFICATION AND TERMINATION
The Board may suspend or terminate the Plan or any portion thereof at any time, and may amend
the Plan from time to time in such respects as the Board may deem advisable in order that
Incentive Stock Options and Non-Statutory Stock Options under the Plan shall conform to any change
in applicable laws or regulations or in any other respect that the Board may deem to be in the
best interests of the Company; provided, however, that no amendment shall, either directly or
indirectly, (a) materially increase the total number of shares of Common Stock as to which Options
may be granted under the Plan, except as provided in Section 4.3 of the Plan; (b) materially
increase the benefits accruing to Optionees under the Plan; or (c) materially modify the
requirements as to eligibility for participation in the Plan without the approval of the
shareholders, but only if such approval is required for compliance with the requirements of any
applicable law or regulation; and provided, further, that the Plan may not, without the approval of
the shareholders, be amended in any manner that will cause Incentive Stock Options to fail to meet
the requirements of Internal Revenue Code Section 422. No termination, suspension or amendment of
the Plan shall alter or impair any outstanding Option without the consent of the Optionee affected
thereby; provided, however, that this sentence shall not impair the right of the Board to take
whatever action it deems appropriate under Section 4.3.
ARTICLE 11. CHANGE IN CONTROL
If, during the term of an Option, (i) the Company merges or consolidates with any other
corporation and is not the surviving corporation after such merger or consolidation; (ii) the
Company transfers all or substantially all of its business and assets to any other person; or (iii)
more than 50% of the
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Companys outstanding voting shares are purchased by any other person, the Board may, in its
sole discretion, provide for the acceleration of the right to exercise the option prior to the
anticipated effective date of any of the foregoing transactions or take any other action as it may
deem appropriate to further the purposes of this Plan or protect the interests of the Optionee.
ARTICLE 12. EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE PLAN
12.1 Effective Date. The Plan was effective as of February 26, 2005 (and amended on
May 23, 2006), and, as amended and restated, shall be effective as of March 27, 2007, subject to
the approval of the shareholders within 12 months. If shareholder approval for the amendment and
restatement is not obtained within such 12-month period, the Plan shall continue as in effect as of
February 26, 2005 (and as amended on May 23, 2006).
12.2 Duration of the Plan. The Plan shall terminate at midnight on December 14, 2014,
and may be terminated prior thereto by Board action, and no Options shall be granted after such
termination. Options outstanding upon termination of the Plan may continue to be exercised in
accordance with their terms.
ARTICLE 13. MISCELLANEOUS
13.1 Governing Law. The Plan and all agreements hereunder shall be construed in
accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota without regard to the conflict
of laws provisions of any jurisdictions. All parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the
state and federal courts of Minnesota with respect to matters relating to the Plan and agree not to
raise or assert the defense that such forum is not convenient for such party.
13.2 Gender and Number. Except when otherwise indicated by the context, reference to
the masculine gender in the Plan shall include, when used, the feminine gender and any term used in
the singular shall also include the plural.
13.3 Construction. Wherever possible, each provision of this Plan shall be
interpreted in such a manner as to be effective and valid under applicable law, but if any
provision of this Plan shall be prohibited by or invalid under applicable law, such provision shall
be ineffective only to the extent of such prohibition or invalidity without invalidating the
remainder of such provision or the remaining provisions of this Plan.
13.4 Successors and Assigns. This Plan shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit
of the successors and permitted assigns of the Company, including, without limitation, whether by
way of merger, consolidation, operation of law, assignment, purchase or other acquisition of
substantially all of the assets or business of the Company, and any and all such successors and
assigns shall absolutely and unconditionally assume all of the Companys obligations under the
Plan.
13.5 Survival of Provisions. The rights, remedies, agreements, obligations and
covenants contained in or made pursuant to the Plan, any agreement evidencing an Option and any
other notices or agreements in connection therewith, including, without limitation, any notice of
exercise of an Option, shall survive the execution and delivery of such notices and agreements and
the delivery and receipt of shares of Common Stock and shall remain in full force and effect.
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Exhibit F
HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
2007 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN
SECTION 1.
DEFINITIONS
As used herein, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated below:
(a) Affiliate(s) shall mean a Parent or Subsidiary of the Company.
(b) Award shall mean any grant of a Restricted Stock Award.
(c) Board means the Board of Directors of the Company.
(d) Committee shall mean a Committee of two or more directors who shall be appointed by and
serve at the pleasure of the Board, subject to any limitations on the power and authority of any
Committee that is appointed by the Board for such purpose, or contained in the charter of such
Committee. To the extent necessary for compliance with Rule 16b-3, or any successor provision,
each of the members of the Committee shall be a non-employee director. Solely for purposes of
this Section 1(d), non-employee director shall have the same meaning as set forth in Rule 16b-3,
or any successor provision, as then in effect, of the General Rules and Regulations under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Further, to the extent necessary for compliance with
the limitations set forth in Internal Revenue Code Section 162(m), each of the members of the
Committee shall be an outside director within the meaning of Code Section 162(m) and the
regulations issued thereunder. At any time during which there is no Committee with power to
administer the Plan as provided herein, all powers of the Committee referred to herein shall be
vested in the Board.
(e) The Company shall mean Health Fitness Corporation, a Minnesota corporation.
(f) Fair Market Value as of any date shall mean (i) if such stock is listed on the Nasdaq
National Market, Nasdaq SmallCap Market, or an established stock exchange, the price of such stock
at the close of the regular trading session of such market or exchange on such date, as reported by
The Wall Street Journal or a comparable reporting service, or, if no sale of such stock
shall have occurred on such date, on the next preceding date on which there was a sale of stock;
(ii) if such stock is not so listed on the Nasdaq National Market, Nasdaq SmallCap Market, or an
established stock exchange, the average of the closing bid and asked prices quoted by the OTC
Bulletin Board, the National Quotation Bureau, or any comparable reporting service on such date or,
if there are no quoted bid and asked prices on such date, on the next preceding date for which
there are such quotes; or (iii) if such stock is not publicly traded as of such date, the per share
value as determined by the Board in its sole discretion by applying principles of valuation with
respect to the Companys Common Stock.
(g) The Internal Revenue Code or Code is the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended
from time to time.
(h) Parent shall mean any corporation which owns, directly or indirectly in an unbroken
chain, fifty percent (50%) or more of the total voting power of the Companys outstanding stock.
(i) The Participant means a director, key employee or officer of the Company or any
Affiliate to whom a Restricted Stock Award has been granted pursuant to Section 8.
(j) Performance Objective(s) shall mean one or more performance objectives established by
the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the
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Committee (in the case of other Participants), in its sole discretion, for Awards granted under
this Plan. For any Awards that are intended to qualify as performance-compensation under Code
Section 162(m), the Performance Objectives shall be limited to any one, or a combination of, (i)
revenue, (ii) net income, (iii) stockholders equity, (iv) earnings per share, (v) return on
equity, (vi) return on assets, (vii) total shareholder return, (viii) net operating income, (ix)
cost controls, (x) cash flow, (xi) increase in revenue, (xii) increase in share price or earnings,
(xiii) return on investment, (xiv) department or business unit performance goals, (xv) increase in
market share, (xvi) earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA),
(xvii) increase in EBITDA, (xviii) gross margin, or (xix) increase in gross margin, in all cases
including such threshold, target and maximum levels as may be determined by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the
case of other Participants).
(k) The Plan means the Health Fitness Corporation 2007 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended
hereafter from time to time, including the form of Agreement as it may be modified from time to
time by the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by
the Committee (in the case of other Participants).
(l) Restricted Stock Award shall mean any grant of restricted shares of Stock of the Company
pursuant to Section 8 hereof.
(m) Section 16 Officers shall mean the executive officers of the Company designated from
time to time by the Board as Section 16 officers under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended.
(n) Stock or Common Stock shall mean Common Stock of the Company (subject to adjustment as
described in Section 9) reserved for Awards pursuant to this Plan.
(o) A Subsidiary shall mean any corporation of which fifty percent (50%) or more of the
total voting power of the Companys outstanding Stock is owned, directly or indirectly in an
unbroken chain, by the Company.
SECTION 2.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Plan is to promote the growth and success of the Company and its Affiliates
by facilitating the employment and retention of competent personnel and by furnishing incentive to
officers, directors and employees upon whose efforts the success of the Company and its Affiliates
will depend to a large degree.
It is the intention of the Company to carry out the Plan through the granting of Restricted
Stock Awards pursuant to Section 8 of this Plan. Adoption of this Plan shall be subject to
approval by the shareholders of the Company; provided, however, that Restricted Stock Awards may be
granted prior to the date shareholder approval is obtained.
SECTION 3.
EFFECTIVE DATE OF PLAN
The Plan shall be effective as of the date of adoption by the Board of Directors, subject to
approval by the shareholders of the Company as required in Section 2.
SECTION 4.
ADMINISTRATION
The Plan shall be administered by the Board or by a Committee of the Board consisting of two
or more directors who shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Board; provided, that
if the
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Board delegates administration to a Committee, such Committee shall have no authority for
matters under this Plan relating to or affecting non-employee directors, and the Committee further
shall have no authority for matters under this Plan relating to or affecting Section 16 Officers
except the authority to make recommendations to the Board. The Board further may subject such
delegation to such additional restrictions on authority as it may deem necessary and appropriate
and thereafter shall continue to have the power to take action with respect to all matters
pertaining to this Plan with or without recommendation of the Committee. In accordance with the
provisions of the Plan, the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16
Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other Participants) shall determine, in its sole
discretion, whether an Award shall be granted; the individuals to whom, and the time or times at
which, Awards shall be granted; the Performance Objectives, if any; the number of shares subject to
each Award; and any other terms and conditions of each Award. The Board (upon recommendation of
the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other
Participants) shall have full power and authority to administer and interpret the Plan, to make and
amend rules, regulations and guidelines for administering the Plan, to prescribe the form and
conditions of the respective agreements evidencing each Award (which may vary from Participant to
Participant), and to make all other determinations necessary or advisable for the administration of
the Plan. The interpretation of the Plan by the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the
case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the case of other Participants), and all
actions taken and determinations made by the Board or by the Committee, as appropriate pursuant to
the power vested in each of them hereunder, shall be conclusive and binding on all parties
concerned.
No member of the Board or the Committee shall be liable for any action taken or determination
made in good faith in connection with the administration of the Plan. In the event the Board
appoints a Committee as provided hereunder, any action of the Committee with respect to the
administration of the Plan shall be taken pursuant to a majority vote of the Committee members or
pursuant to the written resolution of all Committee members.
SECTION 5.
PARTICIPANTS
The Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or the
Committee (in the case of other Participants) shall from time to time, at its discretion and
without approval of the shareholders, designate those employees, officers and directors of the
Company or of any Affiliate to whom Awards shall be granted under this Plan (including new
Participants and Participants then holding Awards); the number of shares to be awarded to each such
Participant; the Performance Objectives, if any, applicable to each Award; and those individuals
who from to time shall not be eligible to participate in the Plan.
SECTION 6.
STOCK
The Stock to be optioned under this Plan shall consist of authorized but unissued shares of
Common Stock. Nine Hundred Thousand (900,000) shares of Common Stock shall be reserved and
available for Awards under the Plan; provided, however, that the total number of shares of Common
Stock reserved for Awards under this Plan shall be subject to adjustment as provided in Section 9
of the Plan. The following shares of Stock shall continue to be reserved and available for Awards
granted pursuant to the Plan: (i) any outstanding Award that expires for any reason, (ii) any
portion of an Award that is terminated prior to the lapsing of the risks of forfeiture on such
Award, (iii) shares of Stock used to satisfy any tax withholding obligation attributable to any
Award, whether such shares are withheld by the Company or tendered by the Participant, and (iv)
shares of Stock covered by an Award to the extent the Award is settled in cash.
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SECTION 7.
DURATION OF PLAN
Awards may be granted pursuant to the Plan from time to time after the effective date of the
Plan and until the Plan is discontinued or terminated by the Board of Directors.
SECTION 8.
RESTRICTED STOCK AWARDS
Each Restricted Stock Award granted pursuant to the Plan shall be evidenced by a written
restricted stock agreement (the Restricted Stock Agreement). The Restricted Stock Agreement
shall be in such form as may be approved from time to time by the Board (upon recommendation of the
Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the case of other
Participants) and may vary from Participant to Participant; provided, however, that each
Participant and each Restricted Stock Agreement shall comply with and be subject to the following
terms and conditions:
(a) Number of Shares. The Restricted Stock Agreement shall state the total number of
shares of Stock covered by the Restricted Stock Award. In no event shall a Participant be granted
Restricted Stock Awards during any fiscal year of the Company covering in the aggregate more than
One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand (125,000) shares of Stock, subject to adjustment as provided in
Section 9.
(b) Risks of Forfeiture. The Restricted Stock Agreement shall set forth the risks of
forfeiture, if any, including risks of forfeiture based on Performance Objectives, which shall
apply to the shares of Stock covered by the Restricted Stock Award, and shall specify the manner in
which such risks of forfeiture shall lapse. The Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the
case of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other Participants) may, in its sole
discretion, modify the manner in which such risks of forfeiture shall lapse but only with respect
to those shares of Stock which are restricted as of the effective date of the modification.
(c) Issuance of Shares; Rights as Shareholder. The Company shall cause to be issued a
stock certificate representing such shares of Stock in the Participants name, and shall hold such
certificate until such time as the risks of forfeiture and other transfer restrictions set forth in
the Restricted Stock Agreement have lapsed with respect to the shares represented by the
certificate. The Company may also place a legend on such certificate describing the risks of
forfeiture and other transfer restrictions set forth in the Participants Restricted Stock
Agreement and providing for the cancellation and return of such certificate if the shares of Stock
subject to the Restricted Stock Award are forfeited. Until the risks of forfeiture have lapsed or
the shares subject to such Restricted Stock Award have been forfeited, the Participant shall be
entitled to vote the shares of Stock represented by such stock certificates and shall
receive all dividends attributable to such shares, but the Participant shall not have any
other rights as a shareholder with respect to such shares.
(d) Withholding Taxes. The Company or its Affiliate shall be entitled to withhold and
deduct from future wages of the Participant all legally required amounts necessary to satisfy any
and all withholding and employment-related taxes attributable to the Participants Restricted Stock
Award. In the event the Participant is required under the Restricted Stock Agreement to pay the
Company, or make arrangements satisfactory to the Company respecting payment of, such withholding
and employment-related taxes, the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case of
Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other Participants) may, in its discretion
and pursuant to such rules as it may adopt, permit the Participant to satisfy such obligations, in
whole or in part, by delivering shares of Common Stock, including shares of Stock received pursuant
to the Restricted Stock Award on which the risks of forfeiture have lapsed. Such shares shall have
a Fair Market Value equal to the minimum required tax withholding, based on the minimum statutory
withholding rates for federal and state tax purposes, including payroll taxes, that are applicable
to the supplemental income resulting from the lapsing of the risks of forfeiture on such restricted
stock. In no event may the Participant deliver shares
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having a Fair Market Value in excess of such
statutory minimum required tax withholding. The Participants election to deliver shares of Common
Stock for this purpose shall be made on or before the date that the amount of tax to be withheld is
determined under applicable tax law. Such election shall be approved by the Board (upon
recommendation of the Committee in the case of Section 16 Officers) or by the Committee (in the
case of other Participants) and otherwise comply with such rules as may be in effect to assure
compliance with Rule 16b-3, or any successor provision, as then in effect, of the General Rules and
Regulations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, if applicable.
(e) Nontransferability. No Restricted Stock Award shall be transferable, in whole or
in part, by the Participant, other than by will or by the laws of descent and distribution, prior
to the date the risks of forfeiture described in the Restricted Stock Agreement have lapsed. If
the Participant shall attempt any transfer of any Restricted Stock Award granted under the Plan
prior to such date, such transfer shall be void and the Restricted Stock Award shall terminate.
(f) Other Provisions. The Restricted Stock Agreement authorized under this Section 8
shall contain such other provisions as the Board (upon recommendation of the Committee in the case
of Section 16 Officers) or the Committee (in the case of other Participants) shall deem advisable.
SECTION 9.
RECAPITALIZATION, SALE, MERGER, EXCHANGE
OR LIQUIDATION
In the event of an increase or decrease in the number of shares of Common Stock resulting from
a stock dividend, stock split, reverse split, combination or reclassification of the Common Stock,
or any other increase or decrease in the number of issued shares of Common Stock effected without
receipt of consideration by the Company, the Board may, in its sole discretion, adjust the number
of shares of Stock reserved under Section 6 hereof and the number of shares of Stock covered by
each outstanding Award to reflect such change. Additional shares which may become covered by the
Award pursuant to such adjustment shall be subject to the same restrictions as are applicable to
the shares with respect to which the adjustment relates.
Unless otherwise provided in the Restricted Stock Agreement evidencing an Award, in the event
of an acquisition of the Company through the sale of substantially all of the Companys assets and
the consequent discontinuance of its business or through a merger, consolidation, exchange,
reorganization, reclassification, extraordinary dividend, divestiture (including a spin-off),
liquidation, recapitalization,
stock split, stock dividend or otherwise (collectively referred to as a transaction), the Board
may provide for one or more of the following:
(a) the equitable acceleration of the lapsing of the risks of forfeiture on any Restricted
Stock Awards;
(b) the complete termination of this Plan and the cancellation of any Restricted Stock Awards
for which the risks of forfeiture have not lapsed;
(c) that Participants holding outstanding Restricted Stock Awards shall receive, with respect
to each share of Stock subject to such Awards, as of the effective date of any such transaction,
cash in an amount equal to the Fair Market Value of such Stock on the date immediately preceding
the effective date of such transaction; provided, that the Board may, in lieu of such cash payment,
distribute to such Participants shares of Common Stock of the Company or shares of stock of any
corporation succeeding the Company by reason of such transaction, such shares having a value equal
to the cash payment herein; and
(d) the continuance of the Plan with respect to Restricted Stock Awards for which the risks of
forfeiture have not lapsed as of the date of adoption by the Board of such plan for such
transaction and
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the right to receive an equivalent number of shares of stock of the corporation
succeeding the Company by reason of such transaction.
The Board may restrict the rights of or the applicability of this Section 9 to the extent necessary
to comply with Section 16(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Internal Revenue Code or
any other applicable law or regulation. The grant of an Award pursuant to the Plan shall not limit
in any way the right or power of the Company to make adjustments, reclassifications,
reorganizations or changes of its capital or business structure or to merge, exchange or
consolidate or to dissolve, liquidate, sell or transfer all or any part of its business or assets.
SECTION 10.
INVESTMENT PURPOSE
No shares of Stock shall be issued pursuant to the Plan unless and until there has been
compliance, in the opinion of Companys counsel, with all applicable legal requirements, including
without limitation, those relating to securities laws and stock exchange listing requirements. As
a condition to the issuance of Stock to Participant, the Company may require Participant to (a)
represent that the shares of Stock are being acquired for investment and not resale and to make
such other representations as the Company shall deem necessary or appropriate to qualify the
issuance of the shares as exempt from the Securities Act of 1933 and any other applicable
securities laws, and (b) represent that Participant shall not dispose of the shares of Stock in
violation of the Securities Act of 1933 or any other applicable securities laws.
As a further condition to the grant of any Option or the issuance of Stock to Participant,
Participant agrees to the following:
(a) In the event the Company advises Participant that it plans an underwritten public offering
of its Common Stock in compliance with the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and the
underwriter(s) seek to impose restrictions under which certain shareholders may not sell or
contract to sell or grant any option to buy or otherwise dispose of part or all of their stock
purchase rights of the Common Stock underlying Awards, Participant will not, for a period not to
exceed 180 days from the prospectus, sell or contract to sell or grant an option to buy or
otherwise dispose of any Award granted to Participant
pursuant to the Plan or any of the underlying shares of Common Stock without the prior written
consent of the underwriter(s) or its representative(s).
(b) In the event the Company makes any public offering of its securities and determines in its
sole discretion that it is necessary to reduce the number of issued but unexercised stock purchase
rights so as to comply with any states securities or Blue Sky law limitations with respect
thereto, the Board of Directors of the Company shall have the right (i) to accelerate the vesting
of any Award, provided that the Company gives Participant prior written notice of such
acceleration, or (ii) to cancel any Awards or portions thereof.
(c) In the event of a transaction (as defined in Section 14 of the Plan), Participant will
comply with Rule 145 of the Securities Act of 1933 and any other restrictions imposed under other
applicable legal or accounting principles if Participant is an affiliate (as defined in such
applicable legal and accounting principles) at the time of the transaction, and Participant will
execute any documents necessary to ensure compliance with such rules.
The Company reserves the right to place a legend on any stock certificate issued in connection
with an Award pursuant to the Plan to assure compliance with this Section 10.
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SECTION 11.
AMENDMENT OF THE PLAN
The Board may from time to time, insofar as permitted by law, suspend or discontinue the Plan
or revise or amend it in any respect; provided, however, that no such revision or amendment, except
as is authorized in Section 9, shall impair the terms and conditions of any Award which is
outstanding on the date of such revision or amendment to the material detriment of the Participant
without the consent of the Participant. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no such revision or
amendment shall (i) materially increase the number of shares subject to the Plan except as provided
in Section 9 hereof, (ii) change the designation of the class of employees eligible to receive
Awards, or (iii) materially increase the benefits accruing to Participants under the Plan without
the approval of the shareholders of the Company if such approval is required for compliance with
the requirements of any applicable law or regulation.
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HEALTH FITNESS CORPORATION
ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
Monday, May 21, 2007
3:30 p.m. (Central time)
3600 American Boulevard West
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
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Health Fitness Corporation
3600 American Boulevard West
Bloomington, MN 55431
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This proxy is solicited by the Board of Directors for use at the Annual Meeting on May 21, 2007.
The shares of stock you hold in your account will be voted as you specify on the reverse side.
If no choice is specified, the proxy will be voted FOR Items 1, 2, 3 and 4.
The undersigned hereby appoints JOHN C. PENN, JAMES A. BERNARDS and MARK W. SHEFFERT, and each of
them individually, with full power of substitution, as Proxies to represent and vote, as designated
below, all shares of capital stock of Health Fitness Corporation registered in the name of the
undersigned at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of the Company to be held at the Companys
corporate offices, 3600 American Boulevard West, Bloomington, Minnesota, at 3:30 p.m. (Central
time) on May 21, 2007, and at any adjournment or postponement thereof, and the undersigned hereby
revokes all proxies previously given with respect to the meeting.
See reverse for voting instructions.
There are three ways to vote your Proxy
Your telephone or Internet vote authorizes the Named Proxies to vote your shares in the same
manner as if you marked, signed and returned your proxy card.
VOTE BY PHONE TOLL FREE 1-800-560-1965 QUICK ««« EASY ««« IMMEDIATE
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Use any touch-tone telephone to vote your proxy 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, until 12:00 p.m. (CT) on May 18, 2007. |
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Please have your proxy card and the last four digits of your Social Security Number or Tax Identification Number available. Follow the simple instructions the voice provides you. |
VOTE BY INTERNET http://www.eproxy.com/hfit/ QUICK ««« EASY ««« IMMEDIATE
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Use the Internet to vote your proxy 24 hours a day, 7 days a week until 12:00 p.m.(CT) on May 18, 2007. |
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Please have your proxy card and the last four digits of your Social Security Number or Tax Identification Number available (non-U.S. holders without numbers will leave blank). Follow the simple instructions to obtain your records and create an electronic ballot. |
VOTE BY MAIL
Mark, sign and date your proxy card and return it in the postage-paid envelope weve provided or
return it to Health Fitness Corporation, c/o Shareowner ServicesSM, P.O. Box 64873, St.
Paul, MN 55164-0873.
If you vote by Phone or Internet, please do not mail your Proxy Card
òPlease detach hereò
The Board of Directors Recommends a Vote FOR Items 1, 2, 3 and 4.
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Elect directors:
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01 Gregg O. Lehman
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05 Mark W. Sheffert |
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02 K. James Ehlen
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06 Linda Hall Whitman |
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03 Jerry V. Noyce
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07 Rodney A. Young |
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04 John C. Penn
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08 Robert J. Marzec |
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all nominees
(except as marked)
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from all nominees |
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(Instructions: To withhold authority to vote for any indicated nominee,
write the number(s) of the nominee(s) in the box provided to the right.) |
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Approve the Companys Amended and Restated 2005 Stock Option Plan.
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o Abstain |
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Approve the Companys 2007 Equity Incentive Plan.
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o For
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Ratify selection of Grant Thornton LLP as independent registered public accounting firm.
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In their discretion, upon such other business as may properly come before the Meeting
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THIS PROXY WHEN PROPERLY EXECUTED WILL BE VOTED AS DIRECTED OR, IF NO DIRECTION IS GIVEN, WILL BE VOTED FOR EACH PROPOSAL.
Address Change? Mark Box o Indicate changes below:
Signature(s) in Box
PLEASE DATE AND SIGN ABOVE exactly as name
appears at the left indicating, where
appropriate, official position or
representative capacity. For stock held in
joint tenancy, each joint tenant should
sign.