8-K
Harte Hanks Inc (HHS)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
October 4, 2021
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)
HARTE HANKS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
| Delaware | 1-7120 | 74-1677284 |
|---|---|---|
| (State or other jurisdiction<br> of incorporation) | (Commission<br> File Number) | (IRS Employer<br> Identification No.) |
2800 Wells Branch Parkway
Austin , Texas 78728
(512) 434-1100
(Address of principal executive offices and Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
| Title of each class | Trading Symbol(s) | Name of each exchange on which registered |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | HRTH | OTCQX |
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Item 8.01. Other Events.
On October 4, 2021, Harte Hanks, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release regarding its application submission for uplisting its common stock to the Nasdaq Global Market. Currently, the Company’s stock is traded on the OTCQX under the symbol “HRTH.” No assurance can be made that the Company will actually be able to uplist to the Nasdaq Global Market. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits
99.1 Press Release dated October 4, 2021
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| Date: October 4, 2021 | Harte Hanks, Inc. | |
|---|---|---|
| By: | /s/ Lauri Kearnes | |
| Name: Lauri Kearnes<br><br> <br>Title: Chief Financial Officer |
ex_288491.htm
Exhibit 99.1
Harte Hanks Submits Listing Application to Uplist to Nasdaq Global Market®
Improved Financial Performance Enables Impending Return to National Exchange
Potential NASDAQ Listing Expected to Promote Liquidity and Capital Markets Visibility
AUSTIN, Texas – October 4, 2021 -- Harte Hanks, Inc. (OTCQX: HRTH), an industry leader in data-driven, omnichannel marketing, today announced that it filed a comprehensive listing application package with the Nasdaq Global Market®.
Based on the listing qualifications and discussions with listing officials, Harte Hanks qualifies for listing. The application process and review by Nasdaq and FINRA generally takes one to two months.
“Uplisting to the Nasdaq Global Market will be a significant milestone, illustrating the progress we have made in our turn-around strategy,” said Brian Linscott, Chief Executive Officer. "Returning to a national listing platform expands the potential audience of investors and should drive improved marketplace visibility and enhanced liquidity. Combined with continued improvement in our operations, this should position the Company for future growth and the creation of greater shareholder value.”
Jack Griffin, Chairman of the Board of Directors, said, “We have made significant progress in strengthening our financial performance, governance, and liquidity. A listing on the Nasdaq Global Market is a natural and encouraging progression for the Company and our shareholders.”
About Harte Hanks:
Harte Hanks (OTCMKTS: HRTH) is a global omnichannel customer experience company. We work with clients to define, execute, and optimize their customer journey through our Marketing Services, Customer Care, and Fulfillment and Logistics offerings. From visionary thinking to tactical execution, Harte Hanks partners with some of the world's most respected brands to create unforgettable customer experiences, including Bank of America, Cisco, IBM, Pfizer, Sony and Ford, among others. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Harte Hanks has more than 2,000 employees in offices across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific.
As used herein, "Harte Hanks" or "the Company" refers to Harte Hanks, Inc. and/or its applicable operating subsidiaries, as the context may require. Harte Hanks' logo and name are trademarks of Harte Hanks.
Investor Relations Contact:
Rob Fink
FNK IR
HRTH@fnkir.com
646-809-4048