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Solid Power, Inc. — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from Solid Power, Inc.'s SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory vote on the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers at the 2026-05-20 meeting.

“Election results for the advisory vote on the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 67,276,653 11,948,994 777,222 36,364,159”
Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 at the 2026-05-20 meeting.

“Election results for the ratification of the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 were as follows: For Against Abstain 114,605,818 1,273,733 487,477”
Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Election of the three individuals nominated to be Class II directors at the 2026-05-20 meeting.

“On May 20, 2026, Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. Of the 224,519,421 shares of common stock entitled to vote at the annual meeting, 116,367,028 were voted. At the annual meeting, the stockholders elected the three individuals nominated to be Class II directors, ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, and approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers. Election results for the directors nominated at the annual meeting were as follows: Nominee For Withhold Broker Non-Votes Steven Goldberg 70,213,123 9,789,746 36,364,159 Aleksandra Miziolek 67,318,549 12,684,320 36,364,159 MaryAnn Wright 76,743,358 3,259,511 36,364,159”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2026 results: revenue $3.1 million, net income net loss was $13.0 million, EPS $(0.06) per share.

“encouraged by our progress in the first quarter of 2026 and remain focused on supporting our customers this year.” First Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights Solid Power delivered $3.1 million in revenue and grant income during the first quarter of 2026. Revenue recognized was primarily attributable to progress towards the site acceptance testing milestone under our”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. amended Amended and Restated Assistance Agreement with United States Department of Energy valued at Amended and restated Assistance Agreement modifying terms and conditions applicable to award (effective 2026-01-01).

“On March 5, 2026, Solid Power Operating, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (collectively, the “Company,” “Solid Power,” “we,” or “our”), and the United States Department of Energy (the “DOE”) entered into an amended and restated Assistance Agreement (the “Amended Agreement”), with an effective date of January 1, 2026.”
Auditor Changes

Solid Power, Inc. engaged Deloitte & Touche LLP as its auditor.

“(b) Engagement of New Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm On March 7, 2025 , the Audit Committee approved the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP (“Deloitte”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2025.”
Auditor Changes

Solid Power, Inc. dismissed Ernst & Young LLP as its auditor.

“(a) Dismissal of Previous Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm On March 7, 2025, the Audit Committee (the “Audit Committee”) of the Board of Directors of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) dismissed Ernst & Young LLP (“EY”) as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm.”

Derek Johnson resigned as Chief Operating Officer at Solid Power, Inc..

“Derek Johnson provided notice to Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) that he will resign from his position as Chief Operating Officer of the Company, effective as of February 1, 2025.”

Kevin Paprzycki departed as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at Solid Power, Inc..

“Effective June 14, 2024, Kevin Paprzycki was separated as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Company.”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2024 results: revenue $6.0 million, net income $21.2 million, or $0.12 per share, EPS $0.12 per share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“First Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights Solid Power delivered $6.0 million in revenue during the first quarter of 2024”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported the full year ended December 31, 2023 results: revenue $17.4 million, net income $65.5 million, EPS $0.37 per share. Guidance initiated.

“Revenue in 2023 was $17.4 million, an increase of $5.6 million compared to 2022, driven by continued execution under the company’s joint development agreements. As expected, operating expenses were higher in 2023 compared to 2022 because of increased investments in product development and the scaling of operations. In 2023, operating loss was $90.6 million and net loss was $65.5 million, or $0.37 per share.”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. entered into Line Installation Agreement with SK On Co., Ltd. valued at approximately $22.3 million (effective 2024-01-10).

“On January 10, 2024, Solid Power Korea Co., Ltd. (“ SP Korea ”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, SK On, and, for the limited purposes of Section 12.16 of the Line Installation Agreement, the Company entered into a Line Installation Agreement (the “ Line Installation Agreement ”).”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. entered into Electrolyte Supply Agreement with SK On Co., Ltd. valued at $10 million (effective 2024-01-10).

“On January 10, 2024, Solid Power Operating, Inc. (“ SP Operating ”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (the “ Company ,” “ Solid Power ,” “ we ,” or “ our ”), and SK On Co., Ltd. (“ SK On ”) entered into a Research and Development Technology License Agreement (the “ R&D License Agreement ”) and Electrolyte Supply Agreement (the “ Electrolyte Supply Agreement ”).”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. entered into Research and Development Technology License Agreement with SK On Co., Ltd. valued at $20 million (effective 2024-01-10).

“On January 10, 2024, Solid Power Operating, Inc. (“ SP Operating ”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (the “ Company ,” “ Solid Power ,” “ we ,” or “ our ”), and SK On Co., Ltd. (“ SK On ”) entered into a Research and Development Technology License Agreement (the “ R&D License Agreement ”) and Electrolyte Supply Agreement (the “ Electrolyte Supply Agreement ”).”

John Stephens was appointed as Chairperson at Solid Power, Inc..

“The Board appointed John Stephens, Lead Independent Director, to serve as Chairperson of the Board beginning September 1, 2023.”

David Jansen retired as Chairperson at Solid Power, Inc..

“David Jansen provided notice to Solid Power, Inc. (the “ Company ”) that he will retire from his roles as Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of the Company and as both Chairperson and a Class III member of the Board of Directors (the “ Board ”) of the Company.”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported second quarter ended June 30, 2023 results: revenue $4.9 million, net income $12.2 million, EPS $0.07 per share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“Second quarter 2023 revenue was $4.9 million, an increase of $2.3 million compared to the second quarter of 2022, as a result of continued execution under the company’s joint development agreements.”

Susan Kreh was appointed as Director at Solid Power, Inc..

“filled the newly created vacancies by appointing Kaled Awada and Susan Kreh as directors of the Company.”

Kaled Awada was appointed as Director at Solid Power, Inc..

“filled the newly created vacancies by appointing Kaled Awada and Susan Kreh as directors of the Company.”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. amended Second Amendment to Joint Development Agreement with Ford Motor Company (effective 2023-06-30).

“On June 30, 2023, Solid Power Operating, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”), and Ford Motor Company (“Ford”) entered into a Second Amendment to Joint Development Agreement, dated June 30, 2023 (the “Second Amendment”).”

David Jansen changed role as Senior Advisor to the CEO and Chairperson of the Board at Solid Power, Inc..

“Following Mr. Van Scoter commencing employment with the Company, Mr. Jansen will serve as Senior Advisor to the CEO and continue to serve as Chairperson of the Board.”

John Van Scoter was appointed as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Class I Director at Solid Power, Inc..

“On May 31, 2023, Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that John Van Scoter has been appointed President, Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), and a Class I Director of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective June 14, 2023.”
Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory vote on the frequency of future advisory votes regarding executive compensation at the 2023-05-24 meeting.

“Election results for the advisory vote on the frequency of future advisory votes regarding executive compensation were as follows: One Year Two Years Three Years Abstain Broker Non-Votes 87,396,306 266,476 886,634 225,379 31,478,274”
Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of appointment of Ernst & Young, LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 at the 2023-05-24 meeting.

“Election results for the ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young, LLP as the independent registered accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 were as follows: For Against Abstain 118,614,231 1,346,737 292,101”
Shareholder Votes

Solid Power, Inc. shareholders approved Election of Class II directors at the 2023-05-24 meeting.

“Election results for the directors nominated at the annual meeting were as follows: Nominee For Withhold Broker Non-Votes Steven Goldberg 83,827,301 4,947,494 31,478,274 Aleksandra Miziolek 81,308,306 7,466,489 31,478,274 MaryAnn Wright 87,359,919 1,414,876 31,478,274”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2023 results: revenue $3.8 million, net income net loss was $19.2 million, EPS $0.11 per share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“First quarter 2023 revenue was $3.8 million, up $1.6 million compared to the first quarter of 2022, owing to execution under the Company’s joint development agreements. As expected, operating expenses were higher in the first quarter of 2023 compared with the first quarter of 2022 due to planned investments in product development as well as increased general and administrative expenses to support operations. First quarter 2023 operating loss was $21.3 million and net loss was $19.2 million, or $0.11 per share.”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported the full year ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $11.8 million, net income $9.6 million, EPS $0.05 per diluted share. Guidance initiated.

“Full Year 2022 Financial Highlights Revenue was $11.8 million in 2022, up $9.1 million compared to 2021, owing to strong execution under the Company’s joint development agreements and government contracts, as well as additional product sales during 2022. As expected, operating expenses were higher in 2022 compared with 2021 due to planned investments in product development and the scaling of operations. Operating loss for 2022 was $59.1 million and net loss was $9.6 million, or $0.05 per diluted share.”

Jon Jacobs resigned as Chief Marketing Officer at Solid Power, Inc..

“On February 8, 2023, Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) and Jon Jacobs mutually agreed to the termination of Mr. Jacobs’ employment as Chief Marketing Officer of the Company, effective February 8, 2023.”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. amended Amendment No. 4 with BMW of North America, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BMW”) valued at $20 million between December 2022 and June 2024 (effective 2022-12-20).

“On December 20, 2022, Solid Power Operating, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (collectively, the “ Company ”), and BMW of North America, LLC (together with its affiliates, “ BMW ”) entered into Amendment No. 4 (“ Amendment No. 4 ”) to the Joint Development Agreement, dated July 1, 2017. Pursuant to the terms of Amendment No. 4, the Company granted BMW a research and development-only license to certain of the Company’s intellectual property relating to all-solid-state battery cell manufacturing (the “ R&D License ”). The R&D License allows, among other things, BMW to install a solid state prototype cell manufacturing line based upon Solid Power’s proprietary information. The R&D License is limited to BMW’s research and development activities and may not be used for commercial battery cell production. In consideration of the R&D License and additional development activities contemplated by Amendment No. 4, BMW will pay the Company $20 million between December 2022 and”
Material Agreements

Solid Power, Inc. amended Second Amendment with Red Pierce, LLC valued at approximately $33,310 (effective 2022-12-01).

“Effective December 1, 2022 (the “Effective Date”), Solid Power Operating, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”), entered into a Second Amendment (the “Second Amendment”) to that certain Lease Agreement by and between the Company and Red Pierce, LLC (the “Landlord”), dated November 29, 2016, as amended (the “Original Lease” and, as amended by the Second Amendment, the “Site 1 Master Lease”).”

David Jansen was appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer at Solid Power, Inc..

“On November 29, 2022, the Company announced that David Jansen, the Company’s Chair and President, has been appointed Interim CEO, effective immediately.”

Douglas Campbell resigned as Chief Executive Officer at Solid Power, Inc..

“On November 28, 2022, Douglas Campbell provided notice to Solid Power, Inc. (the “ Company ”) that he has decided to retire from his role as Chief Executive Officer of the Company (the “ CEO ”) and as a member of the Board of Directors (the “ Board ”), effective as of November 29, 2022.”
Governance Changes

Solid Power, Inc.: Adopted amended and restated bylaws to reflect changes in DGCL, universal proxy rules, and other updates (effective 2022-11-16).

“On November 16, 2022, in connection with the effectiveness of new Securities and Exchange Commission rules regarding universal proxy cards, certain recent changes to the Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”) and a periodic review of the bylaws of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”), the Company’s board of directors (the “Board”) adopted amended and restated bylaws (the “Amended and Restated Bylaws”), effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

Solid Power, Inc. reported the third quarter ended September 30, 2022 results: revenue $2.8 million, net income $12.4 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, EPS $0.07 per diluted share.

“our status as an industry-leading developer of next-generation all solid-state battery cells.” Third Quarter Financial Highlights Revenue for the third quarter of 2022 was $2.8 million, bringing total year-to-date revenue to $7.6 million. This compares with revenue of $0.6 million and $1.7 million in the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2021,”

MaryAnn Wright was appointed as Director at Solid Power, Inc..

“Effective on July 18, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from eight directors to nine directors and filled the newly created vacancy by appointing MaryAnn Wright as a director of the Company.”

Aleksandra Miziolek was appointed as director at Solid Power, Inc..

“Effective on February 10, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from eight directors to nine directors and filled the newly created vacancy by appointing Aleksandra Miziolek as a director of the Company.”

Lesa Roe was appointed as director at Solid Power, Inc..

“Effective on January 17, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from seven directors to eight directors and filled the newly created vacancy by appointing Lesa Roe as a director of the Company.”

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