Harley Directors Win Reelection Following Activist Battle (1)

Harley-Davidson Inc. shareholders voted to reelect three board members, including Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Jochen Zeitz, rejecting a campaign by disgruntled investor H Partners to shake up the board.

The Wednesday result will keep presiding director Thomas Linebarger and Sara Levinson, who has been on the board for almost three decades, in their roles, Harley said in a statement, confirming an earlier report by Bloomberg. Zeitz, who announced plans last month to resign, will remain CEO of the Milwaukee-based company until a replacement is found.

“We appreciate the valuable perspectives and feedback our shareholders have provided,” ...