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Hennessy Advisors, Inc.
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SEC Filings
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August 6, 2025 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend August 6, 2025, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) today announced financial results f

August 6, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

August 6, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 7, 2025 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 65% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hibre Teklemariam Hennessy Advisors, Inc. SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 800-966-4354 [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 65% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend May 7, 2025, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported res

May 7, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

May 7, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

March 14, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 14, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

March 14, 2025 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire STF Management ETFs and Welcome Portfolio Manager Jonathan Molchan

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire STF Management ETFs and Welcome Portfolio Manager Jonathan Molchan Novato, CA – March 14, 2025 – Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with STF Management, LP (“STFM”) to signif

February 18, 2025 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 13, 2025 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 125% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 125% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend February 13, 2025, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) repor

February 13, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

FORM 10-Q FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 13, 2025 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2025 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 18, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e

December 16, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 10, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

December 16, 2024 EX-16.1

Letter from Marcum dated December 16, 2024.

Exhibit 16.1 December 16, 2024 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Commissioners: We have read the statements made by Hennessy Advisors, Inc. under Item 4.01 of its Form 8-K dated December 10, 2024. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm in such Form 8-K; we are not in a position to agree or disagree with other statements of Hennessy Advisors, Inc.

December 11, 2024 EX-19

Code of Ethics (which includes the Company’s Insider Trading Policy)

Exhibit 19 Code of Ethics for Hennessy Funds Trust and Hennessy Advisors, Inc. August 2023 Code of Ethics August 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page I. GENERAL 1 A. Introduction 1 B. Definitions 1 II. STANDARDS OF BUSINESS CONDUCT 3 A. General Standards 3 B. Specific Duties and Responsibilities 3 C. Reporting Violations 4 III. PERSONAL SECURITIES INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS POLICY 5 A. General 5 B. Accounts C

December 11, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 11, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

December 11, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 46% Increase in Annual Earnings Per Share

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre TeklSunStar SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057tegicemariam FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 46% Increase in Annual Earnings Per Share December 11, 2024, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) today reported results fo

December 11, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECT

FORM 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

October 30, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

October 30, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hibre Teklemariam Hennessy Advisors, Inc. SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 800-966-4354 [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend October 30, 2024, Novato, CA - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375

September 20, 2024 EX-99.1

SECOND AMENDMENT TO FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 SECOND AMENDMENT TO FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This SECOND AMENDMENT TO FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), effective as of September 20, 2024, is made by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Neil J. Hennessy (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Employee previously entered into a Fourth Amende

September 20, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 16, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

September 20, 2024 EX-99.2

SECOND AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.2 SECOND AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This SECOND AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), effective as of September 20, 2024, is made by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Teresa M. Nilsen (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Employee previously entered into an Employment Agreement, dated as of January 26, 2018, as amended on Fe

August 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

August 8, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 73% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 73% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend August 8, 2024, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) reported

August 8, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 8, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 25% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hibre Teklemariam Hennessy Advisors, Inc. SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 800-966-4354 [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 25% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend May 8, 2024, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported res

May 8, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

May 8, 2024 EX-3.1

Sixth Amended and Restated Bylaws (19)

Exhibit 3.1 SIXTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. Dated as of May 8, 2024 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I OFFICES 1 Section 1. PRINCIPAL OFFICES. 1 Section 2. OTHER OFFICES. 1 ARTICLE II MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS 1 Section 1. PLACE OF MEETINGS. 1 Section 2. ANNUAL MEETING. 1 Section 3. SPECIAL MEETING. 1 Section 4. NOTICE OF SHAREHOLDERS’ MEETINGS. 2 Sectio

February 23, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 23, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 23, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires the CCM Core Impact Equity Fund

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires the CCM Core Impact Equity Fund Novato, CA – February 23, 2024 - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of assets related to the management of the CCM Core Impact Equity Fund. As a result, th

February 9, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ________________________________ FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 _______

File No. 333- As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Empl

February 9, 2024 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 9, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 8, 2024 EX-10.2

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Employees (1)(17)

Exhibit 10.2 Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Employees HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. 2024 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT [Name] [Address] [Telephone]: () - Dear : You have been granted an award of restricted stock units of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) under the Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 2024 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) and this Restricted

February 8, 2024 EX-10.5

as previously amended

Exhibit 10.5 FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), effective as of February 8, 2024, is made by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Teresa M. Nilsen (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Employee previously entered into an Employment Agreement, dated as of January 26, 2018 (the “Agreement”); an

February 8, 2024 EX-10.3

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Directors and Advisory Committee Members (1)(17)

Exhibit 10.3 Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Directors and Advisory Committee Members HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. 2024 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT [Name] [Address] [Telephone]: () - Dear : You have been granted an award of restricted stock units of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) under the Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 2024 Omnibus Incentive Plan (t

February 8, 2024 EX-10.4

as previously amended

Exhibit 10.4 FIRST AMENDMENT TO FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This FIRST AMENDMENT TO FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), effective as of February 8, 2024, is made by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Neil J. Hennessy (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Employee previously entered into a Fourth Amended an

February 8, 2024 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 7% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 7% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend February 8, 2024, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported

February 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT T

FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 8, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 8, 2024 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

January 5, 2024 424B3

HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,530,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value)

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-275964 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. PROSPECTUS Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,530,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value) We offer to participants in our Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan an opportunity to purchase our common stock, no par value. The plan provides holders of shares of our common stock

January 3, 2024 CORRESP

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 January 3, 2024

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 January 3, 2024 Via EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Filed December 8, 2023 File No. 333-275964 Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to Rule 461 under the Securities Ac

December 13, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e

December 8, 2023 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 8, 2023

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 8, 2023 Registration No.

December 8, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables FORM S-3 (Form Type) HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 7, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECT

FORM 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

December 7, 2023 EX-10.16

First Amendment to Sub‑Advisory Agreement, dated as of April 28, 2023, between the registrant and Stance Capital, LLC (for the Hennessy Stance ESG ETF (portfolio composition sub‑advisor))

Exhibit 10.16 FIRST AMENDMENT TO SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is effective as of April 28, 2023, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Adviser”), and Stance Capital, LLC, a Massachusetts limited liability company (the “Sub‑Adviser”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Adviser and the Sub-Adviser are parties to that cer

December 7, 2023 EX-10.9

First Amendment to Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of April 28, 2023, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of the Hennessy Stance ESG ETF)

Exhibit 10.9 FIRST AMENDMENT TO INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO INVESTMENTADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is effective as of April 28, 2023, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Adviser”), and Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Adviser and the Trust are parties to that certain Investmen

December 7, 2023 EX-10.15

Sub‑Advisory Agreement, dated as of December 22, 2022, between the registrant and Stance Capital, LLC (for the Hennessy Stance ESG ETF (portfolio composition sub‑advisor))

Exhibit 10.15 SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of December 22, 2022, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Adviser”), and Stance Capital, LLC, a Massachusetts limited liability company (the “Sub Adviser”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Adviser is registered as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, a

December 7, 2023 EX-10.17

Sub‑Advisory Agreement, dated as of July 14, 2023, between the registrant and Vident Advisory, LLC (for the Hennessy Stance ESG ETF (trading sub‑advisor))

Exhibit 10.17 SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of July 14, 2023, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Adviser”), and Vident Advisory, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Sub‑Adviser”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Adviser is registered as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amende

December 7, 2023 EX-10.6

First Amendment to Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2017, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of the Hennessy Focus Fund, the Hennessy Equity and Income Fund, the Hennessy Gas Utility Fund, the Hennessy Large Cap Financial Fund, the Hennessy Small Cap Financial Fund, and the Hennessy Technology Fund)

Exhibit 10.6 FIRST AMENDMENT TO INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into effective as of February 28, 2017, by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to time (hereinafter

December 7, 2023 EX-10.8

Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of December 22, 2022, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of the Hennessy Stance ESG ETF)

Exhibit 10.8 INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of December 22, 2022 by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to time (hereinafter referred to each as a “Fund” and together as the “Funds”), and Hen

December 7, 2023 EX-10.7

Amended and Restated Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2022, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of the Hennessy Energy Transition Fund and the Hennessy Midstream Fund)

Exhibit 10.7 AMENDED AND RESTATED INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of February 28, 2022, by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to time (hereinafter referred to each as a “Fund” and together as

December 7, 2023 EX-97

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy

Exhibit 97 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Compensation Recovery Policy (this “Policy”) is to describe the circumstances under which Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) is required to recover certain compensation paid to certain employees. Any references in compensation plans, agreements, equity awards, or other policies to the Company’s “re

December 7, 2023 EX-10.18

Second Amended and Restated Servicing Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2022, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of all Hennessy Mutual Funds)

Exhibit 10.18 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED SERVICING AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED SERVICING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of February 28, 2022, by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to time (hereinafter referred to each as a “Fund”

December 6, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 6, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 6, 2023 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings December 6, 2023, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023.

November 13, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 26, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 26, 2023 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hibre Teklemariam SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend October 26, 2023, Novato, CA - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375

August 2, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SE

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNESSY

August 2, 2023 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings and Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contacts: Teresa Nilsen Hibre Teklemariam Hennessy Advisors, Inc. SunStar Strategic [email protected]; 800-966-4354 [email protected]; 703-894-1057 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings and Announces Dividend August 2, 2023, Novato, CA - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported results for its third fiscal quarter of 2023,

August 2, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 10, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 10, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNES

May 10, 2023 EX-99

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings and Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings and Announces Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2023, which ended March 31, 2023. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on June 5, 2023, to shareholders of record as of May 23, 2023, which represents

April 26, 2023 EX-99

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the Assets of the Community Capital Management, LLC's Equity Funds

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the Assets of the Community Capital Management, LLC's Equity Funds NOVATO, Calif., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Community Capital Management, LLC ("CCM") related to the management of the CCM Core Impact Equity Fund and the CCM Small/Mid-Cap Impact V

April 26, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 13, 2023 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 9, 2023 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) reported results for its first fiscal quarter of 2023, which ended December 31, 2022. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on March 6, 2023, to shareholders of record as o

February 9, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2023 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 9, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HEN

December 22, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Partners with Stance Capital, Completing its 11th Asset Purchase

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Partners with Stance Capital, Completing its 11th Asset Purchase NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has completed the transaction to become the advisor of the Stance Equity ESG Large Cap Core ETF (NYSE: STNC) (the "Stance ETF"). As a result, the Stance ETF has been reorganized to become a

December 22, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 22, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 13, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

December 8, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 7, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

December 8, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2022. "At the beginning of 2022, the financial markets were on the rise and our economy seemed unflappable as pandemic-related issues seemed to be subsiding. But as we all know, change is inevi

December 8, 2022 8-K

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

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 7, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

December 8, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Changes to the Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Changes to the Board of Directors NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the "Company") (Nasdaq: HNNA) today announced that Kiera Newton has been named to the Company's Board of Directors and as the new Chair to the Audit Committee. Ms. Newton is an excellent complement to the board with her extensive financial background

December 7, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION W ASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ A NNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2022 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION W ASHINGTON, D.

December 1, 2022 SC 13G

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors Inc / Eden Douglas Todd Passive Investment

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendmnet No.)* Hennessy Advisors Inc. Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 425885100 (CUSIP Number) Douglas Eden, 13029 Sorrento Way, Bradenton, FL 34211, (904) 891-6255 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Autho

October 27, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on November 30, 2022, to shareholders of record as of November 15, 2022, which represents an annualized dividend yield of 6.25%.* "We have paid our dividend without i

October 27, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 27, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 30, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to add ETFs to the Fund Lineup

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to add ETFs to the Fund Lineup Novato, CA ? August 29, 2022 - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Stance Capital, LLC (?Stance Capital?) and Red Gate Advisers, LLC, among othe

August 30, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 3, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2022 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNESS

August 3, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings, Announces Dividend, and Increases Stock Buyback Plan

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Earnings, Announces Dividend, and Increases Stock Buyback Plan NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) reported results for its third fiscal quarter of 2022, which ended June 30, 2022. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on August 31, 2022, to shareholders of record as o

August 3, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 11, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2022 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNES

May 11, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Quarterly Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2022, which ended March 31, 2022. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on June 2, 2022, to shareholders of record as of May 23, 202

May 11, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 10, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2022 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 10, 2022 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 4% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 4% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its first fiscal quarter of 2022, which ended December 31, 2021. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on March 4, 2022, to shareholder

February 10, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended December 31, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HEN

December 15, 2021 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

December 1, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 1, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 1, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces New Independent Board Member

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces New Independent Board Member NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the "Company") (Nasdaq: HNNA) today announced that Lydia Knight-O'Riordan has been named to the Company's Board of Directors. Ms. Knight-O'Riordan brings fresh perspective, community involvement, and significant management experience to the Hennessy Board

November 24, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings NOVATO, Calif., Nov. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (Nasdaq:HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. "The U.S. economy continues to show solid growth despite the lingering effects of COVID-19, some inflation, and supply chain hurdles," said Neil Hennessy, Chairman and CEO. "U.S. equities

November 24, 2021 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNESS

November 24, 2021 EX-4.1

Exhibit 4.1 to our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021

Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the ?Company,? ?we,? ?our,? or ?us?) has one class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Exchange Act?), common stock, no par value per share (?Common Stock?). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOC

November 24, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 24, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 29, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which will be paid on November 23, 2021, to shareholders of record as of November 11, 2021. This quarterly dividend equates to an annualized dividend of $0.55, bringing the yie

October 29, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 29, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 20, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Completes Offering of $40.25 Million 4.875% Notes Due 2026

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Completes Offering of $40.25 Million 4.875% Notes Due 2026 October 20, 2021, Novato, CA ? Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the ?Company?) (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has closed an underwritten public offering of 4.875% unsecured notes due 2026

October 20, 2021 EX-4.2

First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of October 20, 2021, between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee.

Exhibit 4.2 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Trustee Dated as of October 20, 2021 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (this ?First Supplemental Indenture?), dated as of October 20, 2021 is between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the ?Company?), and U.S. Bank National Association, a nationa

October 20, 2021 EX-4.1

Indenture, dated as of October 20, 2021, between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed October 20, 2021).

Exhibit 4.1 INDENTURE Dated as of October 20, 2021 between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS* Page Parties 1 Recitals 1 Article 1. Definitions 1 Section 1.01. Definitions 1 Article 2. Debt Security Forms 9 Section 2.01. Forms Generally 9 Section 2.02. Forms of Debt Securities 9 Section 2.03. Form of Trustee?s Certificate of Authentication 10 S

October 20, 2021 8-A12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or 12(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of regist

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or 12(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 7250 Redwood

October 20, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 20, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

October 20, 2021 EX-99.2

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA BALANCE SHEET OF HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. AS OF JUNE 30, 2021(1) (In thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Exhibit 99.2 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA BALANCE SHEET OF HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. AS OF JUNE 30, 2021(1) (In thousands, except share and per share amounts) June 30, June 30, ADJ FOR 2021 2021 BOND OFFERING (PROFORMA) (Unaudited) Assets Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 14,038 $ 38,483 $ 52,521 Investments in marketable securities, at fair value 10 - 10 Investment fee income receivable 2,821 - 2,8

October 14, 2021 FWP

HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. 4.875% Notes Due 2026 Pricing Term Sheet October 13, 2021

Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Issuer Free Writing Prospectus dated October 13, 2021 Relating to Preliminary Prospectus dated October 12, 2021 Registration No.

October 14, 2021 424B4

$35,000,000 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. 4.875% Notes due 2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS ?Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(4) ?Registration No. 333-259750? $35,000,000 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. PROSPECTUS 4.875% Notes due 2026 We are a publicly traded investment management firm whose primary business activity is managing, servicing, and marketing a diverse family of open-end mutual funds branded as the Hennessy Funds to nearly 165,000 mutual fund accounts and 13,500 finan

October 14, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 13, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 14, 2021 EX-1.1

Underwriting Agreement, dated October 13, 2021, between the Company and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., as representative of the several underwriters named therein.

Exhibit 1.1 EXECUTION VERSION HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. $35,000,000 4.875% Notes Due 2026 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT October 13, 2021 Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. As representative of the several Underwriters named in Schedule I c/o Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. 85 Broad Street New York, New York 10004 Ladies and Gentlemen: Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the ?Company?), confirms with Oppenheimer

October 14, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Prices Offering of 4.875% Notes Due 2026

Exhibit 99.1 Media Contact: Teresa Nilsen Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected]; 800-966-4354 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Prices Offering of 4.875% Notes Due 2026 October 13, 2021, Novato, CA ? Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the ?Company?) (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $35 million in aggregate principal amount of 4.875

October 12, 2021 CORRESP

hennessy advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 October 12, 2021

hennessy advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 October 12, 2021 VIA EDGAR Correspondence United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Manufacturing 100 F. Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Acceleration of Effective Date Hennessey Advisors, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259750) Ladies and Gen

October 12, 2021 EX-4.2

Form of Notes (included as Exhibit A to Exhibit 4.2 above)

Exhibit 4.2 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Trustee Dated as of October [?], 2021 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (this ?First Supplemental Indenture?), dated as of October [?], 2021 is between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the ?Company?), and U.S. Bank National Association, a natio

October 12, 2021 EX-1.1

Form of Underwriting Agreement

EX-1.1 2 tm2128106d5ex1-1.htm EXHIBIT 1.1 Exhibit 1.1 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. $[●] [●]% Notes Due 2026 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT October [●], 2021 Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. As representative of the several Underwriters named in Schedule I c/o Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. 85 Broad Street New York, New York 10004 Ladies and Gentlemen: Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Company”), confirms w

October 12, 2021 S-1/A

Registration Statement on Form S-1, as amended (File No. 333-259750), previously filed with the Commission and declared effective on October 13, 2021

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 12, 2021 Registration No.

October 12, 2021 CORRESP

hennessy advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 October 12, 2021

hennessy advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd., Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 October 12, 2021 VIA EDGAR Correspondence United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Manufacturing 100 F. Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Acceleration of Effective Date Hennessey Advisors, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259750) Ladies and Gen

October 12, 2021 CORRESP

[Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acceleration Request]

VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Manufacturing 100 F Street, N.

October 12, 2021 EX-4.1

Form of Indenture

Exhibit 4.1 INDENTURE Dated as of [], 2021 between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS* Page Parties 1 Recitals 1 Article 1. Definitions 1 Section 1.01. Definitions 1 Article 2. Debt Security Forms 9 Section 2.01. Forms Generally 9 Section 2.02. Forms of Debt Securities 9 Section 2.03. Form of Trustee?s Certificate of Authentication 10 Section 2

October 12, 2021 EX-25.1

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility under Trust Indenture Act of 1939 of Trustee under the Indenture

Exhibit 25.1 securities and exchange commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 Statement of Eligibility Under The Trust Indenture Act of 1939 of a Corporation Designated to Act as Trustee Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 31-0841368 I.R.S. Employer Identific

September 23, 2021 S-1

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 23, 2021

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 23, 2021 Registration No.

September 23, 2021 CORRESP

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ATTORNEYS AT LAW 777 East Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202-5306 414.271.2400 TEL 414.297.4900 FAX www.foley.com WRITER?S DIRECT LINE 414.319-7336 [email protected] EMAIL September 23, 2021 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Submission of Registration Statement on Form S-1 Ladies

August 4, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNESS

August 4, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 4, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 25% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports 25% Increase in Quarterly Earnings Per Share and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its third fiscal quarter of 2021, which ended June 30, 2021. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on September 2, 2021, to shareholder

May 12, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 12, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 12, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2021, which ended March 31, 2021. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share to be paid on June 4, 2021, to shareholders of record as of May 25

May 12, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-36423 HENNES

February 22, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2021 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 11, 2021 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its first fiscal quarter of 2021, which ended December 31, 2020. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which will be paid on March 9, 2021, to shareholders of record

January 7, 2021 424B3

HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,470,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value)

TABLE OF CONTENTS  Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3)  Registration No. 333-251201 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. PROSPECTUS Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,470,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value) We offer to participants in our Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan an opportunity to purchase our common stock, no par value. The plan provides holders of shares of our common sto

December 29, 2020 CORRESP

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Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd. Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 December 29, 2020 Via EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Filed December 8, 2020, as amended on December 22, 2020 File No. 333-251201 Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant t

December 22, 2020 S-3/A

- S-3/A

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 22, 2020 Registration No.

December 15, 2020 DEF 14A

Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A (filed December 15, 2020);

DEF 14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

December 8, 2020 COVER

December 8, 2020

ATTORNEYS AT LAW 777 East Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202-5306 414.271.2400 TEL 414.297.4900 FAX www.foley.com December 8, 2020 Via EDGAR System Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. ? Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: On behalf of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the ?Company?), we are transmitting for filing u

December 8, 2020 S-3

Powers of Attorney (included in the signature page in Part II of the registration statement).**

TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 8, 2020 Registration No.

December 1, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 1, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 1, 2020 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020. "In a year defined by a global pandemic, economic shutdowns, and a highly charged presidential election, the stock market has continued to show its resiliency and strength," said Neil Henn

December 1, 2020 EX-4.1

Exhibit 4.1 to our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020

EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) has one class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, common stock, no par value per share (“Common Stock”). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK The following is a description of

December 1, 2020 10-K

Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (filed December 1, 2020);

Form 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

November 2, 2020 SC 13G

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. / Eden Douglas Todd Passive Investment

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Hennessy Advisors Inc. Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 425885100 (CUSIP Number) Douglas Eden, 13029 Sorrento Way, Bradenton, FL 34211, (904) 891-6255 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive

October 30, 2020 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which will be paid on December 2, 2020, to shareholders of record as of November 12, 2020. This quarterly dividend equates to an annualized dividend of $0.55, bringing the yiel

October 30, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 6, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

August 6, 2020 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results and Announces Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results and Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its third fiscal quarter of 2020, which ended June 30, 2020, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, representing an annualized dividend yield of 6.7%.* The dividend will be paid o

August 6, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 15, 2020 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2020, which ended March 31, 2020, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which represents an annualized dividend yield of 7.1%.* The dividend

May 15, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 14, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 14, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

March 26, 2020 8-K

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 26, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 12, 2020 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2020 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2020 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 11, 2020 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Feb. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) reported results for its first fiscal quarter of 2020, which ended December 31, 2019. The firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which will be paid on March 6, 2020, to shareholders of record as of

December 17, 2019 424B3

Hennessy Advisors, Inc.

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-222001 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. December 17, 2019 Supplement to the Prospectus dated January 8, 2018 This prospectus supplement supplements the prospectus dated January 8, 2018 (the “Prospectus”), relating to the Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (the “Plan”) of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (“Hennessy Advisors”) offering up to 1,550,000 s

December 16, 2019 DEF 14A

Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A (filed December 15, 2020).

DEF 14A Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [X] Definitive Proxy Statement [ ] Definitive Additional Materials [ ] Soliciting Material Pursuant to §240.

December 3, 2019 10-K

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

December 3, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Annual Earnings NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2019. "The stock market was characterized by volatility and uncertainty during our fiscal year, even as the major market indices flirted with all-time highs. In fact, in November, all three major indices (NA

December 3, 2019 EX-4.1

Description of Securities

EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 As of December 3, 2019, Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) has one class of securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, common stock, no par value per share (“Common Stock”). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK The follow

December 3, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 3, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 30, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 30, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend

EX-99.1 2 tm19214651ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1375 per share, which will be paid on December 3, 2019, to shareholders of record as of November 12, 2019. This quarterly dividend equates to an annualized divid

August 7, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings

EX-99.1 2 tv527082ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings Firm Announces 25% Dividend Increase (14th Increase since IPO) NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its third fiscal quarter of 2019, which ended June 30, 2019, and also announced a quarterly dividend increase. "Actively managed U.S. mut

August 7, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 7, 2019 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

July 19, 2019 EX-99.1

SIXTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT

SIXTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT THIS SIXTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into as of July 17, 2019 (the “Effective Date”), by and between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

July 19, 2019 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 17, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 16, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 16, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Repurchases Shares

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Repurchases Shares NOVATO, Calif., May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today repurchased 422,692 shares of its common stock at $9.50 per share in a privately negotiated transaction. This repurchase represents approximately 5.3% of shares outstanding and was made pursuant to the Company's 2010 stock buyback program. "Our Board and senior manage

May 9, 2019 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 9, 2019 EX-99.1

FIFTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT

FIFTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT THIS FIFTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT (this "Amendment") is made and entered into as of May 9, 2019 (the "Effective Date"), by and between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 7, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 7, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $0.37 Per Share

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $0.37 Per Share Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2019, which ended March 31, 2019, and also announced a quarterly dividend. Summary Highlights (compared to the prior comparable quarter ended March 31, 201

May 7, 2019 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q Quarterly Report FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 25, 2019 EX-99.1

FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is made as of February 22, 2019 (the "Effective Date"), by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc.

February 25, 2019 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 22, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 15, 2019 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 12, 2019 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings of $0.39 Per Share

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings of $0.39 Per Share Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) reported results for its first fiscal quarter of 2019, which ended December 31, 2018, and also announced a quarterly dividend. Summary Highlights (compared to prior comparable quarter ended December 31, 2

February 12, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2019 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

February 11, 2019 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

December 19, 2018 DEF 14A

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. DEF 14A

DEF 14A Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [X] Definitive Proxy Statement [ ] Definitive Additional Materials [ ] Soliciting Material Pursuant to §240.

November 28, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Increases in Annual Revenue, Earnings, and Net Income

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Increases in Annual Revenue, Earnings, and Net Income NOVATO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018. Summary Highlights for the Fiscal Year (compared to fiscal year 2017): Fully diluted earnings per share increased 35.9% to $2.61. Our effective tax rate decreased

November 28, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 28, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

November 28, 2018 10-K

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. FORM 10-K (Annual Report)

Form 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

November 28, 2018 EX-10.15

Second Amendment to Amended and Restated Servicing Agreement, dated as of October 26, 2018, between the registrant and Hennessy Funds Trust (on behalf of all Funds) (16)

EX-10.15 Exhibit 10.15 SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED SERVICING AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED SERVICING AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made effective as of October 26, 2018 by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to tim

November 28, 2018 EX-10.12

Sub-Advisory Agreement, dated as of October 26, 2018, between the registrant and BP Capital Fund Advisors, LLC (for the Hennessy BP Energy Transition Fund and the Hennessy BP Midstream Fund) (incorporated by reference from the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018 (SEC File No. 001-36423), filed November 28, 2018).

EX-10.12 Exhibit 10.12 SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of October 26, 2018, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (“Manager”), and BP Capital Fund Advisors, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Sub-Adviser”). RECITALS WHEREAS, Manager is registered as an investment adviser under the Investment Advis

November 28, 2018 EX-10.6

Investment Advisory Agreement, dated as of October 26, 2018, between the registrant and Hennessey Funds Trust (on behalf of the Hennessy BP Energy Transition Fund and the Hennessy BP Midstream Fund) (incorporated by reference from the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018 (SEC File No. 001-36423), filed November 28, 2018).

EX-10.6 Exhibit 10.6 INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of October 26, 2018, by and between Hennessy Funds Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), on behalf of each of its investment series set forth on Schedule A hereto as it may be amended from time to time (hereinafter referred to each as a “Fund” and together as the “Funds”),

October 30, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Increases Dividend 10%

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Increases Dividend 10% NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share (annualized at $0.44), which represents a 10% increase from the firm's previous quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share. The dividend will be paid on December 5, 2018, to shareholders of rec

October 30, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 26, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires the BP Capital TwinLine Funds, Completing Its Tenth Asset Purchase

EX-99.1 2 tv505591ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires the BP Capital TwinLine Funds, Completing Its Tenth Asset Purchase NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of assets related to the management of the BP Capital TwinLine Energy Fund and the BP Capital TwinLine MLP Fund. As a re

October 26, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 26, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

September 21, 2018 EX-99.1

FOURTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT

EXECUTION VERSION FOURTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT THIS FOURTH AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into as of September 20, 2018 (the “Effective Date”), by and between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

September 21, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 20, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 1, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 1, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings of $0.53 Per Share

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings of $0.53 Per Share Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for its third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2018, and also announced a quarterly dividend. Summary Highlights (compared to prior comparable quarter ended June 30, 2017): Fully dilute

August 1, 2018 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

July 11, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 10, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

July 11, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the BP Capital TwinLine Funds

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Tania Kelley Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the BP Capital TwinLine Funds Novato, CA – July 10, 2018 - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with BP Capital Fund Advisors, LLC (“BP Capital”) to purchase the assets re

July 11, 2018 EX-2.1

Transaction Agreement, dated as of July 10, 2018, between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. and BP Capital Fund Advisors, LLC

Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version TRANSACTION AGREEMENT between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. and BP CAPITAL FUND ADVISORS, LLC July 10, 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I – DEFINED TERMS 1 ARTICLE II – PURCHASED ASSETS; PURCHASE PRICE 5 Section 2.1. Purchased Assets 5 Section 2.2. Liabilities 6 Section 2.3. Purchase Price 6 ARTICLE III – REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF SELLER 7 Section 3.1. Organization, S

May 2, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 2, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 2, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $0.58 Per Share

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $0.58 Per Share Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for its second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2018, and announced a quarterly dividend. Summary Highlights (compared to prior comparable quarter ended March 31, 2017): Fully diluted

May 2, 2018 EX-10.4

First Amendment to Sub-Advisory Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2018, between the registrant and SPARX Asset Management Co., Ltd. (for the Hennessy Japan Fund and the Hennessy Japan Small Cap Fund) (14)

EX-10.4 Exhibit 10.4 FIRST AMENDMENT TO SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO SUB-ADVISORY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into effective as of February 28, 2018, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (“Manager”), and SPARX Asset Management Co., Ltd., a corporation organized under the laws of Japan (“Sub-Adviser”). RECITALS WHEREAS, Manager and

May 2, 2018 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 1, 2018 EX-24

You’ve Exceeded the SEC’s Traffic Limit

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that, for good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency and receipt of which are hereby acknowledged, the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Daniel B.

January 30, 2018 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

January 25, 2018 EX-99.1

AMENDMENT TO THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 3 cg1025ex991.htm Exhibit 99.1 AMENDMENT TO THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT TO THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), effective as of January 26, 2018, is made by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Neil J. Hennessy (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company and the Employee previously entered into a Third

January 25, 2018 EX-99.2

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EX-99.2 4 cg1025ex992.htm Exhibit 99.2 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of January 26, 2018 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the “Company”) and Teresa M. Nilsen (the “Employee”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Company desires to retain the services of the Employee, and the Employee desires to be employed by the Company, each in acco

January 25, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

January 25, 2018 EX-99.3

SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BONUS AGREEMENT

EX-99.3 5 cg1025ex993.htm Exhibit 99.3 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BONUS AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED BONUS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of January 26, 2018, by and between Hennessy Advisors, Inc., a California corporation (the “Company”), and Teresa M. Nilsen (“Executive”). BACKGROUND This Agreement amends and restates the Amended and Restated Bonus Agreement made as of O

January 25, 2018 EX-3.1

Fifth Amended and Restated Bylaws (13)

EX-3.1 2 cg1025ex31.htm Exhibit 3.1 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. Dated as of January 25, 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I OFFICES 1 Section 1. PRINCIPAL OFFICES 1 Section 2. OTHER OFFICES 1 ARTICLE II MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS 1 Section 1. PLACE OF MEETINGS 1 Section 2. ANNUAL MEETING 1 Section 3. SPECIAL MEETING 1 Section 4. NOTICE OF SHAREHOLDERS’ MEETINGS 2 S

January 25, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings of $1.04 Per Share

EX-99.1 2 tv484062ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings of $1.04 Per Share Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend Increase of 33% NOVATO, Calif., Jan. 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for its first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2017, and announced an increased quarterly dividend. Summary Highlights Ful

January 25, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

January 25, 2018 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

January 12, 2018 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Completes the Acquisition of the Rainier U.S. Equity Funds, Bringing Assets Under Management to $7.3 Billion

EX-99.1 2 tv483285ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Completes the Acquisition of the Rainier U.S. Equity Funds, Bringing Assets Under Management to $7.3 Billion NOVATO, Calif., Jan. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of assets related to the management of the Rainier Small/Mid Cap Equity Fu

January 12, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 12, 2018 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

January 8, 2018 424B3

HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,550,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value)

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-222001 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. PROSPECTUS Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan 1,550,000 Shares of Common Stock (no par value) We offer to participants in our Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan an opportunity to purchase our common stock, no par value. The plan provides holders of shares of our common stock and new investors

January 4, 2018 CORRESP

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. ESP

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 7250 Redwood Blvd. Suite 200 Novato, California 94945 January 4, 2018 Via EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 Filed December 12, 2017 File No. 333-222001 Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to Rule 461 under the Securities Ac

December 12, 2017 S-3

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. S-3

tv481019-s3 - none - 1.66022s TABLE OF CONTENTS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 12, 2017 Registration No. 333-????????? ? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ? California ? ? 68-0176227

December 12, 2017 CORRESP

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. ESP

ATTORNEYS AT LAW 777 East Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202-5306 414.271.2400 TEL 414.297.4900 FAX www.foley.com December 12, 2017 Via EDGAR System Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Hennessy Advisors, Inc. ? Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: On behalf of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (the ?Company?), we are transmitting for filing

December 11, 2017 DEF 14A

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. DEF 14A

DEF 14A Table of Contents SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [X] Definitive Proxy Statement [ ] Definitive Additional Materials [ ] Soliciting Material Pursuant to ?240.

December 4, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 4, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

December 4, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Record Annual Earnings and Revenue

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Record Annual Earnings and Revenue NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2017. Summary Highlights for the Fiscal Year: Fully diluted earnings per share of $1.92 for fiscal year 2017, an increase of 3.2% over the prior fiscal year. Revenue for the fiscal year to

December 4, 2017 10-K

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-K (Annual Report)

10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

December 2, 2017 EX-99.1

THIRD AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 THIRD AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT THIS THIRD AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into as of November 30, 2017 (the “Effective Date”), by and between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC., a California corporation (“Borrower”), Lenders from time to time party to the Agreement (defined below), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, a national banking association,

December 2, 2017 EX-99.2

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires Two Rainier U.S. Equity Funds

EX-99.2 3 tv480654ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquires Two Rainier U.S. Equity Funds NOVATO, Calif., Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of assets related to the management of the Rainier Large Cap Equity Fund and the Rainier Mid Cap Equity Fund. As a result, the Rainier Large Cap

December 2, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 30, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

November 20, 2017 EX-99.1

SECOND AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 2 cg995991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 SECOND AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO TERM LOAN AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into as of November 16, 2017 (the “Effective Date”), by and between HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC., a California corporation (“Borrower”), Lenders from time to time party to the Agreement (defined below), and U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION

November 20, 2017 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 16, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 31, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 31, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

October 31, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Oct. 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ - The Board of Directors of Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share (or an annualized rate of $0.30 per share). The dividend will be paid on December 8, 2017, to shareholders of record as of November 15, 2017. "We are pleased to announce our quarter

September 27, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquisition of Rainier U.S. Equity Funds – Timeline Revised

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Tania Kelley Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Acquisition of Rainier U.S. Equity Funds ? Timeline Revised Novato, CA ? September 26, 2017 - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that the timeline for its definitive agreement with Manning & Napier Group, LLC and Rainier Investment Man

September 27, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 26, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 2, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings of $0.51 Per Share; Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings of $0.51 Per Share; Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported 2017 third quarter results for the period ending June 30, 2017. Summary Highlights Fully diluted earnings per share of $0.51 for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2017, an increase of

August 2, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

August 2, 2017 10-Q

HNNA / Hennessy Advisors, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

May 11, 2017 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 11, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the Rainier U.S. Equity Funds

EXHIBIT 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Tania Kelley Hennessy Advisors, Inc. [email protected] Phone: 800-966-4354 Hennessy Advisors, Inc. to Acquire the Rainier U.S. Equity Funds May 11, 2017, Novato, CA ? Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ: HNNA) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Manning & Napier Group, LLC and Rainier Investment Management, LLC (?Rai

May 11, 2017 EX-2.1

Transaction Agreement, dated as of May 10, 2017, among Hennessy Advisors, Inc., Rainier Investment Management, LLC, and Manning & Napier Group, LLC. (16)*

EXHIBIT 2.1 Execution Copy TRANSACTION AGREEMENT Among HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC., RAINIER INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC and MANNING & NAPIER GROUP, LLC May 10, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I DEFINED TERMS 1 ARTICLE II PURCHASED ASSETS; PURCHASE PRICE 5 Section 2.1 Purchased Assets 5 Section 2.2 Excluded Assets 6 Section 2.3 Excluded Liabilities 6 Section 2.4 Purchase Price 6 ARTICLE III REPRESENTATIO

May 1, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 1, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC.

May 1, 2017 EX-99.1

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Per Share Increase of 9%; Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend

Hennessy Advisors, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Per Share Increase of 9%; Firm Also Announces Quarterly Dividend NOVATO, Calif., May 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ - Hennessy Advisors, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNNA) today reported fully diluted earnings per share of $0.47 for the second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2017, an increase of 9% over the prior comparable quarter ended March 31, 2016. Quarterly reven

May 1, 2017 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

March 7, 2017 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2017 HENNESSY ADVISORS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) California 001-36423 68-0176227 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

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