AEye (LIDR) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026, with critical shareholder participation requested for key proposals.

• Recent commercial momentum includes a 33% increase in customer count and a 40% expansion in the commercial pipeline, with record Apollo™ unit shipments.

• Forward-looking statements highlight expectations for continued growth, value creation, and financial discipline, with risks detailed in recent SEC filings.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposal Three seeks approval to allocate 6,750,000 shares under the 2021 Equity Incentive Plan to support hiring and retention.

• Approval of Proposal Three is positioned as essential for maintaining commercial momentum and aligning employee and shareholder interests.

• Shareholders are encouraged to vote promptly online, by phone, or by mail.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The CEO and Board of Directors are actively soliciting shareholder support and participation for the Annual Meeting.

• Information on directors and executive officers, including changes in holdings, is available in the definitive proxy statement and SEC filings.