Dover (DOV) Proxy filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of nine directors is proposed, with board recommending a vote for all nominees.

• Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for 2026 is recommended.

• Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation is recommended by the board.

• Shareholder proposal to require an independent board chair is presented, with board recommending a vote against.

• Other business may be addressed as appropriate at the meeting or any adjournment.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of nine nominees up for election at the annual meeting.

• Board recommends voting against a shareholder proposal for an independent board chair.

Executive compensation and say-on-pay

• Advisory vote on executive compensation is included, with board recommending approval.