Eastern Bankshares (EBC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 18, 2026, to be held virtually for shareholder convenience.

• Proxy materials, including the annual report and proxy statement, are available online for review and voting.

• Shareholders of record as of March 13, 2026, are eligible to vote on key proposals.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of six directors for a one-year term is proposed, with nominees listed by name.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for named executive officers is included.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026 is up for vote.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends voting in favor of all director nominees and proposals.

• Voting instructions are provided for both direct shareholders and plan participants in ESOP and 401(k) plans.