Hercules Capital (HTGC) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled for June 18, 2025, to be held virtually.

• Proxy materials detail proposals for shareholder consideration and voting.

• Participation and timely voting are emphasized to ensure quorum and avoid additional costs.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of three directors is proposed.

• Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation is on the agenda.

• Authorization sought to sell or issue common stock below net asset value, with no immediate plans but for future flexibility.

• Ratification of the independent public accountant for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals described in the proxy statement.