HireQuest (HQI) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, to be held virtually, with voting available online, by mail, or at the meeting.

• Key proposals include election of six directors, ratification of the independent auditor, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• Board emphasizes the importance of shareholder participation and outlines procedures for voting and attending the meeting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on: (1) election of six directors, (2) ratification of Forvis Mazars LLP as independent auditor for 2026, and (3) advisory approval of executive compensation (say-on-pay).

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Procedures for submitting shareholder proposals and director nominations for the 2027 meeting are detailed, with specific deadlines and requirements.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of six directors, five of whom are independent; committees are fully independent.

• Leadership structure includes a combined Chairman/CEO and an independent Vice Chairman.

• Board skills include finance, risk management, M&A, governance, and industry expertise.

• Regular executive sessions of independent directors and robust code of ethics and insider trading policy in place.