Karat Packaging (KRT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2026, with shareholders voting on director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Shareholders of record as of April 21, 2026, are eligible to vote, with 19,963,731 shares outstanding.

• Voting can be done online, by phone, mail, or in person, and proxy materials are available electronically.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing five directors, ratifying BDO USA, P.C. as auditor, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• The board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting between February 16 and March 18, 2027.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of five members, including the CEO as chairman and a lead independent director.

• Committees include Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Corporate Governance, all with independent members.

• The board follows a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Insider Trading Policy, and Clawback Policy.

• Board and committee effectiveness are assessed annually, and diversity is considered in director nominations.