Lincoln Educational Services (LINC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on May 7, 2026, with shareholders voting on director elections, executive compensation, and auditor ratification.

• Shareholders can vote online, by phone, or by mail, with a record date of March 18, 2026, and 31,696,582 shares outstanding.

• Proxy materials are distributed via the Internet to reduce costs and environmental impact, with paper copies available upon request.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote to elect ten directors, approve executive compensation on an advisory basis, and ratify Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor for 2026.

• The board recommends voting in favor of all proposals.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be submitted by November 25, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of ten nominees with diverse backgrounds in finance, education, industry, and governance.

• All directors except the CEO are independent under NASDAQ rules.

• The board has Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Corporate Governance Committees, all composed of independent directors.

• The board separates the roles of Chair and CEO and emphasizes director attendance and preparation.

• Stock ownership guidelines require directors and executives to hold significant equity.