National Presto Industries (NPK) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026, with voting on director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Proxy materials include the 2025 annual report and audited financials; shareholders can vote by proxy or in person.

• Shareholders of record as of March 24, 2026, are eligible to vote; quorum requires majority presence in person or by proxy.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of two directors (Randy F. Lieble and Joseph G. Stienessen) for three-year terms ending in 2029.

• Ratification of RSM US LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay).

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be submitted by December 15, 2026, for proxy inclusion, or by February 18, 2027, for other proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of five directors in staggered three-year terms; three are independent per NYSE rules.

• Committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating/Corporate Governance, each with independent directors.

• Board and committee attendance was 100% in 2025; all directors attended the 2025 annual meeting.

• Stockholders can communicate with the Board or Presiding Director via mail.

• Director nominations by shareholders must follow specific procedures and deadlines.