Optical Cable (OCC) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for March 31, 2026, with shareholders voting on director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Five directors are nominated for re-election, all current board members with diverse backgrounds in business, technology, and finance.

• Crowe LLP is recommended for ratification as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation reflects a pay-for-performance philosophy and alignment with shareholder interests.

• Proxy materials are available online, and shareholders are encouraged to vote by mail, online, or in person.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on: (1) election of five directors, (2) ratification of Crowe LLP as auditor, (3) non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation, and (4) other business as may arise.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 annual meeting must be submitted according to specified deadlines and procedures.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of five members, with four considered independent under Nasdaq and SEC standards.

• Three standing committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, all chaired by independent directors.

• Combined Chairman/CEO role justified by company size and board composition; no lead independent director appointed.

• Directors are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings and all attended the last annual meeting.