RPC (RES) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Generated $1.6 billion in revenue for 2025, up 15% year-over-year, with net income of $32.1 million and EPS of $0.15; cash flow from operations was $201 million, and $210 million in cash was held at year-end.

• Maintained profitability and strong liquidity despite industry headwinds; continued to invest in technology, new products, and strategic growth opportunities.

• Launched several differentiated products and services in 2025, with expectations for increased adoption in 2026.

• Announced the retirement of Lead Director Jerry Nix and nomination of Wesley N. Slagle to the Board.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote to elect ten directors for one-year terms, ratify Grant Thornton LLP as auditor for 2026, and approve a nonbinding say-on-pay proposal.

• Voting can be done by mail, phone, online, or in person at the annual meeting.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by November 18, 2026, for inclusion in the proxy statement.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of ten members, with a mix of independent and non-independent directors; new nominee Wesley N. Slagle replaces Jerry Nix.

• Board committees include Audit, Human Capital Management and Compensation, Nominating and Corporate Governance, and Executive Committees.

• Board leadership structure separates Executive Chairman, CEO, and Lead Independent Director roles.

• Controlled company status under NYSE rules allows exemption from certain independence requirements.

• Corporate Governance Guidelines and Codes of Conduct are reviewed annually and available on the company website.