Sensient (SXT) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025, to elect ten directors, approve executive compensation, and ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditors for 2025.

• Shareholders can vote by phone, internet, or mail; proxy materials are available online.

• 2024 saw strong operating and financial performance, with notable growth in all business groups.

• The company emphasizes long-term value creation, robust governance, and sustainability.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on: (1) election of ten directors, (2) advisory approval of executive compensation, and (3) ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as auditors.

• No other shareholder proposals or nominations were received for this meeting.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2026 meeting must be submitted by November 12, 2025.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of ten nominees with diverse backgrounds, including three women and multiple ethnicities.

• Eight of ten directors are independent; independence is reviewed annually.

• Board committees include Audit, Compensation and Development, Finance, Nominating and Corporate Governance, and Scientific Advisory.

• Lead Director role enhances governance; executive sessions held regularly.

• Director compensation includes cash retainers and restricted stock, with strong stock ownership requirements.