The Eastern Company (EML) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting called to order at 11:00AM in a virtual format to reduce costs and expand access.

• Annual meeting held on May 6, 2026, to review performance, strategy, and governance.

• Business portion conducted first, followed by a Q&A session for shareholders.

• Meeting held pursuant to written notice sent to all shareholders of record as of March 9, 2026.

Board and executive committee updates

• All board members attended virtually, including the Chairman, CEO, CFO, Treasurer, and independent auditors.

• Leadership team includes a new CEO (joined 2024) and recent promotions within business units.

• Board refreshment in 2025 with new director Chan Galbato and retirements of Charles Henry and Michael Mardy.

• Majority of the Board is independent, with an independent Chairman.

• Executive team introduced, with recent leadership changes and tenure highlighted.

Shareholder proposals

• Three proposals: election of six directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, and ratification of the independent auditor.

• No additional proposals were submitted by shareholders.