The Eastern Company (EML) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for April 30, 2025, to be held virtually for shareholder participation.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by April 29, 2025.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of seven directors is on the agenda, with all nominees recommended by the board.

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

• Ratification of Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2025.

• Other business may be addressed as appropriate during the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends all director nominees for election at the annual meeting.

• Nominees include Fredrick D. DiSanto, John W. Everets, Charles W. Henry, James A. Mitarotonda, Peggy B. Scott, Michael J. Mardy, and Ryan A. Schroeder.