The Vita Coco Company (COCO) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, will be held virtually, allowing shareholders to attend and vote online or by proxy.

• Shareholders of record as of April 7, 2025, are entitled to vote on key proposals, including director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation.

• The company emphasizes accessibility, transparency, and shareholder engagement, with detailed instructions for voting and participation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Three Class I Directors (Aishetu Fatima Dozie, Martin Roper, John Zupo) are nominated for election to serve until 2028.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.

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

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2026 Annual Meeting, with deadlines and requirements specified.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of nine members, divided into three staggered classes for continuity.

• Board diversity matrix shows 2 female and 7 male directors, with representation of African American/Black and White backgrounds.

• Board skills include management, industry experience, sales, supply chain, corporate governance, and financial expertise.

• Classified board structure is maintained for stability and long-term strategy.

• Board committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & ESG, each with defined responsibilities and independent members.

• Annual board self-assessment and director orientation/education are conducted.