Annovis Bio (ANVS) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Special Meeting scheduled for October 2026 will be held virtually, allowing shareholders to vote and ask questions online using a unique control number.

• Proxy materials are distributed primarily via the Internet to expedite delivery, reduce costs, and conserve resources, with paper copies available upon request.

• The Board unanimously recommends voting in favor of all proposals presented at the meeting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposal 1 seeks approval to amend the Certificate of Incorporation to increase authorized Common Stock from 70,000,000 to 140,000,000 and Preferred Stock from 2,000,000 to 10,000,000.

• Proposal 2 requests ratification of an amendment to the 2019 Equity Incentive Plan, correcting a prior typographical error and increasing the share reserve to 5,500,000.

• Proposal 3 allows adjournment of the Special Meeting if more time is needed to solicit proxies.

• Shareholders may also transact other business as may properly come before the meeting.

• Board recommends a vote "FOR" all proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Directors and executive officers as a group beneficially own a small percentage of outstanding shares, with detailed ownership disclosed.

• Board members and officers are eligible for awards under the Option Plan but receive no special benefit from the proposals beyond potential equity grants.

• Procedures for shareholder proposals and director nominations for the 2027 Annual Meeting are outlined, including deadlines and requirements.