Arbor Realty Trust (ABR) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025, with virtual attendance options and multiple voting methods available.

• Proxy materials, including the notice of meeting and proxy card, are accessible online to encourage paperless participation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of directors with nominees Caryn Efron, Joseph Martello, Edward Farrell, and George Tsunis recommended for approval.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2025 is proposed.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for named executive officers is included.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees and FOR Proposals 2 and 3.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board of Directors provides recommendations on all proposals and director nominees.

• Proxy allows for voting on director elections and other matters that may arise at the meeting.