Ark Restaurants (ARKR) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, to elect seven directors and ratify the appointment of the independent auditor.

• Shareholders of record as of January 15, 2025, are entitled to vote; 3,604,157 shares outstanding.

• Proxy materials and annual report are available online; voting can be done by mail, phone, or internet.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include election of seven directors and ratification of CohnReznick LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2025.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees and FOR auditor ratification.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2026 meeting must be received by October 8, 2025, for inclusion in proxy materials.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of seven directors, with one vacancy following a resignation in April 2024.

• Five directors are independent per NASDAQ rules; diversity in skills, gender, and background is considered.

• Chairman and CEO roles are combined; Board believes this structure provides effective leadership.

• Three standing committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Corporate Governance, all composed of independent directors.

• Board and committees met regularly, with all members attending at least 75% of meetings.