Ark Restaurants (ARKR) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026, to elect six directors and ratify the appointment of CohnReznick LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026.

• Record date for voting is January 20, 2026, with 3,606,157 shares outstanding and entitled to vote.

• Shareholders may vote by mail, internet, phone, or in person; results will be published in a Form 8-K.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include election of six directors and ratification of CohnReznick LLP as auditor.

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

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by September 28, 2026, for proxy inclusion.

• Advance notice for other proposals or nominations must be between November 17 and December 17, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of six directors, with a majority deemed independent under NASDAQ rules.

• Board diversity includes both gender and demographic representation; two women and four men currently serve.

• Chairman and CEO roles are combined; Michael Weinstein holds both positions.

• 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.