Arko (ARKO) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held virtually on June 4, 2026, with voting available online, by phone, or mail.

• Stockholders will vote on the election of six directors, a non-binding advisory resolution on executive compensation, and ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as the independent auditor for 2026.

• The proxy materials and annual report are available online, and stockholders are encouraged to vote promptly.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing six directors, approving executive compensation (say-on-pay), and ratifying the independent auditor.

• The Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees, FOR the say-on-pay resolution, and FOR auditor ratification.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 21, 2026, and director nominations between February 4 and March 6, 2027.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board consists of six nominees with diverse backgrounds in finance, retail, energy, and management.

• Arie Kotler serves as Chairman, President, and CEO; Andrew Heyer is Lead Independent Director.

• The Board has Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees, all with independent members.

• The Board adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines, a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and an AI Tools Policy.

• Board diversity is valued, though no formal diversity policy exists.