Aterian (ATER) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Both Glass Lewis and ISS recommend voting in favor of the asset sale and related share issuance proposals.

• The asset sale involves selling substantially all assets to Trademark Global, LLC, and issuing shares to David Lazar upon conversion of preferred stock.

• The special meeting for shareholder voting is scheduled for July 10, 2026.

• Management highlights the importance of shareholder participation and the value delivered by the proposed transactions.

• Forward-looking statements address anticipated benefits, timing, and risks associated with the transactions.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include approval of the asset sale and issuance of common stock upon conversion of Series AA and AAA preferred stock.

• Proxy advisors cite strategic review, competitive process, and potential downside risks of non-approval.

• Voting instructions are provided for phone and online participation.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Directors and executive officers are identified as participants in the proxy solicitation, with their interests disclosed in SEC filings.

• Information on directors’ and officers’ holdings is available in annual and periodic SEC reports.