Avery Dennison (AVY) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for April 30, 2026, with virtual participation available for shareholders.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by April 29, 2026, or April 27, 2026, for plan shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of ten directors is on the agenda, with nominees listed individually.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation is included.

• Ratification of PwC as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.

• Stockholder proposal for an independent Board Chairman will be voted on if properly presented.

• Board recommends voting for all director nominees, executive compensation, and auditor ratification, but against the independent Chairman proposal.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Ten director nominees are up for election, including both current and new members.

• Board structure and leadership, including the potential for an independent Chairman, are under consideration.