BlackRock TCP Capital (TCPC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held virtually on May 27, 2026, to elect six directors and conduct other business as needed.

• Stockholders of record as of March 30, 2026, are eligible to vote, with 84,229,112 common shares outstanding, each entitled to one vote.

• Voting can be done via internet, telephone, mail, or during the virtual meeting using a control number.

• The Board recommends voting FOR all six director nominees.

• Proxy materials, including the annual report, are available online for review.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• The main proposal is the election of six director nominees to serve until the 2027 Annual Meeting.

• Stockholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 10, 2026, for inclusion in the proxy statement.

• Additional business may be transacted as properly brought before the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board consists of six directors: one interested director (Chair/CEO) and five independent directors.

• Committees include Audit, Governance and Compensation, and Joint Transactions, all composed of independent directors.

• The Lead Independent Director coordinates independent director activities and presides in the Chair's absence.

• Directors are subject to annual independence reviews and a mandatory retirement age of 75, waivable by Board vote.

• The Board values diversity, experience, and skills in director selection.