Blend Labs (BLND) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on June 17, 2026, with voting available online, by phone, or by mail.

• Stockholders will vote on the election of seven directors and the ratification of PwC as the independent auditor for 2026.

• Only stockholders of record as of April 20, 2026, are entitled to vote.

• Proxy materials are primarily distributed via the Internet to reduce costs and environmental impact.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing seven directors and ratifying PwC as the independent auditor.

• Directors are elected by plurality; auditor ratification requires a majority of votes present.

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

• Stockholders may submit proposals or director nominations for the 2027 meeting by specified deadlines.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of seven directors, six of whom are independent under NYSE rules.

• Board committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, all with independent members.

• Controlled company status due to majority voting power held by the Chair, but not relying on NYSE governance exemptions.

• Board and committees held regular meetings in 2025, with high attendance.

• Insider trading and hedging policies require pre-approval for certain transactions.