Chicago Rivet & Machine (CVR) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Sheraton Lisle Hotel, Lisle, Illinois, with record date March 13, 2026.

• Shareholders will vote on electing seven directors and ratifying Cherry Bekaert LLP as independent auditor for 2026.

• Proxy materials and annual report for 2025 are available online; shareholders encouraged to vote by mail or electronically.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include election of seven director nominees and ratification of Cherry Bekaert LLP as auditor.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 4, 2026, and director nominations per bylaw requirements.

• Universal proxy rules require notice by March 13, 2027, for alternative director nominees.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of seven directors, 86% independent, with an average age of 59 and significant board refreshment in the last five years.

• Four standing committees: audit, compensation, executive, and nominating, all with written charters.

• Nominating Committee considers shareholder-recommended candidates and values diversity, independence, and ethical conduct.

• Board leadership includes a non-executive chairman; independent directors meet separately and rotate chairing sessions.