Cohen & Steers (CNS) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 1, 2025, will be held virtually, allowing electronic voting and Q&A participation by shareholders.

• Key 2024 highlights include strong investment performance, improved financial results, and strategic business growth, with revenues up 5.7% and operating margin at 33.4%.

• Board and executive committee collectively owned 45.3% of outstanding shares as of year-end 2024, emphasizing alignment with shareholder interests.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on electing nine directors, ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor, and approving executive compensation in a non-binding advisory vote.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Shareholders can submit proposals for the 2026 meeting by November 21, 2025, and must follow advance notice procedures for nominations or other business.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of nine members, with 44% female and 22% racially/ethnically diverse.

• Majority of directors are independent under NYSE standards; leadership roles of chairman and CEO are separated.

• Three standing committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating, all with independent members.

• Corporate governance guidelines, codes of ethics, and insider trading policies are in place and regularly reviewed.