Compass Minerals International (CMP) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2025, via virtual webcast, with voting open to shareholders of record as of January 6, 2025.

• Key proposals include electing eight directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, amending the 2020 Incentive Award Plan, and ratifying KPMG as auditor.

• Shareholders can vote online, by phone, mail, or during the meeting, with detailed instructions provided.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals: elect eight directors for one-year terms, advisory say-on-pay vote, amend the 2020 Incentive Award Plan, and ratify KPMG as auditor.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholders may submit additional proposals or nominations for the 2026 meeting within specified deadlines.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of eight members, 62.5% independent, with an average tenure of 3.9 years and 25% gender diversity.

• Non-Executive Chairman leads the board; all committees are chaired by independent directors.

• Annual board, committee, and individual director evaluations are conducted.

• Term limits for directors (8-12 years) and proxy access rights for shareholders are in place.

• Stock ownership guidelines require significant equity holdings by directors and executives.