CRA International (CRAI) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for July 16, 2026, to elect two Class I directors, approve executive compensation, and ratify the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP as independent auditors for fiscal 2026.

• Board recommends voting for all proposals and nominees, with proxy materials available online by May 29, 2026.

• Record date for voting is May 22, 2026; quorum requires a majority of outstanding shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on: (1) election of two Class I directors, (2) advisory approval of executive compensation, and (3) ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as auditors.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by January 30, 2027, with specific by-law requirements for nominations and proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of eight directors divided into three classes; will reduce to seven after the 2026 meeting due to a retirement.

• All directors except the CEO are independent under Nasdaq rules; committees (audit, compensation, nominating/governance) are fully independent.

• Board leadership includes a combined CEO/Chair and an independent Lead Director; new Lead Director to be appointed after the 2026 meeting.

• Committees have authority to retain independent advisors; whistleblower procedures are in place.

• Director candidates are evaluated on experience, judgment, independence, and diversity of background.