Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual shareholders meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET in New York.

• Shareholders are invited to vote on key proposals, including director elections and executive compensation.

• Proxy materials are available online, with options for paper or email copies upon request before April 30, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of ten directors, with all nominees recommended by the board.

• Advisory vote on executive officer compensation (say-on-pay) recommended for approval.

• Advisory vote on the frequency of future say-on-pay votes, with options for one, two, or three years.

• Approval of the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan recommended.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Ten director nominees listed for election, including Anthony E. Malkin and Christina Van Tassell.

• Board recommends voting in favor of all director nominees.