Excelerate Energy (EE) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2026, to be held virtually, with voting on director elections, executive compensation, and auditor ratification.

• Shareholders of record as of April 7, 2026, are entitled to vote, with each share of Class A and Class B common stock carrying one vote; both classes vote together as a single class.

• Proxy materials are distributed primarily online to reduce costs and environmental impact, with paper copies available upon request.

• The board unanimously recommends voting for all proposals.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposal 1: Election of seven director nominees for one-year terms.

• Proposal 2: Advisory approval of executive compensation (Say-on-Pay).

• Proposal 3: Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 annual meeting by December 17, 2026, for inclusion in the proxy statement.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The company qualifies as a "controlled company" under NYSE rules, with George B. Kaiser controlling 71.9% of voting power.

• The board consists of seven members, with a mix of independent and non-independent directors; Don P. Millican serves as chairperson.

• Three directors are independent under NYSE and SEC standards.

• Board committees include Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, each with defined charters and responsibilities.

• The board emphasizes diversity, integrity, and a broad range of skills and backgrounds.

• Stockholder engagement is prioritized, with regular meetings and feedback mechanisms.