Gevo (GEVO) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on May 20, 2026, with shareholders of record as of March 26, 2026, eligible to vote on key proposals, including director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Shareholders can vote online, by phone, or by mail, and may revoke proxies or change votes up to the meeting date.

• The Board recommends voting in favor of all proposals and emphasizes the importance of shareholder participation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Three Class I directors are nominated for election to serve until the 2029 annual meeting.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, is proposed.

• Advisory (non-binding) vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) is included.

• No other shareholder proposals or matters are currently anticipated.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board is divided into three classes with staggered three-year terms; majority are independent directors.

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

• The Board has adopted governance guidelines, a code of business conduct and ethics, and stock ownership guidelines for directors and executives.

• The independent Chairman structure is maintained, with regular executive sessions and annual self-evaluations.