Global Industrial Company (GIC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for June 1, 2026, will be held virtually for shareholder participation.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by May 31, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of eight directors is up for shareholder vote, with board recommending all nominees.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026 is proposed.

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

• Approval of the Amended and Restated 2018 Employee Stock Purchase Plan is on the agenda.

• Other business may be transacted as appropriate during the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Eight director nominees are listed for election, including Richard B. Leeds, Bruce Leeds, Robert Leeds, Anesa T. Chaibi, Chad M. Lindbloom, Gary S. Michel, Paul S. Pearlman, and Robert D. Rosenthal.