Greif (GEF) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on February 23, 2026, with Class B stockholders eligible to vote on key proposals, including director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Only Class B Common Stock holders as of December 29, 2025, may vote; Class A holders receive materials for information only.

• The company emphasizes strong corporate governance, risk oversight, and sustainability, with detailed reporting on board skills, diversity, and ESG progress.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing ten directors for a one-year term, ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor for 2026, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• The board recommends voting FOR all director nominees, auditor ratification, and executive compensation approval.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by September 11, 2026, and recommend director nominees per established procedures.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of nine independent directors and one management director, with a mix of leadership, governance, international, manufacturing, finance, and risk management expertise.

• Committees include Audit, Compensation, Nominating and Corporate Governance, and Stock Repurchase, all chaired by independent directors.

• Board leadership is separated between an independent Chairman and the CEO.

• Directors are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings and comply with stock ownership guidelines.