H&R Block (HRB) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Fiscal 2026 saw 4.9% revenue growth, strong operating cash flow, and $714 million returned to shareholders via dividends and share repurchases.

• Leadership transitioned from Jeff Jones to Curtis Campbell as President and CEO, with three new directors joining the board.

• The board remains focused on strategic direction, talent development, and succession planning.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on electing nine directors, ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor, advisory approval of executive compensation, and approval of the 2026 Long Term Incentive Plan.

• The board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board size set at nine following retirements; four standing committees oversee audit, compensation, governance, and finance.

• Board diversity includes 5 of 9 female nominees and 5 ethnically diverse members; average tenure is five years.

• Annual board, committee, and director evaluations are conducted, with a substantial majority of directors deemed independent.

• Mandatory director resignation policies and stock ownership guidelines are in place.