Hercules Capital (HTGC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, with virtual participation available for shareholders.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by June 17, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of independent director nominee Robert P. Badavas.

• Advisory vote to approve named executive officer compensation.

• Advisory vote on the frequency of future say-on-pay votes.

• Approval of amendments and restatements to the 2018 Equity Incentive Plan and 2018 Non-Employee Director Plan.

• Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends voting in favor of all proposals, including director election and plan amendments.