Hillenbrand (HI) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, with proposals to elect four directors, approve executive compensation (Say on Pay), and ratify Ernst & Young LLP as auditor for FY2025.

• Shareholders are encouraged to preregister for in-person attendance and can vote remotely; alternative arrangements will be announced if needed.

• Proxy materials, including the 2024 Annual Report, are available online.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include election of four directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, and ratification of the independent auditor.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2026 meeting are due by September 9, 2025, for proxy inclusion.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of 11 directors, with a majority being independent and diverse in gender and ethnicity.

• Recent addition of a new independent director and creation of vice chairperson roles on key committees.

• Board refreshment policy requires retirement after age 73; average director tenure is 7.9 years.

• Board and committees meet regularly, with all directors attending at least 75% of meetings.

• Board maintains a diversity policy and regularly updates its skills and experience matrix.