Horizon Kinetics (HKHC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2026, both virtually and in person, with stockholders invited to vote on key proposals.

• The company mourns the loss of co-founder Murray Stahl and has appointed Steven Bregman and Peter Doyle as Co-CEOs.

• Proxy materials, including the 2025 Annual Report, are available online and by mail.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Stockholders will vote on the election of six directors, ratification of CBIZ CPAs P.C. as auditor for 2026, and a non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation.

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

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be submitted by December 25, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board currently consists of six directors, with a vacancy due to Mr. Stahl's passing.

• All board committees (Audit, Compensation, Nominating & Corporate Governance) are composed of independent directors.

• Daniel J. Roller serves as lead independent director; the board is evaluating its leadership structure.

• The board held five meetings in 2025, with full attendance by all nominees.