Independent Bank (INDB) Proxy filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of James O. Morton, Daniel F. O'Brien, and Leif O'Leary as Class III Directors is up for vote.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 is proposed.

• Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation is included as a voting item.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees and FOR Proposals 2 and 3.

• Shareholders may consider other business that arises during the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends the election of three Class III Director nominees.

Executive compensation and say-on-pay

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for named executive officers is scheduled.