Merit Medical Systems (MMSI) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, to be held virtually.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by May 12, 2026, or May 8, 2026, for 401(k) plan shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of four directors: Martha G. Aronson (3-year term), Lonny J. Carpenter (3-year term), Lynne N. Ward (1-year term), Scott R. Ward (3-year term).

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) for named executive officers.

• Approval of the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan.

• Approval of the 2026 Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

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

• Proxies may vote on other business arising at the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends voting in favor of all director nominees and proposals.

• Director terms vary, with three nominees for three-year terms and one for a one-year term.