NewtekOne (NEWT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for June 12, 2026, to elect directors, ratify auditors, and hold a say-on-pay vote.

• Shareholders can vote by mail, phone, internet, or in person; record date is April 24, 2026.

• Proxy materials and annual report are available online for shareholder review.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing two directors for terms expiring in 2029, ratifying RSM US LLP as independent auditors for 2026, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by December 25, 2026, and nominate directors per bylaw procedures.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board expanded to eight members, with a mix of independent and non-independent directors.

• Four standing committees: Audit, Nominating, Risk, and Technology Steering, each with defined oversight roles.

• Board emphasizes diversity, independence, and annual self-assessment.

• Leadership structure combines Chairman and CEO roles, with five of eight directors independent.