Public Policy Holding Company (PPHC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2026, in New York, with voting open to shareholders of record as of March 23, 2026.

• Key proposals include electing three Class II directors, ratifying the external auditor, and approving electronic distribution of shareholder materials.

• The company has expanded through acquisitions, broadened its geographic reach, and listed on both AIM and Nasdaq.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on electing Kathleen L. Casey, Roeland Smits, and Benjamin Ginsberg as Class II directors for terms expiring in 2029.

• Ratification of Forvis Mazars, LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026 is proposed.

• Approval is sought for electronic distribution of annual reports and other communications.

• Voting can be done online, by phone, or by mail, with detailed instructions provided.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of nine members divided into three staggered classes, with a majority being independent.

• All audit, compensation, and nominating/governance committee members are independent.

• The board regularly reviews governance policies and has a robust code of conduct and ethics.

• Simon Lee serves as Chairperson; committee chairs are Charles D. Brown (Audit), Kimberly White (Compensation), and Kathleen L. Casey (Nominating/Governance).

• The board and committees met regularly in 2025, with all directors attending at least 75% of meetings.