Research Solutions (RSSS) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual Meeting scheduled for November 16, 2026, will be held virtually, allowing shareholders to vote and ask questions online.

• Shareholders will vote on electing six directors, ratifying the appointment of Wipfli LLP as auditor, and a non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation.

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

• Record date for voting eligibility is September 17, 2026, with 33,762,669 shares outstanding.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include election of six directors, auditor ratification, and a say-on-pay advisory vote.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholders can submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by June 4, 2027, and must comply with universal proxy rules for director nominations.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of six members, with five deemed independent under Nasdaq rules.

• Three standing committees: Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Governance, each with defined charters and responsibilities.

• Board leadership is split between CEO/Chairman and Lead Independent Director to enhance governance.

• Directors attended at least 75% of meetings in fiscal 2026.