Southern Missouri Bancorp (SMBC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for October 26, 2026, to elect directors, hold a say-on-pay vote, and ratify the independent auditor appointment.

• Shareholders can vote by internet, phone, mail, or in person; record date is September 4, 2026.

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

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Three directors nominated for election to three-year terms; board size reduced from eleven to ten.

• Advisory (non-binding) vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay).

• Ratification of Forvis Mazars, LLP as independent auditors for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.

• Shareholder proposals for the next annual meeting must be received by May 24, 2027, for inclusion in proxy materials.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board held 12 regular and 2 special meetings in fiscal 2026; all directors attended at least 75% of meetings.

• Majority of directors are independent per NASDAQ standards; board diversity and refreshment are emphasized.

• Board leadership combines CEO and Chairman roles, with a lead independent director designated.

• Board committees include Audit, Compensation, and Nominating, each with defined charters and responsibilities.