The Vita Coco Company (COCO) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on June 3, 2026, with shareholders able to vote online or by proxy on key proposals.

• Shareholders of record as of April 7, 2026, are entitled to vote; 56,983,327 shares are outstanding.

• The meeting will address director elections, auditor ratification, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• The company operates as a Delaware public benefit corporation and is a Certified B Corporation, emphasizing ESG and stakeholder impact.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing three Class II directors (Shelley Broader, Michael Kirban, Kenneth Sadowsky) for terms expiring 2029.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026.

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

• No other business is expected, but proxies may vote on unforeseen matters.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be submitted by December 24, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board is divided into three staggered classes; after the meeting, it will have nine members.

• Board diversity matrix shows 3 women and 7 men, with one African American/Black director.

• Board committees: Audit, Compensation, Nominating & ESG, each with defined charters and independent members.

• Board and committee self-assessments and director orientation are conducted annually.

• Stock ownership guidelines require executives and directors to hold significant equity.