Virtus Investment Partners (VRTS) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026, with shareholders voting on director elections, auditor ratification, and executive compensation.

• Shareholders of record as of March 27, 2026, are eligible to vote, with 6,682,055 shares outstanding.

• Proxy materials are primarily distributed electronically, with options for mail or in-person voting.

• Forward-looking statements caution about risks and uncertainties affecting future results.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will elect seven directors for one-year terms, ratify Deloitte as auditor for 2026, and approve executive compensation in an advisory vote.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees, auditor ratification, and executive compensation.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by December 8, 2026, to be included in the proxy.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of a majority of independent directors, with three standing committees: Audit, Compensation, and Governance.

• Annual board and committee self-evaluations are conducted, including third-party facilitation.

• Board leadership is separated, with an independent Chairman and CEO roles.

• Corporate Governance Guidelines and Code of Conduct are in place and available online.