Vital Energy (VTLE) Proxy Filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of three Class III directors for a three-year term, with nominees William E. Albrecht, Frances Powell Hawes, and John Driver recommended by the board.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.

• Advisory vote to approve the compensation of named executive officers.

• Other business may be addressed as appropriate during the meeting or any adjournment.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends all three director nominees for election to serve a three-year term.

Executive compensation and say-on-pay

• Advisory vote scheduled to approve the compensation of named executive officers, with board recommendation in favor.