World Acceptance (WRLD) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2024 Annual Meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024, with shareholders voting on director elections, executive compensation, and auditor ratification.

• Shareholders of record as of July 10, 2024, are eligible to vote, with a majority required for most proposals.

• The Board recommends voting in favor of all proposals, including the election of seven directors, approval of executive compensation, and ratification of RSM US LLP as auditor.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing seven directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, and ratification of RSM US LLP as independent auditor.

• Directors are elected by plurality; executive compensation and auditor ratification require a majority of votes cast.

• Broker non-votes and abstentions are not counted as votes cast and have no effect on outcomes.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2025 meeting by specified deadlines and procedures.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board consists of seven nominees, with a majority being independent as per NASDAQ standards.

• Board leadership is separated between an independent Chairman and the CEO.

• Committees include Audit and Compliance, Compensation and Stock Option, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, all composed of independent directors.

• The Board has a diversity policy and annual self-assessment process.

• Directors are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings and the Annual Meeting.