Zevia PBC (ZVIA) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting will be held virtually on June 10, 2026, with voting open to stockholders of record as of April 15, 2026.

• Stockholders will vote on the election of two Class II directors and the ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent auditor for 2026.

• Proxy materials are distributed primarily online to reduce costs and environmental impact.

• The company is a Delaware public benefit corporation and a certified B Corporation, emphasizing health, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposal 1: Election of two Class II director nominees, Suzanne S. Ginestro and David J. Lee, for three-year terms.

• Proposal 2: Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.

• The board recommends voting FOR both proposals.

• Stockholders may submit proposals or director nominations for the 2027 meeting by specified deadlines.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of seven members, with a staggered three-class structure phasing out in 2027 for annual elections.

• Majority of directors and all committee members are independent under NYSE standards.

• Board committees include Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Enterprise Risk Management, each with defined responsibilities.

• The roles of Chair and CEO are separated; Andy Ruben serves as Chair, Amy E. Taylor as CEO.

• Directors are subject to stock ownership guidelines and annual evaluations.