American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for September 28, 2026, with virtual attendance available for shareholders.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by September 27, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of seven directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting or until successors are qualified.

• Ratification of Grant Thornton LLP as independent registered public accountant for fiscal year ending April 30, 2027.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for fiscal year 2026 (say-on-pay).

• Advisory vote on the frequency of future say-on-pay votes (say-on-frequency), with a recommendation for annual votes.

• Provision for other business to be addressed as may properly come before the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Seven nominees listed for election to the board, each recommended by the board.