Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for October 20, 2026, at corporate headquarters in Cleveland, OH at 9:00 AM ET.

• Proxy materials, including the annual report and proxy statement, are available online for review and voting.

• Shareholders can vote electronically until October 19, 2026, or request paper materials by October 9, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of three directors: Robert J. Pagano, Jr., Neil A. Schrimsher, and Pamela J. Tomczik.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for named executive officers.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.

• Board recommends voting FOR all nominees and proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board of Directors has nominated three individuals for election at the annual meeting.