Darden Restaurants (DRI) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting held virtually for accessibility, with instructions for voting and Q&A provided.

• Board of directors and key management introduced, including audit representatives.

Board and executive committee updates

• All current directors nominated for re-election and present at the meeting.

• Management team members and audit partners also in attendance.

Shareholder proposals

• Shareholder proposal to review and disclose findings when a director receives less than 80% support was presented.

• Proponent's statement acknowledged, with reference to proxy materials for details.

• Board's opposition to the proposal was noted.