Darden Restaurants (DRI) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026, with virtual participation available.

• Shareholders are invited to vote on key proposals, including director elections and executive compensation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of nine director nominees to serve until the next annual meeting.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) is on the agenda.

• Ratification of KPMG LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending May 30, 2027.

• Shareholder proposal to require board review and disclosure if a director receives less than 80% support in uncontested elections, with board recommending a vote against.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Nine director nominees are listed for election, including Margaret Shân Atkins, Ricardo Cardenas, and others.