• Upbound published its 2025 annual report alongside its 2026 proxy materials, setting out recent leadership changes and strategic priorities.
• Fahmi Karam continued as chief executive officer following his appointment on June 1, 2025, replacing Mitchell Fadel, who resigned with no reported disputes.
• Board maintained independent chair structure with Jeffrey Brown as chairman, separating oversight from day-to-day management.
• Executive incentives remained tied to operating performance and shareholder returns, using Adjusted EBITDA and segment revenue for annual bonuses while long-term awards used relative total shareholder return.
• Stockholders will vote June 2, 2026 on director elections, auditor ratification, executive pay advisory items, and adoption of a 2026 long-term incentive plan.

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