Shareholders to Vote on 4.9% Stock Incentive Plan Increase and Executive Compensation

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BARRETT BUSINESS SERVICES INC filed its definitive proxy statement for the June 1, 2026 annual meeting, seeking shareholder approval for a 4.9% increase in its stock incentive plan, election of directors, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

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• Proposed Stock Incentive Plan Increase

  Shareholders will vote on a proposal to increase the number of shares available for awards under the 2020 Stock Incentive Plan by 1,200,000 shares. This increase represents approximately 4.9% of the company's outstanding common stock as of April 6, 2026, and would bring the total authorized shares under the plan to 4,100,000.

• Executive Compensation Program Review

  The filing details the executive compensation for 2025, including CEO Gary E. Kramer's total compensation of $5,002,291 and a CEO pay ratio of 43 to 1. Shareholders will hold an advisory 'Say-on-Pay' vote on the executive compensation program.

• Director Elections

  Nine directors are nominated for re-election to serve until the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders.

• Auditor Ratification

  The selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, is presented for shareholder ratification.

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This definitive proxy statement outlines key proposals for the upcoming annual meeting, with the most significant being the request to increase the share reserve for the 2020 Stock Incentive Plan by 1.2 million shares. This increase represents approximately 4.9% of the company's outstanding common stock, which, if approved, would authorize substantial future equity awards for employees and directors. While dilutive, such plans are common for talent retention and alignment of interests. The company's strong financial performance in 2025, as noted in recent filings, provides a positive backdrop for this compensation strategy. Shareholders will also cast an advisory vote on executive compensation, which historically has received high approval, and ratify the independent auditors.