BIC: Combined Shareholders’ Meeting and Board of Directors of Société BIC of May 20th, 2025

Corporate Governance - Edouard Bich has been appointed as Non-Executive Chair of the Board, while Gonzalve Bich's term as Chief Executive Officer has been renewed [3][4] - Esther Gaide has been nominated as Lead Independent Director, Chair of the Audit Committee, and member of the Remuneration Committee [4][8] - The Board of Directors has decided to appoint a Lead Independent Director to strengthen governance and prevent potential conflicts of interest, in light of the Bich family's intention to hold 6 out of 10 Board seats [4] Financial Resolutions - The Combined Shareholders' Meeting approved the distribution of an ordinary dividend of €3.08 per share [6] - The statutory and consolidated accounts for the fiscal year 2024 were approved [6] - Various authorizations were granted to the Board of Directors, including share repurchase and capital increase for stock ownership plans [6] Company Overview - BIC is a global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, with a presence in over 160 countries and more than 13,000 employees [11] - The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and education, and is listed on Euronext Paris [11]