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October 13, 2017
Dear Arconic Shareholders:
You are cordially invited to attend a Special Meeting of Shareholders of Arconic Inc. (“Arconic” or the “Company”) to be held on November 30, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., local time, at the offices of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019.
At the special meeting, we will ask you to consider and vote on a proposal to approve the merger (the “Reincorporation Merger”) of the Company with a newly formed direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company incorporated in Delaware (“Arconic Delaware”) in order to effect the change of the Company’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware (the “Reincorporation”); a proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the certificate of incorporation of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) will not contain any supermajority voting requirements; and a proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.
The proxy statement attached to this letter provides you with information about the proposed Reincorporation and related governance changes. Please read the entire proxy statement carefully. You may obtain additional information about Arconic from documents we file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Whether or not you plan to attend the special meeting in person, please complete, sign, date and return promptly the enclosed proxy card or voting instruction form. If you hold shares through a bank, broker or other nominee, you should follow the procedures provided by your bank, broker or nominee to provide voting instructions.
Your vote is very important. We look forward to seeing you on November 30, 2017.
Sincerely,
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NOTICE OF 2017 SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS AND PROXY STATEMENTLetter to Our Shareholders
The SpecialDear Howmet Aerospace Shareholders:
We are pleased to invite you to attend the 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of ArconicHowmet Aerospace Inc. to be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. This year’s Annual Meeting will be held in a virtual format through a live webcast.
We believe hosting a virtual Annual Meeting enables greater shareholder attendance and participation from any location around the world, improves meeting efficiency and our ability to communicate effectively with our shareholders, and reduces the cost and environmental impact of the Annual Meeting. You will be able to attend and participate in the Annual Meeting online, vote your shares electronically and submit questions during the live webcast of the meeting by visiting www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022 and entering your 16-digit control number.
We are pleased to present you with our 2022 Proxy Statement, which represents our continuing commitment to transparency, good governance and performance-based executive compensation, and reflects the input we have received during dialogue with our investors. At the Annual Meeting, shareholders will electronically vote on the matters set forth in the 2022 Proxy Statement and accompanying notice of the annual meeting. We encourage you to read the proxy statement prior to the Annual Meeting. Highlights of the detailed information included in the proxy statement can be found in the “Proxy Summary” starting on page 1.
Your vote is very important to us. Whether or not you will attend and participate in the Annual Meeting, we hope that your shares are represented and voted. In advance of the meeting on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, please cast your vote through the internet, by telephone or by mail. Instructions on how to vote are found in the section entitled “Questions and Answers About the Meeting and Voting—How Do I Vote My Shares” on page 64.
Thank you for being a shareholder of Howmet Aerospace. On behalf of the Board of Directors and employees of the company, we appreciate your continued support.
Sincerely,
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John C. Plant
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Notice of 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
9:00 a.m. Eastern Time
Virtual Meeting
www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022
The 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Howmet Aerospace Inc. (“Arconic”Howmet Aerospace” or the “Company”) will be held virtually via live webcast on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at the offices of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019 on November 30, 2017, at 10:9:00 a.m., local time. Holders Eastern Time at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. There will be no physical in-person meeting.
Shareholders of record of ArconicHowmet Aerospace common stock atas of the close of business on October 5, 2017, the record date for the special meeting (the “record date”),March 29, 2022 are entitled to vote at the special meeting. Shareholders will be able to virtually attend the Annual Meeting, vote their shares electronically and submit questions during the live webcast of the meeting by visiting www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022 and entering their 16-digit control number. Voting now at www.proxyvote.com will ensure your representation at the Annual Meeting regardless of whether you participate in our live webcast. If you have already voted, there is no need to vote again unless you wish to change your vote.
The specialpurposes of the meeting will be held for the following purposes:are:
1.
to vote onelect 10 directors to serve a proposal one-year term expiring at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders;
2.
to approveratify the merger (the “Reincorporation Merger”)appointment of the Company with a newly formed direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company incorporated in Delaware (“Arconic Delaware”) in order to effect the change ofPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware (the “Reincorporation”);independent registered public accounting firm for 2022;
2.3.
to vote on a proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the certificate of incorporation of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) will not contain any supermajority voting requirements;executive compensation;
3.4.
to vote on a shareholder proposal to approve, onregarding an advisory basis, thatindependent Board Chairman, if properly presented at the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate;meeting; and
4.5.
to transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
You will need an admission ticket if you planFor further information about how to attendparticipate in the special meeting. Pleasemeeting via live webcast, and how to submit questions and vote your shares during the live webcast, please see the questionsQuestions and answersAnswers About the Meeting and Voting section of the proxy statement for instructions on howstatement. A complete list of shareholders entitled to obtain an admission ticket.
Your vote is important. Whether or not you plan to attend the special meeting in person, please vote by completing, signing, dating and returning the enclosed proxy card or voting instruction form as soon as possible to ensure your representation at the special meeting. Promptly voting your sharesmeeting will ensure a quorum and save Arconicbe available for examination during the expense of further solicitation.meeting at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022.
On behalf of Arconic’sHowmet Aerospace’s Board of Directors,
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Katherine Hargrove RamundoLola F. Lin
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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Proxy Statement
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF
PROXY MATERIALS FOR
THE SPECIALANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 30, 2017MAY 25, 2022
The Notice of Special2022 Annual Meeting andof Shareholders, Proxy Statement isand 2021 Annual Report are available at
www.ReadMaterial.com/ARNCwww.proxyvote.com.
The Board of Directors of ArconicHowmet Aerospace Inc. (“Arconic”Howmet Aerospace” or the “Company”) is providing this proxy statement in connection with the SpecialHowmet Aerospace’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on November 30, 2017,Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 10:9:00 a.m., local time, Eastern Time via live webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. Shareholders may attend the offices of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019,virtual meeting, vote their shares and at any adjournment or postponement thereof.submit questions during the meeting by visiting www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. There will be no physical in-person meeting.
Proxy materials or a Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials (the “Notice”) are being first released to shareholders on or about October 16, 2017.April 8, 2022. In accordance with the rules and regulations adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), instead of mailing a printed copy of the Company’s proxy materials to each shareholder of record, Arconicthe Company may furnish proxy materials by providing access to those documents on the Internet.internet. The Notice contains instructions on how to access our proxy materials and vote online, or in the alternative, request a paper copy of the proxy materials and a proxy card. Shareholders who do not receive the Notice will continue to receive either a paper or an electronic copy of our proxy materials.
Forward-Looking Statements.   This proxy statement contains statements that relate to future events and expectations and as such constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include those containing such words as “anticipates,” “believes,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “goal,” “guidance,” “intends,” “may,” “outlook,” “plans,” “projects,” “seeks,” “sees,” “should,” “targets,” “will,” “would,” or other words of similar meaning. All statements that reflect the Company’s expectations, assumptions or projections about the future, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements and outlook relating to the condition of end markets; future financial or operating performance; the Company’s strategies, and business and financial prospects; and expectations relating to environmental, social or governance matters. These statements reflect beliefs and assumptions that are based on the Company’s perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors the Company believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by these statements. Such risks and uncertainties include the risk factors summarized in the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. Howmet Aerospace disclaims any intention or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether in response to new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
Website References.   No websites that are cited or referred to in this proxy statement shall be deemed to form a part of, or to be incorporated by reference into, this proxy statement or any of our filings with the SEC.
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Table of Contents
 Letter to Our Shareholders
 NOTICE OF 2022 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS.
 PROXY STATEMENT
 Proxy Summary
 Voting Matters and Board Recommendations
 How to Vote Your Shares
 2021 Financial and Operating Highlights
 Director Nominees
 Environmental, Social and Governance Highlights
 Executive Compensation Highlights
 Item 1 Election of Directors
 Summary of Director Diversity and Attributes
 Director Nominees
 Nominating Board Candidates−Procedures and Director Qualifications
 Director Compensation
 Director Fees
 Directors’ Alignment with Shareholders
 2021 Director Compensation
 Environmental and Social Responsibility
 Corporate Governance
 The Structure and Role of the Board of Directors
 Committees of the Board
 Board Meetings and Attendance
 Director Orientation and Continuing Education
 Board, Committee and Director Evaluations
 Shareholder Engagement
 Communications with Directors
 Director Independence
 Voting for Directors
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 Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
 Compensation Consultants
 Recovery of Incentive Compensation
 Business Conduct Policies and Code of Ethics
 Our Corporate Governance Documents
 Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance
 Howmet Aerospace Stock Ownership
 Stock Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners
 Stock Ownership of Directors and Executive Officers
 Item 2 Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
 Report of the Audit Committee
 Audit and Non-Audit Fees
 Item 3 Advisory Approval of Executive Compensation
 Compensation Committee Report
 Executive Compensation
 Compensation Discussion and Analysis
 2021 Summary Compensation Table
 2021 Grants of Plan-Based Awards
 2021 Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End
 2021 Option Exercises and Stock Vested
 2021 Pension Benefits
 2021 Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
 Potential Payments Upon Termination or Change in Control
 2021 CEO Pay Ratio
 Item 4 Shareholder Proposal
 Questions and Answers About the Meeting and Voting
 Information regarding the Virtual Annual Meeting Format
 Attachments70
Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures for Audit and Non-Audit Services70
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HOWMET AEROSPACE | 2022 PROXY SUMMARYSTATEMENT   ​
Proxy Summary
We provide below highlights of certain information in this Proxy Statement. As it is only a summary, please refer to the complete Proxy Statement and the 2021 Annual Report of Howmet Aerospace Inc. before you vote.
2017 SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
TimeDate and Date:Time:10:00 a.m., local time, November 30, 2017Record Date and Voting:
Place:
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
9:00 a.m. Eastern Time
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019
Record Date:October 5, 2017
Voting:Shareholders
March 29, 2022
Howmet Aerospace shareholders as of the record date are entitled to vote. Each share of Arconic common stock is entitled to one vote for each of the proposalson all matters to be voted on. As of March 29, 2022, the record date for the Annual Meeting, there were 417,622,524 shares of common stock outstanding and expected to be entitled to vote at the 2022 Annual Meeting. There are no other securities of the Company outstanding and entitled to vote at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Admission:Virtual Meeting—Live Webcast:
An admission ticket is required to attend Arconic’s special meeting. See Question 5 in the www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022
Additional Information: Please see Questions and Answers About the Special Meeting and VotingVoting” on page 64 and ” section regarding how to obtain a ticket.“Information Regarding the Virtual Annual Meeting Format” on page 69 for more deatails.
How to Cast Your Vote
Your vote is important! Please cast your vote.
Shareholders of record, who hold shares registered in their names, can vote by:
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mail
return the signed
proxy card
The deadline for voting online or by telephone is 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 30, 2017. If you vote by mail, your proxy card must be received before the special meeting. If you hold shares in an Arconic savings plan, your voting instructions must be received by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 28, 2017.
Beneficial owners, who own shares through a bank, brokerage firm or other financial institution, can vote by returning the voting instruction form, or by following the instructions for voting via telephone or the Internet, as provided by the bank, broker or other organization. If you own shares in different accounts or in more than one name, you may receive different voting instructions for each type of ownership. Please vote all your shares.
If you are a shareholder of record or a beneficial owner who has a legal proxy to vote the shares, you may choose to vote in person at the special meeting. Even if you plan to attend our special meeting in person, please cast your vote as soon as possible.
See the “Questions and Answers About the Special Meeting and Voting” section for more details.
Voting Matters and Board Recommendations
The Board of Directors recommends that you vote as follows:
Voting MattersBoard’sUnanimous Board
Recommendation
Item 1.A proposalPage Reference
(for more detail)
Item 1.
Election of 10 Directors to approveService a One-Year Term Expiring at the Reincorporation Merger with Arconic Delaware in order to effect the Reincorporation.2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
FOR
Item 2.
FOR Each Nominee
A proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the certificate of incorporation of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) will not contain any supermajority voting requirements.FOR
Item 3.2.
Ratification of Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for 2022
A proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.
FOR
Item 3.
Advisory Vote to Approve Executive Compensation
FOR
Item 4.
Shareholder Proposal regarding an Independent Board Chairman
AGAINST
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How to Vote Your Shares
Shareholders of Record or Registered Shareholders and Howmet Aerospace Savings Plan participants can vote by:
By InternetBy PhoneBy MailAt the Annual Meeting
www.proxyvote.com
1-800-690-6903
Toll-free from the U.S.,
U.S. Territories or Canada
Mark, Sign, Date and Return your proxy card or voting instruction form in the enclosed envelope.Attend the 2022 Annual Meeting online. See page 64 for instructions on how to attend and vote online.
Additional Information: Please see the “Questions and Answers About the Meeting and Voting” on page 64 and “Information regarding the Virtual Annual Meeting Format” on page 69 for more details.
Beneficial Owners of Shares, who own shares through a bank, brokerage firm or other financial institution, can vote by returning the voting instruction form, or by following the instructions for voting via telephone or the internet, as provided by the bank, broker or other organization.
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ARCONIC INC.
Proxy Summary (continued)
2021 Financial and Operating Highlights
Howmet Aerospace is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and airframe structural components necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace’s technological capabilities support the innovation and growth of next-generation aerospace programs. Its differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft and commercial trucks to operate with a lower carbon footprint and support more sustainable air and ground transportation.
Howmet Aerospace has operations in 20 countries. The Company produces products that are used primarily in the aerospace (commercial and defense), commercial transportation, and industrial and other markets. Howmet Aerospace has four reportable segments, which are organized by product on a worldwide basis: Engine Products, Fastening Systems, Engineered Structures and Forged Wheels.
(in millions, except per share amounts)
2021
Sales$ 4,972
Operating income$748
Operating income excluding special items*$866
Income from continuing operations after income taxes$258
Income from continuing operations excluding special items*$442
Total assets$ 10,219
Total liabilities$6,711
Common stock outstanding (on December 31)422
Per common share data
Diluted earnings per share (continuing operations)$0.59
Diluted earnings per share excluding special items*$1.01
*
See “Attachment C—Calculation of Financial Measures” for the reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP (accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America) measures.
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Director Nominees
Name and Professional
Background
AgeHWM
Director
Since
IndependentCommittee
Memberships
Other Current
Public Company
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James F. Albaugh
Former President and Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company
712017
Lead Director
Audit; Governance and Nominating
American Airlines Group Inc.
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Amy E. Alving
Former Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Leidos Holdings, Inc.
592018
Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee (Chair); Governance and Nominating (Chair)
DXC Technology Company;
Federal National Mortgage Association
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Sharon R. Barner
Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and Corporate Secretary and Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Cummins Inc.
642021
Governance and Nominating
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Joseph S. Cantie
Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, ZF TRW
582020
Audit; Compensation and Benefits;
Finance
Summit Materials, Inc.;
Top Build Corporation
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Robert F. Leduc
Former President of Pratt & Whitney Company Inc.
662020
Compensation and Benefits (Chair)
AAR Corporation;
JetBlue Airways Corporation
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David J. Miller
Equity Partner and Senior Portfolio Manager, Elliott Management Corporation
432017
Finance
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Jody G. Miller
Co-Chief Executive Officer, Business Talent Group
642020
Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee; Governance and NominatingLKQ Corporation
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Nicole W. Piasecki
Former Vice President and General Manager, Propulsion Systems Division, Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company
602020
Compensation and Benefits; Cybersecurity Advisory SubcommitteeWeyerhauser Co.
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John C. Plant
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Howmet Aerospace Inc.
682016
Jabil Circuit Corporation;
Masco Corporation
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Ulrich R. Schmidt
Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Spirit Aerosystems Holdings, Inc.
722016
Audit (Chair);
Finance (Chair)
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Proxy Summary (continued)
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Highlights
Howmet Aerospace is committed to improving our environmental footprint, creating a work environment where all employees can thrive, investing in the communities where we operate, and maintaining good governance practices.

Commitment to Good Corporate Citizenship
The Company has a longstanding commitment to good corporate citizenship. The Board oversees and provides guidance to management on the Company’s ESG programs, initiatives and objectives, including corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, health and safety, and diversity and inclusion.

Environmental and Social Responsibility
ESG has the full attention of the organization at every level. Key ESG metrics are reviewed on a regular basis, including quarterly updates with the CEO and senior leadership, and ESG goals and plans are reviewed at least annually.

Shareholder Engagement
Our directors and executive officers value direct and recurring engagement with our shareholders as part of our continuing efforts to create shareholder value, to refine our corporate governance practices and to address any shareholder concerns.

Proxy Access
Shareholders may nominate director candidates to Howmet Aerospace’s Board and include those nominees in Howmet Aerospace’s proxy statement in accordance with the Company’s Bylaws.

Shareholders’ Right to Call Special Meetings
Shareholders are permitted to call special meetings in accordance with the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws.

Shareholders’ Action by Written Consent
Shareholders may act by written consent in accordance with the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws.

Annual Election of Directors
The Board of Directors is not a classified board; each director is elected annually for a one-year term.

No Supermajority Voting Requirements
The Certificate of Incorporation does not contain any provisions that require a supermajority vote of shareholders.

Strong Independent Lead Director
The Board recognizes that in circumstances where the positions of Chairman and CEO are combined, a strong and independent Lead Director with a clearly defined role and set of responsibilities is paramount for constructive and effective leadership. Howmet Aerospace’s independent Lead Director has a clear mandate and significant authority and responsibilities.
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Proxy Summary (continued)
Executive Compensation Highlights
The Compensation Discussion and Analysis section includes a discussion of the Company’s compensation philosophy and design and 2021 compensation decisions.
Howmet Aerospace’s executive compensation philosophy to provide pay for performance and shareholder alignment underlies our 2021 compensation structure, which is designed based on four guiding principles:

Make equity long-term incentive (LTI) compensation the most significant portion of total compensation for senior executives and managers, increasing alignment between our executive’s incentives and shareholder value.

Choose annual incentive compensation (IC) metrics that focus management’s actions on achieving the greatest positive impact on Howmet Aerospace’s financial performance and that include a means to assess and motivate performance relative to peers.

Set annual IC targets that challenge management to achieve continuous improvement in performance and deliver long-term growth.

Target the market median for our executive compensation packages, while providing the opportunity to earn above-market pay for strong performance, and also allowing for the flexibility to provide additional compensation for retention purposes as it relates to special circumstances or unique leadership talent and the need to ensure continued Company success.
We are committed to executive compensation practices that drive performance, mitigate risk and align the interests of our leadership team with the interests of our shareholders. Best practices in 2021 generally include:
WHAT WE DOWHAT WE DON'T DO

Pay for Performance

Robust Stock Ownership Guidelines

Double-Trigger Change-in-Control Provisions

Active Engagement with Shareholders

Independent Compensation Consultant

Conservative Risk Profile

Claw-Back Policy

No Guaranteed Bonuses

No Parachute Tax Gross-Ups

No Short Sales, Derivative Transactions or Hedging

No Dividends on Unvested Equity Awards

No Share Recycling or Option Repricing

No Significant Perquisites

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Item 1 Election of Directors
Howmet Aerospace’s Board of Directors comprises 10 members, led by Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John C. Plant, and independent Lead Director James F. Albaugh.
The Board of Directors, upon the recommendation of the Governance and Nominating Committee, has nominated 10 incumbent directors to stand for re-election to the Board for a one-year term expiring on the date of the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders: James F. Albaugh, Amy E. Alving, Sharon R. Barner, Joseph S. Cantie, Robert F. Leduc, David J. Miller, Jody G. Miller, Nicole W. Piasecki, John C. Plant, and Ulrich R. Schmidt. Each of the 10 director nominees was elected by shareholders at the 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
The Board of Directors has affirmatively determined that each of the 10 director nominees qualifies for election under the Company’s criteria for evaluation of directors (see “Minimum Qualifications for Director Nominees and Board Member Attributes” on page 14). Included in each nominee’s biography below is a description of the qualifications, experience, attributes and skills of such nominee.
In addition, the Board of Directors has determined that each director nominee, except Mr. Plant (due to Mr. Plant’s role as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer), qualifies as an independent director under New York Stock Exchange corporate governance listing standards and the Company’s Director Independence Standards. See “Director Independence” on page 30.
If any of the Board’s nominees is unable to serve or for good cause will not serve as a director, the Board of Directors may reduce its size or choose a substitute nominee. If any substitute nominees are designated, we will file an amended proxy statement that, as applicable, identifies the substitute nominees, discloses that such nominees have consented to being named in the revised proxy statement and to serve if elected, and includes certain biographical and other information about such nominees required by SEC rules.
The Board of Directors recommends that you vote FOR the election of each of Mmes. Alving, Barner, Miller and Piasecki and Messrs. Albaugh, Cantie, Leduc, Miller, Plant, and Schmidt.
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Item 1 Election of Directors (continued)
Summary of Director Diversity and Attributes
A diverse board encompassing a variety of skills, experiences and viewpoints contributes to the collective strength and effectiveness of the Board of Directors. Among the factors considered in nominating a director candidate or incumbent director is the extent to which the individual will contribute to the diversity of the Board. When evaluating potential director nominees, the Governance and Nominating Committee considers a broad range of diversity, including diversity with respect to professional experience, skills and background, as well as diversity of gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation and identity.
Our Board comprises a diversity of experience that spans a broad range of industries, including the aerospace, transportation and finance sectors, and a wide variety of skills, qualifications and viewpoints that strengthens the Board’s ability to carry out its oversight role on behalf of our shareholders. Director nominees are well-suited to oversee the Company’s global operations and evolving business strategy. The skills matrix below is a summary of the range of skills and experiences that each director nominee brings to the Board.
Skills and ExperienceAlbaughAlvingBarnerCantieLeducD MillerJ MillerPiaseckiPlantSchmidt
Leadership
Industry
Global Experience
Finance
Strategy and Business Development
Risk Oversight/Management
Human Capital
Innovation and Intellectual Property
Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Corporate Governance
Legal, Regulatory and Government Contracting
Environmental, Social and Corporate Responsibility
Howmet Aerospace Director Since 2017201820212020202020172020202020162016
50/50 Women on Boards 3+ Designation: In 2021, our Board received the “3+” designation from 50/50 Women on Boards for having three or more women on its board. 50/50 Women on Boards is the leading global education and advocacy campaign driving the movement toward diverse, gender-balanced corporate boards.
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Director Nominees
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Albaugh was President and Chief Executive Officer of The Boeing Company’s (“Boeing”) Commercial Airplanes business unit from 2009 – 2012. Prior to holding that position, Mr. Albaugh was President and Chief Executive Officer of Boeing’s Integrated Defense Systems business unit from 2002 – 2009. He joined Boeing in 1975 and held various other executive positions prior to 2002, including President and Chief Executive of Space and Communications and President of Space Transportation. Mr. Albaugh was a member of Boeing’s Executive Council from 1998 – 2012. In addition, he was a senior advisor to Perella Weinberg Partners, a global advisory and asset management firm from 2016 – 2018. Previously, Mr. Albaugh was a senior advisor to The Blackstone Group L.P. from 2012 – 2016.
Other Public Company Directorships:
Current: American Airlines Group Inc.
Previous: Goldman Sachs Acquisition Holdings (2018 – 2020); Harris Corporation (2016 – 2019); B/E Aerospace, Inc. (2014 – 2017); TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (2006 – 2015).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Board of Directors, Aloft Aeroarchitects (formerly PATS Aerospace) and Belcan Corporation; Chairman, National Aeronautic Association; Board of Trustees, Willamette University and the Columbia University School of Engineering; elected member of the International Academy of Aeronautics and the National Academy of Engineering; Senior Advisor, Industrial Development Funding, LLC.
Previous: President, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics; Chairman, Aerospace Industries Association; Member, Air Force Association and Association of the United States Army.
Attributes and Skills: Mr. Albaugh’s executive leadership experience in the aerospace and airline industry, including his experience with complex systems, contracts and governmental oversight, as well as his accounting and financial literacy and public company board and corporate governance experience, enables him to provide valuable insight and perspectives to the Board.
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Amy E. Alving
Age: 59
Director Since: 2018
Committees:

Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee (Chair);

Governance and Nominating Committee (Chair)
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Ms. Alving is the former Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Leidos Holdings, Inc. (formerly Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)), one of the nation’s top defense sector providers of hardware, software and services, where she worked from 2005 – 2013. From 2007 – 2013, she was SAIC’s Chief Technology Officer, stepping down when the company separated into two smaller companies. As the company’s senior technologist, she was responsible for the creation, communication and implementation of SAIC’s technical and scientific vision and strategy. Prior to joining SAIC, Ms. Alving was the director of the Special Projects Office (SPO) at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) until 2005, where she was a member of the federal Senior Executive Service. Prior to her time at DARPA, Ms. Alving was a White House Fellow for the Department of Commerce serving as a senior technical advisor to the Deputy Secretary of Commerce from 1997 – 1998. Ms. Alving was an aerospace engineering professor at the University of Minnesota from 1990 – 1997.
Other Public Company Directorships:
Current: DXC Technology Company; Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae).
Previous: Howmet Aerospace (then named Arconic Inc.) (November 2016 – May 2017); Pall Corporation (since acquired by Danaher Corporation) (2010 – 2015).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Member, Air Force Scientific Advisory Board; Member, Council on Foreign Relations; Board of Trustees, Princeton University.
Previous: Member, Defense Science Board.
Attributes and Skills: Ms. Alving is a technology leader whose career spans business, government and academia. She has been the Chief Technology Officer of one of the largest U.S. defense contractors; has led a major element of the military’s research and development enterprise; and has been a tenured faculty member carrying out original research at a major university. Ms. Alving brings to the Board extensive innovation and technology experience across multiple sectors that will help the Company innovate and grow.
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Sharon R. Barner
Age: 64
Director since: 2021
Committee:

Governance and Nominating Committee
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Ms. Barner is currently Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and Corporate Secretary and Interim Chief Human Resources Officer of Cummins Inc., a global power train and power solutions leader. She previously served as Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary from 2012 – March 2021.
Prior to joining Cummins, from 2009 – 2011, Ms. Barner served as Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Deputy Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, where she was responsible for patent and trademark operations. From 1996 – 2009, Ms. Barner practiced law at Foley & Lardner LLP where she held a number of leadership roles, including as a member of its Executive Management Committee, chair of its Intellectual Property Department, and chair of its Chicago Intellectual Property practice area.
Other Public Company Directorships:
Previous: Walker Innovations Inc. (2015 – 2018).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Board of Directors, Eskenazi Health Foundation; Board of Trustees, Foundation for Advancement of Diversity in Intellectual Property Law; Board of Trustees, Syracuse University.
Previous: Board of Directors, Association of Corporate Counsel.
Attributes and Skills: With more than 30 years of experience, Ms. Barner is an international business leader and lawyer who has assisted public and privately held technology, automotive and life sciences companies in protecting and growing their businesses worldwide. Her legal background, intellectual property knowledge and recognized leadership bring valuable insight and perspectives to the Board.
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Joseph S. Cantie
Age: 58
Director since: 2020
Committees:
Audit Committee;

Compensation and Benefits Committee;

Finance Committee
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Cantie is the former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of ZF TRW, a division of ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF), a position he held from 2015 – 2016. Mr. Cantie previously served in the same roles for TRW Automotive Holdings Corporation from 2003 until the company was acquired by ZF in 2015. From 2001 – 2003, Mr. Cantie was Vice President, Finance for the automotive business of TRW Inc. Mr. Cantie also served as Vice President, Investor Relations for TRW Inc. from 1999 – 2001. From 1996 – 1999, Mr. Cantie served in several executive positions with LucasVarity PLC, including serving as Vice President and Controller. He began his career at KPMG as a certified public accountant.
Other Public Directorships:
Current: Summit Materials, Inc.; TopBuild Corporation.
Previous: Delphi Automotive PLC (2015 – 2017); Delphi Technologies PLC (2017 – 2020).
Attributes and Skills: As a seasoned financial executive with years of global public company experience, Mr. Cantie brings valuable expertise in enterprise risk management, automotive supply, and leadership to the Board.
Mr. Cantie qualifies as an audit committee financial expert.
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Robert F. Leduc
Age: 66
Director since: 2020
Committee:

Compensation and Benefits Committee (Chair)
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Leduc is the former President of Pratt & Whitney, a role he held from 2016 – February 2020. Mr. Leduc previously held a number of senior executive roles over 38 years at United Technologies Corporation, including President of Sikorsky in 2015. He began his career in aerospace engineering at Pratt & Whitney, holding roles of increasing leadership responsibility in program management, strategy and customer support, including serving as Senior Vice President, Engine Programs & Customer Support from 1995 – 2000, President of Large Commercial Engines and Chief Operating Officer from 2000 – 2004, President of Flight Systems and Classified Programs at Hamilton Sundstrand from 2004 – 2010, President of Boeing 787, Space Systems & U.S. Government Classified Programs from 2010 – 2012, and as President of Boeing Programs & Space beginning in 2012.
Other Public Directorships:
Current: AAR Corporation; JetBlue Airways Corporation
Other Affiliations:
Current: Consulting Partner, Advent International; Co-Founder, Robert and Jeanne Leduc Center of Civic Engagement, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
Previous: Board of Directors, Connecticut Science Center.
Attributes and Skills: With decades of senior leadership experience, Mr. Leduc brings to the Board extensive knowledge of aerospace, program execution, systems integration, long-cycle investments and customer value creation.
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David J. Miller
Age: 43
Director since: 2017
Committee:

Finance Committee
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Miller is an Equity Partner and Senior Portfolio Manager at Elliott Management Corporation, a New York-based investment fund with over $45 billion in assets under management, where he is responsible for investments across the capital structure and spanning multiple industries. Mr. Miller joined Elliott in 2003 after working in M&A and financing advisory roles at Peter J. Solomon Company.
Other Directorships:
Current: Peabody Energy Corporation.
Previous: Board of Managers, JCIM, LLC (2008 – 2013); ISCO International Inc. (2009 – 2010); SemGroup Energy Partners LP / SemGroup Energy Partners GP, LLC (2008 – 2009).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Board of Directors, Acosta, Inc., Brazilian American Automotive Group, Inc. and Futures and Options.
Attributes and Skills: Mr. Miller’s investment expertise, his understanding of financial strategy and his in-depth knowledge of restructuring matters provide valuable perspective to the deliberations of the Board.
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Jody G. Miller
Age: 64
Director since: 2020
Committees:

Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee;

Governance and Nominating Committee
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Ms. Miller is the Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Business Talent Group (BTG), a global marketplace for top independent professionals doing project-based work. She founded the organization in 2007. In April of 2021, BTG was acquired by Heidrick & Struggles, Inc. Prior to founding BTG, Ms. Miller served as a Venture Partner with venture capital firm Maveron from 2000 – 2007. From 1995 – 1999, Ms. Miller held various positions at Americast, Disney’s digital television venture, including as Acting President and Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Miller also served in the White House as Special Assistant to the President during the Clinton Administration from 1993 – 1995 and as a White House Fellow at the Department of Treasury from 1990 – 1992. Ms. Miller began her career at Cravath, Swaine & Moore.
Other Public Directorships:
Current: LKQ Corporation.
Previous: Capella Education Company (2000 – 2018); TRW Inc. (2005 – 2015).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Advisory Board, Drucker Institute; Board Member, Peer Health Exchange, Inc.
Previous: Board of Directors, Imbellus Inc.; and Board Member, National Campaign to Prevent Teenage and Unplanned Pregnancy.
Attributes and Skills: An outspoken thought leader, Ms. Miller brings to the board a fresh perspective on the evolving talent marketplace. Ms. Miller’s entrepreneurial and leadership experience is an important asset to the Board.
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Nicole W. Piasecki
Age: 60
Director since: 2020
Committees:

Compensation and Benefits Committee;

Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Ms. Piasecki is the former Vice President and General Manager of the Propulsion Systems Division of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, a position she held from 2013 – 2017. During 25 years with The Boeing Company beginning in 1992, Ms. Piasecki held a number of senior roles, including Senior Vice President of Business Development & Strategic Integration and Vice President of Business Strategy and Marketing for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. She also served as President of Boeing Japan.
Other Public Directorships:
Current: Weyerhaeuser Co.
Other Affiliations:
Current: Executive Chairman, VEA Aviation Inc., Chair of the Board of Trustees, Seattle University; Board of Directors, BAE Systems PLC.; Board of Directors, The Stimson Center; Advisor, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Tokyo.
Previous: Federal Aviation Authority’s Management Advisory Council; Board of Directors, Federal Reserve Bank, Seattle Branch; Board of Governors, American Chamber of Commerce of Japan.
Attributes and Skills: With decades of experience in senior management positions at a multi-billion dollar aviation company, Ms. Piasecki brings cultivated industry knowledge and valuable business expertise to the Board.
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John C. Plant
Chair of the Board Since: 2017
Age: 68
Director since: 2016
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Plant is the Chief Executive Officer of Howmet Aerospace Inc. Mr. Plant served as the Company’s Co-Chief Executive Officer from April 2020 – October 2021 and its Chief Executive Officer from February 2019 – April 2020. Mr. Plant was Chairman of the Board (2011 – 2015), and President and Chief Executive Officer (2003 – 2015) of TRW Automotive, which was acquired by ZF Friedrichshafen AG in 2015. Under his leadership, TRW employed more than 65,000 people in approximately 190 major facilities around the world and was ranked among the top 10 automotive suppliers globally. Mr. Plant was a co-member of the Chief Executive Office of TRW Inc. from 2001 – 2003 and an Executive Vice President of TRW from the company’s 1999 acquisition of Lucas Varity to 2003. Prior to TRW, Mr. Plant was President of Lucas Varity Automotive and managing director of the Electrical and Electronics division from 1991 – 1997.
Other Public Directorships:
Current: Jabil Circuit Corporation; Masco Corporation.
Previous: Chairman, TRW Automotive (2011 – 2015), Board of Directors, Gates Industrial Corporation PLC (2017 – 2019).
Other Affiliations:
Current: Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Attributes and Skills: Mr. Plant has had a distinguished career in the automotive industry spanning nearly 40 years. His industry knowledge provides a strong background from which Howmet Aerospace can benefit. His leadership and succession of key executive roles provide strategic and operational perspectives to the deliberations of the Board.
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Ulrich R. Schmidt
Age: 72
Director since: 2016
Committees:

Audit Committee (Chair);

Finance Committee (Chair)
Career Highlights and Qualifications: Mr. Schmidt is the former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Spirit Aerosystems Holdings, Inc. Prior to Spirit Aerosystems, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Goodrich Corporation from 2000 – 2005, and as Vice President, Finance and Business Development, Goodrich Aerospace, from 1994 – 2000. Prior to joining Goodrich, he held senior level roles at a variety of companies, including Invensys Limited, Everest & Jennings International Limited and Argo-Tech Corporation.
Other Directorships:
Previous: Precision Castparts Corporation (2007 – 2016).
Attributes and Skills: Mr. Schmidt has extensive executive and business experience at the board and CFO level in both public and privately held companies. His extensive background in the aerospace industry, coupled with his financial management and strategic planning and analysis foundation in a variety of operating and international assignments, provides Howmet Aerospace with valuable insight and industry experience.
Mr. Schmidt qualifies as an audit committee financial expert.
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Nominating Board Candidates—Procedures and Director Qualifications
Shareholder Recommendations for Director Nominees
Any shareholder wishing to recommend a candidate for director should submit the recommendation in writing to our principal executive offices: Howmet Aerospace Inc., Governance and Nominating Committee, c/o Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com. The written submission should comply with all requirements set forth in the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws. The committee will consider all candidates recommended by shareholders in compliance with the foregoing procedures and who satisfy the minimum qualifications for director nominees and Board member attributes.
Shareholder Nominations
The Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws provide that any shareholder entitled to vote at an annual meeting of shareholders may nominate one or more director candidates for election at that annual meeting by following certain prescribed procedures. The shareholder must provide to Howmet Aerospace’s Corporate Secretary timely written notice of the shareholder’s intent to make such a nomination or nominations. In order to be timely, the shareholder must provide such written notice not earlier than the 120th day and not later than the 90th day prior to the first anniversary of the preceding year’s annual meeting; provided, however, that in the event that the date of the annual meeting is more than 30 days before or more than 60 days after such anniversary date, notice by the shareholder must be so delivered not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day prior to the date of such annual meeting and not later than the close of business on the later of the 90th day prior to the date of such annual meeting or, if the first public announcement of the date of such annual meeting is less than 100 days prior to the date of such annual meeting, the 10th day following the day on which public announcement of the date of such meeting is first made. The notice must contain all of the information required in the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws. Any such notice must be sent to our principal executive offices: Howmet Aerospace Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary.howmet.com. For the 2023 Annual Meeting, such notice must be delivered no earlier than January 25, 2023 and no later than February 24, 2023.
Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Company’s Bylaws, shareholder nominations for candidates for election at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which the shareholder wishes to include in the Company’s proxy materials relating to the 2023 Annual Meeting, must be received by the Company at the above address no earlier than November 9, 2022 and no later than December 9, 2022, together with all information required to be provided by the shareholder in accordance with the proxy access provision in the Bylaws.
Minimum Qualifications for Director Nominees and Board Member Attributes
The Governance and Nominating Committee has adopted Criteria for Identification, Evaluation and Selection of Directors:
1.
Directors must have demonstrated the highest ethical behavior and must be committed to the Company’s values.
2.
Directors must be committed to seeking and balancing the legitimate long-term interests of all of the Company’s shareholders, as well as its other stakeholders, including its customers, employees and the communities where the Company has an impact. Directors must not be beholden primarily to any special interest group or constituency.
3.
It is the objective of the Board that all non-management directors be independent. In addition, no director should have, or appear to have, a conflict of interest that would impair that director’s ability to make decisions consistently in a fair and balanced manner.
4.
Directors must be independent in thought and judgment. They must each have the ability to speak out on difficult subjects; to ask tough questions and demand accurate, honest answers; to constructively challenge management; and at the same time, act as an effective member of the team, engendering by his or her attitude an atmosphere of collegiality and trust.
5.
Each director must have demonstrated excellence in his or her area and must be able to deal effectively with crises and to provide advice and counsel to the Chief Executive Officer and his or her peers.
6.
Directors should have proven business acumen, serving or having served as a chief executive officer, or other senior leadership role, in a significant, complex organization; or serving or having served in a significant policy-making or leadership position in a well-respected, nationally or internationally recognized educational institution, not-for-profit organization or governmental entity; or having achieved a widely recognized position of leadership in the director’s field of endeavor which adds substantial value to the oversight of material issues related to the Company’s business.
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7.
Directors must be committed to understanding the Company and its industry; to regularly preparing for, attending and actively participating in meetings of the Board and its committees; and to ensuring that existing and future individual commitments will not materially interfere with the director’s obligations to the Company. The number of other board memberships, in light of the demands of a director nominee’s principal occupation, should be considered, as well as travel demands for meeting attendance.
8.
Directors must understand the legal responsibilities of board service and fiduciary obligations. All members of the Board should be financially literate and have a sound understanding of business strategy, business environment, corporate governance and board operations. At least one member of the Board must satisfy the requirements of an “audit committee financial expert.”
9.
Directors must be self-confident and willing and able to assume leadership and collaborative roles as needed. They need to demonstrate maturity, valuing Board and team performance over individual performance and respect for others and their views.
10.
New director nominees should be able and committed to serve as a member of the Board for an extended period of time.
11.
A diverse board encompassing a variety of skills, experiences and viewpoints contribute to the collective strength and effectiveness of the Board. When evaluating the diversity of potential director nominees, the Governance and Nominating Committee will consider a broad range of diversity, including diversity with respect to professional experience, skills and background, as well as diversity of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and identity. In selecting a director nominee, the committee will focus on characteristics that would complement the existing Board, recognizing that the Company’s businesses and operations are diverse and global in nature.
12.
Directors should have reputations, both personal and professional, consistent with the Company’s image and reputation.
Process of Evaluation of Director Candidates
The Governance and Nominating Committee makes a preliminary review of a prospective director candidate’s background, career experience and qualifications based on available information or information provided by an independent search firm, which identifies or provides an assessment of a candidate, or by a shareholder nominating or suggesting a candidate. If a consensus is reached by the committee that a particular candidate would likely contribute positively to the Board’s mix of skills, experiences and diversity, and a Board vacancy exists or is likely to occur, the candidate is contacted to confirm his or her interest and willingness to serve. The committee conducts interviews and may invite other Board members or senior Howmet Aerospace executives to interview the candidate to assess the candidate’s overall qualifications. The committee considers the candidate against the criteria it has adopted, as well as in the context of the Board’s then current composition and the needs of the Board and its committees.
At the conclusion of this process, the committee reports the results of its review to the full Board. The report includes a recommendation as to whether the candidate should be nominated for election to the Board. This procedure is the same for all candidates, including director candidates identified by shareholders.
The Governance and Nominating Committee retains from time to time the services of a search firm that specializes in identifying and evaluating director candidates. Services provided by the search firm include identifying potential director candidates meeting criteria established by the committee, verifying information about the prospective candidate’s credentials, and obtaining a preliminary indication of interest and willingness to serve as a Board member.
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Director Compensation
Our non-employee director compensation program is designed to attract and retain outstanding director candidates who have the requisite experience and background as set forth in our Corporate Governance Guidelines, and to recognize the substantial time and effort necessary to exercise oversight of a complex global organization like Howmet Aerospace and fulfill the other responsibilities required of our directors. Mr. Plant, our sole employee director, does not receive additional compensation for his Board service.
The Governance and Nominating Committee reviews director compensation periodically and recommends changes to the Board when it deems appropriate. In 2021, the Committee asked management to conduct a review of the Company’s director compensation program compared to benchmark companies in our CEO compensation peer group. Based on management’s review, and taking into account various factors, the Governance and Nominating Committee did not recommend any changes to the compensation program for non-employee directors.
Director Fees
The following table describes the components of compensation for non-employee directors:
Compensation Element2021 Amount
Annual Cash Retainer$120,000
Annual Equity Award (Deferred Restricted Share Units Granted Following Each Annual Meeting of Shareholders)$150,000
Other Annual Fees1:1
Lead Director Fee
$30,0002
Audit Committee Chair Fee (includes Audit Committee Member Fee)
$20,0002
Compensation and Benefits Committee Chair Fee
$15,0002
Other Committee Chair Fee
$15,0002
Per Meeting Fee for Meetings in Excess of Regularly Scheduled Meetings
$1,2003
Ownership Requirements and Annual Compensation Limits
Stock Ownership Requirement$750,000
Timeline to Achieve Stock Ownership6 years
Total Annual Director Compensation Limit$750,000
1
All Other Annual Fees are paid in cash.
2
Each non-employee director may receive only one additional annual retainer fee in connection with service as the Chair of a committee (whether in the position of Lead Director, Audit Committee Chair, Compensation and Benefits Committee Chair or Other Committee Chair), regardless of how many committee Chair positions held by such director.
3
A fee of  $1,200 for each Board or committee meeting attended by a non-employee director in excess of five special Board or committee meetings during the applicable calendar year and applies only to any non-regularly scheduled meeting in excess of a two-hour duration.
Directors’ Alignment with Shareholders
Stock Ownership Guideline for Directors
In order to further align the interests of our directors with the long-term interests of our shareholders, non-employee directors are required to own, until retirement from the Board, at least $750,000 in Howmet Aerospace common stock. Compliance with the ownership value requirement is measured annually and if the stock price declines in value, directors must continue to invest in Howmet Aerospace stock until the stock ownership guideline is reached. Each director is required to reach the stock ownership guideline within six years of his or her initial appointment as a non-employee director.
Prior to November 1, 2016, directors could defer director fees into deferred share units under the Company’s deferred fee plan for directors. Deferred share units provide directors with the same economic interest as if they own Howmet Aerospace common stock. Specifically, the deferred share units track the performance of our common stock and accrue dividend equivalents that are equal in value to dividends paid on our common stock. Upon a director’s retirement from the Board, the deferred share units are settled in cash at a value equivalent to the then-prevailing market value of our common stock.
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Director Compensation (continued)
Beginning November 1, 2016, directors receive a portion of their annual compensation in Howmet Aerospace deferred restricted share units (RSUs), which count towards meeting the stock ownership value requirement. The annual deferred RSU award vests on the first anniversary of the grant date, or, if earlier, the date of the next subsequent annual meeting of shareholders following the grant date, subject to continued service through the vesting date (however, accelerated vesting provisions apply for certain termination scenarios, such as death and change in control, and pro-rata vesting provisions apply in the event of a director’s termination of service for any other reason). Settlement of the annual deferred RSUs is deferred pursuant to the Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors. Also, beginning November 1, 2016, directors may elect to defer the cash portion of their annual compensation into additional Howmet Aerospace deferred RSUs (but not into deferred share units), as described in the “Director Deferral Program” section. Each Howmet Aerospace deferred RSU is an undertaking by the Company to issue to the recipient one share of Howmet Aerospace common stock upon settlement.
Accordingly, whether a director holds shares of Howmet Aerospace common stock, deferred share units or deferred RSUs, directors have the same economic interest in the performance of the Company, which further aligns directors’ interests with those of our shareholders.
The following table shows the aggregate value of each current director’s holdings in Howmet Aerospace common stock, deferred share units, and deferred RSUs, as of March 31, 2022, based on the closing price of our common stock on the New York Stock Exchange on that date.
DirectorsDirector
Since
Value of Holdings in Howmet
Aerospace Stock,
Deferred Share Units and Deferred
Restricted Share Units
James F. Albaugh2017$1,727,636
Amy E. Alving2018$1,669,341
Sharon R. Barner2021$187,247
Joseph S. Cantie2020$866,549
Robert F. Leduc2020$712,151
David J. Miller2017$1,507,791
Jody G. Miller2020$564,761
Nicole W. Piasecki2020$564,761
John C. Plant2016$ 68,514,2911
Ulrich R. Schmidt2016$1,847,568
1
Unvested equity awards are not included.
Prohibitions against Short Sales, Hedging, Margin Accounts and Pledging
Company policy prohibits members of the Board of Directors from pledging, holding in margin accounts, or engaging in short sales or hedging transactions with respect to any of their Company stock. The policy continues to align the interests of our directors with those of our shareholders.
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Director Compensation (continued)
2021 Director Compensation
The following table sets forth the 2021 compensation of each non-employee director who served on the Board in 2021.
Name1
(a)
Fees Earned or
Paid in Cash
($)(b)2
Stock Awards
($)(c)3
All Other
Compensation
($)(g)4
Total
($)(h)
James F. Albaugh$150,000$150,009$1,069$301,078
Amy E. Alving$135,000$150,009$1,650$286,659
Sharon R. Barner5$90,000$181,247$795$272,042
Joseph S. Cantie$120,000$150,009$795$270,804
Robert F. Leduc$135,000$150,009$285,009
David J. Miller$120,000$150,009$270,009
Jody G. Miller$120,000$150,009$270,009
Nicole W. Piasecki$120,000$150,009$270,009
Ulrich R. Schmidt$140,000$150,009$290,009
In 2021, we did not issue any option awards to directors, and we do not have a non-equity incentive plan for directors. Accordingly, no such compensation is reported and we have omitted columns (d) and (e) from the table. Further, the Company does not pay above-market or preferential earnings on fees that are deferred. The Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors and a predecessor plan have the same investment options as the Company’s 401(k) tax-qualified savings plan for salaried employees. We therefore do not report changes in pension value or earnings on deferred fees and we have omitted column (f) from the table.
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John C. Plant, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, is a Company employee and receives no compensation for service as a director. His compensation is reflected in the “2021 Summary Compensation Table.”
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Fees Earned or Paid in Cash (Column (b)). This column reflects the cash fees earned by directors for Board and committee services in 2021, whether or not such fees were deferred by a director (see “Director Deferral Program” below).
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Stock Awards (Column (c)). The amounts in this column represents the aggregate grant date fair value of deferred restricted share unit (RSU) awards granted to each non-employee director under the 2013 Howmet Aerospace Stock Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated, computed in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification Topic 718. Except as described below, the deferred RSU award constitutes the equity portion of each director’s compensation for service from the Company’s annual meeting of shareholders (“Annual Meeting”) in 2021 until the Company’s Annual Meeting in 2022 and vests on the earlier of the first anniversary date of the grant date or the date of the Company’s 2022 annual meeting (however, accelerated vesting provisions apply for certain termination scenarios, such as death and change in control, and pro-rata vesting applies in the event of a director’s termination of service for any other reason). The exact number of deferred RSUs comprising an equity award is calculated by dividing the dollar value of the award (as specified in our Non-Employee Director Compensation Policy) by the closing price of our common stock on the day of grant, rounded to the nearest whole share.

Ms. Barner joined the Board of Directors on April 1, 2021. For her service from April 1, 2021 to the Company’s 2021 Annual Meeting (on May 25, 2021), she received a pro-rated equity award of 982 deferred RSUs on April 8, 2021, with a grant date fair value of  $31,237 based on the closing price per share of our common stock on the date of grant ($31.81). These deferred RSUs vested on May 25, 2021.

Messrs. Albaugh, Cantie, Leduc, D. Miller and Schmidt and Mmes. Alving, Barner, J. Miller and Piasecki were each granted an annual equity award on May 27, 2021 for service from the Company’s 2021 Annual Meeting to the Company’s 2022 Annual Meeting. Each director received 4,228 deferred RSUs, with a grant value fair value of  $150,009, based on the closing price per share of our common stock on the date of grant ($35.48).

The aggregate number of unvested deferred RSUs outstanding for each of Messrs. Albaugh, Cantie, Leduc, D. Miller and Schmidt and Mmes. Alving, Barner, J. Miller and Piasecki at December 31, 2021 was 4,228. The foregoing amounts do not include deferred RSUs that have vested—see “Director Deferral Program” below.
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All Other Compensation (Column (g)). The amount shown in this column for Messrs. Albaugh and Cantie; and Mmes. Alving and Barner represents imputed income related to a 2021 board event. Spouses and partners of directors were invited to attend this event and imputed income was charged to those directors whose spouses or partners attended. This imputed income is primarily for travel and expenses. Directors do not receive tax gross-ups for imputed income.
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Director Compensation (continued)
Director Deferral Program
Pursuant to the Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors, non-employee directors may elect to defer all or part of the cash portion of their annual compensation and to invest such deferred amounts into fully-vested Howmet Aerospace restricted share units or into the investment options provided under the Company’s 401(k) tax-qualified savings plan other than the Howmet Aerospace Stock Fund (which represents Howmet Aerospace deferred share units). The annual equity award granted to non-employee directors in the form of Howmet Aerospace restricted share units is, by its terms, deferred under the Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors. Deferred amounts are paid either in a lump sum or installments, as elected by the director, upon retirement from the Board of Directors.
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Environmental and Social Responsibility
Howmet Aerospace is committed to improving our environmental footprint, creating a work environment where all employees can thrive, investing in the communities where we operate, and maintaining good governance practices. These values, which are specified in our Code of Conduct, form the basis of our environmental, social and governance (ESG) plans and are reflected in our daily work. Central to this effort is addressing the needs of the industries we serve, where our customers are seeking to reduce their environmental impacts and carbon footprints. Our proprietary technologies help customers meet their sustainability goals by reducing the fuel consumption of their aircraft and truck fleets.
Our approach and efforts related to ESG matters are detailed in the Company’s annual ESG Report and are guided by the following:
CustomerOperationalSupply Chain
Enable our customers to achieve their sustainability goals through our sustainable product development and innovations – our products reduce fuel consumption and improve efficiencies.Reduce our environmental footprint by enhancing efficiency, act on our social responsibility and keep our people safe, empowered and engaged.1Drive sustainability into our suppliers’ processes and practices and leverage their expertise to achieve our sustainability goals.
The Company’s ESG Report can be found at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Information on our website, including the Company’s ESG Report or sections thereof, is not, and will not be deemed to be, a part of this proxy statement or incorporated into any of our other filings with the SEC. The ESG Report is prepared in accordance with the recommendations from the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board for the A&D Industry (SASB) and Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards among other guiding standards.
Management FocusBoard Oversight
ESG has the full attention of the organization at every level. Key ESG metrics are reviewed on a regular basis, including quarterly updates with the CEO and Answers Aboutsenior leadership, and ESG goals and plans are reviewed at least annually. In 2021, we identified and funded more than 100 projects that are expected to deliver a reduction in our greenhouse has (GHG) emissions of 21.5% based on our projected business volumes by 2024, and we will prepare comprehensive plans to further reduce our GHG emissions by 2030 that will take us closer to the Special Meeting and Votingpossibility of net-zero by 2050.Our Board is equally committed to the Company’s ESG goals and maintains oversight over ESG matters at the full Board level and through various Board committees. The full Board reviews our comprehensive ESG program at least annually. In addition, our Board and CEO meet to review the talent in key positions across our Company, update our succession strategy and leadership pipeline for key roles, including the CEO, and assess the adequacy of our workforce to meet business challenges and future growth required for our long-term corporate strategy. The Board also receives updates and presentations on key topics, including diversity, equity and inclusion and employee development and succession.2
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Environmental and Social Responsibility (continued)
Some highlights of the Company’s annual ESG Report* are as follows:
Health and SafetyClimate ChangeWaste and Spills
PROPOSALSZero employee and contractor fatalities. Total recordable incidents remained constant with 2020 and there was an 8% decline in our days away, restricted and transfer rate compared to 2020.A 6.2% decrease in GHG emissions, 3.0% decline in energy consumption and 10.8% decrease in water use, each as compared to 2020.6Landfilled waste decreased by 6.8% compared to 2020, and we had no spills outside of containment.
COVID-19Products6Stakeholder and
Community Engagement
When COVID-19 vaccines became available for the general population, we strongly encouraged our employees to become vaccinated. As a result, we achieved a 79% vaccination rate among our employees, with the Reincorporation59 global and 21 U.S. locations achieving vaccination rates above 80%.Materials and cooling techniques that we developed enable aerospace engines to run hotter and under higher pressures, increasing fuel efficiency. For aerospace and defense engines, our single crystal airfoils with advanced cooling schemes operate in environments 392°F above the melting point of the metals.7In 2021, Howmet Aerospace Foundation disbursed more than $4.7 million in STEM-focused grants. These included $1.8 million to the Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for the “Our Destiny in Space” exhibition and the “Flight Path to Career and Community Readiness” initiative.
7Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We believe that by providing a workplace that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, we build more effective teams, encourage innovation, and can better attract and retain top talent. Diversity, equity and inclusion is not only a legal and social imperative, but also a business imperative that is key to our future success. We aim to create a workplace that reflects the Reincorporation8diverse communities in which we live and operate and that will empower our employees to achieve their highest potential.
8Our talent program includes investing in our future leaders, inclusive hiring, and leadership training. We have partnered with several non-profit and community organizations that build future talent and engage diverse talent through a variety of networks.
We provided leadership and awareness training to provide a strong foundation for Reincorporationbuilding a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization. In 2021, 164 women and diverse employees participated in Delaware8our leadership training programs and we facilitated 13 diversity awareness training events and sponsored 33 placements at conferences focused on developing women. Through these and other focused efforts, we have improved the diversity of our leadership and our overall workforce, specifically in the representation of women and diverse employees.
We have expanded our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives through investments in institutions serving minority populations, outreach programs, and employee engagement through participation in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Our ERGs, which are voluntary, employee-led groups sponsored by our senior leaders, are fundamental to building our culture of inclusion. The ERGs are focused on Women, LGBTQ+, African Heritage, Hispanic, Veteran, Next Generation, and European Diversity. These networks help connect employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to drive inclusion through collaboration, education and sponsorship. In 2021, ERG membership grew by 32%, and we currently have 812 active ERG members. Through our ERGs’ active involvement in our local communities and collaboration with the Business of the Company as a Result of the ReincorporationHowmet Aerospace Foundation, we have funded $14.9 million in grants, including quality and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) focused grants for underrepresented individuals and organizations.
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Since the Company separated from Arconic Corporation in April 2020, the 2020 ESG metrics referenced herein do not include Arconic Corporation.
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Corporate Governance
Howmet Aerospace is a values-based company. Our values guide our behavior at every level and apply across the Company on a global basis. The Board has adopted a number of policies to support our values and good corporate governance, which we believe are important to the success of our business and in advancing shareholder interests. We highlight below certain of our corporate governance practices and features:
Board Independence and Accountability
Board Independence

9 of our 10 directors are independent. Our Chief Executive Officer, John C. Plant (who is also Executive Chairman) is our sole employee director.
9Board Leadership

Current Board leadership structure comprises an Executive Chairman of the Board, an independent Lead Director and independent chairs of each Board committee.

The independent Lead Director has substantial responsibilities, including presiding at all meetings of the Board at which the Executive Chairman is not present, and presiding at executive sessions of the independent directors.
Board Engagement
Attendance:

All directors attended more than 75% of Board and their respective Committee meetings in 2021; director attendance in 2021 averaged 97.4%.

All directors are expected to attend the annual meeting of shareholders.

Independent directors meet in executive session at every regular Board and Board committee meeting.
Board Composition and Diversity
Directors have a diversity of experience that spans a broad range of industries.

Directors have a broad array of attributes and skills directly relevant to the Company and its businesses.
4 of our 10 directors are female, and 1 director is racially/ethnically diverse.
See “Item 1 Election of Directors” for additional information.
Board Committees

Fully independent Audit, Compensation and Benefits, Finance, and Governance and Nominating Committees, as well as an independent Cybersecurity Advsiory Subcommittee.

Each committee has a written charter that is reviewed on an annual basis and available on our website.
Board Accountability
Annual elections of all directors.
Majority voting standards for election of directors.

Annual certification of compliance with the Business Conduct and Conflict of Interest Survey and related governance and ethics policies.
Annual Say-on-Pay vote.

Annual shareholder ratification of the Audit Committee’s selection of our independent auditor.

No supermajority voting provisions in the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws.
Responsiveness to Shareholders

Following each annual meeting of shareholders, the appropriate committees of the Board consider the vote outcomes of the management and shareholder proposals and, depending on those vote outcomes, may recommend proposed courses of action.
Proxy Access

Shareholders may nominate director candidates to the Board and include those nominees in the Company’s proxy statement in accordance with the Company’s Bylaws.
Shareholders Action

Shareholders are permitted to call special meetings in accordance with the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws.

Shareholders may act by written consent in accordance with the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws.

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Board Effectiveness
Board, Committee and Director Evaluations
Annual Board and Committee self-evaluation process.
Annual director performance evaluations.

Ongoing assessment of corporate governance best practices appropriate for Howmet Aerospace.
Overboarding Limits

Directors are subject to overboarding limitations as a general rule in accordance with our Corporate Governance Guidelines.
Shareholder Engagement

Directors are committed to meaningful engagement with shareholders and welcome input and suggestions.

Board members routinely meet with top shareholders for conversations focused on Board skills, diversity and its oversight on a variety of topics, including company strategy, growth, compensation, and environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters.
Board Oversight of Risk and ESG Programs

Our full Board is responsible for risk oversight and the Board committees oversee certain key risks relating to their areas.

The Board and Board committees provide oversight of ESG risks and opportunities, including review of ESG strategies and challenges.

The Company publishes an annual Environmental, Social and Governance Report. See “Environmental and Social Responsibility” section for additional information.
Succession Planning
The Board oversees and engages in Board and executive succession planning.
Alignment with Shareholder Interests
Claw-back and Short Sales, Hedging, Margin Accounts and Pledging Policies

Our annual cash incentive compensation plan and our stock incentive plans contain claw-back provisions, providing for Company reimbursement of incentive compensation from executive officers in certain circumstances.

Short sales of Company securities and derivative or speculative transactions in Company securities are prohibited.

Purchase or use of financial instruments (including prepaid variable forward contracts, equity swaps, collars, and exchange funds) that are designed to hedge or offset any decrease in the market value of Company securities, is prohibited.

Directors and Section 16 officers are prohibited from holding Company securities in margin accounts or pledging Company securities as collateral.
Stock Ownership

Non-employee directors and executive officers are subject to robust stock ownership guidelines:

Non-employee directors must retain equity of at least $750,000 in value until retirement.

Executives are required to hold substantial equity in the Company until retirement, including equity equal in value to six-times base salary for our CEO.

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Corporate Governance (continued)
The Structure and Role of the Board of Directors
Board Leadership Structure
The Company’s current Board leadership structure comprises a combined Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, an independent director serving as the Lead Director, and strong, active independent directors. The Board will continue to exercise its judgment, under the circumstances at the time, to evaluate the Board leadership structure that the Board believes will provide effective leadership, oversight and direction, while optimizing the functioning of both the Board and management and facilitating effective communication between the two.
Executive Chairman
By serving in both positions, the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer is able to draw on his detailed knowledge of the ReincorporationCompany to provide the Board, in coordination with the Independent Lead Director, leadership in focusing its discussions, review and oversight of the Company’s strategy, business, and operating and financial performance.
A combined role ensures that the Company presents its message and strategy to stakeholders with a unified voice.
The structure allows for efficient decision-making and focused accountability.
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The Board believes that it is in Book-Entrythe best interest of the Company and Through a Bank, Broker or Other Nomineeits shareholders for John C. Plant to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, considering the strong role of our independent Lead Director and other corporate governance practices providing independent oversight of management.
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Independent Lead Director
Our Independent Lead Director has substantial responsibilities.
Meets regularly with the Chairman and serve as a liaison between the Chairman and the independent directors;

Communicates to the Chairman and management, as appropriate, any decisions reached, suggestions, views or concerns expressed by the independent directors during meetings, executive sessions and outside of board meetings;

Presides at all meetings of the Board at which the Chairman is not present, including executive sessions of the independent directors;
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Facilitates effective and candid Board discussions and communications to optimize Board performance;
Approves meeting agendas and schedules to assure that there is sufficient time for discussion of all agenda items;

Ensures personal availability for consultation and communication with independent directors and with the Chairman, as appropriate;
Calls executive sessions of the Board;
Calls meetings of the independent directors, as the Lead Director may deem to be appropriate; and

Responds directly to shareholder and other stakeholder questions and comments that are directed to the Lead Director or to the independent directors as a group, with such consultation with the Chairman or other directors as the Lead Director may deem appropriate, and if requested, ensuring that he or she is available for consultation and direct communication with major shareholders, as appropriate.
James F. Albaugh is our current independent Lead Director. Mr. Albaugh’s strength in leading the Board is complemented by his depth of experience in Board matters ranging from his service on Preferred Stockthe Company’s Audit Committee and Convertible NotesGovernance and Nominating Committee to his memberships on other company boards.
The Company’s corporate governance practices are designed to ensure that shareholders’ interests are protected by effective and independent oversight of management:

Independence. 9 of our 10 directors are independent as defined by the listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and the Company’s Director Independence Standards.
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Corporate Governance (continued)

Committees. Each of the Board’s key standing committees—the Audit Committee, the Compensation and Benefits Committee, the Finance Committee and the Governance and Nominating Committee—is composed solely of independent directors.

Executive Sessions. Our independent directors meet at every regular Board Meeting in executive session without management present. These meetings are led by the independent Lead Director. The independent Lead Director may call extra sessions as needed. Committee meetings also include an executive session at which Committee members meet without management in attendance.
The Board’s Role in Risk Oversight
The Board of Directors is actively engaged in overseeing and reviewing the Company’s strategic direction and objectives, taking into account, among other considerations, the Company’s risk profile and exposures. It is management’s responsibility to manage risk and bring to the Board’s attention the most material risks to the Company. The Board has oversight responsibility of the processes established to report and monitor material risks applicable to the Company. The Board annually reviews the Company’s enterprise risk management and receives regular updates on risk exposures.
While the Board and the committees of the Board oversee enterprise risk management, Company management is responsible for managing risk and the creation, implementation and monitoring of the risk management programs and appropriate risk management policies and procedures. The Company has robust internal processes and an effective internal control environment that facilitates the identification and management of risks and regular communication with the Board. These include an enterprise risk management committee, regular management disclosure committee meetings, Business Conduct Policies, a strong Legal Department and Ethics and Compliance Office, and a comprehensive internal and external audit process. Management communicates routinely with the Board, Board committees and individual directors on the significant risks identified and how they are being managed. Directors are free to communicate directly with senior management.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Board Oversight of COVID-19
The risk landscape associated with the COVID-19 pandemic has been, and continues to be, discussed with the Board. Over the course of 2021, management, including the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, regularly updated the Board on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business and the strategic, operational and financial risks and considerations associated with the pandemic. Discussions with the Board have included, among other topics, financial and operational matters, employee health and safety, and implementation of Howmet Aerospace’s safety protocols to protect the Company’s people and processes.
Committees of the Board
Each of the Audit, Compensation and Benefits, Finance, and Governance and Nominating Committees, as well as the Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee, is composed solely of directors who have been determined by the Board of Directors to be independent in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regulations, NYSE listing standards and the Company’s Director Independence Standards (including the heightened independence standards for members of the Audit and Compensation and Benefits Committees).
For information on how to access the written charters for each committee and subcommittee, see “—Our Corporate Governance Documents” below.
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Audit Committee
Preferred Stock2021 Members:
Ulrich R. Schmidt (Chair)
James F. Albaugh
Joseph S. Cantie
Independence:
Each member of the committee is independent and financially literate.
8 Meetings in 2021
Responsibilities:

Oversees the integrity of the financial statements and internal controls, including review of the scope and the results of the audits of the internal and independent auditors
Appoints the independent auditors and evaluates their independence and performance
Reviews the organization, performance and adequacy of the internal audit function

Pre-approves all audit, audit-related, tax and other services to be provided by the independent auditors
Oversees the Company’s compliance with legal, ethical and regulatory requirements

Discusses with management and the auditors the policies with respect to risk assessment and risk management, including major financial risk exposures
Financial Expert: Joseph S. Cantie and Ulrich R. Schmidt meet the requirements as defined by the SEC rules.
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Cybersecurity Advisory Subcommittee
Convertible Notes2021 Members:
Amy E. Alving (Chair)
Jody G. Miller
Nicole W. Piasecki
Independence:
Each member of the committee is independent.
4 Meetings in 2021
Responsibilities:

Assists the Audit Committee and Board in regularly reviewing the state of the Company’s cybersecurity, including review of the threat landscape facing the Company and the Company’s strategy to mitigate cybersecurity risks, which include initiatives for identification, protection, detection, response and recovery, employee training on cybersecurity matters and consideration of the impact of emerging cybersecurity developments that may affect the Company

Regularly brings cybersecurity developments or issues to the attention of the Board and/or the Audit Committee
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Compensation and Benefits Committee
Effect on Dividends2021 Members:
Robert F. Leduc (Chair)
Joseph S. Cantie
Nicole W. Piasecki
Independence:
Each member of the committee is independent.
8 Meetings in 2021
Responsibilities:

Recommends the Chief Executive Officer’s compensation for approval by the independent directors of the Board, based upon an evaluation of performance in light of approved goals and objectives
Reviews and approves the compensation of the Company’s officers

Oversees the implementation and administration of the Company’s compensation and benefits plans, including pension, savings, incentive compensation and equity-based plans
Reviews and approves general compensation and benefit policies
Approves the Compensation Discussion and Analysis for inclusion in the proxy statement

Has the sole authority to retain and terminate a compensation consultant, as well as to approve the consultant’s fees and other terms of engagement (see “Corporate Governance—Compensation Consultants” regarding the committee’s engagement of a compensation consultant)
The Compensation and Benefits Committee may form and delegate its authority to subcommittees, including subcommittees of management when appropriate. Executive officers do not determine the amount or form of executive or director compensation although the Chief Executive Officer provides recommendations to the Compensation and Benefits Committee regarding compensation changes and incentive compensation for executive officers other than himself. For more information on the responsibilities and activities of the committee, including its processes for determining executive compensation, see the “Compensation Discussion and Analysis” section.
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Finance Committee
4 Meetings in 2021
Responsibilities:
Reviews and provides advice and counsel to the Board regarding the Company’s:
Capital structure
Financing transactions
Capital expenditures and capital plan
Acquisitions and divestitures
Share repurchases and dividend programs
Policies relating to interest rate, commodity and currency hedging
Pension plan performance and funding
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Oversees an annual performance review of the Board, Board committees and individual directors

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Purpose
Corporate Governance (continued)
This proxy statement is being furnished
Board Meetings and Attendance
The Board met 9 times in 2021. The number of Board committee meetings can be found above in “Board Committee Membership and Responsibilities”. Attendance by Arconic Inc., a Pennsylvania corporation (“Arconic,” “Arconic Pennsylvania”incumbent directors at Board and committee meetings averaged 97.4%. Each incumbent director attended 75% or priormore of the aggregate of all meetings of the Board and the committees on which he or she served during 2021.
Under Howmet Aerospace’s Corporate Governance Guidelines, all directors are expected to attend the Reincorporation, the “Company”), in connection with the solicitation by Arconic’s Board of Directors of proxies to be voted at our specialannual meeting of shareholders to be held on November 30, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., local time, at the offices of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019, and at any adjournment or postponement thereof. The holders of record of Arconic common stock, par value $1.00 per share (“common stock”), asshareholders. All eleven of the close of business on October 5, 2017, the record date for the special meeting, will be entitled to notice of and to vote at the special meeting and any adjournment or postponements thereof. Asthen members of the record date, there were 481,292,510 sharesBoard attended the Company’s 2021 annual meeting.
Director Orientation and Continuing Education
The Company has a robust orientation program for new directors. New directors meet with key members of management to learn about the Company’s business, including its strategy, business segments, resource units and ESG priorities. As part of our common stock issued, outstanding and entitledBoard’s continuing education, directors strive to vote. Each share of our common stock is entitledvisit one Company’s business facility each year to one vote on any matter presented at the special meeting.
The special meeting will be held for the following purposes:
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to vote on a proposal to approve the merger (the “Reincorporation Merger”)deepen their understanding of the Company and interact with a newly formed direct wholly owned subsidiary ofon-site employees. In September 2021, the Company incorporatedBoard engaged in Delaware (“Arconic Delaware”) in order to effect the changean extensive tour of the Company’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware (the “Reincorporation”);
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to vote on a proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the certificate of incorporation of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) will not contain any supermajority voting requirements;
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to vote on a proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, thatEngine Products operations in Whitehall, Michigan, which provided the Board ofwith valuable insight into the Company’s operations, technology and innovations. Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuantare also encouraged to the Delaware Certificate; and
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to transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
If our shareholders approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, and Arconic effects it, the Reincorporation will become effectiveattend outside continuing education programs at the effectiveCompany’s expense. Company presentations and materials, including updates on business developments and other important topics, are provided from time of the Reincorporation Merger (the “Effective Time”), pursuant to the filings of the Statement of Merger in the Pennsylvania Department of Statetime to directors, as appropriate or upon request.
Board, Committee and the Certificate of Merger with the Delaware Secretary of State effecting the Reincorporation Merger (together, the “Merger Certificates”). Assuming approval by our shareholders, the Company currently expects the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger to occur on or about December 31, 2017. However, even if shareholders approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, Arconic may delay the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger or abandon the Reincorporation if the Arconic Board of Directors determines that such action is in the best interests of Arconic and our shareholders.
Recommendation of the Board of DirectorsDirector Evaluations
The Board of Directors recommendsbelieves that you vote FOR the proposal to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, FOR the proposal to approve, ona robust and constructive Board, committee and director performance evaluation process is an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain any supermajority voting requirements and FOR the proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, thatessential component of board effectiveness. Each year, the Board conducts a comprehensive evaluation process, overseen by the Governance and Nominating Committee, of Directorsits own performance, as well as the performance of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.each committee and each director.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Shareholder Engagement
The Board of Directors and the Company believe ongoing engagement with Howmet Aerospace shareholders is important to understanding shareholder views on issues that are important to them or that affect our Company. We have embraced an active engagement strategy for many years: to provide visibility and transparency into our business, our performance and our corporate governance, environmental, social and compensation practices. Our engagement program is designed to address shareholder questions and concerns, provide shareholders with our perspective on Company policies and practices, seek shareholder input and incorporate feedback, as appropriate.
How We Engage
Board Participation. Our independent Lead Director, Compensation and Benefits Committee Chair and other members of the Board are available for, and participate as appropriate in, shareholder meetings, particularly those relating to ESG and compensation-related matters, as described below.
Investor Relations DiscussionsESG and Compensation-Related Discussions
Throughout the year, our investor relations (IR) team regularly meets with shareholders, prospective shareholders, and investment analysts through quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, presentations, on-site meetings and virtual meetings. These meetings often include participation by our Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, and generally focus on Company financial and operational performance and strategy.
Twice a year, we conduct a shareholder outreach program focused on ESG and compensation topics:
corporate governance, including Board oversight;
executive compensation, including say-on-pay response;

environmental and sustainability matters, including climate change;

human capital management and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Senior management and members of the corporate governance, environmental, health and safety, human resources, executive compensation, and IR teams participate on these calls, along with Board members, as appropriate.
Investor Relations 2021 Shareholder EngagementESG and Compensation-Related 2021 Shareholder Engagement
2021: Engaged with shareholders who own approximately 54% of our common shares
Spring 2021: Reached out to our top 50 shareholders who own approximately 73% of our common shares, other than Elliott Management (who has a Board representative) and Mr. Plant, and engaged with the approximately 28% who accepted our invitation
Fall 2021: Reached out to our top 30 shareholders who own approximately 68% of our common shares, other than Elliott Management, and engaged with the approximately 10% who accepted our invitation. We also engaged with Glass Lewis; ISS declined our invitation.
For a further discussion regarding shareholder feedback on compensation matters, see “Executive Compensation—Compensation Discussion and Analysis.”
When We Engage
SpringSummerFallWinter
Make available to shareholders the Annual Report, Proxy Statement and ESG report. Prior to the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, conduct shareholder engagement to discuss any concerns on the ballot items and gather feedback on ESG and compensation matters.Review feedback and results from the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, plan for fall outreach and target responsive engagement.Conduct comprehensive engagement with shareholders to gather feedback from the Annual Meeting of Shareholders and discuss developments in the Company’s business, and ESG and compensation matters.Review shareholder feedback and Board to consider potential changes to corporate governance, executive compensation program, and environmental and social matters and disclosures.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Communications with Directors
The Board of Directors is committed to meaningful engagement with Howmet Aerospace shareholders and welcomes input and suggestions. Shareholders and other interested parties wishing to contact the Executive Chairman, independent Lead Director, individual directors, or the independent directors as a group may do so by sending a written communication to the attention of the Independent Lead Director c/o Howmet Aerospace Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com.
To communicate issues or complaints regarding questionable accounting, internal accounting controls or auditing matters, send a written communication to the Audit Committee c/o Howmet Aerospace Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com.
Alternatively, you may place an anonymous, confidential, toll-free call in the United States to Howmet Aerospace’s Integrity Line at 1-844-932-1021. For a listing of Integrity Line telephone numbers outside the United States, go to http://www.howmet.com under “About Us—Our Fundamentals—Ethics and Compliance—Speak-Up Culture—Howmet Aerospace Integrity Line.”
Communications addressed to the Board or to a Board member are distributed to the Board or to any individual director or directors as appropriate, depending upon the facts and circumstances outlined in the communication. The Board of Directors has asked the Corporate Secretary’s Office to submit to the Board all communications received, excluding only those items that are not related to Board duties and responsibilities, such as junk mail and mass mailings; product complaints and product inquiries; new product or technology suggestions; job inquiries and resumes; advertisements or solicitations; and surveys.
Director Independence
In the Company’s Corporate Governance Guidelines, the Board recognizes that independence depends not only on directors’ individual relationships, but also on the directors’ overall attitude. Providing objective, independent judgment is at the core of the Board’s oversight function. Under the Company’s Director Independence Standards, which conform to the corporate governance listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange, a director is not considered “independent” unless the Board affirmatively determines that the director has no material relationship with the Company or any subsidiary in the consolidated group. The Director Independence Standards comprise a list of all categories of material relationships affecting the determination of a director’s independence. Any relationship that falls below a threshold set forth in the Director Independence Standards, or is not otherwise listed in the Director Independence Standards, and is not required to be disclosed under Item 404(a) of SEC Regulation S-K, is deemed to be an immaterial relationship.
The Board has affirmatively determined that all the directors are independent except Mr. Plant, who is employed by the Company and therefore does not meet the independence standards set forth in the Director Independence Standards. In the course of its determination regarding independence, the Board did not find any material relationships between the Company and any of the directors, other than Mr. Plant’s employment.
Voting for Directors
Howmet Aerospace’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws provide a majority voting standard for election of directors in uncontested elections. If the number of shares voted “for” an incumbent director’s election does not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the number of votes cast with respect to that director’s election (with votes cast including votes against in each case and excluding abstentions and broker nonvotes with respect to that director’s election) in an uncontested election, the nominee must promptly tender his or her resignation, and the Board will decide, through a process managed by the Governance and Nominating Committee and excluding the nominee, whether to accept or reject the resignation at its next regularly scheduled Board meeting. The Board’s explanation of its decision will be promptly disclosed in accordance with SEC rules and regulations. Any director nominee not already serving on the Board who fails to receive a majority of votes cast in an uncontested election will not be elected to the Board. An election of directors is considered to be contested if the number of candidates for election as directors exceeds the number of directors to be elected, with the determination being made in accordance with the Bylaws.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Related Person Transactions
Review, Approval and Ratification of Transactions with Related Persons
The Company has a written Related Person Transaction Approval Policy regarding the review, approval and ratification of transactions between the Company and related persons. The policy applies to any transaction in which the Company or a Company subsidiary is a participant, the amount involved exceeds $120,000 and a related person has a direct or indirect material interest. A related person means any director or executive officer of the Company, any nominee for director, any shareholder known to the Company to be the beneficial owner of more than 5% of any class of the Company’s voting securities, and any immediate family member of any such person.
Under this policy, reviews are conducted by management to determine which transactions or relationships should be referred to the Governance and Nominating Committee for consideration. The Governance and Nominating Committee then reviews the material facts and circumstances regarding a transaction and determines whether to approve, ratify, revise or reject a related person transaction, or to refer it to the full Board or another committee of the Board for consideration. The Company’s Related Person Transaction Approval Policy operates in conjunction with other aspects of the Company’s compliance program, including its Business Conduct Policies, which require that all directors, officers and employees have a duty to be free from the influence of any conflict of interest when they represent the Company in negotiations or make recommendations with respect to dealings with third parties, or otherwise carry out their duties with respect to the Company.
The Board has considered the following types of potential related person transactions and pre-approved them under the Company’s Related Person Transaction Approval Policy as not presenting material conflicts of interest:
(i)
employment of Howmet Aerospace executive officers (except employment of a Howmet Aerospace executive officer that is an immediate family member of another Howmet Aerospace executive officer, director, or nominee for director) as long as the Compensation and Benefits Committee has approved the executive officers’ compensation;
(ii)
director compensation that the Board has approved;
(iii)
any transaction with another entity in which the aggregate amount involved does not exceed the greater of $1,000,000 or 2% of the other entity’s total annual revenues, if a related person’s interest arises only from:
(a)
such person’s position as an employee or executive officer of the other entity; or
(b)
such person’s position as a director of the other entity; or
(c)
the ownership by such person, together with his or her immediate family members, of less than a 10% equity interest in the aggregate in the other entity (other than a partnership); or
(d)
both such position as a director and ownership as described in (b) and (c) above; or
(e)
such person’s position as a limited partner in a partnership in which the person, together with his or her immediate family members, have an interest of less than 10%;
(iv)
charitable contributions in which a related person’s only relationship is as an employee (other than an executive officer), or a director or trustee, if the aggregate amount involved does not exceed the greater of   $250,000 or 2% of the charitable organization’s total annual receipts;
(v)
transactions, such as the receipt of dividends, in which all shareholders receive proportional benefits;
(vi)
transactions involving competitive bids;
(vii)
transactions involving the rendering of services as a common or contract carrier, or public utility, at rates or charges fixed in conformity with law or governmental authority; and
(viii)
transactions with a related person involving services as a bank depositary of funds, transfer agent, registrar, trustee under a trust indenture, or similar services.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Transactions with Related Persons in 2021
Based on information provided by the directors, the executive officers, and the Company’s legal department, the Governance and Nominating Committee determined that there are no material related person transactions to be reported in this proxy statement. We indemnify our directors and officers to the fullest extent permitted by law against personal liability in connection with their service to the Company. This indemnity is required under the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation and the Bylaws, and we have entered into agreements with these individuals contractually obligating us to provide this indemnification to them.
Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
No member of the Compensation and Benefits Committee has served as one of our officers or employees at any time. None of our executive officers serves as a member of the compensation committee of any other company that has an executive officer serving as a member of our Board. None of our executive officers serves as a member of the board of directors of any other company that has an executive officer serving as a member of our Compensation and Benefits Committee.
Compensation Consultants
In 2021, the Compensation and Benefits Committee directly retained Compensation Advisory Partners (CAP) as its independent compensation consultant. See “Executive Compensation—Compensation Discussion and Analysis—Compensation Philosophy and Design—Executive Compensation Design Relies on a Diversified Mix of Pay Elements and Targets the Market Median—Use of Independent Compensation Consultant”. The committee assessed CAP’s independence and found no conflict of interest. In its assessment, the committee took into account the following factors: CAP provides no other services to the Company; the amount of fees received from the Company by CAP as a percentage of CAP’s total revenue; the policies and procedures that CAP has in place to prevent conflicts of interest; any business or personal relationships between the consultants at CAP performing consulting services and any Compensation and Benefits Committee members or any executive officer; and any ownership of Company stock by the consultants.
Recovery of Incentive Compensation
The Board of Directors adopted the following policy in 2006:
If the Board learns of any misconduct by an executive officer that contributed to the Company having to restate all or a portion of its financial statements, it shall take such action as it deems necessary to remedy the misconduct, prevent its recurrence and, if appropriate, based on all relevant facts and circumstances, take remedial action against the wrongdoer in a manner it deems appropriate. In determining what remedies to pursue, the Board shall take into account all relevant factors, including whether the restatement was the result of negligent, intentional or gross misconduct. The Board will, to the full extent permitted by governing law, in all appropriate cases, require reimbursement of any bonus or incentive compensation awarded to an executive officer or effect the cancellation of unvested restricted or deferred stock awards previously granted to the executive officer if: (a) the amount of the bonus or incentive compensation was calculated based upon the achievement of certain financial results that were subsequently the subject of a restatement; (b) the executive engaged in intentional misconduct that caused or partially caused the need for the restatement; and (c) the amount of the bonus or incentive compensation that would have been awarded to the executive had the financial results been properly reported would have been lower than the amount actually awarded. In addition, the Board may dismiss the executive officer, authorize legal action for breach of fiduciary duty or take such other action to enforce the executive’s obligations to Howmet Aerospace as the Board determines fit the facts surrounding the particular case. The Board may, in determining appropriate remedial action, take into account penalties or punishments imposed by third parties, such as law enforcement agencies, regulators or other authorities. The Board’s power to determine the appropriate punishment for the wrongdoer is in addition to, and not in replacement of, remedies imposed by such entities.
The 2013 Howmet Aerospace Stock Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated, the Howmet Aerospace Inc. 2020 Annual Cash Incentive Plan, and the 2009 Alcoa Stock Incentive Plan each contains recoupment provisions consistent with this policy.
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Corporate Governance (continued)
Business Conduct Policies and Code of Ethics
The Company’s Business Conduct Policies, which have been in place for many years, apply to the directors, officers and employees of the Company, as well as those of our controlled entities. The Business Conduct Policies provide that such individuals shall comply with: all laws and regulations that are applicable to the Company’s activities; the Company’s Code of Conduct; and all applicable Company policies and procedures. The Company’s Code of Conduct is our roadmap for leading with integrity, guiding how we work with one another, conduct business, build our partnerships, protect our assets and support our communities.
The Company also has a Code of Ethics applicable to the CEO, CFO and other Financial Professionals, including the principal accounting officer. Only the Audit Committee can amend or grant waivers from the provisions of the Company’s Code of Ethics, and any such amendments or waivers will be posted promptly at http://www.howmet.com. To date, no such amendments have been made or waivers granted.
Our Corporate Governance Documents
The following documents, as well as additional corporate governance Information and materials, are available on our website at http://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Corporate Governance—Governance and Policies”:

Certificate of Incorporation

Bylaws

Board Confidentiality Policy

Corporate Governance Guidelines

Director Independence Standards

Anti-Corruption Policy

Business Conduct Policies

Code of Conduct

Code of Ethics for the CEO, CFO and Other Financial Professionals

Policy for Hiring Members (or Former Members) of Independent Public Auditors

Human Rights Policy

Insider Trading Policy

Related Person Transaction Approval Policy
In addition, the following documents are available on our website at https://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Corporate Governance—Board Committees”:

Charters of each of our Board committees and subcommittee
The Company’s annual ESG Report can be found at www.howmet.com/esg-report.
Copies of these documents are also available in print form at no charge by sending a request to Howmet Aerospace Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com.
Information on our website, including the Company’s ESG Report or sections thereof, is not, and will not be deemed to be, a part of this proxy statement or incorporated into any of our other filings with the SEC.
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Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance
Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, requires the Company’s directors and executive officers, and persons who beneficially own more than ten percent of a registered class of the Company’s equity securities, to file initial reports of ownership and reports of changes in ownership of the Company’s common stock and other equity securities with the SEC within specified periods. Due to the complexity of the reporting rules, the Company undertakes to file such reports on behalf of its directors and executive officers and has instituted procedures to assist them with these obligations. Based solely on a review of filings with the SEC and written representations from the Company’s directors and executive officers, the Company believes that in 2021 all of its directors and executive officers filed the required reports on a timely basis under Section 16(a).
Howmet Aerospace Stock Ownership
Stock Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners
The following table sets forth certain information about each person or entity known to us to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of Howmet Aerospace common stock, based on filings made under Section 13(d) and Section 13(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
Name and Address of Beneficial OwnerTitle of ClassAmount and Nature
Of
Beneficial
Ownership (#)
Percent
of Class1
Elliott Investment Management L.P.
   40 West 57th Street
   New York, NY 10019
Common Stock41,565,65829.95%
The Vanguard Group
   100 Vanguard Blvd.
   Malvern, PA 19355
Common Stock41,227,65839.87%
BlackRock, Inc.
   55 East 52nd Street
   New York, NY 10055
Common Stock35,653,05548.54%
1
Based on 417,622,524 shares outstanding on March 29, 2022.
2
In a Schedule 13D amendment dated June 3, 2021, Elliott Investment Management L.P. reported that, as of June 1, 2021, it had shared power to vote and dispose of 41,565,658 shares. In addition, Elliott International, L.P. and Elliott Associates L.P. collectively had economic exposure comparable to approximately 0.9% of the shares of common stock outstanding pursuant to certain derivative agreements disclosed in the Schedule 13D amendment.
3
In a Schedule 13G amendment dated February 9, 2022, The Vanguard Group, an investment adviser, reported that, as of December 31, 2021, it had shared power to vote or direct to vote 629,924 shares, sole power to dispose or direct the disposition of 39,664,322 shares, and shared power to dispose or direct the disposition of 1,563,336 shares.
4
In a Schedule 13G amendment dated January 31, 2022, BlackRock, Inc., a parent holding company, reported that, as of December 31, 2021, it had sole power to vote or direct to vote 32,145,726 shares, sole power to dispose or direct the disposition of 35,653,055 shares, and no shared voting or dispositive power.
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Howmet Aerospace Stock Ownership (continued)
Stock Ownership of Directors and Executive Officers
The following table shows the ownership of Howmet Aerospace common stock, deferred share units, and deferred restricted share units, as of March 31, 2022, by each director, each of the named executive officers, and all directors and executive officers (serving as of March 31, 2022) as a group.
Deferred share units provide holders with the same economic interest as if they own Howmet Aerospace common stock. Upon a holder’s separation from the Company, the deferred share units are settled in cash at a value equivalent to the then-prevailing market value of our common stock.
Each Howmet Aerospace deferred restricted share unit is an undertaking by the Company to issue to the recipient one share of Howmet Aerospace common stock upon settlement. Deferred amounts are paid either in a lump sum or installments, as elected by the director, upon retirement from the Board.
Name of Beneficial Owner
Shares of
Common Stock1
Deferred
Share Units2
Deferred
Restricted
Share Units3
Total
Directors
James F. Albaugh10,00038,07048,070
Amy E. Alving3,65842,79046,448
Sharon R. Barner5,2105,210
Joseph S. Cantie4024,07124,111
Robert F. Leduc19,81519,815
David J. Miller41,95341,953
Jody G. Miller15,71415,714
Nicole W. Piasecki15,71415,714
Ulrich R. Schmidt5,3334,21841,85651,407
Named Executive Officers
John C. Plant*1,867,50344,44334,4061,906,352
Kenneth J. Giacobbe235,854235,854
Neil E. Marchuk104,481104,481
Lola F. Lin
Michael N. Chanatry79,73840,048119,786
Tolga I. Oal5
75,26611,05186,317
All Directors and Executive Officers as a Group (15 individuals)2,324,36948,709279,5992,652,677
*
Also serves as a director
1
This column shows beneficial ownership of Howmet Aerospace common stock as calculated under SEC rules. Unless otherwise noted, each director and named executive officer has sole voting and investment power over the shares of Howmet Aerospace common stock reported. None of the shares are subject to pledge. This column includes shares held of record, shares held by a bank, broker or nominee for the person’s account, shares held through family trust arrangements, and for executive officers, share equivalent units held in the Howmet Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan which confer voting rights through the plan trustee with respect to shares of Howmet Aerospace common stock. This column also includes shares of Howmet Aerospace common stock that may be acquired under employee stock options that are exercisable as of March 31, 2022 or will become exercisable within 60 days after March 31, 2022, each as follows: Mr. Giacobbe (79,548 options); Mr. Chanatry (31,202 options); and all directors and executive officers as a group (115,377 options). No awards of stock options have been made to non-employee directors. As of March 31, 2022, individual directors and executive officers, as well as all directors and executive officers as a group, beneficially owned less than 1% of the outstanding shares of common stock.
2
This column lists (i) for executive officers, deferred share equivalent units held under the Howmet Aerospace Deferred Compensation Plan, and (ii) for directors, deferred share equivalent units held under the Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors. Each deferred share equivalent unit tracks the economic performance of one share of Howmet Aerospace common stock and is fully vested upon grant, but does not have voting rights.
3
This column lists deferred restricted share units issued to directors under the 2013 Howmet Aerospace Stock Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated. Each deferred restricted share unit is an undertaking by the Company to issue to the recipient one share of
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Howmet Aerospace Stock Ownership (continued)
Howmet Aerospace common stock upon settlement. The annual deferred restricted share units to directors vest on the first anniversary of the grant date, or, if earlier, the date of the next subsequent annual meeting of shareholders following the grant date, subject to continued service through the vesting date (however, accelerated vesting provisions apply for certain termination scenarios, such as death and change in control, and pro-rata vesting provisions apply in the event of a director’s termination of service for any other reason). Deferred restricted share units granted in lieu of cash compensation pursuant to a director’s deferral election are fully vested at grant. Deferred restricted share units are paid/settled either in a lump sum or installments, as elected by the director, upon retirement from the Board.
4
Includes 1,587,730 shares that are held in trusts of which Mr. Plant is the trustee and beneficiary or annuitant.
5
Mr. Oal departed the Company, effective October 14, 2021.
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Item 2 Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Under its written charter, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors has sole authority and is directly responsible for the appointment, retention, compensation, oversight, evaluation and termination of the independent registered public accounting firm retained to audit the Company’s financial statements.
The Audit Committee annually evaluates the qualifications, performance and independence of the Company’s independent auditors. Based on its evaluation, the Audit Committee has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2022. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP or its predecessor firms have served continuously as the Company’s independent auditors since 1950. The Audit Committee and the Board believe that the continued retention of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to serve as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders.
The Audit Committee is responsible for the approval of the engagement fees and terms associated with the retention of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. In addition to assuring the regular rotation of the lead audit partner as required by law, the Audit Committee is involved in the selection and evaluation of the lead audit partner and considers whether, in order to assure continuing auditor independence, there should be a regular rotation of the independent registered public accounting firm.
Although the Company’s Bylaws do not require that we seek shareholder ratification of the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm, we are doing so as a matter of good corporate governance. If the shareholders do not ratify the appointment, the Audit Committee will reconsider whether or not to retain PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.
Representatives of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP are expected to be present on the live webcast of the Annual Meeting, will have the opportunity to make a statement if they desire to do so, and will be available to respond to appropriate questions by shareholders.
The Board of Directors recommends a vote “FOR” ITEM 2, to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2022.
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Item 2 Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (continued)
Report of the Audit Committee
In accordance with its written charter, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors is responsible for assisting the Board to fulfill its oversight of:

the integrity of the Company’s financial statements and internal controls;

the Company’s compliance with legal and regulatory requirements;

the independent auditors’ qualifications and independence; and

the performance of the Company’s internal audit function and independent auditors.
It is the responsibility of the Company’s management to prepare the Company’s financial statements and to develop and maintain adequate systems of internal accounting and financial controls. The Company’s internal auditors are responsible for conducting internal audits intended to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company’s financial and operating internal control systems.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2021 (the “independent auditors”), is responsible for performing independent audits of the Company’s consolidated financial statements and internal control over financial reporting and issuing an opinion on the conformity of those audited financial statements with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) and on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. The independent auditors also review the Company’s interim financial statements in accordance with applicable auditing standards.
In evaluating the independence of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, the Audit Committee has (i) received the written disclosures and the letter from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP required by applicable requirements of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) regarding the audit firm’s communications with the Audit Committee concerning independence; (ii) discussed with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP the firm’s independence from the Company and management; and (iii) considered whether PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP’s provision of non-audit services to the Company is compatible with the auditor’s independence. In addition, the Audit Committee has assured that the lead audit partner is rotated at least every five years in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and PCAOB requirements, and considered whether there should be a regular rotation of the audit firm itself in order to assure the continuing independence of the outside auditors. The Audit Committee has concluded that PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is independent from the Company and its management.
The Audit Committee has reviewed with the independent auditors and the Company’s internal auditors the overall scope and specific plans for their respective audits, and the Audit Committee regularly monitored the progress of both in assessing the Company’s compliance with internal and disclosure controls over financial reporting, including their findings, required resources and progress to date.
At every regular meeting, the Audit Committee meets separately, and without management present, with the independent auditors and the Company’s chief internal audit executive to review the results of their examinations, their evaluations of the Company’s internal controls, and the overall quality of the Company’s accounting and financial reporting. The Audit Committee also meets separately at its regular meetings with the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Legal Officer.
The Audit Committee has met and discussed with management and the independent auditors the fair and complete presentation of the Company’s financial statements. The Audit Committee has also discussed and reviewed with the independent auditors all communications required by applicable requirements of the PCAOB and the SEC. The Audit Committee has discussed significant accounting policies applied in the financial statements, as well as alternative treatments. Management has represented that the consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP, and the Audit Committee has reviewed and discussed the audited consolidated financial statements with both management and the independent auditors.
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Item 2 Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (continued)
Relying on the foregoing reviews and discussions, the Audit Committee recommended to the Board of Directors, and the Board approved, inclusion of the audited consolidated financial statements in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, for filing with the SEC. In addition, the Audit Committee has approved, subject to shareholder ratification, the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2022.
The Audit Committee
Ulrich R. Schmidt, Chair
James F. Albaugh
Joseph S. Cantie

April 8, 2022
Audit and Non-Audit Fees
The following table shows fees incurred for professional services rendered by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) for the past two fiscal years ended December 31 (in millions):
Fees for Services Provided2021
20201
Audit Fees$6.6$7.5
Audit-Related Fees$0.1$0.3
Tax Fees$0.0$0.1
All Other Fees$0.0$0.0
1
The separation of Arconic Inc. into two standalone, publicly-traded companies—Howmet Aerospace Inc. (the new name for Arconic Inc.) and Arconic Corporation—became effective on April 1, 2020. The 2020 fees shown in the table relate to audit and non-audit fees incurred by Arconic Inc. prior to the separation and Howmet Aerospace post separation.
The Audit Committee has adopted policies and procedures for pre-approval of audit, audit-related, tax and other services, and for pre-approval of fee levels for such services. See “Attachment A—Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures for Audit and Non-Audit Services” on page 70. All services set forth in the table above were approved by the Audit Committee before being rendered.
Audit Fees are comprised of the base audit fee (including statutory audit fees), effects of foreign currency exchange rfates on the base audit fee, and scope adjustments to the base audit requirements. The decrease in audit fees from 2020 to 2021 was principally a result of the Arconic Inc. separation into Howmet Aerospace Inc. and Arconic Corporation.
Audit-Related Fees include agreed-upon or expanded audit procedures for accounting or regulatory requirements.
Tax Fees include U.S. federal, state and local tax support, international tax support, and review and preparation of tax returns.
All Other Fees include subscriptions for online resources available from PwC.
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Item 3 Advisory Approval of Executive Compensation
As required pursuant to Section 14A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Board of Directors is asking you to approve, on an advisory basis, the Company’s executive compensation programs and policies and the resulting 2021 compensation of the individuals listed in the “2021 Summary Compensation Table” ​(our “named executive officers” or “NEOs”), as described in this proxy statement.
Because the vote is advisory, the result will not be binding on the Compensation and Benefits Committee and it will not affect, limit or augment any existing compensation or awards. The Compensation and Benefits Committee will, however, take into account the outcome of the vote when considering future compensation arrangements.
The Board has determined that advisory votes on executive compensation will be submitted to shareholders on an annual basis, at least until the next required advisory vote on the frequency of shareholder votes in 2023. The next advisory vote on executive compensation will occur at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
We believe you should read the Compensation Discussion and Analysis and the compensation tables in determining whether to approve this proposal.
The Board of Directors recommends approval of the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed pursuant to Item 402 of Regulation S-K, including the Compensation Discussion and Analysis, the executive compensation tables and the related narrative discussion, is hereby APPROVED.
The Board of Directors recommends a vote “FOR” ITEM 3, to approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers, as stated in the above resolution.
Compensation Committee Report
The Compensation and Benefits Committee has:
1.
reviewed and discussed with management the Compensation Discussion and Analysis included in this proxy statement; and
2.
based on the review and discussions referred to in paragraph (1) above, the Committee recommended to the Board of Directors that the Compensation Discussion and Analysis be included in the Company’s proxy statement relating to the 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
The Compensation and Benefits Committee
Robert F. Leduc, Chair
Joseph S. Cantie
Nicole W. Piasecki

April 8, 2022
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Executive Compensation
Compensation Discussion and Analysis
This Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A) includes the compensation and benefits of our named executive officers (NEOs) with respect to fiscal year 2021 and the related decisions made by the Compensation and Benefits Committee (the “Compensation Committee”). For 2021, our NEOs are:
John C. PlantExecutive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth J. GiacobbeExecutive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Neil E. MarchukExecutive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Lola F. LinExecutive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary
Michael N. ChanatryVice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Tolga I. OalFormer Co-Chief Executive Officer
In this CD&A, we will highlight:
1.
The Company’s 2021 performance;
2.
Shareholder feedback received in 2021;
3.
The decision to appoint Mr. Plant as sole CEO and the 2021 letter agreement with Mr. Plant;
4.
The Company’s compensation philosophy and design;
5.
2021 incentive plan results;
6.
2021 compensation decisions for Mr. Plant, including an update on his performance restricted share units; and
7.
Individual compensation decisions for the other NEOs, including retention grants made in 2021.
Summary of Key 2021 Inputs and Decisions
Our Business and 2021 Company Performance
Howmet Aerospace is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and airframe structural components necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged aluminum wheels for commercial transportation.
Howmet Aerospace operates in 20 countries. The Company has four reportable segments, which are organized by product on a worldwide basis: Engine Products, Fastening Systems, Engineered Structures, and Forged Wheels. We refer to these segments in this CD&A as our “business groups”.
Howmet Aerospace delivered a strong finish to a challenging 2021, performing well despite the effects of a COVID-19 variant and continued production declines of the Boeing 787 aircraft. Fourth quarter 2021 revenue increased 4% year over year and was in line with the third quarter 2021, while income from continuing operations was $77 million, and adjusted EBITDA margin excluding special items was 23%, exceeding expectations and marking a healthy exit rate heading into 2022. Second half 2021 income from continuing operations was $104 million, and adjusted EBITDA margin excluding special items was 22.9%.
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Full Year 2021 Highlights

Revenue of  $5.0 billion, down 5% year over year

Structural cost reductions of approximately $130 million achieved

Income from continuing operations of  $258 million, or $0.59 per share, versus income from continuing operations of $211 million, or $0.48 per share, in the full year 2020

Income from continuing operations excluding special items of  $442 million, or $1.01 per share, versus $354 million, or $0.80 per share in the full year 2020

Generated $449 million cash from operations and $517 million of adjusted free cash flow versus $9 million and $387 million, respectively, in the full year 2020; $1.4 billion of cash used for financing activities versus $369 million in the full year 2020; and $107 million of cash provided from investing activities versus $271 million in the full year 2020

Share repurchases of approximately 13.4 million common shares for $430 million in 2021

Reinstated quarterly dividend on the Company’s common stock in third quarter 2021
Full year 2021 operating income was $748 million, up 19% versus the full year 2020. Operating income excluding special items was $866 million, up 7% versus the full year 2020. The year-over-year increase was driven by growth in the commercial transportation and industrial gas turbine markets, variable and fixed cost reductions, and favorable product pricing, partially offset by declines in the commercial aerospace and defense aerospace markets. Operating income margin, excluding special items, was up approximately 200 basis points year over year to 17.4%.
See “Attachment C—Calculation of Financial Measures” for the reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP (accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America) measures and management’s rationale for the non-GAAP financial measures used in this CD&A.
Shareholder Feedback
The Company solicits feedback from shareholders on a regular basis throughout the year. Shareholder engagement offers us an opportunity to obtain shareholders’ comments and insights, including those related to their policies and views on executive compensation, corporate governance, and environmental and social matters. Our engagement program is designed to address shareholder questions and concerns, provide perspective on Company policies and practices, seek shareholder input and incorporate feedback, as appropriate. The regular dialogue with our shareholders has informed our Board meeting agendas, and contributes to governance and disclosure enhancements that help us address the issues our shareholders tell us matters most to them. For a detailed description of the Company’s year-round outreach, see the “Corporate Governance—Shareholder Engagement” section.
In 2021, we received approximately 45% support for our annual executive compensation proposal. The Compensation and Benefits Committee and the entire Board take the outcome of this vote seriously and have been highly focused on understanding and responding to our shareholders’ feedback reflected in this vote. Through the Company’s fall 2021 engagement, the Compensation Committee sought to elicit and consider a range of shareholder perspectives related to the Company’s executive compensation program.
In the fall of 2021, we reached out to our top 30 shareholders representing approximately 68% of our outstanding shares, other than Elliott Management (who has a representative on the Board). Of the invites that were sent out:

Five investors, representing approximately 10% of our outstanding shares, accepted our invitation;

Eight investors, representing approximately 23% of our outstanding shares, indicated that no discussion was necessary;

Sixteen investors, representing approximately 25% of our outstanding shares, did not respond after multiple attempts to engage.

We held one additional call with another investor, representing approximately 0.3% of our outstanding shares, who had reached out to us requesting a call.
Company participants in each of our discussions included at least one member of the Compensation Committee and Neil Marchuk—Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Human Resources Officer, Lola Lin—EVP, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, and other members of management representing relevant functions, including compensation and benefits, environmental, health and safety, corporate governance and investor relations.
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Set forth below are key themes from the executive compensation discussions.
TopicKey Themes from Discussion and Company Response/Actions
The May 2021 Say-on-Pay vote
Of the six shareholders we spoke with (the “Participant Shareholders”), 4 voted against and 2 voted for the Say-on-Pay proposal in May 2021. The 4 Participant Shareholders that voted against the Say-on-Pay proposal did so because they felt the overall compensation for Mr. Plant was too high or they thought the resetting of the targets because of the COVID-19 pandemic occurred prematurely. In each case, the Compensation Committee member on the call held a frank discussion with the Participant Shareholders, reiterating the rationale for the decisions and explaining the Compensation Committee’s thought process.
All the Participant Shareholders indicated that they fully support Mr. Plant as CEO, approved of his performance in his role, and urged the Company to continue to retain him.
CEO StructureThe Participant Shareholders wanted clear disclosure on the decision in October 2021 to remove Mr. Oal as co-CEO and to enter into a new letter agreement with Mr. Plant as sole CEO. All the Participant Shareholders were supportive that the new agreement extended Mr. Plant’s time as CEO. Management committed to providing thorough disclosure in the proxy statement regarding the decision—see below in this CD&A.
The Connection Between ESG Metrics and Executive Pay
While none of the Participant Shareholders thought we should necessarily have environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) metrics specifically in our incentive plans, they were all interested in how we measure ESG progress and wanted clear disclosure around measurement and any connection to executive pay decisions.
Management committed to:
1. Enhancing disclosure within the proxy statement—see below in this CD&A.
2. Accelerating the release of our annual ESG report to coincide with the release of the proxy statement.
DisclosureMost of the Participant Shareholders commented positively on the transparency and clarity of the 2021 proxy disclosure, but a few of the Participant Shareholders wanted more disclosure on the number of shareholder outreach calls held and topics covered, which we have provided above in this section and in the “Corporate Governance—Shareholder Engagement” section.
Appointing as Mr. Plant Sole CEO and His 2021 Letter Agreement
On October 14, 2021, the Board decided to remove Mr. Oal from his position of Co-CEO, and Mr. Oal left the company to pursue other opportunities. The Co-CEO structure had been put in place to allow Mr. Oal time to grow into the sole CEO role while learning from Mr. Plant. Mr. Plant had been Co-CEO with Mr. Oal since April 2020, and, from February 2019 to April 2020, he was the CEO of Arconic Inc., as the Company was then known prior to its separation from Arconic Corporation. The Board regularly assessed Mr. Oal’s progress and decided to take action proactively while Mr. Plant still had approximately 19 months left on his 2020 letter agreement, which ran through March 2023.
Concurrently with Mr. Oal’s removal, the Board entered into a new arrangement with Mr. Plant in which he agreed to an indefinite extension of the term of his agreement in the role of sole CEO, and under which he received 500,000 restricted share units, with a grant value of  $15,445,000, that will vest on January 1, 2024.
In the 2021 proxy statement, the Board had indicated that there would be no further incentive awards to Mr. Plant, including additional equity grants in 2021 and 2022. While this was an appropriate statement to make under the Co-CEO structure and the succession plan in place at the time, the rationale changed with the evaluation of Mr. Oal’s performance and the decision to appoint Mr. Plant as sole CEO. The Board felt it was in the best interest of shareholders to incentivize Mr. Plant to stay beyond the timeline laid out in his previous agreement for the following reasons:

Mr. Plant has led the Company to exceptional results during extremely challenging times, including the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting significant disruptions in end markets, and the Board felt it was critical to retain him through the continued market uncertainty and to drive the Company through the expected aerospace market upturn;

The Board wanted sufficient time to consider succession timing and alternatives.
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Compensation Philosophy and Design
The Company’s executive compensation philosophy to provide pay for performance and shareholder alignment underlies our compensation structure, which is designed based on four guiding principles:

Make equity long-term incentive (LTI) compensation the most significant portion of total compensation for senior executives and managers, increasing alignment between our executive’s incentives and shareholder value.

Choose annual incentive compensation (IC) metrics that focus management’s actions on achieving the greatest positive impact on the Company’s financial performance and that include a means to assess and motivate performance relative to peers.

Set annual IC targets that challenge management to achieve continuous improvement in performance and deliver long-term growth.

Target the market median for our executive compensation packages, while providing the opportunity to earn above-market pay for strong performance, and also allowing for the flexibility to provide additional compensation for retention purposes as it relates to special circumstances or unique leadership talent and the need to ensure continued Company success.
Key Compensation Practices
We are committed to executive compensation practices that drive performance, mitigate risk and align the interests of our leadership team with the interests of our shareholders. Below is a summary of our best practices in 2021.
WHAT WE DOWHAT WE DON’T DO

Pay for Performance—We link compensation to measured performance in key areas. The Company’s strategic priorities are reflected in its metrics at the corporate, group and individual levels.

Robust Stock Ownership Guidelines—Officers and directors are subject to stock ownership guidelines to align their interests with shareholder interests.

Double-Trigger Change-in-Control Provisions—Equity awards for NEOs generally require a “double-trigger” of both a change-in-control and termination of employment for vesting acceleration benefits to apply.

Active Engagement with Shareholders—We engage with shareholders throughout the year to obtain insights that guide our executive compensation programs.

Independent Compensation Consultant—The Compensation Committee retains a compensation consultant, who is independent and without conflicts of interest with the Company.

Conservative Risk Profile—We generally apply varied performance measures in incentive programs to mitigate risk that executives will be motivated to pursue results with respect to any one performance measure to the detriment of Howmet Aerospace as a whole.

Claw-Back Policy—Both our annual cash incentive compensation plan and our stock incentive plan contain “claw-back” provisions providing for reimbursement of incentive compensation from NEOs in certain circumstances.

No Guaranteed Bonuses—Our annual incentive compensation plan is performance-based and does not include any minimum payment levels.

No Parachute Tax Gross-Ups—Our Change in Control Severance Plan provides that no excise or other tax gross-ups will be paid.

No Short Sales, Derivative Transactions or Hedging—We do not allow short sales or derivative or speculative transactions in, or hedging of, Company securities by our directors, officers or employees. Directors and certain officers are also prohibited from pledging Company securities as collateral.

No Dividends on Unvested Equity Awards—We do not pay dividends on unvested equity awards but accrue dividend equivalents that only vest when and if the award vests.

No Share Recycling or Option Repricing—Our equity plans prohibit share recycling, the adding back of shares tendered in payment of the exercise price of a stock option award or withheld to pay taxes and repricing underwater stock options.

No Significant Perquisites—We do not provide any perquisites to our NEOs.
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Executive Compensation Design Relies on a Diversified Mix of Pay Elements and Targets the Market Median
The compensation design for our NEOs, other than Mr. Plant, consists of the following elements:
Compensation ElementGuiding PrincipleDesign/Structure
Base SalaryTarget the market medianTarget the market median
Annual Incentive
Compensation

Choose annual IC weighted metrics that focus management’s actions on achieving the greatest positive impact on the Company’s financial performance

Set annual IC targets that challenge management to achieve continuous improvement in performance as part of an overall strategy to deliver long-term growth

Take into account individual performance that may include non-financial goals contributing to the success of the Company

NEO annual incentives are paid in cash and determined through a two-step performance measurement process:
(1)
Performance against financial goals is used to determine the payout level and fund the incentive pool
(2)
Individual NEO performance is assessed and an individual multiplier is applied to the funded payout results, thus allocating the incentive pool across the eligible population
Long-Term Incentive Compensation

Make LTI equity the most significant portion of total compensation for senior executives and managers

Set equity target grant levels in line with industry peers that are competitive to attract, retain and motivate executives and factor in individual performance and future potential for long-term retention

NEO long-term incentives are granted as 40% time-vested restricted share units (RSUs) and 60% performance restricted share units (PRSUs)

Financial metrics used are aligned with driving long-term stock price performance and are typically measured over three years, except as discussed below.

A relative TSR multiplier is used to further reinforce shareholder alignment
Compensation Levels. Base salaries and target incentive compensation levels are designed to attract, motivate, reward and retain executive talent, as well as to align pay with performance. At the beginning of each fiscal year, the Compensation Committee determines each continuing NEO’s targeted compensation (salary, target annual incentive compensation, and target long-term incentive compensation), taking into consideration alignment to market data of industry peers. The Compensation Committee generally sets target total direct compensation at median of market to provide competitive pay, unless a specific executive merits an alternative arrangement, such as due to experience or a unique set of skills like our CEO.
2021 Market Comparator Groups. To help guide compensation decisions, the Company uses two market comparator groups. The data from each of these comparator groups described below is considered in establishing compensation programs, policies, pay levels and targets, and to ensure that the Company provides appropriate compensation to attract, retain and motivate employees.
1.
Proxy Peer Group: A peer group of 18 companies from which we collect proxy data, which helps inform and determine compensation levels and target setting for the CEO, CFO and other named executive officers for whom data is available. This peer group is also used to help determine appropriate short and long-term incentive metrics. The Compensation Committee reviewed the Proxy Peer Group in 2022, considering industry, and key financial metrics including revenue, market cap, EBITDA, EBITDA margin and total assets.
See “Attachment B—Howmet Aerospace Inc. Peer Group Companies”.
2.
Willis Towers Watson Custom Survey Comparator Group: We also use a comparator group of companies heavily weighted towards industrials with revenues between $3 billion and $15 billion. These companies participated in the Willis Towers Watson Executive Compensation Survey. This comparator group is used as a supplement to proxy data and to benchmark roles for which proxy data is not available.
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Use of Independent Compensation Consultant. The Compensation Committee has authority under its charter to retain its own advisors, including compensation consultants. In 2021, the Compensation Committee directly retained Compensation Advisory Partners (CAP), which is independent and without conflicts of interest with the Company. See “Corporate Governance—Compensation Consultants” on page 32. CAP provided market perspective, as requested by the Compensation Committee, on the form of Mr. Plant’s compensation arrangement, the form of certain executive compensation components, including, among other things, executive compensation best practices, insights concerning Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and say-on-pay policies, analysis and review of the Company’s compensation plans for executives, and the composition of the Proxy Peer Group (as discussed above). CAP also provided advice on the CD&A in this proxy statement. We use comparative compensation data from the proxy statements of the peer group companies and survey data from Willis Towers Watson to help evaluate whether our compensation programs are competitive with the market. The latter is not customized based on parameters developed by Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson does not provide any advice or recommendations to the Compensation Committee on the amount or form of executive or director compensation.
Use of Tally Sheets. In making annual compensation decisions, the Compensation Committee also reviews tally sheets that summarize various elements of historic and current compensation for each NEO. This information includes compensation opportunity, actual compensation realized, and wealth accumulation. We have found that the tally sheets help us synthesize the various components of our compensation programs in making decisions.
Conservative Compensation Risk Profile. We evaluate the risk profile of our compensation programs when establishing policies and approving plan design. These evaluations have noted numerous factors that effectively manage or mitigate compensation risk, including the following:

A balance of corporate and business group weighting in incentive compensation programs;

A balanced mix between short-term and long-term incentives;

Caps on incentives;

Use of multiple performance measures in the annual cash incentive compensation plan;

Discretion retained by the Compensation Committee to adjust awards;

Stock ownership guidelines requiring holding substantial equity in the Company until retirement;

Claw-back policies applicable to all forms of incentive compensation; and

Anti-hedging provisions in the Company’s Insider Trading Policy.
In addition, (i) no business group has a compensation structure significantly different from that of the other groups or that deviates significantly from the Company’s overall risk and reward structure; (ii) unlike financial institutions involved in the financial crisis, where leverage exceeded capital by many multiples, the Company has a conservative leverage policy; and (iii) compensation incentives are not based on the results of speculative trading. As a result of these evaluations, we have determined that it is not reasonably likely that risks arising from our compensation and benefit plans would have a material adverse effect on the Company.
Compliance with Stock Ownership Guidelines. Our stock ownership requirements further align the interests of management with those of our shareholders by requiring executives to hold substantial equity in the Company until retirement. Our stock ownership guidelines require that the Mr. Plant retain equity equal in value to six times his base salary, that Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk and Ms. Lin each retain equity equal in value to three times base salary, and that Mr. Chanatry retain equity equal in value to one and a half times his base salary. Unlike many of our peers, we do not count any unvested or unexercised options, restricted share units, performance-based restricted share units or stock appreciation rights towards compliance. Our guidelines reinforce management’s focus on long-term shareholder value and commitment to the Company. Until the stock ownership requirements are met, each executive is required to retain until retirement 50% of shares acquired upon vesting of restricted share units (including performance-based restricted shares units) or upon exercise of stock options, after deducting shares used to pay for the option exercise price and taxes.
Messrs. Plant, Giacobbe, Marchuk, and Chanatry have met the stock ownership requirements, while Ms. Lin, who was hired in 2021, has not yet met the guidelines but will continue to retain a minimum of 50% of all shares acquired upon vesting of Company equity awards until she meets the guidelines.
No Short Sales, Derivative or Speculative Transactions, Hedging, or Pledging of Company Securities. Short sales of Company securities (a sale of securities which are not then owned) and derivative or speculative transactions in Company securities by our directors, officers and employees are prohibited. No director, officer or employee or any designee of such
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director, officer or employee is permitted to purchase or use financial instruments (including prepaid variable forward contracts, equity swaps, collars, and exchange funds) that are designed to hedge or offset any decrease in the market value of Company securities. Directors and officers subject to Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 are prohibited from holding Company securities in margin accounts, pledging Company securities as collateral, or maintaining an automatic rebalance feature in savings plans, deferred compensation plans or deferred fee plans.
Tax Deductibility and our Incentive Compensation Plans. Although an exception exists for certain qualified performance-based arrangements in place as of November 2, 2017, under Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code, only the first $1 million in annual compensation paid to our named executive officers generally is deductible for federal income tax purposes. While the Compensation Committee considers tax deductibility as one of several relevant factors in determining executive compensation, it retains the flexibility to approve compensation that is not deductible by the Company in order to maintain a compensation program that is consistent with our executive compensation philosophy described above.
2021 Annual Cash Incentive Compensation Plan Design, Targets and Results
Each of the NEOs, other than Mr. Plant, was eligible to participate in our corporate annual incentive (IC) plan for 2021. Mr. Plant did not have any short-term annual incentives in 2021.
We did not make any adjustments to our incentive targets in 2021 relating to COVID-19; however we did modify some design elements to help drive performance and ensure a fair payout:

We used a 2nd half 2021 adjusted EBITDA margin excluding special items (“EBITDA Margin”) target instead of a full-year as it was important to drive EBITDA Margin performance in what we anticipated would be a potential upturn in market conditions.

A “strategic goals” component of up to +20% was implemented to allow the Compensation Committee to take into account non-financial metrics, such as ESG-related performance, and to balance a fair payout with overall financial and shareholder-value performance.
In setting the annual incentive targets for 2021, the Compensation Committee considered the market conditions, the business forecast for the year, and the prior year’s targets and results.

For Adjusted Free Cash Flow, the 2021 target range was set at $425M—$490M. This reflects an increase over the full-year 2020 Adjusted Free Cash Flow result of  $387 million and an increase over the 2020 Q2-Q4 target of  $340M—$400M, particularly given that historically, the first quarter of the year has been a cash outflow for the company.

For EBITDA Margin, the 2021 2nd half target was set at 21.9%—23.7%. This reflects an increase over the full-year 2020 EBITDA Margin result of 20.8% and the 2020 Q4 EBITDA Margin target of 19.0%—21.0%.
For 2021, the Corporate IC plan payout was at 95%.
Financial MetricsWeightMin (0%)Target
(100%)
Max
(200%)
ResultPayoutWeighted
Payout
Adjusted Free Cash Flow40%<$400M$425M – 
$490M
$630M$545M*139.3%55.7%
2nd Half EBITDA Margin
40%20.9%21.9% – 23.7%26.6%22.9%100%40.0%
Achievement of Strategic GoalsUp to 20%See below
Total Payout:95.7%,
capped at 95.0%
*Adjusted Free Cash Flow result excludes $28M voluntary cash pension payment made in Q4 2021
See “Attachment C—Calculation of Financial Measures” for the reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures and management’s rationale for the non-GAAP financial measures used in this CD&A.
The Compensation Committee considered a number of positive factors in assessing how to value the achievement of strategic goals in 2021 including:

Year-over-year improvement in EBITDA Margin despite challenging markets and a decline in revenue.
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The strong health, safety, and business performance during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

A 6.2% decrease in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and 3.0% decline in energy consumption, each as compared to 2020.

Zero employee and contractor fatalities.

Total recordable incidents remained constant, and an 8.3% decline in days away, restricted and transfer rate compared to 2020.

Water use decreased by 10.8% compared to 2020.

Landfilled waste decreased by 6.8% compared to 2020.

Named one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
For more information on the Company’s ESG approach, please see the “Environmental and Social Responsibility” and the “Corporate Governance” sections. Ultimately, upon the recommendation of the CEO, the Committee decided to cap the payout at 95% for 2021, given the continued market uncertainty and current state of the aerospace industry and its impact on the Company’s business.
2021 Long-Term Incentives
Each of the NEOs, except for Mr. Plant, received a long-term incentive award in 2021, consisting of 40% time-vested RSUs and 60% PRSUs.
We did not make any adjustments to our long-term incentive targets in 2021 relating to COVID-19, however we did modify some design elements to help drive performance and ensure a fair payout:

We continued to use EBITDA Margin as our sole internal financial metric as it is the most important internal long-term metric for our shareholders.

We continued to use three one-year performance periods due to the continued market uncertainty. The Compensation Committee intends to move back to one three-year period to measure performance when market conditions stabilize.

The relative TSR multiplier was decreased from +/- 50% to +/- 20% measured over a 3-year period from 2021 through 2023.
The final payout for the 2020 and 2021 PRSUs will be equal to: [{Year 1 Performance Result} + {Year 2 Performance Result} + {Year 3 Performance Result}]/3 * Relative TSR Multiplier
The following tables show the targets and performance to date for the PRSUs granted in 2020 and 2021.
EBITDA Margin Performance Targets (three one-year periods)
2020 Performance2021 Performance2022 Performance2023 Performance
2020 Grant Year 12020 Grant Year 2
2021 Grant Year 1
2020 Grant Year 3
2021 Grant Year 2
Annual target set in 2022
2021 Grant Year 3
Annual target set in 2023
EBITDA
Margin
AchievementEBITDA
Margin
Achievement
<18%0%<21.7%0%
20%100%22.3%100%
22%200%24.8%200%
Result 20.8%140%Result 22.8%120%
See “Attachment C—Calculation of Financial Measures” for the reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures and management’s rationale for the non-GAAP financial measures used in this CD&A.
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3-Year Relative TSR for the 2020 PRSU Awards: As of April 1, 2022, Howmet Aerospace's TSR was tracking at the 95th percentile of the peer group, which would yield a multiplier of 150%.
      Percentile Rank vs.
   Peer Group
MultiplierDefinition
   0 – 20th
50%
TSR measured over 33 months with:
o Starting period = average closing price in April 2020 (post-separation)
o Ending period = average trading price in December 2022
TSR result multiplied by payout for financial metrics capped at 200%
   21st – 40th
75%
   41st – 60th
100%
   61st – 80th
125%
   81st – 100th
150%
3-Year Relative TSR for the 2021 PRSU Awards: As of April 1, 2022, Howmet Aerospace's TSR was tracking at the 63rd percentile of the peer group, which would yield a multiplier of 110%.
      Percentile Rank vs.
   Peer Group
MultiplierDefinition
   0 – 20th
80%
TSR measured over 36 months with:
o Starting period = average closing price in December 2020
o Ending period = average trading price in December 2023
TSR result multiplied by payout for financial metrics capped at 200%
   21st – 40th
90%
   41st – 60th
100%
   61st – 80th
110%
   81st – 100th
120%
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2021 Individual Compensation Arrangements and Performance-Based Pay Decisions
Chief Executive Officer—John C. Plant
There was no change to Mr. Plant’s base salary in 2021 and he was not eligible for an annual incentive award. Mr. Plant received a time-vested RSU award of 500,000 shares on October 14, 2021, with a grant value of  $15,445,000 and cliff vesting on January 1, 2024, in connection with his appointment as sole CEO and his agreement to extend his term indefinitely. The rationale for the award is described above on page 43.
As part of his 2020 letter agreement, Mr. Plant had the opportunity to earn 2,100,000 PRSUs by achieving certain stock price hurdles. The first two tranches were earned in 2020 based on stock price performance in 2020. He has until March 31, 2023 to earn the third tranche of his PRSUs. From April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2023 the stock price hurdles are shown in the table below. Based on Howmet Aerospace’s stock price performance through March 31, 2022, Mr. Plant earned 375,000 of the 750,000 shares.
Stock Price Hurdles
for Tranche 3
(Baseline Price of  $31.39)
# of Shares Earned (Tranche 3—Cumulative)
+5% = $32.96125,000 (earned in 2021)
+10% = $34.53250,000 (earned in 2021)
+15% = $36.10375,000 (earned in 2022)
+20% = $37.67500,000
+25% = $39.24625,000
+30% = $40.81750,000
Per the terms of the award, the remaining three stock price hurdles in the third tranche of PRSUs were increased as of April 1, 2022 as shown in the table below.
Stock Price Hurdles
for Tranche 3
(Baseline Price of $36.77)
# of Shares Earned (Tranche 3—Cumulative)
+5% = $38.61500,000
+10% = $40.45625,000
+15% = $42.29750,000
Former Co-CEO Tolga Oal
Prior to his departure, Mr. Oal received a salary increase of  $25,000 effective August 1, 2021 and an annual equity award of $3,700,000, 60% of which was granted as PRSUs and 40% of which was granted as time-vested RSUs. Upon his termination, all his outstanding equity was forfeited and he did not receive an annual incentive for 2021 performance. Mr. Oal was paid a severance payment of  $2,756,479 in accordance with the terms of the Howmet Aerospace Executive Severance plan.
Other Named Executive Officers
The Compensation Committee uses its business judgment to determine the appropriate compensation targets and awards for the NEOs, and utilizes several assessment factors that may include:

Market positioning based on peer group data

Individual, Group, and Corporate performance

Complexity and importance of the role and responsibilities

Experience and unique skills

Aggressiveness of targets

Contributions that positively impact the Company’s future performance
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Unanticipated events impacting business plan goals

Retention of key individuals in a competitive talent market

Leadership and growth potential
In 2021, the Compensation Committee made the following annual compensation decisions for the NEOs:
ExecutiveSalary Increase
Effective 8/1/2021
Annual Equity
Award Granted as
60% PRSUs and 40%
RSUs
Annual Incentive Payout for 2021 Performance
Annual
Target as %
of Salary
Plan ResultIndividual
Multiplier
Payment
Kenneth J. Giacobbe4.3% to $600,000  $1,650,014100%95%100%$556,146
Neil E. Marchuk2.8% to $635,000  $1,850,023100%95%100%$593,829
Lola F. LinN/A  $1,100,000100%95%100%$267,187
Michael N. Chanatry3.0% to $515,000  $   525,02770%95%100%$336,656
In October 2021, in connection with Mr. Oal’s departure and Mr. Plant’s appointment as sole CEO, the Compensation Committee awarded retention restricted share unit awards to certain members of the senior executive team to ensure their retention and to maintain stability and momentum through the anticipated upturn in the aerospace industry. The awards cliff vest on June 28, 2024. The awards for the NEOs were as follows:
Executive# of Restricted Stock UnitsValue at Grant
Kenneth J. Giacobbe125,000$3,796,250
Neil E. Marchuk125,000$3,796,250
Michael N. Chanatry50,000$1,518,500
Ms. Lin was hired on June 28, 2021 with an annual salary of  $550,000. In addition to her annual equity award, Ms. Lin received a sign-on equity award of  $300,000 restricted share units that vest on July 15, 2022 and a sign-on cash payment of  $200,000.
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Executive Compensation (continued)
2021 Summary Compensation Table
Name and Principal
Position
YearSalary
($)
Bonus
($)
Stock
Awards
($)
Option
Awards
($)
Non-Equity
Incentive Plan
Compensation
($)
Change in
Pension Value
and
Non-Qualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
($)
All Other
Compensation
($)
Total
($)
(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)(h)(i)(j)
John C. Plant Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
2021$1,600,000$0$15,445,000$0$0$0$144,000$17,189,000
2020$1,600,000$0$37,351,008$0$0$0$140,000$39,091,008
2019$1,446,667$0$29,941,500$0$20,000,000$0$324,411$51,712,578
Kenneth J. Giacobbe
Executive Vice
President and Chief
Financial Officer
2021$585,417$0$5,446,264$0$556,146$0$59,062$6,646,889
2020$572,500$0$1,400,007$0$515,250$261,707$74,755$2,824,219
2019$552,500$0$2,275,201$0$1,350,000$358,758$35,769$4,572,228
Neil E. Marchuk Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
2021$625,084$0$5,646,273$0$593,829$0$71,723$6,936,909
2020$615,000$0$1,650,013$0$553,500$0$59,510$2,878,023
2019$500,000$200,000$3,191,850$0$0$0$83,200$3,975,050
Lola F. Lin
Executive Vice
President, Chief Legal
Officer and Secretary
2021$281,250$200,000$1,400,080$0$267,187$0$160,086$2,308,603
Michael N, Chanatry
Vice President and
Chief Commercial
Officer
2021$506,251$0$2,043,527$0$336,656$0$54,965$2,941,399
Tolga I. Oal
Former Co-Chief Executive Officer
2021$696,131$0$3,700,013$0$0$0$2,839,462$7,235,606
2020$794,917$0$3,500,012$0$679,372$0$85,870$5,060,171
Notes to 2021 Summary Compensation Table:
Column (a)—Named Executive Officers. The named executive officers include the Chief Executive Officer, the former Co-Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, and the three other most highly compensated executives who were serving as executive officers on December 31, 2021. Under applicable SEC rules, we have excluded 2019 and 2020 compensation for Mr. Chanatry and the 2019 compensation for Mr. Oal, as they were not named executive officers in those years. Ms. Lin was hired in 2021. For purposes of determining the most highly compensated executive officers, the amounts shown in column (h) were excluded.
Column (c)—Salary. This column is equal to the actual base salary amount each of the named executive officers were paid in 2021.
Column (d)—Bonus. The amount shown for Ms. Lin in 2021 is a sign-on cash bonus as part of her new hire package.
Columns (e) and (f  )—Stock Awards and Option Awards.The value of stock awards in column (e) and stock options in column (f ) equals the grant date fair value, which is calculated in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s Accounting Standards Codification Topic 718, Compensation—Stock Compensation.
Stock awards are valued at the market price of a share of stock on the date of grant as determined by the closing price of our common stock. For a discussion of the assumptions used to estimate the fair value of stock awards and stock options, please refer to the following sections and pages in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021: “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates—Stock-Based Compensation” on page 35, and the disclosures on “Stock-Based Compensation” in Note A and Note J to the Consolidated Financial Statements on pages 49 and 74 to 75, respectively.
Although Mr. Oal was granted stock awards in May 2021, all of his outstanding equity was forfeited upon his termination in October 2021.
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Column (g)—Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation.Reflects cash payments made under the annual Incentive Compensation Plan for 2021 performance. See the “2021 Annual Cash Incentive Compensation Plan Design, Targets and Results” section on page 47.
Column (h)—Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings. None of the executive officers shown participate in a defined benefit pension plan except for Mr. Giacobbe. The defined benefit pension plan was closed to employees hired after March 1, 2006 and frozen to future benefit accruals as of April 1, 2018. The actual change in the present value of the accumulated benefits for Mr. Giacobbe was -$46,750, but is shown as $0 in the table per SEC rules.
Earnings on deferred compensation are not reflected in this column because the return on earnings is calculated in the same manner and at the same rate as earnings on externally managed investments of salaried employees participating in the tax-qualified 401(k) plan, and dividends on Company stock are paid at the same rate as dividends paid to shareholders.
Column (i)—All Other Compensation.
For Mr. Oal, the amount includes a $2,756,479 severance payment. For a complete description of Mr. Oal’s severance payment, please see page 50.
For Ms. Lin, the amount includes $140,648 related to her relocation to Pittsburgh as part of her new hire package.
For all of the executive officers shown, the amount includes Company contributions to the Company’s Retirement Savings Plan and Deferred Compensation Plan as follows:
NameCompany Matching
Contribution
3% Retirement
Contribution
Total Company
Contribution
Savings
Plan
Def. Comp.
Plan
Savings
Plan
Def. Comp.
Plan
John C. Plant$17,400$78,600$8,700$39,300$144,000
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$17,104$8,938$8,700$24,320$59,062
Neil E. Marchuk$17,400$18,965$8,700$26,658$71,723
Lola F. Lin$11,000$8,438$19,438
Michael N. Chanatry$17,400$12,975$8,700$15,890$54,965
Tolga I. Oal$8,700$33,018$8,700$32,565$82,983
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Executive Compensation (continued)
2021 Grants of Plan-Based Awards
Estimated Future Payouts Under
Non-Equity Incentive Plan Awards1
Estimated Future Payouts Under
Equity Incentive Plan Awards2
All Other
Stock
Awards:
Number
of
Shares
of Stock
or Units3
(#)
All Other
Option
Awards:
Number of
Securities
Underlying
Options
(#)
Exercise
or Base
Price of
Option
Awards
($/sh)
2021 Grant
Date Fair
Value of
Stock and
Option
Awards
($)
NameGrant
Dates
Threshold
($)
Target
($)
Maximum
($)
Threshold
(#)
Target
(#)
Maximum
(#)
(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)(h)(i)(j)(k)(l)
John C. Plant10/14/21500,000$15,445,000
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$292,708$585,417$1,756,250
10/25/2021125,000$3,796,250
5/10/2021030,38760,77420,258$1,650,014
Neil E. Marchuk$312,542$625,083$1,875,250
10/25/2021125,000$3,796,250
5/10/2021034,07068,14022,714$1,850,023
Lola F. Lin$140,625$281,250$843,750
7/15/2021020,36540,73022,834$1,403,542
Michael N. Chanatry$177,188$354,375$1,063,125
10/25/202150,000$1,518,500
5/10/202109,66919,3386,446$525,027
Tolga I. Oal$348,065$696,131$2,088,393
5/10/2021068,140136,28045,427$3,700,013
1
For the NEOs other than Mr. Plant, the amounts reported are the potential amounts for annual cash incentive awards for 2021. Actual amounts earned are reflected in the 2021 Summary Compensation Table. For more information about annual cash incentive awards made under the Incentive Compensation Plan, see “Compensation Discussion and Analysis.” Mr. Plant was not eligible for an annual cash incentive award in 2021.
2
Performance-based restricted share units granted in 2021.
3
Time-vested restricted share unit awards granted in 2021.
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2021 Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End
NameOption AwardsStock Awards
Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
(Exercisable)1
(#)
Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
(Unexercisable)1
(#)
Equity
Incentive
Plan Awards:
Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Unearned
Options
(#)
Option
Exercise
Price
($)
Option
Expiration
Date
Number of
Shares or
Units of
Stock That
Have Not
Vested2
(#)
Market Value
of Shares or
Units of Stock
That Have Not
Vested3
($)
Equity
Incentive
Plan
Awards:
Number of
Unearned
Shares,
Units or
Other
Rights
That Have
Not
Vested4
(#)
Equity
Incentive
Plan
Awards:
Market or
Payout Value
of Unearned
Shares, Units
or Other
Rights That
Have Not
Vested3
($)
(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)(h)(i)(j)
John C. Plant5
Stock Awards3,089,99988,188,571500,00014,270,000
Kenneth J. Giacobbe6
Stock Awards271,3978,638,567101,1543,219,732
Time-Vested Options53,978$20.271/13/2027
25,570$28.981/19/2028
Neil E. Marchuk7
Stock Awards254,0118,085,170117,4743,739,197
Lola F. Lin8
Stock Awards22,834726,80620,365648,218
Michael N. Chanatry9
Stock Awards106,2183,380,91934,9431,112,236
Time-Vested Options31,202$22.604/16/2028
Tolga I. Oal10
1
No new time-vested options were granted in 2019-2021. Options shown have a term of ten years and ordinarily vest ratably over three years (one-third each year), generally subject to continued employment.
2
Stock awards in column (g) include time-vested RSU awards and earned PRSU awards, subject generally to continued employment.
3
Calculated using the closing price of Howmet Aerospace common stock on December 31, 2021, which was $31.83 per share.
4
Stock awards in column (i) include unearned PRSU awards at the target level. The awards will vest subject generally to continued employment and performance.
5
Mr. Plant’s stock awards, including earned PRSU awards vest as follows: 495,000 shares vested March 31, 2022; 2,094,999 shares will vest on March 31, 2023; and 500,000 shares will vest on January 1, 2024. Mr. Plant’s unearned PRSU awards will vest on March 31, 2023, if earned.
6
Mr. Giacobbe’s stock awards vest as follows: 78,961 shares vested February 28, 2022; 47,178 shares will vest on May 7, 2023; 20,258 shares will vest on May 10, 2024; and 125,000 shares will vest on June 28, 2024. Mr. Giacobbe’s unearned PRSU awards will vest as follows, if earned: 70,767 will vest on May 7, 2023 and 30,387 will vest on May 10, 2024.
7
Mr. Marchuk’s stock awards vest as follows: 50,694 shares vested March 15, 2022; 55,603 shares will vest on May 7, 2023; 22,714 shares will vest on May 10, 2024; and 125,000 shares will vest on June 28, 2024. Mr. Marchuk’s unearned PRSU awards will vest as follows, if earned: 83,404 will vest on May 7, 2023; and 34,070 will vest on May 10, 2024.
8
Ms. Lin’s stock awards vest as follows: 9,257 shares will vest on July 15, 2022; and 13,577 shares will vest on May 10, 2024. Ms. Lin’s unearned PRSU awards will vest as follows, if earned: 20,365 will vest on May 10, 2024.
9
Mr. Chanatry’s stock awards vest as follows: 32,922 shares vested February 28, 2022; 16,850 shares will vest on May 7, 2023; 6,446 shares will vest on May 10, 2024; and 50,000 shares will vest on June 28, 2024. Mr. Chanatry’s unearned PRSU awards will vest as follows, if earned: 25,274 will vest on May 7, 2023; and 9,669 will vest on May 10, 2024.
10
Mr. Oal’s outstanding equity awards were forfeited at termination in October 2021.
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Executive Compensation (continued)
2021 Option Exercises and Stock Vested
NameOption AwardsStock Awards
Number of Shares
Acquired on Exercise
(#)
Value Realized on
Exercise
($)
Number of Shares
Acquired on Vesting
(#)
Value Realized on
Vesting
($)
(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)
John C. Plant555,834$18,183,607
Kenneth J. Giacobbe5,255$47,82137,687$1,045,814
Neil E. Marchuk50,694$1,613,083
Lola F. Lin
Michael N. Chanatry27,470$898,269
Tolga I. Oal27,643$919,130
2021 Pension Benefits
Name1
Plan Name(s)Years of
Credited
Service
Present
Value of
Accumulated
Benefits
Payments
During
Last Fiscal
Year
Kenneth J. GiacobbeHowmet Aerospace Retirement Plan13.78$609,030
Excess Benefits Plan C$840,396
Total$1,449,426N/A
1
Messrs. Plant, Marchuk, Chanatry and Oal, and Ms. Lin do not appear in the Pension Benefits Table as they are not eligible to participate in the defined benefit pension plan, which was closed to employees hired after March 1, 2006.
Valuation and Assumptions. For a discussion of the valuation method and assumptions applied in quantifying the present value of the accumulated benefit, please refer to the following sections in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021: “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates—Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits” on page 34 and the disclosures on “Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits” in Note H to the Consolidated Financial Statements on pages 61 to 68, respectively.
Qualified Defined Benefit Plan. In 2021, Mr. Giacobbe participated in the Howmet Aerospace Inc. Retirement Plan. The Plan is a funded, tax-qualified, non-contributory defined benefit pension plan that covers a majority of U.S. salaried employees hired prior to March 1, 2006. Benefits under the plan are based upon years of service and final average earnings as of March 31, 2018. Final average earnings include salary plus 100% of annual cash incentive compensation and are calculated using the highest consecutive five years. The amount of annual compensation that may be taken into account under the Plan is subject to a limit imposed by the U.S. tax code, which was $275,000 for 2018. The base benefit payable at age 65 is 1.1% of final average earnings up to the Social Security covered compensation limit plus 1.475% of final average earnings above the Social Security covered compensation limit, times years of service. Final average earnings and service after April 1, 2018 are no longer reflected as the Company moved all future benefits to the Howmet Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan. Benefits are payable as a single life annuity, a reduced 50% joint and survivor annuity, a reduced 75% joint and survivor annuity, or a single lump sum payment, as permissible, after termination of employment.
Nonqualified Defined Benefit Plans. Mr. Giacobbe participates in the Excess Benefits Plan C. This plan is a nonqualified plan which provides for benefits taking into account compensation that exceeds the limits on compensation imposed by the U.S. tax code. The benefit formula is identical to the Howmet Aerospace Inc. Retirement Plan formula. Benefits under the nonqualified plan are payable as a reduced 50% joint and survivor annuity if the executive is married. Otherwise, the benefit is payable as a single life annuity.
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Howmet Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan. For U.S. salaried employees, the Company makes an Employer Retirement Income Contribution (ERIC) in an amount equal to 3% of salary and annual incentive eligible for contribution to the Plan. In addition, all U.S. salaried employees, including the named executive officers, are eligible to receive a Company matching contribution of 100% up to the first 6% of deferred salary. In 2021, these contribution were as follows:
Name3% ERICCompany Matching Contribution
John C. Plant$8,700$17,400
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$8,700$17,104
Neil E. Marchuk$8,700$17,400
Lola F. Lin$8,438$11,000
Michael N. Chanatry$8,700$17,400
Tolga I. Oal$8,700$8,700
These amounts are included in the column “All Other Compensation” in the “2021 Summary Compensation Table.
2021 Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
NameExecutive
Contributions in
2021
($)
Registrant
Contributions in
2021
($)
Aggregate
Earnings in 2021
($)
Aggregate
Withdrawals
Distributions
($)
Aggregate
Balance at
12/31/2021 FYE
($)
(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)
John C. Plant$78,600$117,900$21,370E$0$622,877���
$0D
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$17,563$33,258$1,645E$0$146,673
$0D
Neil E. Marchuk$37,505$45,623$11,881E$0$231,924
$0D
Lola F. Lin$0$0  $0E$0$0
$0D
Mike N. Chanatry$109,163$28,865$123,728E$0$1,475,845
$754D
Tolga I. Oal$41,768$65,583$25,350E$0$368,221
$218D
E—Earnings
D—Dividends on Howmet Aerospace common stock or share equivalents
The investment options under the Company’s nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan are the same choices available to all salaried employees under the Company’s Retirement Savings Plan and the named executive officers do not receive preferential earnings on their investments. The named executive officers may defer up to 25% of their salaries in total to the Company’s Retirement Savings Plan and Deferred Compensation Plan and up to 100% of their annual cash incentive compensation to the Deferred Compensation Plan.
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The Company contributes matching contributions on employee base salary deferrals that exceed the limits on compensation imposed by the U.S. tax code. In addition, when the U.S. tax code limits Employer Retirement Income Contributions (ERIC), the ERIC contributions are made into the Deferred Compensation Plan. In 2021, these contributions were as follows:
Name3% ERICCompany Matching Contribution
John C. Plant$39,300$78,600
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$24,320$8,938
Neil E. Marchuk$26,658$18,965
Lola F. Lin$0$0
Michael N. Chanatry$15,890$12,975
Tolga I. Oal$32,565$33,018
These amounts are included in the column “All Other Compensation” in the “2021 Summary Compensation Table.
All nonqualified pension and deferred compensation obligations are general unsecured liabilities of the Company until paid. Upon termination of employment, deferred compensation will be paid in cash as a lump sum or in up to ten annual installments, depending on the individual’s election, account balance and retirement eligibility.
Potential Payments upon Termination or Change in Control
Mr. Plant Letter Agreement Termination Protections. Per his letter agreements, if Mr. Plant’s employment with the Company was terminated without cause or he terminated his employment for good reason or due to his death or disability as of December 31, 2021, he would have been entitled to:
i.
If his employment is terminated without cause or for good reason, a cash severance payment of  $3,200,000;
ii.
If his employment is terminated without cause or for good reason, immediate vesting of the outstanding portion of his April 2, 2020 and June 9, 2020 RSU awards, which were valued at $31,531,468 on December 31, 2021; and if terminated due to his death or disability, immediate vesting of a prorated portion of those awards, which were valued at $11,827,647 on December 31, 2021;
iii.
If his employment is terminated without cause or for good reason or due to his death or disability, immediate vesting of the 1,600,000 PRSUs granted in 2020 that were earned in 2020 and 2021 through the achievement of the stock price hurdles, which were valued at $50,928,000 on December 31, 2021, with the remaining 500,000 PRSUs forfeited; and
iv.
If his employment is terminated without cause or for good reason, immediate vesting of his October 14, 2021 award, which was valued at $15,915,000 on December 31, 2021; and if terminated due to his death or disability, immediate vesting of a prorated portion of the award, which was valued at $1,534,450 on December 31, 2021.
Per his letter agreements, if after a change in control on December 31, 2021, Mr. Plant’s employment with the Company was terminated without cause or he left for good reason, Mr. Plant would be entitled to:
i.
If the termination occurred within two years of a change in control, a cash payment equal to $20,286,500, which is the product of 650,000 multiplied by the Average Price, as defined in his letter agreements, on the day prior to the change in control.
ii.
Immediate vesting of the outstanding portion of his April 2, 2020 and June 9, 2020 RSU awards, which were valued at $31,531,468 on December 31, 2021;
iii.
Immediate vesting of the 1,600,000 PRSUs granted in 2020 that were earned in 2020 and 2021 through the achievement of the stock price hurdles, which were valued at $50,928,000 on December 31, 2021, with the remaining 500,000 PRSUs forfeited; and
iv.
Immediate vesting of his October 14, 2021 RSU award, which was valued at $15,915,000 on December 31, 2021.
Mr. Plant also entered into a confidentiality, developments, non-competition and non-solicitation agreement with the Company, which includes a perpetual confidentiality covenant as well as non-competition and employee and customer non-solicitation covenants that apply during employment and for a period of one year following termination of employment for any reason.
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Executive Severance Plan. Messrs. Giacobbe, Marchuk, and Chanatry and Ms. Lin were eligible for the Company’s Executive Severance Plan during 2021. The plan provides that, upon a termination of employment without cause and subject to execution and non-revocation of a general release of legal claims against the Company, the participant will receive:
I.
For Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk, and Ms. Lin, a cash severance payment equal to one year of base salary and one year of target annual cash incentive, and for Mr. Chanatry, a cash severance payment equal to one year of base salary.
II.
For Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk, and Ms. Lin, continued health care benefits for a two-year period, and for Mr. Chanatry, continued health care benefits for a one-year period.
III.
For Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk, and Ms. Lin, a cash payment equal to two additional years of retirement accrual, and for Mr. Chanatry, a cash payment equal to one year of additional retirement accrual, calculated as described in the plan.
The following table shows the severance payments and benefits that would have been payable to the NEOs under the Executive Severance Plan upon a termination without cause on December 31, 2021.
NameCash Severance
Payment
Additional Retirement
Accrual
Value of continued
active health care
benefits
Total
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$1,200,000$142,796$47,093$1,389,889
Neil E. Marchuk$1,270,000$76,200$16,110$1,362,310
Lola F. Lin$1,100,000$66,000$30,052$1,196,052
Michael N. Chanatry$515,000$26,265$300$541,565
Change in Control Severance Benefits. Messrs. Giacobbe, Marchuk, and Chanatry and Ms. Lin were eligible for the Company’s Change in Control Severance Plan during 2021. The plan is designed to serve shareholders by assuring that the Company will have the continued dedication of the covered executives, notwithstanding the possibility, threat or occurrence of a change in control. These protections are intended to encourage the executives’ full attention and dedication to the Company in the event of any threatened or pending change in control, which can result in significant distraction by virtue of the personal uncertainties and risks that executives frequently face under such circumstances. Severance benefits under the Change in Control Severance Plan are provided upon a termination of employment without cause or resignation by the executive for good reason, in either case within two years after a change in control of the Company.
Upon a qualifying termination, the severance benefits under the Change in Control Severance Plan are:
i.
For Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk, and Ms. Lin, a cash payment equal to two times annual salary plus target annual cash incentive compensation, and for Mr. Chanatry, a cash payment equal to one-and-a-half times annual salary plus target annual cash incentive compensation.
ii.
A cash payment equal to the target annual cash incentive compensation amount prorated through the severance date,
iii.
For Mr. Giacobbe, Mr. Marchuk, and Ms. Lin, continuation of health care benefits for two years, and for Mr. Chanatry, continued health care benefits for 18 months.
iv.
For Mr. Giacobbe, two additional years of pension credit and company savings plan contributions; for Mr. Marchuk and Ms. Lin, two additional years of savings plan contributions; and for Mr. Chanatry, one-and-a-half additional years of company savings plan contributions.
v.
Six months of outplacement benefits.
There is no excise tax gross-up provision under the Plan.
The terms of the 2013 Howmet Aerospace Stock Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated, provide that unvested equity awards, including awards held by the continuing NEOs, do not immediately vest upon a change in control if a replacement award is provided. However, the replacement award will vest immediately if, within a two-year period following a change in control, a plan participant is terminated without cause or leaves for good reason. In general, performance-based stock awards (other than those granted to Mr. Plant, as described above) will be converted to time-vested stock awards upon a change in control under the following terms: (i) if 50% or more of the performance period has been completed as of the date on which the change in control has occurred, then the number of shares or the value of the award will be based on actual performance
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completed as of the date of the change in control; or (ii) if less than 50% of the performance period has been completed as of the date on which the change in control has occurred, then the number of shares or the value of the award will be based on the target number or value.
The following table shows the severance payments and benefits that would have been payable if both a change in control and a termination without cause or resignation for good reason occurred on December 31, 2021, as well as the value of the unvested equity awards that would have become vested upon such termination or resignation. Equity award values are estimated using the Company’s closing stock price on December 31, 2021, which was $31.83 per share.
NameValue of change in control
severance and benefits
Value of equity awards on 12/31/2021
that would have immediately vested
Kenneth J. Giacobbe$2,661,889$11,858,298
Neil E. Marchuk$2,708,510$11,824,368
Lola F. Lin$2,362,052$1,375,024
Michael N. Chanatry$1,399,457$4,493,155
Retirement Benefits. If Mr. Giacobbe had voluntarily terminated employment as of December 31, 2021, it is estimated that his pension would have paid an annual annuity of  $49,275, starting immediately. Messrs. Plant, Marchuk, and Chanatry and Ms. Lin were not eligible to participate in the defined benefit pension plan, which was closed to employees hired after March 1, 2006 and subsequently frozen to future benefit accruals as of April 1, 2018.
2021 CEO Pay Ratio
Background
Item 402(u) of the SEC’s Regulation S-K requires disclosure of the ratio of the annual total compensation of our CEO to our median employee’s annual total compensation. The ratio disclosed below is a reasonable estimate calculated in a manner consistent with Item 402(u).
Methodology and Determined Ratio
The pay ratio disclosure rule permits companies to identify the median employee only once every three years, provided that there has not been a change in employee population or employee compensation arrangements that would significantly change the pay ratio disclosure. However, the total compensation amounts for both the median employee and the CEO to calculate the CEO pay ratio are required to be updated and disclosed on an annual basis.
In 2020, we determined the median employee by analyzing base salary and wages (including overtime, shift premium, etc.) for all active employees (annualized based on full-time or part-time hourly or salaried status for 2020 if employed for less than the full year) in and outside the United States as of December 31, 2020. For 2021, we calculated the median employee’s total compensation in accordance with the rules applicable to disclosure of compensation in the summary compensation table. The estimated total compensation of the median employee based on this methodology and criteria for 2021 is $58,921.
For purposes of calculating the Company’s CEO pay ratio, the Company determined the total CEO compensation by adding together the total compensation for Messrs. Plant and Oal, who were Co-CEOs of the Company in 2021 until Mr. Plant became the sole CEO on October 14, 2021. As a result, the total CEO compensation was $24,424,606. Consequently, the annual CEO total compensation is 415 times that of the median annual total compensation of all other employees in 2021.
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Item 4 Shareholder Proposal
The following shareholder proposal will be voted on at the annual meeting if properly presented by or on behalf of the shareholder proponent. Kenneth Steiner, 14 Stoner Ave., 2M, Great Neck, NY 11021, sponsored this proposal.
The Board recommends a vote “AGAINST” this shareholder proposal, for the reasons set forth following the proposal.
Proposal 4—Independent Board Chairman
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Shareholders request that the Board of Directors adopt an enduring policy, and amend the governing documents as necessary in order that 2 separate people hold the office of the Chairman and the office of the CEO as follows:
Selection of the Chairman of the Board The Board requires the separation of the offices of the Chairman of the Board and the Chief Executive Officer.
Whenever possible, the Chairman of the Board shall be an Independent Director.
The Board has the discretion to select a Temporary Chairman of the Board who is not an Independent Director to serve while the Board is seeking an Independent Chairman of the Board.
The Chairman shall not be a former CEO of the company.
This policy could be phased in when there is a contract renewal for our current CEO or for the next CEO transition.
This proposal topic won 52% support at Boeing and 54% support at Baxter International in 2020. Boeing then adopted this proposal topic in 2020. The roles of Chairman and CEO are fundamentally different and should be held by 2 directors, a CEO and a Chairman who is completely independent of the CEO and our company.
At the 2020 annual meeting Lowe’s (LOW) directors said that having a separate Chairman and Chief Executive Officer affords allows the Chairman to devote his time and attention to Board oversight. In less than a year Lowe’s stock price went from $130 to $200
Board oversight is an emerging red flag for Howmet. In 2020 the most negative votes for a director was 14 million. In 2021 the most negative votes for a director shot up to 68 million. Mr. Robert Leduc, chair of the management pay committee received 68 million negative votes. Two other directors received more than 42 million negative votes each.
And to top it off management pay was rejected by 188 million votes. 30 million more shares voted against management pay than voted in favor of it.
With the current CEO serving as Chair this means giving up a substantial check and balance safeguard that can only occur with an independent Board Chairman.
A lead director is no substitute for an independent board chairman. A lead director cannot call a special shareholder meeting and cannot even call a special meeting of the board. A lead director can delegate most of the lead director duties to the CEO office and then simply rubber-stamp it. There is no way shareholders can be sure of what goes on.
The lack of an independent Board Chairman is an unfortunate way to discourage new outside ideas and an unfortunate way to encourage the CEO to pursue pet projects that would not stand up to effective oversight.
Please vote yes:
Independent Board Chairman—Proposal 4
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The Board of Directors’ Statement in Opposition to Shareholder Proposal
The Board has considered the above proposal carefully, and believes that it is not in the best interests of our shareholders. Your Board therefore recommends that you vote “AGAINST” the proposal for the following reasons.
The Board believes that shareholders are best served if the Board retains the organizational flexibility to select the best person to serve as Chairman, giving consideration to relevant factors at any particular time. Effective corporate governance requires more than a mechanical, “one size fits all” approach, and should enable the Board to determine the leadership structure that it believes will work best given the dynamics of the Board and senior management and other factors at any particular time. The Board believes that it is uniquely qualified to evaluate the optimal leadership structure from time to time based upon its extensive experience with, and knowledge of, the Company’s strategy, operations, management structure and culture, as well as the strengths, skills and leadership styles of our directors and management and taking into account input from our shareholders. Although the Board currently believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders to have John C. Plant serve in the dual role of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, the Board is aware that in the future, there may be circumstances under which an independent Chairman would be appropriate, and the Board periodically reviews and assesses its leadership structure. Therefore, while the Board does not believe it is appropriate to have a policy requiring the separation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer roles, it also believes it should not have a policy requiring that they always be combined. Howmet Aerospace’s flexible approach is consistent with the practice at other U.S. public companies. Most companies in the S&P 500 do not have a policy mandating an independent chair, and do not currently have one: the 2021 Spencer Stuart Board Index found that approximately 63% of companies in the S&P 500 do not have an independent board chair.
Howmet Aerospace’s Current Board Leadership Structure Best Serves Howmet Aerospace and Its Shareholders. The Board believes that at the present time, Howmet Aerospace and its shareholders are best served by a leadership structure in which Mr. Plant serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, counterbalanced by a strong, independent Board led by an independent Lead Director who has specifically enumerated responsibilities. The Board believes this structure promotes better alignment of strategic development and execution, more effective implementation of strategic initiatives, and clearer accountability for their success or failure. Mr. Plant’s dual role also facilitates open and efficient communication between the Company’s executives and directors, enhancing the Board’s ability to monitor management. Furthermore, his in-depth knowledge of the Company, his significant leadership experience and his operational execution expertise make him particularly qualified to lead discussions on important matters affecting the Company. Having Mr. Plant both lead management and chair the Board has allowed the Company to obtain the benefit of his strategic and operational insights and strong leadership skills across the full range of responsibilities of the Company’s leadership, from day-to-day operational execution to long-term strategic direction. The benefit of Mr. Plant’s dual role was underscored when he led the Company from its announcement on February 8, 2019 that it would separate into two independent companies through the successful completion of the transaction on April 1, 2020, notwithstanding significant economic uncertainty, as well as volatility stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, from the April 1, 2020 separation date to February 28, 2022, Howmet Aerospace’s stock price increased 172%. This transformational transaction and ability to manage the Company well through the unprecedented pandemic, demonstrate the agility with which Mr. Plant, as both Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, can develop and execute our key initiatives to create value for shareholders despite headwinds.
Howmet Aerospace’s Strong Corporate Governance Practices Provide Effective, Independent Board Oversight. The Board is committed to good corporate governance and has adopted practices and procedures that promote Board independence and effective oversight of management:

All but one director on the Board are independent, as defined by the listing standards of the NYSE and the Company’s Director Independence Standards. As described in their biographies (see “Item 1—Election of Directors”), the Board’s independent directors possess the relevant business experience and skills to oversee management. The independent directors meet in executive session without the presence of management at least four times a year. The independent directors use these executive sessions to discuss matters of concern as well as any matter they deem appropriate, including discussing Howmet Aerospace’s leadership structure, and evaluating the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and other members of senior management.

The Board’s key standing committees—namely, the Audit Committee, the Compensation and Benefits Committee, the Finance Committee and the Governance and Nominating Committee—are each composed solely of independent directors. This entrusts to the independent directors the oversight of critical matters, such as the integrity of Howmet Aerospace’s financial
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statements, the compensation of Howmet Aerospace’s executive officers, including its Chief Executive Officer, and the evaluation of the Board and its committees. Mr. Plant does not serve on any of these Board committees.

The Board also recognizes the importance of strong independent Board leadership, as discussed above under “Corporate Governance—The Structure and Role of the Board of Directors—Board Leadership Structure.” Howmet Aerospace’s Corporate Governance Guidelines require that the independent directors annually select an independent Lead Director. The independent Lead Director’s responsibilities are substantially similar to many of the functions typically performed by an independent Chairman and include the following:

Meet regularly with the Chairman and serve as a liaison between the Chairman and the independent directors;

Communicate to the Chairman and management, as appropriate, any decisions reached, suggestions, views or concerns expressed by the independent directors during meetings, executive sessions and outside of board meetings;

Preside at all meetings of the Board at which the Chairman is not present, including executive sessions of the independent directors;

Facilitate effective and candid Board discussions and communications to optimize Board performance;

Approve meeting agendas and schedules to assure that there is sufficient time for discussion of all agenda items;

Ensure personal availability for consultation and communication with independent directors and with the Chairman, as appropriate;

Call executive sessions of the Board;

Call meetings of the independent directors, as the Lead Director may deem to be appropriate; and

Respond directly to shareholder and other stakeholder questions and comments that are directed to the Lead Director or to the independent directors as a group, with such consultation with the Chairman or other directors as the Lead Director may deem appropriate, and, if requested, ensure that he or she is available for consultation and direct communication with major shareholders, as appropriate.

The Governance and Nominating Committee evaluates each director and recommends to the Board whether each director should be nominated for election.
Based on the foregoing, the Board believes that the rigid policy advocated by the shareholder proposal would impair the Board’s ability to determine the optimal Board leadership structure and select the individual it believes is best suited to serve as Chairman. Preserving such flexibility for the Board, while maintaining an effective, balanced corporate governance structure, will continue to best serve the interests of the Company and its shareholders.
The Board of Directors recommends a vote “AGAINST” ITEM 4, the shareholder proposal, for the reasons discussed above.
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Questions and Answers About the Special Meeting and Voting
1.
When is the 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders?
The 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Howmet Aerospace Inc. will be held virtually via live webcast on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. If you plan attend the Annual Meeting, you should log into the website at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022 approximately fifteen minutes before the meeting is scheduled to begin.
2.
Who is entitled to vote and how many votes do I have?
If you were a holdershareholder of record of ArconicHowmet Aerospace common stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “common stock”), at the close of business on October 5, 2017,March 29, 2022, you are eligibleentitled to vote at the special meeting.Annual Meeting. For each matter presented for vote, you have one vote for each share you own.
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What is the difference between holding shares as a shareholder of record/registered shareholder and as a beneficial owner ofHow do I vote my shares?
Shareholder of Record or Registered Shareholder. If your shares of common stock are registered directly in your name with our transfer agent, Computershare Trust Company, N.A., you are considered a “shareholder of record” or a “registered shareholder” of those shares.
Before the Annual Meeting, by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 24, 2022, all shareholders of record can vote:
By Telephone or Internet.

By telephone within the U.S, U.S. territories and Canada: 1-800-690-6903

By internet: www.proxyvote.com
Follow the procedures and instructions described on the proxy card. You will need your 16-digit control number located on your proxy card or Notice. The telephone and internet voting procedures are designed to authenticate shareholders’ identities, to allow shareholders to vote their shares and to confirm that their instructions have been recorded properly.
By Mail. All shareholders of record who received paper copies of our proxy materials can also vote by mail using their proxy card. If you are a shareholder of record and received a Notice, you may request a written proxy card by following the instructions included in the Notice. If you sign and return your proxy card but do not mark any selections giving specific voting instructions, your shares represented by that proxy will be voted as recommended by the Board of Directors.
During the Live Webcast of the Annual Meeting. All shareholders of record or registered shareholders may vote during the live webcast of the Annual Meeting. You will need the 16-digit control number located on your Notice or proxy card to log in to the virtual meeting at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. Voting online during the Annual Meeting will replace any previous votes.
We encourage you to vote by proxy as soon as possible. The proxy committee will vote your shares according to your directions.
Beneficial Owner of Shares. If your shares are held in an account at a bank, brokerage firm or other similar organization, then you are a beneficial owner of shares held in street name.“street name”. In that case, you will have received these proxy materials from the bank, brokerage firm or other similar organization holding your account and, as a beneficial owner, you have the right to direct your bank, brokerage firm or similar organization as to how to vote the shares held in your account.
3.
How do IYour broker is not permitted to vote if I am a shareholder of record?
By Telephone or Internet.   All shareholders of record can vote by touchtone telephone within the United States, U.S. territories and Canada, using the toll-free telephone numberon your behalf on the proxy card, or throughelection of directors and other matters to be considered at the Internet, using the procedures and instructions describedAnnual Meeting (except on the proxy card. The telephone and Internet voting procedures are designed to authenticate shareholders’ identities, to allow shareholders to vote their shares and to confirm that theirratification of the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors for 2022), unless you provide specific instructions have been recorded properly.
By Written Proxy.   All shareholders of record can also vote by written proxy card. If you are a shareholder of record and receive a Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials (“Notice”), you may request a written proxy card by following the instructions included in the Notice. If you sign and return your proxy card but do not mark any selections giving specific voting instructions, your shares represented by that proxy will be voted as recommended by the Board of Directors.
In Person.   All shareholders of record may vote in person at the special meeting. See Question 5 below regarding how to obtain an admission ticket to attend the special meeting.
If no contrary instruction is indicated on your proxy, the proxy committee will vote the shares FOR the proposal to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, FOR the proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain any supermajority voting requirements and FOR the proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.
Whether you plan to attend the special meeting or not, we encourage you to vote by proxy as soon as possible. The proxy committee will vote your shares according to your directions.
4.
How do I vote if I am a beneficial owner of shares?
If you are a beneficial owner of shares of common stock, you can vote by completing and returning the voting instruction form from your broker, bank or other financial institution or following the instructions provided to you for voting your shares via
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telephone or the Internet.internet. For your vote to be counted, you will need to communicate your voting decisions to your broker, bank or other financial institution before the date of the Annual meeting. If you wish to vote your shares at the special meeting, you must obtain a legal proxy from your broker, bank or other financial institution and bring it with you to hand in with your ballot. See Question 5 below regarding how to obtain an admission ticket to the special meeting.
5.
How do I get an admission ticket to attend the special meeting?
You may attend the special meeting if you were a shareholder as of the close of business on the record date. If you plan to attend the meeting, you will need your 16-digit control number provided on the instructions that accompanied your proxy materials.
Howmet Aerospace Employee Savings Plan. Participants in the employee savings plan may attend and participate in the Annual Meeting but will not be able to vote online during the Annual Meeting. You must vote in advance of the Annual Meeting by providing the trustee of the employee savings plan with your voting instructions in advance of the meeting. You may do so by returning your voting instructions by mail, or submitting them by telephone or electronically through the internet. The trustee is the only one who can vote your shares and the trustee will vote your shares as you have instructed. If the trustee does not receive your instructions, your shares generally will be voted in proportion to the way the other plan participants voted. To allow sufficient time for voting by the trustee, your voting instructions must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 22, 2022.
4.
Can I change my vote?
There are several ways in which you may revoke your proxy or change your voting instructions before the Annual Meeting. In order to be counted, the revocation or change must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 24, 2022, or by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 22, 2022, in the case of instructions to the trustee of an admission ticket.employee savings plan.
To revoke your proxy or change your voting instructions:

Vote again by telephone or at the internet website;

Mail a revised proxy card or voting instruction form that is dated later than the prior one;

Shareholders of record may notify Howmet Aerospace’s Corporate Secretary’s Office in writing that a prior proxy is revoked; or

Employee savings plan participants may notify the plan trustee in writing that prior voting instructions are revoked or are changed.
The latest-dated, timely, properly completed proxy that you submit, whether by mail, telephone, or the internet, will count as your vote. If a vote has been recorded for your shares and you subsequentially submit a proxy card that is not properly signed and dated, then the previously recorded vote will stand.
Shareholders of record and beneficial owners of shares may vote online during the Annual Meeting. Voting online during the Annual Meeting will replace any previous votes.
5.
Who should I contact if I have questions or need assistance voting prior to the Annual Meeting?
Please contact Innisfree M&A Incorporated, our proxy solicitor assisting us in connection with the Annual Meeting. Shareholders may call toll-free at 1-877-750-8315. Banks and brokers may call collect at 1-212-750-5833.
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Is my vote confidential?
Yes. Proxy cards, ballots and voting tabulations that identify shareholders are kept confidential except:

as necessary to meet applicable legal requirements and to assert or defend claims for or against the Company;

in the case of a registeredcontested proxy solicitation;

to allow for the independent inspector of election to certify the results of the vote; or

if a shareholder makes a written comment on the proxy card or otherwise communicates his or her vote to management.
American Election Services, the independent proxy tabulator used by Howmet Aerospace, counts the votes and acts as the inspector of election for the 2022 Annual Meeting.
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7.
How do I ask a question at the meeting?
If you wish to submit a question prior to the Annual Meeting, you may do so beginning 5 days in advance of the Annual Meeting, by logging in to www.proxyvote.com entering your 16-digit control number located on your Notice, available and call 1-866-804-9594your proxy card or visit www.ArconicAdmissionTicket.com and follow the instructions provided. that accompanied your proxy materials. Once past the login screen, click on “Submit Questions”.
If you wish to submit a question during the Annual Meeting, you may do so by logging into the virtual meeting platform at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022 and entering the 16-digit control number, typing in your question into the “Ask a Question” field, and clicking “Submit.”
Questions pertinent to the Annual Meeting will be answered in the live Question and Answer session during the Annual Meeting, subject to time constraints. Any questions that cannot be answered during the Annual Meeting due to time constraints will be posted and answered at http://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Annual Meeting”. The questions and answers will be available as soon as practicable after the meeting.
A replay of the meeting will be available on our website at: www.howmet.com/annualmeeting/.
8.
Will there be a recording of the Annual Meeting webcast?
Yes, a recording of the Annual Meeting will be available on the company website at http://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Annual Meeting” for approximately 10 months following the date of the Annual Meeting.
9.
What constitutes a “quorum” for the meeting?
A quorum consists of a majority of the outstanding shares that are entitled to vote as of the record date present at the meeting or represented by proxy. Virtual attendance at the Annual Meeting constitutes presence in person for the purposes of a quorum. A quorum is necessary to conduct business at the Annual Meeting. Your shares will be counted as present at the Annual Meeting if you have properly voted by proxy. Abstentions and broker non-votes (if any) count as “shares present” at the meeting for purposes of determining a quorum. If you vote to abstain on one or more proposals, your shares will be counted as present for purposes of determining the presence of a quorum.
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What is the effect of an “ABSTAIN” vote?
If you choose to abstain in voting on the election of directors, your abstention will have no effect, as the required vote is calculated as follows: votes “FOR” divided by the sum of votes “FOR” plus votes “AGAINST.”
If you choose to abstain on voting on any other matter at our Annual Meeting, your abstention will be counted as a vote “AGAINST” the proposal, as the required vote is calculated as follows: votes “FOR” divided by the sum of votes “FOR” plus votes “AGAINST” plus votes “ABSTAINING.”
11.
What is a Broker Non-Vote?
A “broker non-vote” occurs when a broker bank or other financial institution holds your shares and you would like to attendsubmits a proxy for the meeting please write to: Arconic Inc., 201 Isabella Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5858, Attention: Diane Thummawith respect to a discretionary matter but does not vote on non-discretionary matters because the beneficial owner did not provide voting instructions on those matters. Under NYSE rules, the proposal to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for 2022 (Item 2) is considered a “discretionary” item. This means that brokerage firms may vote in their discretion on Item 2 on behalf of clients (beneficial owners) who have not furnished voting instructions at least 15 days before the date of the annual meeting. In contrast, all of the other proposals set forth in this Proxy Statement are “nondiscretionary” items—brokerage firms that have not received voting instructions from their clients on these matters may not vote on these proposals.
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12.
What is the voting requirement to approve each of the proposals, and how are votes counted?
At the close of business on March 29, 2022, the record date for the meeting, Howmet Aerospace had 417,622,524 shares of common stock outstanding. Each share of common stock outstanding on the record date is entitled to one vote for each director nominee and one vote for each of the other proposals to be voted on.
The Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”) and the NYSE listing standards govern the voting standards applicable to actions taken by our shareholders at the Annual Meeting. Under our Bylaws, assuming a quorum is present at the Annual Meeting, in all matters other than the election of directors, the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares present virtually or emailrepresented by proxy at the meeting and entitled to diane.thumma@arconic.com. Please includevote on the matter will be the act of the Company’s shareholders. Under the DGCL and our Bylaws, shares that abstain constitute shares that are present and entitled to vote, and have the practical effect of being voted “against” the matter, other than in the election of directors.
With respect to the election of directors, in order to be elected, each nominee must receive the affirmative vote of a copymajority of your brokerage account statementthe votes cast at the meeting in respect of his or her election, meaning that the number of shares voted “FOR” a legal proxy (which you can obtain from your broker, bank or other financial institution),director’s election exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the number of votes cast with respect to that director’s election. Broker non-votes and weabstentions will send you an admission ticket.have no impact, as they are not counted as votes cast for this purpose.
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What does it mean if I receive more than one Notice?
If you are a shareholder of record or participate in Arconic’sHowmet Aerospace’s Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan or employee savings plans,plan, you will receive one Notice (or if you are an employee with an Arconica Howmet Aerospace email address, an email proxy form) for all shares of common stock held in or credited to your accounts as of the record date, if the account names are exactly the same. If your shares are registered differently and are in more than one account, you will receive more than one Notice or email proxy form, and in that case, you can and are urged to vote all of your shares, which will require you to vote more than once. To avoid this situation in the future, we encourage you to have all accounts registered in the same name and address whenever possible. You can do this by contacting our transfer agent, Computershare, at 1-888-985-20581-800-851-9677 (in the United States and Canada) or 1-201-680-6578 (all other locations) or through the Computershare website, www.computershare.com.www.computershare.com.
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How do I vote if I participate in one of the employee savings plans?
You must provide the trustee of the employee savings plan with your voting instructions in advance of the special meeting. You may do so by returning your voting instructions by mail, or submitting them by telephone or electronically using the Internet. You cannot vote your shares in person at the special meeting; the trustee is the only one who can vote your shares. The trustee will vote your shares as you have instructed. If the trustee does not receive your instructions, your shares generally will be voted in proportion to the way the other plan participants voted. To allow sufficient time for voting by the trustee, your voting instructions must be received by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 28, 2017.
8.
Can I change my vote?
There are several ways in which you may revoke your proxy or change your voting instructions before the time of voting at the special meeting (please note that, in order to be counted, the revocation or change must be received by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 30, 2017, or by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 28, 2017 in the case of instructions to the trustee of an employee savings plan):

Vote again by telephone or at the Internet website.

Mail a revised proxy card or voting instruction form that is dated later than the prior one.

Shareholders of record may vote in person at the special meeting.

Shareholders of record may notify Arconic’s Corporate Secretary in writing that a prior proxy is revoked.

Employee savings plan participants may notify the plan trustee in writing that prior voting instructions are revoked or are changed.
9.
Is my vote confidential?
Yes. Proxy cards, ballots and voting tabulations that identify shareholders are kept confidential except:

as necessary to meet applicable legal requirements and to assert or defend claims for or against the Company or its successors;

in the case of a contested proxy solicitation;

if a shareholder makes a written comment on the proxy card or otherwise communicates his or her vote to management; or

to allow the independent judge of election to certify the results of the vote.
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Corporate Election Services, Inc., the independent proxy tabulator used by Arconic, counts the votes and acts as the judge of election for the special meeting.
10.
What happens if I do not instruct my broker how to vote?
Under New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) rules, the proposals to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain supermajority voting requirements and to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware will be elected on an annual basis following the Reincorporation, are each considered “non-discretionary” items. This means that brokerage firms may not14. exercise discretionary authority on behalf of clients (beneficial owners) who have not furnished voting instructions regarding any of the proposals to be voted on at the special meeting—brokerage firms that have not received voting instructions from their clients on these matters may not vote on these proposals. Therefore, if you hold your shares in street name, it is important that you cast your vote by instructing your bank, broker or other nominee on how to vote if you want your vote to be counted at the special meeting.
11.
What constitutes a “quorum” for the special meeting?
A quorum consists of a majority of the outstanding shares, present at the meeting or represented by proxy. A quorum is necessary to conduct business at the special meeting. You are part of the quorum if you have voted by proxy. If you vote to abstain on one or more proposals, your shares will be counted as present for purposes of determining the presence of a quorum unless you vote to abstain on all proposals, in which case your shares will not be counted as present for purposes of determining the presence of a quorum.
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What is the voting requirement to approve each of the proposals, and how are votes counted?
At the close of business on the record date for the special meeting, Arconic had outstanding 481,292,510 shares of common stock. Each share of common stock outstanding on the record date is entitled to one vote for each of the proposals to be voted on. Shares of preferred stock will not be entitled to vote on any of the proposals at the special meeting.
Under Pennsylvania law, the proposals to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain supermajority voting requirements and to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware will be elected on an annual basis following the Reincorporation each requires the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote thereon. “Votes cast” on these proposals means votes “for” or “against” a particular proposal, whether by proxy or in person. Abstentions are not considered “votes cast” on these proposals and therefore have no effect on the outcome of these proposals.
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Who pays for the solicitation of proxies?
Arconic pays the cost of soliciting proxies. Proxies will be solicited on behalf of the Board of Directors by mail, telephone, other electronic means or in person. We have retained Innisfree M&A Incorporated (“Innisfree”), 501 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022, to assist with the solicitation for an estimated fee of  $12,500, plus expenses. We will reimburse brokerage firms and other custodians, nominees and fiduciaries for their reasonable out-of-pocket expenses for sending proxy materials to shareholders and obtaining their votes.
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What is “householding”?
Shareholders of record who have the same last name and address and who request paper copies of the proxy materials will receive only one copy unless one or more of them notifies us that they wish to receive individual copies. This method of delivery, known as “householding,” will help ensure that shareholder households do not receive multiple copies of the same document, helping to reduce our printing and postage costs, as well as saving natural resources. Householding will not in any way affect dividend check mailings.
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WePrior to the Annual Meeting, we will deliver promptly upon written or oral request a separate copy of the 2021 Annual Report, 2022 Proxy Statement, or other proxy statement or Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materialsmaterials, as applicable, to a security holder at a shared address to which a single copy of the document was delivered. Please direct such requests to Diane ThummaBroadridge Financial Services at Arconic1-866-540-7095 or sending a written request by mail to Broadridge Financial Services, Inc., 201 Isabella Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5858, Attention: Diane Thumma, or email to diane.thumma@arconic.com or call 1-412-553-1245.Householding Department, 51 Mercedes Way, Edgewood, NY 11717.
Shareholders of record may request to begin or to discontinue householding in the future by contacting our transfer agent, Computershare Trust Company, N.A., at 1-888-985-20581-800-851-9677 (in the United States and Canada), 1-201-680-6578 (all other locations), by regular mail to Computershare Investor Services, P.O. Box 505000, Louisville, KY 40233-5000 by overnight delivery to Computershare, 462 South 4th Street Suite 1600 Louisville, KY 40202, or through the Computershare website, www.computershare.com.
Shareholders owning their shares through a bank, broker or other nomineesimilar organization may request to begin or to discontinue householding by contacting their bank, broker or other nominee.
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Who should I contact if I have any questions?
Shareholders with questions or who need assistance in voting their shares may call Innisfree toll-free at (877) 750-5836. Banks and brokers may call collect at 1-212-750-5833.nominee.
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PROPOSALS
The Proposals
Arconic is asking shareholders to:
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approve the merger of the Company with a newly formed direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company incorporated in Delaware (“Arconic Delaware” or, following the Reincorporation, the “Company”) in order to effect the change of the Company’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware;
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approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain any supermajority voting requirements; and
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approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.
On September 19, 2017, our Board of Directors (the “Board”) approved the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, subject to the authority of the Board, in its discretion, to determine that it is in the best interests of Arconic and its shareholders to abandon the Reincorporation Merger and the Reincorporation. If approved by shareholders, the Reincorporation will be effected through the merger of the Company with and into Arconic Delaware, with Arconic Delaware surviving the merger. The name of the Company after the Reincorporation will remain Arconic Inc. No further action on the part of shareholders will be required to implement, or to abandon, the Reincorporation. For purposes of the discussion below, the Company as it currently exists as a corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is sometimes referred to herein as “Arconic Pennsylvania.”
The principal effects of the Reincorporation will be that:

The affairs of the Company will cease to be governed by Pennsylvania corporation laws and will become subject to Delaware corporation laws.

Each outstanding share of common stock, par value $1.00 per share, of Arconic Pennsylvania will automatically be converted into one share of common stock, par value $1.00 per share, of Arconic Delaware. Each outstanding share of preferred stock of Arconic Pennsylvania will automatically be converted into one share of preferred stock of Arconic Delaware with the same respective par value. All of our employee benefit and compensation plans immediately prior to the Reincorporation will be continued by Arconic Delaware, and each outstanding equity award and notional share unit relating to shares of Arconic Pennsylvania’s common stock will be converted into an equity award or notional share unit, as applicable, relating to an equivalent number of shares of Arconic Delaware’s common stock on the same terms and subject to the same conditions.

Other than the change in corporate domicile, the Reincorporation will not result in any change in the business, physical location, management, financial condition or number of authorized shares of the Company, nor will it result in any change in location of our current employees, including management.

The Company’s existing Articles of Incorporation (the “Pennsylvania Articles”) and existing By-Laws (the “Pennsylvania By-Laws”) will be replaced by a new Certificate of Incorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) and new Bylaws (the “Delaware Bylaws”), as more fully described below.

The Delaware Certificate and the Delaware Bylaws will not contain any supermajority voting requirements. The Pennsylvania Articles currently contain provisions that require the affirmative vote of 80% of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Company to (a) amend Article SEVENTH of the Pennsylvania Articles, which provides that certain repurchases of capital stock from interested shareholders require approval by the Company’s other shareholders; (b) amend Article EIGHTH of the Pennsylvania Articles, which addresses the Board size, the classified Board structure, nominations for the election of directors, removal of directors and filling vacancies on the Board; and (c) remove directors with or without cause.
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The Delaware Certificate and the Delaware Bylaws will provide that the Board will be completely declassified and that all directors elected at each annual meeting will be elected on an annual basis with one-year terms. Under the Pennsylvania Articles, the Board is currently divided into three classes, as nearly equal in number as possible, composed of directors each serving terms of office of three years.

The Delaware Certificate will generally provide that the sole and exclusive forum for any (i) derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf of the Company, (ii) action asserting a claim for or based on a breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Company to the Company or to the Company’s stockholders, (iii) action asserting a claim against the Company or any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Company arising pursuant to any provision of the Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”) or the Delaware Certificate or the Delaware Bylaws, (iv) action asserting a claim related to or involving the Company that is governed by the internal affairs doctrine or (v) action asserting an “internal corporate claim” as that term is defined under Delaware law, will be a state court located within the State of Delaware (or, if no state court located within the State of Delaware has jurisdiction, the federal court for the District of Delaware).

Certain other key substantive rights of Arconic Pennsylvania shareholders, such as majority voting in uncontested director elections and the right of shareholders to call a special meeting, will remain in effect for Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation. See the comparison contained in the chart below under the heading “Comparison of Corporate Laws and Governance Between Arconic Pennsylvania and Arconic Delaware.”
Certain Risks Associated with the Reincorporation
Notwithstanding the belief of the Board as to the benefits to our shareholders of the Reincorporation, there can be no assurance that the Reincorporation will result in the benefits discussed in this proxy statement, including the benefits of or resulting from access to Delaware courts, incorporation under Delaware law, the ability to attract and retain qualified directors and officers or certain changes in our corporate governance. In addition, the Delaware Certificate and the Delaware Bylaws, in comparison to the Pennsylvania Articles and the Pennsylvania By-Laws, contain or eliminate certain provisions that may have the effect of reducing certain rights of stockholders.
Furthermore, Arconic Delaware will not be subject to certain statutory takeover provisions that currently apply to Arconic Pennsylvania, which could impact Arconic Delaware’s ability to resist or negotiate in the event of a takeover bid that the Board believes is not in the best interests of Arconic Delaware or its stockholders. However, Arconic Delaware will be subject to some statutory provisions of Delaware law that may have anti-takeover effects, such as Section 203 of the DGCL. See the “Comparison of Corporate Laws and Governance Between Arconic Pennsylvania and Arconic Delaware” section for more details.
General Information
Shareholders are urged to read these proposals carefully, including all of the related exhibits referenced below and attached to this proxy statement, before voting on the Reincorporation and the other proposals to be considered at the special meeting. The following discussion summarizes material provisions of the Reincorporation. This summary is subject to and qualified in its entirety by the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Reincorporation Merger Agreement”), dated as of October 12, 2017, by and between Arconic Pennsylvania and Arconic Delaware, attached hereto as Exhibit A, the Delaware Certificate, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit B, and the Delaware Bylaws, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit C. Copies of the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws are filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) as exhibits to our periodic reports and also are available for inspection at our principal executive offices. Copies will be sent to shareholders free of charge upon written request to Arconic Inc., Corporate Communications, 201 Isabella Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5858.
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Reasons for the Reincorporation
Background
In connection with the Company’s 2017 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “2017 Annual Meeting”), the Board submitted certain proposals for shareholder approval at the 2017 Annual Meeting to eliminate the supermajority voting provisions in the Pennsylvania Articles and to declassify the Board structure. In the Company’s definitive proxy statement for the 2017 Annual Meeting, the Company stated that such proposals required the approval of the holders of 80% of the outstanding common stock of the Company under the Pennsylvania Articles and if they received the approval of less than 80% of the outstanding common stock, the Company intended to submit for shareholder approval at or prior to the 2018 annual meeting of shareholders one or more proposals to effect the change of the Company’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware by means of a reincorporation merger, and that the Board structure of the resulting Delaware corporation would be declassified, and its organizational documents would not contain any supermajority vote requirements.
In addition, prior to the 2017 Annual Meeting, Arconic entered into an agreement with affiliates of Elliott Management Corporation (“Elliott”) to resolve the proxy contest Elliott had commenced in connection with the 2017 Annual Meeting and, as part of the agreement, Arconic agreed to use reasonable best efforts to reincorporate in Delaware on or prior to December 31, 2017. As part of the agreement, Elliott agreed to cause to be present for quorum purposes at the special meeting all Arconic common stock that Elliott or any of their affiliates have the right to vote as of the record date, and vote or cause to be voted all such common stock in favor of the approval of the Reincorporation and related proposals.
At the 2017 Annual Meeting, each proposal to eliminate supermajority voting requirements and to declassify the Board received the support of approximately 97% of the votes cast, but failed to receive the requisite approval of 80% of the outstanding shares of the Company. In accordance with the views expressed by its shareholders and the agreement with Elliott, Arconic is seeking to complete the Reincorporation on or prior to December 31, 2017.
Reasons for Reincorporation in Delaware
The State of Delaware has been a leading jurisdiction in adopting a comprehensive and coherent set of corporate laws that are responsive to the evolving legal and business needs of corporations organized under Delaware law. The Board believes that it is important for Arconic to be able to draw upon well-established principles of corporate governance in making legal and business decisions. The prominence and predictability of Delaware corporate law provide a reliable foundation on which our governance decisions can be based, and we believe that our shareholders will benefit from the responsiveness of Delaware corporate law to their needs. In addition, the Board believes that direct benefits that Delaware law provides to a corporation indirectly benefit the shareholders, who are our owners. Specifically, the Board believes that there are several benefits in the Reincorporation, as summarized below.
Access to Specialized Courts.   Delaware has a specialized court of equity called the Court of Chancery that hears corporate law cases. The Delaware Court of Chancery operates under rules that are intended to ensure litigation of disputes in a timely and effective way, keeping in mind the timelines and constraints of business decision-making and market dynamics. The appellate process on decisions emanating from the Court of Chancery is similarly streamlined, and the justices of Delaware appellate courts tend to have substantial experience with corporate cases because of the relatively higher volume of these cases in the Delaware courts. As the leading state of incorporation for both private and public companies, Delaware has developed a vast body of corporate law that helps to promote greater consistency and predictability in judicial rulings. In contrast, Pennsylvania does not have a similar specialized court established to hear corporate law cases. Rather, disputes involving questions of Pennsylvania corporate law are either heard by the Pennsylvania Courts of Common Pleas, the general trial courts in Pennsylvania that hears all manner of cases, or, if federal jurisdiction exists, a federal district court. These courts hear many different types of cases, and the cases may be heard before judges or juries with limited corporate law experience. As a result, corporate law cases brought in Pennsylvania may not proceed as expeditiously as cases brought in Delaware and the outcomes in such courts may be less consistent and predictable.
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Highly Developed and Predictable Corporate Law.   Delaware has one of the most modern statutory corporation codes, which is revised regularly in response to changing legal and business needs of corporations. The Delaware legislature is particularly responsive to developments in modern corporate law and Delaware has proven sensitive to changing needs of corporations and their shareholders. The Delaware Secretary of State is viewed as particularly flexible and responsive in its administration of the filings required for mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactions. Delaware has become a preferred domicile for most major American corporations and the DGCL and administrative practices have become comparatively well-known and widely understood. As a result of these factors, it is anticipated that the DGCL will provide greater efficiency, predictability and flexibility in the Company’s legal affairs than is presently available under Pennsylvania law. In addition, Delaware case law provides a well-developed body of law defining the proper duties and decision making processes expected of boards of directors in evaluating potential or proposed extraordinary corporate transactions.
Enhanced Ability to Attract and Retain Directors and Officers.   The Board believes that the Reincorporation will enhance our ability to attract and retain qualified directors and officers, as well as encourage directors and officers to continue to make independent decisions in good faith on behalf of the Company. We are in a competitive industry and compete for talented individuals to serve on our management team and on our Board of Directors. The vast majority of public companies are incorporated in Delaware. Not only is Delaware law more familiar to directors, it also offers greater certainty and stability from the perspective of those who serve as corporate officers and directors. The parameters of director and officer liability are more extensively addressed in Delaware court decisions and are therefore better defined and better understood than under Pennsylvania law. The Board believes that the Reincorporation will enhance our ability to recruit and retain directors and officers. We believe that the better understood and comparatively stable corporate environment afforded by Delaware law will enable us to compete more effectively with other public companies in the recruitment of talented and experienced directors and officers.
Shareholder-Friendly Corporate Governance Changes.   The Pennsylvania Articles currently provide that amendments to certain provisions relating to fair price protection, director elections, director removal and the classified structure of the Board require the approval of the holders of 80% of the outstanding common stock of the Company. In connection with the Reincorporation, the Delaware Certificate and the Delaware Bylaws will not contain any supermajority voting requirements and will provide for a declassified Board structure. The Board believes that a majority voting standard for shareholder action will ensure that actions may be taken to reflect the expressed views of the holders of a majority of the voting power, rather than requiring that a supermajority percentage of the Company’s outstanding shares be voted in favor of a proposal, which can result in the failure of the proposal to be approved if more than 20% of the Company’s outstanding shares simply fail to vote either for or against the proposal. The Board has also considered that the potential advantages of declassifying the Board structure include the ability of shareholders to evaluate directors annually. An annually elected Board structure is also perceived by many institutional shareholders as increasing the accountability of directors to shareholders. The foregoing corporate governance changes were previously proposed by the Board at the 2017 Annual Meeting and overwhelmingly supported by our shareholders, with each proposal receiving the support of approximately 97% of the votes cast, but failed to receive the requisite approval of 80% of the outstanding shares of the Company under the Pennsylvania Articles.
Changes to the Business of the Company as a Result of the Reincorporation
Other than the change in corporate domicile, the Reincorporation will not result in any change in the business, physical location, management, financial condition or number of authorized shares of the Company, nor will it result in any change in location of our current employees, including management. Upon consummation of the Reincorporation, our principal executive offices will continue to be located at 390 Park Avenue, New York, NY. The consolidated financial condition and results of operations of Arconic Delaware immediately after consummation of the Reincorporation will be the same as those of Arconic Pennsylvania immediately before the consummation of the Reincorporation. In addition, upon the effectiveness of the Reincorporation, the Board of Arconic Delaware immediately after consummation of the Reincorporation will consist of those persons serving on the Board of Arconic Pennsylvania immediately prior to the Reincorporation, and the individuals serving as executive officers of Arconic
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Pennsylvania immediately prior to the Reincorporation will continue to serve as executive officers of Arconic Delaware immediately after consummation of the Reincorporation, without any change in title or responsibilities. Upon effectiveness of the Reincorporation, Arconic Delaware will be the successor in interest to Arconic Pennsylvania, and the shareholders of Arconic Pennsylvania will become stockholders of Arconic Delaware.
Mechanics of the Reincorporation
The Reincorporation will be effected by the merger of Arconic Pennsylvania with and into Arconic Delaware, a direct wholly owned subsidiary of the Company incorporated under the DGCL for purposes of the Reincorporation, in the Reincorporation Merger. The Company as it currently exists as a Pennsylvania corporation will cease to exist as a result of the Reincorporation Merger, and Arconic Delaware will be the surviving corporation and will continue to operate our business as it existed prior to the Reincorporation. The existing holders of our common stock will own all of the outstanding shares of Arconic Delaware common stock, and no other change in ownership will result from the Reincorporation.
At the Effective Time, we will be governed by the Delaware Certificate, the Delaware Bylaws and the DGCL. Although the Delaware Certificate, the Delaware Bylaws and the DGCL contain many provisions that are similar to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Articles, the Pennsylvania By-Laws and the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law (the “PBCL”), they do include certain provisions that are different, as described in more detail below.
If our shareholders approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, and Arconic effects it, upon the Effective Time, each outstanding share of common stock, par value $1.00 per share, of Arconic Pennsylvania will automatically be converted into one share of common stock, par value $1.00 per share, of Arconic Delaware. Each outstanding share of preferred stock of Arconic Pennsylvania will automatically be converted into one share of preferred stock of Arconic Delaware with the same respective par value. All of our employee benefit and compensation plans immediately prior to the Reincorporation will be continued by Arconic Delaware, and each outstanding equity award and notional share unit relating to shares of Arconic Pennsylvania’s common stock will be converted into an equity award or notional share unit, as applicable, relating to an equivalent number of shares of Arconic Delaware’s common stock on the same terms and subject to the same conditions. The registration statements of Arconic Pennsylvania on file with the SEC immediately prior to the Reincorporation will be assumed by Arconic Delaware.
Our common stock is listed for trading on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the ticker symbol “ARNC.” After the Reincorporation, Arconic Delaware’s common stock will be traded on the NYSE, without interruption, under the same symbol.
Shares Held in Book-Entry and Through a Bank, Broker or Other Nominee
The conversion of shares of common and preferred stock of Arconic Pennsylvania into corresponding shares of common and preferred stock of Arconic Delaware will occur automatically at the Effective Time without any additional action on the part of shareholders.
Upon the Reincorporation, we intend to treat shareholders holding shares of our common stock or preferred stock in “street name” (that is, through a bank, broker or other nominee) in the same manner as registered shareholders whose shares of our common stock are registered in their names. Banks, brokers or other nominees will be instructed to effect the Reincorporation for their beneficial holders holding shares of our common stock or preferred stock in “street name”; however, these banks, brokers or other nominees may apply their own specific procedures for processing the Reincorporation. If you hold your shares of our common stock or preferred stock with a bank, broker or other nominee, and you have any questions in this regard, we encourage you to contact your nominee.
If you hold registered shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock or preferred stock (including any fractional shares) in a book-entry form, you do not need to take any action to receive your post-Reincorporation shares of Arconic Delaware common stock or preferred stock, as applicable, in registered book-entry form. A transaction statement will automatically be sent to your address of record as soon as practicable after the Effective Time indicating the number of shares of Arconic Delaware common stock or preferred stock you hold.
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If you hold any of your shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock or preferred stock in certificate form, you will receive a transmittal letter from our transfer agent as soon as practicable after the Effective Time. The transmittal letter will be accompanied by instructions specifying how you can exchange your certificate representing shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock or preferred stock for either: (1) a certificate representing post-Reincorporation shares of Arconic Delaware common stock or preferred stock, as applicable, or (2) post-Reincorporation shares of Arconic Delaware common stock or preferred stock, as applicable, in a book-entry form, evidenced by a transaction statement that will be sent to your address of record as soon as practicable after the Effective Time indicating the number of shares of our common stock or preferred stock you hold. Beginning at the Effective Time, each certificate representing Arconic Pennsylvania common stock or preferred stock will be deemed for all corporate purposes to evidence ownership of Arconic Delaware common stock or preferred stock, as applicable.
Shareholders should not destroy any share certificate(s) and should not submit any share certificate(s) until requested to do so. Certificates currently issued for shares in Arconic Pennsylvania will automatically represent shares in Arconic Delaware upon completion of the Reincorporation Merger. After receiving the transmittal letter described above, shareholders may elect to receive either certificated or book-entry form shares of Arconic Delaware in exchange for their certificates by following the instructions in the transmittal letter.
Effective Time
If our shareholders approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, and Arconic effects it, the Reincorporation will become effective at the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger, pursuant to the filings of the Merger Certificates in the Pennsylvania Department of State and with the Delaware Secretary of State effecting the Reincorporation Merger. Assuming approval by our shareholders, the Company currently expects the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger to occur on or about December 31, 2017.
If, at any time prior to the Effective Time, the Board, in its discretion, determines that it is in Arconic’s best interests and the best interests of Arconic’s shareholders to delay the filing of the Merger Certificates or abandon the Reincorporation, the Reincorporation may be delayed or abandoned, without any further action by our shareholders.
Effect on Preferred Stock and Convertible Notes
Preferred Stock
Pursuant to the Pennsylvania Articles, the Company’s current authorized capital stock consists of 660,000 shares of Serial Preferred Stock, par value $100 per share (“Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock”), 10,000,000 shares of Class B Serial Preferred Stock, par value of  $1.00 per share (the “Pennsylvania Class B Preferred Stock” and together with the Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock, the “Pennsylvania Preferred Stock”), and 600,000,000 shares of common stock. The Reincorporation would not impact the total authorized number of shares of preferred stock or common stock, or the par value of the preferred stock or the common stock. The Delaware Certificate will authorize the same number of shares of the common stock and each class of preferred stock at the same corresponding par values. The Delaware Certificate will also provide that the Board may authorize the issuance from time to time of shares of preferred stock in one or more series, and may specify the number of shares to be included in each such series and to fix the designations, powers, rights and preferences of the shares of each such series, and the qualifications, limitations and restrictions thereof, pursuant to the Delaware Certificate and Delaware law.
As of October 5, 2017, the following shares of preferred stock were issued and outstanding: 546,024 shares of Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock designated as $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock. In the Reincorporation, each share of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time will automatically be converted into one share of preferred stock, of the same par value, of Arconic Delaware.
Convertible Notes
If the Reincorporation is approved by our shareholders, prior to the Reincorporation Merger, Arconic Pennsylvania intends to merge RTI International Metals, Inc. (“RTI”), a wholly owned subsidiary of
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Arconic Pennsylvania, with and into Arconic Pennsylvania. Arconic Pennsylvania will be the surviving entity of that merger (the “RTI Merger”). The RTI Merger will result in Arconic Pennsylvania replacing RTI as the issuer and primary obligor under RTI’s outstanding 1.63% Convertible Notes due 2019 (the “Convertible Notes”). The Reincorporation Merger will then result in Arconic Delaware replacing Arconic Pennsylvania as the issuer and primary obligor under the terms of the Convertible Notes, and the Convertible Notes will become convertible into shares of Arconic Delaware common stock rather than Arconic Pennsylvania common stock.
Effect on Dividends
Under Pennsylvania law, holders of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock are only entitled to receive such dividends payable on our common stock as the Board may declare out of funds legally available for such payments. The Reincorporation is not expected to materially affect the status of such holders’ entitlement to dividends. Under Delaware law, holders of Arconic Delaware common stock will only be entitled to receive such dividends payable on Arconic Delaware common stock as the Board may declare out of funds legally available for such payments.
The Board reviews the appropriateness of the dividend on our common stock each quarter. The determination of the amount of future dividends on our common stock will depend on our future earnings, capital requirements, financial condition and other relevant factors. The Board may determine to reduce or eliminate our common stock dividend in the event of material future deteriorations in business conditions.
Comparison of Corporate Laws and Governance Between Arconic Pennsylvania and Arconic Delaware
The following summarizes a comparison of certain provisions of the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws and Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws, as well as certain provisions of Pennsylvania law and Delaware law. The comparison highlights important differences, but is not intended to list all differences, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws, and the Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws. Shareholders are encouraged to read the Delaware Certificate, the Delaware Bylaws, the Pennsylvania Articles and the Pennsylvania By-Laws in their entirety. The Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws are attached to this proxy statement as Exhibit B and Exhibit C, respectively, and the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws are filed publicly as exhibits to our periodic reports with the SEC. In addition, shareholders are encouraged to read the PBCL and the DGCL.
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Shareholder Approval of Certain Business Combinations
Under Section 2538 of the PBCL, the approval of shareholders holding at least a majority of voting shares (excluding the interested shareholders’ vote) is generally required for certain transactions such as mergers or share exchanges with an “interested shareholder,” unless (i) the transaction has been approved by a majority of the directors not associated with the interested shareholder, (ii) the transaction satisfies a statutory minimum price standard, or (iii) the transaction is effected as a statutory short-form merger by an 80% shareholder.
Sections 2551 –  2556 of the PBCL prohibit “business combinations” with “interested shareholders” holding at
Under Section 203 of the DGCL, a Delaware corporation is generally prohibited from engaging in a “business combination” with an “interested stockholder” for three years following the time that such person or entity becomes an interested stockholder, unless (i) prior to the time that such stockholder became an interested stockholder, the board of directors approved either the business combination or the transaction which resulted in the stockholding becoming an interested stockholder, (ii) upon consummation of the transaction which resulted in the stockholder becoming an interested stockholder, the interested stockholder owned at least 85% of the outstanding voting stock, excluding for purposes of determining the voting stock outstanding (but not the outstanding
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least 20% of a company’s voting power, unless (i) the board of directors had approved either the transaction or the interested shareholder’s acquisition of its 20% or more interest, (ii) the interested shareholder holds at least 80% of the corporation’s voting power and the transaction satisfies specified minimum-price and other requirements and is approved by a majority of the shares not held by the interested shareholder, or (iii) at least five years have passed after the interested shareholder acquired its 20% or more interest, and (A) the transaction is approved by a majority of the shares not held by the interested shareholder, or (B) the transaction is approved by a majority of all shares and the transactions satisfies specified minimum-price and other requirements. Arconic Pennsylvania has not opted out of these requirements.
In addition, the Pennsylvania Articles provide that the Company shall not knowingly engage in any stock repurchase from an “interested shareholder” without the affirmative vote of not less than a majority of the votes entitled to be cast by the holders of all then outstanding shares which are beneficially owned by persons other than such interested shareholder.
voting stock owned by the interested stockholder) those shares owned (A) by persons who are directors and also officers and (B) employee stock plans in which employee participants do not have the right to determine confidentially whether shares subject to the plan will be tendered in a tender or exchange offer, or (iii) at or following the time that such stockholder become an interested stockholder, the board of directors and two-thirds of the shares (other than owned by the interested stockholder) approve the transaction. A corporation may “opt out” of Section 203 of the DGCL in its certificate of incorporation. The Company currently expects that Arconic Delaware will be subject to Section 203 of the DGCL.
The Delaware Certificate does not include an analogous provision to the Pennsylvania Articles requiring shareholder approval for stock repurchases from interested stockholders.
Pennsylvania Anti-Takeover Provisions
Under Section 2545 of the PBCL, a “control transaction” (an acquisition by a person or group of the voting power over at least 20% of the voting shares of a corporation) involving certain registered corporations requires the controlling person or group to provide prompt notice of the transaction to each shareholder and to a Pennsylvania court, and shareholders may make a written demand on the controlling person or group for payment of the fair value of their shares, subject to certain appraisal rights.
Under Section 2564 of the PBCL, shares of certain registered corporations acquired in a “control-share acquisition” (in which an acquirer first gains voting
The DGCL does not have analogous anti-takeover provisions.
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power of at least 20%, 33 1/3% or 50%) have no voting rights unless a resolution approved by a vote of a majority of the disinterested shares restores their voting rights.
Arconic Pennsylvania has not opted out of either of these provisions.
Directors’ Fiduciary Duties
Under Section 1712 of the PBCL, directors of Pennsylvania corporations owe their fiduciary duties to the corporation, and must perform their duties as a director in good faith, in a manner they reasonably believe to be in the best interests of the corporation and with such care, including reasonable inquiry, skill and diligence, as a person of ordinary prudence would use under similar circumstances.
Under Section 1715 of the PBCL, in discharging the duties of their respective positions, the board of directors, committees of the board and individual directors may, in considering the best interests of the corporation, consider to the extent they deem appropriate: (1) the effects of any action upon any or all groups affected by such action, including shareholders, employees, suppliers, customers and creditors of the corporation, and upon communities in which offices or other establishments of the corporation are located, (2) the short-term and long-term interests of the corporation, including benefits that may accrue to the corporation from its long-term plans and the possibility that these interests may be best served by the continued independence of the corporation, (3) the resources, intent and conduct (past, stated and potential) of any person seeking to acquire control of the corporation and (4) all other pertinent factors.
Delaware law generally provides that directors owe their fiduciary duties to the stockholders of a company, and must generally consider the best interests of stockholders above other constituencies, except in certain distressed company situations, in which directors may also owe duties to the company as an “enterprise,” which may be asserted in derivative claims on behalf of the company by other constituencies such as creditors.
Section 1715 further provides that the fiduciary duty of directors does not require directors to redeem any shareholder rights plan, approve or take any action under section 2554 or other anti-takeover provisions, or otherwise take action solely because of the effect that such action might have on a
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proposed acquisition of control of the corporation or the consideration that might be paid to shareholders in such an acquisition.
Board SizeUnder the Pennsylvania By-Laws, the number of directors is 13, and the Board is authorized to increase or decrease the number of directors without a vote of the shareholders, provided that such number is not less than 7 nor more than 15.The Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws provide that, subject to any rights of holders of preferred stock to elect directors, the number of directors is fixed exclusively by the Board. The Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws do not specify the number of directors or provide for a minimum or maximum number of directors.
Shareholder Action by Written Consent
Section 1766 of the PBCL permits shareholder action by unanimous consent unless a corporation’s bylaws provide otherwise. For “registered corporations” such as Arconic Pennsylvania, shareholders may take action by the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize the action at a meeting only if the articles of incorporation affirmatively provide for it.
The Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws permit shareholders to take action by written consent, provided that a consent or consents in writing to such action, setting forth the action so taken, be (1) signed by the shareholders who would have been entitled to cast the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize the action at a meeting at which all shareholders entitled to vote thereon were present and voting and (2) filed with the secretary of the Company.
Under Delaware law, shareholders are generally permitted to act by written consent in lieu of a shareholder meeting unless the certificate of incorporation provides otherwise.
Section 228 of the DGCL permits stockholder action by the written consent of the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares entitled to vote thereon were present and voted, unless otherwise provided in a corporation’s certificate of incorporation.
The Delaware Certificate provides that stockholders may take action without a meeting if a consent or consents shall be signed by the holders of stock of Arconic Delaware having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares of stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote thereon were present and voted.
Special Meetings of ShareholdersUnder the Pennsylvania Articles, a special meeting of shareholders may only be called by (1) the chairman of the board, (2) the board of directors pursuant to a resolution adopted by the board, (3) the Secretary of the Company at the request in proper form of an “interested shareholder” (as defined in Section 2553 of the PBCL) for the purpose of approving certain business combinations under the PBCL or (4) theUnder Section 211 of the DGCL, a special meeting of shareholders may be called by the board of directors or by such person or persons as may be authorized to do so in the certificate of incorporation or the bylaws. The Delaware Certificate provides stockholders with substantially the same right to call special meetings as provided under the Pennsylvania Articles, except without a provision analogous to the provision in the Pennsylvania Articles
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Secretary of the Company at the request in proper form of shareholders who have continuously held as shareholders of record net long shares representing in the aggregate at least 25% percent of the outstanding shares of common stock of the Company for at least one year prior to the date such request is delivered to the Secretary.for requests by an “interested shareholder” for the purpose of approving certain business combinations.
Vacancies on the Board of Directors
Under Section 1725 of the PBCL, vacancies in the board of directors of a corporation, including vacancies resulting from an increase in the number of directors, may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining members of the board though less than a quorum, or by a sole remaining director.
The Pennsylvania Articles provide that vacancies in the board of directors, including vacancies resulting from an increase in the number of directors, shall be filled only by a majority vote of the remaining directors then in office, though less than a quorum, except that vacancies resulting from removal from office by a vote of the shareholders may be filled by the shareholders at the same meeting at which such removal occurs. Under the Pennsylvania Articles, the affirmative vote of 80% of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Company is required to amend or repeal, or adopt any provisions inconsistent with, this provision.
Under Section 223 of the DGCL, vacancies and newly created directorships may be filled by a majority of directors then in office, even if less than a quorum, or by a sole remaining director, unless otherwise provided for in a corporation’s certificate of incorporation or bylaws (or unless the certificate of incorporation directs that a particular class of stock is to elect such director(s), in which case a majority of the directors elected by such class, or a sole remaining director so elected, shall fill such vacancy or newly created directorship).
Like the Pennsylvania Articles, the Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws provide that vacancies in the board of directors, including vacancies resulting from an increase in the number of directors, shall be filled only by a majority vote of the remaining directors then in office, though less than a quorum. However, under the Delaware Certificate, amendments to this provision are subject to amendment by the affirmative vote of a majority (rather than 80%) of the voting power of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote thereon.
Classification of Board of DirectorsSection 1724 of the PBCL provides that each director of a corporation will be selected for the term of office provided in the bylaws, which must be one year and until his successor has been selected and qualified or until his earlier death, resignation or removal, unless the board is classified. If the board is classified, except as otherwise provided in the articles of incorporation: (1) each class must be as nearly equal in number as possible, (2) the term of office of at leastSection 141 of the DGCL permits a board of directors, by the certificate of incorporation or by an initial bylaw, or by a bylaw adopted by a vote of the stockholders, to be divided into one, two or three classes; the term of office of those of the first class to expire at the first annual meeting held after such classification becomes effective; of the second class one year thereafter; of the third class two years thereafter; and at each annual election held after such
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one class must expire each year and (3) the members of a class cannot be elected for a longer period than four years.
The Pennsylvania Articles provide that directors are classified into three classes, as nearly equal in number as possible, with directors elected to three-year terms.
Under the Pennsylvania Articles, the affirmative vote of 80% of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Company is required to amend or repeal, or adopt any provisions inconsistent with, this provision.
classification becomes effective, directors to be chosen for a full term, as the case may be, to succeed those whose terms expire.
The Delaware Certificate provides that all directors will be elected annually to one-year terms. If the Reincorporation is effected, the terms of all directors serving on the Board as of December 31, 2017 (and the terms of any directors appointed to fill any vacancies thereafter) will expire at the 2018 annual meeting. Under the Delaware Certificate, amendments to this provision are subject to amendment by the affirmative vote of a majority (rather than 80%) of the voting power of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote thereon.
Removal of DirectorsUnder the Pennsylvania Articles, any director, any class of directors, or the entire board of directors may be removed from office by shareholder vote at any time, with or without cause, but only if shareholders entitled to cast at least 80% of the votes that all shareholders would be entitled to cast at an annual election of directors or of such class of directors vote in favor of such removal. Under the Pennsylvania Articles, the affirmative vote of 80% of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Company is required to amend or repeal, or adopt any provisions inconsistent with, this provision.
Under Section 141 of the DGCL, any director or the entire board of directors of a corporation that does not have a classified board of directors or cumulative voting may be removed with or without cause with the approval of at least a majority of the outstanding shares entitled to vote at an election of directors.
The Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws provide that subject to the rights, if any, of the holders of shares of preferred stock then outstanding, any or all of Arconic Delaware’s directors may be removed, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of the holders of at least a majority in voting power of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote in the election of directors. Under the Delaware Certificate, amendments to this provision are subject to amendment by the affirmative vote of a majority (rather than 80%) of the voting power of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote thereon.
Advance Notice of Director NominationsThe Pennsylvania Articles require that any shareholder nominations for the election as directors must be delivered to the Secretary of the Company not later than ninety days prior to the anniversary date of the immediately preceding annual meeting, and the affirmative vote of 80% of the outstanding shares ofThe Delaware Bylaws provide that a stockholder’s notice of a director nomination must be delivered to the Secretary of the Company not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day and not later than the close of business on the 90th day prior to the first anniversary of the preceding year’s annual meeting;
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capital stock of the Company is required to amend or repeal, or adopt any provisions inconsistent with, this provision.
provided, however, that in the event that the date of the annual meeting is more than 30 days before or more than 60 days after such anniversary date, notice by the stockholder must be so delivered not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day prior to the date of such annual meeting and not later than the close of business on the later of the 90th day prior to the date of such annual meeting or, if the first public announcement of the date of such annual meeting is less than 100 days prior to the date of such annual meeting, the 10th day following the day on which public announcement of the date of such meeting is first made.
In addition, under the Delaware Bylaws, amendments to this provision will be subject to amendment by the board of directors or by the affirmative vote of a majority (rather than 80%) of the voting power of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Arconic Delaware entitled to vote thereon.
Limitation of Liability
Pennsylvania law permits a corporation to adopt a provision in its articles of incorporation eliminating or limiting, with exceptions, the monetary liability of a director to the corporation or its shareholders for breach of the director’s fiduciary duties.
The Pennsylvania Articles and By-Laws include provisions that eliminate the liability of directors to the Company or its shareholders for monetary damages for a breach of fiduciary duties as directors to the fullest extent permitted by Pennsylvania law.
Pennsylvania law permits Pennsylvania corporations to include, in their bylaws, a provision eliminating or limiting the personal monetary liability of the corporation’s directors for any actions unless such actions involve a breach in the director’s duties that constitutes self-dealing, willful misconduct or recklessness.
Delaware law similarly permits a corporation to adopt a provision in its certificate of incorporation eliminating or limiting, with exceptions, the monetary liability of a director to the corporation or its stockholders for breach of the director’s fiduciary duties.
The Delaware Certificate includes provisions that eliminate the liability of directors to the Company or its stockholders for monetary damages for a breach of fiduciary duties as directors to the fullest extent permitted by Delaware law.
Under Delaware law, such a provision may not eliminate or limit a director’s monetary liability for: (i) breaches of the director’s duty of loyalty to the corporation or its stockholders; (ii) acts or omissions not in good faith or involving intentional misconduct or knowing violation of law; (iii) the payment of unlawful dividends or stock repurchases or redemptions; or (iv) transactions in which the director received an improper personal benefit.
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Indemnification
The Pennsylvania Articles permit, and the Pennsylvania By-Laws provide for, indemnification of directors, officers and employees and advancement of expenses in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
Pennsylvania law generally provides for similar indemnification of directors and officers as Delaware law, except that Pennsylvania law prohibits indemnification only in circumstances where the act or failure to act giving rise to the claim for indemnification is determined by a court to have constituted “willful misconduct or recklessness,” and permits corporations to provide supplementary indemnification coverage that, unlike Delaware, is not limited to actions “in good faith and in a manner [...] reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the corporation.”
Arconic Pennsylvania has entered into indemnification agreements with its officers and directors.
The Delaware Certificate permits and the Delaware Bylaws provide for, indemnification of directors and officers and advancement of expenses in accordance with Delaware law.
Delaware law generally provides for similar indemnification of directors and officers as Pennsylvania law, except that Delaware law provides that, in an action or suit by or in the right of the company, no indemnification shall be made in respect of any claim, issue or matter as to which such person shall have been adjudged to be liable to the corporation (unless and only to the extent that the Delaware Court of Chancery or the court in which such action or suit was brought determines upon application that, despite the adjudication of liability but in view of all the circumstances of the case, such person is fairly and reasonably entitled to indemnity for such expenses).
In connection with the Reincorporation, Arconic Delaware will assume Arconic Pennsylvania’s obligations under its indemnification agreements with its officers and directors or will enter into new agreements to indemnify its officers and directors pursuant to the DGCL.
Inspection of Books and RecordsSection 1508 of the PBCL provides that shareholders of record, upon written demand stating the purpose, have a right to examine, in person or by agent or attorney, during the usual hours for business for any proper purpose, the share register, books and records of account, and records of the proceedings of the incorporators, shareholders and directors, and to make copies or extracts therefrom.Section 220 of the DGCL permits any stockholder of record or beneficial owner of shares held by a voting trust or nominee for the beneficial owner, upon compliance with procedures specified in the DGCL, to inspect a list of stockholders entitled to vote at a meeting and the corporation’s other books and records for any proper purpose reasonably related to such person’s interest as a stockholder.
Dividends and Repurchases of SharesUnder Section 1551 of the PBCL, a corporation is generally authorized to make distributions to shareholders, but may not make a distribution if: (i) the corporation would be unable to pay its debts as they become due in the usual course of its business; or (ii) the total assets of the corporation would be less than the sum of its total liabilities plus (unless otherwise provided in the articlesSection 170 of the DGCL permits a corporation to declare and pay dividends out of surplus or, if there is no surplus, out of net profits for the fiscal year in which the dividend is declared and/or for the preceding fiscal year as long as the amount of capital of the corporation following the declaration and payment of the dividend is not less than the aggregate amount of the capital represented by the
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of incorporation) the amount that would be needed, if the corporation were to be dissolved at the time as of which the distribution is measured, to satisfy the preferential rights upon dissolution of shareholders whose preferential rights are superior to those receiving the distribution.
Section 1552 of the PBCL authorizes a corporation to acquire its own shares, and Section 1103 of the PBCL defines “distribution” to include payments made to acquire a corporation’s own shares.
issued and outstanding shares of all classes having a preference upon the distribution of assets. Section 160 of the DGCL generally provides that a corporation may redeem or repurchase its shares only if the capital of the corporation is not impaired and such redemption or repurchase would not impair the capital of the corporation. Under Delaware law, this standard is interpreted to mean that redemptions and repurchases are to be made out of surplus.
Amendment of Organizational Documents
Under Sections 1914 and 1504 of the PBCL, in general, the amendment of a corporation’s articles of incorporation and bylaws requires the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote thereon, except for certain limited amendments to articles of incorporation which may be adopted by a board of directors without shareholder approval, unless otherwise restricted in the articles of incorporation.
The Pennsylvania Articles provide that amendments to certain provisions relating to fair price protection, director elections, director removal and the classified structure of the Board require the approval of the holders of 80% of the outstanding common stock of the Company.
In general, the Pennsylvania By-Laws may be altered, amended, added to or repealed by the Board, subject to the power of the shareholders to change such action. The Pennsylvania By-Laws also provide that any amendment to the provision limiting director liability requires the affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of common stock of the Company.
Under Delaware law, the provisions of a corporation’s certificate of incorporation and bylaws generally may be amended by the affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of the outstanding stock entitled to vote on such an amendment.
In addition, the Delaware Certificate provides that the Delaware Bylaws may be altered, amended or repealed, or new bylaws enacted, by the Board. The Delaware Certificate and the Delaware Bylaws will not contain supermajority stockholder voting requirements for amendments.
Voting on Statutory MergersPennsylvania law generally requires the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote on a plan of merger, subject to certain exceptions.Delaware law generally requires that the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of each Delaware constituent corporation in a statutory merger adopt the merger agreement providing for the
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merger, subject to certain exceptions.
Dissenters’ Rights
Under Pennsylvania law, unless the articles of incorporation or bylaws provide otherwise, shareholders are generally not entitled to dissenters’ rights if the shares held by such shareholders that would otherwise give rise to such rights are (i) listed on a national securities exchange or (ii) held beneficially or of record by more than 2,000 persons; provided, that dissenters rights are nevertheless available to shareholders of any preferred or special class or series unless all shareholders of the class or series are entitled to vote on the plan or transaction and the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders of the class or series is required for the adoption of the plan or the effectuation of the transaction.
Neither the Pennsylvania Articles nor the Pennsylvania By-Laws diverge from default Pennsylvania law with respect to dissenters’ rights.
Pennsylvania law does not have an analogous exception to Delaware law pursuant to which the entitlement to appraisal rights may depend on the form of consideration to be received in a merger.
Under Delaware law, stockholders have the right to demand payment for the fair value of their shares pursuant to the appraisal rights provisions of the DGCL, if the stockholder has not voted in favor of such merger or consolidation and if the stockholder otherwise complies with the statutory requirements to perfect appraisal rights, except in connection with certain mergers or consolidations. Appraisal rights will not be available in certain circumstances, including with respect to shares (i) listed on a national securities exchange or held of record by more than 2,000 holders and (ii) for which, pursuant to the plan of merger or consolidation, stockholders will receive only (a) shares of stock of the corporation surviving or resulting from the merger or consolidation, or depository receipts in respect thereof, (b) shares or depository receipts of another corporation which at the date the merger or consolidation is completed will be either listed on a national securities exchange or held of record by more than 2,000 holders, (c) cash in lieu of fractional shares, or (d) any combination of the foregoing.
Forum SelectionPennsylvania courts have not yet provided definitive guidance with respect to the enforceability of forum selection provisions in the organizational documents of corporations. Neither the Pennsylvania Articles nor the Pennsylvania By-Laws contain a forum selection provision.
Section 115 of the DGCL expressly permits a certificate of incorporation or bylaws to require that any or all “internal corporate claims” be brought solely and exclusively in any or all Delaware courts, and that no provision of a certificate of incorporation or bylaws may prohibit bringing such claims in Delaware courts.
The Delaware Certificate will generally provide that the sole and exclusive forum for any (i) derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf of the Company, (ii) action asserting a claim for or based on a breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Company to the Company or to the Company’s stockholders, (iii) action asserting a claim
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against the Company or any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Company arising pursuant to any provision of the DGCL or the Delaware Certificate or the Delaware Bylaws, (iv) action asserting a claim related to or involving the Company that is governed by the internal affairs doctrine, or (v) action asserting an “internal corporate claim” as that term is defined under Delaware law, will be a state court located within the State of Delaware (or, if no state court located within the State of Delaware has jurisdiction, the federal court for the District of Delaware).
DissolutionUnder Pennsylvania law, in order for a corporation to dissolve, (i) the board of directors must adopt a resolution recommending that the corporation be dissolved voluntarily and (ii) shareholders must adopt such resolution by the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote thereon; provided, that the written agreement or consent of all of the shareholders of the corporation entitled to vote thereon is also deemed to satisfy the board resolution requirement in clause (i) above.Under Delaware law, unless the board of directors approves a proposal to dissolve, dissolution must be unanimously approved by all the stockholders entitled to vote thereon. Only if the dissolution is initially approved by the board of directors may the dissolution be approved by a majority of the outstanding shares of the corporation’s stock entitled to vote.
Loans to Officers and EmployeesUnder Section 1502 of the PBCL, corporations may make loans, including loans to its officers, employees, and agents.Under Section 143 of the DGCL, corporations may make loans to, guarantee the obligations of, or otherwise assist its officers or other employees and those of their subsidiaries (including directors who are also officers or employees) when such action, in the judgment of the directors, may reasonably be expected to benefit the corporation.
Proxy AccessThe Pennsylvania By-Laws provides that eligible shareholders or groups of up to 20 shareholders, who have maintained continuous qualifying ownership of at least 3% of the Company’s outstanding common stock for at least three years and have complied with the other requirements set forth in the Pennsylvania By-Laws, may include director nominees for up to the greater of two candidates or 20% of the BoardThe Delaware Bylaws will contain a substantively similar proxy access provision as the Pennsylvania By-Laws.
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in the Company’s proxy materials for an annual meeting of shareholders.
Interest of Certain Persons in Matters to be Acted Upon
In considering the recommendations of the Board, shareholders should be aware that certain of our directors and executive officers have interests in the transaction that are different from, or in addition to, the interests of the shareholders generally. For instance, the Reincorporation may be of benefit to our directors and officers by reducing their potential personal liability, increasing the scope of permitted indemnification, and in other respects. The Board was aware of these interests and considered them, among other matters, in reaching its decision to approve the Reincorporation and to recommend that our shareholders vote in favor of this proposal.
Reservation of Right to Delay or Abandon the Reincorporation
Arconic reserves the right to delay the filing of the Merger Certificates or abandon the Reincorporation at any time before the Effective Time, even if the Reincorporation has been approved by shareholders at the special meeting. By voting in favor of the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, you are also expressly authorizing the Board of Directors to delay or abandon the Reincorporation as the Board determines in its discretion.
Vote Required
At the close of business on the record date, Arconic had outstanding 481,292,510 shares of common stock. Each share of common stock outstanding on the record date is entitled to one vote for each of the proposals to be voted on. Shares of preferred stock will not be entitled to vote on any of the proposals at the special meeting.
Under Pennsylvania law, the proposals to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect Reincorporation, to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain supermajority voting requirements and to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware will be elected on an annual basis following the Reincorporation, each requires that the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote thereon. “Votes cast” on these proposals means votes “for” or “against” a particular proposal, whether by proxy or in person. Abstentions are not considered “votes cast” on these proposals and therefore have no effect on the outcome of these proposals.
The Board of Directors recommends that you vote FOR the proposal to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation, FOR the proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Delaware Certificate will not contain any supermajority voting requirements and FOR the proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate.
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Dissenters’ Appraisal Rights
General
Under Pennsylvania law, the Pennsylvania Articles and the Pennsylvania By-Laws, holders of the Company’s common stock have no rights to exercise dissenters’ appraisal rights with respect to the Reincorporation Merger or the Reincorporation.
Under Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL, holders of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock (“Preferred Shareholders”) will have dissenters’ appraisal rights in connection with the Reincorporation Merger, meaning that Preferred Shareholders have the right to dissent from the Reincorporation Merger and to obtain payment of the “fair value” of their shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock in the event we effect the Reincorporation Merger. To exercise dissenters’ appraisal rights, Preferred Shareholders must strictly follow the procedures prescribed by Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL, which is attached to this proxy statement as Exhibit D. Preferred Shareholders are encouraged to read these provisions carefully and in their entirety. Failure to strictly comply with these provisions will result in the loss of dissenters’ appraisal rights. This discussion is qualified in its entirety by reference to the applicable dissenters’ appraisal rights provisions of Pennsylvania law. You are advised to consult legal counsel if you are considering the exercise of your dissenters’ appraisal rights.
Before the day of the special meeting, send any written notice or demand required concerning your exercise of dissenters’ appraisal rights to:
Arconic Inc.
Corporate Secretary’s Office
390 Park Avenue, New York, NY
10022-4608
Fair Value
The term “fair value” means the value of a share of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock immediately before the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger, taking into account all relevant factors, but excluding any appreciation or depreciation in anticipation of the Reincorporation Merger.
Notice of Intention to Dissent
If you wish to dissent, you must:

Prior to the vote on the Reincorporation Merger at the special meeting, file a written notice with the Company of your intention to demand payment of the fair value of your shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock if the Reincorporation Merger is consummated. A vote against the Reincorporation or related proposals at the special meeting does not satisfy the necessary written notice of intention to dissent;

Make no change in your beneficial ownership of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock from the date you give notice through the Effective Time; and
Since shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock have no voting rights with respect to the proposals to approve the Reincorporation Merger to effect the Reincorporation or the related proposals, a failure to vote against the Reincorporation Merger or related proposal will not constitute a waiver of dissenters’ appraisal rights.
Preferred Shareholders considering exercising dissenters’ appraisal rights should recognize that the fair value could be more than, the same as or less than the value of the preferred stock of Arconic Delaware that they would otherwise receive under the terms of the Reincorporation Merger Agreement if they do not exercise dissenters’ appraisal rights with respect to their shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock.
A record holder may assert dissenters rights as to fewer than all the shares registered the name of the record holder only if the record holder dissents with respect to all the shares of the same class beneficially owned by any one person and discloses the name and address of the person or persons on whose behalf the
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record holder is dissenting. A beneficial owner may not dissent with respect to some but less than all of the shares of the same class owned by the beneficial owner, whether or not all the shares owned by the beneficial owner are registered in the name of the beneficial owner.
If you are a beneficial owner but not a record holder (e.g., you hold your shares through a bank, brokerage firm or other nominee), you may assert dissenters’ rights if, not later than the time you assert dissenters’ rights, you submit to the Company a written consent of the record holder. Alternatively, the record holder may assert dissenters’ rights on your behalf. You should consult with your bank, broker or other nominee to determine the appropriate procedures for asserting dissenters’ rights.
Notice to Demand Payment
If the Reincorporation Merger is approved at the special meeting, the Company will mail a notice to all dissenters who gave due notice of intention to demand payment and who did not vote for approval of the Reincorporation Merger. The notice will state where and when you must deliver a written demand for payment and where you must deposit certificates for your shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock in order to obtain payment. The notice will include a form for demanding payment and a copy of Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL. The time set for receipt of the demand for payment and deposit of certificated shares will be not less than 30 days from the date of mailing of the notice.
Failure to Comply with Notice to Demand Payment
You must take each step in the order above and in strict compliance with the PBCL to maintain your dissenters’ appraisal rights. If you fail to follow these steps, you will lose your dissenters’ appraisal rights and your shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock will be deemed to have been automatically converted at the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger into corresponding shares of Arconic Delaware preferred stock pursuant to the Reincorporation Merger Agreement.
Payment of Fair Value of Shares
Promptly after the Effective Time, or upon timely receipt of a demand for payment if the Effective Time already has taken place, Arconic Delaware, as successor to Arconic Pennsylvania, will send dissenters who have made demand (and if their shares are certificated, have deposited their certificates) the amount that Arconic Delaware estimates to be the fair value of the shares or give written notice that no remittance will be made. The remittance or notice will be accompanied by:

A closing balance sheet and statement of income of Arconic Pennsylvania for a fiscal year ending not more than 16 months before the date of remittance or notice, together with the latest available interim financial statements;

A statement of Arconic Delaware’s estimate of the fair value of the shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock; and

A notice of the right of the dissenter to demand supplemental payment, accompanied by a copy of Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL.
If Arconic Delaware does not remit the amount of its estimate of the fair value of the shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock as provided above, it will return all certificates that have been deposited and release uncertificated shares from any transfer restrictions imposed by reason of the demand for payment. Arconic Delaware may make a notation on any such certificate or on the records of Arconic Delaware relating to any such uncertificated shares that a demand for payment has been made. If shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock with respect to which notation has been so made are transferred, a transferee of such shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock will not acquire by such transfer any rights in Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware other than those that the original dissenter had after making demand for payment.
Estimate by Dissenter of Fair Value of Shares
If a dissenter believes that the amount stated or remitted by Arconic Delaware is less than the fair value of the shares, the dissenter may send his or her estimate of the fair value of the shares to Arconic Delaware, which will be deemed a demand for payment of the amount of the deficiency. If Arconic Delaware remits
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payment or sends notice to the dissenter of the estimated value of a dissenters’ shares and the dissenter does not file his or her own estimate within 30 days after the mailing by Arconic Delaware of its remittance or notice, the dissenter will be entitled to no more than the amount stated in the notice or remitted by Arconic Delaware.
Valuation Proceeding
If any demands for payment remain unsettled within 60 days after the latest to occur of  (1) the Effective Time of the Reincorporation Merger, (2) timely receipt by Arconic Delaware (or Arconic Pennsylvania) of any demands for payment, or (3) timely receipt by Arconic Delaware (or Arconic Pennsylvania) of any estimates by dissenters of the fair value, then Arconic Delaware (or Arconic Pennsylvania) may file an application in court requesting that the court determine the fair value of the Pennsylvania Preferred Stock. If this happens, all dissenters, no matter where they reside, whose demands have not been settled, will be made parties to the proceeding. In addition, a copy of the application will be delivered to each dissenter. If a dissenter is a nonresident, the copy will be served in the manner provided or prescribed by or under applicable provisions of Pennsylvania law relating to bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure. The jurisdiction of the court will be plenary and exclusive. Such court may appoint an appraiser to receive evidence and recommend a decision on the issue of fair value. The appraiser will have such power and authority as may be specified in the order of appointment or in any amendment thereof. Each dissenter who is made a party will be entitled to recover the amount by which the fair value of his or her shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock is found to exceed the amount, if any, previously remitted, plus interest. Interest from the effective time of the merger until the date of payment will be at such rate as is fair and equitable under all of the circumstances, taking into account all relevant factors.
If Arconic Delaware (or Arconic Pennsylvania) fails to file the application, then any dissenter may file an application in the name of Arconic Delaware at any time within a period of 30 days following the expiration of the 60-day period and request that the court determine the fair value of the shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock. The fair value determined by the court may, but need not, equal the dissenters’ estimates of fair value and may be higher or lower than the value of the shares of Arconic Delaware preferred stock otherwise payable to Preferred Shareholders. If no dissenter files an application, then each dissenter entitled to do so shall be paid Arconic Delaware’s estimate of the fair value of the shares and no more, and may bring an action to recover any amount not previously remitted.
Arconic Pennsylvania (and following the Reincorporation, Arconic Delaware) intends to negotiate in good faith with any dissenting Preferred Shareholders. If, after negotiation, a claim cannot be settled, then Arconic Pennsylvania (or Arconic Delaware) intends to file an application requesting that the fair value of the stock be determined by the court.
Costs and Expenses
The costs and expenses of any valuation proceeding, including the reasonable compensation and expenses of any appraiser appointed by the court, will be determined by the court and assessed against Arconic Delaware, except that any part of the costs and expenses may be apportioned and assessed as the court deems appropriate against all or some of the dissenters who are parties and whose action in demanding the payment or supplemental payment in accordance with their estimate of the fair value of their shares, as described above, the court finds to be dilatory, obdurate, arbitrary, vexatious or in bad faith.
Fees and expenses of counsel and of experts for the respective parties may be assessed as the court deems appropriate against Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware and in favor of any or all dissenting shareholders if Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware failed to comply substantially with the requirements of Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL, and may be assessed against either Arconic Pennsylvania, Arconic Delaware or a dissenting shareholder, in favor of any other party, if the court finds that the party against whom the fees and expenses are assessed acted in bad faith or in a dilatory, obdurate, arbitrary or vexatious manner in respect to the rights provided by Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the PBCL. If the court finds that the services of counsel for any dissenting shareholder were of substantial benefit to other dissenting shareholders similarly situated and should not be assessed against Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware, it may award to those counsel reasonable fees to be paid out of the amounts awarded to the dissenting shareholders who were benefited.
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From and after the Effective Time, dissenting shareholders are not entitled to vote their shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock for any purpose and are not entitled to receive payment of dividends or other distributions on their shares of Pennsylvania Preferred Stock.
Material U.S. Federal Income Tax Consequences of the Reincorporation
The following is a general discussion of the material U.S. federal income tax consequences of the Reincorporation Merger to U.S. Holders (as defined below) of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock. This discussion is based on the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), the U.S. Treasury regulations promulgated thereunder, administrative rulings and published positions of the Internal Revenue Service (the “IRS”) and judicial decisions, all as in effect on the date hereof, and all of which are subject to change (possibly with retroactive effect) and to differing interpretations. Any such change or differing interpretation could affect the accuracy of the statements and conclusions set forth in this discussion.
For purposes of this discussion, a U.S. Holder means a beneficial owner of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock that is, for U.S. federal income tax purposes: (i) an individual who is a citizen or resident of the United States, (ii) a corporation, or other entity taxable as a corporation for U.S. federal income tax purposes, created or organized under the laws of the United States, any state thereof, or the District of Columbia, (iii) an estate, the income of which is subject to U.S. federal income tax regardless of its source, or (iv) a trust if  (A) a court within the United States is able to exercise primary supervision over the administration of the trust and one or more U.S. persons have the authority to control all substantial decisions of the trust or (B) it has a valid election in effect under applicable U.S. Treasury regulations to be treated as a U.S. person.
If an entity or arrangement that is treated as a partnership for U.S. federal income tax purposes holds Arconic Pennsylvania common stock, the tax treatment of a partner in such partnership generally will depend on the status of the partners and the activities of the partnership. Partners in partnerships holding Arconic Pennsylvania common stock should consult their tax advisors. This discussion applies only to U.S. Holders that hold their shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock as capital assets within the meaning of Section 1221 of the Code (generally, property held for investment). This discussion does not address all aspects of U.S. federal income taxation that may be relevant to holders in light of their particular circumstances or to holders who may be subject to special tax treatment under U.S. federal income tax laws (including, for example, holders who are dealers in securities or foreign currency, persons that are not U.S. Holders, insurance companies, tax-exempt organizations, banks, financial institutions, broker-dealers, holders who hold Arconic Pennsylvania common stock as part of a hedge, straddle, conversion or other risk reduction transaction, partnerships or other flow-through entities (and investors therein), U.S. expatriates, holders liable for the alternative minimum tax, holders whose functional currency is not the U.S. dollar, retirement plans, individual retirement accounts or other tax-deferred accounts, or holders who acquired Arconic Pennsylvania common stock pursuant to the exercise of compensatory stock options, the vesting of previously restricted shares of stock or otherwise as compensation or through a tax-qualified retirement plan). This discussion does not address any tax considerations under state, local, foreign, and other laws, nor does it address any U.S. federal tax considerations other than those pertaining to the U.S. income tax.
We have not sought, and will not seek, a ruling from the IRS regarding the federal income tax consequences of the Reincorporation Merger. EACH HOLDER OF ARCONIC PENNSYLVANIA COMMON STOCK SHOULD CONSULT ITS TAX ADVISOR WITH RESPECT TO THE PARTICULAR TAX CONSEQUENCES OF THE REINCORPORATION MERGER TO SUCH HOLDER.
The Reincorporation Merger is intended to qualify as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a) of the Code. Assuming the Reincorporation Merger so qualifies:

a U.S. Holder who receives Arconic Delaware common stock in exchange for Arconic Pennsylvania common stock pursuant to the Reincorporation Merger will not recognize gain or loss;

the aggregate tax basis of the shares of Arconic Delaware common stock received in the Reincorporation Merger will be the same as the aggregate tax basis of the shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock surrendered in exchange therefor; and
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Questions and Answers About the Meeting and Voting (continued)
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the holding periodMay I nominate someone to be a director of the shares of Arconic Delaware common stock received in exchange for shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock in the Reincorporation Merger will include the holding period of the shares of Arconic Pennsylvania surrendered in exchange therefor.Howmet Aerospace?
The preceding discussion is intended only as a general discussionYes, please see “Nominating Board Candidates—Procedures and Director Qualifications” on page 14 for details on the procedures for shareholder nominations of the material U.S. federal income tax consequences of the Reincorporation Merger. It is not a complete analysis or discussion of all potential tax effects that may be important to particular holders. Holders of shares of Arconic Pennsylvania common stock should consult their own tax advisors as to the particular tax consequences to them of the Reincorporation Merger, including reporting requirements, the applicability and effect of federal, state, local and other tax laws and the effect of any proposed changes in the tax laws.director candidates.
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STOCK OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS
The following shareholders reported to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that they beneficially owned more than 5% of Arconic common stock as of the date indicated.
Name and Address of Beneficial OwnerTitle of ClassAmount and Nature of
Beneficial Ownership
Percentage of Class
Elliott Associates, L.P.
40 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
Common Stock51,102,133(1)11.6%
Elliott International, L.P.
c/o Maples & Calder
P.O. Box 309
Ugland House, South Church Street
George Town
Cayman Islands, British West Indies
Elliott International Capital Advisors Inc.
40 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
The Vanguard Group
100 Vanguard Boulevard
Malvern, PA 19355
Common Stock40,317,253(2)9.19%
BlackRock, Inc.
55 East 52nd Street
New York, NY 10022
Common Stock32,493,063(3)7.4%
(1)16.
As reported in a Schedule 13D amendment dated May 30, 2017. Elliott Associates L.P. reported that it had sole power to vote and dispose of 16,352,683 shares; Elliott International, L.P. reported that it had shared power to vote and dispose of 34,749,450 shares; and Elliott International Capital Advisors Inc. reported that it had shared power to vote and dispose of 34,749,450 shares. In addition, these Elliott entities collectively had economic exposure comparable to approximately 1.6% of the shares of common stock outstanding pursuant to certain derivative agreements disclosed in the Schedule 13D amendment.When are 2022 shareholder proposals due?
(2)
As reported in a Schedule 13G amendment dated February 9, 2017. The Vanguard Group, an investment adviser, reported that it had sole power to vote 682,187 shares, sole power to dispose of 39,544,956 shares, shared power to vote 94,567 of the reported shares, and shared power to dispose of 772,297 shares.
(3)
As reported in a Schedule 13G amendment dated January 18, 2017. BlackRock, Inc., a parent holding company, reported that it had sole power to vote 28,389,853 shares, sole power to dispose of 32,452,092 shares, and shared power to vote and dispose of 40,971 shares.
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STOCK OWNERSHIP OF DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
The following table shows the ownership of Arconic common stock, deferred share units, and deferred restricted share units, as of October 5, 2017, by each director, each of the named executive officers, and all directors and executive officers (serving as of October 5, 2017) as a group.
Deferred share units provide directors with the same economic interest as if they own Arconic common stock. Upon a director’s retirement from the Board, the deferred share units are settled in cash at a value equivalent to the then-prevailing market value of our common stock.
Each Arconic deferred restricted share unit is an undertaking by the Company to issue to the recipient one share of Arconic common stock upon settlement. Deferred amounts are paid either in a lump sum or installments, as elected by the director, upon retirement from the Board.
Name of Beneficial Owner
Shares of
Common
Stock(1)
Deferred Share
Units(2)
Deferred
Restricted
Share Units(3)
Total
Directors
James F. Albaugh5,0004,4099,409
Christopher L. Ayers7,4425,55712,999
Arthur D. Collins, Jr.16,66666,83911,71395,218
Elmer L. Doty6,000(4)4,40910,409
Rajiv L. Gupta7,5217,521
Sean O. Mahoney7,2687,52114,789
Patrice E. Merrin10,0005,55715,557
E. Stanley O’Neal45,97611,44357,419
John C. Plant10,000(5)3,5747,52121,095
Julie G. Richardson7,5217,521
Patricia F. Russo18,333(6)32,0158,11958,467
Ulrich R. Schmidt3,3333,3927,52114,246
Named Executive Officers
David P. Hess*10,481(7)71111,192
Kenneth J. Giacobbe18,64018,640
Christoph Kollatz
Klaus Kleinfeld638,10012,810650,910
William F. Oplinger
Kay H. Meggers88,17728488,461
Karl Tragl
Olivier Jarrault142,007142,007
Audrey Strauss237,217237,217
All Directors and Executive Officers as a Group (20 individuals)297,075177,39089,523563,988
*
Also serves as a director
(1)
This column shows beneficial ownership of Arconic common stock as calculated under SEC rules. Unless otherwise noted, each director and named executive officer has sole voting and investment power over the shares of Arconic common stock reported. None of the shares are subject to pledge. This column includes shares held of record, shares held by a bank, broker or nominee for the person’s account, shares held through family trust arrangements, and for executive officers, share equivalent units held in the Arconic Retirement Savings Plan which confer voting rights through the plan trustee with respect to shares of Arconic common stock. This column also includes shares of Arconic common stock that may be acquired under employee stock options that are exercisable as of October 5, 2017 or will become exercisable within 60 days after October 5, 2017 as follows:
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Mr. Giacobbe (5,040); Mr. Jarrault (60,382); Ms. Strauss (172,622); and all executive officers as a group (98,997). No awards of stock options have been made to non-employee directors. As of October 5, 2017, individual directors and executive officers, as well as all directors and executive officers as a group, beneficially owned less than 1% of the outstanding shares of common stock.
(2)
This column lists (i) for executive officers, deferred share equivalent units held under the Arconic Deferred Compensation Plan, and (ii) for directors, deferred share equivalent units held under the Amended and Restated Deferred Fee Plan for Directors and the Deferred Fee Plan for Directors (in effect before 2005). Each deferred share equivalent unit tracks the economic performance of one share of Arconic common stock and is fully vested upon grant, but does not have voting rights.
(3)
This column lists deferred restricted share units issued under the 2013 Arconic Stock Incentive Plan, as amended and restated. Each deferred restricted share unit is an undertaking by the Company to issue to the recipient one share of Arconic common stock upon settlement. The annual deferred restricted share units vest on the first anniversary of the grant date, or, if earlier, the date of the next subsequent annual meeting of shareholders following the grant date, subject to continued service through the vesting date (with certain limited exceptions). Deferred restricted share units granted in lieu of cash compensation pursuant to a director’s deferral election are fully vested at grant.
(4)
Held by a revocable trust of which Mr. Doty and his spouse are trustees and beneficiaries.
(5)
Held by a trust of which Mr. Plant is the trustee and a beneficiary.
(6)
Held by a trust of which Ms. Russo is the trustee and a beneficiary.
(7)
Includes 3,866 shares held by a revocable trust, of which Mr. Hess and his spouse are trustees and beneficiaries, and 2,666 shares held by a charitable remainder unitrust, of which Mr. Hess and his spouse are trustees and beneficiaries.
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This proxy statement contains statements that relate to future events and expectations and as such constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include those containing such words as “anticipates,” “believes,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “guidance,” “goal,” “intends,” “may,” “outlook,” “plans,” “projects,” “seeks,” “sees,” “should,” “targets,” “will,” “would,” or other words of similar meaning. All statements that reflect Arconic’s expectations, assumptions or projections about the future, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, forecasts relating to the growth of the aerospace, automotive, commercial transportation and other end markets; statements and guidance regarding future financial results or operating performance; statements about Arconic’s strategies, outlook, business and financial prospects; and statements regarding potential share gains. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Although Arconic believes that the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that these expectations will be attained and it is possible that actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements due to a variety of risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (a) deterioration in global economic and financial market conditions generally; (b) unfavorable changes in the markets served by Arconic; (c) the inability to achieve the level of revenue growth, cash generation, cost savings, improvement in profitability and margins, fiscal discipline, or strengthening of competitiveness and operations anticipated or targeted; (d) changes in discount rates or investment returns on pension assets; (e) Arconic’s inability to realize expected benefits, in each case as planned and by targeted completion dates, from acquisitions, divestitures, facility closures, curtailments, expansions, or joint ventures; (f) the impact of cyber attacks and potential information technology or data security breaches; (g) any manufacturing difficulties or other issues that impact product performance, quality or safety; (h) political, economic, and regulatory risks in the countries in which Arconic operates or sells products; (i) material adverse changes in aluminum industry conditions, including fluctuations in London Metal Exchange-based aluminum prices; (j) the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on costs and results; (k) the outcome of contingencies, including legal proceedings, government or regulatory investigations, and environmental remediation, which can expose Arconic to substantial costs and liabilities; and (l) the other risk factors discussed in Arconic’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, Arconic’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2017, and other reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Arconic disclaims any obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether in response to new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Market projections are subject to the risks discussed above and other risks in the market.
OTHER BUSINESS
We are not aware of any matters, other than as indicated above, that will be presented for action at the special meeting. However, if any other matters properly come before the special meeting, the persons named in the enclosed proxy intend to vote such proxy in their discretion on such matters.
SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS AND NOMINATIONS OF DIRECTOR CANDIDATES
Any shareholder wishing to recommend a candidate for director should submit the recommendation in writing to our principal executive offices: Arconic Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 390 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022-4608. The written submission should comply with all requirements set forth in the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws (or, in the event that the Reincorporation has been completed, the Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws). The Governance and Nominating Committee of the Board will consider all candidates recommended by shareholders who comply with the foregoing procedures and satisfy the minimum qualifications for director nominees and Board member attributes.
The Pennsylvania Articles provide (and in the event that the Reincorporation has been completed, the Delaware Certificate will provide) that any shareholder entitled to vote at an annual shareholders’ meeting may nominate one or more director candidates for election at that annual meeting by following certain prescribed procedures. Not later than 90 days (and in the event that the Reincorporation has been
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completed, also not earlier than 120 days) before the anniversary date of the immediately preceding annual meeting, the shareholder must provide to Arconic’s Corporate Secretary written notice of the shareholder’s intent to make such a nomination or nominations. The notice must contain all of the information required in the Pennsylvania Articles and Pennsylvania By-Laws (or, in the event that the Reincorporation has been completed, the Delaware Certificate and Delaware Bylaws). Any such notice must be sent to our principal executive offices: Arconic Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 390 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022-4608. The deadline for receipt of any shareholder nominations for the 2018 annual meeting is February 24, 2018.
Shareholder nominations for candidates for election at the 2018 annual meeting that the shareholder wishes to include in the Company’s proxy materials relating to the 2018 annual meeting must be received by the Company at the above address no earlier than October 18, 2017 and no later than November 17, 2017, together with all information required to be provided by the shareholder in accordance with the proxy access provision in the Pennsylvania By-Laws (or, in the event that the Reincorporation has been completed, the Delaware Bylaws).
To be considered for inclusion in Arconic’s 2018the Company’s 2023 proxy statement, shareholder proposals submitted in accordance with SEC Rule 14a-8 must be received in writing at our principal executive offices no later than November 17, 2017.December 9, 2022. Address all shareholder proposals to: ArconicHowmet Aerospace Inc., Corporate Secretary’s Office, 390 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022-4608. 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Company’s Bylaws, shareholder nominations for candidates for election at the 2023 Annual Meeting, which the shareholder wishes to include in the Company’s proxy materials relating to the 2023 Annual Meeting, must be received by the Company at the above address no earlier than November 9, 2022 and no later than December 9, 2022, together with all information required to be provided by the shareholder in accordance with the proxy access provision in the Bylaws.
For any proposal that is not submitted for inclusion in next year’s proxy statement, but is instead sought to be presented directly at the 2018 annual meeting,2023 Annual Meeting, notice of intention to present the proposal, including all information required to be provided by the shareholder in accordance with the Pennsylvania By-Laws (or, in the event that the Reincorporation has been completed, the Delaware Bylaws),Company’s Bylaws, must be received in writing at our principal executive offices byno earlier than January 25, 2023 and no later than February 24, 2018.2023. Address all notices of intention to present proposals at the 2018 annual meeting2023 Annual Meeting to: ArconicHowmet Aerospace Inc., Attention: Corporate Secretary’s Office, 390 Park201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com.
17.
Who pays for the solicitation of proxies?
Howmet Aerospace pays the cost of soliciting proxies. Proxies will be solicited by Howmet Aerospace on behalf of the Board of Directors by mail, telephone, other electronic means or in person. We have retained Innisfree M&A Incorporated, 501 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022-4608.
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
10022, to assist with the solicitation for an estimated fee of $15,000, plus expenses. We file annual, quarterly, and current reports, proxy statements,will reimburse brokerage firms and other information, including our financial statements, withcustodians, nominees and fiduciaries for their reasonable out-of-pocket expenses for sending proxy materials to shareholders and obtaining their votes.
18.
How do I comment on Company business?
Your comments are collected when you vote using the SEC. Our SEC filings are available to the public over the Internet at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov and on the investor relations page of our corporate website at www.arconic.com. Arconic’s website and the information contained therein or connected thereto are not incorporated into this proxy statement, or in any other filings with, or any information furnished or submitted to, the SEC.internet. You may also read and copy any document we file withsend your comments to us at: Howmet Aerospace Inc., Attention: Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5872 or email CorporateSecretary@howmet.com. Although it is not possible to respond to each shareholder, your comments help us to understand your concerns.
19.
Can I access the SEC at its public reference facilities at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 for further informationproxy materials on the operationInternet?
Yes. The Company’s 2022 Proxy Statement and 2021 Annual Report are available at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022 or can be accessed via the company website at
http://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Annual Meeting”.
20.
How may I obtain a copy of Howmet Aerospace’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and proxy materials?
The Company will provide by mail or email, without charge, a copy of its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the public reference facilities.year ended December 31, 2021 and the 2022 Proxy Statement for this Annual Meeting at your request. Please direct all requests to: Howmet Aerospace Inc., Attention: Corporate Secretary’s Office, 201 Isabella Street, Suite 200, Pittsbugh, PA 15212-5872 or email: CorporateSecretary@howmet.com. These materials are also available on the Howmet Aerospace website at www.howmet.com.
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EXHIBIT A
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Reincorporation Merger Agreement
A-1Questions and Answers About the Meeting and Voting (continued)
Information regarding the Virtual Annual Meeting Format
The 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Howmet Aerospace Inc. will be held virtually via live webcast on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. There will be no physical in-person meeting.
Attendance and Participation
We have designed the virtual Annual Meeting to provide substantially the same opportunities to participate as you would have at an in-person meeting. Our virtual Annual Meeting will be conducted on the internet via live webcast. Shareholders will be able to attend and participate online and submit questions during the Annual Meeting by visiting www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022. Shareholders will be able to vote their shares electronically during the Annual Meeting.
Shareholders who would like to attend and participate in the Annual Meeting will need the 16-digit control number located on their Notice, proxy card, or voting instruction form. The Annual Meeting will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. We encourage you to access the Annual Meeting prior to the start time. Online access will be available 15 minutes prior to the start of the Annual Meeting at 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time.
The virtual Annual Meeting platform is fully supported across browsers (Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome and Safari) and devices (desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones) running the most updated version of applicable software and plugins. Shareholders should ensure that they have a strong internet connection if they intend to attend and/or participate in the Annual Meeting.
Questions and Information Accessibility
The virtual Annual Meeting format allows shareholders to communicate with the Company during the Annual Meeting so they can ask questions of our management and Board, as appropriate. If you wish to submit a question during the Annual Meeting, you may do so by logging into the virtual meeting platform at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022, entering the 16-digit control number, typing your question into the “Ask a Question” field, and clicking “Submit”.
Questions pertinent to the Annual Meeting will be answered in the live Question and Answer (Q&A) session during the Annual Meeting, subject to time constraints. Our Annual Meeting, including the Q&A session, will follow “Rules of Conduct,” which will be available on the virtual meeting platform. Any such questions that cannot be answered during the Annual Meeting due to time constraints will be posted and answered on our website at http://www.howmet.com under “Investors—Annual Meeting”. The questions and answers will be available as soon as practicable after the meeting.
Technical Difficulties
We have retained Broadridge Financial Solutions (“Broadridge”) to host the Annual Meeting virtually via live webcast. If you encounter any difficulties accessing the virtual Annual Meeting during the check-in or meeting time, please call the technical support number that will be posted on the virtual meeting login page for assistance. Technical support will be available beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 through its conclusion.
Additional information regarding matters addressing technical and logistical issues, including technical support during the Annual Meeting, will be available at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022.
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Attachments
ATTACHMENT A–Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures for Audit and Non-Audit Services
I. Statement of Policy
The Audit Committee is required to pre-approve the audit and non-audit services performed by the independent auditor in order to assure that the provision of such services does not impair the auditor’s independence. Unless a type of service to be provided by the independent auditor has received pre-approval under this policy, it will require specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee before the service is provided. Any proposed services exceeding pre-approved cost levels under this policy will require specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee before the service is provided.
The term of any pre-approval is 12 months from the date of pre-approval, unless the Audit Committee specifically provides for a different period. The Audit Committee will periodically revise the list of pre-approved services, based on subsequent determinations.
II. Delegation
The Audit Committee delegates pre-approval authority to the Chairman of the Committee. In addition, the Chairman may delegate pre-approval authority to one or more of the other members of the Audit Committee. The Chairman or member or members to whom such authority is delegated shall report any pre-approval decisions to the Audit Committee at its next scheduled meeting. The Audit Committee does not delegate its responsibilities to pre-approve services performed by the independent auditor to management.
III. Audit Services
The annual Audit services engagement terms and fees will be subject to the specific pre-approval of the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee will approve, if necessary, any changes in terms, conditions and fees resulting from changes in audit scope, company structure or other matters.
In addition to the annual Audit services engagement approved by the Audit Committee, the Audit Committee may grant pre-approval for other Audit services, which are those services that only the independent auditor reasonably can provide.
IV. Audit-Related Services
Audit-related services are assurance and related services that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of the Company’s financial statements and that are traditionally performed by the independent auditor. The Audit Committee believes that the provision of Audit-related services does not impair the independence of the auditor.
V. Tax Services
The Audit Committee believes that the independent auditor can provide Tax services to the Company such as tax compliance and support, without impairing the auditor’s independence. However, the Audit Committee will not permit the retention of the independent auditor in connection with a transaction initially recommended by the independent auditor, the sole purpose of which may be tax avoidance and the tax treatment of which may not be supported in the Internal Revenue Code and related regulations.
VI. All Other Services
The Audit Committee may grant pre-approval to those permissible non-audit services classified as All Other services that it believes are routine and recurring services, and would not impair the independence of the auditor.
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AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER OF
ARCONIC INC.,
A DELAWARE CORPORATION,
AND
ARCONIC INC.,
A PENNSYLVANIA CORPORATION
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This AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER, dated as
Attachments (continued)
VII. Pre-Approval Fee Levels
Pre-approval fee levels for all services to be provided by the independent auditor will be established periodically by the Audit Committee. Any proposed services exceeding these levels will require specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee.
VIII. Supporting Documentation
With respect to each proposed pre-approved service, the independent auditor has provided detailed descriptions regarding the specific services to be provided. Upon completion of October 12, 2017 (this “Agreement”), is made byservices, the independent auditor will provide to management, upon request, detailed back-up documentation, including hours, personnel and between Arconic Inc., a Pennsylvania corporation (“Arconic Pennsylvania”), and Arconic Inc., a Delaware corporation and direct wholly owned subsidiary of Arconic Pennsylvania (“Arconic Delaware”). Arconic Delaware and Arconic Pennsylvania are sometimes referred to herein as the “Constituent Corporations.”
Recitals
A.   Arconic Delaware is a corporation duly incorporated and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware and has a total authorized capital stock of 610,660,000 shares, of which 600,000,000 are designated common stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “Arconic Delaware Common Stock”), 660,000 shares are designated Serial Preferred Stock, par value $100.00 per share (the “Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock”), and 10,000,000 are designated Class B Serial Preferred Stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “Arconic Delaware Class B Preferred Stock”). As of the date hereof, and before giving effecttask description relating to the transactions contemplated hereby, 100 shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock are issued and outstanding, all of which are held by Arconic Pennsylvania, no shares of Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock are issued and outstanding, and no shares of Arconic Delaware Class B Preferred Stock are issued and outstanding. Arconic Delaware was formed solely for the purposes contemplated by this Agreement, and, priorspecific services provided.
IX. Procedures
Requests or applications to becoming the Surviving Corporation (as defined below), shall have had no operations, assets or liabilities, except as may be incidental to such purposes.
B.   Arconic Pennsylvania is a corporation duly incorporated and existing under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and has a total authorized capital stock of 610,660,000 shares, of which 600,000,000 are designated common stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock”), 660,000 shares are designated Serial Preferred Stock, par value $100.00 per share (the “Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock”), and 10,000,000 are designated Class B Serial Preferred Stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “Arconic Pennsylvania Class B Preferred Stock”). As of the date hereof, and before giving effect to the transactions contemplated hereby, 481,311,876 shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock are issued and outstanding, 546,024 shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock are issued and outstanding and no shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Class B Preferred Stock are issued and outstanding.
C.   The board of directors of Arconic Pennsylvania has determinedprovide services that for the purpose of effecting the reincorporation of Arconic Pennsylvania in the State of Delaware, it is advisable and in the best interests of Arconic Pennsylvania and its shareholders that Arconic Pennsylvania merge with and into Arconic Delaware upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
D.   The respective boards of directors of the Constituent Corporations have approved, and declared advisable and in the best interests of their respective shareholders or stockholders, this Agreement and the Merger, and have recommended that their respective shareholders or stockholders approve the adoption of this Agreement.
E.   The Merger is intended to qualify as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a)(1)(F) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), and this Agreement is intended to constitute, and is hereby adopted as, a “plan of reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368 of the Code and Treasury Regulations Sections 1.368-1(c), 1.368-2(g) and 1.368-3(a).
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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual agreements and covenants set forth herein, Arconic Delaware and Arconic Pennsylvania hereby agree, intending to be legally bound hereby, subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, as follows:
1.   MERGER
A.   Merger.   In accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “DGCL”) and the Pennsylvania Associations Code (the “PAC”), Arconic Pennsylvania shall be merged with and into Arconic Delaware (the “Merger”), whereupon therequire separate existence of Arconic Pennsylvania shall cease and Arconic Delaware shall be the surviving corporation (the “Surviving Corporation”).
B.   Filing and Effectiveness.   The Merger shall become effective in accordance with Section 335 of the PAC and Section 252 of the DGCL at the time agreed upon by the parties hereto and specified in the Certificate of Merger to be filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware and the Statement of Merger to be filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Such date and time when the Merger shall become effective is herein called the “Effective Time.”
C.   Effect of the Merger.   The Merger shall have the effects set forth in this Agreement and the applicable provisions of each of the DGCL and the PAC.
2.   CHARTER DOCUMENTS, DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS
A.   Certificate of Incorporation.   At the Effective Time, the Certificate of Incorporation of Arconic Delaware as in effect immediately prior to the Effective Time shall be amended and restated in its entirety to be in the form set forth as Exhibit A and, as so amended and restated, shall be the Certificate of Incorporation of the Surviving Corporation, until thereafter amended in accordance with the provisions thereof and applicable law.
B.   Bylaws.   At the Effective Time, the Bylaws of Arconic Delaware as in effect immediately prior to the Effective Time shall be amended and restated in their entirety to be in the form set forth as Exhibit B and, as so amended and restated, shall be the Bylaws of the Surviving Corporation, until thereafter amended in accordance with the provisions thereof and applicable law.
C.   Directors and Officers.   The directors and officers of Arconic Pennsylvania immediately prior to the Effective Time shall, from and after the Effective Time, be the directors and officers of the Surviving Corporation, to hold office in accordance with applicable law, the Certificate of Incorporation of the Surviving Corporation and the Bylaws of the Surviving Corporation, until their successors shall have been duly elected and qualified or their earlier death, resignation or removal.
3.   MANNER OF CONVERSION OF STOCK
A.   Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock.   At the Effective Time, each share of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior thereto shall, by virtue of the Merger and without any action by the Constituent Corporations, the holder of such share or any other person, be converted into and exchanged for one (1) legally issued, fully paid and nonassessable share of Arconic Delaware Common Stock.
B.   Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock.   At the Effective Time, each share of Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior thereto shall, by virtue of the Merger and without any action by the Constituent Corporations, the holder of such share or any other person, be converted into and exchanged for one (1) legally issued, fully paid and nonassessable share of Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock.
C.   Arconic Delaware Common Stock.   At the Effective Time, each share of Arconic Delaware Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior thereto shall, by virtue of the Merger and without any action by Arconic Delaware, the holder of such share or any other person, be cancelled and returned to the status of an authorized and unissued share of Arconic Delaware Common Stock, without any consideration being delivered in respect thereof.
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D. Exchange of Certificates.   
i.   After the Effective Time, each holder of a certificate representing shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock may, at such shareholder’s option, surrender the same for cancellation to the transfer agent of the Surviving Corporation (the “Agent”), and each such holder shall be entitled to receive in exchange therefor a certificate or certificates representing the number of shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock into which the shares formerly represented by the surrendered certificate were converted as herein provided. Until so surrendered, each certificate representing shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time shall be deemed for all purposes, from and after the Effective Time, to represent the number of shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock into which such shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock were converted in the Merger.
ii.   After the Effective Time, each holder of a certificate representing shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock may, at such shareholder’s option, surrender the same for cancellation to the Agent, and each such holder shall be entitled to receive in exchange therefor a certificate or certificates representing the number of shares of Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock into which the shares formerly represented by the surrendered certificate were converted as herein provided. Until so surrendered, each certificate representing shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time shall be deemed for all purposes, from and after the Effective Time, to represent the number of shares of Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock into which such shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock were converted in the Merger.
iii.   The registered owner on the books and records of the Surviving Corporation of any shares of stock represented by a certificate of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock or Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock shall, until such certificate shall have been surrendered for transfer or conversion or otherwise accounted for to the Surviving Corporation or the Agent, have and be entitled to exercise any voting and other rights (including the right to receive dividends and other distributions) with respect to the shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock or Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock, as applicable, represented by such certificate as provided in this Section 3(D).
iv.   Each certificate representing shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock or shares of Arconic Delaware Class A Preferred Stock so issued in the Merger shall bear the same legends, if any, with respect to the restrictions on transferability as the certificate of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock or Arconic Pennsylvania Class A Preferred Stock, as applicable, so converted and given in exchange therefor, unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors of the Surviving Corporation in compliance with applicable laws.
E.   Arconic Pennsylvania Equity Incentive and Deferred Compensation Plans
i.   At the Effective Time, the Surviving Corporation shall assume and continue any and all stock option, stock incentive, stock purchase and other compensatory equity-based award plans, and all deferred compensation plans, in each case, maintained by Arconic Pennsylvania as of immediately prior to the Effective Time (collectively, the “Plans”) for its current and former employees, directors and other service providers. Each outstanding and unexercised option, restricted stock unit, performance-based restricted stock unit, right to purchase or receive Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock, notional unit valued by reference to one share of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock, or security convertible into Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock, in each case, that was granted or credited under a Plan and remains outstanding or credited as of immediately prior to the Effective Time (each, an “Award”), shall be assumed by the Surviving Corporation at the Effective Time and shall remain subject to the same terms and conditions that applied to such Award immediately prior to the Effective Time, except that, effective as of the Effective Time, each Award shall automatically and without any action on the part of the holder thereof be adjusted to relate to Arconic Delaware Common Stock on the basis of one (1) share of Arconic Delaware Common Stock for each one (1) share of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock to which such Award related immediately prior to the Effective Time.
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ii.   At the Effective Time, a number of shares of Arconic Delaware Common Stock shall be reserved for issuance under the Plans equal to the number of shares of Arconic Pennsylvania Common Stock so reserved immediately prior to the Effective Time.
F.   Benefit and Compensation Plans.   At the Effective Time, the Surviving Corporation shall assume and be subject to all of the duties, liabilities, obligations and restrictions of every kind and description of Arconic Pennsylvania under each employee benefit and compensation plan sponsored by Arconic Pennsylvania or its subsidiaries in effect as of the Effective Time or with respect to which employee rights or accrued benefits are outstanding as of the Effective Time.
4.   CONDITIONS
A.   Conditions to Arconic Pennsylvania’s Obligations.   Without limiting the rights of Arconic Pennsylvania to terminate this Agreement and abandon the Merger pursuant to Section 5(D), the obligations of Arconic Pennsylvania under this Agreement shall also be conditioned upon the occurrence of the following events:
i.   This Agreement shall have been adopted by the shareholders of Arconic Pennsylvania;
ii.   Any consents, approvals or authorizations that Arconic Pennsylvania deems necessary or appropriate to be obtained in connection with the consummation of the Merger shall have been obtained; and
iii.   The Arconic Delaware Common Stock to be issued in connection with the Merger shall have been approved for listing on the New York Stock Exchange (or such other exchange as Arconic Pennsylvania may designate), subject to official notice of issuance.
5.   GENERAL
A.   Certain Actions.   Each of Arconic Delaware and Arconic Pennsylvania covenants and agrees that it will take such actions as may be required by the DGCL and the PAC in connection with the Merger. Without limiting the foregoing, following the execution of this Agreement and prior to the Effective Time, Arconic Pennsylvania shall, in its capacity as the sole stockholder of Arconic Delaware, adopt this agreement.
B.   Reorganization for Tax Purposes.   The Merger is intended to qualify as a “reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368(a)(1)(F) of the Code, and this Agreement is intended to constitute, and is hereby adopted as, a “plan of reorganization” within the meaning of Section 368 of the Code and Treasury Regulations Sections 1.368-1(c), 1.368-2(g) and 1.368-3(a).
C.   Further Assurances.   From time to time, as and when required by Arconic Delaware or by its successors or assigns, there shall be executed and delivered on behalf of Arconic Pennsylvania such deeds and other instruments, and there shall be taken or caused to be taken by Arconic Delaware and Arconic Pennsylvania such further and other actions, as shall be appropriate or necessary in order to vest or perfect in or conform of record or otherwise by Arconic Delaware the title to and possession of all the property, interests, assets, rights, privileges, immunities, powers, franchises and authority of Arconic Pennsylvania and otherwise to carry out the purposes of this Agreement, and the officers and directors of Arconic Delaware are fully authorized in the name and on behalf of Arconic Pennsylvania or otherwise to take any and all such action and to execute and deliver any and all such deeds and other instruments.
D.   Abandonment.   At any time before the Effective Time, this Agreement may be terminated and the Merger may be abandoned for any reason whatsoever by either or both of the Constituent Corporations, notwithstanding the approval of this Agreement by the shareholders of Arconic Pennsylvania or by the sole stockholder of Arconic Delaware, or by both. In the event of the termination of this Agreement, this Agreement shall become void and of no effect and there shall be no obligations on either Constituent Corporation or their respective board of directors, shareholders or stockholders with respect thereto.
E.   Amendment; Waiver.   The Constituent Corporations may amend this Agreement at any time prior to the Effective Time, provided that an amendment made subsequent to the adoption of this Agreement by the shareholders or stockholders of Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware that,
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pursuant to applicable law or the rules of any stock exchange, requires further approval by the shareholders or stockholders of Arconic Pennsylvania or Arconic Delaware, as applicable, shall notAudit Committee will be made without such further approval. No failure or delay by a party hereto in exercising any right hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof nor shall any single or partial exercise thereof preclude any other or further exercise of any other right hereunder.
F.   Registered Office.   The registered office of the Surviving Corporation in the State of Delaware is 1209 Orange Street, in the City of Wilmington, County of New Castle, 19801, and The Corporation Trust Company is the registered agent of the Surviving Corporation at such address.
G.   Third-Party Beneficiaries.   This Agreement is not intended to confer any rights or benefits upon any person other than the parties hereto.
H.   Governing Law.   This Agreement shall in all respects be construed, interpreted and enforced in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of laws provision or rule that would cause the application of the laws of any other jurisdiction.
I.   Consent to Jurisdiction.   Each of the parties hereto hereby, with respect to any legal claim or proceeding arising out of this Agreement or the Merger, expressly and irrevocably submits, for itself and with respect to its property, generally and unconditionally,submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction ofAudit Committee by both the Delaware Court of Chancery and any appellate court therefrom within the State of Delaware (or, if the Delaware Court of Chancery declines to accept jurisdiction over a particular matter, any state or federal court within the State of Delaware) and agrees that any such claim or proceeding relating to this Agreement or the Merger shall not be brought or heard except in such courts.
J.   Counterparts.   This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original and all of which together shall constitute oneindependent auditor and the same instrument.
K.   Entire Agreement.   This AgreementChief Financial Officer or Vice President, Internal Audit and must include a joint statement as to whether, in their view, the documents referred to herein constituterequest or application is consistent with the entire agreement of the parties heretoSecurities and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, written or oral, among the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.Exchange Commission’s rules on auditor independence.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized as of the date first above written.
ARCONIC INC.71
a Delaware corporation
By:
/s/ Peter Hong
Name: Peter Hong
Title: Treasurer
ARCONIC INC.
a Pennsylvania corporation
By:
/s/ Katherine H. Ramundo
Name: Katherine H. Ramundo
Title: Executive Vice President,
     Chief Legal Officer and Secretary
[Signature Page to Reincorporation Merger Agreement]
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Exhibit A
Certificate of Incorporation of Surviving Corporation*
*
Included as Exhibit B to this proxy statement.
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Exhibit B
Bylaws of Surviving Corporation*
*
Included as Exhibit C to this proxy statement.
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EXHIBIT B
   HOWMET AEROSPACE | 2022 Proxy Statement   
Form of Delaware Certificate
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ATTACHMENT B−Howmet Aerospace Inc. Peer Group Companies
CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION
OF
ARCONIC INC.Proxy Peer for Market Information (n=18)
ARTICLE I
NAME OF CORPORATION
The name of the corporation is: Arconic
AMETEK Inc. (the “Corporation”).
ARTICLE II
REGISTERED OFFICE; REGISTERED AGENTBorgWarner
The address of the registered office of theDana Incorporated
Dover Corporation in the State of Delaware is
Fortive Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange Street, in the City of Wilmington, County of New Castle, 19801. The name of the registered agent of the Corporation at such address is The Corporation Trust Company. The Corporation may have such other offices, either within or without the State of Delaware, as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board of Directors”) may designate or as the business of the Corporation may from time to time require.
ARTICLE III
PURPOSEIllinois Tool Works Inc.
The purpose of the Corporation is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which corporations may be organized under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, as amended (“DGCL”).L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
ARTICLE IV
STOCKParker-Hannifin Corp.
Section 1.   Authorized Stock.   The total number of authorized capital stock of the Corporation shall be 610,660,000 shares which shall be divided into three classes as follows: (i) 660,000 shares of Serial Preferred Stock of the par value of  $100 per share (the “Serial Preferred Stock”), (ii) 10,000,000 shares of Class B Serial Preferred Stock of the par value of  $1.00 per share (the “Class B Serial Preferred Stock” and together with the Serial Preferred Stock, the “Preferred Stock”) and (iii) 600,000,000 shares of Common Stock of the par value of  $1.00 per share (the “Common Stock”).
Section 2.   Common Stock.   Except as otherwise provided by law, by this Certificate of Incorporation, or by the resolution or resolutions adopted by the Board of Directors designating the rights, powers and preferences of any series of Preferred Stock, the holders of outstanding shares of Common Stock shall have the right to vote on all matters, including the election of directors, to the exclusion of all other stockholders, and holders of Preferred Stock shall not be entitled to receive notice of any meeting of stockholders at which they are not entitled to vote. Each holder of record of Common Stock shall be entitled to one vote for each share of Common Stock standing in the name of the stockholder on the books of the Corporation.
Section 3.   Preferred Stock.   Shares of Preferred Stock may be authorized and issued in one or more series, and the number of shares to be included in each such series may be established, and the designations, powers, rights and preferences of the shares of each such series, and the qualifications, limitations and restrictions thereof may be fixed, in this Certificate of Incorporation. In addition, the Board of Directors (or any committee to which it may duly delegate the authority granted in this Article IV) is hereby empowered, by resolution or resolutions, to authorize the issuance from time to time of shares of Preferred Stock in one or more series, for such consideration and for such corporate purposes as the Board of Directors (or such committee thereof) may from time to time determine, and by filing a certificate pursuant to applicable law of the State of Delaware as it presently exists or may hereafter be amended to establish from time to time for each such series the number of shares to be included in each such series and to fix the designations, powers, rights and preferences of the shares of each such series, and the qualifications, limitations and restrictions thereof to the fullest extent now or hereafter permitted by this Certificate of Incorporation and the laws of the State of Delaware, including, without limitation, voting rights (if any),Rockwell Automation, Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTSSpirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc.
dividend rights, dissolution rights, conversion rights, exchange rights and redemption rights thereof, as shall be stated and expressed in a resolution or resolutions adopted by the Board of Directors (or such committee thereof) providing for the issuance of such series of Preferred Stock, and in accordance with the following provisions:Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
(a)   Establishment of Series of Preferred Stock.   Preferred Stock shall be issued in one or more series. Each series shall be designated herein or by the Board of Directors so as to distinguish the shares thereof from the shares of all other series and classes. The Board of Directors may, by resolution, from time to time divide shares of Preferred Stock into series and fix and determine the number of shares and, subject to the provisions of this Article IV, the relative rights and preferences of any series so established, provided that all shares of Preferred Stock shall be identical except as to the following relative rights and preferences, in respect of any or all of which there may be variations between different series, namely: the rate of dividend (including the date from which dividends shall be cumulative and, with respect to Class B Serial Preferred Stock, whether such dividend rate shall be fixed or variable and the methods, procedures and formulas for the recalculation or periodic resetting of any variable dividend rate); the price at, and the terms and conditions on, which shares may be redeemed; the amounts payable on shares in the event of voluntary or involuntary liquidation; sinking fund provisions for the redemption or purchase of shares in the event shares of any series are issued with sinking fund provisions; and the terms and conditions on which the shares of any series may be converted in the event the shares of any series are issued with the privilege of conversion. Each share of any series of Preferred Stock shall be identical with all other shares of such series, except as to date from which dividends shall be cumulative.Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
(b)   Dividends.Textron Inc.
i.   The holders of Serial Preferred Stock of any series shall be entitled to receive, when and as declared by the Board of Directors, out of surplus or net profits legally available therefor, cumulative dividends at the rate of dividend fixed by the Board of Directors for such series as hereinbefore provided, and no more, payable quarter yearly on the first days of January, April, July and October in each year. The dividends on any shares of Serial Preferred Stock shall be cumulative from such date as shall be fixed for that purpose by the Board of Directors prior to the issue of such shares or, if no such date shall be so fixed by the Board of Directors, from the quarter yearly dividend payment date next preceding the date of issue of such shares.Timken Company
ii.   The holders of Class B Serial Preferred Stock of any series shall be entitled to receive, when and as declared by the Board of Directors or any authorized committee thereof, out of funds legally available therefor, cumulative dividends at the rate of dividend fixed by the Board of Directors for such series including any such rate which may be reset or recalculated from time to time pursuant to procedures or formulas established therefor by the Board of Directors, and no more; provided, however, that no dividend shall be declared or paid on the Class B Serial Preferred Stock so long as any of the Serial Preferred Stock remains outstanding, unless all quarter yearly dividends accrued on the Serial Preferred Stock and the dividend thereon for the current quarter yearly dividend period shall have been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart. The dividends on any shares of Class B Serial Preferred Stock shall be cumulative from such date as shall be fixed for that purpose by the Board of Directors prior to the issue of such shares or, if no such date shall be so fixed by the Board of Directors, from the dividend payment date for such series next preceding the date of issue of such shares. If full cumulative dividends on shares of a series of Class B Serial Preferred Stock have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart, dividends thereon shall be declared and paid pro rata to the holders of such series entitled thereto. Accrued dividends shall not bear interest.TransDigm Group Incorporated
iii.   The holders of Common Stock shall be entitled to receive dividends, when and as declared by the Board of Directors, provided, however, that no dividend shall be declared or paid on the Common Stock so long as any of the Preferred Stock remains outstanding, unless all dividends accrued on all classes of Preferred Stock and the dividend on Serial Preferred Stock for the current quarter yearly dividend period shall have been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart.
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies
B-3Xylem Inc.

(c)   Liquidation.   In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Corporation, whether voluntary or involuntary, then before any payment or distribution shall be made to the holders of Common Stock or Class B Serial Preferred Stock the holders of Serial Preferred Stock shall be entitled to be paid such amount as shall have been fixed by the Board of Directors as hereinbefore provided, plus all dividends which have accrued on the Serial Preferred Stock and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart. Thereafter, the holders of Class B Serial Preferred Stock of each series shall be entitled to be paid such amount as shall have been fixed by the Board of Directors as hereinbefore provided, plus all dividends which have accrued on the Class B Serial Preferred Stock and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart. Thereafter, the remaining assets shall belong to and be divided among the holders of the Common Stock. The consolidation or merger of the Corporation with or into any other corporation or corporations or share exchange or division involving the Corporation in pursuance of applicable statutes providing for the consolidation, merger, share exchange or division shall not be deemed a liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Corporation within the meaning of any of the provisions of this Section 3(c).
(d)   Voting Rights.   The holders of Preferred Stock shall have no voting rights except as otherwise required by law or provided in this Certificate of Incorporation (including in any certificate of designation):
i.   If at any time the amount of any dividends on Preferred Stock which have accrued and which have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart shall be at least equal to the amount of four quarter yearly dividends, the holders of Preferred Stock shall have one vote per share, provided, however, that such voting rights of the holders of Preferred Stock shall continue only until all quarter yearly dividends accrued on the Preferred Stock have been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart.
ii.   Without the consent of the holders of at least a majority of the shares of Preferred Stock at the time outstanding, given in person or by proxy, either in writing or by vote at a meeting called for that purpose at which the holders of Preferred Stock shall vote as a class:
A.   
no additional class of stock ranking on a parity with the Preferred Stock as to dividends or assets shall be authorized;
B.   
the authorized number of shares of Preferred Stock or of any class of stock ranking on a parity with the Preferred Stock as to dividends or assets shall not be increased; and
C.   
the Corporation shall not merge or consolidate with or into any other corporation if the corporation surviving or resulting from such merger or consolidation would have after such merger or consolidation any authorized class of stock ranking senior to or on a parity with the Preferred Stock except the same number of shares of stock with the same rights and preferences as the authorized stock of the Corporation immediately preceding such merger or consolidation.
iii.   Except in pursuance of the provisions of Section 3(d)(ii)(C), without the consent of the holders of at least sixty-six and two-thirds percent (66-2/3%) of the number of shares of Preferred Stock at the time outstanding, given in person or by proxy, either in writing or by a vote at a meeting called for that purpose at which the holders of Preferred Stock shall vote as a class:
A.   
no change shall be made in the rights and preferences of the Preferred Stock as set forth in this Certificate of Incorporation or as fixed by the Board of Directors so as to affect such stock adversely; provided, however, that if any such change would affect any series of Preferred Stock adversely as compared with the effect thereof upon any other series of Preferred Stock, no such change shall be made without the additional consent given as aforesaid of the holders of at least sixty-six and two-thirds percent (66-2/3%) of the number of shares at the time outstanding of the Preferred Stock of the series which would be so adversely affected;
B.   
no additional class of stock ranking senior to the Preferred Stock as to dividends or assets shall be authorized;
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Aerospace and Defense Peer Group for Measuring Relative TSR Performance for 2021 Long-Term Incentives (n=19)
C.   
AAR Corp.
the authorized number of shares of any class of stock ranking senior to the Preferred Stock as to dividends or assets shall not be increased; andAerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc.
The Boeing Company
BWX Technologies, Inc.
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
General Dynamics Corporation
HEICO Corporation
Hexcel Corporation
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Moog Inc.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Parsons Corporation
Raytheon Technologies Corp.
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc.
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
Textron Inc.
TransDigm Group Incorporated
Triumph Group, Inc.
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the Corporation shall not (I) sell, lease, convey or part with control of all or substantially all of its property or business or (II) voluntarily liquidate, dissolve or wind up its affairs.
Notwithstanding the foregoing:
(x)
except as otherwise required by law, the voting rights of any series of Class B Serial Preferred Stock may be limited or eliminated by the Board of Directors prior to the issuance thereof; and
(y)
provided no shares of Serial Preferred Stock are then outstanding, any series of Class B Serial Preferred Stock may be issued with such additional voting rights in the event of dividend arrearages as the Board of Directors may determine to be required to qualify such series for listing on one or more securities exchanges of recognized standing.
(e)   Redemption.
i.   The Corporation, at the option of the Board of Directors, may redeem the whole or any part of the Serial Preferred Stock, or the whole or any part of any series thereof, at any time or from time to time, at such redemption price therefor as shall have been fixed by the Board of Directors as hereinbefore provided, plus all dividends which on the redemption date have accrued on the shares to be redeemed and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart. Notice of every such redemption shall be published not less than thirty (30) days nor more than sixty (60) days prior to the date fixed for redemption in a daily newspaper printed in the English language and published and of general circulation in the Borough of Manhattan, City and State of New York, and in a daily newspaper printed in the English language and published and of general circulation in the City of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Notice of every such redemption shall also be mailed not less than thirty (30) days nor more than sixty (60) days prior to the date fixed for redemption to the holders of record of the shares of Serial Preferred Stock to be redeemed at their respective addresses as the same appear upon the books of the Corporation; but no failure to mail such notice or any defect therein or in the mailing thereof shall affect the validity of the proceedings for the redemption of any shares of Serial Preferred Stock. In case of a redemption of a part only of any series of the Serial Preferred Stock at the time outstanding, the Corporation shall select shares so to be redeemed in such manner, whether pro rata or by lot, as the Board of Directors may determine. Subject to the provisions herein contained, the Board of Directors shall have full power and authority to prescribe the manner in which and the terms and conditions on which the Serial Preferred Stock shall be redeemed from time to time. If notice of redemption shall have been published as hereinbefore provided and if before the redemption date specified in such notice all funds necessary for such redemption shall have been set apart so as to be available therefor, then on and after the date fixed for redemption the shares of Serial Preferred Stock so called for redemption, notwithstanding that any certificate therefor shall not have been surrendered for cancellation, shall no longer be deemed outstanding and all rights with respect to such shares shall forthwith cease and terminate except only the right of the holders thereof to receive upon surrender of certificates therefor the amount payable upon redemption thereof, but without interest; provided, however, that if the Corporation shall, after the publication of notice of any such redemption and prior to the redemption date, deposit in trust for the account of the holders of the Serial Preferred Stock to be redeemed with a bank or trust company in good standing, designated in such notice, organized under the laws of the United States of America or of the State of New York or of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, doing business in the Borough of Manhattan, The City of New York, or in the City of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and having a capital, undivided profits and surplus aggregating at least five million dollars ($5,000,000), all funds necessary for such redemption, then from and after the time of such deposit the shares of Serial Preferred Stock so called for redemption, notwithstanding that any certificate therefor shall not have been surrendered for cancellation, shall no longer be deemed outstanding and all rights with respect to such shares shall forthwith cease and terminate except
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only the right of the holders of such shares to receive from such bank or trust company upon surrender of certificates therefor the amount payable upon redemption thereof, but without interest. All shares of Serial Preferred Stock so redeemed shall be cancelled and shall not be reissued.
ii.   The terms and conditions under which the whole or any part of any series of the Class B Serial Preferred Stock may be redeemed shall be established by the Board of Directors prior to the issuance thereof. Unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors, all shares of Class B Serial Preferred Stock so redeemed or otherwise acquired by the Corporation shall be returned to the status of authorized but unissued shares.
(f)   Preemptive Rights.   Neither the holders of the Preferred Stock nor the holders of the Common Stock shall be entitled to participate in any right of subscription to any increased or additional capital stock of the Corporation of any kind whatsoever.
(g)   Serial Preferred Stock.   There is hereby established a series of the Serial Preferred Stock of the Corporation consisting initially of 660,000 shares as follows:
i.   The shares of such series shall be designated as $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock.
ii.   The rate of dividend payable upon the shares of  $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock shall be $3.75 per share per annum and the dividends upon shares thereof issued in respect of such shares of the Corporation’s predecessor issued prior to April 1, 1947 shall be cumulative.
iii.   The redemption price applicable to the shares of  $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock shall be $100 per share, plus dividends which have accrued and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart.
iv.   The amounts payable to the holders of  $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock in the event of any voluntary liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of the Corporation, as provided in this Article IV, before any distribution shall be made to the holders of Common Stock, shall be $100 per share, plus dividends which have accrued and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart. In the event of any involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of the Corporation, as provided in this Article IV, the amount payable to the holders of  $3.75 Cumulative Preferred Stock, before any payment or distribution shall be made to the holders of Common Stock, shall be $100 per share, plus dividends which have accrued and have not been paid or declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof set apart.
ARTICLE V
TERM
The term of existence of the Corporation shall be perpetual.
ARTICLE VI
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1.   Number of Directors.   Subject to any rights of the holders of any class or series of Preferred Stock to elect additional directors under specified circumstances, the number of directors which shall constitute the Board of Directors shall be fixed from time to time exclusively pursuant to a resolution adopted by the affirmative vote of a majority of the total number of directors that the Corporation would have if there were no vacancies (the “Whole Board”).
Section 2.   Election of Directors.   At each annual meeting of stockholders, directors of the Corporation shall be elected to hold office for a term expiring at the next annual meeting of stockholders, and until their respective successors shall have been duly elected and qualified or until their earlier death, resignation or removal as hereinafter provided; except that if any such election shall be not so held, such election shall take place at a stockholders’ meeting called and held in accordance with the DGCL. For the avoidance of doubt, the term of all directors of the Corporation serving on the Board of Directors as of December 31, 2017 shall expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders as provided in the preceding
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sentence. Unless and except to the extent that the Bylaws of the Corporation (as amended, the “Bylaws”) shall so require, the election of directors of the Corporation need not be by written ballot. Advance notice of stockholder nominations for the election of directors shall be given in the manner and to the extent provided in the Bylaws.
Section 3.   Newly Created Directorships and Vacancies.   Subject to applicable law and the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, and unless the Board of Directors otherwise determines, vacancies resulting from death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, removal from office or other cause, and newly created directorships resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors, may be filled only by the affirmative vote of a majority of the remaining directors, though less than a quorum of the Board of Directors, or by a sole remaining director, and directors so chosen shall hold office for a term expiring at the next annual meeting of stockholders and until such director’s successor shall have been duly elected and qualified. No decrease in the number of authorized directors constituting the Whole Board shall shorten the term of any incumbent director.
Section 4.   Removal of Directors.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock then outstanding, any director may be removed from office at any time with or without cause, at a meeting called for that purpose, by the affirmative vote of the holders of at least a majority of the voting power of all outstanding shares of Common Stock entitled to vote generally in the election of directors, voting together as a single class.
Section 5.   Rights of Holders of Preferred Stock.   Notwithstanding the provisions of this Article VI, whenever the holders of one or more series of Preferred Stock issued by the Corporation shall have the right, voting separately or together by series, to elect directors at an annual or special meeting of stockholders, the election, term of office, filling of vacancies and other features of such directorship shall be governed by the rights of such Preferred Stock as set forth in this Certificate of Incorporation or the certificate of designations governing such series.
Section 6.   No Cumulative Voting.   Except as may otherwise be set forth in the resolution or resolutions of the Board of Directors providing the issuance of a series of Preferred Stock, and then only with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, cumulative voting in the election of directors is specifically denied.
ARTICLE VII
STOCKHOLDER ACTION
Section 1.   Stockholder Action by Written Consent.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, any action required or permitted to be taken by the stockholders of the Corporation at an annual or special meeting of stockholders of the Corporation, may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice, and without a vote, if a consent or consents in writing, setting forth the action so taken, shall be signed by the holders of stock of the Corporation having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares of stock of the Corporation entitled to vote thereon were present and voted.
Section 2.   Special Meetings of Stockholders.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, special meetings of stockholders may only be called by or at the direction of  (1) the Chairman of the Board of Directors or the Chief Executive Officer, (2) the Board of Directors pursuant to a resolution adopted by a majority of the Whole Board or (3) the Secretary of the Corporation at the written request of a stockholder of record in accordance with the requirements and procedures provided in the Bylaws. At any special meeting of stockholders, only such business shall be conducted or considered as shall have been properly brought before the meeting pursuant to the Corporation’s notice of meeting.
ARTICLE VIII
DIRECTOR LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by the DGCL, as the same exists or may hereafter be amended, a director of the Corporation shall not be personally liable either to the Corporation or to any of its
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stockholders for monetary damages for breach of fiduciary duty as a director. Any amendment, modification or repeal of the foregoing sentence shall not adversely affect any right or protection of a director of the Corporation hereunder in respect of any act or omission occurring prior to the time of such amendment, modification or repeal. If the DGCL hereafter is amended to further eliminate or limit the liability of a director, then a director of the Corporation, in addition to the circumstances in which a director is not personally liable as set forth in the preceding sentence, shall not be liable to the fullest extent permitted by the amended DCGL.
ARTICLE IX
AMENDMENTS TO BYLAWS
In furtherance and not in limitation of the powers conferred by law, the Board of Directors is expressly authorized and empowered to adopt, amend, alter, change or repeal the Bylaws.
ARTICLE X
FORUM AND VENUE
Unless the Board of Directors otherwise determines, the sole and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf of the Corporation, (ii) any action asserting a claim for or based on a breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Corporation to the Corporation or to the Corporation’s stockholders, including any claim alleging aiding and abetting of such a breach of fiduciary duty, (iii) any action asserting a claim against the Corporation or any current or former director or officer or other employee of the Corporation arising pursuant to any provision of the DGCL or this Certificate of Incorporation or the Bylaws (as either may be amended from time to time), (iv) any action asserting a claim related to or involving the Corporation that is governed by the internal affairs doctrine, or (v) any action asserting an “internal corporate claim” as that term is defined in Section 115 of the DGCL, shall be a state court located within the State of Delaware (or, if no state court located within the State of Delaware has jurisdiction, the federal court for the District of Delaware).
ARTICLE XI
AMENDMENTS
The Corporation reserves the right to amend, alter, change or repeal any provision contained in this Certificate of Incorporation, in the manner now or hereafter prescribed by the laws of the State of Delaware, and all rights herein are granted subject to this reservation.
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EXHIBIT C
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Form of Delaware Bylaws
C-1ATTACHMENT C−Calculation of Financial Measures
SEGMENT MEASURES
($ in millions)Year ended
December 31,
2021
December 31,
2020
Engine Products:
Third-party sales$2,282$2,406
Segment operating profit$440$417
Segment operating profit margin19.3%17.3%
Fastening Systems:
Third-party sales$1,044$1,245
Segment operating profit$190$247
Segment operating profit margin18.2%19.8%
Engineered Structures:
Third-party sales$725$927
Segment operating profit$54$73
Segment operating profit margin7.4%7.9%
Forged Wheels:
Third-party sales$921$679
Segment operating profit$255$153
Segment operating profit margin27.7%22.5%
Segment performance under the Company’s management reporting system is evaluated based on a number of factors; however, the primary measure of performance is Segment operating profit. The Company’s definition of Segment operating profit is Operating income excluding Special items. Special items include Restructuring and other charges and Corporate expense. Segment operating profit may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.
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BYLAWS
OF
ARCONIC INC.
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Incorporated under the Laws of the State of Delaware
ATTACHMENT C (continued)
These Bylaws (the “Bylaws”) of Arconic Inc., a Delaware corporation, are effective as of  [               ].
ARTICLE I
OFFICES AND RECORDS
SEGMENT END MARKETS REVENUE – ANNUAL
($ in millions)Year ended December 31,
20212020
Engine Products:
Aerospace – Commercial$1,105$1,247
Aerospace – Defense523557
Commercial Transportation
Industrial and Other654602
Third-party sales end-market revenue$2,282$2,406
Fastening Systems:
Aerospace – Commercial$537$808
Aerospace – Defense158156
Commercial Transportation208155
Industrial and Other141126
Third-party sales end-market revenue$1,044$1,245
Engineered Structures:
Aerospace – Commercial$387$542
Aerospace – Defense270303
Commercial Transportation
Industrial and Other6882
Third-party sales end-market revenue$725$927
Forged Wheels:
Aerospace – Commercial$$
Aerospace – Defense
Commercial Transportation921679
Industrial and Other
Third-party sales end-market revenue$921$679
Section 1.1.   Delaware Office.   The registered office of Arconic Inc. (the “Corporation”) in the State of Delaware shall be as stated from time to time in the Certificate of Incorporation of the Corporation (as amended, the “Certificate of Incorporation”).
Section 1.2.   Other Offices.   The Corporation may have such other offices, either inside or outside the State of Delaware, as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the “Board of Directors”) may from time to time designate or as the business of the Corporation may require.
Section 1.3.   Books and Records.   The books and records of the Corporation may be kept inside or outside the State of Delaware at such place or places as may from time to time be designated by the Board of Directors.
ARTICLE II
STOCKHOLDERS
Section 2.1.   Annual Meeting.   The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Corporation shall be held at such date and time and in such manner as may be fixed by resolution of the Board of Directors.
Section 2.2.   Special Meeting.   
(A)   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock (as used herein, such term shall have the meaning given in the Certificate of Incorporation) with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, special meetings of the stockholders may be called only by or at the direction of  (1) the Chairman of the Board of Directors or the Chief Executive Officer, (2) the Board of Directors pursuant to a resolution adopted by a majority of the total number of directors which the Corporation would have if there were no vacancies (the “Whole Board”), or (3) the Secretary of the Corporation at the written request of a stockholder of record who owns and has owned, or is acting on behalf of one or more beneficial owners who own and have owned, continuously for at least one year as of the record date fixed in accordance with these Bylaws to determine who may deliver a written request to call such special meeting, capital stock representing at least twenty-five percent (25%) of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Corporation entitled to vote generally in the election of directors (the “Special Meeting Request Required Shares”), and who continue to own the Special Meeting Request Required Shares at all times between such record date and the date of the applicable meeting of stockholders. For purposes of this Section 2.2, a record or beneficial owner shall be deemed to “own” shares of capital stock of the Corporation that such record or beneficial owner would be deemed to own in accordance with clause (3) of the first paragraph of Section 9.1 (without giving effect to any reference to Constituent Holder or any stockholder fund comprising a Qualifying Fund contained therein).
(B)   Any record stockholder (whether acting for him, her or itself, or at the direction of a beneficial owner) may, by written notice to the Secretary, demand that the Board of Directors fix a record date to determine the record stockholders who are entitled to deliver a written request to call a special meeting (such record date, the “Ownership Record Date”). A written demand to fix an Ownership Record Date shall include all of the information that must be included in a written request to call a special meeting, as set forth in paragraph (D) of this Section 2.2. The Board of Directors may fix the Ownership Record Date within ten (10) days of the Secretary’s receipt of a valid demand to fix the Ownership Record Date. The Ownership Record Date shall not precede, and shall not be more than ten (10) days after, the date upon which the resolution fixing the Ownership Record Date is adopted by the Board of Directors. If an
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
Some of the information included in this document is derived from Howmet Aerospace’s consolidated financial information but is not fixed by the Board of Directors within the period set forth above, the Ownership Record Date shall be the date that the first written request to call a special meetingpresented in Howmet Aerospace’s financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the requirementsUnited States of this Section 2.2 is received by the Secretary with respectAmerica (GAAP). Certain of these data are considered “non-GAAP financial measures” under SEC rules. These non-GAAP financial measures supplement our GAAP disclosures and should not be considered an alternative to the proposed business to be submitted for stockholder approval at a special meeting.
(C)   A beneficial owner who wishes to deliver a written request to call a special meeting must cause the nominee or other person who serves as the record stockholder of such beneficial owner’s stock to sign the written request to call a special meeting. If a record stockholder is the nominee for more than one beneficial owner of stock, the record stockholder may deliver a written request to call a special meeting solely with respectGAAP measure. Reconciliations to the capital stockmost directly comparable GAAP financial measures and management’s rationale for the use of the Corporation beneficially ownednon-GAAP financial measures can be found below.
RECONCILIATION OF INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS AND DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS
($ in millions except per share and share amounts)Year ended
December 31,
2021
December 31,
2020
Income from continuing operations$258$211
Diluted earnings per share (EPS)
Continuing operations$0.59$0.48
Discontinued operations$$0.11
Special items:
Restructuring and other charges90182
Discrete tax items1
9(115)
Other special items
Debt tender fees and related costs14765
Costs, including interest, associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction14
Plant fire (reimbursements) costs, net(3)3
Release of tax indemnification receivable53
Legal and other advisory reimbursements related to Grenfell Tower, net(4)(12)
Costs associated with closures, shutdowns, and other items353
Reversal of state investment tax credits9
Total Other special items175135
Tax impact2
(90)(59)
Income from continuing operations excluding Special items$442$354
Diluted EPS excluding Special items$1.01$0.80
Average number of shares435,471,834439,296,141
Income from continuing operations excluding Special items and Diluted EPS excluding Special items are non-GAAP financial measure. Management believes that these measures are meaningful to investors because management reviews the operating results of the Company excluding the impacts of Restructuring and other charges, Discrete tax items, and Other special items (collectively, “Special items”). There can be no assurance that additional special items will not occur in future periods. To compensate for this limitation, management believes that it is appropriate to consider both Income from continuing operations determined under GAAP as well as Income from continuing operations excluding Special items.
1
Discrete tax items for each period included the following:

for the year ended December 31, 2021, a charge related to prior year foreign earnings distributed or no longer considered permanently reinvested $13, a net charge related to valuation allowance adjustments $9, and a net charge for other items $1, partially offset by a net benefit related to prior year amended returns and audit settlements ($14); and

for the beneficial owner who is directing the record stockholder to sign such written request to callyear ended December 31, 2020, a special meeting.
(D)   Each written request to call a special meeting shall include the following and shall be deliveredbenefit related to the Secretaryrelease of a reserve as a result of a favorable Spanish tax case decision ($64), a benefit related to the recognition of a previously uncertain U.S. tax position ($30), a benefit for a U.S. tax law change ($30), and a net benefit for a number of small tax items ($3), partially offset by charges resulting from the remeasurement of deferred tax balances in various jurisdictions as a result of the Corporation: (i)Arconic Inc. Separation Transactions $8, and a charge related to tax rate changes in various jurisdictions $4.
2
The tax impact on Special items is based on the signature ofapplicable statutory rates whereby the record stockholder submittingdifference between such requestrates and the date such request was signed, (ii) the text of each business proposal desired to be submitted for stockholder approval at the special meeting, and (iii) as to the beneficial owner, if any, directing such record stockholder to sign the written request to callCompany’s consolidated estimated annual effective tax rate is itself a special meeting and as to such record stockholder (unless such record stockholder is acting solely as a nominee for a beneficial owner) (each such beneficial owner and each record stockholder who is not acting solely as a nominee, a “Disclosing Party”):Special item.
(1)   all of the information required to be disclosed pursuant to Section 2.9(C)(1) of these Bylaws (which information shall be supplemented by delivery to the Secretary) by each Disclosing Party, (i) not later than ten (10) days after the record date for determining the record stockholders entitled to notice of the special meeting (such record date, the “Meeting Record Date”), to disclose the foregoing information as of the Meeting Record Date and (ii) not later than the 5th day before the special meeting, to disclose the foregoing information as of the date that is ten (10) days prior to the special meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof;
(2)   with respect to each business proposal to be submitted for stockholder approval at the special meeting, a statement whether or not any Disclosing Party will deliver a proxy statement and form of proxy to holders of at least the percentage of voting power of all of the outstanding shares of capital stock of the Corporation entitled to vote generally in the election of directors (“Voting Stock”) required under applicable law to carry such proposal (such statement, a “Solicitation Statement”); and
(3)   any additional information reasonably requested by the Board of Directors to verify the Voting Stock ownership position of such Disclosing Party.
Each time the Disclosing Party’s Voting Stock ownership position decreases following the delivery of the foregoing information to the Secretary, such Disclosing Party shall notify the Corporation of his, her or its decreased Voting Stock ownership position, together with any information reasonably requested by the Board of Directors to verify such position, within ten (10) days of such decrease or as of the 5th day before the special meeting, whichever is earlier.
(E)   The Secretary shall not accept, and shall consider ineffective, a written request to call a special meeting pursuant to clause (A)(3) of this Section 2.2:
(1)   that does not comply with the provisions of this Section 2.2;
(2)   that relates to an item of business that is not a proper subject for stockholder action under applicable law;
(3)   if such written request to call a special meeting is delivered between the time beginning on the 61st day after the earliest date of signature on a written request to call a special meeting, that has been delivered to the Secretary, relating to an identical or substantially similar item (as determined by the Board of Directors, a “Similar Item”), other than the election or removal of directors, and ending on the one (1)-year anniversary of such earliest date;
(4)   if a Similar Item will be submitted for stockholder approval at any stockholder meeting to be held on or before the 120th day after the Secretary receives such written request to call a special meeting (and, for purposes of this clause (4), the election of directors shall be deemed to be a Similar
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RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING INCOME MARGIN EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS AND OTHER ADJUSTMENTS
($ in millions)Year Ended
December 31,
2021
December 31,
2020
Operating income$748$626
Special items:
Restructuring and other charges90182
Costs associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction7
Legal and other advisory reimbursements related to Grenfell Tower, net(4)(12)
Plant fire (reimbursements) costs, net(3)3
Costs associated with closures, shutdowns, and other items353
Operating income excluding Special items$866$809
Sales$4,972$5,259
Operating income margin excluding Special items17.4%15.4%
Operating income excluding Special items and Operating income margin excluding Special items are non-GAAP financial measures. Management believes that these measures are meaningful to all items of business involvinginvestors because management reviews the election or removal of directors, changing the sizeoperating results of the BoardCompany excluding the impacts of Directors and the filling of vacancies or newly created directorships resulting from any increaseSpecial items. There can be no assurances that additional Special items will not occur in the authorized number of directors);
(5)   if a Similar Item has been presented at any meeting of stockholders held within 180 days priorfuture periods. To compensate for this limitation, management believes that it is appropriate to receipt by the Secretary of such written request to call a special meeting (and, for purposes of this clause (5), the election of directors shall be deemed to be a Similar Item with respect to all items of business involving the election or removal of directors, changing the size of the Board of Directors and the filling of vacancies or newly created directorships resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors); or
(6)   if such written request to call a special meeting is delivered between the time beginning on the 90th day prior to the date of the next annual meeting and ending on the date of the next annual meeting.
(F)   Revocations:
(1)   A record stockholder may revoke a request to call a special meeting at any time before the special meeting by sending written notice of such revocation to the Secretary of the Corporation.
(2)   All written requests for a special meeting shall be deemed revoked:
(a)   upon the first date that, after giving effect to revocation(s) and notices of ownership position decreases (pursuant to Section 2.2(D)(3) and the last sentence of Section 2.2(D), respectively), the aggregate Voting Stock ownership position of all the Disclosing Parties who are listed on the unrevoked written requests to call a special meeting with respect to a Similar Item decreases to a number of shares of Voting Stock less than theconsider both Operating income determined under GAAP as well as Operating income excluding Special Meeting Request Required Shares;
(b)   if any Disclosing Party who has provided a Solicitation Statement with respect to any business proposal to be submitted for stockholder approval at such special meeting does not act in accordance with the representations set forth therein; or
(c)   if any Disclosing Party does not provide the supplemental information required by Section 2.2(D)(3) or by the final sentence of Section 2.2(D), in accordance with such provisions.
(3)   If a deemed revocation of all written requests to call a special meeting has occurred after the special meeting has been called by the Secretary, the Board of Directors shall have the discretion to determine whether or not to proceed with the special meeting.
(G)   The Board of Directors may submit its own proposal or proposals for consideration at a special meeting called at the request of one or more stockholders. The Meeting Record Date for, and the place, date and time of, any special meeting shall be fixed by the Board of Directors; provided, that the date of any such special meeting shall not be more than 120 days after the date on which valid special meeting request(s) from holders of the Special Meeting Request Required Shares are delivered to the Secretary of the Corporation.
Section 2.3.   Place of Meeting.   The Board of Directors or the Chairman of the Board of Directors, as the case may be, may designate the place of meeting for any annual or special meeting of the stockholders or may designate that the meeting be held by means of remote communication. If no designation is so made, the place of meeting shall be the principal office of the Corporation.
Section 2.4.   Notice of Meeting.   Written or printed notice, stating the place, if any, date and hour of the meeting, the means of remote communications, if any, by which stockholders and proxy holders may be deemed to be present in person and vote at such meeting, and in the case of a special meeting, the purpose or purposes for which the meeting is called, shall be delivered by the Corporation not less than ten (10) days nor more than sixty (60) days before the date of the meeting, either personally, by electronic transmission in the manner provided in Section 232 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (as amended, the “DGCL”) (except to the extent prohibited by Section 232(e) of the DGCL) or by mail, to each stockholder of record entitled to vote at such meeting. If mailed, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States mail with postage thereon prepaid, addressed to theitems.
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS MARGIN
($ in millions)Quarter ended
December 31,
2021
Income from continuing operations after income taxes$77
Add:
Provision for income taxes1
Other expense, net6
Loss on debt redemption5
Interest expense, net58
Restructuring and other charges68
Provision for depreciation and amortization67
Adjusted EBITDA$282
Add:
Plant fire reimbursements, net(11)
Costs associated with closures, shutdowns, and other items25
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items$296
Third-party sales$1,285
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin23.0%
Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin are non-GAAP financial measures. The Company’s definition of Adjusted EBITDA (Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) is net margin plus an add-back for depreciation and amortization. Net margin is equivalent to Sales minus the recordsfollowing items: Cost of the Corporation. If notice is given by electronic transmission, such notice shall be deemedgoods sold; Selling, general administrative, and other expenses; Research and development expenses; and Provision for depreciation and amortization. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items Margin are meaningful to be given at the times provided in the DGCL. Such further notice shall be given as may be required by applicable law. Meetings may be held without notice if all stockholders entitled to vote are present and participate at the meeting without objectinginvestors because they provide additional information with respect to the holding of the meeting, or if notice is waived by those not present in accordance with Section 7.4 of these Bylaws. Any previously scheduled meeting of the stockholders may be postponed, and unless the Certificate of Incorporation otherwise provides, any special meeting of the stockholders may be cancelled, by resolution of the Board of Directors upon public notice given prior to the date previously scheduled for such meeting of stockholders.
Section 2.5.   Quorum and Adjournment.   Except as otherwise provided by law or by the Certificate of Incorporation, the holders of a majority of the Voting Stock, represented in person or by proxy, shall constitute a quorum at a meeting of stockholders, except that when specified business is to be voted on by a class or series of stock voting as a class, the holders of a majority of the shares of such class or series shall constitute a quorum of such class or series for the transaction of such business. The Chairman of the Board of Directors or the Chief Executive Officer may adjourn the meeting from time to time, whether or not there is a quorum. No notice of the time, date and place, if any, of adjourned meetings need be given except as required by applicable law. The stockholders present at a duly called meeting at which a quorum is present may continue to transact business until adjournment, notwithstanding the withdrawal of enough stockholders to leave less than a quorum.
Section 2.6.   Organization.   Meetings of stockholders shall be presided over by such person as the Board of Directors may designate as chairman of the meeting, or in the absence of such a person, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, or if none or in the Chairman of the Board of Directors’ absence or inability to act, the Chief Executive Officer, or if none or in the Chief Executive Officer’s absence or inability to act, the President, or if none or in the President’s absence or inability to act, an officer of the Corporation elected by the Board of Directors, or, if none of the foregoing is present or able to act, by a chairman to be chosen by the holders of a majority of the shares entitled to vote who are present in person or by proxy at the meeting. The Secretary, or in the Secretary’s absence, an Assistant Secretary, shall act as secretary of every meeting, but if neither the Secretary nor an Assistant Secretary is present, the presiding officer of the meeting shall appoint any person present to act as secretary of the meeting. The Board of Directors shall be entitled to make such rules or regulations for the conduct of meetings of stockholders as it shall deem necessary, appropriate or convenient. Subject to such rules and regulations of the Board of Directors, if any, the chairman of the meeting shall have the right and authority to prescribe such rules, regulations and procedures and to do all such acts as, in the judgment of such chairman, are necessary, appropriate or convenient for the proper conduct of the meeting, including, without limitation, establishing an agenda or order of business for the meeting, rules and procedures for maintaining order at the meetingCompany’s operating performance and the safety of those present, limitations on participation in the meetingCompany’s ability to stockholders of record of the Corporation, their duly authorized and constituted proxies and such other persons as the chairman shall permit, restrictions on entrymeet its financial obligations. The Adjusted EBITDA presented may not be comparable to the meeting after the time fixed for the commencement thereof, limitations on the time allotted to questions or comments by participants and regulation of the opening and closing of the polls for balloting and matters which are to be voted on by ballot.
Section 2.7.   Proxies.   At all meetings of stockholders, a stockholder may vote by proxy executed in writing (or in such manner prescribed by the DGCL) by the stockholder, or by such stockholder’s duly authorized attorney in fact.
Section 2.8.   Order of Business.   
(A)   Annual Meetings of Stockholders.   At any annual meeting of the stockholders, only such nominations of individuals for election to the Board of Directors shall be made, and only such other business shall be conducted or considered, as shall have been properly brought before the meeting. For nominations to be properly made at an annual meeting, and proposalssimilarly titled measures of other business to be properly brought before an annual meeting, nominations and proposals of other business must be: (a) specified in the Corporation’s notice of meeting (or any supplement thereto) given by or at the direction of the Board of Directors, (b) otherwise properly made at the annual meeting, by or at the direction of the Board of Directors or (c) otherwise properly requested to be brought before the annual meeting by a stockholder ofcompanies.
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS MARGIN
($ in millions)
2nd Half of 2021
Income from continuing operations after income taxes$104
Add:
Benefit for income taxes(3)
Other expense, net7
Loss on debt redemption123
Interest expense, net121
Restructuring and other charges76
Provision for depreciation and amortization135
Adjusted EBITDA$563
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Plant fire reimbursements, net(10)
Costs associated with closures, shutdowns, and other items35
Adjustment for performance-based restricted share units13
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items$591
Third-party sales$2,568
Adjustment for performance-based restricted share units115
Adjusted sales$2,583
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin22.9%
Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin are non-GAAP financial measures. The Company’s definition of Adjusted EBITDA (Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) is net margin plus an add-back for depreciation and amortization. Net margin is equivalent to Sales minus the Corporation in accordancefollowing items: Cost of goods sold; Selling, general administrative, and other expenses; Research and development expenses; and Provision for depreciation and amortization. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items Margin are meaningful to investors because they provide additional information with these Bylaws. For nominations of individuals for electionrespect to the Board of Directors or proposalsCompany’s operating performance and the Company’s ability to meet its financial obligations. The Adjusted EBITDA presented may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other businesscompanies.
Additionally, Adjusted sales is a non-GAAP financial measure. Management believes that this measure is meaningful to be properly requested by a stockholderinvestors because its reflective of historical revenue performance.
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The adjustment for performance-based restricted share units included the normalization of foreign currency exchange rates and other adjustments realized in actual results to be made at an annual meeting, a stockholder must (i) be a stockholder of record at the time of giving of notice of such annual meeting by or at the direction of the Board of Directors and at the time of the annual meeting, (ii) be entitled to vote at such annual meeting and (iii) comply with the procedures set forth in these Bylaws as to such business or nomination. Subject to Article IX of these Bylaws, the immediately preceding sentence shall be the exclusive means for a stockholder to make nominations or other business proposals (other than matters properly brought under Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) and includedthose contemplated in the Corporation’s notice of meeting) before an annual meeting of stockholders.Company’s incentive compensation targets.
(B)   Special Meetings of Stockholders.   At any special meeting of the stockholders, only such business shall be conducted or considered as shall have been properly brought before the meeting pursuant to the Corporation’s notice of meeting. To be properly brought before a special meeting, proposals of business must be (i) specified in the Corporation’s notice of meeting (or any supplement thereto) given by or at the direction of the Board of Directors, (ii) otherwise properly brought before the special meeting, by or at the direction of the Board of Directors or (iii) specified in the Corporation’s notice of meeting (or any supplement thereto) given by the Corporation pursuant to a valid stockholder request in accordance with Section 2.2 of these Bylaws, it being understood that business transacted at such a special meeting shall be limited to the matters stated in such valid stockholder request; provided, however, that nothing herein shall prohibit the Board of Directors from submitting additional matters to stockholders at any such special meeting.
Nominations of individuals for election to the Board of Directors may be made at a special meeting of stockholders at which directors are to be elected pursuant to the Corporation’s notice of meeting (a) by or at the direction of the Board of Directors or (b) provided that the Board of Directors has determined that directors shall be elected at such meeting, by any stockholder of the Corporation who (1) is a stockholder of record at the time of giving of notice of such special meeting and at the time of the special meeting, (2) is entitled to vote at the meeting, and (3) complies with the procedures set forth in these Bylaws as to such nomination. Subject to Article IX of these Bylaws, this Section 2.8(B) shall be the exclusive means for a stockholder to make nominations or other business proposals (other than matters properly brought under Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act and included in the Corporation’s notice of meeting) before a special meeting of stockholders.
(C)   General.   Except as otherwise provided by law, the Certificate of Incorporation or these Bylaws, the chairman of any annual or special meeting shall have the power to determine whether a nomination or any other business proposed to be brought before the meeting was made or proposed, as the case may be, in accordance with these Bylaws and, if any proposed nomination or other business is not in compliance with these Bylaws, to declare that no action shall be taken on such nomination or other proposal and such nomination or other proposal shall be disregarded.
Section 2.9.   Advance Notice of Stockholder Business and Nominations.   
(A)   Annual Meeting of Stockholders.   Without qualification or limitation, subject to Section 2.9(C)(4) of these Bylaws, for any nominations or any other business to be properly brought before an annual meeting by a stockholder pursuant to Section 2.8(A) of these Bylaws, the stockholder must have given timely notice thereof  (including, in the case of nominations, the completed and signed questionnaire, representation and agreement required by Section 2.10 of these Bylaws), and timely updates and supplements thereof, in each case in proper form, in writing to the Secretary, and such other business must otherwise be a proper matter for stockholder action.
To be timely, a stockholder’s notice shall be delivered to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day and not later than the close of business on the 90th day prior to the first anniversary of the preceding year’s annual meeting; provided, however, that in the event that the date of the annual meeting is more than thirty (30) days before or more than sixty (60) days after such anniversary date, notice by the stockholder must be so delivered not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day prior to the date of such annual meeting and not later than the close of business on the later of the 90th day prior to the date of such annual meeting or, if the first public
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA EXCLUDING SPECIAL ITEMS MARGIN
($ in millions)Twelve months ended
December 31, 2020
(2020 LTIP Result)
Twelve months ended
December 31, 2021
(2021 LTIP Result)
Income from continuing operations after income taxes$211$258
Add:
Benefit for income taxes(40)(66)
Other expense, net7419
Loss on debt redemption64146
Interest expense317259
Restructuring and other charges18290
Provision for depreciation and amortization279270
Adjusted EBITDA$1,087$1,108
Add:
Costs associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction7
Plant fire reimbursements, net1
(3)(4)
Legal and other advisory costs related to Grenfell Tower(12)(4)
Costs associated with closures, shutdowns, and other items335
Adjustment for performance-based restricted share units2
103
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items$1,092$1,138
Third-party sales$5,259$4,972
Adjustment for performance-based restricted share units2(13)15
Adjusted sales$5,246$4,987
Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin20.8%22.8%
Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin are non-GAAP financial measures. The Company’s definition of Adjusted EBITDA (Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) is net margin plus an add-back for depreciation and amortization. Net margin is equivalent to Sales minus the datefollowing items: Cost of such annual meeting is less than one hundred (100) days priorgoods sold; Selling, general administrative, and other expenses; Research and development expenses; and Provision for depreciation and amortization. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items Margin aremeaningful to the date of such annual meeting, the 10th day following the day on which public announcement of the date of such meeting is first made by the Corporation. In no event shall any adjournment or postponement of an annual meeting, or the public announcement thereof, commence a new time period for the giving of a stockholder’s notice as described above.
Notwithstanding anything in the immediately preceding paragraph to the contrary, in the event that the number of directors to be elected to the Board of Directors is increased by the Board of Directors, and there is no public announcement by the Corporation naming all of the nominees for director or specifying the size of the increased Board of Directors at least one hundred (100) days prior to the first anniversary of the preceding year’s annual meeting, a stockholder’s notice required by this Section 2.9(A) shall also be considered timely, but onlyinvestors because they provide additional information with respect to nominees for any new positions created by such increase, if it shallthe Company’s operating performance and the Company’s ability to meet its financial obligations. The Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Special items margin presented may not be deliveredcomparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.
Additionally, Adjusted sales is a non-GAAP financial measure. Management believes that this measure is meaningful to investors because its reflective of historical revenue performance.
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Plant fire reimbursements excludes the Secretary at the principal executive officesimpacts of  the Corporation not later than the close$6 of business on the 10th day following the day on which such public announcement is first made by the Corporation.
In addition, to be considered timely, a stockholder’s notice shall further be updated and supplemented, if necessary, so that the information provided or required to be provided in such notice shall be true and correct as of the record date for the meeting and as of the date that is ten (10) business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof, and such update and supplement shall be delivered to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation not later than five (5) business days after the record date for the meetingdepreciation in the casesecond quarter ended June 30, 2020.
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The adjustment for performance-based restricted share units included the normalization of the updateforeign currency exchange rates and supplement requiredother adjustments realized in actual results to be made as of the record date, and not later than eight (8) business days prior to the date for the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereofthose contemplated in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of ten (10) business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. For the avoidance of doubt, the obligation to update and supplement as set forth in this paragraph or any other Section of these Bylaws shall not limit the Corporation’s rights with respect to any deficiencies in any notice provided by a stockholder, extend any applicable deadlines hereunder or under any other provision of the Bylaws or enable or be deemed to permit a stockholder who has previously submitted notice hereunder or under any other provision of the Bylaws to amend or update any proposal or to submit any new proposal, including by changing or adding nominees, matters, business and or resolutions proposed to be brought before a meeting of the stockholders.Company’s incentive compensation targets.
(B)   Special Meetings of Stockholders.   Only such business shall be conducted at a special meeting of stockholders as shall have been brought before the meeting pursuant to the Corporation’s notice of meeting, subject to the provisions of Section 2.8(B) of these Bylaws.
Subject to Section 2.9(C)(4) of these Bylaws, in the event the Corporation calls a special meeting of stockholders for the purpose of electing one or more directors to the Board of Directors, any stockholder may nominate an individual or individuals (as the case may be) for election to such position(s) as specified in the Corporation’s notice of meeting, provided that the stockholder gives timely notice thereof  (including the completed and signed questionnaire, representation and agreement required by Section 2.10 of these Bylaws), and timely updates and supplements thereof in each case in proper form, in writing, to the Secretary. To be timely, a stockholder’s notice pursuant to the preceding sentence shall be delivered to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation not earlier than the close of business on the 120th day prior to the date of such special meeting and not later than the close of business on the later of the 90th day prior to the date of such special meeting or, if the first public announcement of the date of such special meeting is less than one hundred (100) days prior to the date of such special meeting, the 10th day following the day on which public announcement is first made of the date of the special meeting and of the nominees proposed by the Board of Directors to be elected at such meeting. In no event shall any adjournment or postponement of a special meeting of stockholders, or the public announcement thereof, commence a new time period for the giving of a stockholder’s notice as described above. In addition, to be considered timely, a stockholder’s notice pursuant to the first sentence of this paragraph shall further be updated and supplemented, if necessary, so that the information provided or required to be provided in such notice shall be true and correct as of the record date for the meeting and as of the date that is ten (10) business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof, and such update and supplement shall be delivered to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation not later
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED FREE CASH FLOW – 2021
($ in millions)1Q212Q213Q214Q21Total 2021
Cash (used for) provided from operations$(6)$85$67$303$449
Cash receipts from sold receivables5711595267
Capital expenditures(55)(36)(47)(61)(199)
Adjusted free cash flow$(4)$164$115$242$517
Voluntary cash pension payments2828
Adjusted free cash flow, excluding voluntary cash pension payments$(4)$164$115$270$545
The net cash funding from the record datesale of accounts receivables was neither a use of cash nor a source of cash in all periods presented.
In the third quarter of 2021, the Company restructured its accounts receivable securitization. As a result, going forward, Cash receipts from sold receivables (which had been included in the investing section of the Statement of Consolidated Cash Flows) will be $0 as the entire impact of the accounts receivable securitization program will be included in the Cash (used for) provided from operations section of the Statement of Consolidated Cash Flows. Consequently, for the meeting infourth quarter of 2021 and full year 2022, the casedefinition of the updateAdjusted free cash flow is Cash (used for) provided from operations less Capital expenditures.
Adjusted free cash flow and supplement requiredAdjusted free cash flow, excluding voluntary cash pensions payments are non-GAAP financial measures. Management believes that these measures are meaningful to be made as of the record date, and not later than eight (8) business days prior to the date for the meeting, any adjournment or postponement thereof in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of ten (10) business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
(C)   Disclosure Requirements.   
(1)   To be in proper form, a stockholder’s notice (whether given pursuant to Section 2.2, 2.8, this Section 2.9 or Section 2.10) to the Secretary must include the following, as applicable:
(a)   As to the stockholder giving the notice and the beneficial owner, if any, on whose behalf the nomination or proposal, as applicable, is made, a stockholder’s notice must set forth: (i) the name and address of such stockholder, as they appear on the Corporation’s books, of such beneficial owner, if any, and of their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, (ii) (A) the class or series and number of shares of the Corporation which are, directly or indirectly, owned beneficially and of record by such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, (B) any option, warrant, convertible security, stock appreciation right, or similar right with an exercise or conversion privilege or a settlement payment or mechanism at a price related to any class or series of shares of the Corporation or with a value derived in whole or in partinvestors because management reviews cash flows generated from the value of any class or series of shares of the Corporation, or any derivative or synthetic arrangement having the characteristics of a long position in any class or series of shares of the Corporation, or any contract, derivative, swap or other transaction or series of transactions designed to produce economic benefits and risks that correspond substantially to the ownership of any class or series of shares of the Corporation, including dueoperations after taking into consideration capital expenditures (due to the fact that these expenditures are considered necessary to maintain and expand the valueCompany’s asset base and are expected to generate future cash flows from operations), as well as cash receipts from net sales of beneficial interest in sold receivables. It is important to note that Adjusted free cash flow and Adjusted free cash flow, excluding voluntary cash pension payments do not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures since other non-discretionary expenditures, such contract, derivative, swap or other transaction or series of transactions is determined by reference to the price, value or volatility of any class or series of shares of the Corporation, whether oras mandatory debt service requirements, are not such instrument, contract or right shall be subject to settlement in the underlying class or series of shares of the Corporation, through the delivery of cash or other property, or otherwise, and without regard to whether the stockholder of record, the beneficial owner, if any, or any affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, may have entered into transactions that hedge or mitigate the economic effect of such instrument, contract or right, or any other direct or indirect opportunity to profit or share in any profit derived from any increase or decrease in the value of shares of the Corporation (any of the foregoing, a “Derivative Instrument”) directly or indirectly owned beneficially by such stockholder, the beneficial owner, if any, or any affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, (C) any proxy, contract, arrangement, understanding, or relationship pursuant to which such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith have any right to vote any class or series of shares of the Corporation, (D) any agreement, arrangement, understanding, relationship or otherwise, including any repurchase or similar so-called “stock borrowing” agreement or arrangement, involving such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, directly or indirectly, the purpose or effect of which is to mitigate loss to, reduce the economic risk (of ownership or otherwise) of any class or series of the shares of the Corporation by, manage the risk of share price changes for, or increase or decrease the voting power of, such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith with respect to any class or series of the shares of the Corporation, or which provides, directly or indirectly, the opportunity to profit or share in any profit derived from any decrease in the price or value of any class or series of the shares of the Corporation (any of the foregoing, a “Short Interest”), (E) any rights to dividends on the shares of the Corporation owned beneficially by such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith that are separated or separablededucted from the underlying shares of the Corporation, (F) any proportionate interest in shares of the Corporation or Derivative Instruments held, directly or indirectly, by a general or limited partnership in which such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith is a general partner or, directly or indirectly, beneficially owns an interest in a general partner of such general or limited partnership, (G) any performance-related fees (other than an asset-based fee) that such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith are entitled to based on any increase or decrease in the value of shares of the Corporation or Derivative Instruments, if any, including without limitation anymeasure.
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ATTACHMENT C (continued)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED FREE CASH FLOW – 2020
($ in millions)1Q202Q203Q204Q20Total 2020
Cash provided from operations$(208)$31$35$151$9
Cash receipts from sold receivables4866144164422
Capital expenditures(152)(32)(36)(47)(267)
Adjusted free cash flow$(312)$65$143$268$164
Cost associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction661177
Allocation adjustments1146146
Adjusted free cash flow, excluding costs associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction$(100)$76$143$268$387
The net cash funding from the sale of accounts receivables was $329 million in the immediate family sharingfirst quarter of 2020 which represented a $21 million use of cash in the same householdfirst quarter. The net cash funding from the sale of such stockholder, such beneficial owneraccounts receivables was $299 million in the second quarter of 2020 which represented a $30 million use of cash in the second quarter. The net cash funding from the sale of accounts receivables was $255 million in the third quarter of 2020 which represented a $45 million use of cash in the third quarter. The net cash funding from the sale of accounts receivables was $250 million in the fourth quarter of 2020 which represented a $5 million use of cash in the fourth quarter.
Adjusted free cash flow and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, (H) any significant equity interests or any Derivative Instruments or Short Interests in any principal competitor of the Corporation held by such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith and (I) any direct or indirect interest of such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith in any contractAdjusted free cash flow, excluding costs associated with the Corporation, any affiliate of the Corporation or any principal competitor of the Corporation (including, in any such case, any employment agreement, collective bargaining agreement or consulting agreement), (iii) all informationArconic Inc. Separation Transaction are non-GAAP financial measures. Management believes that would be requiredthese measures are meaningful to be set forth in a Schedule 13D filed pursuant to Rule 13d-1(a) or an amendment pursuant to Rule 13d-2(a) if such a statement were required to be filed under the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder by such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, if any, and (iv) any other information relating to such stockholder, such beneficial owner and their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, if any, that would be required to be disclosed in a proxy statement and form of proxy or other filings required to be made in connection with solicitations of proxies for, as applicable, the proposal and/or for the election of directors in a contested election pursuant to Section 14 of the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder;
(b)   If the notice relates to any business other than a nomination of a director or directors that the stockholder proposes to bring before the meeting, a stockholder’s notice must, in additioninvestors because management reviews cash flows generated from operations after taking into consideration capital expenditures (due to the matters set forthfact that these expenditures are considered necessary to maintain and expand the Company’s asset base and are expected to generate future cash flows from operations), cash receipts from net sales of beneficial interest in paragraph (a) above, also set forth: (i) a brief description of the business desired to be brought before the meeting, the reasons for conducting such business at the meeting and any material interest of such stockholder, such beneficial owner and each of their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, if any, in such business, (ii) the text of the proposal or business (including the text of any resolutions proposed for consideration and, in the event that such proposal or business includes a proposal to amend the Bylaws of the Corporation, the text of the proposed amendment), and (iii) a description of all agreements, arrangements and understandings between such stockholder, such beneficial owner and any of their respective affiliates or associates or others acting in concert therewith, if any, and any other person or persons (including their names) in connectionsold receivables, as well as costs associated with the proposalArconic Inc. Separation Transaction. It is important to note that Adjusted free cash flow and Adjusted free cash flow, excluding costs associated with the Arconic Inc. Separation Transaction, measures do not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures since other non-discretionary expenditures, such as mandatory debt service requirements, are not deducted from the measure.
1
Adjustments include differences between allocations as required under discontinued operations as part of such business by such stockholder;
(c)   Asgenerally accepted accounting principles and estimated actual spending in cash provided from operations and capital expenditures related to each individual, if any, whom the stockholder proposes to nominate for election or reelection to the Board of Directors,Howmet on a stockholder’s notice must, in addition to the matters set forth in paragraph (a) above, also set forth: (i) all information relating to such individual that would be required to be disclosed in a proxy statement or other filings required to be made in connection with solicitations of proxies for election of directors in a contested election pursuant to Section 14 of the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder (including such individual’s written consent to being named in the Corporation’s proxy statementstandalone basis as a nominee and to serving as a director if elected) and (ii) a description of all direct and indirect compensation and other material monetary agreements, arrangements and understandings during the past three (3) years, and any other material relationships, between or among such stockholder and beneficial owner, if any, and their respective affiliates and associates, or others acting in concert therewith, on the one hand, and each proposed nominee, and his or her respective affiliates and associates, or others acting in concert therewith, on the other hand, including, without limitation all information that would be required to be disclosed pursuant to Rule 404 or any successor provision promulgated under Regulation S-K if the stockholder making the nomination and any beneficial ownerArconic Inc. Separation Transaction had occurred on whose behalf the nomination is made, if any, or any affiliate or associate thereof or person acting in concert therewith, were the “registrant” for purposes of such rule and the nominee were a director or executive officer of such registrant; andJanuary 1, 2020.
(d)   With respect to each individual, if any, whom the stockholder proposes to nominate for election or reelection to the Board of Directors, a stockholder’s notice must, in addition to the matters set forth in paragraphs (a) and (c) above, also include a completed and signed questionnaire, representation and agreement required by Section 2.10 of these Bylaws. The Corporation may require any proposed nominee to furnish such other information as may reasonably be required by the Corporation to determine the eligibility of such proposed nominee to serve as an independent director
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of the Corporation or that could be material to a reasonable stockholder’s understanding of the independence, or lack thereof, of such nominee. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, only persons who are nominated in accordance with the procedures set forth in these Bylaws, including without limitation Sections 2.8, 2.9 and 2.10 hereof, shall be eligible for election as directors.
(2)   For purposes of these Bylaws, “public announcement” shall mean disclosure in a press release reported by a national news service or in a document publicly filed by the Corporation with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to Section 13, 14 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.
(3)   Notwithstanding the provisions of these Bylaws, a stockholder shall also comply with all applicable requirements of the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations thereunder with respect to the matters set forth in this Bylaw; provided, however, that any references in these Bylaws to the Exchange Act or the rules promulgated thereunder are not intended to and shall not limit the separate and additional requirements set forth in these Bylaws with respect to nominations or proposals as to any other business to be considered.
(4)   Nothing in this Section 2.9 shall be deemed to affect any rights (i) of stockholders to request inclusion of proposals in the Corporation’s proxy statement pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act or (ii) of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock if and to the extent provided for under law, the Certificate of Incorporation or these Bylaws. Subject to Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act, nothing in this Section 2.9 shall be construed to permit any stockholder, or give any stockholder the right, to include or have disseminated or described in the Corporation’s proxy statement any nomination of director or directors or any other business proposal.
Section 2.10.   Submission of Questionnaire, Representation and Agreement.   To be eligible to be a nominee for election or reelection as a director of the Corporation, a person nominated by a stockholder for election or reelection to the Board of Directors must deliver (in accordance with the time periods prescribed for delivery of notice under Section 2.9 of these Bylaws) to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation a written questionnaire with respect to the background and qualification of such individual and the background of any other person or entity on whose behalf, directly or indirectly, the nomination is being made (which questionnaire shall be provided by the Secretary upon written request), and a written representation and agreement (in the form provided by the Secretary upon written request) that such individual (A) is not and will not become a party to (1) any agreement, arrangement or understanding with, and has not given any commitment or assurance to, any person or entity as to how such person, if elected as a director of the Corporation, will act or vote on any issue or question (a “Voting Commitment”) that has not been disclosed to the Corporation, or (2) any Voting Commitment that could limit or interfere with such individual’s ability to comply, if elected as a director of the Corporation, with such individual’s fiduciary duties under applicable law, (B) is not and will not become a party to any agreement, arrangement or understanding with any person or entity other than the Corporation with respect to any direct or indirect compensation, reimbursement or indemnification in connection with service or action as a director that has not been disclosed therein, (C) will comply with the Corporation’s corporate governance guidelines and other policies applicable to its directors, and has disclosed therein whether all or any portion of securities of the Corporation were purchased with any financial assistance provided by any other person and whether any other person has any interest in such securities, (D) in such individual’s personal capacity and on behalf of any person or entity on whose behalf, directly or indirectly, the nomination is being made, would be in compliance, if elected as a director of the Corporation, and will comply, with all applicable corporate governance, conflict of interest, confidentiality and stock ownership and trading policies and guidelines of the Corporation publicly disclosed from time to time, (E) consents to being named as a nominee in the Corporation’s proxy statement pursuant to Rule 14a-4(d) under the Exchange Act and any associated proxy card of the Corporation and agrees to serve if elected as a director, and (F) will abide by the requirements of Section 2.11 of these Bylaws.
Section 2.11.   Procedure for Election of Directors; Required Vote.   
(A)   Except as set forth below, election of directors at all meetings of the stockholders at which directors are to be elected shall be by ballot, and, subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock to elect directors, a majority of the votes cast at any meeting for the election of directors at
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HOWMET AEROSPACE INC.C/O CORPORATE SECRETARY'S OFFICE 201 ISABELLA STREETSUITE 200 PITTSBURGH, PA 15212 SCAN TO VIEW MATERIALS & VOTEVOTE BY INTERNETBefore The Meeting - Go to www.proxyvote.com or scan the QR Barcode aboveUse the Internet to transmit your voting instructions and for electronic delivery of this Bylaw, a majority of votes cast shall mean that the number of shares voted “for” a director’s election exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the number of votes cast with respect to that director’s election. Votes cast shall include votes against in each case and exclude abstentions and broker nonvotes with respect to that director’s election. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event of a “contested election” of directors, directors shall be electedinformation. Vote by the vote of a plurality of the votes cast at any meeting for the election of directors at which a quorum is present. For purposes of this Bylaw, a “contested election” shall mean any election of directors in which the number of candidates for election as directors exceeds the number of directors to be elected, with the determination thereof being made by the Secretary as of the later of  (i) the close of the applicable notice of nomination period set forth in Section 2.9 of these Bylaws or under applicable law and (ii) the last day11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on which a Proxy Access Notice may be delivered in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section 9.1, based on whether one or more notice(s) of nomination or Proxy Access Notice(s) were timely filed in accordance with said Section 2.9 and/or Section 9.1, as applicable; provided, however, that the determination that an election is a “contested election” shall be determinative only as to the timeliness of a notice of nomination and not otherwise as to its validity. If, prior to the time the Corporation mails its initial proxy statement in connection with such election of directors, one or more notices of nomination are withdrawn such that the number of candidates for election as director no longer exceeds the number of directors to be elected, the election shall not be considered a contested election, but in all other cases, once an election is determined to be a contested election, directors shall be elected by the vote of a plurality of the votes cast.
(B)   If a nominee for director who is an incumbent director is not elected and no successor has been elected at such meeting, the director shall promptly tender his or her resignation to the Board of Directors in accordance with the agreement contemplated by Section 2.10 of these Bylaws. The Governance and Nominating Committee shall make a recommendation to the Board of Directors as to whether to accept or reject the tendered resignation, or whether other action should be taken. The Board of Directors shall act on the tendered resignation, taking into account the Governance and Nominating Committee’s recommendation, and publicly disclose (by a press release, a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission or other broadly disseminated means of communication) its decision regarding the tendered resignation and the rationale behind the decision within ninety (90) days from the date of the certification of the election results. The Governance and Nominating Committee in making its recommendation, and the Board of Directors in making its decision, may each consider any factors or other information that it considers appropriate and relevant. The director who tenders his or her resignation shall not participate in the recommendation of the Governance and Nominating Committee or the decision of the Board of Directors with respect to his or her resignation. If such incumbent director’s resignation is not accepted by the Board of Directors, such director shall continue to serve until the next annual meeting and until his or her successor is duly elected, or his or her earlier resignation or removal. If a director’s resignation is accepted by the Board of Directors pursuant to this Bylaw, or if a nominee for director is not elected and the nominee is not an incumbent director, then the Board of Directors, in its sole discretion, may fill any resulting vacancy pursuant to the provisions of Section 3.10 of these Bylaws or may decrease the size of the Board of Directors pursuant to the provisions of Section 3.2 of these Bylaws.
(C)   Except as otherwise provided by law, the Certificate of Incorporation, or these Bylaws, in all matters other than the election of directors, the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares present in person or represented by proxy at the meeting and entitled to vote on the matter shall be the act of the stockholders.
(D)   Any individual who is nominated for election to the Board of Directors and included in the Corporation’s proxy materials for an annual meeting, including pursuant to Section 9.1, shall tender an irrevocable resignation, effective immediately, upon a determination by the Board of Directors or any committee thereof that (1) the information provided to the Corporation by such individual or, if applicable, by the Eligible Stockholder (or any stockholder, fund comprising a Qualifying Fund and/or beneficial owner whose stock ownership is counted for the purposes of qualifying as an Eligible Stockholder) who nominated such individual, was untrue in any material respect or omitted to state a material fact necessary in order to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which they were made, not misleading or (2) such individual or, if applicable, the Eligible Stockholder (including each stockholder, fund comprising a Qualifying Fund and/or beneficial owner whose stock ownership is counted for the
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purposes of qualifying as an Eligible Stockholder) who nominated such individual, shall have breached any representations or obligations owed to the Corporation under these Bylaws.
Section 2.12.   Inspectors of Elections; Opening and Closing the Polls.   The Board of Directors by resolution shall appoint one or more inspectors, which inspector or inspectors may, but does not need to, include individuals who serve the Corporation in other capacities, including, without limitation, as officers, employees, agents or representatives, to act at the meetings of stockholders and make a written report thereof. One or more persons may be designated as alternate inspectors to replace any inspector who fails to act. If no inspector or alternate has been appointed to act or is able to act at a meeting of stockholders, the chairman of the meeting shall appoint one or more inspectors to act at the meeting. Each inspector, before discharging his or her duties, shall take and sign an oath faithfully to execute the duties of inspector with strict impartiality and according to the best of his or her ability. The inspectors shall have the duties prescribed by law.
The chairman of the meeting shall fix and announce at the meeting the date and time of the opening and the closing of the polls for the matters upon which the stockholders will vote at a meeting.
Section 2.13.   Stockholder Action by Written Consent.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, any action required or permitted to be taken by the stockholders of the Corporation at an annual or special meeting of stockholders of the Corporation may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice, and without a vote, if a consent or consents in writing, setting forth the action so taken, shall be signed by the holders of stock of the Corporation having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares of stock of the Corporation entitled to vote thereon were present and voted. No written consent shall be effective to take the action referred to therein unless written consents signed by the holders of stock of the Corporation having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take such action at a meeting at which all shares of stock of the Corporation entitled to vote thereon were present and voted are delivered to and received by the Corporation within sixty (60) days of the first date on which a written consent was delivered to the Corporation. Every written consent shall be signed by one or more persons who as of the record date are stockholders of record on such record date, shall bear the date of signature of each such stockholder, and shall set forth the name and address, as they appear in the Corporation’s books, of each stockholder signing such consent and the class or series and number of shares of the Corporation which are owned of record and beneficially by each such stockholder and shall be delivered to and received by the Secretary of the Corporation at the Corporation’s principal office by hand or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested. Prompt notice of the taking of any action by the stockholders of Corporation without a meeting by less than unanimous written consent shall be given to those stockholders who have not consented in writing in accordance with the DGCL.
Section 2.14.   Record Date for Action by Written Consent.   In order that the Corporation may determine the stockholders entitled to consent to corporate action in writing without a meeting, the Board of Directors may fix a record date, which record date shall not precede the date upon which the resolution fixing the record date is adopted by the Board of Directors, and which date shall not be more than ten (10) days after the date upon which the resolution fixing the record date is adopted by the Board of Directors. Any stockholder of record seeking to have the stockholders authorize or take corporate action by written consent shall request the Board of Directors to fix a record date, which request shall be in proper form and delivered to the Secretary at the principal executive offices of the Corporation. To be in proper form, such request must be in writing and shall state the purpose or purposes of the action or actions proposed to be taken by written consent.
The Board of Directors shall promptly, but in all events within ten (10) days after the date on which such a request is received, adopt a resolution fixing the record date. If no record date has been fixed by the Board of Directors within ten (10) days of the date on which such a request is received, the record date for determining stockholders entitled to consent to corporate action in writing without a meeting, when no prior action by the Board of Directors is required by applicable law, shall be the first date on which a signed written consent setting forth the action taken or proposed to be taken is delivered to the Corporation by delivery to its registered office in Delaware, its principal place of business or to any officer or agent of the
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Corporation having custody of the book in which proceedings of meetings of stockholders are recorded. Delivery made to the Corporation’s registered office shall be by hand or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested. If no record date has been fixed by the Board of Directors and prior action by the Board of Directors is required by applicable law, the record date for determining stockholders entitled to consent to corporate action in writing without a meeting shall be at the close of business on the date on which the Board of Directors adopts the resolution taking such prior action.
Section 2.15.   Inspectors of Written Consent.   In the event of the delivery, in the manner provided by Section 2.13 of these Bylaws, to the Corporation of the requisite written consents to take corporate action and/or any related revocation or revocations, the Corporation shall engage nationally recognized independent inspectors of elections for the purpose of promptly performing a ministerial review of the validity of the consents and revocations. For the purpose of permitting the inspectors to perform such review, no action by written consent without a meeting shall be effective until such date as the independent inspectors certify to the Corporation that the consents delivered to the Corporation in accordance with Section 2.13 of these Bylaws represent at least the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take the action. Nothing contained in this paragraph shall in any way be construed to suggest or imply that the Corporation or any stockholder shall not be entitled to contest the validity of any consent or revocation thereof, whether before or after such certification by the independent inspectors, or to take any other action (including, without limitation, the commencement, prosecution or defense of any litigation with respect thereto, and the seeking of injunctive relief in such litigation).
ARTICLE III
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 3.1.   General Powers.   The business and affairs of the Corporation shall be managed by or under the direction of the Board of Directors. In addition to the powers and authorities by these Bylaws expressly conferred upon them, the Board of Directors may exercise all such powers of the Corporation and do all such lawful acts and things as are not by statute or by the Certificate of Incorporation or by these Bylaws required to be exercised or done by the stockholders.
Section 3.2.   Number and Tenure.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock to elect directors, the number of directors shall be fixed from time to time exclusively pursuant to a resolution adopted by a majority of the Whole Board. No decrease in the number of authorized directors constituting the Whole Board shall shorten the term of any incumbent director.
Section 3.3.   Election of Directors.   The directors shall be elected at the annual meetings of stockholders as specified in the Certificate of Incorporation except as otherwise provided in the Certificate of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and each director of the Corporation shall hold office until such director’s successor is elected and qualified or until such director’s earlier death, resignation or removal.
Section 3.4.   Regular Meetings.   A regular meeting of the Board of Directors shall be held without other notice than this Bylaw immediately after, and at the same place as, the annual meeting of stockholders, or such other date, time and place as the Board of Directors may determine. The Board of Directors may, by resolution, provide the date, time and place, if any, for the holding of additional regular meetings without other notice than such resolution.
Section 3.5.   Special Meetings.   Special meetings of the Board of Directors shall be called at the request of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or a majority of the Board of Directors then in office. The person or persons authorized to call special meetings of the Board of Directors may fix the place, if any, date and time of the meetings.
Section 3.6.   Notice of Meeting.   Notice of any special meeting of directors shall be given to each director at such person’s business or residence in writing by hand delivery, first-class or overnight mail or courier service, email or facsimile transmission, or orally by telephone. If mailed by first-class mail, such notice shall be deemed adequately delivered when deposited in the United States mails so addressed, with postage thereon prepaid, at least five (5) days before such meeting. If by overnight mail or courier service, such notice shall be deemed adequately delivered when the notice is delivered to the overnight mail or courier service company at least twenty-four (24) hours before such meeting. If by email, facsimile transmission, telephone or by hand, such notice shall be deemed adequately delivered when the notice is
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transmitted at least twelve (12) hours before such meeting. Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors need be specified in the notice of such meeting. A meeting may be held at any time without notice if all the directors are present or if those not present waive notice of the meeting in accordance with Section 7.4 of these Bylaws.
Section 3.7.   Action by Consent of Board of Directors.   Any action required or permitted to be taken at any meeting of the Board of Directors or of any committee thereof may be taken without a meeting if all members of the Board of Directors or committee, as the case may be, consent thereto in writing, or by electronic transmission and the writing or writings or electronic transmission or transmissions are filed with the minutes of proceedings of the Board of Directors, or committee. Such filing shall be in paper form if the minutes are maintained in paper form and shall be in electronic form if the minutes are maintained in electronic form.
Section 3.8.   Conference Telephone Meetings.   Members of the Board of Directors, or any committee thereof, may participate in a meeting of the Board of Directors or such committee by means of conference telephone or other communications equipment by means of which all persons participating in the meeting can hear each other, and such participation in a meeting shall constitute presence in person at such meeting.
Section 3.9.   Quorum.   Subject to Section 3.10 of these Bylaws, a whole number of directors equal to at least a majority of the Whole Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, but if at any meeting of the Board of Directors there shall be less than a quorum present, a majority of the directors present may adjourn the meeting from time to time without further notice. The act of the majority of the directors present at a meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board of Directors. The directors present at a duly organized meeting may continue to transact business until adjournment, notwithstanding the withdrawal of enough directors to leave less than a quorum.
Section 3.10.   Vacancies.   Subject to applicable law and the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, and unless the Board of Directors otherwise determines, vacancies resulting from death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, removal from office or other cause, and newly created directorships resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors, may be filled only by the affirmative vote of a majority of the remaining directors, though less than a quorum of the Board of Directors, or by a sole remaining director, and directors so chosen shall hold office for a term expiring at the next annual meeting of stockholders and until such director’s successor shall have been duly elected and qualified. No decrease in the number of authorized directors constituting the Whole Board shall shorten the term of any incumbent director.
Section 3.11.   Chairman of the Board of Directors.   The Chairman of the Board of Directors shall be chosen from among the directors and may be the Chief Executive Officer. The Chairman of the Board of Directors shall preside over all meetings of the Board of Directors. In the absence of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, a Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, the President, or another director, in the order designated by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, shall preside at meetings of the Board of Directors.
Section 3.12.   Committees.   The Board of Directors may designate any such committee as the Board of Directors considers appropriate, which shall consist of one or more directors of the Corporation. The Board of Directors may designate one or more directors as alternate members of any committee, who may replace any absent or disqualified member at any meeting of the committee. Any such committee may to the extent permitted by law exercise such powers and shall have such responsibilities as shall be specified in the designating resolution. Each committee shall keep written minutes of its proceedings and shall report such proceedings to the Board of Directors as appropriate.
A majority of any committee may determine its action and fix the time and place of its meetings, unless the Board of Directors shall otherwise provide. Notice of such meetings shall be given to each member of the committee in the manner provided for in Section 3.6 of these Bylaws. The Board of Directors shall have power at any time to fill vacancies in, to change the membership of, or to dissolve, any such committee. Nothing herein shall be deemed to prevent the Board of Directors from appointing one or more committees consisting in whole or in part of persons who are not directors of the Corporation; provided, however, that no such committee shall have or may exercise any authority of the Board of Directors.
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Section 3.13.   Removal.   Subject to the rights of the holders of any series of Preferred Stock with respect to such series of Preferred Stock, any director, or the entire Board of Directors, may be removed from office at any time by the stockholders, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of the then-outstanding shares of Voting Stock, voting together as a single class.
ARTICLE IV
OFFICERS
Section 4.1.   Elected Officers.   The elected officers of the Corporation shall be a Chief Executive Officer, a Chief Financial Officer, a Chief Legal Officer, a Secretary, a Treasurer, a Controller and such other officers, including a President, or assistant officers as the Board of Directors from time to time may deem proper. Any number of offices may be held by the same person. All officers and assistant officers elected by the Board of Directors shall each have such powers and duties as generally pertain to their respective offices, subject to the specific provisions of this Article IV. Such officers and assistant officers shall also have such powers and duties as from time to time may be conferred by the Board of Directors or by any committee thereof. The Board of Directors or any committee thereof may from time to time elect such other officers and assistant officers (including one or more Assistant Vice Presidents, Assistant Secretaries, and Assistant Treasurers and Assistant Controllers) and such agents, as may be necessary or desirable for the conduct of the business of the Corporation. Assistant officers and agents also may be appointed by the Chief Executive Officer. Such other officers, assistant officers and agents shall have such duties and shall hold their offices for such terms as shall be provided in these Bylaws or as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors or such committee or by the Chief Executive Officer, as the case may be.
Section 4.2.   Election and Term of Office.   The elected officers of the Corporation shall be elected by the Board of Directors. Each officer shall hold office until such officer’s successor shall have been duly elected and shall have qualified or until such officer’s earlier death, resignation or removal.
Section 4.3.   Chief Executive Officer.   The Chief Executive Officer shall be responsible for the general management of the affairs of the Corporation and shall perform all duties incident to the office which may be required by applicable law and all such other duties as are properly required of the Chief Executive Officer by the Board of Directors. The Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation may also serve as President, if so elected by the Board of Directors.
Section 4.4.   President.   If the Board of Directors elects a President who is not the Chief Executive Officer, the President shall act in a general executive capacity and shall assist the Chief Executive Officer in the administration and operation of the Corporation’s business and general supervision of its policies and affairs.
Section 4.5.   Vice Presidents.   Each Vice President, including any Vice President designated as Executive, Senior, or otherwise, shall have such powers and shall perform such duties as shall be assigned to such Vice President by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
Section 4.6.   Chief Financial Officer.   The Chief Financial Officer shall act in an executive financial capacity. The Chief Financial Officer shall assist the Chief Executive Officer and the President in the general supervision of the Corporation’s financial policies and affairs. The Chief Financial Officer shall, in general, perform all the duties incident to the office of Chief Financial Officer and shall have such further powers and duties as shall be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
Section 4.7.   Chief Legal Officer.   The Chief Legal Officer shall advise the Corporation on legal matters affecting the Corporation and its activities and shall supervise and direct the handling of all such legal matters. The Chief Legal Officer shall, in general, perform all duties incident to such office, and shall have such further powers and duties as shall be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
Section 4.8.   Treasurer.   The Treasurer shall exercise general supervision over the receipt, custody and disbursement of corporate funds. The Treasurer shall, in general, perform all the duties incident to the office of Treasurer and shall have such further powers and duties as shall be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
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Section 4.9.   Secretary.   The Secretary shall keep or cause to be kept, in one or more books provided for that purpose, the minutes of all meetings of the Board of Directors, the committees of the Board of Directors and the stockholders. The Secretary shall see that all notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws and as required by applicable law. The Secretary shall be the custodian of the records and of the seal of the Corporation and cause such seal (or a facsimile thereof) to be affixed to instruments when appropriate. The Secretary shall, in general, perform all the duties incident to the office of Secretary and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to such Secretary by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
Section 4.10.   Controller.   The Controller shall be responsible for the implementation of accounting policies and procedures, the installation and supervision of accounting records, and the preparation of necessary financial reports and statements. The Controller shall, in general, perform all duties incident to the office of Controller, and shall have such further powers and duties as shall be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
Section 4.11.   Compensation of Assistant Officers and Agents.   Unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer shall have the authority to fix and determine, and change from time to time, the compensation of all assistant officers and agents of the Corporation elected or appointed by the Board of Directors or by the Chief Executive Officer, including, but not restricted to, monthly or other periodic compensation and incentive or other additional compensation.
Section 4.12.   Removal.   The Chief Executive Officer, the President and the Chief Financial Officer may be removed from office with or without cause by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Whole Board. Any other officer or assistant officer elected, or agent appointed, by the Board of Directors may be removed from office with or without cause by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Board of Directors then in office. Any assistant officer or agent appointed by the Chief Executive Officer may be removed by the Chief Executive Officer with or without cause. No elected officer or assistant officer shall have any contractual rights against the Corporation for compensation by virtue of such election beyond the date of the election of his or her successor, his or her death, or his or her resignation or removal, whichever event shall first occur, except as otherwise provided in an employment contract or under an employee deferred compensation plan.
Section 4.13.   Vacancies.   A newly created elected office and a vacancy in any elected office because of death, resignation, or removal may be filled by the Board of Directors. Any vacancy in an office appointed by the Chief Executive Officer or the President because of death, resignation, or removal may be filled by the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
ARTICLE V
STOCK CERTIFICATES AND TRANSFERS
Section 5.1.   Certificated and Uncertificated Stock; Transfers.   The interest of each stockholder of the Corporation may be evidenced by certificatesMay 24, 2022 for shares of stock in such form as the appropriate officers of the Corporation may from time to time prescribe or may be uncertificated.
The shares of the stock of the Corporation shall be transferredheld directly and by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the books of the Corporation, in the case of certificated shares of stock, by the holder thereof in person or by such person’s attorney duly authorized in writing, upon surrenderMay 22, 2022 for cancellation of certificates for at least the same number of shares, with an assignment and power of transfer endorsed thereon or attached thereto, duly executed, with such proof of the authenticity of the signature as the Corporation or its agents may reasonably require; and, in the case of uncertificated shares of stock, upon receipt of proper transfer instructions from the registered holder of the shares or by such person’s attorney duly authorized in writing, and upon compliance with appropriate procedures for transferring shares in uncertificated form. No transfer of stock shall be valid as against the Corporation for any purpose until it shall have been entered in the stock records of the Corporation by an entry showing from and to whom transferred.
The certificates of stock shall be signed, countersigned and registered in such manner as the Board of Directors may by resolution prescribe, which resolution may permit all or any of the signatures on such certificates to be in facsimile. In case any officer, transfer agent or registrar who has signed or whose
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facsimile signature has been placed upon a certificate has ceased to be such officer, transfer agent or registrar before such certificate is issued, it may be issued by the Corporation with the same effect as if such person were such officer, transfer agent or registrar at the date of issue.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in these Bylaws, at all times that the Corporation’s stock is listed on a stock exchange, the shares of the stock of the Corporation shall comply with all direct registration system eligibility requirements established by such exchange, including any requirement that shares of the Corporation’s stock be eligible for issue in book-entry form. All issuances and transfers of shares of the Corporation’s stock shall be entered on the books of the Corporation with all information necessary to comply with such direct registration system eligibility requirements, including the name and address of the person to whom the shares of stock are issued, the number of shares of stock issued and the date of issue. The Board of Directors shall have the power and authority to make such rules and regulations as it may deem necessary or proper concerning the issue, transfer and registration of shares of stock of the Corporation in both the certificated and uncertificated form.
Section 5.2.   Lost, Stolen or Destroyed Certificates.   No certificate for shares of stock in the Corporation shall be issued in place of any certificate alleged to have been lost, destroyed or stolen, except on production of such evidence of such loss, destruction or theft and on delivery to the Corporation of a bond of indemnity in such amount, upon such terms and secured by such surety, as the Board of Directors or any financial officer may in its or such person’s discretion require.
Section 5.3.   Record Owners.   The Corporation shall be entitled to recognize the exclusive right of a person registered on its books as the owner of shares to receive dividends, and to vote as such owner, and to hold liable for calls and assessments a person registered on its books as the owner of shares, and shall not be bound to recognize any equitable or other claim to or interest in such share or shares on the part of any other person, whether or not it shall have express or other notice thereof, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
Section 5.4.   Transfer and Registry Agents.   The Corporation may from time to time maintain one or more transfer offices or agencies and registry offices or agencies at such place or places as may be determined from time to time by the Board of Directors or by the Chief Executive Officer or the President.
ARTICLE VI
INDEMNIFICATION
Section 6.1.   Indemnification.   Each person who was or is a party to, or is otherwise threatened to be made a party to, any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative (a “Proceeding”), by reason of the fact that he or she (or a person of whom he or she is the legal representative), is or was, at any time during which this Bylaw is in effect (whether or not such person continues to serve in such capacity at the time any indemnification or advancement of expenses pursuant hereto is sought or at the time any Proceeding relating thereto exists or is brought), a director or officer of the Corporation or, while serving as a director or officer of the Corporation, is or was serving at the request of the Corporation as a director, officer, trustee, employee or agent of another corporation, or of a partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise, including service with respect to employee benefit plans maintained or sponsored by the Corporation (each such director or officer, a “Covered Person”), shall be (and shall be deemed to have a contractual right to be) indemnified and held harmless by the Corporation (and any successor of the Corporation by merger or otherwise) to the fullest extent permitted by the DGCL as the same exists or may hereafter be amended or modified from time to time (but, in the case of any such amendment or modification, only to the extent that such amendment or modification permits the Corporation to provide greater indemnification rights than the DGCL permitted the Corporation to provide prior to such amendment or modification), against all expenses, liability and loss (including attorneys’ fees, judgments, fines, ERISA excise taxes and penalties and amounts paid or to be paid in settlement) reasonably incurred or suffered by such person in connection therewith; provided, however, that the Corporation shall indemnify any such Covered Person seeking indemnification in connection with a Proceeding (or part thereof) initiated by such Covered Person only if such Proceeding (or part thereof) was authorized by the Board of Directors of the Corporation.
Section 6.2.   Advance of Expenses.   To the fullest extent permitted by the DGCL as the same exists or may hereafter be amended or modified from time to time (but, in the case of any such amendment or
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modification, only to the extent that such amendment or modification permits the Corporation to provide greater rights to advancement of expenses than said law permitted the Corporation to provide prior to such amendment or modification), each Covered Person shall have (and shall be deemed to have a contractual right to have) the right, without the need for any action by the Board of Directors, to be paid by the Corporation (and any successor of the Corporation by merger or otherwise) the expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) incurred in connection with any Proceeding in advance of its final disposition, such advances to be paid by the Corporation within twenty (20) days after the receipt by the Corporation of a statement or statements from the claimant requesting such advance or advances from time to time; provided, that if the DGCL requires, the payment of such expenses incurred by a director or officer in his or her capacity as a director or officer (and not, except to the extent specifically required by applicable law, in any other capacity in which service was or is rendered by such person while a director or officer, including, without limitation, service to an employee benefit plan) shall be made only upon delivery to the Corporation of an undertaking (hereinafter, the “Undertaking”) by or on behalf of such director or officer, to repay all amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined by final judicial decision from which there is no further right of appeal (a “final disposition”) that such director or officer is not entitled to be indemnified for such expenses under this Bylaw or otherwise.
Section 6.3.   Non-Exclusivity of Rights.   The rights conferred on any person in this Article VI, shall not be exclusive of any other right that such person may have or hereafter acquire under any statute, provision of the Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws, agreement, vote or consent of stockholders or directors. Additionally, nothing in this Article VI shall limit the ability of the Corporation, in its discretion, to indemnify or advance expenses to persons whom the Corporation is not obligated to indemnify or advance expenses pursuant to this Article VI. The Board of Directors shall have the power to delegate to such officer or other person as the Board of Directors shall specify the determination of whether indemnification shall be given to any person pursuant to this Section 6.3.
Section 6.4.   Indemnification Contracts.   The Board of Directors is authorized to cause the Corporation to enter into indemnification contracts with any director, officer, employee or agent of the Corporation, or any person serving at the request of the Corporation as a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise, including employee benefit plans, providing indemnification rights to such person. Such rights may be greater than those provided in this Article VI.
Section 6.5.   Continuation of Indemnification.   The rights to indemnification and to advancement of expenses provided by, or granted pursuant to, this Article VI shall continue notwithstanding that the person has ceased to be a Covered Person and shall inure to the benefit of his or her estate, heirs, executors, administrators, legatees and distributees; provided, however, that the Corporation shall indemnify any such person seeking indemnity in connection with a Proceeding (or part thereof) initiated by such person only if such Proceeding (or part thereof) was authorized by the Board of Directors.
Section 6.6.   Effect of Amendment or Repeal.   The provisions of this Article VI shall constitute a contract between the Corporation, on the one hand, and, on the other hand, each individual who serves or has served as a Covered Person (whether before or after the adoption of these Bylaws), in consideration of such person’s performance of such services, and pursuant to this Article VI, the Corporation intends to be legally bound to each such current or former Covered Person. With respect to current and former Covered Persons, the rights conferred under this Article VI are present contractual rights and such rights are fully vested, and shall be deemed to have vested fully, immediately upon adoption of these Bylaws. With respect to any Covered Persons who commence service following adoption of these Bylaws, the rights conferred under this Article VI shall be present contractual rights, and such rights shall fully vest, and be deemed to have vested fully, immediately upon such Covered Person’s service in the capacity which is subject to the benefits of this Article VI.
Section 6.7.   Notice.   Any notice, request or other communication required or permitted to be given to the Corporation under this Article VI shall be in writing and either delivered in person or sent by telecopy, overnight mail or courier service, or certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, to the Secretary of the Corporation and shall be effective only upon receipt by the Secretary.
Section 6.8.   Severability.   If any provision or provisions of this Bylaw shall be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable for any reason whatsoever: (1) the validity, legality and enforceability of the
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remaining provisions of this Bylaw (including, without limitation, each portion of any paragraph of this Bylaw containing any such provision held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that is not itself held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable) shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby; and (2) to the fullest extent possible, the provisions of this Bylaw (including, without limitation, each such portion of any paragraph of this Bylaw containing any such provision held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable) shall be construed so as to give effect to the intent manifested by the provision held invalid, illegal or unenforceable.
ARTICLE VII
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 7.1.   Fiscal Year.   The fiscal year of the Corporation shall end on the 31st day of December; provided, that the Board of Directors shall have the power, from time to time, to fix a different fiscal year of the Corporation by a duly adopted resolution.
Section 7.2.   Dividends.   The Board of Directors may from time to time declare, and the Corporation may pay, dividends on its outstanding shares in the manner and upon the terms and conditions provided by law and the Certificate of Incorporation.
Section 7.3.   Seal.   The corporate seal, if the Corporation shall have a corporate seal, shall have inscribed thereon the words “Corporate Seal, Delaware,” the name of the Corporation and the year of its organization. The seal may be used by causing it or a facsimile thereof to be impressed or affixed or in any other manner reproduced.
Section 7.4.   Waiver of Notice.   Whenever any notice is required to be given to any stockholder or director of the Corporation under the provisions of the DGCL, the Certificate of Incorporation or these Bylaws, a waiver thereof in writing, signed by the person or persons entitled to such notice, or a waiver by electronic transmission by the person entitled to notice, whether before or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent to the giving of such notice. Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any annual or special meeting of the stockholders or the Board of Directors or committee thereof need be specified in any waiver of notice of such meeting. Attendance of a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except when the person attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the beginning of the meeting, to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened.
Section 7.5.   Resignations.   Any director or any officer, whether elected or appointed, may resign at any time by giving written notice of such resignation to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, or the Secretary, and such resignation shall be deemed to be effective as of the close of business on the date said notice is received by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, or the Secretary, or at such later time as is specified therein. Except to the extent specified in such notice, no formal action shall be required of the Board of Directors or the stockholders to make any such resignation effective.
ARTICLE VIII
CONTRACTS, PROXIES, ETC.
Section 8.1.   Contracts.   Except as otherwise required by applicable law, the Certificate of Incorporation or these Bylaws, any contracts or other instruments may be executed and delivered in the name and on behalf of the Corporation by such officer or officers of the Corporation as the Board of Directors may from time to time direct. Such authority may be general or confined to specific instances as the Board of Directors may determine. The Chairman of the Board of Directors, any Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, the President, any Vice President, the Secretary, the Treasurer, the Chief Legal Officer, the Controller and any other officer of the Corporation elected by the Board of Directors may sign, acknowledge, verify, make, execute and/or deliver on behalf of the Corporation any agreement, application, bond, certificate, consent, guarantee, mortgage, power of attorney, receipt, release, waiver, contract, deed, lease and any other instrument, or any assignment or endorsement thereof. Subject to any restrictions imposed by the Board of Directors or the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, the President, any Vice President, the Secretary, the Treasurer, the
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Chief Legal Officer, the Controller or any other officer of the Corporation elected by the Board of Directors may delegate contractual powers to others under his or her jurisdiction, it being understood, however, that any such delegation of power shall not relieve such officer of responsibility with respect to the exercise of such delegated power.
Section 8.2.   Proxies.   Unless otherwise provided by resolution adopted by the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, the President or any officer of the Corporation elected by the Board of Directors may from time to time appoint an attorney or attorneys or agent or agents of the Corporation, in the name and on behalf of the Corporation, to cast the votes which the Corporation may be entitled to cast as the holder of stock or other securities in any other entity, any of whose stock or other securities may be held by the Corporation, at meetings of the holders of the stock or other securities of such other entity, or to consent in writing, in the name of the Corporation as such holder, to any action by such other entity, and may instruct the person or persons so appointed as to the manner of casting such votes or giving such consent, and may execute or cause to be executed in the name and on behalf of the Corporation and under its corporate seal or otherwise, all such written proxies or other instruments as he or she may deem necessary or proper in the premises.
ARTICLE IX
PROXY ACCESS
Section 9.1.   Inclusion of Stockholder Director Nominations in the Corporation’s Proxy Materials.   Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in these Bylaws, the Corporation shall include in its proxy statement for annual meetings of stockholders the name, together with the Required Information (as defined in paragraph (A) below), of an eligible person nominated for election (the “Stockholder Nominee”) to the Board of Directors pursuant to this Section 9.1 by a stockholder or group of stockholders that satisfy the requirements of this Section 9.1, including qualifying as an Eligible Stockholder (as defined in paragraph (D) below) and that expressly elects at the time of providing the written notice required by this Section 9.1 (a “Proxy Access Notice”) to have its nominee(s) included in the Corporation’s proxy statement pursuant to this Section 9.1. For the purposes of this Section 9.1:
(1)   “Constituent Holder” shall mean any stockholder, investment fund included within a Qualifying Fund (as defined in paragraph (D) below) or beneficial holder whose stock ownership is counted for the purposes of qualifying as holding the Proxy Access Request Required Shares (as defined in paragraph (D) below) or qualifying as an Eligible Stockholder (as defined in paragraph (D) below);
(2)   “affiliate” and “associate” shall have the meanings ascribed thereto in Rule 405 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended; provided, however, that the term “partner” as used in the definition of  “associate” shall not include any limited partner that is not involved in the management of the relevant partnership; and
(3)   a stockholder (including any Constituent Holder) shall be deemed to “own” only those outstanding shares of Voting Stock as to which the stockholder itself  (or such Constituent Holder itself) possesses both (a) the full voting and investment rights pertaining to the shares and (b) the full economic interest in (including the opportunity for profit and risk of loss on) such shares. The number of shares calculated in accordance with the foregoing clauses (a) and (b) shall be deemed not to include (and to the extent any of the following arrangements have been entered into by affiliates of the stockholder (or of any Constituent Holder), shall be reduced by) any shares (x) sold by such stockholder or Constituent Holder (or any of either’s affiliates) in any transaction that has not been settled or closed, including any short sale, (y) borrowed by such stockholder or Constituent Holder (or any of either’s affiliates) for any purposes or purchased by such stockholder or Constituent Holder (or any of either’s affiliates) pursuant to an agreement to resell, or (z) subject to any option, warrant, forward contract, swap, contract of sale, other derivative or similar agreement entered into by such stockholder or Constituent Holder (or any of either’s affiliates), whether any such instrument or agreement is to be settled with shares or with cash based on the notional amount or value of Voting Stock, in any such case which instrument or agreement has, or is intended to have, or if exercised by either party thereto would have, the purpose or effect of  (i) reducing in any manner, to any extent or at any time in the future, such stockholder’s or Constituent Holder’s (or either’s affiliate’s) full right to
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vote or direct the voting of any such shares, and/or (ii) hedging, offsetting or altering to any degree gain or loss arising from the full economic ownership of such shares by such stockholder or Constituent Holder (or either’s affiliate), other than any such arrangements solely involving an exchange listed multi-industry market index fund in which Voting Stock represents at the time of entry into such arrangement less than ten percent (10%) of the proportionate value of such index. For purposes of this Section 9.1, a stockholder (including any Constituent Holder) will be deemed to “own” shares held in the name of a nominee or other intermediary so long asEmployee Savings Plan. Have your proxy card in hand when you access the stockholder itself  (or such Constituent Holder itself) retainsweb site and follow the rightinstructions to instruct how the shares are voted with respect to the election of directors and the right to direct the disposition thereof and possesses the full economic interest in the shares. For purposes of this Section 9.1, a stockholder’s (including any Constituent Holder’s) ownership of shares shall be deemed to (I) continue during any period in which such person has loaned such shares in the ordinary course of its business so long as such stockholder retains the unrestricted power to recall such shares on no greater than five (5) business days’ notice or delegated any voting power over such shares by means of a proxy, power of attorney or other instrument or arrangement so long as such delegation is revocable at any time by the stockholder, and (II) include, for purposes of measuring ownership for any applicable time period, ownership of Voting Stock of the Corporation’s immediate predecessor. The terms “owned,” “owning” and other variations of the word “own” shall have correlative meanings.
(A)   For purposes of this Section 9.1, the “Required Information” that the Corporation shall include in its proxy statement is (1) the information concerning the Stockholder Nominee and the Eligible Stockholder that the Corporation determines is required to be disclosed in the Corporation’s proxy statement by the regulations promulgated under the Exchange Act; and (2) if the Eligible Stockholder so elects, a Statement (as defined in paragraph (F) below). The Corporation shall also include the name of the qualifying Stockholder Nominee in its proxy card. For the avoidance of doubt, and any other provision of these Bylaws notwithstanding, the Corporation may in its sole discretion solicit against, and include in the proxy statement its own statements or other information relating to, any Eligible Stockholder and/or Stockholder Nominee, including any information provided to the Corporation with respect to the foregoing.
(B)   To be timely, a stockholder’s Proxy Access Notice must be delivered to the principal executive offices of the Corporation no earlier than one hundred and fifty (150) days and no later than one hundred and twenty (120) days before the one (1)-year anniversary of the date that the Corporation commenced mailing of its definitive proxy statement (as stated in such proxy statement) for the immediately preceding annual meeting with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In no event shall any adjournment or postponement of an annual meeting, the date of which has been announced by the Corporation, commence a new time period for the giving of a Proxy Access Notice.
(C)   The number of Stockholder Nominees (including Stockholder Nominees that were submitted by an Eligible Stockholder for inclusion in the Corporation’s proxy materials pursuant to this Section 9.1 but either are subsequently withdrawn or that the Board of Directors decides to nominate as Board of Directors’ nominees or otherwise appoint to the Board of Directors) appearing in the Corporation’s proxy materials with respect to an annual meeting of stockholders may not exceed the greater of  (x) two (2) and (y) the largest whole number that does not exceed twenty percent (20%) of the number of directors in office as of the last day on which a Proxy Access Notice may be delivered in accordance with the procedures set forth in this Section 9.1 (such greater number, the “Permitted Number”); provided, however, that the Permitted Number shall be reduced by the number of directors in office with respect to whom a Proxy Access Notice was previously provided to the Corporation pursuant to this Section 9.1, other than (a) any such director whose term of office will expire at such annual meeting and who is not nominated by the Corporation at such annual meeting for another term of office and who is not seeking or agreeing to be nominated at such meeting for another term of office, and (b) any such director who at the time of such annual meeting will have served as a director continuously for at least two years; provided, further, that in no circumstance shall the Permitted Number exceed the number of directors to be elected at the applicable annual meeting as noticed by the Corporation; and provided, further, that in the event the Board of Directors resolves to reduce the size of the Board of Directors effective on or prior to the date of the annual meeting, the Permitted Number shall be calculated based on the number of directors in office as so reduced. Any Eligible Stockholder submitting more than one Stockholder Nominee for inclusion in the
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Corporation’s proxy statement pursuant to this Section 9.1 shall (i) rank such Stockholder Nominees based on the order that the Eligible Stockholder desires such Stockholder Nominees to be selected for inclusion in the Corporation’s proxy statement in the event that the number of Stockholder Nominees submitted by Eligible Stockholders pursuant to this Section 9.1 exceeds the Permitted Number and (ii) explicitly specify and include the respective rankings referred to in the foregoing clause (i) in the Proxy Access Notice delivered to the Corporation with respect to all Stockholder Nominees submitted pursuant thereto. In the event that the number of Stockholder Nominees submitted by Eligible Stockholders pursuant to this Section 9.1 exceeds the Permitted Number, each Eligible Stockholder will have its highest ranking Stockholder Nominee (as ranked pursuant to the preceding sentence) who meets the requirements of this Section 9.1 selected for inclusion in the Corporation’s proxy materials until the Permitted Number is reached, going in order of the amount (largest to smallest) of shares of Voting Stock each Eligible Stockholder disclosed as owned in its Proxy Access Notice submitted to the Corporation (with the understanding that an Eligible Stockholder may not ultimately have any of its Stockholder Nominees included if the Permitted Number has previously been reached). If the Permitted Number is not reached after each Eligible Stockholder has had one (1) Stockholder Nominee selected, this selection process shall continue as many times as necessary, following the same order each time, until the Permitted Number is reached. After reaching the Permitted Number of Stockholder Nominees, if any Stockholder Nominee who satisfies the eligibility requirements in this Section 9.1 thereafter withdraws, has his or her nomination withdrawn or is thereafter not submitted for director election, no other nominee or nominees shall be required to be substituted for such Stockholder Nominee and included in the Corporation’s proxy statement or otherwise submitted for director election pursuant to this Section 9.1.
(D)   An “Eligible Stockholder” is one or more stockholders of record who own and have owned, or are acting on behalf of one or more beneficial owners who own and have owned (in each case as defined above), in each case continuously for at least three (3) years as of both the date that the Proxy Access Notice is received by the Corporation pursuant to this Section 9.1, and as of the record date for determining stockholders eligible to vote at the annual meeting, at least three percent (3%) of the aggregate voting power of the Voting Stock (the “Proxy Access Request Required Shares”), and who continue to own the Proxy Access Request Required Shares at all times between the date such Proxy Access Notice is received by the Corporation and the date of the applicable annual meeting, provided that the aggregate number of stockholders, and, ifobtain your records and to create an electronic voting instruction form.During The Meeting - Go to www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HWM2022You may attend the extent that a stockholder is acting on behalf of one or more beneficial owners, of such beneficial owners, whose stock ownership is counted formeeting via the purpose of satisfying the foregoing ownership requirement may not exceed twenty (20). Two or more investment funds that are (I) under common managementInternet and investment control, (II) under common management and funded primarily by the same employers or (III) a “group of investment companies” as such term is defined in Section 12(d)(1)(G)(ii) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (a “Qualifying Fund”) will be treated as one stockholder for the purpose of determining the aggregate number of stockholders in this paragraph (D), provided that each fund included within a Qualifying Fund otherwise meets the requirements set forth in this Section 9.1. No shares may be attributed to more than one group constituting an Eligible Stockholder under this Section 9.1 (and, for the avoidance of doubt, no stockholder may be a member of more than one group constituting an Eligible Stockholder). A record holder acting on behalf of one or more beneficial owners will not be counted separately as a stockholder with respect to the shares owned by beneficial owners on whose behalf such record holder has been directed in writing to act, but each such beneficial owner will be counted separately, subject to the other provisions of this paragraph (D), for purposes of determining the number of stockholders whose holdings may be considered as part of an Eligible Stockholder’s holdings. For the avoidance of doubt, Proxy Access Request Required Shares will qualify as such if and only if the beneficial owner of such shares as of the date of the Proxy Access Notice has itself individually beneficially owned such shares continuously for the three (3)-year period ending on that date and through the other applicable dates referred to above (in addition to the other applicable requirements being met).
(E)   No later than the final date when a Proxy Access Notice pursuant to this Section 9.1 may be timely delivered to the Corporation, an Eligible Stockholder (including each Constituent Holder) must provide the following in writing to the Secretary of the Corporation:
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(1)   with respect to each Constituent Holder, the information, representations and agreements that would be required to be provided in a stockholder’s notice of nomination pursuant to the requirements of Section 2.9(C) and 2.10 of these Bylaws;
(2)   a description of all direct and indirect compensation and other material monetary agreements, arrangements and understandingsvote during the past three (3) years, and any other material relationships, between or among the Eligible Stockholder (including any Constituent Holder) and its or their respective affiliates and associates, or others acting in concert therewith, on the one hand, and each of such Eligible Stockholder’s Stockholder Nominee(s), and his or her respective affiliates and associates, or others acting in concert therewith, on the other hand, including without limitation all information that would be required to be disclosed pursuant to Rule 404 promulgated under Regulation S-K if the Eligible Stockholder (including any Constituent Holder), or any affiliate or associate thereof or person acting in concert therewith, were the “registrant” for purposes of such rule and the Stockholder Nominee were a director or executive officer of such registrant;
(3)   one or more written statements from the record holder of the shares (and from each intermediary through which the shares are or have been held during the requisite three (3)-year holding period) verifying that, as of a date within seven (7) calendar days prior to the date the Proxy Access Notice is delivered to the Corporation, such person owns, and has owned continuously for the preceding three (3) years, the Proxy Access Request Required Shares, and such person’s agreement to provide:
(a)   within ten (10) days after the record date for the annual meeting, written statements from the record holder and intermediaries verifying such person’s continuous ownership of the Proxy Access Request Required Shares through the record date, together with any additional information reasonably requested to verify such person’s ownership of the Proxy Access Request Required Shares; and
(b)   immediate notice if the Eligible Stockholder ceases to own any of the Proxy Access Request Required Shares prior to the date of the applicable annual meeting of stockholders;
(4) a representation that such person:
(a)   acquired the Proxy Access Request Required Shares in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to change or influence control of the Corporation, and does not have such intent;
(b)   has not nominated and will not nominate for election to the Board of Directors at the annual meeting any person other than the Stockholder Nominee(s) being nominated pursuant to this Section 9.1;
(c)   has not engaged and will not engage in, and has not and will not be a “participant” in another person’s, “solicitation” within the meaning of Rule 14a-1(l) under the Exchange Act in support of the election of any individual as a director at the annual meeting other than its Stockholder Nominee(s) or a nominee of the Board of Directors;
(d)   will not distribute to any stockholder any form of proxy for the annual meeting other than the form distributed by the Corporation; and
(e)   will provide facts, statements and other information in all communications with the Corporation and its stockholders that are and will be true and correct in all material respects and do not and will not omit to state a material fact necessary in order to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which they were made, not misleading, and will otherwise comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations in connection with any actions taken pursuant to this Section 9.1;
(5)   in the case of a nomination by a group of stockholders that together is such an Eligible Stockholder, the designation by all group members of one group member that is authorized to act on behalf of all members of the nominating stockholder group with respect to the nomination and matters related thereto, including withdrawal of the nomination; and
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(6)   an undertaking that such person agrees to:
(a)   assume all liability stemming from, and indemnify and hold harmless the Corporation and its affiliates and each of its and their directors, officers, and employees individually against any liability, loss or damages in connection with any threatened or pending action, suit or proceeding, whether legal, administrative or investigative, against the Corporation or any of its affiliates, or any of its or their directors, officers or employees arising out of any legal or regulatory violation arising out of the Eligible Stockholder’s communications with the stockholders of the Corporation or out of the information that the Eligible Stockholder (including such person) provided to the Corporation in connection with the nomination of the Stockholder Nominee(s) or efforts to elect such Stockholder Nominee(s) or out of any failure of the Eligible Stockholder to comply with, or any breach of, its obligations, agreements or representations pursuant to these Bylaws;
(b)   comply with all laws, rules, regulations and listing standards applicable to nominations or solicitations in connection with the annual meeting of stockholders, and promptly provide the Corporation with such other information as the Corporation may reasonably request; and
(c)   file with the Securities and Exchange Commission any solicitation by the Eligible Stockholder of stockholders of the Corporation relating to the annual meeting at which the Stockholder Nominee will be nominated.
In addition, no later than the final date when a Proxy Access Notice pursuant to this Section 9.1 may be timely delivered to the Corporation, a Qualifying Fund whose stock ownership is counted for purposes of qualifying as an Eligible Stockholder must provide to the Secretary of the Corporation documentation reasonably satisfactory to the Board of Directors that demonstrates that the funds included within the Qualifying Fund satisfy the definition thereof. In order to be considered timely, any information required by this Section 9.1 to be provided to the Corporation must be supplemented (by delivery to the Secretary of the Corporation) (1) no later than ten (10) days following the record date for the applicable annual meeting, to disclose the foregoing information as of such record date, and (2) no later than the fifth day before the annual meeting, to disclose the foregoing information as of the date that is no earlier than ten (10) days prior to such annual meeting. For the avoidance of doubt, the requirement to update and supplement such information shall not permit any Eligible Stockholder or other person to change or add any proposed Stockholder Nominee or be deemed to cure any defects or limit the remedies (including without limitation under these Bylaws) available to the Corporation relating to any defect.
(F)   The Eligible Stockholder may provide to the Secretary of the Corporation, at the time the information required by this Section 9.1 is originally provided, a written statement for inclusion in the Corporation’s proxy statement for the annual meeting, not to exceed five hundred (500) words, in support of the candidacy of such Eligible Stockholder’s Stockholder Nominee (the “Statement”). Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Section 9.1, the Corporation may omit from its proxy materials any information or Statement that it, in good faith, believes is materially false or misleading, omits to state any material fact, or would violate any applicable law or regulation.
(G)   No later than the final date when a Proxy Access Notice pursuant to this Section 9.1 may be timely delivered to the Corporation, each Stockholder Nominee must:
(1)   provide an executed agreement, in a form deemed satisfactory by the Board of Directors or its designee (which form shall be provided by the Corporation reasonably promptly upon written request of a stockholder), that such Stockholder Nominee consents to being named in the Corporation’s proxy statement and form of proxy card (and will not agree to be named in any other person’s proxy statement or form of proxy card with respect to the Corporation) as a nominee;
(2)   complete, sign and submit all questionnaires, representations and agreements required by these Bylaws, including Section 2.9(C) and 2.10 of these Bylaws, or of the Corporation’s directors generally; and
(3)   provide such additional information as necessary to permit the Board of Directors to determine if such Stockholder Nominee:
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(a)   is independent under the listing standards of each principal U.S. exchange upon which the common stock of the Corporation is listed, any applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission and any publicly disclosed standards used by the Board of Directors in determining and disclosing the independence of the Corporation’s directors;
(b)   has any direct or indirect relationship with the Corporation other than those relationships that have been deemed categorically immaterial pursuant to the Corporation’s Corporate Governance Guidelines;
(c)   would, by serving on the Board of Directors, violate or cause the Corporation to be in violation of these Bylaws, the Certificate of Incorporation, the rules and listing standards of the principal U.S. exchange upon which the common stock of the Corporation is listed or any applicable law, rule or regulation; and
(d)   is or has been subject to any event specified in Item 401(f) of Regulation S-K (or successor rule) of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
In the event that any information or communications provided by the Eligible Stockholder (or any Constituent Holder) or the Stockholder Nominee to the Corporation or its stockholders ceases to be true and correct in all material respects or omits a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which they were made, not misleading, each Eligible Stockholder or Stockholder Nominee, as the case may be, shall promptly notify the Secretary of the Corporation of any defect in such previously provided information and ofHave the information that is required to correct any such defect; it being understood for the avoidance of doubt that providing any such notification will not be deemed to cure any such defect or limit the remedies (including without limitation under these Bylaws) available to the Corporation relating to any such defect.
(H)   Any Stockholder Nominee who is includedprinted in the Corporation’s proxy materialsbox marked by the arrow available and follow the instructions.VOTE BY PHONE - 1-800-690-6903Use any touch-tone telephone to transmit your voting instructions. Vote by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 24, 2022 for a particular annual meeting of stockholders but withdraws from or becomes ineligible or unavailableshares held directly and by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 22, 2022 for election at that annual meeting (other than by reason of such Stockholder Nominee’s disability or other health reason) shall be ineligible to be a Stockholder Nominee pursuant to this Section 9.1 for the next two annual meetings. Any Stockholder Nominee who is includedshares held in the Corporation’sEmployee Savings Plan. Have your proxy statement for a particular annual meeting of stockholders, but subsequently is determined not to satisfycard in hand when you call and then follow the eligibility requirements of this Section 9.1 or any other provision of these Bylaws, the Certificate of Incorporation or other applicable rules or regulation any time before the annual meeting of stockholders, shall not be eligible for election at the relevant annual meeting of stockholders.
(I)   The Corporation will not be required to include, pursuant to this Section 9.1, any Stockholder Nominee in its proxy materials for any annual meeting of stockholders, and if the proxy statement already has been filed, any Stockholder Nominee will cease to be eligible for nomination as a Stockholder Nominee, notwithstanding that proxies in respect of such vote may have been received by the Corporation, if:
(1)   such Stockholder Nominee is not independent under the listing standards of the principal U.S. exchange upon which the common stock of the Corporation is listed, any applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission and any publicly disclosed standards used by the Board of Directors in determining and disclosing independence of the Corporation’s directors, in each case as determined by the Board of Directors;
(2)   such Stockholder Nominee’s service as a member of the Board of Directors would violate or cause the Corporation to be in violation of these Bylaws, the Certificate of Incorporation, the rules and listing standards of the principal U.S. exchange upon which the common stock of the Corporation is traded, or any applicable law, rule or regulation;
(3)   such Stockholder Nominee is or has been, within the past three (3) years, an officer or director of a competitor, as defined in Section 8 of the Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914, 15 U.S.C. §19;
(4)   such Stockholder Nominee is a named subject of a pending criminal proceeding (excluding traffic violations and other minor offenses) or has been convicted in such a criminal proceeding within the past ten (10) years;
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(5)   such Stockholder Nominee is subject to any order of the type specified in Rule 506(d) of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933;
(6)   the Eligible Stockholder (or any Constituent Holder) or applicable Stockholder Nominee otherwise breaches or fails to comply in any material respect with its obligations pursuant to this Section 9.1 or any agreement, representation or undertaking required by this Section;
(7)   the Eligible Stockholder ceases to be an Eligible Stockholder for any reason, including but not limited to not owning the Proxy Access Request Required Shares through the date of the applicable annual meeting; or
(8)   the Secretary of the Corporation receives a notice that any stockholder has nominated or intends to nominate a person for election to the Board of Directors at such annual meeting pursuant to Section 2.9 of these Bylaws.
For the purposes of this paragraph (I), clauses (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) and, to the extent related to a breach or failure by the Stockholder Nominee, clause (6) will result in the exclusion from the proxy materials pursuant to this Section 9.1 of the specific Stockholder Nominee to whom the ineligibility applies, or, if the proxy statement already has been filed, the ineligibility of such Stockholder Nominee to be nominated pursuant to this Section 9.1; provided, however, that clause (7) and, to the extent related to a breach or failure by an Eligible Stockholder (or any Constituent Holder), clause (6) will result in the Voting Stock owned by such Eligible Stockholder (or Constituent Holder) being excluded from the Proxy Access Request Required Shares (and, if as a result the Proxy Access Notice will no longer have been filed by an Eligible Stockholder, the exclusion from the proxy materials pursuant to this Section 9.1 of all of the applicable stockholder’s Stockholder Nominees from the applicable annual meeting of stockholders or, if the proxy statement has already been filed, the ineligibility of all of such stockholder’s Stockholder Nominees to be nominated).
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary set forth herein, the Board of Directors or the person presiding at the annual meeting shall declare a nomination by an Eligible Stockholder to be invalid, and the nominated Stockholder Nominee shall cease to be eligible for nomination pursuant to this Section 9.1, notwithstanding that proxies in respect of such vote may have been received by the Corporation, if  (i) the Eligible Stockholder (or a qualified representative thereof) does not appear at the annual meeting to present any nomination pursuant to this Section 9.1 or (ii) the Eligible Stockholder (or any Constituent Holder) becomes ineligible to nominate a director for inclusion in the Corporation’s proxy materials pursuant to this Section 9.1 or withdraws its nomination or a Stockholder Nominee becomes unwilling, unavailable or ineligible to serve on the Board of Directors, whether before or after the Corporation’s issuance of the definitive proxy statement.
ARTICLE X
AMENDMENTS
Section 10.1.   By the Stockholders.   Subject to the provisions of the Certificate of Incorporation, these Bylaws may be altered, amended or repealed, or new Bylaws enacted, at any special meeting of the stockholders if duly called for that purpose (provided that in the notice of such special meeting, notice of such purpose shall be given), or at any annual meeting, by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Voting Stock.
Section 10.2.   By the Board of Directors.   Subject to the laws of the State of Delaware, the Certificate of Incorporation and these Bylaws, these Bylaws may also be altered, amended or repealed, or new Bylaws enacted, by the Board of Directors.
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EXHIBIT D
Subchapter D of Chapter 15 of the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law
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SUBCHAPTER D
DISSENTERS RIGHTS
Sec.
1571. Application and effect of subchapter.
1572. Definitions.
1573. Record and beneficial holders and owners.
1574. Notice of intention to dissent.
1575. Notice to demand payment.
1576. Failure to comply with notice to demand payment, etc.
1577. Release of restrictions or payment for shares.
1578. Estimate by dissenter of fair value of shares.
1579. Valuation proceedings generally.
1580. Costs and expenses of valuation proceedings.
Cross References. Subchapter D is referred to in sections 102, 317, 321, 329, 333, 343, 353, 363, 1101, 1105, 1906, 1913, 1932, 2104, 2123, 2321, 2324, 2325, 2512, 2538, 2704, 2705, 2904, 2907, 7104 of this title.
§ 1571. Application and effect of subchapter.
(a) General rule. — Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), any shareholder (as defined in section 1572 (relating to definitions)) of a business corporation shall have the rights and remedies provided in this subchapter in connection with a transaction under this title only where this title expressly provides that a shareholder shall have the rights and remedies provided in this subchapter. See:
Section 329(c) (relating to special treatment of interest holders).
Section 333 (relating to approval of merger).
Section 343 (relating to approval of interest exchange).
Section 353 (relating to approval of conversion).
Section 363 (relating to approval of division).
Section 1906(c) (relating to dissenters rights upon special treatment).
Section 1932(c) (relating to dissenters rights in asset transfers).
Section 2104(b) (relating to procedure).
Section 2324 (relating to corporation option where a restriction on transfer of a security is held invalid).
Section 2325(b) (relating to minimum vote requirement).
Section 2704(c) (relating to dissenters rights upon election).
Section 2705(d) (relating to dissenters rights upon renewal of election).
Section 2904(b) (relating to procedure).
Section 2907(a) (relating to proceedings to terminate breach of qualifying conditions).
Section 7104(b)(3) (relating to procedure).
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(b) Exceptions. — 
(1) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (2), the holders of the shares of any class or series of shares shall not have the right to dissent and obtain payment of the fair value of the shares under this subchapter if, on the record date fixed to determine the shareholders entitled to notice of and to vote at the meeting at which a plan specified in any of section 333, 343, 353, 363 or 1932(c) is to be voted on or on the date of the first public announcement that such a plan has been approved by the shareholders by consent without a meeting, the shares are either:
(i)
listed on a national securities exchange registered under section 6 of the Exchange Act; or
(ii)
held beneficially or of record by more than 2,000 persons.
(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to and dissenters rights shall be available without regard to the exception provided in that paragraph in the case of:
(ii)
Shares of any preferred or special class or series unless the articles, the plan or the terms of the transaction entitle all shareholders of the class or series to vote thereon and require for the adoption of the plan or the effectuation of the transaction the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders of the class or series.
(iii)
Shares entitled to dissenters rights under section 329(d) or 1906(c) (relating to dissenters rights upon special treatment).
(3) The shareholders of a corporation that acquires by purchase, lease, exchange or other disposition all or substantially all of the shares, property or assets of another corporation by the issuance of shares, obligations or otherwise, with or without assuming the liabilities of the other corporation and with or without the intervention of another corporation or other person, shall not be entitled to the rights and remedies of dissenting shareholders provided in this subchapter regardless of the fact, if it be the case, that the acquisition was accomplished by the issuance of voting shares of the corporation to be outstanding immediately after the acquisition sufficient to elect a majority or more of the directors of the corporation.
(c) Grant of optional dissenters rights. — The bylaws or a resolution of the board of directors may direct that all or a part of the shareholders shall have dissenters rights in connection with any corporate action or other transaction that would otherwise not entitle such shareholders to dissenters rights. See section 317 (relating to contractual dissenters rights in entity transactions).
(d) Notice of dissenters rights. — Unless otherwise provided by statute, if a proposed corporate action that would give rise to dissenters rights under this subpart is submitted to a vote at a meeting of shareholders, there shall be included in or enclosed with the notice of meeting:
(1)
a statement of the proposed action and a statement that the shareholders have a right to dissent and obtain payment of the fair value of their shares by complying with the terms of this subchapter; and
(2)
a copy of this subchapter.
(e) Other statutes. — The procedures of this subchapter shall also be applicable to any transaction described in any statute other than this part that makes reference to this subchapter for the purpose of granting dissenters rights.
(f) Certain provisions of articles ineffective. — This subchapter may not be relaxed by any provision of the articles.
(g) Computation of beneficial ownership. — For purposes of subsection (b)(1)(ii), shares that are held beneficially as joint tenants, tenants by the entireties, tenants in common or in trust by two or more persons, as fiduciaries or otherwise, shall be deemed to be held beneficially by one person.
(h) Cross references. — See:
Section 315 (relating to nature of transactions).
Section 1105 (relating to restriction on equitable relief).
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Section 1763(c) (relating to determination of shareholders of record).
Section 2512 (relating to dissenters rights procedure).
(Dec. 19, 1990, P.L.834, No.198, eff. imd.; June 22, 2001, P.L.418, No.34, eff. 60 days; Oct. 22, 2014, P.L.2640, No.172, eff. July 1, 2015)
2014 Amendment.   Act 172 amended subsecs. (a), (b), (c) and (h).
2001 Amendment.   Act 34 amended subsecs. (a) and (b), amended and relettered subsec. (g) to subsec. (h) and added present subsec. (g).
1990 Amendment.   Act 198 amended subsecs. (a), (b) and (e), relettered subsec. (f) to subsec. (g) and added present subsec. (f).
Cross References.   Section 1571 is referred to in sections 317, 1103, 2537 of this title.
§ 1572. Definitions.
The following words and phrases when used in this subchapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
“Corporation.”   The issuer of the shares held or owned by the dissenter before the corporate action or the successor by merger, consolidation, division, conversion or otherwise of that issuer. A plan of division may designate which one or more of the resulting corporations is the successor corporation for the purposes of this subchapter. The designated successor corporation or corporations in a division shall have sole responsibility for payments to dissenters and other liabilities under this subchapter except as otherwise provided in the plan of division.
“Dissenter.”   A shareholder who is entitled to and does assert dissenters rights under this subchapter and who has performed every act required up to the time involved for the assertion of those rights.
“Fair value.”   The fair value of shares immediately before the effectuation of the corporate action to which the dissenter objects, taking into account all relevant factors, but excluding any appreciation or depreciation in anticipation of the corporate action.
“Interest.”   Interest from the effective date of the corporate action until the date of payment at such rate as is fair and equitable under all the circumstances, taking into account all relevant factors, including the average rate currently paid by the corporation on its principal bank loans.
“Shareholder.”   A shareholder as defined in section 1103 (relating to definitions) or an ultimate beneficial owner of shares, including, without limitation, a holder of depository receipts, where the beneficial interest owned includes an interest in the assets of the corporation upon dissolution.
(Dec. 19, 1990, P.L.834, No.198, eff. imd.; June 22, 2001, P.L.418, No.34, eff. 60 days)
2001 Amendment.   Act 34 amended the defs. of  “corporation” and “dissenter” and added the def. of “shareholder.”
Cross References.   Section 1572 is referred to in section 1571 of this title.
§ 1573. Record and beneficial holders and owners.
(a) Record holders of shares. — A record holder of shares of a business corporation may assert dissenters rights as to fewer than all of the shares registered in his name only if he dissents with respect to all the shares of the same class or series beneficially owned by any one person and discloses the name and address of the person or persons on whose behalf he dissents. In that event, his rights shall be determined as if the shares as to which he has dissented and his other shares were registered in the names of different shareholders.
(b) Beneficial owners of shares. — A beneficial owner of shares of a business corporation who is not the record holder may assert dissenters rights with respect to shares held on his behalf and shall be treated as a dissenting shareholder under the terms of this subchapter if he submits to the corporation not later
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than the time of the assertion of dissenters rights a written consent of the record holder. A beneficial owner may not dissent with respect to some but less than all shares of the same class or series owned by the owner, whether or not the shares so owned by him are registered in his name.
(Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1333, No.169, eff. 60 days)
1992 Amendment.   Act 169 amended subsec. (a).
§ 1574. Notice of intention to dissent.
If the proposed corporate action is submitted to a vote at a meeting of shareholders of a business corporation, any person who wishes to dissent and obtain payment of the fair value of his shares must file with the corporation, prior to the vote, a written notice of intention to demand that he be paid the fair value for his shares if the proposed action is effectuated, must effect no change in the beneficial ownership of his shares from the date of such filing continuously through the effective date of the proposed action and must refrain from voting his shares in approval of such action. A dissenter who fails in any respect shall not acquire any right to payment of the fair value of his shares under this subchapter. Neither a proxy nor a vote against the proposed corporate action shall constitute the written notice required by this section.
§ 1575. Notice to demand payment.
(a) General rule. — If the proposed corporate action is approved by the required vote at a meeting of shareholders of a business corporation, the corporation shall deliver a further notice to all dissenters who gave due notice of intention to demand payment of the fair value of their shares and who refrained from voting in favor of the proposed action. If the proposed corporate action is approved by the shareholders by less than unanimous consent without a meeting or is taken without the need for approval by the shareholders, the corporation shall deliver to all shareholders who are entitled to dissent and demand payment of the fair value of their shares a notice of the adoption of the plan or other corporate action. In either case, the notice shall:
(1)
State where and when a demand for payment must be sent and certificates for certificated shares must be deposited in order to obtain payment.
(2)
Inform holders of uncertificated shares to what extent transfer of shares will be restricted from the time that demand for payment is received.
(3)
Supply a form for demanding payment that includes a request for certification of the date on which the shareholder, or the person on whose behalf the shareholder dissents, acquired beneficial ownership of the shares.
(4)
Be accompanied by a copy of this subchapter.
(b) Time for receipt of demand for payment. — The time set for receipt of the demand and deposit of certificated shares shall be not less than 30 days from the delivery of the notice.
(July 9, 2013, P.L.476, No.67, eff. 60 days; Oct. 22, 2014, P.L.2640, No.172, eff. July 1, 2015)
2014 Amendment.   Act 172 amended subsecs. (a) intro par. and (b).
Cross References.   Section 1575 is referred to in sections 1576, 1577, 1579, 2512 of this title.
§ 1576. Failure to comply with notice to demand payment, etc.
(a) Effect of failure of shareholder to act. — A shareholder who fails to timely demand payment, or fails (in the case of certificated shares) to timely deposit certificates, as required by a notice pursuant to section 1575 (relating to notice to demand payment) shall not have any right under this subchapter to receive payment of the fair value of his shares.
(b) Restriction on uncertificated shares. — If the shares are not represented by certificates, the business corporation may restrict their transfer from the time of receipt of demand for payment until effectuation of the proposed corporate action or the release of restrictions under the terms of section 1577(a) (relating to failure to effectuate corporate action).
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(c) Rights retained by shareholder. — The dissenter shall retain all other rights of a shareholder until those rights are modified by effectuation of the proposed corporate action.
(Dec. 19, 1990, P.L.834, No.198, eff. imd.)
1990 Amendment.   Act 198 amended subsec. (a).
§ 1577. Release of restrictions or payment for shares.
(a) Failure to effectuate corporate action. — Within 60 days after the date set for demanding payment and depositing certificates, if the business corporation has not effectuated the proposed corporate action, it shall return any certificates that have been deposited and release uncertificated shares from any transfer restrictions imposed by reason of the demand for payment.
(b) Renewal of notice to demand payment. — When uncertificated shares have been released from transfer restrictions and deposited certificates have been returned, the corporation may at any later time send a new notice conforming to the requirements of section 1575 (relating to notice to demand payment), with like effect.
(c) Payment of fair value of shares. — Promptly after effectuation of the proposed corporate action, or upon timely receipt of demand for payment if the corporate action has already been effectuated, the corporation shall either remit to dissenters who have made demand and (if their shares are certificated) have deposited their certificates the amount that the corporation estimates to be the fair value of the shares, or give written notice that no remittance under this section will be made. The remittance or notice shall be accompanied by:
(1)
The closing balance sheet and statement of income of the issuer of the shares held or owned by the dissenter for a fiscal year ending not more than 16 months before the date of remittance or notice together with the latest available interim financial statements.
(2)
A statement of the corporation’s estimate of the fair value of the shares.
(3)
A notice of the right of the dissenter to demand payment or supplemental payment, as the case may be, accompanied by a copy of this subchapter.
(d) Failure to make payment. — If the corporation does not remit the amount of its estimate of the fair value of the shares as provided by subsection (c), it shall return any certificates that have been deposited and release uncertificated shares from any transfer restrictions imposed by reason of the demand for payment. The corporation may make a notation on any such certificate or on the records of the corporation relating to any such uncertificated shares that such demand has been made. If shares with respect to which notation has been so made shall be transferred, each new certificate issued therefor or the records relating to any transferred uncertificated shares shall bear a similar notation, together with the name of the original dissenting holder or owner of such shares. A transferee of such shares shall not acquire by such transfer any rights in the corporation other than those that the original dissenter had after making demand for payment of their fair value.
(Dec. 19, 1990, P.L.834, No.198, eff. imd.)
1990 Amendment.   Act 198 amended subsecs. (c) and (d).
Cross References.   Section 1577 is referred to in sections 1576, 1578, 2512 of this title.
§ 1578. Estimate by dissenter of fair value of shares.
(a) General rule. — If the business corporation gives notice of its estimate of the fair value of the shares, without remitting such amount, or remits payment of its estimate of the fair value of a dissenter’s shares as permitted by section 1577(c) (relating to payment of fair value of shares) and the dissenter believes that the amount stated or remitted is less than the fair value of his shares, he may send to the corporation his own estimate of the fair value of the shares, which shall be deemed a demand for payment of the amount or the deficiency.
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(b) Effect of failure to file estimate. — Where the dissenter does not file his own estimate under subsection (a) within 30 days after the mailing by the corporation of its remittance or notice, the dissenter shall be entitled to no more than the amount stated in the notice or remitted to him by the corporation.
(Dec. 19, 1990, P.L.834, No.198, eff. imd.)
1990 Amendment.   Act 198 amended subsec. (b).
Cross References.   Section 1578 is referred to in sections 1579, 1580 of this title.
§ 1579. Valuation proceedings generally.
(a) General rule. — Within 60 days after the latest of:
(1)
effectuation of the proposed corporate action;
(2)
timely receipt of any demands for payment under section 1575 (relating to notice to demand payment); or
(3)
timely receipt of any estimates pursuant to section 1578 (relating to estimate by dissenter of fair value of shares);
if any demands for payment remain unsettled, the business corporation may file in court an application for relief requesting that the fair value of the shares be determined by the court.
(b) Mandatory joinder of dissenters. — All dissenters, wherever residing, whose demands have not been settled shall be made parties to the proceeding as in an action against their shares. A copy of the application shall be served on each such dissenter. If a dissenter is a nonresident, the copy may be served on him in the manner provided or prescribed by or pursuant to 42 Pa.C.S. Ch. 53 (relating to bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure).
(c) Jurisdiction of the court. — The jurisdiction of the court shall be plenary and exclusive. The court may appoint an appraiser to receive evidence and recommend a decision on the issue of fair value. The appraiser shall have such power and authority as may be specified in the order of appointment or in any amendment thereof.
(d) Measure of recovery. — Each dissenter who is made a party shall be entitled to recover the amount by which the fair value of his shares is found to exceed the amount, if any, previously remitted, plus interest.
(e) Effect of corporation’s failure to file application. — If the corporation fails to file an application as provided in subsection (a), any dissenter who made a demand and who has not already settled his claim against the corporation may do so in the name of the corporation at any time within 30 days after the expiration of the 60-day period. If a dissenter does not file an application within the 30-day period, each dissenter entitled to file an application shall be paid the corporation’s estimate of the fair value of the shares and no more, and may bring an action to recover any amount not previously remitted.
Cross References.   Section 1579 is referred to in section 1580 of this title.
§ 1580. Costs and expenses of valuation proceedings.
(a) General rule. — The costs and expenses of any proceeding under section 1579 (relating to valuation proceedings generally), including the reasonable compensation and expenses of the appraiser appointed by the court, shall be determined by the court and assessed against the business corporation except that any part of the costs and expenses may be apportioned and assessed as the court deems appropriate against all or some of the dissenters who are parties and whose action in demanding supplemental payment under section 1578 (relating to estimate by dissenter of fair value of shares) the court finds to be dilatory, obdurate, arbitrary, vexatious or in bad faith.
(b) Assessment of counsel fees and expert fees where lack of good faith appears. — Fees and expenses of counsel and of experts for the respective parties may be assessed as the court deems appropriate against the corporation and in favor of any or all dissenters if the corporation failed to comply substantially with the
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requirements of this subchapter and may be assessed against either the corporation or a dissenter, in favor of any other party, if the court finds that the party against whom the fees and expenses are assessed acted in bad faith or in a dilatory, obdurate, arbitrary or vexatious manner in respect to the rights provided by this subchapter.
(c) Award of fees for benefits to other dissenters. — If the court finds that the services of counsel for any dissenter were of substantial benefit to other dissenters similarly situated and should not be assessed against the corporation, it may award to those counsel reasonable fees to be paid out of the amounts awarded to the dissenters who were benefited.
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c/o Corporate Election Services P. O. Box 1150 Pittsburgh, PA 15230-1150 Arconic Inc. Special Meeting of Shareholders 10:00 a.m. local time Thursday, November 30, 2017 at the offices of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, 51 West 52nd Street, New York, New York 10019 Admission Ticket This ticket is not transferable. Please keep this ticket to be admitted to the special meeting. ☐ Fold and detach here ☐ VOTEinstructions.VOTE BY MAIL THREE WAYS TO VOTE Vote by Mail. Please mark,MAILMark, sign and date your proxy card and return it in the postage-paid envelope we have provided or return it to Arconic Inc.,Vote Processing, c/o Corporate Election Services, P.O. Box 1150, Pittsburgh, PA 15230-1150. VoteBroadridge, 51 Mercedes Way, Edgewood, NY 11717.ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF FUTURE PROXY MATERIALSIf you would like to reduce the costs incurred by Internet. Have yourour company in maling proxy card available whenmaterials, you accesscan consent to receiving all future proxy statements, proxy cards, and annual reports electronically via email or the website www.cesvote.com andinternet. To sign up for electronic delivery, please follow the simple directions presentedinstructions above to record your vote. Vote by Telephone. Have yourvote using the internet and, when prompted, indicate that you agree to receive or access proxy card available when you call toll-free 1-888-693-8683 using a touch-tone phone and follow the simple directions presented to record your vote. Vote 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your telephone or Internet vote must be received by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 30, 2017, to be counted. Ifmaterials electrioncally in future years. TO VOTE, MARK BLOCKS BELOW IN BLUE OR BLACK INK AS FOLLOWS:D77090-Z82118KEEP THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDSTHIS PROXY CARD IS VALID ONLY WHEN SIGNED AND DATED.DETACH AND RETURN THIS PORTION ONLYHOWMET AEROSPACE INC. The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following Proposal:1.Election of Directors Nominees: 1a. James F. Albaugh 1b. Amy E. Alving 1c. Sharon R. Barner 1d. Joseph S. Cantie 1e. Robert F. Leduc 1f. David J. Miller 1g. Jody G. Miller 1h. Nicole W. Piasecki 1i. John C. Plant 1j. Ulrich R. Schmidt For Against Abstain! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! !! ! ! The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following Proposals:2.Ratification of the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2022. 3.To approve, on an advisory basis, executive compensation. The Board of Directors recommends you vote AGAINST the following Proposal:4.Shareholder Proposal regarding an independent Board Chairman. NOTE: Such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof. For Against Abstain! ! !For Against Abstain! ! !For Against Abstain! ! ! Please sign exactly as your name(s) appear(s) hereon. When signing as attorney, executor, administrator, or other fiduciary, please give full title as such. Joint owners should each sign personally. All holders must sign. If a corporation or partnership, please sign in full corporate or partnership name by Internet or by telephone, please do not mail your proxy card. authorized officer.Signature [PLEASE SIGN WITHIN BOX]DateSignature (Joint Owners)Date

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Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Special Meeting of Shareholders to be held on November 30, 2017 — theAnnual Meeting:The Notice of Special Meeting and Proxy Statement isand Annual Report are available at www.ViewMaterial.com/ARNC. Return your proxy in the postage-paid envelope provided. VOTE BY INTERNET Access this website to cast your vote. www.cesvote.com VOTE BY TELEPHONE Call toll-free using a touch-tone telephone. 1-888-693-8683 IF YOU HAVE NOT VOTED VIA THE INTERNET OR TELEPHONE, FOLD ALONG THE PERFORATION, DETACH AND RETURN THE BOTTOM PORTION IN THE ENCLOSED ENVELOPE. THISwww.proxyvote.com.D77091-Z82118HOWMET AEROSPACE INC.THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Arconic Inc. 390 Park Avenue New York, NY 10022-4608 The undersignedDIRECTORSANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS ON MAY 25, 2022The shareholder(s) hereby appoints Libby Archell, Peter Hong, Max Laun,appoint(s) Ramon J. Ceron, Kenneth J. Giacobbe and Neil E. Marchuk, or each of them, attorneys and proxies, with full power of substitution, to represent and to vote on behalf of the undersigned all of the shares of common stock of ArconicHowmet Aerospace Inc. that the undersigned isshareholder(s) is/are entitled to vote if personally present at the SpecialAnnual Meeting of Shareholders of Arconic Inc. to be held at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on November 30, 2017,Wednesday, May 25, 2022, by virtual meeting via live webcast, and at any adjournment or postponement thereof, in accordance with the instructions set forth on the reverse side of this proxy card. The proxies are authorized to vote in their discretion upon all matters incident to the conduct of the meeting, and upon such other business as may properly come before the meeting, and at any adjournment or postponement thereof. Your telephone or Internet vote must be received by 6:00 a.m., Eastern Time, on November 30, 2017, to be counted. If you vote by mail, your proxy card must be received before the meeting for your vote to be counted. Thisthereof.This card also serves as voting instructions to the trustee of each employee savings plan sponsored by Arconic,Howmet Aerospace Inc., its subsidiaries or affiliates with respect to shares of common stock of ArconicHowmet Aerospace, Inc. held by the undersigned under any such plans. Your voting instructions must be received by 6:00 a.m.,11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 28, 2017,May 22, 2022, or the trustee will vote your plan shares in the same proportion as those plan shares for which instructions have been received. Your vote on the proposals described in the accompanying Proxy Statement may be specified on the reverse side. If properly signed, dated and returned, this proxy will be voted as specified on the reverse side or, if no choice is specified, this proxy will be voted in accordance with the recommendation of the Board of Directors. Comments: (Vote on the other side)

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IF YOU HAVE NOT VOTED VIA THE INTERNET OR TELEPHONE, FOLD ALONGNOMINEES LISTED ON THE PERFORATION, DETACH AND RETURN THE BOTTOM PORTION IN THE ENCLOSED ENVELOPE. (continued from the other side) P R O X Y Please mark your choices clearly in the appropriate boxes. If no choice is specified, this proxy will be votedREVERSE SIDE FOR Items 1, 2 and 3. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, RECOMMENDS A VOTE FOR ITEMS 1,PROPOSALS 2 AND 3. 1. A proposal to approve the merger of Arconic Inc. (“Arconic”) with a newly formed direct wholly owned subsidiary of Arconic incorporated in Delaware (“Arconic Delaware”) in order to effect the change of Arconic’s jurisdiction of incorporation from Pennsylvania to Delaware (the “Reincorporation”). ☐ FOR ☐3 AND AGAINST ☐ ABSTAIN 2. A proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the certificate of incorporation of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation (the “Delaware Certificate”) will not contain any supermajority voting requirements. ☐ FOR ☐ AGAINST ☐ ABSTAIN 3. A proposal to approve, on an advisory basis, that the Board of Directors of Arconic Delaware following the Reincorporation will be elected on an annual basis pursuant to the Delaware Certificate. ☐ FOR ☐ AGAINST ☐ ABSTAIN Signature Signature (if held jointly) DatePROPOSAL 4.PLEASE MARK, SIGN, DATE AND RETURN THIS PROXY CARD IS VALID ONLY WHENPROMPTLY USING THE ENCLOSED REPLY ENVELOPE. CONTINUED AND TO BE SIGNED AND DATED. Please sign exactly as your name or names appear(s) on this proxy card. If shares are held jointly, EACH holder should sign. When signing as executor, administrator, attorney, trustee or guardian, please give full title as such. If signer is a corporation, please sign full corporate name by duly authorized officer, giving full title as such. If signer is a partnership, please sign in partnership name by authorized person. .ON REVERSE SIDE