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Proxy Statement
vote is non-binding, the Board of Directors and the Compensation Committee value the opinions of our
stockholders, and will consider the outcome of this vote, along with other relevant factors, in evaluating the
compensation program for our named executive officers.
Shares represented by your proxy will be voted by EA’s management in accordance with the Board of
Directors’s recommendation unless you vote otherwise on your proxy or you mark your proxy to “abstain” from
voting. Abstentions and broker non-votes will have no effect on the outcome of these proposals.
What is the deadline to propose matters for consideration at the 2017 Annual Meeting of stockholders?
Proposals to be considered for inclusion in our proxy materials: No later than February 10, 2017. All
proposals must comply with Rule 14a-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange
Act”).
Other proposals to be brought at our 2017 Annual Meeting: No earlier than March 30, 2017 and no later than
April 29, 2017. The submission must include certain information concerning the stockholder and the proposal, as
specified in the Company’s Amended and Restated Bylaws.
What is the deadline to nominate individuals for election as directors at the 2017 Annual Meeting of
stockholders?
Director nominations for consideration by our Nominating and Governance Committee: No later than
February 10, 2017.
Director nominations for inclusion in our proxy materials (proxy access nominees): No earlier than
February 28, 2017 and no later than March 30, 2017. The nomination must include certain information
concerning the stockholder or stockholder group and the nominee, as specified in Section 1.6 of the Company’s
Amended and Restated Bylaws.
Director brought pursuant to our advance notice bylaws: No earlier than March 30, 2017 and no later than
April 29, 2017. The nomination must include certain information concerning the stockholder and the nominee, as
specified in Section 1.5 of the Company’s Amended and Restated Bylaws.
Where should I send proposals and director nominations for the 2017 Annual Meeting of stockholders?
Stockholder proposals and director nominations should be sent in writing to Jacob Schatz, Corporate Secretary at
Electronic Arts Inc., 209 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94065.
How can I obtain a copy of the Company’s Amended and Restated Bylaws?
Our Amended and Restated Bylaws are included as an exhibit to a Current Report on Form 8-K/A we filed with
the SEC on May 27, 2016, which you may access through the SEC’s electronic data system called EDGAR at
www.sec.gov. You may also request a copy of our Amended and Restated Bylaws by contacting our Corporate
Secretary at the address above.
How can I listen to the live audio webcast of the Annual Meeting?
You can listen to the live audio webcast of the Annual Meeting by going to the Investor Relations section of our
website at http://investor.ea.com. An archived copy of the webcast will also be available on our website for one
year following the Annual Meeting. Please note that participation in the question and answer portion of the
Annual Meeting will be limited to those attending in person.
Where do I find the voting results of the meeting?
We will announce preliminary voting results at the Annual Meeting. We will also publish the final results on
Form 8-K, which we will file with the SEC within four business days after the Annual Meeting. Once filed, you
can request a copy of the Form 8-K by contacting our Investor Relations department at [phone] or the
SEC at (800) SEC-0330 for the location of its nearest public reference room. You can also get a copy on the
Internet at http://investor.ea.com or through the SEC’s electronic data system called EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
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