Essential Properties elects Kristin Smallwood to board; brings PwC audit expertise

ESSENTIAL PROPERTIES REALTY TRUST, INC.

Kristin L. Smallwood elected to board effective July 15, 2025; board expands to eight members.
Smallwood is a retired PwC partner (2006-2025) with 30 years of audit experience.
Assigned to audit committee; classified as independent and financial expert under NYSE rules.
Receives prorated annual $120K RSU award, $82.5K cash retainer, plus $100K initial RSU grant.
Indemnification agreement entered into substantially similar to other directors.

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