UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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THE SELECT SECTOR SPDR® TRUST
(Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter)
(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)
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Solicitation Script
THE SELECT SECTOR SPDR® TRUST
Inbound Info Agent Only
Meeting Date: October 29, 2021
Toll Free Number: 855-835-8320
Inbound Greeting:
Thank you for calling the Broadridge Proxy Services Center for the THE SELECT SECTOR SPDR® TRUST. My name is <Agent Name>. How may I assist you today?
If Unsure of voting:
Would you like me to review the proposal with you? <Once questions have been answered using the proxy materials provided, review the voting options available.>
If not received/Requesting material to be re-mailed:
Beneficial accounts
Mr./Ms. <shareholder’s last name>, this material was mailed on or around September 17, 2021. You will need to contact your bank or broker to request another set of materials. Should you have any questions once you have received and reviewed the material, please contact us at 1-855-835-8320 between the hours of 9:00am and 10:00pm, Eastern Time.
Beneficial voting options:
To vote please follow the instructions provided to you on the ballot.
To vote you may either go to www.proxyvote.com and enter your 16 digit control number, or, dial 1-800-454-8683 and follow the prompts on the recording. You can also sign and date your proxy card and return it in the preaddressed postage paid envelope provided.
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Mr./Ms. <shareholder’s last name>, I can have another proxy statement sent to you via e-mail. Please provide your complete e-mail address.
Should you have any questions once you have received and reviewed the material, please contact us at 1-855-835-8320 between the hours of 9:00am and 10:00pm, Eastern Time.
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The voting options for registered shareholders are as follows:
To vote by Internet
1) Read the Proxy Statement and have the proxy card at hand.
2) Go to website www.proxyvote.com or scan the QR Barcode on the proxy card.
3) Follow the instructions provided on the website.
To vote by Telephone
1) Read the Proxy Statement and have the proxy card at hand.
2) Call 1-800-690-6903
3) Follow the instructions.
To vote by Mail
1) Read the Proxy Statement.
2) Check the appropriate box on the proxy card.
3) Sign and date the proxy card.
4) Return the proxy card in the preaddressed, postage paid envelope provided.
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Thank you for calling the Broadridge Proxy Services Center. The Shareholder meeting has been held and as a result, this toll free number is no longer in service for proxy related calls. If you have questions about your investment, please contact your Financial Advisor or the fund company directly. Thank you and have a nice day.
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