DEFA14A 1 t78669_defa14a.htm DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL MATERIALS



UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
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Silicon Laboratories Inc.
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Meeting Information
 
SILICON LABORATORIES INC.
 
Meeting Type: Annual Meeting
 
For holders as of: February 19, 2014
     
Date: April 15, 2014 Time: 9:30 AM CDT
     
Location:
 The Lady Bird Johnson
       
 Wildflower Center
       
 4801 La Crosse Avenue
 Austin, Texas 78739
 
     
       
       
       
 
 
 
 
 
You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company.
 
This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side).
 
We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting.
       
     
See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

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Before You Vote
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Voting items
The Board of Directors recommends that you
vote FOR the following:
 
1.
Election of Directors
 
Nominees
01
Navdeep S. Sooch
02
Laurence G. Walker
03
William P. Wood
 
 
 
 
 
The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal (s):
   
2
To ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending January 3, 2015.
   
3 To approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Named Executive Officers as disclosed in the Company’s Proxy Statement.
   
4
To approve the amendments to the 2009 Stock Incentive Plan.
   
5 To re-approve the material terms of the 2009 Stock Incentive Plan pursuant to Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code.
   
6
To approve the amendments to the 2009 Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
 
NOTE: In accordance with the discretion of the proxy holders, to act upon all matters incident to the conduct of the meeting and upon other matters as may properly come before the meeting.
 
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Voting Instructions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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*** Exercise Your Right to Vote ***
Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the
Shareholder Meeting to Be Held on April 15, 2014

     
Meeting Information
 
SILICON LABORATORIES INC.
 
Meeting Type: Annual Meeting
 
For holders as of: February 19, 2014
     
Date: April 15, 2014 Time: 9:30 AM CDT
     
Location:
 The Lady Bird Johnson
       
 Wildflower Center
       
 4801 La Crosse Avenue
 Austin, Texas 78739
 
     
       
       
       
SILICON LABORATORIES INC.
ATTN: CORPORATE SECRETARY
400 WEST CESAR CHAVEZ
AUSTIN, TX 78701
 
You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company.
 
This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side).
 
We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting.
       
     
See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

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Before You Vote
How to Access the Proxy Materials
                       
   
Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE:
 
   
1. Annual Report          2. Notice & Proxy Statement
 
   
How to View Online:
 
   
Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow   graphic
XXXX XXXX XXXX
   (located on the
 
    following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com.  
   
How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy:
 
   
If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for
 
    requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request:  
       
1) BY INTERNET:
www.proxyvote.com
 
       
2) BY TELEPHONE:
1-800-579-1639
 
       
3) BY E-MAIL*:
sendmaterial@proxyvote.com
 
   
* If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the information that is printed in the box marked
 
    by the arrow   graphic    XXXX XXXX XXXX      (located on the following page) in the subject line.  
   
Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before April 01, 2014 to facilitate timely delivery.
 
       
 
 How To Vote
Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods
           
   
Vote In Person: Many shareholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for meeting attendance. At the meeting, you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares.
 
       
    Vote By Internet: To vote now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the information that is printed in the box  
    marked by the arrow   graphic XXXX XXXX XXXX   available and follow the instructions.  
   
 
 
   
Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card.
 
       
 
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Voting items
The Board of Directors recommends you vote
FOR the following:
 
1.
Election of Directors
 
Nominees
01
Navdeep S. Sooch
02
Laurence G. Walker
03
William P. Wood
 
 
 
 
 
The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR proposals 2 through 6.
   
2
To ratify the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending January 3, 2015.
   
3 To approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Named Executive Officers as disclosed in the Company’s Proxy Statement.
   
To approve the amendments to the 2009 Stock Incentive Plan.
   
To re-approve the material terms of the 2009 Stock Incentive Plan pursuant to Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code.
   
To approve the amendments to the 2009 Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
 
NOTE: In accordance with the discretion of the proxy holders, to act upon all matters incident to the conduct of the meeting and upon other matters as may properly come before the meeting.
 
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