BK Technologies appoints John Suzuki as CEO, effective July 19, 2021

BK Technologies Corp

Base salary $350,000; eligible for incentive bonus and equity; granted option for 100,000 shares.
Suzuki formerly President & CEO of EF Johnson Technologies (JVC Kenwood), where revenue doubled during tenure.
Tim Vitou remains President; Suzuki also appointed to Board as new seat.
Severance: 12 months salary if terminated without cause; COBRA for 12 months; accelerated vesting.
Board cites Suzuki's mobile communications leadership and M&A expertise to drive growth.

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Appointed

John M. Suzuki

Chief Executive Officer

BKTI · BK Technologies Corp

Effective: 2021-07-19
Filed: July 20, 2021, 7:59 PM ET

The Board of Directors (the "Board") of BK Technologies Corporation (the "Company") has appointed John M. Suzuki, 57, to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective July 19, 2021.

Appointed

John M. Suzuki

Director

BKTI · BK Technologies Corp

Effective: 2021-07-19
Filed: July 20, 2021, 7:59 PM ET

Mr. Suzuki was also appointed to fill a newly created seat on the Board.

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John M. Suzuki was appointed as Chief Executive Officer at BK Technologies Corp.

Action: appointed
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The Board of Directors (the "Board") of BK Technologies Corporation (the "Company") has appointed John M. Suzuki, 57, to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective July 19, 2021.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

John M. Suzuki was appointed as Director at BK Technologies Corp.

Action: appointed
Role: Director

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Mr. Suzuki was also appointed to fill a newly created seat on the Board.

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