DAIO Data I O Corp

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers

On January 23, 2025, the Board of Directors of Data I/O Corporation appointed Garrett R. Larson to the Board effective January 23, 2025. He was named to the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, and Corporate Governance & Nominating Committee of the Board.  

Mr. Larson has extensive experience in capital markets and value creation, with a proven track record in equity analysis and strategic decision-making. Over the past eight years, Mr. Larson has successfully led sector verticals across consumer and technology groups for various multi-billion dollar hedge funds, including Kynikos Associates and SPX Capital. Currently serving as a Senior Equity Analyst at Kanen Wealth Management, LLC, Mr. Larson has an extensive track record of creating value and providing valuable insights to its portfolio companies. His deep understanding of financial markets and strategic acumen will be invaluable in guiding Data I/O’s initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, evaluate potential M&A, and drive long-term growth.  Mr. Larson has a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida State University.

There were no arrangements or understandings pursuant to which he was selected. There have been no related person transactions. He was identified as a candidate through a shareholder suggestion. He will receive prorated the Data I/O Director standard retainer compensation and a grant of Restricted Stock Units equivalent to the prorated annual Director grant using the fair value on the date of appointment and vesting as of the next annual meeting of shareholders.

 SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.