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John M. Suzuki

Chief Executive Officer at BK Technologies
Board
Since July 19, 2021
Age
61 years
Education
Holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Ottawa and an MBA from Duke University.
Tenure
Joined BKTI as Chief Executive Officer on July 19, 2021 and assumed the role of President in October 2023.

Also at BK Technologies

BA
Branko Avanic
Chief Technology Officer
SAM
Scott A. Malmanger
Chief Financial Officer

About

John M. Suzuki is the Chief Executive Officer of BK Technologies Corporation, having been appointed on July 19, 2021. He is currently 61 years old as of Q1 2025.

He holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Ottawa and an MBA from Duke University, demonstrating a strong academic background that has complemented his extensive experience in senior leadership roles.

Prior to his roles at BKTI, he held significant leadership positions including Chief Strategy Officer at Imperium Leadership and President and CEO at EFJohnson Technologies, among others, thereby laying a solid foundation for his strategic and operational capabilities.

At BKTI, his appointment as CEO and subsequent promotion to President in October 2023 reflect a commitment to growth and operational excellence, positioning the company for continued innovation and success.

$BKTI Performance Under John M. Suzuki

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Imperium LeadershipChief Strategy OfficerMay 2019 - July 2021Oversaw development and growth of the business
EFJohnson TechnologiesPresident and CEOMay 2015 - May 2019Leadership in general management and strategy in two-way radio manufacturing
AVTEC IncorporatedSenior Vice President of Sales2011 - 2015Leadership in sales
3eTechnologies InternationalVice President of Sales and Marketing2011 - 2015Leadership in sales and marketing
UltraElectronicsVice President of Sales and Marketing2011 - 2015Held role via subsidiary, 3eTechnologies International; leadership in sales and marketing
EFJohnson TechnologiesSenior Vice President, Sales2004 - 2011Leadership in sales

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2024
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Salary$249,308 N/AN/A
Stock Awards$123,442 N/AN/A
Option Awards$1,409,400 N/AN/A
All Other Compensation$21,120 N/AIncludes 401(k) matching contributions of $11,036 and long-term disability, life, and health insurance premiums of $10,083

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2024

No information available on performance compensation for 2024