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Daktronics, Inc. is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing electronic display systems. The company provides a wide range of products, from small scoreboards and electronic displays to large multimillion-dollar video display systems. Daktronics offers both standard catalog products and custom-designed integrated systems for various applications, including sporting, commercial, and transportation.
- Live Events - Offers integrated scoring and video display systems and mobile display technology for college and professional sports facilities, convention centers, and other live event venues.
- High School Park and Recreation - Provides scoring systems, Galaxy® displays, and video display systems for primary and secondary education facilities and resellers.
- Commercial - Supplies integrated video display systems, digital billboards, and dynamic messaging systems to resellers, national retailers, and other commercial entities.
- Transportation - Delivers intelligent transportation systems and dynamic messaging signs for governmental transportation departments and related customers.
- International - Sells all product lines outside the United States and Canada, including integrated scoring and video display systems and transportation-related products.
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Howard I. Atkins ExecutiveBoard | Acting CFO and Chief Transformation Officer | Owner and Manager of HIA Capital | Howard I. Atkins serves as the Acting CFO and Chief Transformation Officer at Daktronics since March 5, 2025 and has been a Director since December 7, 2022. Previously, he held senior executive roles at companies such as Wells Fargo, New York Life, Midlantic Corporation, and Chase Manhattan Bank, showcasing extensive financial management and strategic experience. | |
Bradley T. Wiemann Executive | Interim President and Chief Executive Officer | Bradley T. Wiemann was appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of DAKT effective March 5, 2025. He has been with the company since 1993, holding roles such as Lead Design Engineer, Manager of Engineering Groups, and Executive Vice President. | View Report → | |
Carla S. Gatzke Executive | Vice President of Human Resources and Secretary | Carla S. Gatzke has built a long tenure at Daktronics since joining in 1984, serving as Corporate Secretary since 1994 and as Vice President of Human Resources since 2006. She has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s HR strategy and corporate governance, contributing significantly to its overall operational success. | ||
Matthew J. Kurtenbach Executive | Vice President of Manufacturing | Matthew J. Kurtenbach is the Vice President of Manufacturing at Daktronics since 2014. He began his Daktronics career in 1992 as a manufacturing manager and advanced through key roles including Manufacturing Manager in 2001 and VP of Manufacturing in 2006, playing an instrumental role in leading lean manufacturing initiatives. | ||
Sheila M. Anderson Executive | Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Treasurer | Sheila M. Anderson has been the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Treasurer of Daktronics, Inc. since 2012. She began her career at the company in 2002 as a Senior Accountant and advanced to Corporate Controller in 2006. | ||
Andrew D. Siegel Board | Director | Board Member at Park Avenue Synagogue; Board Member at Ashley Hope Foundation | Andrew D. Siegel has served as a Director at Daktronics since September 2022 and was named Lead Independent Director on October 17, 2023. He has a diverse background in strategy, corporate development, and finance with previous roles at companies such as FourQ Systems, Yahoo!, and GE. | |
Dr. José-Marie Griffiths Board | Director of Daktronics, Inc. | President of Dakota State University | Dr. José-Marie Griffiths has been a Director at Daktronics, Inc. since September 2020, contributing her expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and strategic risk management to the board. She also serves as President of Dakota State University since July 2015, demonstrating a broad background in public service and higher education leadership. | |
John P. Friel Board | Director at Daktronics, Inc. | Board Member at Vascor, Inc.; Director at Preservation Technologies L.P.; Director at American Productivity and Quality Center (APQC); Principal and Founder of Five Radicals; Director and Chief Strategy Officer at Magvation, LLC; Senior Partner at the Mikan Group | John P. Friel has served as a Director at Daktronics, Inc. since September 2015 and has contributed on the Audit and Compensation Committees—with a role as Compensation Committee Chair since September 2020. Previously, he held senior leadership roles at other companies, including his tenure as CEO at MEDRAD, Inc. and serving on the board of Vascor, Inc.. | |
Kevin P. McDermott Board | Director | Kevin P. McDermott has served as Director at Daktronics since June 2015 and has been the Audit Committee Chair since October 2016. He also served as Lead Independent Director from June 2020 to October 2023 and built his career at KPMG LLP. | ||
Lance D. Bultena Board | Director of Daktronics, Inc. | Global Director of Thought Leadership for Mobility and Transportation at Hogan Lovells | Lance D. Bultena has been a Director of Daktronics, Inc. since September 2021 and serves on key committees including the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, Audit Committee, and as Chair of the Strategy and Risk Committee since March 2024. | |
Peter Feigin Board | Independent Board Member | President of Milwaukee Bucks Inc. and Fiserv Forum | Peter Feigin serves as an Independent Board Member at DAKT since March 5, 2025. He brings extensive leadership experience from the sports and entertainment industry, notably serving as the President of Milwaukee Bucks Inc. and Fiserv Forum since 2014. | |
Shereta D. Williams Board | Director of Daktronics, Inc. | Senior Vice President, Growth Operations at Cox Enterprises, Inc. | Shereta D. Williams has been a Director of Daktronics, Inc. since September 2021 and serves on the Audit, Compensation, and Strategy and Risk Committees. She also holds an active role as Senior Vice President, Growth Operations at Cox Enterprises, Inc., where she oversees growth operations. |
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Given the ongoing delays in order placements due to geopolitical uncertainties and dynamic trade environments, especially in the Transportation segment, how does the management plan to mitigate these risks and ensure sustainable growth in international markets?
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The company has set ambitious targets of achieving 10-12% operating margins and 17-20% return on capital by fiscal 2028 through its transformation program. Considering the challenges in supply chain negotiations and cost reductions, what are the main obstacles that could prevent you from reaching these targets, and how are you addressing them?
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You mentioned spending approximately $40 million annually on product development, with plans to make this spend more efficient through digital transformation initiatives. Can you provide specific examples of how these initiatives will enhance efficiency, and how will you measure the ROI on this significant investment?
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With the recent leadership change and the CEO stepping down, how does the management team plan to maintain momentum on the transformation initiatives and strategic goals, and what impact might this have on the company's future direction?
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The current tariff environment seems to favor U.S. manufacturers like Daktronics, but you mentioned competitors might be more affected by new tariffs. How do you anticipate the changing tariff policies will impact your competitive position and margins in both domestic and international markets?
Recent press releases and 8-K filings for DAKT.
- Shareholders approved the change of incorporation from South Dakota to Delaware at a Special Meeting on April 16, 2025, with the conversion becoming effective on April 17, 2025.
- The process involved filing the Articles of Charter Surrender, Certificates of Conversion and Incorporation, and adoption of new Delaware Bylaws to govern the company under Delaware law.