DLH Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors

ATLANTA, Aug. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DLH Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: DLHC) (“DLH” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Stephen J. Zelkowicz to its board of directors, effective immediately, with an initial term expiring with the 2021 Annual Shareholder’s Meeting. With this addition, there will be eight members on the Company’s Board.

"I am pleased to welcome Steve to our Board of Directors at this exciting time in our history,” said DLH President and Chief Executive Officer Zach Parker. “He brings strong analytical skills and a depth of knowledge honed within the capital markets industry, including 20 years’ experience with Wynnefield Capital, our largest shareholder and his current firm. He has served on the boards of companies, both public and private, and we are confident his expertise and business acumen will add important perspective to our Board. His counsel will be invaluable as we continue to grow the business and work to generate shareholder value."

Mr. Zelkowicz currently serves on the board of Summer Infant, Inc. (NASDAQ:SUMR), where he is chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee and a member of the Compensation Committee. Mr. Zelkowicz holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and a M.B.A. from Columbia University.

About DLH
DLH (NASDAQ:DLHC) serves federal government clients throughout the United States and abroad delivering technology enabled solutions in key health and human services programs. The Company's seven core competencies include secure data analytics, clinical trials and laboratory services, case management, performance evaluation, system modernization, operational logistics and readiness, and strategic digital communications. DLH has over 2,000 employees serving numerous government agencies. For more information, visit the corporate website at www.dlhcorp.com.

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