Current Report · Items 5.02, 9.01 · 8-K

Photronics, Inc.

PLABNASDAQEQUITYCurrent

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements

Filed Jan 7, 2026Accepted Jan 7, 2026, 4:16 PM ESTCIK 810136Accession 0001140361-26-000510

Company context

Photronics is a leading worldwide manufacturer of integrated circuit (IC) and flat panel display (FPD) photomasks, which are high precision photographic quartz or glass plates that contain microscopic images of electronic circuits. Photomasks are a key element in the manufacture of ICs and FPDs and are used as masters to transfer circuit patterns onto semiconductor wafers and FPD substrates. Founded in 1969, Photronics has been a trusted photomask supplier for over 56 years. The company operates 11 strategically located manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Additional information on the company can be accessed at www.photronics.com.

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Items 5.02, 9.01

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Item 5.02Item 5.02 - Departure/Election of Directors

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On January 1, 2026, Photronics, Inc. (the “Company”) enlarged its Board of Directors from eight members to nine and elected Michelle Almeida to serve as an independent member of the Company's Board of Directors. Ms. Almeida brings over 25 years of experience in finance with a proven track record in treasury and FP&A. Ms. Almeida is a Certified Public Accountant and earned her Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Pune in Pune, India. She currently serves as Vice President Corporate Finance, Treasurer at Compass Datacenters. The Company published a press release announcing Ms. Almeida’s appointment to the Board of Directors on January 7, 2026, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this disclosure. There are no arrangements or understandings between Ms. Almeida and any other person pursuant to which she was elected as a director. There are no related-party transactions involving Ms. Almeida that are required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. Ms. Almeida will receive compensation similar to the Company's other non-employee directors, including cash retainers for Board and Committee memberships and equity-based compensation in the form of restricted stock. Ms. Almeida has not yet been appointed to any Board committees.

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EX-99.1 (by filename) ef20062466_ex99-1.htm

EX-99.1 2 ef20062466_ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 For Further Information: Ted Moreau VP, Investor Relations 469.395.8175 tmoreau@photronics.com Press Release Photronics Appoints Michelle Almeida to the Board of Directors BROOKFIELD, Conn. January 7, 2026 Photronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:PLAB), a worldwide leader in photomask technologies and solutions, announced today the appointment of Michelle Almeida to the company’s Board of Directors effective January 1, 2026. Ms. Almeida will serve as an independent director. “Michelle brings strong leadership experience and a thoughtful, strategic perspective that will complement the skills and experience of our Board,” said George Macricostas, Chairman and CEO of Photronics. “We are pleased to welcome her to the Board as we continue to execute our long-term strategy.” “I am delighted to join the Photronics Board of Directors,” said Ms. Almeida. “I look forward to working with the Board and management team.” About Photronics Photronics is a leading worldwide manufacturer of integrated circuit (IC) and flat panel display (FPD…

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