BK Technologies Appoints R. Joseph Jackson as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors

His involvement reflects a forward-looking investment focus on emerging technologies with practical enterprise applications.

BK Technologies Corporation, a provider of advanced public safety communications solutions, announced the appointment of R. Joseph Jackson as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Jackson has served on BK Technologies’ Board of Directors since 2021.

Mr. Jackson has more than 30 years of investment experience and possesses a deep knowledge of capital allocation strategy and the capital markets. He founded and currently serves as the Managing Partner of Metrolina Capital, which provides private lending, structured equity, analytics, development, and consulting services. He is also a member of the investment committee of Charlotte Fund 1, a Charlotte, North Carolina based venture capital fund, and has served as an investment manager for a private real estate investment trust.

Mr. Jackson serves on the Board of Fastbreak AI, the premier AI-powered sports operations platform trusted by the world’s top professional leagues. His involvement reflects a forward-looking investment focus on emerging technologies with practical enterprise applications.

He also serves on the Boards of the Patriot Foundation, Carolina Business Capital, and Camino Community Center-organizations supporting military families, small business development, and the Latino community, respectively. His prior board service includes Community First Bancorporation, Community First Bank, and SeaTrust Mortgage.

Joshua Horowitz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of BK Technologies, commented,

“The establishment of the vice chairman role reflects the board’s ongoing efforts to reinforce the Company’s ability to capitalize on growth opportunities within its core markets. Joe has consistently brought thoughtful perspective and strategic guidance to the board since joining in 2021, and this appointment underscores the value he brings as we position the company for its next phase of expansion.”

John Suzuki, Chief Executive Officer of BK Technologies, commented,

“BK has made meaningful progress in recent years, expanding sales from $45 million in 2021 to over $76 million in 2024, while also significantly improving profitability and strengthening our balance sheet. As we continue to enhance our product offerings and operational discipline, the board’s creation of a vice chairman role signals a clear commitment to ensuring the right leadership structure is in place to support our evolving strategic priorities and drive long-term value creation.”