LSI Industries Inc. Appoints Thomas A. Caneris as Senior Vice President – Human Resources and General Counsel

SOURCE: LSI Industries Inc.

Thomas Caneris Will Oversee Staffing, Performance Management, and Organizational Development, as well as Corporate Law

Cincinnati, OH– August 15, 2019 – LSI Industries Inc., (NASDAQ:LYTS), a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of outdoor and indoor lighting and graphics for commercial, industrial, and multi-site retail applications, today announced the appointment of Thomas A. Caneris as Senior Vice President –Human Resources and General Counsel, effective August 5, 2019.

Mr. Caneris brings to LSI more than 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney and senior advisor in both public and private company settings. Most recently, he was a Senior Vice President at PharMerica Corporation from 2007 through 2019, leading the Human Resources Group and serving as General Counsel. Earlier in his career, Mr. Caneris served as Commercial Affairs Counsel for AK Steel Corporation.

Mr. Caneris will focus on the acceleration of LSI Industries’ initiatives to retain and attract top talent, and continue efforts to deliver a customer-centric organization and workforce that enriches skill, diversity, and satisfaction. In addition to guiding the organization on all aspects of human resources, he will utilize his wealth of operational knowledge to collaborate with functional leaders in several areas of the business, including communications, investor relations, and government affairs.

"Tom Caneris' background reveals a solid tradition of excellence in multiple areas of corporate operations, from human resources to corporate law," said Jim Clark, LSI Industries' President and CEO. "the fact that LSI Industries was able to bring Tom onboard is testimony to the growing perception that LSI Industries is an innovative organization offering a dynamic workplace culture and a welcome home for top talent. We couldn't be more thrilled that Tom will be working with us to grow that culture."

About LSI Industries Inc.

LSI Industries Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of lighting, graphics and technology solutions for both indoor and outdoor applications. LSI is a leading solutions provider to several primary end-markets, including petroleum, automotive, quick serve restaurants, grocery, banking, retail, renovation, parking and warehousing. LSI's products are marketed throughout North America through a network of independent sales representatives and distributors, as well as through national accounts. LSI partners with customers to provide a full range of design support, engineering, installation and product management services. Headquaretered in Blue Ash, Ohio, LSI currently employs over 1,200 employees and operates seven facilities throughout the United States. Learn more: www.lsi-industries.com