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Ira H. Green, Jr. Appointed to Drilling Tools International Corp's Board of Directors

Drilling Tools International Corp. (NASDAQ: DTI) has announced a significant leadership addition: Ira H. Green, Jr. has been appointed to the Board of Directors effective immediately. With over 30 years of specialized expertise in the energy capital markets, Mr. Green is expected to bring invaluable insights to DTI's strategic initiatives.

A Wealth of Experience in Capital Markets

Before joining DTI, Mr. Green served as the Managing Director and Head of Energy, Power & Infrastructure Capital Markets at Piper Sandler Co. His impressive career includes senior investment banking roles at prestigious organizations such as Simmons & Company International and Merrill Lynch. Furthermore, he's held executive positions, including President and CFO, at SalvageSale, Inc., demonstrating his robust leadership ability.

His educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from The University of Texas at Austin, where he graduated with highest honors, as well as an MBA with distinction from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. Currently, he contributes to the academic community by serving on the Board of Trustees for the Darden School Foundation.

Strengthening DTI’s Strategic Focus

Wayne Prejean, DTI’s Interim Chair of the Board and President and CEO, expressed enthusiasm about Green’s appointment, emphasizing that this is an exciting time for the company. “Ira’s deep understanding of capital allocation and strategic mergers and acquisitions will greatly aid our Board in overseeing DTI's growth strategy,” stated Prejean. His expertise is expected to align closely with DTI's focus on disciplined growth and maximizing shareholder value.

In response, Mr. Green remarked, “It is an honor to join the DTI Board of Directors. I am eager to collaborate with Wayne, my fellow directors, and the management team as DTI pursues its impressive growth strategy.” He noted that DTI has established a strong reputation in the sector and is on a path of substantial expansion through operational excellence and strategic acquisitions.

Ongoing Board Refreshment Initiatives

Green’s appointment is a vital step in DTI's ongoing effort to refresh its Board, which began in summer 2025. The initiative aims to enhance alignment between Board skills and the company’s long-term strategies. As part of this process, the Board is dedicated to continuing its governance efforts and evaluating leadership positions and committee compositions ahead of the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

About Drilling Tools International Corp.

Based in Houston, Texas, Drilling Tools International Corp. is a leading provider of oilfield services, specializing in the manufacturing and rental of downhole drilling tools used in horizontal and directional oil and natural gas drilling. Established in 1984, DTI operates multiple service centers across North America and maintains a presence with 11 international support centers in the EMEA and APAC regions. The company continues to strive for excellence in service and product quality, solidifying its standing in the competitive energy sector.

For more information, visit www.drillingtools.com.