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Amtech Systems Appoints Thomas Sabol as Chief Financial Officer

TEMPE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Amtech Systems, Inc. (“Amtech”) (NASDAQ: ASYS), a manufacturer of equipment and consumables enabling AI semiconductor device packaging and advanced substrate fabrication, today announced the appointment of Mr. Thomas Sabol as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective May 14, 2026. In this role, Mr. Sabol will also serve as the Company’s principal accounting officer and principal financial officer. Mr. Sabol will replace Mr. Mark Weaver, who has been serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer.

“We are pleased to have appointed Tom Sabol as our incoming Chief Financial Officer and are fortunate to have found a financial leader with significant technical expertise who aligns with our culture of innovation, customer focus and workforce engagement,” said Mr. Bob Daigle, Chief Executive Officer of Amtech. “Tom’s appointment enables Amtech to benefit from his experience in assisting companies scale through periods of secular growth. He will be instrumental in our mission to deliver profitable growth and reap the full benefit of operational leverage amid the increasing demand for advanced packaging and enterprise board assembly equipment that supports the AI infrastructure buildout and solutions that support the broader semiconductor market.”

Mr. Sabol has more than 30 years of senior financial leadership experience, including over 20 years as a chief financial officer of public and private companies, with significant experience in electronics manufacturing, electronic payments, software, and technology‑enabled businesses.

Mr. Sabol previously served as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Head of HR with Korn Ferry Executive Interim Services practice from August 2025 to May 2026. From May 2023 to May 2026, Mr. Sabol also served as a consultant to various companies, providing CFO and other support services. From October 2021 through March 2023, Mr. Sabol served as Chief Financial Officer of Corcentric Inc. From November 2019 through December 2020, Mr. Sabol served as Chief Financial Officer at Transact Campus Inc. From November 2016 through November 2019, Mr. Sabol served as Chief Financial Officer of Rimini Street, Inc., where he led the company through its initial public offering and managed SEC reporting, internal controls, and investor relations.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Sabol served at Plexus Corp., a publicly traded global electronic manufacturing services company, initially as Chief Financial Officer from 1996 through 2002 and subsequently as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President from 2002 through 2003, during a period that included international expansion and multiple acquisitions.

Mr. Sabol began his career at Coopers & Lybrand, where he served as a Senior Audit Manager, including participation in several initial public offerings and service in the firm’s SEC National Office. He is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Marquette University.

About Amtech Systems, Inc.

Amtech Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS) provides equipment, consumables and services for AI semiconductor device packaging and advanced wafer substrate fabrication. Our products include advanced packaging and electronics assembly equipment for applications such as AI GPUs and advanced automotive electronics. Consumable and other solutions are used in fabricating semiconductor devices, such as silicon carbide (SiC) and silicon (Si) power devices, digital and analog devices, power electronic packages, advanced semiconductor packages and electronic assemblies. We sell these products to semiconductor device and module manufacturers worldwide, particularly in Asia, North America and Europe. To learn more about Amtech, please visit our website at https://www.amtechsystems.com.

Amtech Systems may use its website (www.amtechsystems.com), investor relations page (https://www.amtechsystems.com/investors), and LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/company/amtechsystems) to disclose material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors and other interested parties should monitor these sites, in addition to following Amtech Systems press releases, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, public conference calls and public presentations/webcasts.

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BJ’s Wholesale Club Announces Waxahachie, Texas Grand Opening

Members can celebrate with $2 gas on May 6

MARLBOROUGH, Mass. & WAXAHACHIE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BJ’s Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) announced today that its club in Waxahachie, Texas, will open on May 8.

The new club is located at 2180 N US Highway 77. To continue celebrating the company’s Texas launch, Waxahachie BJ’s Gas will offer members $2 per gallon on gas for one day only on Wednesday, May 6, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The promotional price applies to regular gas and has a 30-gallon limit.

Local shoppers can sign up now to become members at BJs.com/Waxahachie. Limited-time membership offers start at just $20 for one year^* and include 10¢ off per gallon at BJ’s Gas for the first six months. Members can combine the 10¢-off-per-gallon offer with the one-day $2 gas promotion on May 6 for even deeper savings.

BJ’s offers unbeatable value on everyday essentials in a convenient one-stop shop. Members save on fresh foods, produce, full-service deli items, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, home décor, pet supplies, toys, consumer electronics and more. BJ’s members love the true treasure-hunt shopping experience, discovering new and exciting items with each visit.

“At BJ’s, we take care of the families who depend on us,” said Pete Giordano, Club Manager, Waxahachie BJ’s Wholesale Club. “We’re thrilled to bring unbeatable value and savings of up to 25% off grocery store prices every day to the families in our newest community.”

BJ’s has a long-standing commitment to nourishing its communities. For over 15 years, it has worked with Feeding America and its network of food banks, providing more than 165 million meals for those in need. In Waxahachie, BJ’s is partnering with North Texas Food Bank by regularly donating produce, meat, dairy products and more to support the community.

“Through our partnership with BJ’s Wholesale Club, we’re able to further our mission of closing the hunger gap in North Texas by providing access to nutritious food,” said Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of North Texas Food Bank. “We’re grateful for the support of BJ’s and are excited to welcome them into the community.”

BJ’s members can choose from several time-saving options, whether shopping online or in-club. Curbside pickup, in-club pickup, same-day delivery^** and shipping are available on BJs.com. Members shopping in-club can use ExpressPay^*** through the BJ’s mobile app to scan products as they shop and skip the checkout line.

Additional member perks include:

• Unbeatable grocery prices: Members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices every day

• A risk-free membership: Shoppers can try BJ’s risk-free with the company’s 100% money-back guarantee

• BJ’s coupons + manufacturers’ coupons: Members can combine BJ’s coupons with many manufacturers’ coupons to maximize savings

• BJ’s Gas: Members can fill up at any BJ’s Gas station at low prices. Plus, members can save even more through BJ’s Fuel Savers Program

Learn more at BJs.com/Waxahachie.

About BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs focused on delivering significant value to its members and serving a shared purpose: “We take care of the families who depend on us.” The company provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 264 clubs and 205 BJ’s Gas^® locations in 22 states. For more information, please visit us at BJs.com or on Facebook, or Instagram.

About North Texas Food Bank

North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a leading nonprofit organization that fights hunger and provides children, older adults and families in North Texas with access to nutritious food. For over 40 years, we have been at the forefront of hunger relief, committed to ensuring that no one in our community lacks access to healthy food. Our extensive network of nearly 500 food pantries and community organizations, volunteers, and donors enables us to deliver more than 116 million physical meals annually to those in need. Beyond just addressing hunger, we focus on nourishing lives by offering nutrition education, investing in our network partners, innovating solutions to eliminate hunger and advocating for policies that tackle the root causes of food insecurity. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, highlighting our strong governance, integrity, and financial stability. As a proud member of Feeding America, the nation’s largest hunger relief network, we are committed to ensuring everyone in North Texas has the nourishment needed to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. For more information, visit ntfb.org or connect with us on social media @NorthTexasFoodBank.

All BJ’s memberships are subject to BJ’s current membership terms; ask in-club or visit BJs.com/terms.

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U.S. Enterprises Structure SAP Modernization with Measurable Value Checkpoints

Companies facing ERP transition deadlines embrace step-by-step approaches to minimize disruptions, ISG Provider Lens^® report says

STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Many U.S. enterprises are dividing SAP transformation programs into manageable phases with milestones that demonstrate business outcomes, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.

The 2026 ISG Provider Lens^® SAP Ecosystem report for the U.S. finds that organizations are preparing for the end of mainstream SAP ECC support by carrying out controlled modernization strategies, often using AI, that balance transformation goals with operational continuity. Enterprises are sequencing programs into waves that each create incremental value, limiting the disruption of core processes. This approach reflects growing pressure from executive leadership to ensure accountability, cost discipline and measurable returns on large-scale technology investments.

“U.S. enterprises are no longer pursuing SAP transformation for its own sake but are aligning every step with measurable results,” Bill Huber, partner, ISG Digital Platforms and Solutions. “They are taking a disciplined approach that reduces risk while maintaining their momentum toward modern, AI-enabled ERP environments.”

As enterprises face the discontinuation of mainstream support for existing SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) systems in 2027, those in highly regulated sectors in the U.S. are accelerating migration to SAP S/4HANA to meet stringent compliance requirements. Those in less regulated industries, such as manufacturing, are more likely to defer migration decisions and consider buying extended support or third-party maintenance until 2030.

Companies are integrating new technologies into SAP environments to enhance system performance while retaining the ability to adapt to rapidly changing business conditions. AI adoption is expanding into production-level use cases to improve efficiency and reliability, including automated testing, incident resolution and system monitoring. Strategies are evolving toward standardized ERP cores supported by modern data and integration layers that enable flexibility and scalability. To simplify updates and maintenance, enterprises are reducing customization by building extensions outside the core environment using SAP Business Technology Platform.

U.S. companies with SAP are looking for clear choices among greenfield, brownfield and selective data transformation. Many large enterprises with complex environments are pursuing selective modernization instead of full system replacement due to heightened sensitivity to operational risk and the need for continuity. Meanwhile, SAP is targeting the midmarket for greenfield projects through the GROW with SAP program, ISG says.

“AI is central to SAP modernization for U.S. enterprises, but the need for operational resilience guides their strategies and execution,” said Tarun Nathooram Vaid, principal analyst at ISG and lead author of the report. “Service providers play a key role by supporting structured transitions and helping clients navigate the complexity of SAP transformations.”

The report also explores other trends affecting SAP adoption in the U.S., including growing demand for industry-specific accelerators and an increasing focus on data quality and integration as foundations for long-term transformation success.

For more insights into the SAP-related challenges faced by enterprises in the U.S., along with ISG’s advice for addressing them, see the ISG Provider Lens Focal Points briefing here.

The report evaluates the capabilities of 44 providers across five quadrants: SAP S/4HANA Transformation — Large Accounts, SAP S/4HANA Transformation — Midmarket, SAP Application Managed Services, SAP Business AI and Business Technology Platform (BTP) Services and Managed Cloud Services for SAP ERP.

It names Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, HCLTech, Infosys, TCS and Wipro as Leaders in four quadrants each. Deloitte, EY, IBM and LTM are named as Leaders in three quadrants each, and DXC Technology and Tech Mahindra are named as Leaders in two quadrants each. The report names Atos, Birlasoft, Cognitus, Hexaware, Hitachi Digital Services, Kyndryl, NTT DATA and Syntax as Leaders in one quadrant each.

In addition, Atos, DXC Technology, Hitachi Digital Services, KaarTech, NTT DATA and Syntax are recognized as Rising Stars — companies with a “promising portfolio” and “high future potential” by ISG’s definition — in one quadrant each.

In the area of customer experience, Infosys is named the global ISG CX Star Performer for 2026 among SAP ecosystem providers. Infosys earned the highest customer satisfaction scores in ISG’s Voice of the Customer survey, part of the ISG Star of Excellence™ program, the premier quality recognition for the technology and business services industry.

Customized versions of the report are available from Hexaware, Kyndryl and TechWave.

The 2026 ISG Provider Lens SAP Ecosystem report for the U.S. is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage.

About ISG

ISG (Nasdaq: III) is a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm. A trusted partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the world’s top 100 enterprises, ISG is a long-time leader in technology and business services that is now at the forefront of leveraging AI to help organizations achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm, founded in 2006, is known for its proprietary market data and research, in-depth knowledge and governance of provider ecosystems, and the expertise of its 1,500 professionals worldwide working together to help clients maximize the value of their technology investments.

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INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Software Internet Electronic Design Automation Consulting Artificial Intelligence Data Management Professional Services Technology

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Comstock Announces ParkX Entry Into Hospitality With Two Starbucks Locations

CHCI’s rapidly growing services platform ventures into food & beverage space

RESTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHCI) (“Comstock”), a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C., region, today announced that ParkX Management (“ParkX”) has assumed management responsibilities for two separate Starbucks-licensed locations within Comstock’s two premier mixed-use, transit oriented developments – Reston Station in Reston, Virginia, and Loudoun Station in Ashburn, Virginia. The move marks ParkX’s entry into hospitality and food and beverage management, representing their latest new service offering and a significant milestone in the real estate service platform’s strategic growth plan.

ParkX is one of Comstock’s primary real estate service and property management subsidiaries, providing parking management, security, janitorial services, consulting services, and more to a diverse and growing list of real estate owners and developers across the Washington, D.C., region. With a track record of delivering measurable results across a wide range of properties and environments, ParkX has established itself as a best-in-class operator that is known for delivering extraordinary consumer experiences and exceptional customer service.

“Our expansion into food & beverage services with these two Starbucks locations is an exciting step for ParkX and strategic expansion of our service offerings,” said Dylan Clemente, President of ParkX Management. “The skilled and knowledgeable teams we deploy have extensive experience and a deep commitment to enhance the performance of all the assets that we manage. We are proud to play an even larger role in shaping the positive experience that Reston Station and Loudoun Station continue to offer to residents, tenants, and the surrounding communities.”

Reston Station and Loudoun Station are two of the most prominent mixed-use, transit-oriented developments in the Mid-Atlantic region, serving thousands of commuters, residents, and visitors daily. Reston Station surrounds the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station on Metro’s Silver Line, while Loudoun Station anchors the western terminus of the Silver Line in Ashburn.

For more information about ParkX, please visit ParkXManagement.com.

About Comstock

Founded in 1985, Comstock is a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C., region. With a managed portfolio comprising approximately 10 million square feet at full build-out and including stabilized and development assets strategically located at key Metro stations, Comstock is at the forefront of the urban transformation taking place in the fastest-growing segments of one of the nation’s best real estate markets. Comstock’s developments include some of the largest and most prominent mixed-use and transit-oriented projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, as well as multiple large-scale public-private partnership developments. For more information, please visit Comstock.com.

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CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc. Announces Stock Repurchase Plan

ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc. (“CoastalSouth” or the “Company”) (NYSE: COSO), the holding company for Coastal States Bank (the “Bank” or “CSB”), today reported that its Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase plan (the “2026 Repurchase Plan”), pursuant to which the Company may purchase, from time to time, up to an aggregate amount of $15 million of its shares of common stock. The 2026 Repurchase Plan will become effective on May 1, 2026, and will expire on April 30, 2027, unless extended by the Board.

Repurchases under the 2026 Repurchase Plan may be made from time to time in the open market, by accelerated share repurchase programs, in privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise in compliance with Rule 10b-18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), in each case subject to applicable regulatory requirements and other factors that may be considered by the Company in its sole discretion. Repurchases may also be made pursuant to a trading plan under Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act, which would permit shares to be repurchased when the Company might otherwise be precluded from doing so because of self-imposed trading blackout periods or other regulatory restrictions. The 2026 Repurchase Program does not obligate the Company to repurchase any particular amount of common stock and may be extended, modified, amended, suspended, or discontinued by the Board at any time.

About CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc.

CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Coastal States Bank, a South Carolina state-chartered commercial bank, it offers a full range of banking products and services designed for businesses, real estate professionals, and consumers looking for a deep and meaningful relationship with their bank. To learn more about Coastal States Bank, visit www.coastalstatesbank.com.

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