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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (NASDAQ: SGRP) (\u201cSPAR,\u201d \u201cSPAR Group\u201d or the \u201cCompany\u201d), an innovative services company offering comprehensive merchandising, marketing, and distribution solutions to retailers and brands throughout the United States and Canada, today announced the appointment of William Linnane as its Chief Executive Officer. Linnane, who has served as President and Interim CEO since earlier this year, assumes the permanent CEO role, effective immediately. In conjunction with the appointment, Linnane also joins the Company\u2019s Board of Directors.<\/p>\n

\u201cWilliam has demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and a strong dedication to SPAR\u2019s mission, clients, and associates throughout his tenure as interim CEO,\u201d said James Gillis<\/strong>, Executive Chairman of the SPAR Group Board of Directors. \u201cHis proven experience and success in prior executive roles at SPAR give the Board complete confidence in his ability to lead the Company through its next phase of growth and innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m excited and honored to continue leading this exceptional team,\u201d said William Linnane<\/strong>, President and Chief Executive Officer of SPAR Group. \u201cOur goal is to transform retail innovation into measurable results as we accelerate growth and execute our strategic plan to build a structurally leaner, more profitable business. This new chapter marks a turning point for SPAR Group \u2014 we are scaling a world-class organization built for performance, and I\u2019m confident we\u2019ll surpass our key financial goals in 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n About\u00a0SPAR Group, Inc.<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

SPAR Group is an innovative services company offering comprehensive merchandising, marketing and distribution solutions to retailers and brands throughout the United States and Canada. We provide the resources and analytics that improve brand experiences and transform retail spaces. We offer a unique combination of scale and flexibility with a passion for client results that separates us from the competition. For more information, please visit the SPAR Group\u2019s website at\u00a0http:\/\/www.sparinc.com<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n Investor Relations Contact:<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

Sandy Martin or Phillip Kupper
Three Part Advisors
214-616-2207
smartin@threepa.com<\/a>; pkupper@threepa.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (NASDAQ: SGRP) (\u201cSPAR,\u201d \u201cSPAR Group\u201d or the \u201cCompany\u201d), an innovative services company offering comprehensive merchandising, marketing, and distribution solutions to retailers and brands throughout the United States and Canada, today announced the appointment of William Linnane as its Chief Executive Officer. Linnane, who has served as President and Interim CEO since earlier this year, assumes the permanent CEO role, effective immediately. In conjunction with the appointment, Linnane also joins the Company\u2019s Board of Directors. \u201cWilliam has demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and a strong dedication to SPAR\u2019s mission, clients, and associates throughout his tenure as interim CEO,\u201d said James Gillis, Executive Chairman of the SPAR Group Board of Directors. \u201cHis proven experience … <\/p>\n

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