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CHANDLER, Ariz. - Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ:CMTL), a communications technology provider with a market capitalization of $74 million, announced Wednesday three new leadership appointments within its Satellite and Space Communications segment as part of the company’s ongoing transformation strategy. According to InvestingPro data, the company’s stock has seen a significant decline of over 35% in the past six months, highlighting the urgency of its transformation efforts.
The communications technology provider has named Steve Black as Chief Operating Officer, Mark Dale as Chief Technology Officer, and Brent Norman as Chief Financial Officer for the segment. All three executives will report to Daniel Gizinski, President of the Satellite and Space Communications segment. These appointments come at a crucial time, as InvestingPro analysis shows the company faces significant operational challenges, with revenue declining by 12% over the last twelve months and analysts forecasting further sales decline this year.
Black, who joined in May, previously served as Vice President and General Manager of General Dynamics’ Advanced Manufacturing Group. Dale was promoted from his role as Senior Technical Fellow at Comtech in June, bringing nearly three decades of experience in satellite and broadband wireless communications. Norman, also appointed in June, previously held financial leadership positions at General Dynamics and L3Harris.
"Under Daniel’s leadership, the transformation of our S&S business is progressing very well, and we are now well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities and further improvements in operational execution," said Ken Traub, Chairman and CEO of Comtech.
The appointments align with Comtech’s transformation strategy announced in January 2025, which focuses on enhancing the operational structure of the segment to deliver next-generation satellite communications systems to commercial and government customers globally.
Black will oversee operational processes across the segment, while Dale will lead engineering teams in designing next-generation satellite communications solutions. Norman will manage financial reporting, planning, and regulatory compliance for the segment.
According to the company’s press release statement, these leadership changes reflect Comtech’s commitment to strengthening its ability to deliver advanced communications solutions to global customers. With an overall Financial Health Score rated as ’WEAK’ by InvestingPro, which offers comprehensive analysis through its Pro Research Report covering 1,400+ US equities, these leadership changes could be crucial for the company’s turnaround efforts. InvestingPro identifies several additional challenges and opportunities for the company, with 10+ additional exclusive insights available to subscribers.
In other recent news, Comtech Telecommunications Corp. reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, marking a return to positive cash flow for the first time in eight quarters. The company achieved consolidated net sales of $126.8 million, which is slightly down from $128.1 million the previous year. Despite this dip in revenue, Comtech’s gross margin improved to 30.7%, up from 30.4% last year. The company also reported an adjusted EBITDA of $12.6 million, an increase from $11.9 million year-over-year. Comtech’s strategic initiatives, including workforce reductions that cut annual labor costs by $33 million, have been a focus. Analysts from firms such as B. Riley have shown interest in Comtech’s product development and strategic direction. The company has also been working on initiatives to streamline operations and focus on high-margin products, which may contribute to future growth. These developments reflect Comtech’s ongoing efforts to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
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