Director since 2024 Age 60 Mr. DeGaynor has served as our President and Chief Executive Officer since July 2024. Prior to joining Methode, Mr. DeGaynor served as President and CEO of Stoneridge, Inc., a publicly traded global designer and manufacturer of highly engineered electrical and electronic systems, components, and modules for the automotive, commercial, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets, from 2015 to 2023. Prior to joining Stoneridge, Mr. DeGaynor was Vice President of Strategic Planning and Innovation at Guardian Industries Corp., a manufacturer of industrial glass and other building products for commercial, residential, and automotive applications. From 2008 to 2014, he served as Vice President of Business Development and Managing Director of Asia for SRG Global, Inc., a Guardian company and manufacturer of chrome plated parts for the automotive, commercial truck and consumer goods industries. From 2005 to 2008, Mr. DeGaynor was the Chief Operating Officer, International for Autocam Corporation, a manufacturer of precision-machine components for the automotive industry. Mr. DeGaynor s strategic view, industry expertise and quality of leadership bring important perspectives to our Board.