SCKT 8-K
Socket Mobile, Inc. (SCKT)
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Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
Appointment of Independent Director
On August 3, 2026, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Socket Mobile, Inc. (the "Company") appointed David Holmes to serve as a member of the Board, effective immediately.
Mr. Holmes has served as the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer since June 12, 2026. Biographical information regarding Mr. Holmes was previously disclosed in the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 12, 2026, and is incorporated herein by reference.
There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Holmes and any other person pursuant to which he was appointed as a director. There are no transactions involving Mr. Holmes that require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
Mr. Holmes will not receive any additional compensation for his service as a director beyond the compensation he receives in his capacity as the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer.
On August 4, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing Mr. Holmes' appointment to the Board of Directors. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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| 99.1 | Press release dated August 4, 2026, announcing the appointment of Mr. David Holmes to the Company’s Board of Directors. | |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| SOCKET MOBILE, INC. | |||
| Date: August 5, 2026 | /s/ Lynn Zhao | ||
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Name: Lynn Zhao Vice President, Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer | |||
Exhibit 99.1
Socket Mobile Appoints David A. Holmes to Board of Directors
FREMONT, Calif., – August 4, 2026 – Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced workplace productivity, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed David A. Holmes, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, to serve as a member of the Board of Directors, effective August 3, 2026.
Mr. Holmes was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer in June 2026 and has led the Company's efforts to strengthen operational execution, manage costs, and advance its strategic priorities. As a member of the Board, he will contribute his operational expertise and leadership experience to the Company's long-term strategy and governance.
"We are pleased to welcome Dave to the Board of Directors," said Charlie Bass, Chairman of the Board. "Since becoming CEO, Dave has demonstrated strong leadership and a clear focus on executing the Company's strategic objectives. We look forward to his continued contributions in his expanded role."
"I am honored to join the Board of Directors," said Mr. Holmes. "I look forward to working closely with my fellow directors as we continue executing our strategy, serving our customers, and creating long-term value for our stockholders."
About Socket Mobile, Inc.
Socket Mobile is a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced productivity in workforce mobilization. Socket Mobile’s revenue is primarily driven by the deployment of third-party barcode-enabled mobile applications that integrate Socket Mobile’s cordless barcode scanners and contactless readers/writers. Mobile Applications servicing the specialty retailer, field service, digital ID, transportation, and manufacturing markets are the primary revenue drivers. Socket Mobile has a network of thousands of developers who use its software developer tools to add sophisticated data capture to their mobile applications. Socket Mobile is headquartered in Fremont, Calif., and can be reached at +1-510-933-3000 or www.socketmobile.com (AU, EMEA, UK). Follow Socket Mobile on LinkedIn, X, and keep up with our latest News and Updates (AU, EMEA, UK).
| Socket Mobile Investor Contact: |
| Lynn Zhao |
| Chief Financial Officer |
| 510-933-3016 |
| [email protected] |
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