Data I/O Corporation announced that Mr. Edward Smith has joined the Board of Directors of Data I/O, effective February, 23, 2022. Mr. Smith is the CEO of SMTC Corporation, a global Electronics Manufacturing Services (“EMS”) provider focused on partnering with leading original equipment manufacturers and emerging technology companies to provide the full range of end-to-end EMS services, from prototyping and design, to manufacturing and logistics. The addition of Mr. Smith expands Data I/O's Board of Directors to 6, with 5 members being independent.