Culp Inc. Appoints Activist Investor's General Counsel to Board and Strategy Committee

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Culp Inc. has appointed Mark Wilson, General Counsel for activist investor 22NW Fund, LP, to its Board of Directors and Strategy Committee, fulfilling terms of a prior Cooperation Agreement.

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• New Director Appointed

  Mark Wilson was elected to the Board of Directors, effective January 23, 2026, filling a vacancy created by a December 11, 2025 resignation.

• Activist Investor Representation

  Mr. Wilson serves as General Counsel for 22NW Fund, LP, an activist investor, and his appointment is pursuant to a Cooperation Agreement dated June 6, 2025.

• Strategic Committee Role

  Mr. Wilson has been appointed to the company's Strategy Committee, indicating potential influence on future strategic direction.

• Director Compensation

  He will receive an annual cash retainer of $55,000 (prorated for fiscal 2026) and an annual equity grant of restricted stock units valued at $55,000 after the 2026 annual meeting.

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The appointment of Mark Wilson, General Counsel for activist investor 22NW Fund, LP, to Culp Inc.'s Board of Directors and Strategy Committee is a significant development. This move, made pursuant to a Cooperation Agreement, signals increased shareholder influence and potential strategic shifts for the company. For a micro-cap company like Culp Inc., changes in board composition, especially with activist representation, can have a material impact on future operational and financial direction, potentially driving value creation initiatives.