Lakeland Fire + Safety Names Lee D. Rudow to Its Board of Directors

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Lakeland Fire + Safety, a division of Lakeland Industries, Inc. and a global leader in manufacturing protective clothing and safety gear, has announced the appointment of Lee D. Rudow to its Board of Directors, effective April 9, 2026, marking an important step in the company’s strategic growth initiatives.

Experienced Industrial Leader Joins Lakeland’s Board

Lee D. Rudow brings more than 33 years of experience in executive leadership, sales management, and strategic operations across industrial companies, startups, and private equity-backed firms. His broad background and expertise make him a valuable addition to Lakeland’s Board of Directors, which now comprises eight members, seven of whom are independent.

Career and Leadership Highlights

Rudow currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Transcat, Inc., a Nasdaq-listed provider of calibration services and equipment, where he has led the company for over 14 years. During his tenure at Transcat, Rudow oversaw a period of consistent growth and major acquisitions, delivering an impressive streak of 67 consecutive quarters of year-over-year service revenue increases.

He has announced his planned retirement from Transcat, effective March 28, 2026, as part of a planned leadership transition.

Previously, Rudow held senior leadership roles including Vice President at SIMCO Electronics, Inc., President and CEO of Davis Calibration, Inc., and President of Davis Instruments Corp. His career reflects deep experience in operational management and business growth across multiple industrial sectors.

Leadership Vision and Strategic Contribution

Jim Jenkins, President and CEO of Lakeland Industries, expressed that Rudow’s addition to the Board will enhance the company’s strategic execution and growth, especially in areas of operations, mergers and acquisitions, and global scaling of the Fire and Industrial platforms. Jenkins highlighted their prior collaboration at Transcat and emphasized Rudow’s firsthand understanding of executing complex business strategies.

Rudow commented on his new role, expressing pride in joining the Board at a critical moment as Lakeland works to build a premier global fire protection brand with an expanding range of protective gear for workers, first responders, and communities. He indicated his intent to support the company’s growth in both portfolio and capabilities.

About Lakeland Fire + Safety

Lakeland Fire + Safety is a leading manufacturer and provider of protective apparel and safety solutions for industrial users, healthcare professionals, and first responders worldwide. The company offers a full suite of fire and industrial protective clothing, accessories, and complementary services such as decontamination, repair, and rentals.

Its products are distributed globally through a network of in-house sales teams, customer service representatives, and independent partners, serving industries including petrochemical, automotive, construction, laboratories, and government emergency services. Lakeland’s protective solutions are utilized in over 50 countries internationally.

Forward-Looking Statements

The press release also includes a “Safe Harbor” statement noting that forward-looking comments regarding future performance, strategies, and goals are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from expectations.

For more information about Lakeland Fire + Safety and its products, visit the company’s website at www.lakeland.com.

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