LSI Graphic Solutions Announces Appointment of New National Sales Manager.

NORTH CANTON, May 12, 2016 – LSI Industries Inc. has added Tyler Cobb as a National Sales Manager to take on business development responsibility and to aid in the further growth of the LSI Graphics Segment.

       Cobb joins LSI Industries with 20+ years of experience in the signage industry where he has demonstrated expertise in all aspects of the signage manufacturing industry including production, installation, servicing and sales. His list of past industry related roles such as Lead Sign Maintenance Technician, Lead Installer, Director of Estimating, Purchasing Director and Director of Sales and Market Development for some of the industry’s leading sign manufacturers has ensured his proficiency in signage marketing strategy, product positioning and sales support. Cobb also brings his extensive industry knowledge to the LSI team along with the relationships he has built working within the financial, hotel, restaurant, casino, government and retail industries throughout the past decades.

       Buddy Mayo, Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Graphics Division, commented, “Tyler’s extensive background in the signage industry is a perfect fit for our strategic positioning within the graphics market. His past results are truly impressive, and we are excited to combine his skills with LSI’s extensive capabilities.”

       Cobb is an alumnus of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he has earned both a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology and a Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science. He began his signage career in 1991 at ABC Sign and Lighting as Lead Sign Maintenance Technician. Over the years Cobb has been involved with several signage firms including Crawford Sign, Sign Crafters, Burton Signworks and Pro Image Wholesale.

About LSI Graphic Solutions and LSI Industries Inc.:

       LSI Graphic Solutions, headquartered in North Canton, OH and a division of LSI Industries Inc., is a leading visual image company helping global brands and retailers create strong brand identities and meaningful customer experiences through custom interior and exterior environmental graphics and décor programs, unique architectural elements and displays, illuminated graphics and systems, digital engagement solutions and turnkey program management and implementation services.

       LSI Industries Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer concentrating on serving customers in North America and Latin America with superior Image Solutions through world-class lighting, graphics, and technology capabilities. The company’s major markets include commercial / industrial lighting, petroleum / convenience store and multi-site retail (including automobile dealerships, restaurants and national retail accounts). Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, LSI has facilities in Ohio, Kansas, Kentucky, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island and Texas. The Company’s common shares are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select market under the symbol LYTS. For more information visit www.lsi-industries.com

Contact:

Melanie Tamulewicz

Marketing Manager

LSI Graphic Solutions

(330) 494-9444 x2035

melanie.tamulewicz@lsi-industries.com