Dycom Industries, Inc. Appoints Phillip R. Gallagher to Board of Directors

Core Viewpoint - Dycom Industries, Inc. has appointed Phillip R. Gallagher to its Board of Directors, effective October 7, 2025, bringing significant industry expertise and operational insight to the company [1][3][4]. Company Overview - Dycom Industries is a leading provider of specialty contracting services to the telecommunications infrastructure and utility industries in the United States, offering services such as program management, planning, engineering, design, construction, maintenance, and fulfillment for telecommunications providers [6][7]. Appointment Details - Phillip R. Gallagher is currently the CEO of Avnet, Inc., a Fortune 500 global technology distributor, and has extensive experience in various leadership roles within the company since 1982 [3][5]. - His appointment is expected to enhance Dycom's market position and contribute to long-term shareholder value [4][5]. Leadership Insights - Richard Sykes, Dycom's Independent Chairman, expressed confidence that Gallagher's industry expertise and operational experience will provide significant strategic guidance [4]. - Dan Peyovich, Dycom's President and CEO, highlighted Gallagher's ability to navigate complex markets as a tremendous asset for the company's ongoing strategy execution [4].