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CPI Card Group announces investments by its Chairman, Tricor Pacific Capital

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Dec 5, 2025 9:07 AM Eastern Standard Time

CPI Card Group Inc. Announces Investments by its Chairman and Tricor Pacific Capital

LITTLETON, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CPI Card Group Inc. (Nasdaq: PMTS) (“CPI” or the “Company”), a payments technology company and leading provider of payment cards and related digital solutions, today announced that Tricor Pacific Capital Inc. (the “Tricor Family Office”) has purchased 1.9 million shares of CPI common stock and H. Sanford (Sandy) Riley, Chairman of the Board of CPI, has purchased 0.2 million shares of CPI common stock from the Company’s significant stockholder, Parallel49 Equity, ULC (“Parallel49”), in privately negotiated transactions.

Following these transactions, Parallel49’s ownership position in CPI common stock has been reduced from 4.8 million shares (approximately 42% of shares outstanding) to 2.7 million shares (approximately 24% of shares outstanding). Parallel49 originally invested in CPI in 2007 and retained ownership of nearly 60% of outstanding shares following CPI’s IPO in 2015.

The Tricor Family Office has been an indirect investor in CPI for nearly 20 years through an investment in the Parallel49 funds. In October 2024, the Tricor Family Office initiated a direct position in CPI common stock with a purchase of 0.25 million shares in a secondary offering of CPI shares enacted by Parallel49. Following today’s announced transaction, the Tricor Family Office increased its direct ownership of CPI common stock to 2.2 million shares, or nearly 20% of shares outstanding.

“We are excited to materially increase our investment in CPI, as we believe the company provides significant opportunities and a promising growth trajectory,” said Rod Senft, Chairman of the Tricor Family Office. “This investment strengthens our commitment to CPI and its leadership team and underscores our confidence in the company’s strategy. We look forward to supporting CPI for years to come to ensure governance continuity and strong alignment to drive shareholder value.”

Sandy Riley, Chairman of the Board of CPI, said “We are delighted to have Rod Senft and the Tricor Family Office’s expanded commitment to support the execution of CPI’s strategy. My increased personal investment also demonstrates my continued confidence in CPI’s future prospects.”

“We are extremely pleased to have the support of Rod Senft and the Tricor Family Office and our Chairman, Sandy Riley, as we execute our strategy to grow and diversify the business, including through digital solutions expansion,” said John Lowe, President and CEO of CPI. “We believe this transaction will support our shareholders, as the purchase of these shares by committed investors helps provide greater clarity on our long-term ownership structure.”

Pursuant to the transactions, CPI’s Board of Directors has approved the grant of share registration and director nomination rights to the Tricor Family Office. The Tricor Family Office and H. Sanford Riley have also entered into lock-up agreements with the Company, restricting the sale or disposal of shares acquired in this transaction for a one-year period from the date of the agreement.

About CPI Card Group Inc.

CPI Card Group is a payments technology company providing a comprehensive range of payment cards and related digital solutions. With a focus on building personal relationships and earning trust, we help our customers navigate the constantly evolving world of payments, while delivering innovative solutions that spark connections and support their brands. We serve clients across industry, size, and scale through our team of experienced, dedicated employees, our network of technology and card service providers, and our high-security production facilities, all located in the United States. CPI is committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations, transforming our industry, and enhancing the way people pay every day. Learn more at www.cpicardgroup.com.

About Tricor Pacific Capital

Tricor Pacific Capital is a Vancouver-based, family-owned investment firm that partners for the long term with well managed, enduring businesses. With over 30 years of experience and more than 100 private company investments, Tricor provides its own capital and operating expertise to help companies grow while preserving their legacy and values.

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Source: Company press release.

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