DLH Holdings Appoints Kathryn JohnBull CEO and Steve Oroho CFO as 16-Year CEO Parker Retires
DLHC•DLH Holdings CEO Zach Parker will retire on June 30, 2026 after 16 years and shift to board advisor and consultant roles. Board names longtime CFO Kathryn JohnBull (since 2012) as CEO and promotes Steve Oroho (finance VP since 2018) to CFO and Treasurer.
1. CEO Transition
Zach Parker will retire as Chief Executive Officer and President of DLH Holdings on June 30, 2026, after 16 years leading the company. He will remain on the Board as an advisor until the end of the fiscal year and serve as a consultant in fiscal 2027 to support strategic growth initiatives.
2. Kathryn JohnBull Named CEO
Kathryn JohnBull, who joined DLH as CFO in 2012 and oversaw the company’s acquisition strategy, capital markets activities and financial operations, has been appointed CEO and President. The Board cited her financial discipline, public-company leadership experience and deep understanding of the government services market as key qualifications for guiding DLH’s next phase.
3. Steve Oroho Promoted to CFO
Steve Oroho, DLH’s Senior Vice President of Finance & Accounting since 2018, has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. In his new role, he will lead accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax and investor relations to support the company’s strategic and financial objectives.
