KUSTOM ENTERTAINMENT TO HIGHLIGHT STRATEGIC PROGRESS AT THE 16th ANNUAL LD MICRO INVITATIONAL
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Kustom Entertainment (NASDAQ: KUST) announced CEO Stanton E. Ross will present at the 16th Annual LD Micro Invitational, May 17–19, 2026 in Los Angeles. The presentation will cover the January 2026 rebrand and ticker change to KUST, recent divestiture activity, event growth plans including Country Stampede's 30th anniversary, a newly announced fourth concert day in 2026, expansion of the owned-event portfolio, and TicketSmarter's Forbes Advisor recognition. Ross will be available for one-on-one investor meetings; attendees should register with LD Micro to request meetings or attend the on-site presentation.
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News Market Reaction – KUST
In the Apr 27 session, KUST declined 1.04%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20 | Event expansion plans | Positive | +1.5% | Announcement of adding a fourth concert day and finalized 30th Anniversary lineup. |
| Apr 20 | Reverse stock split | Neutral | +1.5% | 1-for-5 reverse split and share reduction to support Nasdaq bid price compliance. |
| Apr 17 | Asset sale terms | Positive | +1.0% | Revised agreement to sell legacy video solutions segment for $5.5M mix of cash and note. |
| Apr 13 | Annual results update | Positive | +8.2% | Report of higher revenue, improved net loss, divestiture progress and event lineup details. |
| Mar 03 | Subscription contract win | Positive | -6.0% | Three-year Digital Ally body camera subscription with a large Kansas City health system. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent fundamentally positive news (divestitures, financial improvement, event expansion) has often seen modest positive price reactions, with one notable negative divergence on a contract win.
Over the last few months, Kustom Entertainment has reported several strategic steps, including the sale of its RCM business, improved fiscal 2025 results, and a revised agreement to sell its legacy video solutions segment for $5,500,000. It also announced a 1-for-5 reverse stock split and plans for a fourth concert day tied to the 30th Anniversary Country Stampede in June 2026. Compared with those operational and capital-structure milestones, today’s conference-focused update mainly reiterates the strategic transformation and 2026 outlook.
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Management to Highlight Strategic Transformation, Live Event Growth and 2026 Outlook -
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., April 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kustom Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: KUST), a leader in live event production and ticketing technology, today announced that Chief Executive Officer Stanton E. Ross will present at the 16th Annual LD Micro Invitational, taking place May 17–19, 2026, at the Luxe Sunset Blvd. Hotel in Los Angeles, California.
At LD Micro, Kustom plans to outline the strategic progress driving its evolution into a more focused live entertainment and ticketing company. Topics expected to be highlighted during the presentation include:
- January 2026 rebrand to Kustom Entertainment and ticker change to KUST
- Nobility Healthcare divestiture and revised Cycurion Memorandum Of Understanding
- 30th Anniversary of Country Stampede
- Recently announced fourth major concert day in 2026
- Expansion of Kustom’s owned-event portfolio throughout 2026
- TicketSmarter’s recent Forbes Advisor recognition
Ross will also be available for one-on-one meetings with investors during the conference. Investors and analysts interested in meeting directly with Ross are encouraged to register with LD Micro and submit a meeting request through the conference platform in advance or attend Kustom’s presentation on site.
“We believe the industry is at an inflection point,” said Ross. “Fans want fair pricing. Artists want partners who prioritize experience over scale. Our mission is to rebuild trust in live events, from ticket purchase to the final encore.”
Presentation Highlights
The presentation is expected to provide additional detail on the strategic steps that have reshaped Kustom into a more focused live entertainment and ticketing company. The Company plans to discuss its January 2026 rebrand from Digital Ally, Inc. to Kustom Entertainment, Inc., along with its Nasdaq ticker change to KUST, as a defining step in aligning its public identity with its long-term operating strategy.
The presentation is also expected to address actions taken to streamline the business and sharpen that focus, including the completed divestiture of Kustom’s Nobility Healthcare business and the revised non-binding memorandum of understanding with Cycurion related to the planned sale of its legacy video solutions segment. Kustom believes these actions reflect a broader effort to simplify operations, concentrate resources on higher-growth opportunities, and strengthen its positioning within the live entertainment and ticketing market.
In addition, Kustom expects to highlight momentum across its live event platform, beginning with the upcoming 30th anniversary of Country Stampede in June, which remains the Company’s flagship event and a cornerstone of its entertainment strategy. The presentation is also expected to address the recently announced plans to add a fourth major concert day later in 2026, as well as the broader objective of expanding Kustom’s owned-event portfolio throughout the year.
Kustom also plans to highlight TicketSmarter’s recent recognition by Forbes Advisor, which the Company believes underscores the strength of its ticketing platform and supports its broader strategy of pairing owned live events with a differentiated proprietary ticketing business.
Taken together, these initiatives represent more than near-term event growth and reflect the foundation of Kustom’s broader 2026 outlook. By combining strategic divestitures, a clearer brand identity, and continued expansion in live events, the Company expects to present a more focused operating model designed to support long-term growth in live entertainment and proprietary ticketing.
About Kustom Entertainment, Inc.
Kustom Entertainment, Inc. is a leader in live event production and ticketing technology, specializing in large-scale music festivals and end-to-end event management. Its flagship event, Country Stampede, is held annually at the Azura Amphitheater in Bonner Springs, Kansas. For additional information, please visit www.kustoment.com
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements made in this press release that are not descriptions of historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or such assumptions prove incorrect, our business, operating results, financial condition, and stock price could be materially negatively affected. You should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are based on the information currently available to us and speak only as of today’s date. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the Company’s performance or achievements to be materially different from any expected future results, performance, or achievements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company assumes no duty to update forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Actual future results, performance or achievements may differ materially from historical results or those anticipated depending on a variety of factors, some of which are beyond the control of the Company, including, but not limited to, the risks described from time to time in the Company’s periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, the risks described in the Company’s 2025 Annual Report on Form 10-K under the captions “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” (as applicable). These factors should be considered carefully, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. All information is current as of the date this press release is issued, and the Company undertakes no duty to update this information.
For Additional Information, Please Contact:
Stanton E. Ross, CEO at (913) 456-5878
