# EDGAR Filing Document

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**Filing Date:** 2023-2
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**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001393883-23-000062

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 10-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 93

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20221231

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20230210

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20230210

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** DHI GROUP, INC.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001393883
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC [7389]
- **IRS NUMBER:** 203179218
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** DE
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 10-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-33584
- **FILM NUMBER:** 23613094

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 6465 SOUTH GREENWOOD PLAZA
- **STREET 2:** SUITE 400
- **CITY:** CENTENNIAL
- **STATE:** CO
- **ZIP:** 80111
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 212-448-6605

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 6465 SOUTH GREENWOOD PLAZA
- **STREET 2:** SUITE 400
- **CITY:** CENTENNIAL
- **STATE:** CO
- **ZIP:** 80111

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** DICE HOLDINGS, INC.
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 20070321

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549**

______________________________________________

**FORM 10-K**

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**(Mark One)**

☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

**For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022** 

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**OR**

☐ TRANSITION PERIOD PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

**FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; TO &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**

**Commission File Number: 001-33584**

______________________________________________

**DHI Group, Inc.**

**(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its Charter)**

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|:---|:---|
| **Delaware** | **20-3179218** |
| **(State or other jurisdiction of<br>incorporation or organization)** | **(I.R.S. Employer<br>Identification No.)** |
| **6465 South Greenwood Plaza, Suite 400** | |
| **Centennial, Colorado** | **80111** |
| **(Address of principal executive offices)** | **(Zip Code)** |

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**(212) 448-6605**

**(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)**

**Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:**

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Title of each class** | **Trading Symbol(s)** | **Name of each exchange on which registered** |
| Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share | DHX | New York Stock Exchange |

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**Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:**

**None**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______________________________________________

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Yes ☐ No ☑

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ☐ No ☑

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Yes ☑ No ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Yes ☑&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No ☐

If securities are registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act, indicate by check mark whether the financial statements of the registrant included in the filing reflect the correction of an error to previously issued financial statements. ☐

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Indicate by check mark whether any of those error corrections are restatements that required a recovery analysis of incentive-based compensation received by any of the registrant's executive officers during the relevant recovery period pursuant to §240.10D-1(b). ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See definition of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," "non-accelerated filer," "smaller reporting company" and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

**Large accelerated filer** ☐ **Accelerated filer** ☑ **Non-accelerated filer** ☐ **Smaller Reporting Company** ☑

**Emerging Growth Company** ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management's assessment of the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☑

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Yes ☐&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No ☑

The aggregate market value of common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was approximately $209,000,000 as of June 30, 2022, the last business day of the registrant's second fiscal quarter of 2022. For the purpose of the foregoing calculation only, all directors and executive officers of the registrant and owners, if any, of more than 10% of the registrant's common stock are assumed to be affiliates of the registrant. This determination of affiliate status is not necessarily conclusive for any other purpose.

As of February 3, 2023, there were 48,602,342 shares of the registrant's common stock, par value $0.01 per share, outstanding.

**DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE**

Part III incorporates information from certain portions of the registrant's definitive proxy statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the fiscal year end of December 31, 2022.

    

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**TABLE OF CONTENTS**

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| **PART I.** | | |
| Item 1. | <u>[Business](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_16)</u> | <u>[5](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_16)</u> |
| Item 1A. | <u>[Risk Factors](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_19)</u> | <u>[15](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_19)</u> |
| Item 1B. | <u>[Unresolved Staff Comments](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_22)</u> | <u>[29](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_22)</u> |
| Item 2. | <u>[Properties](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_25)</u> | <u>[29](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_25)</u> |
| Item 3. | <u>[Legal Proceedings](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_28)</u> | <u>[29](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_28)</u> |
| Item 4. | <u>[Mine Safety Disclosures](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_31)</u> | <u>[30](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_31)</u> |
| **PART II.** |  |  |
| Item 5. | <u>[Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_37)</u> | <u>[30](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_37)</u> |
| Item 6. | <u>[Reserved](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_40)</u> | <u>[32](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_40)</u> |
| Item 7. | <u>[Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_43)</u> | <u>[32](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_43)</u> |
| Item 7A. | <u>[Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_85)</u> | <u>[54](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_85)</u> |
| Item 8. | <u>[Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_88)</u> | <u>[55](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_88)</u> |
| Item 9. | <u>[Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosures](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_199)</u> | <u>[85](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_199)</u> |
| Item 9A. | <u>[Controls and Procedures](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_202)</u> | <u>[85](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_202)</u> |
| Item 9B. | <u>[Other Information](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_208)</u> | <u>[87](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_208)</u> |
| Item 9C. | <u>[Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_211)</u> | <u>[87](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_211)</u> |
| **PART III.** |  |  |
| Item 10. | <u>[Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_217)</u> | <u>[88](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_217)</u> |
| Item 11. | <u>[Executive Compensation](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_220)</u> | <u>[88](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_220)</u> |
| Item 12. | <u>[Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_223)</u> | <u>[88](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_223)</u> |
| Item 13. | <u>[Certain Relationships and Related Transactions and Director Independence](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_226)</u> | <u>[88](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_226)</u> |
| Item 14. | <u>[Principal Accountant Fees and Services](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_229)</u> | <u>[88](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_229)</u> |
| **PART IV.** |  |  |
| Item 15. | <u>[Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_235)</u> | <u>[89](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_235)</u> |
| Item 16. | <u>[Form 10-K Summary](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_241)</u> | <u>[93](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_241)</u> |

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**NOTE CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS**

Information contained herein contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). You should not place undue reliance on those statements because they are subject to numerous uncertainties and factors relating to our operations and business environment, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. Forward-looking statements include information concerning our possible or assumed future financial condition, liquidity and results of operations, including expectations (financial or otherwise), our strategy, plans, objectives, expectations (financial or otherwise) and intentions, and growth potential. These statements often include words such as "may," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate" or similar expressions. These statements are based on assumptions that we have made in light of our experience in the industry as well as our perceptions of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors we believe are appropriate under the circumstances. Although we believe that these forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect our actual financial results or results of operations and could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to execute our tech-focused strategy;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• write-offs of goodwill, tradename and intangible assets;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• competition from existing and future competitors;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• changes in the recruiting and career services business and technologies, and the development of new products and services;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to develop and maintain our reputation and brand recognition;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to increase or maintain the number of customers who purchase recruitment packages;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to attract qualified professionals or grow the number of qualified professionals who use our websites;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• inability to successfully integrate future acquisitions or identify and consummate future acquisitions;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• misappropriation or misuse of our intellectual property, claims against us for intellectual property infringement or the failure to enforce our ownership or use of intellectual property;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure of our businesses to attract, retain and engage users;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• unfavorable decisions in proceedings related to future tax assessments;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• taxation risks in various jurisdictions for past or future sales;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• significant downturn not immediately reflected in our operating results;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our indebtedness and the potential inability to borrow funds under our Credit Agreement (as defined below);

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to incur additional debt;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• covenants in our Credit Agreement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the development and use of artificial intelligence;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to timely and efficiently scale and adapt our existing technology and network infrastructure;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• capacity constraints, systems failures or breaches of network security;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the usefulness of our candidate profiles;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• decrease in user engagement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Internet search engine methodologies and their impact on our search result rankings;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to halt the operations of websites that aggregate our data, as well as data from other companies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our reliance on third-party data hosting facilities;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• compliance with laws and regulations concerning collection, storage and use of professionals' professional and personal information;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• U.S. regulation of the internet;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• a review of strategic alternatives may occur from time to time and the possibility that such review will not result in a transaction;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• loss of key executives and technical personnel and our ability to attract and retain key executives, including our CEO;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• increases in the unemployment rate, cyclicality or downturns in the United States or worldwide economies or the industries we serve, labor shortages, or job shortages;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• litigation related to infringement or other claims regarding our services or content;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to defend ownership of our intellectual property;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• global climate change;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• compliance with changing corporate governance requirements and costs incurred in connection with being a public company;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the impact of COVID-19 or other public health issues could have on our business and financial condition and the economy in general

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• compliance with the continued listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE");

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• volatility in our stock price;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• failure to maintain internal controls over financial reporting;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• results of operations fluctuating on a quarterly and annual basis; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• disruption resulting from unsolicited offers to purchase the company.

**Summary Risk Factors**

Our business is subject to a number of risks that may prevent us from achieving our objectives, or may adversely affect our business, financial condition, operations, cash flows, and prospects. These risks are outlined and discussed more fully below and include:

**Risks Related to Our Business**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to execute our tech-focused strategy in a competitive business environment that is constantly changing;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• a write-off of all or a part of our goodwill and intangible assets may hurt our operating results;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to successfully compete against existing and future competitors;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to adapt our business model to keep pace with changes in the recruiting and career services business;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to develop and maintain our brand, attract customers and recruit new qualified users;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to increase or maintain the number of customers who purchase recruitment packages;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to attract qualified professionals to our websites or grow the number of qualified professionals who use our websites;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• acquisitions and our ability to successfully integrate acquisitions;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• misappropriation or misuse of our intellectual property, claims against us for intellectual property infringement or failure to enforce our ownership of our intellectual property;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to attract and retain users who create and post original content on our web properties;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• taxation risks in various jurisdictions and the potential for unfavorable decisions related to tax assessments;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• taxation risks impacting liability for past sales and ability to make future sales;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• a significant downturn in our customers' businesses;

**Risks Related to Our Indebtedness**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our indebtedness and our ability to borrow in case of adverse changes within the credit market;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the covenants set forth in our Credit Agreement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• we may be able to incur more debt, which could increase the risks to our financial condition;

**Risks Related to Our Technology**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the development and use of artificial intelligence;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to scale, adapt and maintain our technology and infrastructure;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• capacity constraints, systems failures or breaches of our network security;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the usefulness of our candidate profiles to our customers;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• any decrease in our user engagement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• changes in search engines' methodologies resulting in a decline in our page rankings or user engagement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to halt operations of third-party websites that aggregate our data;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our reliance on third-party hosting facilities;

**Regulatory Risks**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our compliance with laws and regulations concerning the collection, storage and use of professional and personal information, including the CPRA;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• U.S. government regulation of the Internet and taxation;

**General Risk Factors**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• potential strategic alternatives, which may result in the use of a significant amount of our management resources or significant costs;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to attract or retain key executives and personnel;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to navigate the cyclicality or downturns of the U.S. and worldwide economies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• litigation related to infringement or other claims regarding our services or content;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to defend ownership of our intellectual property;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• global climate change;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the increased costs associated with being a publicly traded company;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic or other public health issues that may arise;

**Risks Related to Ownership of Our Securities**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• compliance with the listing standards of the NYSE;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the volatility of our stock price;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to maintain internal controls over financial reporting;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the estimates and assumptions on which our financial projections are based;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the results of our operations fluctuate on a quarterly and annual basis; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• disruption resulting from unsolicited offers to purchase the Company.

**NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES**

Information contained herein contains certain non-GAAP financial measures. These measures are not in accordance with, or an alternative for, generally accepted accounting principles in the United States ("GAAP"). Such measures presented herein include Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, non-cash stock based compensation expense, impairment charges, gain or loss on investments, loss on discontinued operations, and other income or expense ("Adjusted EBITDA"), and Adjusted EBITDA Margin. See Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Non-GAAP Financial Measures," for definitions of these measures as well as reconciliations to the comparable GAAP measures.

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**PART I**

**Item 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Business**

**Introduction and Summary**

This section provides an overview of DHI Group, Inc. ("DHI" or the "Company"). Please see our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report for additional discussion regarding our results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2022.

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| (in thousands) | **FY 2022** | **FY 2021** | **Change** |
| **Revenues** | $**149680** | $**119903** | **25%** |
| **Operating income (loss)** | $**5560** | $**(1752)** | **n.m.** |
| **Income (loss) before income taxes** | $**3597** | $**(1031)** | **n.m.** |
| **Income (loss) from continuing operations**<sup>(1)</sup> | $**4176** | $**(402)** | **n.m.** |
| **Net income (loss)** | $**4176** | $**(29742)** | **n.m.** |
| **Diluted earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations**<sup>(1)</sup> | $**0.09** | $**(0.01)** | **n.m.** |
| **Diluted earnings (loss) per share** | $**0.09** | $**(0.64)** | **n.m.** |
| **Net cash flows from operating activities** | $**36035** | $**28581** | **26%** |
| Adjusted EBITDA <sup>(2)</sup> | $30950 | $26162 | 18% |
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin <sup>(2)</sup> | 21% | 22% | n.m. |
| (1) Income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 includes the net positive impact of income from investments, proceeds from settlement, impairments and severance and related costs, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.9 million, or $0.04 per share. Loss from continuing operations and diluted loss per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2021 includes the net negative impact of a right-of-use asset impairment, disposition, severance and related costs, and gain on investment, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.2 million, or $0.02 per share. | (1) Income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 includes the net positive impact of income from investments, proceeds from settlement, impairments and severance and related costs, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.9 million, or $0.04 per share. Loss from continuing operations and diluted loss per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2021 includes the net negative impact of a right-of-use asset impairment, disposition, severance and related costs, and gain on investment, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.2 million, or $0.02 per share. | (1) Income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 includes the net positive impact of income from investments, proceeds from settlement, impairments and severance and related costs, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.9 million, or $0.04 per share. Loss from continuing operations and diluted loss per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2021 includes the net negative impact of a right-of-use asset impairment, disposition, severance and related costs, and gain on investment, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.2 million, or $0.02 per share. | (1) Income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 includes the net positive impact of income from investments, proceeds from settlement, impairments and severance and related costs, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.9 million, or $0.04 per share. Loss from continuing operations and diluted loss per share from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2021 includes the net negative impact of a right-of-use asset impairment, disposition, severance and related costs, and gain on investment, all net of tax, and discrete tax items of $1.2 million, or $0.02 per share. |
| (2) For a description of these non-GAAP measures and reasons why management believes they provide useful information to investors, please see Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Non-GAAP Financial Measures" located elsewhere in this report. | (2) For a description of these non-GAAP measures and reasons why management believes they provide useful information to investors, please see Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Non-GAAP Financial Measures" located elsewhere in this report. | (2) For a description of these non-GAAP measures and reasons why management believes they provide useful information to investors, please see Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Non-GAAP Financial Measures" located elsewhere in this report. | (2) For a description of these non-GAAP measures and reasons why management believes they provide useful information to investors, please see Item 7 "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Non-GAAP Financial Measures" located elsewhere in this report. |

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| **2022 Highlights** | In 2022, DHI returned to double-digit revenue growth as employers across the United States continued to use its subscription-based offering to find, attract, engage and hire the highest quality technology and security-cleared professionals, bolstered by an increasing supply-demand gap for technologists. Dice focused its sales efforts on attracting commercial account clients, which we believe represents over a billion dollars in Target Addressable Market (TAM) and its largest opportunity for growth. As DHI further invested in sales, marketing and product, profitability remains a priority with margin expansion possible when combined with revenue growth. Dice delivered multiple product releases creating a fly-wheel effect for client/technologist engagement as ClearanceJobs further cemented itself as a product innovation leader poised to capitalize on growing defense budgets. As employer branding becomes a greater priority for clients to tell their mission, values and culture, DHI won several awards and earned the Great Place to Work® certification, demonstrating the world-class team of talent and leadership within the organization.  |
| **Exceptional Financial Performance** | The success of new sales processes and the expansion of both New Business and Client Success teams to increase client satisfaction manifested in a growing client base. Recruitment package customer counts for Dice and ClearanceJobs grew 5% and 10% year-over-year, respectively. Average annual revenue per recruitment package customer for Dice and ClearanceJobs grew 7% and 12% year-over-year, respectively.<br>The establishment of a New Accounts Special Handling (NASH) team to create an ideal experience for first year clients resulted in an improved first-year client experience contributing to strong overall revenue renewal rates of 99% and 100% at Dice and ClearanceJobs, respectively.<br>Bookings strengthened in the year, growing to $160.2 million to end 2022, a 20% increase from 2021.<br>In 2022, DHI's overall revenue growth was 25% year-over-year, a strong growth rate.<br>The Company maintained a solid Adjusted EBITDA margin of 21% while balancing strong financial performance with strategic investments to maximize growth opportunities.  |
| **Leading Tech/Cleared Sites for Candidates** | Dice's Technologist Apply Flow redesign created a new, streamlined job application process with fewer steps for technologists, resulting in higher new user registration rates and applies per job posting. <br>Dice's TalentSearch Time Zone launched, allowing organizations that have embraced remote work to search for technologists within a designated time zone or personalized set of parameters beyond city or radius, widening the pool of skilled talent available for our clients. <br>ClearanceJobs' Live Video product release enabled users to record video messages and status updates directly from the platform, again pioneering innovative solutions in the talent acquisition space.<br>In marketing, Dice's technologist awareness campaigns exceeded 675 million impressions delivering an average of 1.6 million monthly visits and 335k newly visible profiles.<br>ClearanceJobs had a record number of new candidate registrations, approximately 145,000 in 2022, and total candidate resumes posted increased by 14% year-over-year. The brand also had record high visible job postings at approximately 75,000, which in tandem with an engaged candidate base, further established ClearanceJobs as an essential destination for the security cleared community. |
| **Best Place to Work** | Promoting DHI and its brands to attract highly skilled talent, particularly in sales and technology, leads to a more successful organization. For the first time, DHI became Great Place to Work® certified, was named a 2022 Best Midsized Place to Work by BuiltIn Colorado. Chief Technology Officer, Paul Farnsworth, earned the Top 100 most influential talent acquisition thought leaders from TATech (Association for Talent Acquisition Solutions), and Chief Executive Officer, Art Zeile, was selected as one of three finalists as CEO of the Year for Colorado Technology Association's APEX Awards.  |

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**Company Profile**

DHI was incorporated in Delaware on June 28, 2005 and is a leading provider of artificial intelligence-powered software products, online tools and services to deliver career marketplaces to candidates and employers globally. DHI's brands — Dice and ClearanceJobs (the Company transferred majority ownership of the eFinancialCareers ("eFC") brand and business to eFC management on June 30, 2021) — enable recruiters and hiring managers to efficiently search, match and connect with highly skilled technologists in specialized fields, particularly technology and those with active government security clearances. Our mission is to empower technology professionals and organizations that hire them to compete and win through expert insights and relevant employment connections by delivering three key value propositions:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Providing the best search and match solution for recruiters and employers through software services;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Delivering the most relevant and personalized technology career related content; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Aggregating and analyzing workforce intelligence data to deliver specialized insights.

The majority of our revenues in 2022 were generated through the sale of recruitment packages, which allow customers to promote jobs on our websites and source candidates through our resume databases. Recruitment packages are typically provided through contractual arrangements with annual, quarterly or monthly payment terms.

**Our Products and Services**

We help organizations find the best talent, and we help technology and security cleared professionals find the best jobs to advance their careers. Through our software solutions, our vision is to create indispensable career marketplaces that match the highest quality candidates with the right career opportunities. Our solutions are available individually or bundled in packages, including:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Talent profiles.*** Each of our brands provides access to relevant candidate profiles, resumes, and social and web profiles creating a broader pool of talent for our clients. We help clients quickly find and connect with top talent to make their recruiting efforts more efficient.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Job postings.*** Our job platforms are focused on specific verticals tailored to technology and security-cleared individuals, making it easier for professionals to search for relevant jobs. In turn, the applications received by clients are more likely to be relevant and qualified compared to applications received on generalist sites. Providing professionals with the most relevant job postings benefits both the talent and the recruiting organization.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Employer Branding.*** Each of our brands has a suite of offerings that help clients amplify their brand to reach more professionals. Solutions include display advertising, email, enhanced job postings or company profiles, and social targeting.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Other Services.*** In connection with its Dice and ClearanceJobs brands, DHI offers other services such as: 1) virtual and live career events; 2) sourcing services, which is a premium service delivering sourced and screened candidates to recruiters and employers; and 3) content and data services that provides tailored content to help professionals manage their careers and provide employers insight into recruiting strategies and trends.

***Industry and Skill Focused Brands***

During 2022 we offered our talent acquisition and career development products and tools through the following brands:

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| **Service** | **Yrs. in Operation** | **Specialized Focus** | **Primary Source of Revenues** |
| Dice<sup>1</sup> | 32 | Technology and engineering in the U.S. | Recruitment packages<sup>2</sup>, career fairs and open houses |
| ClearanceJobs | 20 | Security-cleared professionals | Recruitment packages<sup>2</sup> |
| <sup>1</sup> Includes Career Events | <sup>1</sup> Includes Career Events | <sup>1</sup> Includes Career Events | <sup>1</sup> Includes Career Events |
| <sup>2</sup> Recruitment packages are subscription based products that provide access to our candidate profiles and/or the ability to post jobs. | <sup>2</sup> Recruitment packages are subscription based products that provide access to our candidate profiles and/or the ability to post jobs. | <sup>2</sup> Recruitment packages are subscription based products that provide access to our candidate profiles and/or the ability to post jobs. | <sup>2</sup> Recruitment packages are subscription based products that provide access to our candidate profiles and/or the ability to post jobs. |

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***Dice*** has been a go-to destination for technology and engineering talent in the United States for the past 32 years. The job postings available on Dice, from both technology and non-technology companies across many industries, include positions for software engineers, big data professionals, systems administrators, database specialists, project managers, and a variety of other technology and engineering professionals. Dice had approximately 64,000 job postings as of December 31, 2022 and during 2022, Dice had, on average, approximately 1.4 million monthly users.

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Professionals can post their resumes, search jobs and access our career-related content, news and tools. Skill Center, a tool implemented by Dice, uses data aggregated from across the web to show skills trends, giving professionals insights into potential skills gaps and development areas. Salary Predictor and Salary Calculator offer real-time salary tools leveraging predictive analysis to help tech professionals and employers discover tailored salary estimates based on skills, job titles, years of experience and location. Job Search and Job Alerts deliver tailored and personalized career opportunities to candidates.

***ClearanceJobs*** is a leading online career marketplace dedicated to matching security-cleared professionals with the best hiring companies searching for employees. Authorized U.S. government contractors, federal agencies, national laboratories and universities utilize The Cleared Network to quickly and easily find candidates with specific, active security clearance requirements to fill open jobs in a range of disciplines. ClearanceJobs NextGen platform provides opportunities for employers and candidates to engage in real-time through messaging and live video and employers to promote brand differentiators through BrandAmp, Pulse and employer branding pages. The majority of candidates with resumes on our site have high-level security clearance. ClearanceJobs had approximately 67,000 job postings as of December 31, 2022 and during 2022, ClearanceJobs had, on average, 630,000 monthly users.

**Our Industry** 

We primarily operate in the talent discovery and acquisition segment of the broader market for human capital management services through career sites for technology professionals. There is a shortage of skilled professionals worldwide and we believe that the overall demand for talent acquisition and career development products and services has significant long-term growth potential.

We also believe that certain industries that employ highly-skilled and highly-paid professionals will experience particularly strong demand for effective recruiting solutions due to the scarcity of such professionals. For example, as of December 2022, the seasonally unadjusted U.S. unemployment rate was 1.8% for computer-related occupations as compared to the overall national average of 3.5%, seasonally adjusted. We believe that there are four major trends that will continue to shape demand for talent acquisition services:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;***• Greater competition for professional talent****.* The candidate-employer relationship has changed, with the balance of power shifting towards the candidates. As more companies leverage technology to advance their business, employers will increasingly need to hire tech talent to compete. According to analysis from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, many computer occupations are expected to have elevated long-term demand, due to increased business demand for telework computing infrastructure and information security arising from economic changes spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Continued professional interest in career brands specific to industry and skills.*** Our services focus on domains or industries that require specialized skills and knowledge and, thus, customized content, profiles and search parameters. In addition, the technology professionals often share a sense of personal identity and community that goes beyond the confines of their careers. We believe that both specialized skills and the sense of personal identity and community lead professionals in our verticals to prefer specialized career brands over generalist ones.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Talent attraction and retention becoming more of a strategic priority for companies.*** McKinsey & Company reports a fundamental mismatch between companies' demand for talent and the number of workers willing to supply it, driven by more workers reevaluating what they want from a job and opting for nontraditional employment such as gig, temporary or part-time. Hiring skilled technologists is a key driver to moving digital innovation forward.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• ***Increased use of data and analytics in human capital management and increased need for insights.*** As many companies prove the power of analytics in marketing and other business domains, organizations are seeking to gain a competitive advantage by applying data-driven insights to improve their hiring, retention and leadership capabilities.

In this environment, we believe there is an opportunity for career management and talent acquisition tools that leverage the common interests, goals and skills of select professional communities. We believe that a focus on professional communities allows organizations to more efficiently identify talent, with more complete data and insights about that talent.

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**Our Value Proposition**

**Benefits we provide to Professionals**

***Relevant employment connections*.** When professionals post their resumes or apply for jobs on our websites, they can make valuable connections with organizations who prize their skills and expertise. Professionals can avoid having to "sort through the clutter" on generalist career sites and get the most out of their time by using our more focused services.

***Skills/industry-specific career management tools, information and insights*.** We provide professionals with targeted and relevant career development tools, content and news. For example, Dice and ClearanceJobs provide professionals with market and salary information and local market trends. In addition, the Salary Predictor allows professionals to evaluate their market value and map out which skills will increase their value. We believe our career development services and tools provide professionals with the insights they need to propel their careers forward, and thus increase the engagement of professionals with our sites.

**Benefits we provide to our Customers**

***Large pools of qualified and hard-to-reach professionals***. We seek to improve the efficiency of the recruiting process for our customers by providing efficient access to large pools of highly qualified and hard-to-reach professionals. Because the communities of professionals who visit our websites are highly-skilled and specialized within specific industries, we believe our customers who post jobs receive applications from candidates who are better qualified for the positions, and that they receive fewer irrelevant applications than when using generalist sites. In addition, since our resume data and resume search functions are highly tailored by specialty, we believe that our customers can more efficiently identify talent using our resume databases than by using broader services.

***Relevant information on prospective candidates***. We believe that the specialized nature of our job posting and resume search products makes them inherently more relevant and efficient for recruiting. Using all of these products together gives our customers the most complete view of a prospective candidate, and allows them to not only identify the best talent but also tailor their recruiting approach to each individual.

***Hyper-targeted candidate outreach and employer branding***. We offer recruiting customers the ability to target hard-to-find professionals with messages in the online forums they frequent. Our social targeting service leverages our social aggregation capabilities to assemble candidate target lists based on specific factors like skill sets, work experience, location, or interests; then executes hyper-targeted employer branding or job search campaigns in online forums where specific potential candidates spend time.

**Our Strategic Goals**

The Company continues to focus on building upon its legacy as a market leader in technology talent acquisition by delivering best-in-class candidate quality and match capabilities through its career marketplaces. As more employers use the subscription-based offerings to find, attract, engage and hire the highest quality tech professionals, the Company continues to invest in product and marketing to expand the technologist community and create an ideal onboarding experience for tech talent. The Company continues to evolve to a solution selling business, coupled with its goal of maintaining strong Adjusted EBITDA margins to maximize profitability.

***Delivering best-in-class candidate quality and match capabilities for technology roles.*** We believe candidate quality is the essential foundation of success in our industry and we intend to differentiate our business by leading in this respect. In 2022, we dramatically improved the quality of our Dice candidates to a level we believe is best-in-class and plan continued vigilance and

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innovation to drive continued improvements. We are also building on our unique legacy and intellectual property in the technology jobs space to create match capabilities for both candidates and clients that are reducing the time and effort required in job searching and talent acquisition. Our proprietary and patented machine-learning technology including IntelliSearch, powers many Dice and ClearanceJobs products and is foundational to providing relevant job opportunities for candidates and efficient search and match solutions for clients.

***Building indispensable tech-focused career marketplaces****.* ClearanceJobs has established a unique franchise in the market for cleared professionals, many with tech experience. Built on a unique cohort of candidates and specialized employer and recruiter tools together, ClearanceJobs is a highly interactive two-sided marketplace environment. These attributes provide clear and measurable return on investment for clients and has contributed to ClearanceJobs more than doubling its revenue over the past five years. With nearly 20 years in the market, we believe ClearanceJobs is an indispensable and valuable business. We are in the process of transforming our Dice brand into a similar career marketplace customized for the needs of its unique candidate and client communities. We officially launched all elements of the career marketplace features for Dice in 2021 and focused 2022 on landing launches and driving adoption with customers while launching new products to create efficiency in the recruiting process. We expect these changes to transform the way our stakeholders use Dice and to drive results as adoption increases.

***Investing in functional excellence and product innovation.*** Since joining DHI in 2018, CEO Art Zeile has built a leadership team capable of driving growth and supporting a culture of high performance. The leadership team continually advances their functional areas to drive results in the business, working towards the common goal of launching and landing innovative products in the market. Specifically, in 2022 the Company released a number of products to help employers find tech candidates and technologists further their careers. These include, at Dice: a New Job Page, TalentSearch Auto Talent Alerts, and iOS Messaging; at ClearanceJobs: Company Pages, Scheduled Broadcast Messages, and Live Video.

We are investing to further increase the pace of innovation by adding engineers to our technology team, centered around a development model to increase the quality and speed of product delivery. Our marketing team is focused on delivering results at lower cost in terms of driving traffic to Dice, increasing marketing qualified leads, growing visible profiles and applications with less spend and with more to come as we leverage new capabilities in customer relationship management (CRM), product marketing, and digital analytics, among others.

***Transforming our sales and customer success efforts to drive growth.*** As early leaders in online talent acquisition, DHI's brands have a legacy of strong recurring clients and revenue and, as a result, renewals have historically provided the majority of the Company's revenues. We believe there is significant opportunity to grow our customer base and expand to new revenue opportunities, particularly with commercial accounts, or clients who recruit for their own needs, with an expanded and better enabled sales force and at ClearanceJobs by growing relationships directly with government agencies. Our customer success team executed new strategies to drive proactive external engagement and report real-time feedback to better include the customer voice to influence our product roadmap. We plan to continue growing our sales team as opportunities arise.

**Marketing and Sales**

DHI Group's brands are built on providing value to both sides of a thriving career marketplace. Technologists join and engage to find jobs and develop their careers, and customers (staffing firms, recruiting firms and companies hiring professionals in our areas of expertise) use our platforms and support to find the right talent for their open roles.

Our consumer marketing focuses on growing the number of professionals who engage with our content, visit our websites and become members, as the more active and interested consumers we have within our platforms, the more attractive our products and services are to our customers. These efforts include digital advertising, search engine marketing, content marketing, email marketing, social media and influencer marketing. We measure success through goals related to brand awareness, consideration and product usage, traffic, new and updated consumer profiles, and applications to job postings.

For customers, our marketing and sales teams work in lockstep to develop new customer relationships and maintain high customer satisfaction. Customer marketing efforts range from creating and capturing demand to retention-focused activities. Marketing supports the entire customer journey, from problem and brand/product awareness to affinity and consideration, intent and purchase, and onboarding. Marketing initiatives include advertising, thought leadership, content marketing, media relations, social media, email campaigns and participation in industry events. We measure success through lead volume and quality, lead-to-revenue metrics, brand awareness, consideration and product usage, traffic and content engagement.

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and other large and mid-size commercial businesses. Our strategy in 2022 focused on executing against our solution-oriented sales approach that allows our teams to better address growing market opportunities and our existing clients' needs. In addition, we significantly increased our focus on customer engagement to drive best-in-class renewal rates and customer satisfaction scores most notably with our first year clients. As of December 31, 2022, we employed approximately 170 sales and support personnel in the United States.

We also invest in fraud detection initiatives and maintain teams of account managers and customer support specialists who work to ensure customers get the most from our products and services by providing training and assistance. In addition to technologies we leverage for fraud detection, our customer support departments perform some compliance functions, such as reviewing the websites for false or inaccurate job postings.

**Customers**

We currently serve a diversified customer base consisting of approximately 10,800 customers in total. No one customer accounted for more than 10% of our revenues in 2022. Our customers include small, mid-sized and large direct employers, staffing companies, recruiting agencies, consulting firms and marketing departments of companies. As of December 31, 2022 notable customers of the Dice and ClearanceJobs businesses included AT&T, Adecco, CACI, Cisco, Disney, General Dynamics, Kforce, ManTech, Microsoft, NCI, Northrop Grumman, Samsung, Bank of America and DISH Network.

**Technology**

We use a variety of open source and proprietary technologies to support our website services. Our websites provide a multitenancy technology platform with multiple application services developed to perform at scale. We primarily utilize Amazon Web Services (AWS) as our cloud infrastructure platform, which enables us to scale our compute, network, and storage capacity on an as-needed basis. Our application services and data connections are continually monitored 24/7 for performance and stability. Our application and infrastructure architecture enable us to ensure global reach, as well as advantages in resiliency and cloud delivery. Job seekers and customers can access our websites with any standard web browser, mobile web browsers, and iOS and Android applications. Our websites also utilize AWS disaster recovery, redundancy, and resiliency services, including multi-availability zone, multi-region, redundant storage and networking solutions, and self-healing capabilities.

**Competition**

The market for talent acquisition services is highly competitive with multiple online and offline competitors. With the evolution of the online recruiting model, there has been an increasing need to provide ease-of-use and relevance to professionals, as well as an efficient and cost-effective recruitment method for direct employers, recruiters and staffing companies. Additionally, further technological advancements and evolution of social networks increasing the interaction between candidates and potential employers have made it easier for new competitors to emerge, and advertisers have many alternatives available to reach their target audiences. Our ability to maintain our existing customer base and generate new customers depends to a significant degree on the quality of our candidate databases and audiences, the quality of our services, our ability to enhance our websites and the underlying technology of our websites to meet the needs of a rapidly-evolving marketplace, our pricing strategy and ability to introduce value-added products and services, contracting alternatives such as subscription or consumption based models, and our reputation among our candidates and our customers and potential customers, who are increasingly sophisticated and demanding. Our competitors include:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• social and professional networking sites, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Google;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• niche or specialist professional networking sites such as GitHub and Stack Overflow;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• generalist job boards, some of which have substantially greater resources and brand recognition than we do, such as CareerBuilder, Monster, StepStone, and Seek which, unlike specialized job boards, permit customers to enter into a single contract to find professionals across multiple occupational categories and attempt to fill all of their hiring needs through a single website;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• aggregators and distributors of job postings and profiles, including Indeed (owned by Recruit), TalentBin (owned by Monster Worldwide), Entelo, ZipRecruiter, Google and Craigslist;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• career-focused community sites such as Glassdoor;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• newspaper and magazine publishers, national and regional advertising agencies, executive search firms and search and selection firms that carry classified advertising, many of whom have developed, begun developing or acquired new media capabilities, such as recruitment websites, or have partnered with generalist job boards;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• specialized services focused specifically on the industries we service, such as FT.com, Doximity, Upwork and JobServe;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• new and emerging competitors with new business models and products;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our customers, who seek to recruit candidates directly by using their own resources, including corporate websites; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• general business sites and print publications, as well as technology news and information community sites, such as Google News, Digg.com and Reddit.com.

The principal elements of competition in our markets include brand awareness and reputation, product functionality, design, price, customer service, market share and marketing. We believe that our unique product offerings position us well in the marketplace. However, a number of companies in the industry have greater financial resources, more comprehensive product lines, broader market presence, longer standing relationships with customers, longer operating histories, stronger brand recognition, and greater marketing resources than we have.

**Intellectual Property** 

We seek to protect our intellectual property through a combination of service marks, trademarks, copyrights and other methods of restricting disclosure of our proprietary or confidential information. As we continue to develop and improve our technology, patents may become a more significant part of our intellectual property in the foreseeable future. We generally enter into confidentiality agreements with our employees, consultants and vendors. We also seek to control access to and distribution of our technology, documentation and other proprietary information.

We generally pursue the registration of the material service marks we own in the United States and internationally, as applicable. We own a number of registered, applied for and/or unregistered trademarks and service marks that we use in connection with our businesses. Our trademarks and registered trademarks in the United States and other countries include DICE, and CLEARANCEJOBS.COM. Registrations for trademarks may be maintained indefinitely, as long as the trademark owner continues to use and police the trademarks and timely renews registrations with the applicable governmental office. Although we generally pursue the registration of our material service marks and other material intellectual property we own, where applicable, we have trademarks and/or service marks that have not been registered in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. We have not registered the copyrights in the content of our websites and do not intend to register such copyrights.

The steps we have taken to protect our copyrights, trademarks, service marks and other intellectual property may not be adequate, and third parties could infringe, misappropriate or misuse our intellectual property. If this were to occur, it could harm our reputation and affect our competitive position. See Item 1A. "Risk Factors—Misappropriation or misuse of our intellectual property could harm our reputation, affect our competitive position and cost us money."

**Investments** 

DHI has made no significant investments through acquisitions during the past five years. See also Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

**Regulation and Legislation**

***User Privacy***

We collect, store and use a variety of information about both professionals and customers on our website properties. Within the websites, the information that is collected, stored, and used has been provided by the professionals or customers with the intent of making it publicly available. We do not ask professionals or customers to supply social security numbers. Our business data is separated from website operations by a variety of security layers including network segmentation, physical and logical access controls, firewalls, and many industry-accepted, best-practice information security controls.

We post our privacy policies on our websites so that our users can access and understand the terms and conditions applicable to the collection, storage, and use of information collected from users. Our privacy policies also disclose the types of information we gather, how we use it and how a user can correct or change their information. Our privacy policies also explain the circumstances under which we share this information and with whom. Professionals who register for our websites have the option of indicating specific areas of interest in which they are willing to receive offers via email. These offers contain content created either by us or our third-party partners. To protect confidential information and to comply with our obligations to our users, we impose constraints on our customers to whom we provide user data, which are consistent with our commitments to

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our users. Additionally, when we provide lists to third parties, including to our advertiser customers, it is under contractual terms that are consistent with our obligations to our users and with applicable laws and regulations.

***U.S. Government Regulation***

We are subject to a number of government regulations that regulate our products and online service offerings, including content, copyright infringement, user privacy, advertising and promotional activities, taxation, access charges, liability for third-party activities, and jurisdiction. In addition, federal, state, and local governmental organizations have enacted and also are considering, and may consider in the future, other legislative and regulatory proposals that would regulate the Internet. Areas of potential regulation include, but are not limited to, libel, electronic contracting, pricing, quality of products and services, and intellectual property ownership.

There are a number of U.S. laws and regulations that affect companies conducting business online. Certain laws regulate commercial electronic messages. Such laws frequently provide a right on the part of the recipient to request the sender to stop sending messages, and establish penalties for the sending of email messages that are not compliant with such laws, including messages that are intended to deceive the recipient as to source or content or that do not provide an electronic method of informing the sender of the recipient's decision not to receive further commercial emails.

We are subject to federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding privacy and protection of data. Our privacy policies and terms of use agreements describe our practices concerning the use, storage, transmission and disclosure of user data. Any failure by us to comply with our privacy policies or terms of use agreements, or privacy-related laws and regulations, could result in proceedings against us by governmental authorities or others, which could harm our business. The interpretation of these privacy and data protection laws and various regulators' approach to their enforcement, as well as our products and services, continue to evolve over time. We face the risk that these laws may be interpreted and applied in conflicting ways in different jurisdictions or in a manner that is not consistent with our current data protection practices, or that new and unclear laws will be enacted. There currently are a number of proposals pending before federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory bodies. There are laws as well as a number of legislative proposals in the United States, at both the federal and state level, that impose obligations in areas affecting our business, or may do so in the future. For example, California adopted the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, or CCPA, which became effective on January 1, 2020. The CCPA has been characterized as the first privacy statute of its kind to be enacted in the United States as it includes significant penalties for non-compliance, as well as creating the right for consumers to bring a private action in certain circumstances. More recently, on November 3, 2020, California enacted the California Privacy Rights Act ("CPRA"). The CPRA, which went into effect on January 1, 2023, expands upon the protections provided by the CCPA, including new limitations on the sale or sharing of consumers' personal information, and the creation of a new state agency to enforce the CPRA's protections.

Complying with these varying requirements could cause us to incur additional costs and change our business practices. Further, any failure by us to adequately protect our users' privacy and data could result in a loss of confidence in our products and services and, ultimately, in a loss of customers, which could have an adverse effect on our business, and could subject the Company to penalties or liability.

Furthermore, favorable laws may change, including, for example, in the United States where the FCC voted to repeal net neutrality regulations. Given uncertainty around these rules, including changing interpretations, amendments or repeal, coupled with potentially significant political and economic power of local network operators, we could experience discriminatory or anti-competitive practices that could impede our growth, cause us to incur additional expense, or otherwise negatively affect our business.

The application of laws and regulations affecting online business to our products and services is often unclear, and these laws and how various jurisdictions interpret these laws continue to evolve. Compliance with these laws may be expensive and could harm our business. Any failure by the Company to comply with these laws and regulations could result in actions against us by governmental authorities or other entities, which could harm our business, including governmental or court orders that we cease certain activities.

See Item 1A. Risk Factors "Our business is subject to U.S. government regulation of the Internet and taxation, which may have a material adverse effect on our business" and "Capacity constraints, systems failures or breaches of our network security could materially and adversely affect our business. If we fail to manage our technical operations infrastructure, our existing customers may experience services outages, and our new customers may experience delays in the deployment of our solution."

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**Human Capital Disclosures**

***Employees***

As of December 31, 2022, we had approximately 530 employees. Our employees are not represented by any union and are not the subject of a collective bargaining agreement. We believe that we have a good relationship with our employees and experienced increased engagement among team members during the year as evidenced by results from our annual engagement survey and below average turnover rate. We offer flexible work schedules, abbreviated hours on Fridays, flexible paid time off and remote working opportunities for all team members to promote work/life balance. In 2022, we introduced free teletherapy through Talkspace and closed offices for multiple workdays to allow employees to focus on their mental health. We have made it a priority to support our employees as they work from home, including increased flexibility surrounding personal and family commitments and a quarterly work from home stipend. The Company budgets for professional development training by both functional group and at the individual level each year. Professional development could include attending an online class to learn a new skillset, attending a conference or finding opportunities within the organization to grow skillsets. Additionally the Company has a tuition reimbursement program designed to provide employees with financial assistance in continuing their education.

***Diversity***

Inclusion and diversity remain key priorities for the Company. The diverse backgrounds, skills and experiences of executive officers, board members, and employees are important to both our values and performance. We believe that a diverse board, management team and workforce that is reflective of our diverse customer base will position us to better understand customers' wants and needs, which we believe drives our ability to deliver superior customer value and successfully innovate. Diverse perspectives amongst our management team and board allows them to evaluate issues through different experiences and perspectives and help guide the Company in a thoughtful way. The Company's internal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program is based on promoting a culture of inclusivity, and includes Allyship training and Unconscious Bias training, which teaches team members how to better support marginalized groups. Additionally, managers participate in Inclusive Leadership trainings. The Company has employee resource groups led by employees of underrepresented populations to share experiences and have a shared space. The internal policies of the Company encourage hiring diverse candidates and our culture is inclusive, ensuring that all team members are treated fairly and equally, amongst other things. In 2021, the Company introduced inclusive fertility benefits which support all paths to parenthood.

**Information Availability**

Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, proxy and information statements and other material information concerning us are available free of charge on the Investors page of our website at www.dhigroupinc.com. Our reports filed with the SEC are also available free of charge by visiting http://www.sec.gov.

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**Item 1A.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Risk Factors**

**Risks Related to Our Business** 

***We may not be successful in executing our tech-focused strategy which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.***

We may not be successful in pursing our tech-focused strategy, which includes narrowing priorities to initiatives related to connecting technology professionals with employers across all industries. There can be no assurance that the allocation of resources behind our tech-focused business and sales and marketing efforts will result in the strengthening of our competitive position, the failure of which could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations. As a result of our strategic focus on technology professionals and the divesting of our businesses operating in and focused on different professions, we have an increased dependence on the demand for technology-focused professionals and may not have the mitigating benefits of exposure to a portfolio of diverse professions in the event of a downturn in the demand for such technology professionals. For example, in 2022 and thus far in 2023, several large technology companies have announced planned layoffs. If the need for technology professionals decreases, whether because there is reduced demand for technologists by our customers, as a result of macroeconomic conditions affecting their businesses, the aforementioned layoffs, reductions in hiring or otherwise, our ability to sell recruitment packages to our customers may be adversely impacted.

***A write-off of all or a part of our goodwill and intangible assets would hurt our operating results.***

We have significant intangible assets and goodwill. As of December 31, 2022, we had $128.1 million and $23.8 million of goodwill and acquired intangible assets, respectively, on our balance sheet, which represented approximately 57% and 10%, respectively, of our total assets. We do not amortize goodwill nor our indefinite-lived acquired intangible asset, which is the Dice trademarks and brand name, under U.S. GAAP and instead are required to review them at least annually for impairment. The annual impairment test for the Dice trademarks and brand name is performed on October 1 of each year. DHI has experienced impairment charges in the past. Most recently, during the first and third quarters of 2020, because of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on future earnings and cash flows for the tech-focused reporting unit and those that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name, the Company recorded impairment charges totaling $37.8 million. In the event an impairment is identified again in the future, a charge to earnings would be recorded. Although it would not affect our cash flow or liquidity position, a write-off in future periods of all or a part of our goodwill or intangible asset would have a material adverse effect on our overall results of operations. See Item 7. "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Critical Accounting Estimates—Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Acquired Intangible Assets."

***We operate in a highly competitive developing market and we may be unable to compete successfully against existing and future competitors.***

The market for career services is highly competitive and barriers to entry in the market are relatively low. There are multiple generalist job boards, as well as a number of existing and emerging alternative business models seeking to compete in our target markets. We do not own any patented technology that would expressly preclude or inhibit competitors from entering the recruiting and career development services market. We compete with other companies that direct all or portions of their websites toward certain segments or sub-segments of the industries we serve. We compete with generalist job boards, some of which have substantially greater resources and brand recognition than we do, such as CareerBuilder, Monster.com, Snagajob, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and Seek, which, unlike specialist job boards, permit customers to enter into a single contract to find professionals across multiple occupational categories and attempt to fill all of their hiring needs through a single website, as well as job boards focused specifically on the industries we service, such as Stack Overflow, FT.com, JobServe, Doximity, and Upwork. We also compete with newspaper and magazine publishers, national and regional advertising agencies, executive search firms and search and selection firms that carry classified advertising, many of whom have developed, begun developing or acquired new media capabilities, such as recruitment websites, or have recently partnered with generalist job boards. We also compete with general business sites and print publications, as well as technology news and information community sites, such as Google News, Digg.com and Reddit.com. In addition, we face competition from aggregators of classified advertising, including TalentBin, Entelo, JobDiva, Daxtra, CEIPAL, and Google. Social and professional networking sites, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Google compete with us in providing professional services. We also compete with new competitors, including career-focused community sites such as Glassdoor and talent relationship management software

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providers such as Avature and SmashFly, and emerging competitors with new business models and products that customers are more willing to trial during periods when talent is scarce.

Some of our competitors have longer operating histories, larger client bases, longer relationships with clients, greater brand or name recognition, or significantly greater financial, technical, marketing and public relations resources than we do. As a result, they may be in a position to respond more quickly to new or emerging technologies and changes in customer requirements, and to develop and promote their products and services more effectively than we can. We may not be able to adapt to such technological changes or offer new products on a timely or cost-effective basis or establish or maintain competitive positions. If we are unable to develop and introduce new products and services, or enhancements to existing products and services, in a timely and successful manner, our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity could be materially and adversely affected, and the market price of our common stock would likely fall.

***We must adapt our business model to keep pace with rapid changes in the recruiting and career services business, including rapidly changing technologies and the development of new products and services.***

Providing online recruiting and career development services is a rapidly evolving business, and we will not be successful if our business model does not keep pace with new trends and developments. The adoption of new recruiting and job seeking techniques, particularly among those who have historically relied on traditional recruiting methods, requires acceptance of a new way of conducting business, exchanging information and applying for jobs. If we are unable to adapt our business model to keep pace with changes in the recruiting business, or if we are unable to continue to demonstrate the value of our online services to our customers, our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity could be materially adversely affected. Our success is also dependent on our ability to adapt to rapidly changing technology and to make investments to develop new products and services. Accordingly, to maintain our competitive position and our revenue base, we must continually modernize and improve the features, reliability and functionality of our service offerings and related products in response to our competitors. Future technological advances in the career services industry may result in the availability of new recruiting and career development offerings. Some of our competitors have longer operating histories, larger client bases, longer relationships with clients, greater brand or name recognition, or significantly greater financial, technical, marketing and public relations resources than we do. As a result, they may be in a position to respond more quickly to new or emerging technologies and changes in customer requirements, and to develop and promote their products and services more effectively than we can. We may not be able to adapt to such technological changes or offer new products on a timely or cost-effective basis or establish or maintain competitive positions. If we are unable to develop and introduce new products and services, or enhancements to existing products and services, in a timely and successful manner, our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity could be materially and adversely affected, which could result in a decline in the market price of our common stock.

Trends that could have a critical impact on our success include: rapidly changing technology in online recruiting, evolving industry standards relating to online recruiting, developments and changes relating to the Internet and mobile devices, evolving government regulations, competing products and services that offer increased functionality, changes in requirements for customers and professionals, and privacy protection concerning data available and transactions conducted over the Internet.

***If we fail to develop and maintain our reputation and brand recognition our business could be adversely affected.***

We believe that establishing and maintaining the identity of our brands, Dice and ClearanceJobs, is critical in attracting and maintaining the number of professionals and customers using our services, and that the importance of brand recognition will increase due to the growing number of services similar to ours and relatively low barriers to entry. Promotion and enhancement of our brands will depend largely on our success in continuing to provide high quality recruiting and career development services. If users do not perceive our existing career and recruiting services to be of high quality, or if we introduce new services or enter into new ventures that are not favorably received by users, the uniqueness of our brands could be diminished and accordingly the attractiveness of our websites to professionals and customers could be reduced. We may also find it necessary to increase substantially our financial commitment to creating and maintaining a distinct brand loyalty among users. If we cannot provide high quality career services, fail to protect, promote and maintain our brands or incur excessive expenses in an attempt to improve our career services or promote or maintain our brands, our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity could be materially adversely affected.

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***Our business is largely based on customers who purchase recruitment packages. Any failure to increase or maintain the number of customers who purchase recruitment packages could adversely impact our revenues.***

Our customers typically include recruiters, staffing firms, consulting firms and direct hiring companies. Customers can choose to purchase recruitment packages, classified postings, advertisements, or career fair and recruitment event booth rentals. Most of our revenues are generated by the fees we earn from our customers who purchase recruitment packages. Our growth depends on our ability to retain our existing recruitment package customers and to increase the number of customers who purchase recruitment packages, as well as introduce new pricing options. Any of our customers may decide not to continue to use our services in favor of alternate services, lack of need, or because of budgetary constraints or other reasons. We cannot assure you that we will be successful in continuing to attract new customers or retaining existing customers or that our future sales efforts in general will be effective. If our existing customers choose not to use our services, decrease their use of our services, or change from being recruitment package customers to purchasing individual classified postings, our services, job postings and resumes posted on our websites could be reduced, search activity on our websites could decline, the usefulness of our services to customers could be diminished, and we could experience declining revenues and/or incur significant expenses. Dice recruitment package customers at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 were 6,311, 6,004, and 5,150, respectively, while ClearanceJobs recruitment package customers at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 were 2,064, 1,878, and 1,718, respectively.

***If we fail to attract qualified professionals to our websites or grow the number of qualified professionals who use our websites, our revenues could decline.***

The value of our websites to our customers is dependent on our ability to continuously attract professionals with the experience, education and skill-sets our customers seek. For example, the professionals who post their resumes on Dice.com are generally highly educated, have extensive work experience, and the majority are currently employed. To grow our businesses, we must continue to convince qualified professionals that our services will assist them in finding employment, so that customers will choose to use our services to find employees. If we are unable to increase the number of professionals using our websites, or if the professionals who use our websites are viewed as unattractive by our customers, our customers could seek to list jobs and search for professionals elsewhere, which could cause our revenues to decline.

***If we are not able to successfully identify or integrate future acquisitions our management's attention could be diverted, and our efforts to integrate future acquisitions could consume significant resources.***

An important component of our tech-focused strategy is developing new capabilities that strengthen and expand our position in the U.S. technology talent acquisition market and broaden the talent solutions through the acquisition of other complementary businesses and technologies. Our further growth may depend in part on our ability to identify additional suitable acquisition opportunities or consummate such acquisitions on terms that are beneficial to us. We may not be able to identify suitable acquisition opportunities or consummate such acquisitions on favorable terms or at all. In addition, the anticipated results or operational benefits of any businesses we acquire may not be realized and we may not be successful in integrating other acquired businesses into our operations. Failure to manage and successfully integrate acquired businesses could harm our business. Even if we are successful in making an acquisition, we may encounter numerous risks, including the following:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• expenses, delays and difficulties in integrating the operations, technologies and products of acquired companies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• potential disruption of our ongoing operations;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• diversion of management's attention from normal daily operations of our business;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• inability to maintain key business relationships and the reputations of acquired businesses;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the difficulty of integrating acquired technology and rights into our services and unanticipated expenses related to such integration;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the impairment of relationships with customers and partners of the acquired companies or our customers and partners as a result of the integration of acquired operations;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the impairment of relationships with employees of the acquired companies or our employees as a result of integration of new management personnel;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• entry into markets in which we have limited or no prior experience and in which our competitors have stronger market positions;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• dependence on unfamiliar employees, affiliates and partners;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the amortization of acquired companies' intangible assets;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• insufficient revenues to offset increased expenses associated with the acquisition;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• inability to maintain our internal standards, controls, procedures and policies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• reduction or replacement of the sales of existing services by sales of products and services from acquired business lines;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• potential loss of key employees of the acquired companies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• difficulties integrating the personnel and cultures of the acquired companies into our operations;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• in the case of foreign acquisitions, uncertainty regarding foreign laws and regulations and difficulty integrating operations and systems as a result of cultural, systems and operational differences; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the impact of potential liabilities or unknown liabilities of the acquired businesses.

If any of these risks materialize, they could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. In addition, any acquisition of other businesses or technologies may require us to seek debt or equity financing. Such financing might not be available to us on acceptable terms or at all. Market disruption and volatility, poor economic conditions in the capital markets and global economy could adversely impact our ability to obtain additional financing on favorable terms or at all.

***Misappropriation or misuse of our intellectual property could harm our reputation, affect our competitive position and cost us money.***

Our success and ability to compete are dependent in part on the strength of our intellectual property rights, the content included on our websites, the goodwill associated with our patents, trademarks, trade names and service marks, and on our ability to use U.S. and foreign laws to protect them. Our intellectual property includes, among other things, the content included on our websites, our logos, brands, domain names, a patent, the technology that we use to deliver our products and services, the various databases of information that we maintain and make available and the appearance of our websites. We claim common law protection on certain names and marks that we have used in connection with our business activities and the content included on our websites. We also own a number of registered or applied-for trademarks and service marks that we use in connection with our business, including DICE and CLEARANCEJOBS.COM, some of which we have acquired through business acquisitions. Although we generally pursue the registration of material service marks and other material intellectual property we own, where applicable, we have copyrights, trademarks and/or service marks that have not been registered in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. We generally enter into confidentiality and work-for-hire agreements with our employees, consultants, and vendors to protect our intellectual property rights. We also seek to control access to and distribution of our technology, documentation and other proprietary information as well as proprietary information licensed from third parties. Policing our intellectual property rights worldwide is a difficult task, and we may not be able to identify infringing users. The steps we have taken to protect our proprietary rights may not be adequate, and third parties could infringe, misappropriate or misuse our intellectual property rights. If this were to occur, it could harm our reputation and affect our competitive position. It could also require us to spend significant time and money in litigation. In addition, the laws of foreign countries do not necessarily protect intellectual property rights to the same extent as the laws of the United States. We have licensed in the past (on a royalty free basis), and expect to license in the future, various elements of our distinctive trademarks, service marks, trade dress, content and similar proprietary rights to third parties. We enter into strategic marketing arrangements with certain third-party web site operators pursuant to which we license our trademarks, service marks and content to such third parties in order to promote our brands and services and to generate leads to our websites. While we attempt to ensure that the quality of our brands is maintained by these licensees, we cannot assure you that third-party licensees of our proprietary rights will always take actions to protect the value of our intellectual property and reputation, and if they fail to do so, such failure could adversely affect our business and reputation.

***If our business fails to attract and retain users, particularly users who create and post original content on our web properties, our financial results will be adversely affected.***

Our reliance upon user-generated content requires that we develop and maintain tools and services designed to facilitate: creation of user-generated content, participation in discussion surrounding such user-generated content, evaluation of user-generated content, and distribution of user-generated content. If our development efforts fail to facilitate such activities on our web properties, the level of user engagement and interaction will not increase and may decline. Even if we succeed in facilitating such activities on our sites, there can be no assurance that such improvements will be deployed in a timely or cost-effective manner. If we fail to increase user engagement and interaction on our web properties, we will not attract and retain a loyal user base or the advertisers who desire to reach them, which will adversely affect our business and our ability to maintain or grow our revenue.

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***We may be impacted by unfavorable decisions in proceedings related to future tax assessments.***

We operate in a number of jurisdictions and are from time to time subject to audits and reviews by various taxation authorities with respect to income, payroll, sales and use, and other taxes for current and past periods. We may become subject to future tax assessments by various authorities. The determination of our provision for income taxes and current and deferred tax assets and liabilities requires judgment and estimation. There are many transactions and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. Although we believe our tax estimates are reasonable, the ultimate tax outcome may differ materially from the tax amounts recorded in our consolidated financial statements. Any amount we might be required to pay in connection with an ongoing audit or review or a future tax assessment may have a material adverse effect on our financial position, cash flows or overall results of operations.

***Taxation risks could subject us to liability for past sales and cause our future sales to decrease.***

We do not collect sales or use tax in certain jurisdictions on the services we provide. Our operations, and any future expansion of them, along with other aspects of our evolving business, may result in additional sales or use tax obligations.

Currently, the individual states' laws and regulations determine which services performed over the Internet are subject to sales tax. A number of states have adopted initiatives that impose sales tax on certain services delivered electronically. Additionally, many states have implemented laws or regulations requiring out-of-state vendors to collect sales tax, which has increased our tax filing obligations. Also, a state may take the position that certain services we provide are subject to sales tax under existing regulations. The imposition by state and local governments of various taxes upon certain services delivered over the Internet could create administrative burdens for us, put us at a competitive disadvantage if they do not impose similar obligations on all of our online competitors and potentially decrease our future sales.

***Because we recognize most of our revenue from our contracts over the term of the agreement, a significant downturn in these businesses may not be immediately reflected in our operating results.***

We recognize revenue from sales of our recruiting contracts over the terms of the agreements, which, on average, is approximately 12 months, meaning a significant portion of the revenue we report in each quarter is generated from agreements entered into during previous quarters. Consequently, a decline in new or renewed agreements in any one quarter may not significantly impact our revenue in that quarter but may, instead, negatively affect our revenue in future quarters. In addition, we may be unable to adjust our fixed costs in response to reduced revenue. Accordingly, the effect of significant declines in the sales of these offerings may not be reflected in our short-term results of operations.

**Risks Related to Our Indebtedness** 

***We have indebtedness which could affect our financial condition, and, if adverse changes in the credit markets occur, we may not be able to borrow funds under our revolving credit facility or refinance our indebtedness.***

As of December 31, 2022, we had $30.0 million of outstanding indebtedness under our credit agreement dated June 10, 2022 (the "Credit Agreement") and the facility provides capacity for us to borrow an additional $70.0 million, subject to the terms of the Credit Agreement. If we cannot generate sufficient cash flow from operations to service our debt, we may need to further refinance our debt, dispose of assets or issue equity to obtain necessary funds. We do not know whether we will be able to take any of these actions, if necessary, on a timely basis or on terms satisfactory to us or at all.

Our Credit Agreement consists of a revolving facility and matures in June 2027. The funding of the revolving facility is dependent on a number of financial institutions. It is possible that one or more of the lenders will refuse or be unable to satisfy their commitment to lend to us should we need to borrow funds under the revolving credit facility. If borrowings are unavailable to us and we cannot generate sufficient revenues to fund our operations, our business will be adversely affected. In addition, the inability to borrow could hinder growth if we need funds to complete an acquisition. Our indebtedness could limit our ability to: obtain necessary additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures or other purposes in the future; plan for, or react to, changes in our business and the industries in which we operate; make future acquisitions or pursue other business opportunities; or react in an extended economic downturn.

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***The terms of our Credit Agreement may restrict our current and future operations, which would adversely affect our ability to respond to changes in our business and to manage our operations.***

Our Credit Agreement contains, and any future indebtedness of ours would likely contain, a number of restrictive covenants that impose significant operating and financial restrictions on us, including restrictions on our ability to, among other things:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• incur additional debt;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• pay dividends and make other restricted payments;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• repurchase our own shares;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• create liens;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• make investments and acquisitions;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• engage in sales of assets and subsidiary stock;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• enter into sale-leaseback transactions;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• enter into transactions with affiliates;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• transfer all or substantially all of our assets or enter into merger or consolidation transactions; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• make capital expenditures.

Our Credit Agreement also requires us to maintain certain financial ratios. A failure by us to comply with the covenants or financial ratios contained in our Credit Agreement could result in an event of default under our Credit Agreement which could adversely affect our ability to respond to changes in our business and manage our operations. In the event of any default under our Credit Agreement, the lenders under our Credit Agreement will not be required to lend any additional amounts to us. Our lenders also could elect to declare all amounts outstanding to be due and payable and require us to apply all of our available cash to repay these amounts. If the indebtedness under our Credit Agreement were to be accelerated, there can be no assurance that our assets would be sufficient to repay this indebtedness in full.

***Despite our current level of indebtedness, we may be able to incur substantially more debt, which could increase the risks to our financial condition described above.***

We may be able to incur substantial additional indebtedness in the future. Although the Credit Agreement contains restrictions on the incurrence of additional indebtedness and entering into certain types of other transactions, these restrictions are subject to a number of qualifications and exceptions, including compliance with various financial conditions. Additional indebtedness incurred in compliance with our existing debt could be substantial. To the extent new debt is added to our current debt levels, the substantial leverage risks described in the immediately preceding risk factors would increase. As of December 31, 2022, we had $30 million in total indebtedness with additional borrowing capacity of $70 million, subject to certain availability limits including our consolidated leverage ratio, which generally limits borrowings to 2.5 times annual Adjusted EBITDA levels, as defined in the Credit Agreement.

**Risks Related to Our Technology**

***Issues in the development and use of artificial intelligence ("AI") may result in reputational harm or liability.***

We are incorporating AI into some of our offerings. This AI may be developed by the Company or others. We expect these elements of our business to grow. We envision a future in which AI's incorporation into our products helps our customers be more productive in their work. As with many innovations, AI presents risks and challenges that could affect its adoption, and therefore our business. AI algorithms may be flawed. Datasets may be insufficient or contain biased information. Content generated by AI systems may be offensive, illegal, or otherwise harmful. Ineffective or inadequate AI development or deployment practices by the Company or others could result in incidents that impair the acceptance of AI solutions or cause harm to individuals or society. These deficiencies and other failures of AI systems could subject us to competitive harm, regulatory action, legal liability, and brand or reputational harm. Some AI scenarios present ethical issues or may have broad impacts on society. If we enable or offer AI solutions that have unintended consequences or are controversial because of their impact on human rights, privacy, employment, or other social, economic, or political issues, we may experience brand or reputational harm.

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***We may not timely and effectively scale and adapt our existing technology and network infrastructure to ensure that our websites are accessible within an acceptable load time.***

A key element to our continued growth is the ability of our users (whom we define as anyone who visits our website, regardless of whether or not they are a customer), enterprises and professional organizations in all geographies to access our website within acceptable load times. We call this "website performance." We have experienced, and may in the future experience, website disruptions, outages and other performance problems due to a variety of factors, including infrastructure changes, human or software errors, capacity constraints due to an overwhelming number of users accessing our website simultaneously, and denial of service or fraud or security attacks. In some instances, we may not be able to identify the cause or causes of these website performance problems within an acceptable period of time. It may become increasingly difficult to maintain and improve our website performance, especially during peak usage times and as our solutions become more complex and our user traffic increases. If our websites are unavailable when users attempt to access them or do not load as quickly as they expect, users may seek other websites to obtain the information for which they are looking, and may not return to our websites as often in the future, or at all. This would negatively impact our ability to attract customers, enterprises and professional organizations and increase engagement on our websites. We expect to continue to make significant investments to maintain and improve website performance and to enable rapid releases of new features and products. To the extent that we do not effectively address capacity constraints, upgrade our systems as needed and continually develop our technology and network architecture to accommodate actual and anticipated changes in technology, our business and operating results may be harmed.

***Capacity constraints, systems failures or breaches of our network security could materially and adversely affect our business. If we fail to manage our technical operations infrastructure, our existing customers may experience services outages, and our new customers may experience delays in the deployment of our solution.***

We derive almost all of our revenues from the purchase of recruitment products and services and employment advertising offered on our Dice and ClearanceJobs websites. As a result, our operations depend on our ability to maintain and protect our website services, most of which are housed within Amazon Web Services. System failures, including network, software or hardware failures, which cause interruption or an increase in response time of our services, could substantially decrease usage of our services and could reduce the attractiveness of our services to both our customers and professionals. An increase in the volume of queries conducted through our services could strain the capacity of the software or hardware we employ. This could lead to slower response times or system failures and prevent users from accessing our websites for extended periods of time, thereby decreasing usage and attractiveness of our services. Our technology operations are dependent in part on our ability to protect our operating systems against, among other events:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• physical damage from acts of God;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• terrorist attacks or other acts of war;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• power loss;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• telecommunications failures;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• network, hardware or software failures;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• physical and electronic break-ins;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• cyber security attacks;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• computer viruses or worms;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• identity theft;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• phishing attempts; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• similar events.

Although we maintain insurance against fires, floods, cyber-attacks, and general business interruptions, the amount of coverage may not be adequate in any particular case. Furthermore, the occurrence of any of these events could result in interruptions, delays or cessations in service to users of our services, which could materially impair or prohibit our ability to provide our services and significantly impact our business.

Additionally, overall Internet usage could decline if any well-publicized compromise of security occurs or if there is a perceived lack of security of personal and corporate information stored within our systems to facilitate hiring and recruitment business processes. "Hacking" involves efforts to gain unauthorized access to information or systems or to cause intentional malfunctions or loss or corruption of data, software, hardware or other computer equipment, and online job boards, in

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particular, have been targeted by hackers who seek to gain unauthorized access to job seeker and customer data for purposes of implementing "phishing" or other schemes. Despite our implementation of numerous security measures; including access controls, network security, information security risk management processes, software development security, cryptography, operational security, business continuity and disaster recovery, and physical security, our websites, servers, our databases and other systems as well as those of our customers may be vulnerable to computer hackers, physical or electronic break-ins, sabotage, computer viruses, worms, phishing attacks and similar disruptions from unauthorized tampering with our computer systems.

Our systems, like the systems of many other websites, have been targeted in the past in cyber-attacks and hacks and will continue to be subject to such attacks. While such targets and hacks have not had material impacts on our results of operations and financial condition in the past, we cannot guarantee that similar attacks will not have such material impacts in the future. Because the techniques used to obtain unauthorized access, disable or degrade service, or sabotage systems change frequently, such techniques often are not recognized until launched against a target and may originate from less regulated and remote areas around the world, we may be unable to proactively address these techniques or to implement adequate preventative measures. We will continue to review and enhance our security measures in an attempt to prevent unauthorized and unlawful intrusions, although in the future it is possible we may not be able to prevent all intrusions, and such intrusions could result in our network security or computer systems being compromised and possibly result in the misappropriation or corruption of proprietary or personal information or cause disruptions in our services. We might be required to expend significant capital and resources to protect against, remediate or alleviate problems caused by such intrusions. We may also not have a timely remedy against a hacker who is able to penetrate our network security.

Our networks could also be affected by viruses or malware or other similar disruptive problems, and we could inadvertently transmit these viruses or malware to our users or other third parties. Our hardware and back-up systems could fail causing our services to be interrupted. Our customers may fall prey to successful phishing attacks and inadvertently give unauthorized access to view our candidate profiles. Any of these occurrences, and negative publicity arising from any such occurrences, could harm our business or give rise to a cause of action against us. Our general business interruption insurance policies have limitations with respect to covering interruptions caused by computer viruses or hackers. We have not added specific insurance coverage to protect against these risks. Our activities and the activities of third party contractors involve the storage, use and transmission of proprietary and personal information, including personal information collected from professionals who use our websites. Accordingly, security breaches could expose us to a risk of loss or litigation and possibly liabilities. We cannot assure that contractual provisions attempting to limit our liability in these areas will be successful or enforceable, or that other parties will accept such contractual provisions as part of our agreements. Any security breaches or our inability to provide users with continuous access to our networks could materially impact our ability to provide our services as well as materially impact the confidence of our customers in our services, either of which could have a material adverse effect on our business.

***If our users or customers do not find our candidate profiles useful, it could adversely impact demand for our products and services and the growth of our business.***

Our product integrates publicly available data on the Internet to create aggregated profiles of prospective candidates' professional experience and other employment-related data. These profiles are made available to our customers through our TalentSearch product to help them identify prospective technical candidates in a way that reduces their need to search multiple websites, while delivering more relevant candidates and useful employment information to recruiters and employers that use it. Candidates sought out through the socially aggregated profiles may not be interested in the opportunities presented to them by the recruiters and employers who use the product, which could decrease its demand.

***If Internet search engines' methodologies are modified or our search result page rankings decline for other reasons, our user engagement could decline.***

We depend in part on various Internet search engines, such as Google, Bing and Yahoo!, to direct a significant amount of traffic to our websites. Our ability to maintain the number of visitors directed to our websites is not entirely within our control. Our competitors' search engine optimization, or SEO, efforts may result in their websites receiving a higher search result page ranking than ours, or Internet search engines could revise their methodologies in an attempt to improve their search results, which could adversely affect the placement of our search result page ranking. If search engine companies modify their search algorithms in ways that are detrimental to our new user growth or in ways that make it harder for our users to use our websites, or if our competitors' SEO efforts are more successful than ours, overall growth in our user base could slow, user engagement could decrease, and we could lose existing users. These modifications may be prompted by search engine companies entering

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the online professional networking market or aligning with competitors. Our websites have experienced fluctuations in search result rankings in the past, and we anticipate similar fluctuations in the future. Any reduction in the number of users directed to our websites would harm our business and operating results.

***We may not be able to halt the operations of websites that aggregate our data as well as data from other companies, including social networks, or copycat websites that have misappropriated our data in the past or may misappropriate our data in the future. These activities could harm our brand and our business.***

From time to time, third parties have misappropriated our data through website scraping, robots or other means and aggregated this data on their websites with data from other companies. In addition, "copycat" websites have misappropriated data on our network and attempted to imitate our brand or the functionality of our websites. These activities could degrade our brands and harm our business. When we have become aware of such websites, we have employed technological or legal measures in an attempt to halt their operations. However, we may not be able to detect all such websites in a timely manner and, even if we could, technological and legal measures may be insufficient to stop their operations. In some cases, particularly in the case of websites operating outside of the United States, our available remedies may not be adequate to protect us against such websites. Regardless of whether we can successfully enforce our rights against these websites, any measures that we may take could require us to expend significant financial or other resources.

***We rely on the services of third-party data center hosting facilities. Interruptions or delays in those services could impair the delivery of our service and harm our business.***

Our Dice and ClearanceJobs website applications utilize cloud computing technology. It is hosted pursuant to service agreements on technology platforms by third-party service providers, primarily through Amazon Web Services. We do not control the operation of these providers or their facilities, and the facilities are vulnerable to damage, interruption or misconduct. Unanticipated problems at these facilities could result in lengthy interruptions in our services. If the services of one or more of these providers are terminated, disrupted, interrupted or suspended for any reason, we could experience disruption in our ability to provide our services, which may harm our business and reputation. Further, any damage to, or failure of, the cloud services we use could result in interruptions in our services. Interruptions in our service may damage our reputation, reduce our revenue, cause us to issue credits or pay penalties, cause customers to terminate their agreements and adversely affect our renewal rates and our ability to attract new customers. While we believe our application and network architecture and use of multiple availability zones and regions within Amazon Web Services reduce our risk, our business would be harmed if our customers and potential customers believe our services are unreliable.

**Regulatory Risks**

***We may be liable with respect to the collection, storage, and use of the personal and professional information of the professionals, who use our websites and our current practices may not be in compliance with proposed new laws and regulations.***

Our business depends on our ability to collect, store, use, and disclose personal and professional data from the professionals who use our websites. Our policies concerning the collection, use and disclosure of personally identifiable information are described on our websites. In recent years, class action lawsuits have been filed and the Federal Trade Commission and state agencies have commenced investigations with respect to the collection, use, sale and storage by various Internet companies of users' personal and professional information. While we believe we are in compliance with current law, we cannot ensure that we will not be subject to lawsuits or investigations for violations of law. Moreover, our current practices regarding the collection, storage and use of user information may not be in compliance with currently pending legislative and regulatory proposals by the United States federal government and various state governments intended to limit the collection and use of user information. While we have implemented and intend to implement additional programs designed to enhance the protection of the privacy of our users, these programs may not conform to all or any of these laws or regulations and we may consequently incur civil or criminal liability for failing to conform. As a result, we may be forced to change our current practices relating to the collection, storage and use of user information. Our failure or our perceived failure to comply with laws and regulations could also lead to adverse publicity and a loss of consumer confidence if it were known that we did not take adequate measures to assure the confidentiality of the personally identifiable information that our users had given to us. This could result in a loss of customers and revenue and materially adversely impact the success of our business. Concern among prospective customers and professionals regarding our use of personal information collected on our websites, such as credit card numbers, email

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addresses, phone numbers and other personal information, could keep prospective customers from using our career services websites. Internet-wide incidents or incidents with respect to our websites or databases, including misappropriation of our users' personal information, penetration of our network security, or changes in industry standards, regulations or laws could result in regulatory penalties, liability to the persons whose information was compromised, as well as legal expenses, and could deter people from using the Internet or our websites to conduct transactions that involve confidential information, which could have a material adverse impact on our business. We generally comply with industry standards and are subject to the terms of our privacy policies and privacy-related obligations to third parties (including voluntary third-party certification bodies such as TrustArc). We strive to comply with all applicable laws, policies, legal obligations and industry codes of conduct relating to privacy and data protection, to the extent possible. However, it is possible that these obligations may be interpreted and applied in new ways and/or in a manner that is inconsistent from one jurisdiction to another and may conflict with other rules or our practices or that new regulations could be enacted.

We continue to see increased regulation of data privacy and security, including the adoption of more stringent subject matter specific state laws and national laws regulating the collection and use of data, as well as security and data breach obligations. For example, California adopted the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, or CCPA, which became effective on January 1, 2020 and was recently replaced and expanded upon by the California Privacy Rights Act, or CPRA, which was enacted on November 3, 2020 and went into effect on January 1, 2023. The CCPA established a new privacy framework for covered businesses by, among other things, creating an expanded definition of personal information, establishing new data privacy rights for consumers in the State of California and creating a new and potentially severe statutory damages framework for violations of the CCPA and for businesses that fail to implement reasonable security procedures and practices to prevent data breaches. The CPRA expanded on these protections by introducing new limitations on the sale or sharing of consumers' personal information and the creation of a new state agency to enforce its protections.

The uncertainty and changes in the requirements of multiple jurisdictions may increase the cost of compliance, reduce demand for our websites, restrict our ability to offer services in certain locations or subject us to sanctions by state or national data protection regulators, all of which could harm our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Failure to provide adequate privacy protections and maintain compliance with the new data privacy laws, including the CPRA, could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.

***Our business is subject to U.S. government regulation of the Internet and taxation, which may have a material adverse effect on our business.***

Congress and various state and local governments have passed legislation that regulates various aspects of the Internet, including content, copyright infringement, user privacy, taxation, access charges, liability for third-party activities and jurisdiction. In addition, federal, state, and local governmental organizations are also considering legislative and regulatory proposals that would regulate the Internet. Areas of potential regulation include libel, pricing, quality of products and services and intellectual property ownership. A number of proposals have been made at the state and local level that would impose taxes on the sale of goods and services through the Internet. Such proposals, if adopted, could substantially impair the growth of commerce over the Internet and could adversely affect our business, future results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. We may be subject to restrictions on our ability to communicate with our customers through email, text messages and phone calls. Several jurisdictions have proposed or adopted privacy related laws that restrict or prohibit unsolicited email or "spam." These laws may impose significant monetary penalties for violations. For example, the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003, or "CAN-SPAM," imposes complex and often burdensome requirements in connection with sending commercial email. Among other requirements, CAN-SPAM obligates the sender of commercial emails to provide recipients with the right to "opt-out" of receiving future emails from the sender. In addition, some states have passed laws regulating commercial email practices that are significantly more restrictive and difficult to comply with than CAN-SPAM, some portions of which may not be preempted by CAN-SPAM. If we were found to be in violation of CAN-SPAM or applicable state laws governing email not preempted by CAN-SPAM, we could be required to pay large penalties, which would adversely affect our financial condition, harm our business operations and marketing efforts, injure our reputation and erode candidate and customer trust. The scope of those regulations is unpredictable.

Changes in laws or regulations that adversely affect the growth, popularity or use of the Internet, including laws impacting net neutrality, could decrease the demand for our service and increase our cost of doing business. Certain laws intended to prevent network operators from discriminating against the legal traffic that traverse their networks have been implemented in many jurisdictions. In others, the laws may be nascent or non-existent. Furthermore, favorable laws may change. Given uncertainty around these rules, including changing interpretations, amendments or repeal, coupled with potentially significant political and

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economic power of local network operators, we could experience discriminatory or anti-competitive practices that could impede our growth, cause us to incur additional expense or otherwise negatively affect our business.

Due to the global nature of the Internet, it is possible that the governments of other states and foreign countries might attempt to regulate its transmissions or prosecute us for violations of their laws. We might unintentionally violate such laws or such laws may be modified and new laws may be enacted in the future. Any such developments (or developments stemming from enactment or modification of other laws) may significantly harm our business, operating results and financial condition.

**General Risk Factors**

***We may from time to time consider strategic alternatives that may enhance stockholder value, which may result in the use of a significant amount of our management resources or significant costs, and we may not be able to fully realize the potential benefits of any such transaction.***

We may consider from time to time strategic alternatives to ensure the Company's ownership structure optimizes the Company's ability to achieve growth initiatives through its strategic plan and to maximize stockholder value. The consideration of strategic alternatives could result in, among other things, a sale, merger, consolidation or business combination, asset divestiture, partnering or other collaboration agreements, or potential acquisitions or recapitalizations, in one or more transactions, or continuing to operate with our current business plan and strategy. There can be no assurance that any review of strategic alternatives will result in the identification or consummation of any transaction. Although there would be uncertainty that considering any possible transaction would result in definitive agreements or the completion of such transaction, we may devote a significant amount of our management resources to analyzing and pursuing such a transaction, which could negatively impact our operations. In addition, we may incur significant costs in connection with seeking such transactions or other strategic alternatives regardless of whether the transaction is completed. In the event that we consummate a strategic alternative in the future, we cannot be certain that we would fully realize the potential benefit of such a transaction and cannot predict the impact that such strategic transaction might have on our operations or stock price. We do not undertake to provide updates or make further comments regarding the evaluation of strategic alternatives, unless otherwise required by law.

***If we fail to attract or retain key executives and personnel, there could be a material adverse effect on our business.***

Our performance is substantially dependent on the performance of senior management and key technical personnel. We have employment agreements, which include non-compete provisions, with all members of senior management and certain key technical personnel. However, we cannot assure you that any of these senior managers or others will remain with us or that they will not compete with us in the event they cease to be employees, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. In addition, we have not purchased key person life insurance on any members of our senior management. Our future success also depends upon our continuing ability to identify, attract, hire and retain highly qualified personnel, including skilled technical, management, product and technology, and sales and marketing personnel, all of whom are in high demand and are often subject to competing offers. There has in the past been, and there may in the future be, a shortage of qualified personnel in the career services market. We also compete for qualified personnel with other companies. A loss of a substantial number of qualified employees, or an inability to attract, retain and motivate additional highly skilled employees required for expansion of our business, could have a material adverse effect on our business. In addition, the recent significant decline in our stock price may undermine the use of our equity as a retention tool and may make it more difficult to retain key personnel.

***We may be adversely affected by cyclicality, volatility or an extended downturn in the United States or worldwide economies, in or related to the industries we serve.***

Our revenues are generated primarily from servicing customers seeking to hire qualified professionals in the technology and security-cleared sectors. Demand for these professionals tends to be tied to economic and business cycles. Increases in the unemployment rate, specifically in the technology industry, cyclicality or an extended downturn in the economy could cause our revenues to decline. For example, during the recession in 2001, employers reduced or postponed their recruiting efforts, including their recruitment of professionals in the technology industry. The 2001 economic recession, coupled with the substantial indebtedness incurred by our predecessor, Dice Inc., resulted in Dice Inc. filing for Chapter 11 protection in 2003. As of December 2022, the seasonally unadjusted U.S. unemployment rate was 1.8% for computer-related occupations as compared to the overall national average of 3.5%, seasonally adjusted. The increase in unemployment and decrease in recruitment activity experienced during 2008 and 2009 resulted in decreased demand for our services. During 2009, we

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experienced a 29% decline in revenues compared to 2008. If an economic environment similar to those experienced during 2008 and 2009 returns, our ability to generate revenue may be adversely affected.

In addition, the general level of economic activity in the regions and industries in which we operate significantly affects demand for our services. When economic activity slows, many companies hire fewer employees. Therefore, our operating results, business and financial condition could be significantly harmed by an extended economic downturn or future downturns, especially in regions or industries where our operations are heavily concentrated. Further, we may face increased pricing pressures during such periods as customers seek to use lower cost or fee services. Additionally, the labor market and certain of the industries we serve have historically experienced short-term cyclicality. For example, if the demand for technology professionals decreases, it may be more difficult to sell recruitment packages to our customers. It is difficult to estimate the total number of passive or active job seekers or available job openings in the United States or abroad during any given period. If there is a labor shortage, qualified professionals may be less likely to seek our services, which could cause our customers to look elsewhere for attractive employees. Such labor shortages would require us to intensify our marketing efforts toward professionals so that professionals who post their resumes on our websites remain relevant to our customers, which would increase our expenses. Furthermore, if there is a shortage of available job openings in a particular region or sector we serve, the number of job postings on our websites could decrease, causing our business to be adversely affected. For example, during 2020, because of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on future earnings and cash flows for the tech-focused reporting unit and those that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name, the Company recorded impairment charges totaling $37.8 million.

Any economic downturn or recession in the United States or abroad for an extended period of time could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and liquidity. Based on historical trends, improvements in labor markets and the need for our services generally lag behind overall economic improvements. Additionally, there has historically been a lag from the time customers begin to increase purchases of our services and the impact to our revenues due to the recognition of revenue occurring over the length of the contract, which can be several months to a year.

Volatility in global financial markets may limit our ability to access capital markets at a time when we would like, or need, to raise capital, which could have an impact on our ability to react to changing economic and business conditions. Accordingly, if the domestic or global economies worsen or volatility occurs, our business, results of operations and financial condition could be materially and adversely affected.

***We could be subject to infringement and other claims relating to our services or the content on our websites that may result in costly litigation, the payment of damages or the need to revise the way we conduct business.***

We cannot be certain that our technology, offerings, services or content do not or will not infringe upon the intellectual property or other proprietary rights of third parties, or otherwise violate laws. From time to time we receive notices alleging potential infringement of intellectual property or other proprietary rights of third parties or non-compliance with applicable laws. In seeking to protect our marks, copyrights, domain names and other intellectual property rights, or in defending ourselves against claims of infringement or non-compliance that may or may not be without merit, we could face costly litigation and the diversion of our management's attention and resources. Claims against us could result in the need to develop alternative trademarks, content, technology or other intellectual property or enter into costly royalty or licensing agreements, or substantially modify or cease to offer one or more of our services, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. If we were found to have infringed on a third party's intellectual property or other proprietary rights, or failed to comply with applicable laws, among other things, the value of our brands and our business reputation could be impaired, and our business could suffer.

***If we are unable to enforce or defend our ownership or use of intellectual property, our business, competitive position and operating results could be harmed.***

The success of our business depends in large part on our intellectual property rights, including existing and future trademarks and copyrights, which are and will continue to be valuable and important assets of our business. Our business could be harmed if we are not able to protect the content of our databases and our other intellectual property. We have taken measures to protect our intellectual property, such as requiring our employees and consultants with access to our proprietary information to execute confidentiality agreements. In the future, we may sue competitors or other parties who we believe to be infringing our intellectual property. We may in the future also find it necessary to assert claims regarding our intellectual property. These measures may not be sufficient or effective to protect our intellectual property. We also rely on laws, including those regarding copyrights and trademarks to protect our intellectual property rights. Current laws, or the enforceability of such laws,

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specifically in foreign jurisdictions, may not adequately protect our intellectual property or our databases and the data contained in them. In addition, legal standards relating to the validity, enforceability and scope of protection of intellectual property rights in Internet related businesses are uncertain and evolving, and we cannot assure you of the future viability or value of any of our proprietary rights. Others may develop technologies similar or superior to our technology. A significant impairment of our intellectual property rights could require us to develop alternative intellectual property, incur licensing or other expenses or limit our product and service offerings.

***Global climate change, including extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, public health issues, or other events outside of our control, as well as related regulations, could negatively impact our operating results and financial condition.***

The effects of climate change, natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis, or other adverse weather and climate conditions, and public health issues like the COVID-19 pandemic, whether occurring in the U.S. or abroad, and the consequences and effects thereof, including have in the past and could in the future harm or disrupt our operations or the operations of our customers, or result in economic instability that may negatively impact our operating results and financial condition..

We have made a public commitment regarding our sourcing of renewable energy for our facilities regarding greenhouse gas Scope 2 emissions. Although we intend to meet these commitments, we may be required to expend significant resources to do so, which could increase our operational costs. Further, there can be no assurance of the extent to which our commitment will be achieved, or that any future investments we make in furtherance of achieving such target and goal will meet investor expectations or legal standards, if any, regarding sustainability performance. Moreover, we may determine that it is in the best interest of our Company and our stockholders to prioritize other business, social, governance or sustainable investments over the achievement of our current commitments based on economic, technological developments, regulatory and social factors, business strategy or pressure from investors, activist groups or other stakeholders. If we are unable to meet these commitments, then we could incur adverse publicity and reaction from investors, activist groups or other stakeholders, which could adversely impact the perception of us and our products and services by current and potential customers, as well as investors, which could in turn adversely impact our results of operations.

***We incur increased costs and will continue to incur these costs as a result of being a public company.***

As a public company, we have incurred and will continue to incur significant levels of legal, accounting and other expenses. In addition, the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 ("Sarbanes Oxley"), the Dodd-Frank Act and related rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and the NYSE regulate corporate governance practices of public companies and impose significant requirements relating to disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting. Compliance with these public company requirements involves significant costs, the commitment of significant management resources, and is time consuming. We are required to expend considerable time and resources complying with public company regulations.

***COVID-19 could continue to have an adverse impact on our business.***

The spread of the COVID-19 pandemic caused an economic downturn on a global scale, as well as significant volatility in the financial markets. COVID-19 slowed recruitment activity for our businesses in 2020 and into the first half of 2021 as employers slowed hiring, which reduced our revenues and operating cash flows. The pandemic could negatively impact our future financial performance, but, based on information currently available, we are not anticipating a significant negative long-term impact on our business and operations, results of operations, financial condition, cash flows, liquidity and capital and financial resources. However, the situation is uncertain. The Company cannot at this time predict the ultimate impact that the COVID-19 pandemic will have on its financial condition and operations. In an effort to protect the health and safety of our employees, we have taken action to adopt certain policies at our office locations, including, at times, working from home, closing of our office locations where necessary, and suspending employee travel. We may have to take further actions that we determine are in the best interests of our employees or as required by federal, state, or local authorities.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold. The extent of the pandemic's effect on our operational and financial performance will depend in large part on future developments, which cannot be predicted with confidence at this time. Future developments include the duration, scope and severity of the pandemic, new and unknown strains of the virus, potential actions taken to contain or mitigate its impact, and the continued development of treatments or additional vaccinations. While we expect the pandemic could negatively impact our financial performance in the future, due to the inherent uncertainty of the

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unprecedented and evolving situation, we may not be able to predict the likely impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our future operations.

**Risks Related to Ownership of Our Securities** 

***If we do not meet the continued listing requirements of the NYSE our common stock may be delisted.***

Our common stock is listed on the NYSE. The NYSE requires us to continue to meet certain listing standards, including standards related to the trading price of our common stock, as well as our global market capitalization. While we are currently in compliance with the NYSE continued listing requirements, we cannot assure you that we will remain in compliance. If we do not meet the NYSE's continued listing standards, we will be notified by the NYSE and we will be required to take corrective action to meet the continued listing standards; otherwise our common stock will be delisted from the NYSE. A delisting of our common stock on the NYSE would reduce the liquidity and market price of our common stock and the number of investors willing to hold or acquire our common stock, which could negatively impact our ability to access the public capital markets. A delisting would also reduce the value of our equity compensation plans, which could negatively impact our ability to retain key employees.

***Our stock price has been volatile in the past and may be subject to volatility in the future.***

The trading price of our common stock has been volatile in the past and could be subject to fluctuations in response to various factors, some of which are beyond our control. Factors such as announcements of variations in our quarterly financial results and fluctuations in revenue could cause the market price of our common stock to fluctuate. Fluctuations in the valuation of companies perceived by investors to be comparable to us or in valuation metrics, such as our price to earnings ratio, could impact our stock price. Additionally, the stock markets have at times experienced price and volume fluctuations that have affected and might in the future affect the market prices of equity securities of many companies. These fluctuations have, in some cases, been unrelated or disproportionate to the operating performance of these companies. Further, the trading prices of publicly traded shares of companies in our industry have been particularly volatile and may be very volatile in the future. These broad market and industry fluctuations, as well as general economic, political and market conditions such as recessions, interest rate changes, or political unrest, may negatively impact the market price of our common stock.

***Failure to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results and stock price.***

Maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting is necessary for us to produce reliable financial reports and is important in helping to prevent financial fraud. If we are unable to maintain adequate internal controls, our business and operating results could be harmed. We are required to satisfy the requirements of Section 404 of Sarbanes Oxley and the related rules of the SEC, which require, among other things, our management to assess annually the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting and our independent registered public accounting firm to issue a report on that assessment. We may be unable to remedy deficiencies before the requisite deadlines for those reports. Any failure to remediate deficiencies noted by our independent registered public accounting firm or to implement required new or improved controls or difficulties encountered in their implementation could cause us to fail to meet our reporting obligations or result in material misstatements in our financial statements. If our management or our independent registered public accounting firm were to conclude in their reports that our internal control over financial reporting was not effective, investors could lose confidence in our reported financial information, and the trading price of our stock could drop significantly.

***The estimates and assumptions on which our financial projections are based may prove to be inaccurate, which may cause our actual results to materially differ from such projections, which may adversely affect our future profitability, cash flows and stock price.***

Our financial projections, including any sales or earnings guidance or outlook we may provide from time to time, are dependent on certain estimates and assumptions related to, among other things, the demand for technology professionals, development and launch of innovative new products, market share projections, product pricing, sales, cost savings, accruals for estimated liabilities, and our ability to generate sufficient cash flow to reinvest in our existing business, fund internal growth, repurchase our stock, make acquisitions, invest in joint ventures, and meet debt obligations. Our financial projections are based on historical experience and on various other estimates and assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances

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and at the time they are made, and our actual results may differ materially from our financial projections, especially in light of the increased difficulty in making such estimates and assumptions as a result of the current macroeconomic environment. Any material variation between our financial projections and our actual results may adversely affect our future profitability, cash flows and stock price.

***We expect our operating results to fluctuate on a quarterly and annual basis.***

Our revenue and operating results could vary significantly from quarter-to-quarter and year-to-year and may fail to match our past performance because of a variety of factors, some of which are outside of our control. Any of these events could cause the market price of our common stock to fluctuate. Factors that may contribute to the variability of our operating results include:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the size and seasonal variability of our customers' recruiting and marketing budgets;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the emergence of new competitors in our market whether by established companies or the entrance of new companies;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the cost of investing in our technology infrastructure may be greater than we anticipate;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to increase our customer base and customer and professional engagement;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• disruptions or outages in the availability of our websites, actual or perceived breaches of privacy and compromises of our customers' or professionals' data;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• changes in our pricing policies or those of our competitors;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• macroeconomic changes, in particular, deterioration in labor markets, which would adversely impact sales of our hiring solutions, or economic growth that does not lead to job growth, for instance increases in productivity;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• costs associated with data security which is becoming increasingly complex;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the timing and costs of expanding our organization and delays or inability in achieving expected productivity;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the timing of certain expenditures, including hiring of employees and capital expenditures;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• our ability to increase sales of our products and solutions to new customers and expand sales of additional products and solutions to our existing customers;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• the extent to which existing customers renew their agreements with us and the timing and terms of those renewals; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• general industry and macroeconomic conditions.

***Actions of activist shareholders could cause us to incur substantial costs, divert management's attention and resources, and have an adverse effect on our business.***

We have been the subject of activity by activist shareholders in the past and shareholder activism generally is increasing. Responding to shareholder activism can be costly and time-consuming, disrupt our operations, and divert the attention of management and our employees from our strategic initiatives. Activist campaigns can create perceived uncertainties as to our future direction, strategy, or leadership and may result in the loss of potential business opportunities, harm our ability to attract new employees, investors, customers, and other partners, and cause our stock price to experience periods of volatility.

**Item 1B.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Unresolved Staff Comments**

None.

**Item 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Properties**

We do not own any properties. Our corporate headquarters is located at 6465 South Greenwood Plaza, Suite 400, Centennial, Colorado, where we lease approximately 28,000 square feet. We lease approximately 45,000 square feet of office space in Urbandale, Iowa, approximately 25,000 square feet in West Des Moines, Iowa, which will replace the Urbandale, Iowa facility in 2023, and 16,000 square feet of office space in New York, New York, of which 12,000 square feet was subleased during the third quarter of 2018. All of our properties are leased for our Tech-focused segment, which is our only reportable segment.

We believe that our facilities are adequate for current and anticipated future use, although we may from time to time lease additional facilities as operations require.

**Item 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Legal Proceedings**

From time to time we may be involved in disputes or litigation relating to claims arising out of our operations. We are currently not a party to any material unrecorded pending legal proceedings. See also Note 12 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

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**Item 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mine Safety Disclosures**

Not applicable.

**PART II**

**Item 5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities** 

**Market Information**

Our common stock is listed on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "DHX".

**Holders**

As of December 31, 2022, there were 19 stockholders of record of our common stock. A significant number of the outstanding shares of common stock, which are beneficially owned by individuals and entities, are registered in the name of Cede & Co. Cede & Co. is a nominee of The Depository Trust Company, a securities depository for banks and brokerage firms.

**Dividend Policy**

We have not declared or paid any cash dividends on our stock as a public company. We currently anticipate that all future earnings will be retained by the Company to support our long-term growth strategy. Accordingly, we do not anticipate paying periodic cash dividends on our stock for the foreseeable future.

Furthermore, our Credit Agreement restricts the amount of cash dividends that we can pay.

The payment of any future dividends will be at the discretion of our board of directors and subject to the Credit Agreement and will depend upon, among other things, future earnings, operations, capital requirements, our general financial condition, compliance with covenants under any then-existing financing agreements, contractual restrictions and general business conditions.

**Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer**

Our board of directors approved a stock repurchase program that permitted the Company to repurchase our common stock. The following table summarizes the stock repurchase plans approved by the board of directors:

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| | **May 2019 to May 2020** | **May 2020 to May 2021**<sup>(1)</sup> | **February 2021 to June 2022**<sup>(2)</sup> | **February 2022 to February 2023**<sup>(3)</sup> |
| Approval Date | April 2019 | May 2020 | February 2021 | February 2022 |
| Authorized Repurchase Amount of Common Stock | $7 million | $5 million | $20 million | $15 million |
| (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. |
| (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company ended its $8 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company ended its $8 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company ended its $8 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company ended its $8 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company ended its $8 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date. |
| (3) On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. |

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Under each plan, management has discretion in determining the conditions under which shares may be purchased from time to time. Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company's Board of directors announced a new stock repurchase program that permits the repurchase of up to $10 million of the Company's common stock through February 2024.

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During the three months ended December 31, 2022, purchases of our common stock pursuant to the Stock Repurchase Plans were as follows:

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| Period | (a) Total Number of Shares Purchased [1] | (b) Average Price Paid per Share [2] | (c) Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs [3] | (d) Maximum Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs |
| October 1 through October 31, 2022 | 207759 | $5.88 | 207759 | $4430601 |
| November 1 through November 30, 2022 | 219575 | $5.69 | 219575 | $3180143 |
| December 1 through December 31, 2022 | 212690 | $5.21 | 212690 | $2071641 |
| Total | 640024 |  | 640024 |  |

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[1] No shares of our common stock were purchased other than through a publicly announced plan or program.

[2] Average price paid per share includes costs associated with the repurchases.

[3] On February 15, 2022, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. The number, price, structure, and timing of the repurchases, if any, will be at our sole discretion and future repurchases will be evaluated by us depending on market conditions, liquidity needs, restrictions under the agreements governing our indebtedness, and other factors. Share repurchases may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The repurchase authorization does not oblige us to acquire any particular amount of our common stock. The Board of Directors may suspend, modify, or terminate the repurchase program at any time without prior notice.

**Performance Graph**

The following graph shows the total shareholder return of an investment of $100 in cash on December 31, 2017 through December 31, 2022 (the last trading day of our common stock on the NYSE in 2022) for (i) our common stock, (ii) the Russell 2000 and (iii) the Dow Jones Internet Composite Index, at the closing price on December 31, 2022. All values assume reinvestment of the full amount of all dividends, if any.

![dhx-20221231_g1.jpg](dhx-20221231_g1.jpg)

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| | 12/31/2017 | 12/31/2018 | 12/31/2019 | 12/31/2020 | 12/31/2021 | 12/31/2022 |
| DHX | $100.00 | $80.00 | $158.42 | $116.84 | $328.42 | $278.42 |
| Russell 2000 | $100.00 | $88.99 | $111.70 | $134.00 | $153.85 | $122.41 |
| Dow Jones Internet Composite Index | $100.00 | $106.51 | $127.43 | $194.98 | $208.14 | $113.70 |

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The returns shown on the graph do not necessarily predict future performance. The performance graph is not deemed "filed" with the SEC.

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**Item 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reserved&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**

None.

**Item 7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations**

*The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes included elsewhere in this Annual Report. Certain statements we make under this Item 7 constitute "Forward-Looking Statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the Securities Act and the Exchange Act. See also "Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements."* 

*You should keep in mind that any forward-looking statement made by us herein, or elsewhere, speaks only as of the date on which it is made. New risks and uncertainties come up from time to time, and it is impossible to predict these events or how they may affect us. We have no obligation to update any forward-looking statements after the date hereof, except as required by applicable federal securities law.*

**Overview**

We are a provider of software products, online tools and services that deliver career marketplaces to candidates and employers in the United States. DHI's brands, Dice and ClearanceJobs, enable recruiters and hiring managers to efficiently search, match and connect with highly skilled technologists in specialized fields, particularly technology and active government security clearance. Professionals find ideal employment opportunities, relevant job advice and personalized data that help manage their technologists' lives.

In online recruitment, we specialize in employment categories in which there has been a long-term scarcity of highly skilled, highly qualified professionals relative to market demand, specifically technologists who work in a variety of industries or have active government security clearances. Our websites serve as online two-sided marketplaces where employers and recruiters source and connect with prospective employees, and where technologists find relevant job opportunities, data and information to further their careers. Our websites offer job postings, news and content, career development and recruiting services tailored to the specific needs of the professional community that each website serves.

Majority ownership and control of DHI's eFinancialCareers ("eFC") business, which provides career websites to the financial services industry and has operations in the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America, was transferred to eFC management on June 30, 2021. The Company retained a 40% common share interest. As a result, all ongoing DHI operations, which include the Dice and ClearanceJobs brands, are in the United States subsequent to June 30, 2021. As a result of the eFC separation, the eFC business was deconsolidated from the Company's consolidated financial statements as of June 30, 2021 and is reflected as a discontinued operation.

We have been in the recruiting and career development business for over 30 years. Based on our operating structure, we have identified one reportable segment, Tech-focused, which includes the Dice and ClearanceJobs businesses and corporate related costs. The Dice and ClearanceJobs businesses and corporate related costs are aggregated into the Tech-focused reportable segment primarily because the Company does not have discrete financial information for those brands or costs.

**Recent Developments**

None.

**Our Revenues and Expenses**

We derive the majority of our revenues from customers who pay fees, either annually, quarterly or monthly, to post jobs on our websites and to access our searchable databases of resumes. Our fees vary by customer based on the number of individual users of our databases of resumes, the number and type of job postings and profile views purchased and the terms of the packages purchased. Our Company sells recruitment packages that can include access to our databases of resumes and job posting capabilities. We believe the key metrics that are material to an analysis of our businesses are our total number of Dice and ClearanceJobs recruitment package customers and the revenue, on average, that these customers generate. The tables below detail this customer data.

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| **Recruitment Package Customers** | **Recruitment Package Customers** | **Recruitment Package Customers** | **Recruitment Package Customers** | **Recruitment Package Customers** |
| | | | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| **Recruitment Package Customers:** | **December 31, 2022** | **December 31, 2021** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| Dice | 6311 | 6004 | 307 | 5% |
| ClearanceJobs | 2064 | 1878 | 186 | 10% |

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| **Average Annual Revenue per Recruitment Package Customer** <sup>(1)</sup> | **Average Annual Revenue per Recruitment Package Customer** <sup>(1)</sup> | **Average Annual Revenue per Recruitment Package Customer** <sup>(1)</sup> | **Average Annual Revenue per Recruitment Package Customer** <sup>(1)</sup> | **Average Annual Revenue per Recruitment Package Customer** <sup>(1)</sup> |
| | **FY 2022** | **FY 2021** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| Dice | $14664 | $13644 | $1020 | 7% |
| ClearanceJobs | $19080 | $17028 | $2052 | 12% |
| (1) Calculated by dividing recruitment package customer revenue by the daily average count of recruitment package customers during each month, adjusted to reflect a thirty day month. The simple average of each month is used to derive the amount for each period and then annualized to reflect 12 months. | (1) Calculated by dividing recruitment package customer revenue by the daily average count of recruitment package customers during each month, adjusted to reflect a thirty day month. The simple average of each month is used to derive the amount for each period and then annualized to reflect 12 months. | (1) Calculated by dividing recruitment package customer revenue by the daily average count of recruitment package customers during each month, adjusted to reflect a thirty day month. The simple average of each month is used to derive the amount for each period and then annualized to reflect 12 months. | (1) Calculated by dividing recruitment package customer revenue by the daily average count of recruitment package customers during each month, adjusted to reflect a thirty day month. The simple average of each month is used to derive the amount for each period and then annualized to reflect 12 months. | (1) Calculated by dividing recruitment package customer revenue by the daily average count of recruitment package customers during each month, adjusted to reflect a thirty day month. The simple average of each month is used to derive the amount for each period and then annualized to reflect 12 months. |

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Dice had 6,311 recruitment package customers as of December 31, 2022, which was an increase of 307, or 5%, year over year and average revenue per recruitment package customer for Dice increased 7% for the year ended December 31, 2022. The increases were driven by strong renewal rates and new business customers. ClearanceJobs had 2,064 recruitment package customers as of December 31, 2022 compared to 1,878 as of December 31, 2022, an increase of 10%, and average revenue per recruitment package customer increased 12%. The increases for ClearanceJobs were due to continued high demand for professionals with government clearance and consistent product releases and enhancements driving activity on the site.

Deferred revenue, as shown on the consolidated balance sheets, reflects customer billings made in advance of services being rendered. Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. We believe backlog to be an important measure of our business as it represents our ability to generate future revenue. A summary of our deferred revenue and backlog is as follows:

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| Summary of Deferred Revenue and Backlog: | **December 31, 2022** | **December 31, 2021** | **Increase** | **Percent Change** |
|  | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| **Deferred Revenue** | $**50864** | $**46146** | $4718 | 10% |
| Contractual commitments not invoiced | 66391 | 46497 | 19894 | 43% |
| Backlog<sup>1</sup> | $117255 | $92643 | $24612 | 27% |
| (1) Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. | (1) Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. | (1) Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. | (1) Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. | (1) Backlog consists of deferred revenue plus customer contractual commitments not invoiced representing the value of future services to be rendered under committed contracts. |

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Backlog at December 31, 2022 increased $24.6 million from December 31, 2021 due to the strong technology recruitment market driving bookings growth for both Dice and ClearanceJobs, investments in product, sales and marketing and a focus on signing multi-year contracts.

To a lesser extent, we also generate revenue from advertising on our various websites or from lead generation and marketing solutions provided to our customers. Advertisements include various forms of rich media and banner advertising, text links, sponsorships, and custom content marketing solutions. Lead generation information utilizes advertising and other methods to deliver leads to a customer.

The Company continues to evolve and develop new software products and features to attract and engage qualified professionals and match them with employers. Our ability to grow our revenues will largely depend on our ability to grow our customer bases in the markets in which we operate by acquiring new customers while retaining a high proportion of the customers we currently serve, and to expand the breadth of services our customers purchase from us. We continue to make investments in our business and infrastructure to help us achieve our long-term growth objectives, such as the innovative products in the table below.

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| ***Product Releases*** | ***Product Releases*** |
| **2022** | **2021** |
| Dice Employer Multi-Factor Authentication, Revamped technologist onboarding, New Job Page, Dice New Job Apply Flow, Dice TalentSearch Time Zone Search, Dice TalentSearch Auto Talent Alerts, Dice iOS App Messaging | Dice Marketplace, Dice TalentSearch Social Data Refresh, Brand.io, TalentSearch Personalization, Unbiased Sourcing Mode |
| ClearanceJobs Company Page, ClearanceJobs Multi-Factor Authentication, ClearanceJobs Live Video, ClearanceJobs Scheduled Broadcast Messages | ClearanceJobs Meetings, ClearanceJobs Video, Team Recruiting, Shared Talent Pipelines, Quality of Use Improvements |

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Other material factors that may affect our results of operations include, but are not limited to, our ability to attract qualified professionals that become engaged with our websites and our ability to attract customers with relevant job opportunities. The more qualified professionals that use our websites, the more attractive our websites become to employers and advertisers, which in turn makes them more likely to become our customers, positively impacting our results of operations. If we are unable to continue to attract qualified professionals to engage with our websites, our customers may no longer find our services attractive, which could have a negative impact on our results of operations. Additionally, we need to ensure that our websites remain relevant in order to attract qualified professionals to our websites and to engage them in high-value tasks, such as posting resumes and applying to jobs.

The largest components of our expenses are personnel costs and marketing and sales expenditures. Personnel costs consist of salaries, benefits, and incentive compensation for our employees, including commissions for salespeople. Personnel costs are categorized in our statement of operations based on each employee's principal function. Marketing expenditures primarily consist of online advertising, brand promotion and lead generation to employers and job seekers.

**Critical Accounting Estimates**

This discussion of our financial condition and results of operations is based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We evaluate our estimates, including our critical accounting estimates, on an ongoing basis. We based our estimates of the carrying value of certain assets and liabilities on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe are reasonable. In many cases, we could reasonably have used different accounting policies and estimates. In some cases, changes in the accounting estimates are reasonably likely to occur from period to period. Our actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. We believe the following critical accounting estimates affect our more significant judgments used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements.

*Goodwill*

We record goodwill when the purchase price paid for an acquisition exceeds the estimated fair value of the net identified tangible and intangible assets acquired.

We determine whether the carrying value of recorded goodwill is impaired on an annual basis or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. In testing goodwill for impairment, a qualitative assessment can be performed and if it is determined that the fair value of the reporting unit is more likely than not less than the carrying amount, the impairment review process compares the fair value of the reporting unit in which the goodwill resides to the carrying value of that reporting unit. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, an impairment charge is recorded for the amount the carrying value exceeds the fair value. Our annual impairment test for goodwill is performed on October 1 of each year.

The annual impairment test for the Tech-focused reporting unit performed as of October 1, 2022 resulted in the fair value of the reporting unit being substantially in excess of the carrying value with fair value exceeding the carrying value by 154%. Results for the Tech-focused reporting unit for the fourth quarter of 2022 and estimated future results as of December 31, 2022 approximate the projections used in the October 1, 2022 analysis. As a result, the Company believes it is not more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value as of December 31, 2022. Therefore, no quantitative impairment test was performed as of December 31, 2022.

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During the third quarter of 2020, the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continued and the Company's projected earnings and cash flows for the Tech-focused reporting unit declined as compared to the projections used in the March 31, 2020 analysis. As a result, the Company performed an interim impairment analysis as of September 30, 2020, which resulted in the Company recording an impairment charge of $23.6 million during the three month period ended September 30, 2020. No impairment was recorded during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.

The amount of goodwill as of December 31, 2022 allocated to the Tech-focused reporting unit was $128.1 million. The discount rate applied for the Tech-focused reporting unit in the October 1, 2022 analysis was 11.0%. An increase to the discount rate applied or reductions to future projected operating results could result in future impairment of the Tech-focused reporting unit's goodwill. It is reasonably possible that changes in judgments, assumptions and estimates the Company made in assessing the fair value of goodwill could cause the Company to consider some portion or all of the goodwill of the Tech-focused reporting unit to become impaired. In addition, a future decline in the overall market conditions, uncertainty related to COVID-19, political instability, and/or changes in the Company's market share could negatively impact the estimated future cash flows and discount rates used to determine the fair value of the reporting unit and could result in an impairment charge in the foreseeable future.

The determination of whether or not goodwill has become impaired is judgmental in nature and requires the use of estimates and key assumptions, particularly assumed discount rates and projections of future operating results, such as forecasted revenues and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization margins and capital expenditure requirements. Fair values are determined by using a combination of a discounted cash flow methodology and a market comparable method. The discounted cash flow methodology is based on projections of the amounts and timing of future revenues and cash flows, assumed discount rates and other assumptions as deemed appropriate. We consider factors such as historical performance, anticipated market conditions, operating expense trends and capital expenditure requirements. Additionally, the discounted cash flows analysis takes into consideration cash expenditures for product development, other technological updates and advancements to our websites and investments to improve our candidate databases. The market comparable method indicates the fair value of a business by comparing it to publicly traded companies in similar lines of business or to comparable transactions or assets. Considerations for factors such as size, growth, profitability, risk and return on investment are analyzed and compared to the comparable businesses and adjustments are made. A market value of invested capital of the publicly traded companies is calculated and then applied to the entity's operating results to arrive at an estimate of value. Changes in our strategy and/or market conditions could significantly impact these judgments and require adjustments to recorded amounts of goodwill.

*Indefinite-Lived Acquired Intangible Assets*

The indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets include the Dice trademarks and brand name. The Dice trademark, trade name and domain name is one of the most recognized names of online technology recruiting and career development. Since Dice's inception in 1991, the brand has been recognized as a leader in recruiting and career development services for technology and engineering professionals. Currently, the brand is synonymous with the most specialized online marketplace for industry-specific technologists. The brand has a significant presence in online recruiting and career development services. Considering the recognition and the awareness of the Dice brand in the talent acquisition and staffing services market, Dice's long operating history and the intended use of the Dice brand, the remaining useful life of the Dice trademark, trade name and domain name was determined to be indefinite.

We determine whether the carrying value of our recorded indefinite-lived acquired intangible asset is impaired on an annual basis or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. The impairment review process is performed on October 1 of each year and compares the fair value of the indefinite-lived acquired intangible asset to its carrying value. If the carrying value exceeds the fair value, an impairment loss is recorded. The impairment test performed as of October 1, 2022 resulted in the fair value of the Dice trademarks and brand name exceeding the carrying value by 137%. The Company's operating results attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name for the fourth quarter of 2022 and estimated future results as of December 31, 2022 approximate the projections used in the October 1, 2022 analysis. As a result, the Company believes it is not more likely than not that the fair value of the Dice trademarks and brand name is less than the carrying value as of December 31, 2022. Therefore, no quantitative impairment test was performed as of December 31, 2022. No impairment was recorded during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.

During the first quarter of 2020, because of the initial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on future earnings and cash flows that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name, the Company performed an interim impairment analysis. As a result of the analysis, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $7.2 million during the first

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quarter of 2020. During the third quarter of 2020, the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continued and the Company's projected earnings and cash flows that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name declined as compared to the projections used in the March 31, 2020 analysis. As a result, the Company performed an interim impairment analysis as of September 30, 2020, which resulted in the Company recording an additional impairment charge of $8.0 million during the three month period ended September 30, 2020.

The projections utilized in the October 1, 2022 analysis included increasing revenues at rates approximating industry growth projections. The Company's ability to achieve these revenue projections may be impacted by, among other things, uncertainty related to COVID-19, competition in the technology recruiting market, challenges in developing and introducing new products and product enhancements to the market and the Company's ability to attribute value delivered to customers. The October 1, 2022 analysis included operating margins during the year ending December 31, 2022 that approximate operating margins for the year ended December 31, 2021 and then increasing modestly. If future cash flows that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name are not achieved, the Company could realize an impairment in a future period. In the October 1, 2022 analysis, the Company utilized a relief from royalty rate method to value the Dice trademarks and brand name using a royalty rate of 4.0%, which is based on comparable industry licensing agreements and the profitability attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name, and a discount rate of 12.0%.

The determination of whether or not indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets have become impaired involves a significant level of judgment in the assumptions underlying the approach used to determine the value of the indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets. Fair values are determined using a profit allocation methodology which estimates the value of the trademark and brand name by capitalizing the profits saved because the company owns the asset. We consider factors such as historical performance, anticipated market conditions, operating expense trends and capital expenditure requirements. Changes in our strategy, uncertainty related to COVID-19, and/or changes in market conditions could significantly impact these judgments and require adjustments to recorded amounts of intangible assets. If projections are not achieved, the Company could realize an impairment in the foreseeable future.

*Income Taxes*

We utilize the asset and liability method of accounting for income taxes. Under this method, deferred income taxes are recognized for differences between the financial statement and tax bases of assets and liabilities at enacted statutory tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized.

The calculation of our tax liabilities involves dealing with uncertainties in applying tax laws and regulations in numerous jurisdictions. Tax benefits from uncertain tax positions are recognized when it is more likely than not that the positions will be sustained upon examination, including resolutions of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits. Because of the complexity of some of these uncertainties, the ultimate resolution could result in a payment that is materially different from our current estimate of the accrual for unrecognized tax benefits.

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**Results of Operations**

Our historical financial information discussed in this Annual Report has been derived from the Company's financial statements and accounting records for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020. Consolidated operating results in dollars and as a percent of revenue follows:

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| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** |
| (in thousands) | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** | **2022 vs 2021** | **2021 vs 2020** |
| **Revenues** | $**149680** | $**119903** | $**111167** | $**29777** | $**8736** |
| Operating expenses: |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cost of revenues | 17607 | 15088 | 14286 | 2519 | 802 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Product development | 17674 | 16020 | 14887 | 1654 | 1133 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sales and marketing | 59364 | 43701 | 39693 | 15663 | 4008 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;General and administrative | 34049 | 28583 | 26625 | 5466 | 1958 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation | 17487 | 16344 | 10259 | 1143 | 6085 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of intangible assets |  |  | 15200 |  | (15200) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill |  |  | 22607 |  | (22607) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of right-of-use asset |  | 1919 |  | (1919) | 1919 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total operating expenses** | **146181** | **121655** | **143557** | **24526** | **(21902)** |
| Other operating income: |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from settlement | 2061 | **—** | **—** | 2061 |  |
| **Operating income (loss)** | $**5560** | $**(1752)** | $**(32390)** | $**7312** | $**30638** |

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| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| **Revenues** | **100.0%** | **100.0%** | **100.0%** |
| Operating expenses: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cost of revenues | 11.8% | 12.6% | 12.9% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Product development | 11.8% | 13.4% | 13.4% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sales and marketing | 39.7% | 36.4% | 35.7% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;General and administrative | 22.7% | 23.8% | 24.0% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation | 11.7% | 13.6% | 9.2% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of intangible assets | —% | —% | 13.7% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill | —% | —% | 20.3% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of right-of-use asset | —% | 1.6% | —% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total operating expenses** | **97.7%** | **101.5%** | **129.1%** |
| Other operating income: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from settlement | 1.4% | —% | —% |
| **Operating income (loss)** | **3.7%** | **(1.5)%** | **(29.1)%** |

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**Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2022 and 2021**

*Revenues*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dice<sup>(1)</sup> | $106957 | $86257 | $20700 | 24.0% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ClearanceJobs | 42723 | 33646 | 9077 | 27.0% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total revenues** | $**149680** | $**119903** | $**29777** | **24.8%** |
| (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. |

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We experienced an increase in revenue of $29.8 million, or 24.8%. Revenue at Dice increased by $20.7 million, or 24.0%, compared to the same period of 2021 due to improvements in renewal rates and new business activity along with increasing customer counts, which drives additional revenue. Revenues for ClearanceJobs increased by $9.1 million, or 27.0%, as compared to the same period of 2021, driven by continued high demand for professionals with government clearance and consistent product releases and enhancements driving activity on the site.

*Cost of Revenues*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Cost of revenues | $17607 | $15088 | $2519 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of revenues | 11.8% | 12.6% |  |  |

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Cost of revenues increased by $2.5 million, or 16.7%, driven by an increase of $1.8 million from higher compensation related costs, primarily from higher headcount. Operational costs, including the amortization of cloud computing and consulting costs, increased by $0.7 million.

*Product Development Expenses*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Product development | $17674 | $16020 | $1654 | 10.3% |
| Percentage of revenues | 11.8% | 13.4% |  |  |

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Product development expenses increased $1.7 million, or 10.3%, driven by an increase of $5.0 million from higher compensation related costs, primarily due to higher headcount, partially offset by an increase in capitalized labor of $3.8 million, which decreases operating expenses. Additionally, operational costs, including consulting, education and training costs, increased by $0.5 million.

*Sales and Marketing Expenses*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Sales and marketing | $59364 | $43701 | $15663 | 35.8% |
| Percentage of revenues | 39.7% | 36.4% |  |  |

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Sales and marketing expenses increased $15.7 million, or 35.8%, from the same period in 2021. The increase was primarily driven by $9.4 million increase in compensation related costs due to increased headcount and higher quota attainment versus sales plan, and a $5.1 million increase in discretionary marketing expenses supporting the growth in the sales team, and a $1.1 million increase in operational costs, including company events, credit card fees, and hotel and travel.

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*General and Administrative Expenses* 

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| General and administrative | $34049 | $28583 | $5466 | 19.1% |
| Percentage of revenues | 22.7% | 23.8% |  |  |

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General and administrative costs increased $5.5 million or 19.1%, primarily due to an increase in compensation related costs of $3.7 million, which includes a $1.8 million increase in stock-based compensation. The increase in compensation expense is primarily due to higher achievement against targets for the Company's bonus and stock-based compensation plans. Operational costs, including bad debt expense and consulting increased by $1.8 million.

*Depreciation*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Depreciation | $17487 | $16344 | $1143 | 7.0% |
| Percentage of revenues | 11.7% | 13.6% |  |  |

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Depreciation expense increased $1.1 million or 7.0% from the same period in 2021, in connection with increasing internal development costs driving higher depreciation.

*Impairment of right-of-use asset*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of right-of-use asset | $— | $1919 | $(1919) | (100.0)% |
| Percentage of revenues | —% | 1.6% |  |  |

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During the third quarter of 2021, due to the continuing impacts of COVID-19 on the real estate markets and its impact on the future cash flows attributable to its right-of-use ("ROU") assets, the Company performed an impairment analysis of a sublease within its ROU assets. As a result, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $1.9 million during the third quarter of 2021, which did not reoccur in 2022.

*Proceeds from settlement* 

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Proceeds from settlement | $2061 | $— | $2061 | —% |
| Percentage of revenues | 1.4% | —% |  |  |

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During the fourth quarter of 2022 the Company received proceeds from a legal settlement of $2.1 million.

*Operating Income (Loss)*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Revenue | $149680 | $119903 | $29777 | 24.8% |
| Operating income (loss) | 5560 | (1752) | $7312 | (417.4)% |
| Percentages of revenues | 3.7% | (1.5)% |  |  |

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Operating income for the year ended December 31, 2022 was $5.6 million, a margin of 3.7%, compared to operating loss of $1.8 million, a negative margin of 1.5%, for the same period in 2021. The increase in operating income and improved percentage margin was driven by higher revenues and proceeds from settlement, partially offset by higher operating costs as the Company invests in its product and sales and marketing for future growth.

*Income from equity method investment*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Income from equity method investment | $1597 | $190 | $1407 | 740.5% |
| Percentage of revenues | 1.1% | 0.2% |  |  |

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During the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company recorded $1.6 million and $0.2 million, respectively, of income related to its proportionate share of eFC's net income. The Company records its proportionate share of eFC's net income three months in arrears. The increase of $1.4 million is primarily due to the 2022 period reflecting a full year of activity.

*Impairment of investment*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of investment | $(2300) | $— | $(2300) | —% |
| Percentage of revenues | (1.5)% | —% |  |  |

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During the third quarter of 2022, the Company recognized a $2.3 million loss related to an impairment of a subordinated convertible promissory note as further described in Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

*Gain on investment*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Gain on investment | $320 | $1198 | $(878) | (73.3)% |
| Percentage of revenues | 0.2% | 1.0% |  |  |

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During the second quarter of 2022, the Company recognized a $0.3 million gain from the sale of its 40% common share interest in Rigzone. The gain on investment of $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2021 relates to a minority interest representing less than 1% of the common stock of a technology company that became publicly traded during the first quarter of 2021 after its initial public offering. The Company sold 100% of this investment during the third quarter of 2021. See also Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

*Interest Expense and Other*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Interest expense and other | $1580 | $667 | $913 | 136.9% |
| Percentage of revenues | 1.1% | 0.6% |  |  |

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Interest expense and other increased by $0.9 million, or 136.9%, from the same period in 2021 due to higher debt outstanding under the Credit Agreement during the current period and higher interest rates.

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*Income Taxes*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** |
| | **(in thousands, except<br>percentages)** | **(in thousands, except<br>percentages)** |
| Income (loss) before income taxes | $3597 | $(1031) |
| Income tax benefit | (579) | (629) |
| Effective tax rate | (16.1)% | 61.0% |

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A reconciliation between the income tax expense (benefit) at the federal statutory rate and the reported income tax benefit is summarized as follows:

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** |
| Federal statutory rate | $755 | $(216) |
| Gain on sale of businesses or investments |  | (251) |
| Stock-based compensation | (1130) | (84) |
| State tax expense, net of federal effect | 139 | 110 |
| Change in accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | (16) | (155) |
| Executive compensation | 266 | 541 |
| Research and development tax credits | (763) | (478) |
| Income from equity method investment | (335) |  |
| Change in valuation allowance | 555 |  |
| Other | (50) | (96) |
| Income tax benefit | $(579) | $(629) |

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Our effective income tax rate was (16.1)% and 61.0% for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The 2022 tax rate differed from the federal statutory rate primarily because of a tax benefit related to the vesting of stock-based compensation; tax credits for research and development; and an increase in the valuation allowance associated with an investment. The 2021 tax rate differed from the federal statutory rate primarily because of the utilization of a capital loss carryforward to offset a gain on an investment; deduction limitations on executive compensation; and tax credits for research and development.

*Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax*

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| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax | $— | $(29340) | $29340 | (100)% |
| Percentage of revenues | —% | (24.5)% |  |  |

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During the second quarter of 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership of its eFC business to eFC management and has recorded it as a discontinued operation. As a result, the Company experienced a loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, of $29.3 million. The loss was comprised of $28.1 million related to the reclassification of currency translation adjustments and $5.2 million from the removal of eFC's net assets. The loss was partially offset by the recording of an equity method investment of $3.6 million and eFC's earnings during the period.

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*Earnings per Share*

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** |
| | **(in thousands, except<br>per share amounts)** | **(in thousands, except<br>per share amounts)** |
| Income (loss) from continuing operations | $4176 | $(402) |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax |  | (29340) |
| Net income (loss) | $4176 | $(29742) |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding - basic | 44274 | 46333 |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding - diluted | 46533 | 46333 |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations | $0.09 | $(0.01) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | $— | $(0.63) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share | $0.09 | $(0.64) |

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Diluted earnings (loss) per share from continuing operations was $0.09 and $(0.01) for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The improvement in the 2022 period was primarily driven by higher revenues, partially offset by higher operating costs as the Company invests in its product and sales and marketing for future growth. The prior year loss was driven by an ROU asset impairment and higher depreciation expense partially offset by gain on investment. Diluted earnings (loss) per share was $0.09 and $(0.64) for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The prior year loss per share was driven by the loss from discontinued operations.

**Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020**

*Revenues*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dice<sup>(1)</sup> | $86257 | $82190 | $4067 | 4.9% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ClearanceJobs | 33646 | 28977 | 4669 | 16.1% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total revenues** | $**119903** | $**111167** | $**8736** | **7.9%** |
| (1) Includes Dice and Career Events | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events |

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We experienced an increase in revenue of $8.7 million, or 7.9%. Revenue at Dice increased by $4.1 million, or 4.9%, compared to the same period in 2020 due to improvements in renewal rates and new business activity along with consistently increasing customer counts during 2021, which drives additional revenue in future periods. Revenues for ClearanceJobs increased by $4.7 million, or 16.1%, as compared to the same period of 2020, driven by continued high demand for professionals with government clearance and consistent product releases and enhancements driving activity on the site.

*Cost of Revenues*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Cost of revenues | $15088 | $14286 | $802 | 5.6% |
| Percentage of revenues | 12.6% | 12.9% |  |  |

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Cost of revenues increased by $0.8 million, or 5.6%, driven by an increase of $0.4 million associated with web hosting and cloud computing, consistent with the Company's investment in its products and tools to enhance sales processes. The Company also experienced a $0.4 million increase in headcount related costs.

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*Product Development Expenses*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Product development | $16020 | $14887 | $1133 | 7.6% |
| Percentage of revenues | 13.4% | 13.4% |  |  |

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Product development expenses increased $1.1 million or 7.6%. Within product development, the Company experienced a decrease in capitalized labor of $0.7 million, which increased expense, along with an increase in consulting costs of $0.3 million.

*Sales and Marketing Expenses* 

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Sales and marketing | $43701 | $39693 | $4008 | 10.1% |
| Percentage of revenues | 36.4% | 35.7% |  |  |

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Sales and marketing expenses increased $4.0 million, or 10.1%, from the same period in 2020. The increase was primarily driven by $2.4 million increase in compensation related costs due to increased headcount and higher quota attainment versus sales plan, and a $1.5 million increase in discretionary marketing expenses as customer recruitment activity rebounded.

*General and Administrative Expenses* 

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| General and administrative | $28583 | $26625 | $1958 | 7.4% |
| Percentage of revenues | 23.8% | 24.0% |  |  |

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General and administrative costs increased $2.0 million or 7.4%, primarily due to an increase in compensation related costs of $2.9 million with business performance driving achievement for the bonus and stock-based compensation plans. This was partially offset by lower bad debt expense of $0.7 million.

*Depreciation*

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Depreciation | $16344 | $10259 | $6085 | 59.3% |
| Percentage of revenues | 13.6% | 9.2% |  |  |

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Depreciation expense increased $6.1 million or 59.3%, from the same period in 2020, in connection with increasing internal development costs during 2019 and 2020 that were then placed in service, primarily in late 2020, and depreciated. Internal development costs are reflected as purchases of fixed assets in the consolidated statements of cash flows.

*Impairment of intangible assets*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of intangible assets | $— | $15200 | $(15200) | (100.0)% |
| Percentage of revenues | —% | 13.7% |  |  |

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The Company has an indefinite-lived acquired intangible asset related to the Dice trademarks and brand name. During the first and third quarters of 2020, because of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company performed an interim impairment

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analysis of the Dice trademarks and brand name. As a result of the analysis, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $15.2 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2020. See also Note 9 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

*Impairment of goodwill*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of goodwill | $— | $22607 | $(22607) | (100.0)% |
| Percentage of revenues | —% | 20.3% |  |  |

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During the third quarter of 2020, because of the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, the Company performed an interim impairment analysis of goodwill. As a result of the analysis, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $22.6 million in the third quarter of 2020. See also Note 10 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

*Impairment of right-of-use asset*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of right-of-use asset | $1919 | $— | $1919 | —% |
| Percentage of revenues | 1.6% | —% |  |  |

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During the third quarter of 2021, due to the continuing impacts of COVID-19 on the real estate markets and its impact on the future cash flows attributable to its ROU assets, the Company performed an impairment analysis of a sublease within its ROU assets. As a result, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $1.9 million during the third quarter of 2021.

*Operating Income (Loss)*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase (Decrease)** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Revenue | $119903 | $111167 | $8736 | 7.9% |
| Operating income (loss) | $(1752) | $(32390) | $30638 | (94.6)% |
| Percentage of revenues | (1.5)% | (29.1)% |  |  |

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Operating loss for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $1.8 million, a negative margin of 1.5%, compared to operating loss of $32.4 million, a negative margin of 29.1%, for the same period in 2020. The decrease in operating loss and improved percentage margin was primarily driven by non-cash impairments of goodwill and intangible assets of $37.8 million during the 2020 period, partially offset by increased investments in sales and marketing, higher depreciation, and the ROU asset impairment of $1.9 million in the third quarter of 2021.

*Income from equity method investment*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Income from equity method investment | $190 | $— | $190 | —% |
| Percentage of revenues | 0.2% | —% |  |  |

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During the fourth quarter of 2021, the Company recorded $0.2 million of income related to its proportionate share of eFC's net income.

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*Impairment of Investment*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Impairment of investment | $— | $(2002) | $2002 | (100.0)% |
| Percentage of revenues | —% | (1.8)% |  |  |

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During the first quarter of 2020, due to the impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company determined the value of its 7.6% interest in a leading tech skills assessment company to be zero. Accordingly, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $2.0 million during the first quarter of 2020.

*Gain on investment*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Increase** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Gain on investment | $1198 | $— | $1198 | —% |
| Percentage of revenues | 1.0% | —% |  |  |

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The gain on investment of $1.2 million relates to a minority interest representing less than 1% of the common stock of a technology company that became publicly traded during the first quarter of 2021 after filing an initial public offering. The Company sold 100% of this investment during the third quarter of 2021. See also Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

*Interest Expense and Other*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Interest expense | $667 | $831 | $(164) | (19.7)% |
| Percentage of revenues | 0.6% | 0.7% |  |  |

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Interest expense and other decreased by $0.2 million, or 19.7%, from the same period in 2020. The decrease in interest expense was primarily due to lower weighted average debt outstanding during the year. The 2020 period included a $0.2 million gain recognized in the second quarter of 2020 on the sale of the Company's 20% interest in BioSpace.

*Income Taxes*

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2021** | **2020** |
| | **(in thousands, except<br>percentages)** | **(in thousands, except<br>percentages)** |
| Loss before income taxes | $(1031) | $(35223) |
| Income tax benefit | (629) | (2826) |
| Effective tax rate | 61.0% | 8.0% |

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A reconciliation between tax benefit at the federal statutory rate and the reported income tax benefit is summarized as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2021** | **2020** |
| Federal statutory rate | $(216) | $(7397) |
| Gain on sale of businesses or investments | (251) | (42) |
| Stock-based compensation | (84) | 432 |
| Nondeductible impairment |  | 5029 |
| State tax expense (benefit), net of federal effect | 110 | (514) |
| Change in accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | (155) | (216) |
| Executive compensation | 541 | 323 |
| Research and development tax credits | (478) | (530) |
| Other | (96) | 89 |
| Income tax benefit | $(629) | $(2826) |

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Our effective income tax rate was 61.0% and 8.0% for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The 2021 tax rate differed from the federal statutory rate primarily because of the utilization of a capital loss carryforward to offset a gain on an investment; deduction limitations on executive compensation; and tax credits for research and development. The 2020 tax rate differed from the federal statutory rate primarily because of tax deficiencies in stock-based compensation; nondeductible impairment charges; state tax benefits; and tax credits for research and development.

*Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax*

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **2021** | **2020** | **Decrease** | **Percent<br>Change** |
| | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** | **(in thousands, except percentages)** |
| Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax | $(29340) | $2382 | $(31722) | (1331.7)% |
| Percentage of revenues | (24.5)% | 2.1% |  |  |

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During the second quarter of 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership of its eFC business to eFC management and has recorded it as a discontinued operation. As a result, the Company experienced a loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, of $29.3 million. The loss was comprised of $28.1 million related to the reclassification of currency translation adjustments and $5.2 million from the removal of eFC's net assets. The loss was partially offset by the recording of an equity method investment of $3.6 million and eFC's earnings during the period. Income from discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2020 represents eFC's earnings during the period.

*Loss per share*

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2021** | **2020** |
| | **(in thousands, except<br>per share amounts)** | **(in thousands, except<br>per share amounts)** |
| Loss from continuing operations | $(402) | $(32397) |
| Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax | (29340) | 2382 |
| Net loss | (29742) | (30015) |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding-diluted | 46333 | 48278 |
| Diluted loss per share - continuing operations | (0.01) | (0.67) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | (0.63) | 0.05 |
| Diluted loss per share | (0.64) | (0.62) |

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Diluted loss per share from continuing operations was $0.01 and $0.67 for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The decrease in diluted loss per share was primarily driven by the non-cash impairment charges during 2020 and

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the gain on investment in the 2021 period, partially offset by the ROU asset impairment and higher depreciation expense in the 2021 period. Diluted loss per share was $0.64 and $0.62 for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Current year to date loss per share is primarily driven by the loss on discontinued operations. The prior year loss per share is primarily driven by the impairment charges.

**Non-GAAP Financial Measures**

We have provided certain non-GAAP financial information as additional measures for our operating results. These measures are not in accordance with, or an alternative for, measures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and may be different from similarly titled non-GAAP measures reported by other companies. We believe the presentation of non-GAAP measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin, provides useful information to management and investors regarding certain financial and business trends relating to our financial condition and results of operations.

*Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin*

Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are non-GAAP metrics used by management to measure operating performance. Management uses Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin as performance measures for internal monitoring and planning, including preparation of annual budgets, analyzing investment decisions and evaluating profitability and performance comparisons between us and our competitors. The Company also uses this measure to calculate amounts of performance based compensation under the senior management incentive bonus program. Adjusted EBITDA represents net income plus (to the extent deducted in calculating such net income) interest expense, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization, and items such as non-cash stock based compensation, losses resulting from certain dispositions outside the ordinary course of business including prior negative operating results of those divested businesses, certain write-offs in connection with indebtedness, impairment charges with respect to long-lived assets, expenses incurred in connection with an equity offering or any other offering of securities by the Company, extraordinary or non-recurring non-cash expenses or losses, losses from equity method investments, transaction costs in connection with the credit agreement, deferred revenues written off in connection with acquisition purchase accounting adjustments, write-off of non-cash stock-based compensation expense, severance and retention costs related to dispositions and reorganizations of the Company, and losses related to legal claims and fees that are unusual in nature or infrequent, minus (to the extent included in calculating such net income) non-cash income or gains, including income from equity method investments, interest income, business interruption insurance proceeds, and any income or gain resulting from certain dispositions outside the ordinary course of business, including prior operating results of those divested businesses, and gains related to legal claims that are unusual in nature or infrequent.

Adjusted EBITDA Margin is computed as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Revenues.

We also consider Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, as defined above, to be important indicators to investors because they provide information related to our ability to provide cash flows to meet future debt service, capital expenditures, working capital requirements, and to fund future growth. We present Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin as supplemental performance measures because we believe that these measures provide our Board, management and investors with additional information to measure our performance, provide comparisons from period to period by excluding potential differences caused by variations in capital structures (affecting interest expense) and tax positions (such as the impact on periods or companies of changes in effective tax rates or net operating losses), and to estimate our value.

We understand that although Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin is frequently used by securities analysts, lenders and others in their evaluation of companies, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin have limitations as analytical tool, and you should not consider them in isolation, or as a substitute for analysis of our liquidity or results as reported under GAAP. Some limitations are:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin do not reflect our cash expenditures, or future requirements for capital expenditures or contractual commitments;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin do not reflect changes in, or cash requirements for, our working capital needs;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin do not reflect interest expense, or the cash requirements necessary to service interest or principal payments on our debt;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Although depreciation and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated and amortized often will have to be replaced in the future, and Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin do not reflect any cash requirements for such replacements; and

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Other companies in our industry may calculate Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin differently than we do, limiting their usefulness as a comparative measure.

To compensate for these limitations, management evaluates our liquidity by considering the economic effect of excluded expense items independently, as well as in connection with its analysis of cash flows from operations and through the use of other financial measures, such as capital expenditure budget variances, investment spending levels and return on capital analysis.

Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are not measurements of our financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered as an alternative to revenue, operating income, net income, net income margin, cash provided by operating activities, or any other performance measures derived in accordance with GAAP as a measure of our profitability or liquidity.

A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 follows (in thousands):

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Reconciliation of Net Income (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA: |  |  |  |
| **Net income (loss)** | $**4176** | $**(29742)** | $**(30015)** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interest expense | 1580 | 748 | 1031 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income tax benefit | (579) | (629) | (2826) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation | 17487 | 16344 | 10259 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Non-cash stock based compensation | 9519 | 7681 | 5764 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income from equity method investment | (1597) | (190) |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of intangible assets |  |  | 15200 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill |  |  | 22607 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of investment | 2300 |  | 2002 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of right-of-use asset |  | 1919 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from settlement | (2061) |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gain on investments | (320) | (1198) | (200) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Severance and related costs | 445 | 1969 | 1194 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Loss (income) on discontinued operations, net of tax |  | 29340 | (2382) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Other |  | (80) |  |
| Adjusted EBITDA | $30950 | $26162 | $22634 |
| Reconciliation of Operating Cash Flows to Adjusted EBITDA: |  |  |  |
| **Net cash provided by operating activities** | $**36035** | $**28581** | $**18683** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interest expense | 1580 | 748 | 1031 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Amortization of deferred financing costs | (146) | (147) | (147) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income tax benefit | (579) | (629) | (2826) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred income taxes | 3800 | 569 | 2918 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Change in accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | 16 | 156 | 446 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Change in accounts receivable | 2109 | 1102 | (859) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Change in deferred revenue | (4718) | (10075) | 8193 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discontinued operations results |  | (3593) | (7290) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Severance and related costs | 445 | 1969 | 1194 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Changes in working capital and other | (7592) | 7481 | 1291 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | $30950 | $26162 | $22634 |

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A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA Margin for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 follows (in thousands, except percentages):

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| **Revenues** | $**149680** | $**119903** | $**111167** |
| **Net income (loss)** | $**4176** | $**(29742)** | $**(30015)** |
| **Net income (loss) margin**<sup>(1)</sup> | **3%** | **(25)%** | **(27)%** |
| Adjusted EBITDA | $30950 | $26162 | $22634 |
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin<sup>(1)</sup> | 21% | 22% | 20% |
| (1) Net income (loss) margin and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are calculated by dividing the respective measure by that period's revenues | (1) Net income (loss) margin and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are calculated by dividing the respective measure by that period's revenues | (1) Net income (loss) margin and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are calculated by dividing the respective measure by that period's revenues | (1) Net income (loss) margin and Adjusted EBITDA Margin are calculated by dividing the respective measure by that period's revenues |

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**Liquidity and Capital Resources**

*Cash Flows*

We have summarized our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 as follows (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Cash from operating activities | $36035 | $28581 | $18683 |
| Cash used in investing activities | (17656) | (19304) | (15904) |
| Cash used in financing activities | (16913) | (15387) | (542) |

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We have financed our operations primarily through cash provided by operating activities and borrowings under our revolving credit facility. At December 31, 2022, we had cash and borrowings of $3.0 million and $30.0 million, respectively, compared to $1.5 million and $23.0 million, respectively, at December 31, 2021.

*Liquidity* 

Our principal internal sources of liquidity are cash on hand, as well as the cash flow that we generate from our operations. In addition, we had $70.0 million in borrowing capacity under our $100.0 million Credit Agreement at December 31, 2022, subject to certain availability limits including our consolidated leverage ratio, which generally limits borrowings to 2.5 times annual Adjusted EBITDA levels, as defined in the Credit Agreement. We believe that our existing cash and cash equivalents, cash generated from our continuing operations and available borrowings under our Credit Agreement will be sufficient to satisfy our currently anticipated cash requirements through at least the next 12 months and the foreseeable future thereafter. However, it is possible that one or more lenders under the Credit Agreement may refuse or be unable to satisfy their commitment to lend to us, we may violate one or more of our covenants or financial ratios contained in our Credit Agreement or we may need to refinance our debt and be unable to do so. In addition, our liquidity could be negatively affected by a decrease in demand for our products and services and the ability of our customers to pay for current or future services. We may also make acquisitions and may need to raise additional capital through future debt financings or equity offerings to the extent necessary to fund such acquisitions, which we may not be able to do on a timely basis or on terms satisfactory to us or at all.

**Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2022 and 2021**

*Operating Activities*

Cash flows from operating activities is driven by earnings and is dependent on the amount and timing of billings and cash collections from our customers. Cash flows from operating activities primarily consists of net income adjusted for certain non-cash items, including depreciation, changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities, stock based compensation, impairments, and the effect of changes in working capital. Net cash flows from operating activities were $36.0 million and $28.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, an increase of $7.4 million. Cash inflow from operations is driven by earnings and is dependent on the amount and timing of payments to vendors and employees and billings to and cash collections

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from our customers. Cash provided by operating activities during the year ended December 31, 2022 increased primarily due to strong billings to and collections from customers and the timing of certain vendor and tax payments.

*Investing Activities* 

During the year ended December 31, 2022, cash used in investing activities was $17.7 million compared to $19.3 million of cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2021. Cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2022 is primarily comprised of $18.0 million of purchases of fixed assets, which is primarily comprised of capitalized development costs as the Company continues to invest in its products. Cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2021 is comprised of $3.2 million of cash transferred to eFC related to the transfer of ownership in the prior year period, $3.0 million of cash paid for an investment as described in Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements, and $14.3 million of fixed assets purchases, which is primarily comprised of capitalized development costs, partially offset by cash proceeds of $1.2 million from the sale of an investment.

*Financing Activities*

Cash used in financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2022 was $16.9 million primarily due to cash uses of $23.4 million, net, related to share repurchases and $0.5 million from financing costs paid, partially offset by $7.0 million of net proceeds on long-term debt. Cash used during the year ended December 31, 2021 was $15.4 million and was driven by $18.4 million of share repurchases, partially offset by $3.0 million of net borrowings on long-term debt.

**Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020**

*Operating Activities*

Net cash flows from operating activities primarily consist of net income adjusted for certain non-cash items, including depreciation, changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities, stock based compensation, impairments, and the effect of changes in

working capital. Net cash flows from operating activities were $28.6 million and $18.7 million for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively, an increase of $9.9 million. Cash inflow from operations is driven by earnings and is dependent on the amount and timing of billings and cash collection from our customers. Cash provided by operating activities during the year ended December 31, 2021 increased primarily due to strong billings to and collections from customers.

*Investing Activities* 

During the year ended December 31, 2021, cash used in investing activities was $19.3 million compared to $15.9 million of cash used in investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2020. Cash used by investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2021 increased from the comparable 2020 period due to cash transferred to the eFC business and cash paid for investment, partially offset by lower internal development costs, primarily driven by lower headcount and development activities dedicated to the transfer of the eFC business, partially offset by higher proceeds from sale of investments.

*Financing Activities*

Cash used in financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2021 was $15.4 million primarily due to $3.0 million of net borrowings on long-term debt and $18.4 million of repurchases of common stock. Cash used during the year ended December 31, 2020 was $0.5 million primarily due to $10.5 million of repurchases of common stock, partially offset by $10.0 million of net borrowings on long-term debt.

**Financings and Capital Requirements**

*Credit Agreement*

We have a $100 million revolving credit facility, which matures June 2027, with $30.0 million of outstanding borrowings on the facility at December 31, 2022, leaving $70.0 million available for future borrowings, subject to the terms of the Credit Agreement. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement denominated in U.S. dollars bear interest, payable at least quarterly, at the Company's option, at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") or a base rate, plus a margin. Borrowings under the credit agreement denominated in pounds sterling, if any, bear interest at the Sterling Overnight Index Average ("SONIA") rate plus a margin. The margin ranges from 2.00% to 2.75% on SOFR and SONIA loans and 1.00% to 1.75% on base rate loans, determined by the Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio, plus an additional spread of 0.10%. The Company incurs a commitment fee ranging from 0.35% to 0.50% on any unused capacity under the revolving loan facility, determined by the

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Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio. Assuming an interest rate of 6.67% (the rate in effect on December 31, 2022) on our current borrowings, interest payments are expected to be $2.0 million per year in years 2023 through 2026 and $1.0 million in 2027. The Credit Agreement contains various affirmative and negative covenants and also contains certain financial covenants, including a consolidated leverage ratio and a consolidated interest coverage ratio. As of December 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all of the financial covenants under the Credit Agreement. Refer to Note 11 of the notes to consolidated financial statements and Item 7A. "Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk - Interest Rate Risk."

*Contractual Obligations*

The Company has operating leases for corporate office space and certain equipment. The leases have terms from one year to eight years, some of which include options to renew the lease, and are included in the lease term when it is reasonably certain that the Company will exercise the option. No leases include options to purchase the leased property. As of December 31, 2022 the value of our lease right-of-use asset was $6.6 million and the value of our lease liability was $8.5 million. Our recorded lease right-of-use asset and lease liability were each reduced $2.1 million as of December 31, 2022, which represents a tenant improvement allowance that is expected to be consumed in 2023. See also Note 6 of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.

We make commitments to purchase advertising from online vendors, which we pay for on a monthly basis. We have no significant long-term obligations to purchase a fixed or minimum amount with these vendors.

*Other Capital Requirements*

As of December 31, 2022, we recorded approximately $0.8 million of unrecognized tax benefits as liabilities, and we are uncertain if or when such amounts may be settled. Related to the unrecognized tax benefits considered permanent differences, we have also recorded a liability for potential penalties and interest. Included in the balance of unrecognized tax benefits at December 31, 2022 are $0.8 million of tax benefits that would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. The Company believes it is reasonably possible that as much as $0.2 million of its unrecognized tax benefits may be recognized in the next twelve months.

The Company's Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program that permits the Company to repurchase its common stock. During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company repurchased 3.3 million shares for $18.6 million. As of December 31, 2022, the value of shares available to be purchased under the current plan was $2.1 million. Management has discretion in determining the conditions under which shares may be purchased from time to time. Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company's Board of directors announced a new stock repurchase program that permits the repurchase of up to $10 million of the Company's common stock through February 2024. See also Note 13 of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.

We anticipate capital expenditures in 2023 to be approximately $20 million to $22 million. The increase over prior periods is due to the additional investments in the development of new products and features. We intend to use operating cash flows to fund capital expenditures.

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**Cyclicality**

The labor market and certain of the industries that we serve have historically experienced short-term cyclicality. However, we believe that online career websites and marketplaces continue to provide economic and strategic value to the labor market and industries that we serve.

Any slowdown in recruitment activity that occurs could negatively impact our revenues and results of operations. For instance, the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a slowdown of recruiting activity in 2020 and early in 2021, which negatively impacted our business. Alternatively, a decrease in the unemployment rate or a labor shortage, including as a result of an increase in job turnover, generally means that employers (including our customers) are seeking to hire more individuals, which would generally lead to more job postings and databases licenses and have a positive impact on our revenues and results of operations. Based on historical trends, improvements in labor markets and the need for our services generally lag behind overall economic improvements. Additionally, there has historically been a lag from the time customers begin to increase purchases of our recruitment services and the impact to our revenues due to the recognition of revenue occurring over the length of the contract, which can be several months to over a year.

From time to time, we see market slowdowns, which can lead to lower demand for recruiting technologists and financial and security cleared professionals. In 2020 and early in 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a reduction in recruitment activity. If recruitment activity slows in the industries in which we operate, our revenues and results of operations could be negatively impacted.

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**Recent Accounting Pronouncements**

For a discussion of new accounting pronouncements affecting the Company, refer to Note 2 of the notes to consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report.

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**Item 7A.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk**

We have exposure to financial market risks, including changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and other relevant market prices.

**Foreign Exchange Risk**

Prior to June 30, 2021, we conducted business serving multiple markets, in four languages, mainly across Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America using the eFinancialCareers ("eFC") name. Subsequent to June 30, 2021, our operations are conducted within the United States. As a result, our current operations are not subject to foreign exchange risk.

The Company's investment in eFC, as described in Note 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements, which is recorded under the equity method of accounting, subjects the Company to foreign exchange risk because the functional currency of eFC is the British Pound Sterling. Accordingly, the Company must translate its share of eFC's net income into United States dollars. The Company's share of eFC's net income is not expected to be significant.

**Interest Rate Risk**

We have interest rate risk primarily related to borrowings under our Credit Agreement. Borrowings under our Credit Agreement denominated in U.S. dollars bear interest, payable at least quarterly, at the Company's option, at the SOFR or a base rate, plus a margin. Borrowings under the credit agreement denominated in pounds sterling, if any, bear interest at the SONIA rate plus a margin. The margin ranges from 2.00% to 2.75% on SOFR and SONIA loans and 1.00% to 1.75% on the base rate, as determined by our most recent consolidated leverage ratio, plus and additional spread of 0.10%. As of December 31, 2022, we had outstanding borrowings of $30.0 million under our Credit Agreement. A hypothetical increase of 1.0% on these variable rate borrowings would have increased our annual interest expense by approximately $0.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.

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**Item 8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Financial Statements and Supplementary Data**

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| <u>Consolidated Financial Statements</u> |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2022 and 2021](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_94)</u> | <u>[59](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_94)</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_100)</u> | <u>[60](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_100)</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_103)</u> | <u>[61](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_103)</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_106)</u> | <u>[62](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_106)</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_109)</u> | <u>[63](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_109)</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_112)</u> | <u>[64](#i6e7b79b774734bf99d382cc1a0e9934d_112)</u> |

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**REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM** 

To the shareholders and the Board of Directors of DHI Group, Inc.

**Opinions on the Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting**

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of DHI Group, Inc. and subsidiaries (the "Company") as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), stockholders' equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2022, and the related notes and the schedule listed in the Index at Item 15 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). We also have audited the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, based on criteria established in *Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013)* issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2022, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022, based on criteria established in *Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013)* issued by COSO.

**Basis for Opinions**

The Company's management is responsible for these financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and an opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.

Our audits of the financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures to respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.

**Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting**

A company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company's internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

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Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

**Critical Audit Matters**

The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current-period audit of the financial statements that were communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matters below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.

**Goodwill and Indefinite Long-Lived Acquired Intangible Assets*– Refer to Notes 2, 9, and 10 to the financial statements*** 

Critical Audit Matter Description

The Company determines whether the carrying value of recorded goodwill is impaired on an annual basis or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, an impairment charge is recorded for the amount the carrying value exceeds the fair value. The Company determined the fair value of its reporting unit by using a combination of a discounted cash flow methodology and a market comparable method. Similarly, the Company's evaluation of its indefinite lived trademark and brand intangible asset ("Dice") involves the comparison of the fair value to its carrying value. The Company determined the fair value of Dice using a relief from royalty rate valuation method. The determination of the fair value for the Company's reporting unit ("Tech-focused") is judgmental and required management to make significant estimates and assumptions including forecasts of future revenue, EBITDA margin and the discount rate. The determination of the fair value of Dice required management to make significant estimates and assumptions including forecasts of future revenue, the royalty rate and the discount rate.

The goodwill balance was $128.1M as of December 31, 2022. The fair value of the reporting unit exceeded its carrying value as of the measurement date, October 1, 2022, and therefore, no goodwill impairment was recognized. The carrying value of Dice was $23.8M as of December 31, 2022.The fair value of Dice exceeded its carrying value as of the measurement date, October 1, 2022, and therefore no impairment was recognized

Given the significant estimates and assumptions management makes to estimate the fair value of goodwill and the Dice brand, performing auditing procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of management's forecasts of revenue, EBITDA margin, the royalty rate and the discount rates required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased extent of effort, including the need to involve our fair value specialists.

*How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit*

Our audit procedures related to the forecasts of future revenues, EBITDA margins and selection of the royalty and discount rates used by management to estimate the fair value of Tech focused and Dice included the following, among others:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• We tested the effectiveness of controls over management's goodwill and Dice brand intangible asset impairment tests, including controls related to management's forecasts of revenue, EBITDA margin, royalty rate and the discount rates.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• We evaluated management's ability to accurately forecast revenue growth rates and EBITDA margin by comparing actual results to management's historical forecasts.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• We evaluated the reasonableness of management's forecasts of revenues by comparing the forecasts of revenues to external market sources.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• With the assistance of our fair value specialists we evaluated the reasonableness of management's selected royalty rate by comparing it to those of industry participants from external sources.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• With the assistance of our fair value specialists we evaluated the reasonableness of management's selected discount rates by computing an independent estimate of those rates.

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/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP

Denver, Colorado

February 10, 2023

We have served as the Company's auditor since 2005.

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 **DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS**

**As of December 31, 2022 and 2021&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (in thousands, except per share data)**

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| | **December 31,<br>2022** | **December 31, 2021** |
| **ASSETS** | | |
| Current assets |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cash and cash equivalents | $3006 | $1540 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $1,374 and $733 | 20494 | 18385 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income taxes receivable |  | 354 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepaid and other current assets | 4294 | 4177 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total current assets** | **27794** | **24456** |
| Fixed assets, net | 21252 | 20581 |
| Capitalized contract costs | 9677 | 9131 |
| Operating lease right-of-use assets | 6581 | 6888 |
| Investments | 5646 | 3769 |
| Investments, at fair value |  | 3000 |
| Acquired intangible assets | 23800 | 23800 |
| Goodwill | 128100 | 128100 |
| Other assets | 3854 | 1853 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total assets** | $**226704** | $**221578** |
| **LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY** |  |  |
| Current liabilities |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $23818 | $15859 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred revenue | 50121 | 45217 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income taxes payable | 34 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Operating lease liabilities | 105 | 2388 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total current liabilities** | **74078** | **63464** |
| Deferred revenue | 743 | 929 |
| Operating lease liabilities | 8428 | 6982 |
| Long-term debt, net | 30000 | 22730 |
| Deferred income taxes | 5515 | 9315 |
| Accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | 769 | 785 |
| Other long-term liabilities | 932 | 1011 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total liabilities** | **120465** | **105216** |
| Commitments and contingencies (Note 12) |  |  |
| Stockholders' equity |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Convertible preferred stock, 0.01 par value, authorized 20,000 shares; no shares issued and outstanding |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Common stock, 0.01 par value, authorized 240,000; issued 76,442 and 73,584 shares, respectively; outstanding: 47,367 and 48,756 shares, respectively | 766 | 738 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Additional paid-in capital | 251632 | 241854 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (481) | (61) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accumulated earnings | 28405 | 24229 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Treasury stock, 29,075 and 24,828 shares, respectively | (174083) | (150398) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total stockholders' equity** | **106239** | **116362** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total liabilities and stockholders' equity** | $**226704** | $**221578** |
| *See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.* |  |  |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS**

**For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020**

**(in thousands, except per share amounts)**

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| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Revenues | $149680 | $119903 | $111167 |
| Operating expenses: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cost of revenues | 17607 | 15088 | 14286 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Product development | 17674 | 16020 | 14887 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sales and marketing | 59364 | 43701 | 39693 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;General and administrative | 34049 | 28583 | 26625 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation | 17487 | 16344 | 10259 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of intangible assets |  |  | 15200 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill |  |  | 22607 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of right-of-use asset |  | 1919 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total operating expenses | 146181 | 121655 | 143557 |
| Other operating income: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from settlement | 2061 |  |  |
| Operating income (loss) | 5560 | (1752) | (32390) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income from equity method investment | 1597 | 190 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of investment | (2300) |  | (2002) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gain on investments | 320 | 1198 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interest expense and other | (1580) | (667) | (831) |
| Income (loss) before income taxes | 3597 | (1031) | (35223) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income tax benefit | (579) | (629) | (2826) |
| Income (loss) from continuing operations | 4176 | (402) | (32397) |
| Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax |  | (29340) | 2382 |
| Net income (loss) | $4176 | $(29742) | $(30015) |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations | $0.09 | $(0.01) | $(0.67) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations | $0.09 | $(0.01) | $(0.67) |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | $— | $(0.63) | $0.05 |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | $— | $(0.63) | $0.05 |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share | $0.09 | $(0.64) | $(0.62) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share | $0.09 | $(0.64) | $(0.62) |
| Weighted-average basic shares outstanding | 44274 | 46333 | 48278 |
| Weighted-average diluted shares outstanding | 46533 | 46333 | 48278 |
| *See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.* |  |  |  |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)**

**For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020**

**(in thousands)**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Net income (loss) | $4176 | $(29742) | $(30015) |
| Other comprehensive income (loss): |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Foreign currency translation adjustment | (420) | 395 | 729 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cumulative translation adjustments reclassified to the Statements of Operations |  | 28063 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total other comprehensive income (loss) | (420) | 28458 | 729 |
| Comprehensive income (loss) | $3756 | $(1284) | $(29286) |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY**

**For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 (in thousands)**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Convertible<br>Preferred Stock** | **Convertible<br>Preferred Stock** | **Common Stock** | **Common Stock** | **Additional<br>Paid-in<br>Capital** | **Treasury Stock** | **Treasury Stock** | **Accumulated<br>Earnings** | **Accumulated<br>Other<br>Comprehensive Loss** | **Total** |
| | **Shares Issued** | **Amount** | **Shares Issued** | **Amount** | **Additional<br>Paid-in<br>Capital** | **Shares** | **Amount** | **Accumulated<br>Earnings** | **Accumulated<br>Other<br>Comprehensive Loss** | **Total** |
| **Balance at January 1, 2020** | **—** | $**—** | **69509** | $**696** | $**227227** | **15591** | $**(121466)** | $**83986** | $**(29248)** | $**161195** |
| Net loss |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | (30015) |  | (30015) |
| Other comprehensive income |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 729 | 729 |
| Stock based compensation |  |  |  |  | 6327 |  |  |  |  | 6327 |
| Restricted stock issued |  |  | 2173 | 22 |  |  |  |  |  | 22 |
| Purchase of treasury stock related to vested restricted and performance stock units |  |  | (430) | (4) |  | 874 | (2248) |  |  | (2252) |
| Performance-based restricted stock units forfeited |  |  | (19) |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
| Purchase of treasury stock under stock repurchase plan |  |  |  |  |  | 3548 | (8436) |  |  | (8436) |
| **Balance at December 31, 2020** | **—** | **—** | **71233** | **714** | **233554** | **20013** | **(132150)** | **53971** | **(28519)** | **127570** |
| Net loss |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | (29742) |  | (29742) |
| Other comprehensive income |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 395 | 395 |
| Cumulative translation adjustments reclassified to the Statements of Operations |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 28063 | 28063 |
| Stock based compensation |  |  |  |  | 8303 |  |  |  |  | 8303 |
| Restricted stock issued |  |  | 2267 | 23 | (5) |  |  |  |  | 18 |
| Performance-based restricted stock units eligible to vest |  |  | 813 | 8 |  |  |  |  |  | 8 |
| Restricted stock forfeited or withheld to satisfy tax obligations |  |  | (685) | (7) | 2 | 666 | (2073) |  |  | (2078) |
| Performance based restricted stock forfeited or withheld to satisfy tax obligations |  |  | (44) |  |  | 244 | (907) |  |  | (907) |
| Purchase of treasury stock under stock repurchase plan |  |  |  |  |  | 3905 | (15268) |  |  | (15268) |
| **Balance at December 31, 2021** | **—** | **—** | **73584** | **738** | **241854** | **24828** | **(150398)** | **24229** | **(61)** | **116362** |
| Net income |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 4176 |  | 4176 |
| Other comprehensive loss |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | (420) | (420) |
| Stock based compensation |  |  |  |  | 9519 |  |  |  |  | 9519 |
| Restricted stock issued |  |  | 1242 | 11 | (11) |  |  |  |  |  |
| Performance-based restricted stock units eligible to vest |  |  | 1773 | 18 | (18) |  |  |  |  |  |
| Restricted stock forfeited or withheld to satisfy tax obligations |  |  | (132) | (1) | 1 | 592 | (3197) |  |  | (3197) |
| Performance based restricted stock forfeited or withheld to satisfy tax obligations |  |  | (93) | (1) | 1 | 368 | (1958) |  |  | (1958) |
| Issuance of common stock upon ESPP purchase |  |  | 68 | 1 | 286 |  |  |  |  | 287 |
| Purchase of treasury stock under stock repurchase plan |  |  |  |  |  | 3287 | (18530) |  |  | (18530) |
| **Balance at December 31, 2022** | **—** | $**—** | **76442** | $**766** | $**251632** | **29075** | $**(174083)** | $**28405** | $**(481)** | $**106239** |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS**

**For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020**

**(in thousands)**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** | **For the year ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Cash flows from (used in) operating activities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net income (loss) | $4176 | $(29742) | $(30015) |
| Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from (used in) operating activities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation | 17487 | 17118 | 12019 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred income taxes | (3800) | (569) | (2918) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Amortization of deferred financing costs | 146 | 147 | 147 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stock based compensation | 9519 | 8303 | 6327 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income from equity method investment | (1597) | (190) |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of intangible assets |  |  | 15200 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill |  |  | 23626 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of right-of-use asset |  | 1919 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of investment | 2300 |  | 2002 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gain on investments | (320) | (1198) | (200) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Change in accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | (16) | (156) | (446) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Loss on disposition of discontinued operations |  | 30203 |  |
| Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts receivable | (2109) | (1102) | 859 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepaid expenses and other assets | (1479) | (1032) | (1405) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Capitalized contract costs | (545) | (2990) | (175) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 7778 | (1520) | 139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Income taxes receivable/payable | 388 | 261 | 480 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred revenue | 4718 | 10075 | (8193) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Other, net | (611) | (946) | 1236 |
| Net cash flows from operating activities | 36035 | 28581 | 18683 |
| Cash flows from (used in) investing activities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cash transferred with discontinued operations |  | (3195) |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cash received from sale of business, net |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cash paid for investment |  | (3000) |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cash received from sale of investment | 320 | 1198 | 200 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Purchases of fixed assets | (17976) | (14307) | (16104) |
| Net cash flows used in investing activities | (17656) | (19304) | (15904) |
| Cash flows from (used in) financing activities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Payments on long-term debt | (11000) | (11000) | (26444) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from long-term debt | 18000 | 14000 | 36444 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Financing costs paid | (515) |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Payments under stock repurchase plan | (18530) | (15409) | (8294) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Purchase of treasury stock related to vested restricted and performance stock units | (5155) | (2978) | (2248) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proceeds from issuance of common stock through ESPP | 287 |  |  |
| Net cash flows used in financing activities | (16913) | (15387) | (542) |
| Effect of exchange rate changes |  | 10 | 22 |
| Net change in cash and cash equivalents for the period | 1466 | (6100) | 2259 |
| Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 1540 | 7640 | 5381 |
| Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $3006 | $1540 | $7640 |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

**1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ORGANIZATION AND PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES**

DHI Group, Inc. ("DHI," the "Company," "we," "us" or "our"), a Delaware corporation, was incorporated on June 28, 2005. DHI is a leading provider of data, insights and employment connections through its specialized services for technology professionals and other select online communities. Its mission is to empower tech professionals and organizations to compete and win through expert insights and relevant employment connections. Employers and recruiters use its websites and services to source, hire and connect with the most qualified and highly-skilled tech professionals, while professionals use its websites and services to find ideal employment opportunities, relevant job advice and tailored career-related data. For over 30 years, through its predecessor companies, the Company was built on providing employers and professionals with career connections, news, tools and information.

On June 30, 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership and control of its eFinancialCareers ("eFC") business to eFC's management, while retaining a 40% common share interest. The eFC business was significant to the Company and the transfer was considered to be a strategic shift from the financial services industry and from the geographies eFC serves that had a major effect on the Company's operations. As a result, the eFC business was deconsolidated from the Company's consolidated financial statements as of June 30, 2021 and is reflected as a discontinued operation in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and the Consolidated Statements of Operations for all periods presented. The historical Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss), Stockholders' Equity and Cash Flows have not been revised to reflect the effects of the transfer of control of eFC. For further information on discontinued operations, see Note 4, "Discontinued Operations." Unless noted otherwise, discussion in the notes to the consolidated financial statements pertain to continuing operations.

The Company allocates resources and assesses financial performance on a consolidated basis, as all services pertain to the Company's Tech-focused strategy. As a result, the Company has a single reportable segment, Tech-focused, which now includes only the Dice and ClearanceJobs brands, as well as corporate related costs. All operations are in the United States and the Company no longer has revenues and long-lived assets, which includes fixed assets and lease right of use assets, outside of the United States.

**2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES**

***Principles of Consolidation* —** The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of DHI and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Investments in companies that are not consolidated are included in the Company's consolidated financial statements as described in Notes 4 and 7 of the notes to consolidated financial statements.

***Revenue Recognition* —** We recognize revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to our customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to receive in exchange for those goods or services. Revenue is recognized net of customer discounts ratably over the service period. Billings with customers are based on contractual schedules. Customer billings delivered in advance and payments received in advance of services being rendered are recorded as deferred revenue and recognized over the service period. We generate revenues from the following sources:

*Recruitment packages.* Recruitment package revenues are derived from the sale of a subscription to recruiters and employers that includes a combination of job postings and/or access to candidate profiles on Dice and ClearanceJobs. Certain of the Company's arrangements include multiple performance obligations, which primarily consists of the ability to post jobs and access to candidate profiles. The Company determines the units of accounting for multiple performance obligations in accordance with Topic 606. Specifically, the Company considers a performance obligation as a separate unit of accounting if it has value to the customer on a standalone basis. The Company's arrangements do not include a general right of return. Services to customers buying a package of available job postings and access to candidate profiles are delivered over the same period and revenue is recognized ratably over the length of the underlying contract, typically from one to twelve months. The separation of the package into two deliverables results in no change in revenue recognition because delivery of the two services occurs over the same time period.

*Advertising revenue.* Advertising revenue is recognized over the period in which the advertisements are displayed on the websites or at the time a promotional e-mail is sent out to the audience.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

*Classified revenue.* Classified job posting revenues are derived from the sale of job postings to recruiters and employers. A job posting is the ability to list a job on the website for a specified time period. Revenue from the sale of classified job postings is recognized ratably over the length of the contract or the period of actual usage.

*Career fair and recruitment event booth rentals.* Career fair and recruitment event revenues, both live and virtual, are derived from renting booth space to recruiters and employers. Revenue from these sales are recognized when the career fair or recruitment event is held.

***Cash and cash equivalents—***Cash equivalents consist of demand deposits and highly liquid investments which have an original maturity of three months or less.

***Concentration of Credit Risk—***Cash and cash equivalents are maintained with several financial institutions. Cash and cash equivalents potentially subject the Company to a concentration of credit risk as substantially all of its deposits held in financial institutions were in excess of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") insurance limits as of December 31, 2022 and 2021.

The Company performs credit evaluations of its customers' financial condition as needed and does not require collateral on accounts receivable. No single customer represents 10% or more of accounts receivable as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 and no single customer represents 10% or more of revenues for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020.

***Allowance for Doubtful Accounts—***The Company maintains allowances for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of its customers to make required payments. If the financial condition of DHI's customers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required.

***Statements of Cash Flows—***All bank deposits are considered cash and cash equivalents.

The supplemental disclosures to the accompanying consolidated statements of cash flows are as follows (in thousands):

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| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Supplemental cash flow information: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interest paid | $1480 | $825 | $1100 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Taxes paid | 2849 | 393 | 457 |
| Non-cash investing and financing activities: |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Capital expenditures on fixed assets included in accounts payable and accrued expenses | 327 | 144 | 110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Share repurchases included in accounts payable and accrued expenses |  |  | 141 |

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***Fixed Assets—***Depreciation of equipment, furniture and fixtures, computer software and capitalized website development costs are provided under the straight-line method over estimated useful lives ranging from two to five years. Amortization of leasehold improvements is provided over the shorter of the term of the related lease or the estimated useful life of the improvement. The cost of additions and improvements is capitalized, and repairs and maintenance costs are charged to operations in the periods incurred.

***Capitalized Software Costs—***Capitalized software costs consist of costs to purchase and develop software for internal use. The Company capitalizes incurred software development costs in accordance with the Internal Use Software subtopic of the FASB ASC. Costs incurred during the application-development stage for software bought and further customized by outside vendors for the Company's use and software developed by a vendor for the Company's proprietary use have been capitalized. These costs are amortized over the software's estimated useful life, which generally approximates two years.

***Website Development Costs—***The Company capitalizes certain costs incurred in designing, developing, testing and implementing enhancements to its websites. These costs are amortized over the enhancement's estimated useful life, which generally approximates two years. Costs related to the planning and post implementation phases of website development efforts are expensed as incurred.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

***Capitalized Contract Costs—***The Company capitalizes certain contract acquisition costs consisting primarily of commissions paid when contracts are signed. For costs incurred to obtain new business sales contracts, the Company capitalizes and expenses these costs over an average customer life, which was approximately two years as of December 31, 2022. For the remaining sales contracts, the Company capitalizes and expenses these costs over a weighted average contract term, which was approximately one year as of December 31, 2022. See Note 5 for additional disclosures.

***Leases—***We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. The Company primarily has operating leases for corporate office space and certain equipment. Operating lease assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease assets and liabilities are recognized at the commencement date of the lease based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The initial measurement of the lease liability is calculated on the basis of the present value of the remaining lease payments, and the right-of-use asset is measured on the basis of this liability, adjusted by prepaid and accrued rent, lease incentives, and initial direct costs. When readily available, the Company uses the implicit rate in determining the present value of the lease payments. When leases do not provide an implicit rate, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate based on information available at the commencement of the lease, including the lease term. Because the implicit rate in each lease is not available, the Company used its incremental borrowing rate to determine the present value of lease payments. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are not recorded on the balance sheet. Variable components of the lease payments, such as utilities and maintenance, are expensed as incurred and are not included in determining the present value. Operating lease expense is recognized on a straight-

line basis over the lease term.

***Equity Method Investment—***The Company has a 40% non-controlling common share interest in the eFC and Rigzone businesses as the Company does not have the ability to direct the activities of the businesses that most significantly impact their economic performance. The 40% common share interest is being accounted for under the equity method of accounting as the Company does have the ability to exercise significant influence over the businesses. The recorded value is adjusted based on the Company's proportionate share of the businesses net income and is recorded three months in arrears. The Company sold its 40% common share interest in Rigzone in the second quarter of 2022. See Note 7 for additional disclosures.

***Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Acquired Intangible Assets—***Goodwill is recorded when the purchase price paid for an acquisition exceeds the estimated fair value of the net identified tangible and intangible assets acquired. The indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets include the Dice trademarks and brand name. The Company performs a test for impairment of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets annually on October 1, or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist, to determine if the carrying value of the recorded asset is impaired. The impairment review process for goodwill compares the fair value of the reporting unit in which goodwill resides to its carrying value. The impairment review process for indefinite-lived intangible assets compares the fair value of the assets to their carrying value. The determination of whether or not the asset has become impaired involves a significant level of judgment in the assumptions underlying the approach used to determine the value of the Company's reporting units or the intangible asset. Changes in the Company's strategy and/or market conditions could significantly impact these judgments and require adjustments to recorded amounts of goodwill or indefinite-lived intangible assets. See Notes 9 and 10 for discussion of impairment charges.

***Foreign Currency Translation—***For the Company's foreign operations, which entirely related to eFC prior to June 30, 2021, whose functional currency is not the U.S. dollar, the assets and liabilities are translated into U.S. dollars at current exchange rates. Resulting translation adjustments are reflected as Other Comprehensive Income (Loss). Revenue and expenses are translated at average exchange rates for the period. Transaction gains and losses that arise from exchange rate fluctuations on transactions denominated in a currency other than the functional currency are charged to operations as incurred. Translation adjustments subsequent to June 30, 2021 relate to the Company's equity method investment in eFC.

***Advertising Costs—***The Company expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expense for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $17.9 million, $12.5 million and $10.9 million, respectively.

***Income Taxes—***The Company recognizes deferred taxes by the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred income taxes are recognized for differences between the financial statement and tax bases of assets and liabilities at enacted statutory tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized. The primary sources of temporary differences are stock-based compensation, amortization and impairment of intangible assets, depreciation of fixed assets, and capitalized contract costs.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

***Stock-Based Compensation—***The Company has a plan to grant equity awards to certain employees and directors of the Company and its subsidiaries. In accordance with FASB ASC Topic 718 *Compensation-Stock Compensation*, the Company accounts for forfeitures when they occur. See Note 15 for additional disclosures.

***Fair Value of Financial Instruments—***The carrying amounts reported in the consolidated balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate their fair values. The Company's long-term debt consists of borrowings under its credit facility. Investments consist of common and preferred share ownership interests in businesses. See Notes 3 and 11 for additional disclosures.

***Risks and Uncertainties—***The Company is subject to the risks, expenses and uncertainties frequently encountered by companies in the rapidly evolving markets for online products and services. These risks include the failure to develop and extend the Company's web sites and brands, the rejection of the Company's services by consumers, vendors and/or advertisers, the inability of the Company to maintain and increase the levels of traffic on its web sites, as well as other risks and uncertainties. In the event that the Company does not successfully execute its business plan, certain assets may not be recoverable.

***Use of Estimates—***The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. DHI's significant estimates include the useful lives and valuation of fixed assets and intangible assets, goodwill, lease right-of-use assets, income taxes, and

the assumptions used to value the Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units ("PSUs") of the Company.

***Earnings per Share—***The Company follows the Earnings Per Share topic of the FASB ASC in computing earnings per share ("EPS"). Basic EPS is calculated by dividing income from continuing operations, income from discontinued operations, and net income by the weighted average number of shares outstanding. When the effects are dilutive, diluted earnings per share is calculated using the weighted average number of shares outstanding, and the dilutive effect of stock-based compensation awards as determined under the treasury stock method. Certain stock awards were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share due to their anti-dilutive effect. See Note 18 for additional disclosures.

***New Accounting Pronouncements—*** In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, *Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments*. ASU 2016-13 changes how entities will account for credit losses for most financial assets and certain other instruments that are not measured at fair value through net income. The guidance replaces the current "incurred loss" model with an "expected loss" model that requires consideration of a broader range of information to estimate expected credit losses over the lifetime of a financial asset. ASU 2016-13 is effective for interim and annual reporting periods in fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022 for Smaller Reporting Companies. The Company is evaluating the expected impact of this standard on its consolidated financial statements.

In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-15, *Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Internal-Use Software: Customer's Accounting for Implementation Costs Incurred in a Cloud Computing Arrangement that is a Service Contract.* The new standard requires entities that are customers in cloud computing arrangements to defer implementation costs if they would be capitalized by the entity in software licensing arrangements under the internal-use software guidance. ASU No. 2018-15 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 and interim periods within those years. The amendments allow either a retrospective or prospective approach to all implementation costs incurred after adoption. The Company adopted this standard, effective January 1, 2020, under the prospective approach, and capitalized implementation costs are included in other assets on the Company's balance sheet.

In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, *Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes*, which eliminates certain exceptions related to the approach for intraperiod tax allocation, the methodology for calculating taxes during interim quarters and the recognition of deferred tax liabilities for outside basis differences. This guidance also simplifies aspects of accounting for franchise taxes, specifies the timing for recognizing certain income tax effects of changes in tax laws or rates and clarifies the accounting for transactions that result in a step-up in the tax basis of goodwill. The pronouncement is effective for fiscal years, and for interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted. The Company adopted this standard on January 1, 2021, and the adoption did not have a material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

**3. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS** 

The FASB ASC topic on Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value and requires certain disclosures for each major asset and liability category measured at fair value on either a recurring or nonrecurring basis. As a basis for considering assumptions, a three-tier fair value hierarchy is used, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Level 1 – Quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Level 2 – Quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active and model-derived valuations, in which all significant inputs are observable in active markets.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;• Level 3 – Unobservable inputs in which there is little or no market data, which require the reporting entity to develop its own assumptions.

The carrying amounts reported in the consolidated balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other assets, accounts payable and accrued expenses and long-term debt approximate their fair values. Investments, non-current that were carried at fair value, prior to the conversion to preferred shares as described in Note 7, used a discounted cash flow technique based on the probability of one or more possible outcomes, based on Level 3 inputs, which inputs and fair value did not change during the 2022 period prior to the conversion. The estimated fair value of long-term debt is based on Level 2 inputs.

Certain assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis as they are subject to fair value adjustments in certain circumstances, for example, when there is evidence of impairment. Such instruments are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis. These assets include equity investments, operating lease right-of-use assets, and goodwill and intangible assets which resulted from prior acquisitions. Items valued using such internally generated valuation techniques are classified according to the lowest level input or value driver that is significant to the valuation. Thus, an item may be classified in Level 3 even though there may be some significant inputs that are readily observable.

On June 30, 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership and control of its eFC business to eFC's management, while retaining a 40% common share interest. On June 30, 2021, the Company valued its 40% interest in eFC utilizing a combination of a discounted cash flow and a market approach. The discounted cash flow included declining revenues for the years ending December 31, 2021 and 2022 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2020 and then increasing moderately. The discounted cash flow also included operating margin declines for the year ending December 31, 2022 compared to the year ending December 31, 2021 and then increasing moderately. The Company utilized a discount rate of 19%. The market approach included the analysis of data from transactions on guideline companies and applied multiples of those transactions to eFC's results

***Impairment***—The Company performs annual impairment tests for goodwill and the Dice trademarks and brand name as of October 1 of each year or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. See Notes 9 and 10 for additional disclosures. The Company evaluates the carrying value of equity investments at each reporting period as described in Note 7.

**4. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS**

As further described in Note 1, on June 30, 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership and control of its eFC business to eFC's management, while retaining a 40% common share interest. As a result, we have reflected eFC's financial results as discontinued operations in the consolidated statements of operations.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

The results of discontinued operations on the consolidated statements of operations were as follows (in thousands):

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| | **2021** | **2020** |
| Revenues | $12130 | $25711 |
| Operating expenses | (10821) | (22926) |
| Operating income | 1309 | 2785 |
| Loss on disposition of discontinued operations<sup>(1)</sup> | (30203) |  |
| Other income | 1 | 4 |
| Income (loss) before income taxes | (28893) | 2789 |
| Income tax expense | 447 | 407 |
| Net income (loss) | $(29340) | $2382 |
| (1) The loss was comprised of $28.1 million related to the reclassification of currency translation adjustments and $5.2 million from the removal of eFC's net assets. The loss was partially offset by the recording of an equity investment of $3.6 million and eFC's earnings during the six month period ended June 30, 2021. | (1) The loss was comprised of $28.1 million related to the reclassification of currency translation adjustments and $5.2 million from the removal of eFC's net assets. The loss was partially offset by the recording of an equity investment of $3.6 million and eFC's earnings during the six month period ended June 30, 2021. | (1) The loss was comprised of $28.1 million related to the reclassification of currency translation adjustments and $5.2 million from the removal of eFC's net assets. The loss was partially offset by the recording of an equity investment of $3.6 million and eFC's earnings during the six month period ended June 30, 2021. |

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Depreciation, fixed asset purchases and other significant non-cash items related to discontinued operations were as follows (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2021** | **2020** |
| Depreciation | $774 | $1760 |
| Purchases of fixed assets | $447 | $225 |
| Cash paid for amounts included in measurement of lease liabilities: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Operating cash flows from operating leases | $804 | $1520 |

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**5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;REVENUE RECOGNITION**

The Company recognizes revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to our customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to receive in exchange for those goods or services. Revenue is recognized net of customer discounts. We recognize revenue when control of the goods or services are transferred to the customer either on a ratable basis over the contract period beginning on the date that our service is made available to the customer or as the products and services are used. The Company excludes sales tax from the transaction price and therefore, recognizes revenue net of applicable sales taxes. Customer billings delivered in advance of services being rendered are recorded as deferred revenue and recognized over the service period. The Company generates revenue from recruitment packages, advertising, classifieds, and virtual and live career fair and recruitment event booth rentals.

<u>Disaggregation of revenue</u>

Our brands primarily serve the technology and security cleared professions. The following table provides information about disaggregated revenue by brand (in thousands):

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| | **For the Year Ended December 31,** | **For the Year Ended December 31,** | **For the Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Dice <sup>(1)</sup> | $106957 | $86257 | $82190 |
| ClearanceJobs | 42723 | 33646 | 28977 |
| Total | $149680 | $119903 | $111167 |
| (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. | (1) Includes Dice and Career Events. |

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

<u>Contract Balances</u>

The following table provides information about opening and closing balances of receivables and contract liabilities from contracts with customers as required under Topic 606 (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **As of December 31, 2022** | **As of December 31, 2021** | **As of December 31, 2020** |
| Receivables | $20494 | $18385 | $16134 |
| Short-term contract liabilities (deferred revenue) | 50121 | 45217 | 35547 |
| Long-term contract liabilities (deferred revenue) | 743 | 929 | 1035 |

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We receive payments from customers based upon contractual billing schedules; accounts receivable is recorded when customers are invoiced per the contractual billing schedules. As the Company's standard payment terms are less than one year, the Company elected the expedient, where applicable. As a result, the Company did not consider the effects of a significant financing component. Contract liabilities include customer billings delivered in advance of performance under the contract, and associated revenue is realized when services are rendered under the contract.

Receivables increase due to customer billings and decrease by cash collected from customers. Contract liabilities increase due to customer billings and are decreased as performance obligations are satisfied under the contracts.

The Company recognized the following revenues as a result of changes in the contract liability balances in the respective periods (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31, 2022** | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** |
| **Revenue recognized in the period from:** | | | |
| Amounts included in the contract liability at the beginning of the period | $45311 | $35692 | $42309 |

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<u>Transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations</u>

Under the guidance of Topic 606, the following table includes estimated deferred revenue expected to be recognized in the future related to performance obligations that are unsatisfied or partially unsatisfied at the end of the reporting period (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2023** | **2024** | **2025** | **Total** |
| Tech-focused | $50121 | $668 | $75 | $50864 |

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**6. LEASES**

The Company has operating leases for corporate office space and certain equipment. The leases have terms from one year to ten years, some of which include options to renew the lease, and are included in the lease term when it is reasonably certain that the Company will exercise the option. Our recorded lease right-of-use asset and lease liability were each reduced $2.1 million as of December 31, 2022, which represents a tenant improvement allowance that is expected to be consumed in 2023.

The components of lease cost were as follows (in thousands):

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| | **Year Ended December 31, 2022** | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** |
| Operating lease cost<sup>1</sup> | $2103 | $2277 | $2551 |
| Sublease income | (475) | (543) | (1018) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total lease cost<sup>2</sup> | $1628 | $1734 | $1533 |
| (1) Includes short-term and variable lease costs, which are immaterial. | (1) Includes short-term and variable lease costs, which are immaterial. |  |  |
| (2) Total lease costs is recorded in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. | (2) Total lease costs is recorded in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. | (2) Total lease costs is recorded in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. | (2) Total lease costs is recorded in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. |

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31, 2022** | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** |
| Cash paid for amounts included in measurement of lease liabilities: | Cash paid for amounts included in measurement of lease liabilities: | Cash paid for amounts included in measurement of lease liabilities: | Cash paid for amounts included in measurement of lease liabilities: |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Operating cash flows from operating leases | $2703 | $2299 | $4315 |
| Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations: | Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations: | Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations: | Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations: |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Operating leases<sup>1</sup> | $1542 | $— | $292 |
| (1) During the year ended December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset obtained in exchanged for lease obligations was reduced by $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. | (1) During the year ended December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset obtained in exchanged for lease obligations was reduced by $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. | (1) During the year ended December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset obtained in exchanged for lease obligations was reduced by $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. | (1) During the year ended December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset obtained in exchanged for lease obligations was reduced by $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. |

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Supplemental balance sheet information related to leases was as follows (in thousands, except lease term and discount rate):

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **December 31, 2022** | **December 31, 2021** |
| Operating lease right-of-use assets (as reported)<sup>1</sup> | $6581 | $6888 |
| Operating lease liabilities - current | $2231 | $2388 |
| Less: tenant improvement allowance | (2126) |  |
| Operating lease liabilities - current (as reported) | 105 | 2388 |
| Operating lease liabilities - non-current (as reported) | 8428 | 6982 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total operating lease liabilities | $8533 | $9370 |
| Weighted average remaining lease term - operating leases | 5.8 years | 3.6 years |
| Weighted average discount rate - operating leases | 4.4% | 3.8% |
| (1) At December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset includes a reduction of $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. | (1) At December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset includes a reduction of $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. | (1) At December 31, 2022, our right-of-use asset includes a reduction of $2.1 million, which represents a tenant improvement allowance expected to be consumed in 2023. |

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The Company reviews its right-of-use ("ROU") assets for impairment if indicators of impairment exist. The impairment review process compares the fair value of the ROU asset to its carrying value. If the carrying value exceeds the fair value, an impairment loss is recorded. During the year ended December 31, 2021, due to the continuing impacts of COVID-19 on the real estate markets and its impact on the future cash flows attributable to its ROU assets, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $1.9 million. No impairment was recorded during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2020.

As of December 31, 2022, future operating lease payments were as follows (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|
| | **Operating Leases** |
| 2023 | $2451 |
| 2024 | 2316 |
| 2025 | 2421 |
| 2026 | 1476 |
| 2027 | 578 |
| Thereafter | 3316 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total lease payments | 12558 |
| Less: imputed interest | (1899) |
| Less: tenant improvement allowance | (2126) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total | $8533 |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

As of December 31, 2022, the Company has no additional operating or finance leases that have not yet commenced. No leases include options to purchase the leased property. Our lease agreements do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants. We do not have any lease agreements with related parties.

**7. INVESTMENTS**

*Investments, Current, at Fair Value*

Through its predecessor companies, the Company owned a minority interest representing less than 1% of the common stock of a technology company that completed an initial public offering ("IPO") and became publicly traded during the first quarter of 2021. Prior to the IPO, the Company had elected the measurement alternative in accordance with FASB ASC 321, Investments – Equity Securities. As of December 31, 2020, it was not practicable to estimate the fair value of its interest because there were no observable transactions for the investment. Accordingly, the investment was carried at its original cost, less impairments, which resulted in a carrying value of zero as of December 31, 2020. The investment was accounted for as an equity security, with realized and unrealized gains and losses included in earnings. During the third quarter of 2021, the investment was sold for $1.2 million. Accordingly, the recorded value as of December 31, 2021 was zero. A realized gain of $1.2 million has been recorded for the year ended December 31, 2021.

*Investments, Non-current, at Fair Value*

During the third quarter of 2021, the Company invested $3.0 million through a subordinated convertible promissory note (the "Note") of $3.0 million with a values-based career destination company that allows the next generation workforce to search for jobs at companies whose people, perks and values align with their unique professional needs. The Note earned interest at 6.00% and matured at the earlier of a Qualified Financing, as described in the Note, or settled in cash on or after August 20, 2022, at the option of the Company. Upon a Qualified Financing, the Company will convert its investment into shares of preferred stock at 80% of the per share value in the Qualified Financing. The investment was recorded as a trading security at fair value with realized and unrealized gains and losses included in earnings. The Note was recorded at $3.0 million as of December 31, 2021.

In the third quarter of 2022, a Qualified Financing occurred and the Note was converted into preferred shares representing 4.9% of the outstanding equity in the underlying business, on a fully-diluted basis. The Company's preferred shares are substantially similar to shares purchased by a third party investor in the Qualified Financing that resulted in such investor becoming the majority owner of the business, holding 50.5% of the outstanding equity in the business, on a fully-diluted basis. Therefore, the Company's shares in the business were recorded at fair value based on the price per share realized in the Qualified Financing. The value of the Company's investment was $0.7 million as of December 31, 2022 and is recorded as an investment in the consolidated balance sheet. Accordingly, the Company recognized an impairment loss during the year ended December 31, 2022 of $2.3 million.

The Company has elected the measurement alternative in accordance with FASB ASC 321, Investments – Equity Securities. As of December 31, 2022, subsequent to the Qualified Financing, it was not practicable to estimate the fair value of its interest because there were no observable transactions for the investment. Accordingly, the investment was carried at the value realized in the Qualified Financing as of December 31, 2022, as described above.

*Investments, Non-current*

Rigzone is a website dedicated to delivering online content, data, and career services in the oil and gas industry in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Oil and gas companies, as well as companies that serve the energy industry, use Rigzone to find talent for roles such as petroleum engineers, sales professionals with energy industry expertise and skilled tradesmen. On August 31, 2018, the Company transferred a majority ownership and control of the Rigzone business to Rigzone management, while retaining a 40% common share interest, with zero proceeds received from the transfer. During the second quarter of 2022, the Company sold its 40% interest in Rigzone to Rigzone management for $0.3 million. At the time of the sale, the recorded value of the investment was zero. Accordingly, the Company recorded a $0.3 million gain on sale, which was included in gain on investments on the consolidated statements of operations.

During the fourth quarter of 2022, the Company entered into a legal settlement with a former employee of Rigzone and received $2.1 million, net of certain legal costs and subject to other agreements. The settlement is recorded as proceeds from settlement in the consolidated statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2022.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

As further described in Notes 1 and 4, on June 30, 2021, the Company transferred majority ownership and control of its eFC business to eFC's management, while retaining a 40% common share interest with zero proceeds received from the transfer. The Company incurred approximately $0.1 million in selling costs and recognized a $30.2 million loss on the transfer in the second quarter of 2021, which included a $28.1 million charge related to accumulated foreign currency loss that was previously a reduction to equity.

eFC is a financial services careers website, operating websites in multiple markets in four languages mainly across the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America. Professionals from across many sectors of the financial services industry, including asset management, risk management, investment banking, and information technology, use eFC to advance their careers. The Company has evaluated the 40% common share interest in the eFC business and has determined the investment meets the definition and criteria of a variable interest entity ("VIE"). The Company evaluated the VIE and determined that the Company does not have a controlling financial interest in the VIE, as the Company does not have the power to direct the activities of the VIE that most significantly impact the VIE's economic performance. The common share interest is being accounted for under the equity method of accounting as the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over eFC. The investment was recorded at its fair value on June 30, 2021, the date of transfer, which was $3.6 million. The Company's equity in net assets of eFC as of June 30, 2021 was $2.2 million. The difference between the Company's recorded value and its equity in net assets of eFC is amortized against the recorded value of the investment in accordance with ASC 323 *Investments - Equity Method and Joint Ventures*. The amortization was not material for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021. The recorded value is further adjusted based on the Company's proportionate share of eFC's net income and is recorded three months in arrears. During the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company recorded $1.6 million and $0.2 million, respectively, of income related to its proportionate share of eFC's net income, net of currency translation adjustments and amortization of the basis difference.

As of December 31, 2019, the Company held preferred stock representing a 7.6% interest in the fully diluted shares of a tech skills assessment company. As of December 31, 2019 it was not practicable to estimate the fair value of the preferred stock as the shares were not traded. The investment was carried at its original cost of $2.0 million and was included in the other assets section of the consolidated balance sheets. During the three months ended March 31, 2020, based on the investment's historical cash burn rate, uncertainty of its ability to meet revenue and cash flow projections, current liquidity position, lack of access to additional capital, and impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company determined the value to be zero. Accordingly, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $2.0 million during the first quarter of 2020. As of December 31, 2022, there have been no additional shares issued that were similar to the Company's share rights and the investment is recorded at zero as of December 31, 2022.

On January 31, 2018, the Company transferred a majority ownership of the BioSpace business to BioSpace management, while retaining a 20% preferred share interest in the BioSpace business. During the second quarter of 2020, the Company sold its 20% interest in BioSpace to BioSpace management for $0.2 million. At the time of sale, the recorded value of the investment was zero. Accordingly, the Company recognized a $0.2 million gain on sale, which was included in interest expense and other on the consolidated statements of operations.

**8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FIXED ASSETS, NET**

Fixed assets, net consist of the following as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 (in thousands):

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| | **2022** | **2021** |
| Computer equipment and software | $4147 | $4654 |
| Furniture and fixtures | 2410 | 2446 |
| Leasehold improvements | 1817 | 1817 |
| Capitalized development costs | 59018 | 51245 |
|  | 67392 | 60162 |
| Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | (46140) | (39581) |
| Fixed assets, net | $21252 | $20581 |

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During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020, depreciation expense was $17.5 million, $16.3 million, and $10.3 million, respectively.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

**9.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ACQUIRED INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET**

Considering the recognition of the Dice brand, its long history, awareness in the talent acquisition and staffing services market, and the intended use, the remaining useful life of the Dice.com trademarks and brand name was determined to be indefinite. We determine whether the carrying value of recorded indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets is impaired on an annual basis or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. The annual impairment test for the Dice trademarks and brand name is performed on October 1 of each year. The impairment review process compares the fair value of the indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets to its carrying value. If the carrying value exceeds the fair value, an impairment loss is recorded.

As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company had an indefinite-lived acquired intangible asset of $23.8 million related to the Dice trademarks and brand name. During the first and third quarters of 2020, because of the initial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on future earnings and cash flows that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $7.2 million and $8.0 million, respectively. No impairment was recorded during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.

The projections utilized in the October 1, 2022 analysis included increasing revenues at rates approximating industry growth projections. The Company's ability to achieve these revenue projections may be impacted by, among other things, uncertainty related to COVID-19, competition in the technology recruiting market, challenges in developing and introducing new products and product enhancements to the market and the Company's ability to attribute value delivered to customers. The October 1, 2022 analysis included operating margins during the year ending December 31, 2022 that approximate operating margins for the year ended December 31, 2021 and then increasing modestly. If future cash flows that are attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name are not achieved, the Company could realize an impairment in a future period. The Company's operating results attributable to the Dice trademarks and brand name through December 31, 2022 and projections of future results approximate those included in the projections utilized in the October 1, 2022 analysis. In the October 1, 2022 analysis, the Company utilized a relief from royalty rate method to value the Dice trademarks and brand name using a royalty rate of 4.0% based on comparable industry licensing agreements and the profitability attributable to the Dice trademarks an brand name and a discount rate of 12.0%.

The determination of whether or not indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets have become impaired involves a significant level of judgment in the assumptions underlying the approach used to determine the value of the indefinite-lived acquired intangible assets. Fair values are determined using a profit allocation methodology which estimates the value of the trademark and brand name by capitalizing the profits saved because the company owns the asset. We consider factors such as historical performance, anticipated market conditions, operating expense trends and capital expenditure requirements. Changes in our strategy, uncertainty related to COVID-19, and/or changes in market conditions could significantly impact these judgments and require adjustments to recorded amounts of intangible assets. If projections are not achieved, the Company could realize an impairment in the foreseeable future.

**10.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;GOODWILL**

The following table shows the carrying amount of goodwill as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, and the changes in goodwill for the years then ended (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|
| **Goodwill at January 1, 2020** | $**150707** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment | (22607) |
| **Goodwill at December 31, 2020** | $**128100** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Activity during 2021 |  |
| **Goodwill at December 31, 2021** | $**128100** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Activity during 2022 |  |
| **Goodwill at December 31, 2022** | $**128100** |

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Accumulated impairment losses at December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $22.6 million.

Goodwill as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, which was allocated to the Tech-focused reporting unit, was $128.1 million.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

The annual impairment test for the Tech-focused reporting unit is performed on October 1 of each year. The results of the impairment test indicated that the fair value of the Tech-focused reporting unit was substantially in excess of the carrying value as of October 1, 2022.

Results for the Tech-focused reporting unit for the fourth quarter of 2022 and estimated future results as of December 31, 2022 approximate the projections used in the October 1, 2022 analysis. As a result, the Company believes it is not more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value as of December 31, 2022. Therefore, no quantitative impairment test was performed as of December 31, 2022. During the third quarter of 2020, because of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on future earnings and cash flows for the reporting unit, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $22.6 million. There were no changes to goodwill and no impairments were recorded during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.

The projections utilized in the October 1, 2021 analysis included increasing revenues at rates approximating industry growth projections. The Company's ability to achieve these revenue projections may be impacted by, among other things, uncertainty related to COVID-19, competition in the technology recruiting market, challenges in developing and introducing new products and product enhancements to the market and the Company's ability to attribute value delivered to customers. The October 1, 2022 analysis included operating margins during the year ending December 31, 2022 that approximate operating margins for the year ended December 31, 2021 and then increasing modestly. If future cash flows that are attributable to the Tech-focused reporting unit are not achieved, the Company could realize an impairment in a future period.

The discount rate applied for the Tech-focused reporting unit in the October 1, 2022 analysis was 11.0%. An increase to the discount rate applied or reductions to future projected operating results could result in future impairment of the Tech-focused reporting unit's goodwill. It is reasonably possible that changes in judgments, assumptions and estimates the Company made in assessing the fair value of goodwill could cause the Company to consider some portion or all of the goodwill of the Tech-focused reporting unit to become impaired. In addition, a future decline in the overall market conditions, uncertainty related to COVID-19, and/or changes in the Company's market share could negatively impact the estimated future cash flows and discount rates used to determine the fair value of the reporting unit and could result in an impairment charge in the foreseeable future.

The determination of whether or not goodwill has become impaired is judgmental in nature and requires the use of estimates and key assumptions, particularly assumed discount rates and projections of future operating results, such as forecasted revenues and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization margins and capital expenditure requirements. Fair values are determined either by using a discounted cash flow methodology or by using a combination of a discounted cash flow methodology and a market comparable method. The discounted cash flow methodology is based on projections of the amounts and timing of future revenues and cash flows, assumed discount rates and other assumptions as deemed appropriate. Factors such as historical performance, anticipated market conditions, operating expense trends and capital expenditure requirements are considered. Additionally, the discounted cash flows analysis takes into consideration cash expenditures for product development, other technological updates and advancements to the websites and investments to improve the candidate databases. The market comparable method indicates the fair value of a business by comparing it to publicly traded companies in similar lines of business or to comparable transactions or assets. Considerations for factors such as size, growth, profitability, risk and return on investment are analyzed and compared to the comparable businesses and adjustments are made. A market value of invested capital of the publicly traded companies is calculated and then applied to the entity's operating results to arrive at an estimate of value. Changes in our strategy and/or market conditions could significantly impact these judgments and require adjustments to recorded amounts of goodwill.

**11.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;INDEBTEDNESS** 

***Credit Agreement***—In June 2022, the Company, together with Dice Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company) and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Dice Career Solutions, Inc. (collectively, the "Borrowers"), entered into a Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Credit Agreement"), which matures in June 2027 and replaces the Company's Old Credit Agreement (defined below). The Credit Agreement provides for a revolving loan facility of $100 million ($90 million under the Old Credit Agreement), with an expansion option of $50 million, bringing the total facility to $150 million, as permitted under the terms of the Credit Agreement. At the closing of the Credit Agreement, the Company borrowed $30 million to repay, in full, all outstanding indebtedness, including accrued interest, under the Old Credit Agreement. Unamortized debt issuance costs from the previous credit agreement of $0.2 million and debt issuance costs of $0.5 million related to the new agreement were recorded as other assets on the consolidated balance sheets and are recorded to interest expense over the term of the Credit Agreement.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

Borrowings under the Credit Agreement denominated in U.S. dollars bear interest, payable at least quarterly, at the Company's option, at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") or a base rate plus a margin. Borrowings under the credit agreement denominated in pounds sterling, if any, bear interest at the Sterling Overnight Index Average ("SONIA") rate plus a margin. The margin ranges from 2.00% to 2.75% on SOFR and SONIA loans and 1.00% to 1.75% on base rate loans, determined by the Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio, plus an additional spread of 0.10%. The Company incurs a commitment fee ranging from 0.35% to 0.50% on any unused capacity under the revolving loan facility, determined by the Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio. There were no borrowings in pounds sterling as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021. The facility may be prepaid at any time without penalty.

The Credit Agreement contains various affirmative and negative covenants and also contains certain financial covenants, including a consolidated leverage ratio and a consolidated interest coverage ratio. Borrowings are allowed under the Credit Agreement to the extent the consolidated leverage ratio is equal to or less than 2.50 to 1.00, subject to the terms of the Credit Agreement. Negative covenants include restrictions on incurring certain liens; making certain payments, such as stock repurchases and dividend payments; making certain investments; making certain acquisitions; making certain dispositions; and incurring additional indebtedness. Restricted payments are allowed under the Credit Agreement to the extent the consolidated leverage ratio, calculated on a pro forma basis, is equal to or less than 2.00 to 1.00, plus an additional $7.5 million of restricted payments each fiscal year, as described in the Credit Agreement. The Credit Agreement also provides that the payment of obligations may be accelerated upon the occurrence of events of default, including, but not limited to, non-payment, change of control, or insolvency. As of December 31, 2022, the Company was in compliance with all of the financial covenants under the Credit Agreement.

The obligations under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by one of the Company's wholly-owned subsidiaries and secured by substantially all of the assets of the Borrowers and the guarantors.

***Previous Credit Agreement -*** The Borrowers previously maintained a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Old Credit Agreement"), which was scheduled to mature in November 2023. The Old Credit Agreement, when entered into during November 2018, provided for a revolving loan facility of $90 million, with an expansion option of $50 million, bringing the total facility to $140 million, as permitted by the terms of the Old Credit Agreement.

Borrowings under the Old Credit Agreement accrued interest, at the Company's option, at the London Inter-bank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") or a base rate plus a margin. The margin ranged from 1.75% to 2.50% on LIBOR loans and 0.75% to 1.50% on base rate loans, determined by the Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio. The Company incurred a commitment fee ranging from 0.30% to 0.45% on any unused capacity under the revolving loan facility, determined by the Company's most recent consolidated leverage ratio. There was no penalty for prepayment of the Old Credit Agreement.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

The amounts borrowed as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (dollars in thousands):

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| | **December 31,<br>2022** | **December 31,<br>2021** |
| **Amounts borrowed:** | | |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Revolving credit facility | $30000 | $23000 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Less: deferred financing costs, net of accumulated amortization of $467 as of December 31, 2021<sup>(1)</sup> |  | (270) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total borrowed | $30000 | $22730 |
| Available to be borrowed under revolving facility | $70000 | $67000 |
| **Interest rates:** |  |  |
| LIBOR rate loans: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interest margin | 2.35% | 1.75% |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Actual interest rates | 6.67% | 1.88% |
| Commitment Fee | 0.40% | 0.30% |
| (1) In connection with the new Credit Agreement entered into during the second quarter of 2022, the Company recorded deferred financing costs of $0.7 million to other assets on the consolidated balance sheets. Accumulated amortization as of December 31, 2022 was less than $0.1 million. | (1) In connection with the new Credit Agreement entered into during the second quarter of 2022, the Company recorded deferred financing costs of $0.7 million to other assets on the consolidated balance sheets. Accumulated amortization as of December 31, 2022 was less than $0.1 million. | (1) In connection with the new Credit Agreement entered into during the second quarter of 2022, the Company recorded deferred financing costs of $0.7 million to other assets on the consolidated balance sheets. Accumulated amortization as of December 31, 2022 was less than $0.1 million. |

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There are no scheduled payments until maturity of the Credit Agreement in June 2027.

**12.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES**

*Litigation*

The Company is subject to various claims from taxing authorities, lawsuits and other complaints arising in the ordinary course of business. The Company records provisions for losses when claims become probable and the amounts are reasonably estimable. Although the outcome of these legal matters cannot be determined, it is the opinion of management that the final resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial condition, operations or liquidity.

*Tax Contingencies*

The Company operates in a number of tax jurisdictions and is routinely subject to examinations by various tax authorities with respect to both income and indirect taxes. The determination of the Company's provision for taxes requires judgment and estimation. The Company has reserved for potential examination adjustments to our provision for income taxes and accrual of indirect taxes in amounts which the Company believes are reasonable.

**13.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;EQUITY TRANSACTIONS** 

***Stock Repurchase Plans***— The Company's Board of Directors ("Board") approved a stock repurchase program that permits the Company to repurchase its common stock. Management has discretion in determining the conditions under which shares may be purchased from time to time.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

The following table summarizes the stock repurchase plans approved by the Board of Directors:

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| | **May 2019 to May 2020** | **May 2020 to May 2021**<sup>(1)</sup> | **Feb 2021 to Jun 2022**<sup>(2)</sup> | **Feb 2022 to Feb 2023**<sup>(3)</sup> |
| Approval Date | April 2019 | May 2020 | February 2021 | February 2022 |
| Authorized Repurchase Amount of Common Stock | $7 million | $5 million | $20 million | $15 million |
| (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (1) During the first quarter of 2021, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of 2.2 million shares for $5.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  |
| (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company amended its $8.0 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company amended its $8.0 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company amended its $8.0 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company amended its $8.0 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  | (2) During the second quarter of 2021, the Company amended its $8.0 million stock repurchase program approved in February 2021 and allowed for the purchase of an additional $12.0 million of our common stock through June 2022, bringing total authorized purchases under the plan to $20.0 million. During the first quarter of 2022, the Company completed its purchases under the plan, which consisted of approximately 4.4 million shares for $20.0 million, effectively ending the plan prior to its original expiration date.  |
| (3) On February 15, 2022 the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022 the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022 the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022 the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. | (3) On February 15, 2022 the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new stock repurchase program that permits the purchase of up to $15.0 million of the Company's common stock through February 2023. |

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As of December 31, 2022, the value of shares available to be purchased under the current plan was $2.1 million. Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company's Board of directors announced a new stock repurchase program that permits the repurchase of up to $10 million of the Company's common stock through February 2024.

Purchases of the Company's common stock pursuant to the Stock Repurchase Plans were as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Shares repurchased<sup>(1)</sup> | 3287096 | 3905050 | 3548265 |
| Average purchase price per share<sup>(2)</sup> | $5.66 | $3.92 | $2.38 |
| Dollar value of shares repurchased (in thousands)<sup>(3)</sup> | $18596 | $15323 | $8436 |

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(1) No shares of our common stock were purchased other than through a publicly announced plan or program.

(2) Average price paid per share includes costs associated with the repurchases.

(3) The value of shares repurchased as of December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 includes $65,990, $55,780, and $71,217, respectively, of costs associated with the repurchase.

There were 19,220, 48,260 and 63,451 unsettled shares as of December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.

***Stock Repurchases Pursuant to the 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan***-Under the 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan, as further described in Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company repurchases its common stock withheld for income tax from vesting of employee restricted stock or performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs"). The Company remits the value, which is based on the closing share price on the vesting date of the common stock withheld to the appropriate tax authority on behalf of the employee and the related shares become treasury stock.

Purchases of the Company's common stock pursuant to the 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan were as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Shares repurchased upon restricted stock/PSU vesting | 948582 | 910171 | 873594 |
| Average purchase price per share | $5.43 | $3.27 | $2.57 |
| Dollar value of shares repurchased upon restricted stock/PSU vesting (in thousands) | $5155 | $2978 | $2248 |

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***Convertible Preferred Stock—***The Company has 20 million shares of convertible preferred stock authorized, with a $0.01 par value. No shares have been issued and outstanding since prior to our initial public offering in 2007. The rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions granted to and imposed on the convertible preferred stock are as set forth below. The Company currently has no preferred stock outstanding. The Company's amended and restated certificate of incorporation permits the terms of any preferred stock to be determined at the time of issuance.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

*Dividend provisions*

The preferred stockholders would be entitled to dividends only when dividends are paid to common shareholders. In the event of a dividend, the holders of the preferred shares would be entitled to share in the dividend on a pro rata basis, as if their shares had been converted into shares of common stock.

*Conversion rights*

Any holder of preferred stock has the right, at its option, to convert the preferred shares into shares of common stock at a ratio of one preferred stock share for one common stock share. The holders of 66 <sup>2</sup>/3% of all outstanding preferred stock have the right at any time to require all the outstanding shares of preferred stock to be converted into an equal number of shares of common stock. Voting rights include the right to vote at a special or annual meeting of stockholders on all matters entitled to be voted on by holders of common stock, voting together as a single class with the common stock. There are no redemption rights associated with the preferred stock.

*Liquidation rights*

Upon the occurrence of liquidation, the holders of the preferred shares shall be paid in cash for each share of preferred stock held, out of, but only to the extent of, the assets of the Company legally available for distribution to its stockholders, before any payment or distribution is made to any shareholders of common stock**.** The liquidation value is $2.17 per share, subject to adjustments for stock splits, stock dividends, combinations, or other recapitalizations of the preferred stock.

***Dividends—***No dividends were declared during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 or 2020. Our Credit Agreement limits our ability to declare and pay dividends. See Note 11 for additional disclosures.

**14.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS**

FASB ASC topic on Comprehensive Income establishes standards for the reporting and display of comprehensive income and its components in a full set of general-purpose financial statements. This statement requires that all items that are required to be recognized as components of comprehensive income be reported in a financial statement with the same prominence as other financial statements. During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company had $28.1 million of currency translation adjustments reclassified to the Statements of Operations related to the removal of eFC's net assets. The Company had no amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income for the years ended December 31, 2022, and 2020. The foreign currency translation adjustments impact comprehensive income. Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net consists of the following components, net of tax (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| **Foreign currency translation:** |  |  |  |
| Balance at beginning of year | $(61) | $(28519) | $(29248) |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | (420) | 395 | 729 |
| Cumulative translation adjustments reclassified to the Statements of Operations |  | 28063 |  |
| Balance at end of year | $(481) | $(61) | $(28519) |

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**15.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;STOCK BASED COMPENSATION** 

On July 13, 2022, the stockholders of the Company approved the DHI Group, Inc. 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan, which had been previously approved by the Company's Board of Directors on May 13, 2022 (the "2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan"). The 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan generally mirrors the terms of the Company's prior omnibus equity award plan, which expired in accordance with its terms on April 20, 2022 (the "2012 Omnibus Equity Award Plan"). The Company has previously granted restricted stock and PSUs to certain employees and directors pursuant to the 2012 Omnibus Equity Award Plan and continues to grant restricted stock and PSUs to certain employees and directors pursuant to the 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan. The Company also offers an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Stock-based compensation disclosures within this note include expense and shares related to the eFC business through June 30, 2021.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

The Company recorded stock based compensation expense of $9.5 million, $8.3 million, and $6.3 million during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020, respectively. At December 31, 2022, there was $12.8 million of unrecognized compensation expense related to unvested awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.3 years.

***Restricted Stock—***Restricted stock is granted to employees of the Company and its subsidiaries, and to non-employee members of the Company's Board. These shares are part of the compensation plan for services provided by the employees or Board members. The closing price of the Company's stock on the date of grant is used to determine the fair value of the grants. The expense related to the restricted stock grants is recorded over the vesting period as described below. There was no cash flow impact resulting from the grants.

The restricted stock vests in various increments on the anniversaries of each grant, subject to the recipient's continued employment or service through each applicable vesting date. Vesting occurs over one year for Board members and over two to four years for employees.

A summary of the status of restricted stock awards as of December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 and the changes during the periods then ended is presented below:

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2022** | **2021** | **2021** | **2020** | **2020** |
| | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** |
| Non-vested at beginning of the period | 3371832 | $2.80 | 3877853 | $2.49 | 3994787 | $2.46 |
| Granted | 1238331 | $5.13 | 2267683 | $2.98 | 2172550 | $2.67 |
| Forfeited | (132218) | $3.43 | (684976) | $2.73 | (430136) | $2.81 |
| Vested | (1838659) | $2.68 | (2088728) | $2.43 | (1859348) | $2.58 |
| Non-vested at end of period | 2639286 | $3.96 | 3371832 | $2.80 | 3877853 | $2.49 |
| Expected to vest | 2639286 | $3.96 | 3371832 | $2.80 | 3877853 | $2.49 |

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***PSUs—***PSUs are granted to employees of the Company and its subsidiaries. These shares are granted under two compensation agreements that are for services provided by the employees. The first agreement expired and was terminated during the first quarter of 2020 and there were no unvested shares as of March 31, 2020. Under the second agreement, the fair value of the PSUs are measured at the grant date fair value of the award, which was determined based on an analysis of the probable performance outcomes. The performance period is over one year and is based on the achievement of bookings targets during the year of grant, as defined in the agreement. The earned shares will then vest over a three year period, one-third on each of the first, second, and third anniversaries of the grant date, or if later, the date the Compensation Committee certifies the performance results with respect to the performance period. For the performance period ended December 31, 2020, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the overall economy, the bookings targets were modified during the third quarter of 2020. Accordingly, the Company remeasured the awards.

There were no cash flow impact resulting from the grants.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

A summary of the status of PSUs as of December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 and the changes during the periods then ended, is presented below:

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| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | **2022** | **2022** | **2021** | **2021** | **2020** | **2020** |
| | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** | **Shares** | **Weighted- Average Fair Value at Grant Date** |
| Non-vested at beginning of the period | 1593775 | $2.62 | 1352438 | $2.50 | 1664650 | $2.53 |
| Granted<sup>(1)</sup> | 1553332 | $3.77 | 990000 | $2.62 | 911460 | $2.65 |
| Forfeited<sup>(2)</sup> | (93341) | $2.40 | (161946) | $2.63 | (695628) | $3.26 |
| Vested | (966833) | $2.64 | (586717) | $2.32 | (528044) | $1.88 |
| Non-vested at end of period | 2086933 | $3.48 | 1593775 | $2.62 | 1352438 | $2.50 |
| Expected to vest | 2086933 | $3.48 | 1593775 | $2.62 | 1352438 | $2.50 |
| (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. | (1) PSUs granted includes 853,332 additional PSUs granted in the first quarter of 2022 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2021. |
| (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. | (2)PSUs forfeited includes 48,633 PSUs forfeited in the first quarter of 2021 related to the bookings achievement for the performance period ended December 31, 2020. |

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***Stock Options—***The fair value of each option grant is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model using the weighted-average assumptions in the table below. This valuation model requires the Company to make assumptions and judgments about the variables used in the calculation, including the fair value of the Company's common stock, the expected life (the period of time that the options granted are expected to be outstanding), the volatility of the Company's common stock, a risk-free interest rate and expected dividends. The expected life of options granted is derived from historical exercise behavior. The risk-free rate for periods within the expected life of the option is based on the U.S. Treasury rates in effect at the time of grant. The stock options vest 25% after one year, beginning on the first anniversary date of the grant, and 6.25% each quarter following the first anniversary. There was no cash flow impact resulting from the grants. No stock options were granted during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020.

There were no options outstanding as of December 31, 2022. A summary of the status of options previously granted as of December 31, 2021, and 2020, and the changes during the periods then ended is presented below:

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| | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** | **Year Ended December 31, 2021** |
| | **Options** | **Weighted-Average Exercise Price** | **Aggregate Intrinsic Value** |
| Options outstanding at January 1 | 110000 | $7.40 | $— |
| Forfeited | (110000) | $7.40 |  |
| Options outstanding at December 31 |  | $— | $— |
| Exercisable at December 31 |  | $— | $— |

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| | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** | **Year Ended December 31, 2020** |
| | **Options** | **Weighted-Average Exercise Price** | **Aggregate Intrinsic Value** |
| Options outstanding at January 1 | 190000 | $8.28 | $— |
| Forfeited | (80000) | $9.48 |  |
| Options outstanding at December 31 | 110000 | $7.40 | $— |
| Exercisable at December 31 | 110000 | $7.40 | $— |

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***Employee Stock Purchase Plan—***On March 11, 2020 the Company's Board of Directors adopted an Employee Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP"). The ESPP was approved by the Company's stockholders on April 21, 2020. The ESPP provides eligible employees the opportunity to purchase shares of the Company's common stock through payroll deductions during six-month

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

offering periods. The purchase price per share of common stock is 85% of the lower of the closing stock price on the first or last trading day of each offering period. The offering periods are January 1 to June 30 and July 1 to December 31. The maximum number of shares of common stock available for purchase under the ESPP is 500,000, subject to adjustment as provided under the ESPP. Individual employee purchases are limited to $25,000 per calendar year, based on the fair market value of the shares on the purchase date. The first offering period commenced January 1, 2022, and the second offering period commenced July 1, 2022. During the year ended December 31, 2022, 67,905 shares were issued under the ESPP and the Company received $0.3 million of proceeds. No shares were issued during the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.

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**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

**16.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;INCOME TAXES**

Deferred tax assets (liabilities) included in the balance sheet as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in thousands):

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| | **2022** | **2021** |
| Deferred tax assets: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Capital loss carryforward | $4904 | $4971 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Allowance for doubtful accounts | 380 | 221 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provision for accrued expenses and other, net | 1283 | 1726 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Investments | 534 |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stock-based compensation | 2692 | 2245 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred revenue | 215 | 142 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tax credit carryforward | 303 | 306 |
|  | 10311 | 9611 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Less valuation allowance | 5694 | 5139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred tax asset, net of valuation allowance | 4617 | 4472 |
| Deferred tax liabilities: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Acquired intangibles | (6325) | (6303) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation of fixed assets | (1416) | (5238) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Capitalized contract costs | (2391) | (2246) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred tax liability | (10132) | (13787) |
| Net deferred tax liability | $(5515) | $(9315) |

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The Company had deferred tax assets of $4.9 million and $5.0 million, respectively, at December 31, 2022 and 2021 related to capital loss carryforwards and $0.3 million at December 31, 2022 and 2021 related to tax credit carryforwards. The capital losses expire in 2023 through 2025, and the tax credits expire in 2025 through 2032. The Company has recorded valuation allowances of $5.7 million and $5.1 million, respectively, at December 31, 2022 and 2021 in order to measure only the portion of the deferred tax assets which are more likely than not to be realized.

Tax expense (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Current income tax expense (benefit): |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Federal | $2478 | $(332) | $(261) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;State | 743 | 154 | (79) |
| Current income tax expense (benefit) | 3221 | (178) | (340) |
| Deferred income tax expense (benefit): |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Federal | (3173) | (414) | (2025) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;State | (627) | (37) | (461) |
| Deferred income tax expense (benefit) | (3800) | (451) | (2486) |
| Income tax expense (benefit) | $(579) | $(629) | $(2826) |

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

A reconciliation between tax expense (benefit) at the federal statutory rate and the reported income tax expense (benefit) is summarized as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** | **Year Ended December 31,** |
| | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2022** | **2021** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2020** |
| Federal statutory rate | $755 | $(216) | $(7397) |
| Gain on sale of businesses or investments |  | (251) | (42) |
| Stock-based compensation | (1130) | (84) | 432 |
| Nondeductible impairment |  |  | 5029 |
| State tax expense (benefit), net of federal effect | 139 | 110 | (514) |
| Change in accrual for unrecognized tax benefits | (16) | (155) | (216) |
| Executive compensation | 266 | 541 | 323 |
| Research and development tax credits | (763) | (478) | (530) |
| Income from equity method investment | (335) |  |  |
| Change in valuation allowance<sup>1</sup> | 555 |  |  |
| Other | (50) | (96) | 89 |
| Income tax expense (benefit) | $(579) | $(629) | $(2826) |
| Effective tax rate | (16.1)% | 61.0% | 8.0% |
| (1) - Includes $0.5 million for deferred tax assets related to investments and $0.1 million of other items. | (1) - Includes $0.5 million for deferred tax assets related to investments and $0.1 million of other items. | (1) - Includes $0.5 million for deferred tax assets related to investments and $0.1 million of other items. | (1) - Includes $0.5 million for deferred tax assets related to investments and $0.1 million of other items. |

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An uncertain tax position represents the Company's expected treatment of a tax position taken in a filed tax return, or planned to be taken in a tax return not yet filed, that has not been reflected in measuring income tax expense for financial reporting purposes. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company's accrual for unrecognized tax benefits consists of the following:

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|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2022** | **2021** |
| Unrecognized tax benefits | $734 | $730 |
| Estimated accrued interest and penalties | 35 | 55 |
| Accrual for unrecognized tax benefits, as recorded | $769 | $785 |

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During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, interest expense (income) and penalties recorded in the consolidated statements of operations were $(20,000), $(27,000), and $(195,000), respectively. Following is a reconciliation of the amounts of unrecognized tax benefits, net of tax and excluding interest and penalties, for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 (in thousands):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Unrecognized tax benefits—beginning of period | $730 | $858 | $903 |
| Increases in tax positions related to current year | 194 | 165 | 134 |
| Decreases in tax positions related to prior year |  | (42) |  |
| Lapse of statute of limitations | (190) | (251) | (179) |
| Unrecognized tax benefits—end of period | $734 | $730 | $858 |

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The foregoing table indicates unrecognized tax benefits, net of tax and excluding interest and penalties. The balance of gross unrecognized benefits was $0.8 million, $0.8 million, and $0.9 million at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020, respectively. If the unrecognized tax benefits at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 were recognized in full, tax benefits of $0.8 million, $0.8 million, and $0.9 million, respectively, would affect the effective tax rate.

The Company has filed income tax returns in the U.S. and various foreign jurisdictions. The foreign returns relate to the eFC business, of which the Company transferred a majority interest and control to eFC's management on June 30, 2021. See Notes 1 and 4 for additional disclosures. The Company is generally no longer subject to examinations by U.S. federal tax authorities for tax years prior to 2019, or by U.S. state and foreign authorities for tax years prior to 2018. The Company believes it is reasonably possible that as much as $0.2 million of its unrecognized tax benefits may be recognized by the end of 2023 as a result of a lapse of the statute of limitations.

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**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**

**17.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;EMPLOYEE SAVINGS PLAN**

The Company has a savings plan (the "Savings Plan") that qualifies as a deferred salary arrangement under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. Under the Savings Plan, participating employees may defer a portion of their pretax earnings, up to the Internal Revenue Service annual contribution limit. The Company contributed $2.1 million, $1.7 million, and $1.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively, to match employee contributions to the Savings Plan.

**18.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE**

Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed based on the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding. Diluted earnings per share is computed based on the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding plus common stock equivalents, where dilutive. The following is a calculation of basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share and weighted-average shares outstanding (in thousands, except per share amounts):

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| | **2022** | **2021** | **2020** |
| Income (loss) from continuing operations | $4176 | $(402) | $(32397) |
| Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax | $— | $(29340) | $2382 |
| Net Income (loss) | $4176 | $(29742) | $(30015) |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding—basic | 44274 | 46333 | 48278 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Add shares issuable from stock-based awards<sup>(1)</sup> | 2259 |  |  |
| Weighted-average shares outstanding—diluted | $46533 | $46333 | $48278 |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations | $0.09 | $(0.01) | $(0.67) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - continuing operations | $0.09 | $(0.01) | $(0.67) |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | $— | $(0.63) | $0.05 |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share - discontinued operations | $— | $(0.63) | $0.05 |
| Basic earnings (loss) per share | $0.09 | $(0.64) | $(0.62) |
| Diluted earnings (loss) per share | $0.09 | $(0.64) | $(0.62) |
| Shares excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share<sup>(2)</sup> | 137 |  |  |
| (1) For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, 2.6 million and 1.3 million shares, respectively, were excluded from the computation of shares contingently issuable upon exercise as we recognized a net loss from continuing operations. | (1) For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, 2.6 million and 1.3 million shares, respectively, were excluded from the computation of shares contingently issuable upon exercise as we recognized a net loss from continuing operations. | (1) For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, 2.6 million and 1.3 million shares, respectively, were excluded from the computation of shares contingently issuable upon exercise as we recognized a net loss from continuing operations. | (1) For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, 2.6 million and 1.3 million shares, respectively, were excluded from the computation of shares contingently issuable upon exercise as we recognized a net loss from continuing operations. |
| (2) Represents outstanding stock-based awards that were anti-dilutive and excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. | (2) Represents outstanding stock-based awards that were anti-dilutive and excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. | (2) Represents outstanding stock-based awards that were anti-dilutive and excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. | (2) Represents outstanding stock-based awards that were anti-dilutive and excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. |

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**Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosures**

None.

**Item 9A.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Controls and Procedures**

*Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures*

Our management, under supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), has conducted an evaluation (pursuant to Rule 13a-15(b) of the Exchange Act) of the effectiveness of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the fiscal period covered by this report.

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These disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the Company's reports that are filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and forms. The Company's disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that this information is accumulated and communicated to management, including the principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Based on such evaluations, the CEO and CFO have concluded that these disclosure controls and procedures are effective to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in our Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified by the SEC, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including the CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

*Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting*

Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act).

Management conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based on the framework in *Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013)* issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation, management concluded that the Company's internal control over financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2022.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risks that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Deloitte & Touche LLP has audited the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2022 and has issued a report regarding its assessment included herein.

*Changes in Internal Controls*

No change in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act) occurred during the quarter ended December 31, 2022 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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**Item 9B.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Other Information**

None.

**Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections**

None.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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**PART III**

**Item 10.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance**

The information called for by Item 10 (other than with respect to executive officers) will be set forth in our definitive proxy statement relating to our 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the "Proxy Statement") to be filed within 120 days of the Company's fiscal year end of December 31, 2022 and is incorporated herein by reference.

**Item 11.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Executive Compensation**

The information called for by this Item will be set forth in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference.

**Item 12.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters**

The information called for by this Item will be set forth in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference.

**Item 13.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence**

The information called for by this Item will be set forth in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference.

**Item 14.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Principal Accountant Fees and Services**

Our independent registered public accounting firm is Deloitte & Touche LLP, Denver, Colorado (PCAOB ID No. 34).

The information called for by this Item will be set forth in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference.

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**PART IV**

**Item 15.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exhibits**

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| (a) | 1. | Financial Statement Schedules |
| | | The consolidated financial statements are listed under Item 8 of this Annual Report. |
| | 2. | Financial Statement Schedules. |
| | | See (b) below. |
| | 3. | Exhibits. |

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|:---|:---|
| 3.1 | <u>[Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on July 23, 2007).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000119312507159824/dex31.htm)</u> |
| 3.2 | <u>[Second Amended and Restated By-laws (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on March 9, 2016).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000095014216003298/eh1600324_ex0301.htm)</u> |
| 3.3 | <u>[Certificate of Amendment to the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, effective April 21, 2015 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to Company's Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on April 21, 2015).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000095014215000803/eh1500512_ex0301.htm)</u> |
| 4.1 | <u>[Specimen Stock Certificate (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to Amendment No. 4 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-141876) filed on June 22, 2007).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000119312507140887/dex41.htm)</u> |
| 4.5 | <u>[Description of Capital Stock (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.5 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/a2021q4capitalstock.htm)</u> |
| 10.1† | <u>[The DHI Group, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Equity Award Plan, as amended and restated on March 11, 2020 (the "2012 Equity Plan") (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No.333-182756) filed on October 9, 2020).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000095014220002391/eh200103924_ex0401.htm)</u> |
| 10.2† | <u>[Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement under the 2012 Equity Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.3 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-182756) filed on July 19, 2012).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388312000030/exh103restrictedstockagree.htm)</u> |
| 10.3† | <u>[Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the 2012 Equity Plan (incorporated](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[by](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[reference](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[from](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[Exhibit](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[10.3](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[to](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[the](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[Company's](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[Quarterly](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[Report](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[on](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[Form](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[10-Q](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[for the](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[quarter ended](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[June 30,](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[2019 (File](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[No.](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[001-33584)](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[filed on](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[August 1,](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> <u>[2019).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/dhi-psuagreementx2019emplo.htm)</u> |
| 10.4† | <u>[The DHI Group, Inc. 2022 Omnibus Equity Award Plan (the "2022 Equity Plan") (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-266144) filed on July 15, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000095014222002182/eh220269414_ex0401.htm)</u> |
| 10.5† | <u>[The Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the "ESPP") (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-182756) filed on October 9, 2020).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000095014220002391/eh200103924_ex0402.htm)</u> |
| 10.6† | <u>[Employment Agreement, dated as of April 24, 2019, between Dice, Inc. and Chris Henderson (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2019 (File No. 001-33584) filed on August 1, 2019.](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000036/chrishendersonemployment.htm)</u> |
| 10.7† | <u>[Employment Agreement, dated as of February 19, 2019, between Dice, Inc. and Paul Farnsworth (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2019 (File No. 001-33584) filed on May 2, 2019.](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001393883/000139388319000022/paulfarnsworthemployemen.htm)</u> |
| 10.8† | <u>[The DHI Group, Inc. Executive Cash Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.12 to Amendment No. 2 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-141876) filed on June 8, 2007).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000119312507132069/dex1012.htm)</u> |
| 10.9† | <u>[Employment Agreement, dated as of January 31, 2000, and amended as of March 1, 2001, between Earthweb Inc. and Brian Campbell (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.7 to Amendment No. 6 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-141876) filed on July 11, 2007).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000119312507152909/dex107.htm)</u> |
| 10.10† | <u>[Employment Agreement dated as of January 1, 2014 between Dice Inc. and Pamela Bilash (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2014 (File No. 001-33584) filed on April 30, 2014).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388314000016/pambilashemploymentagreeme.htm)</u> |

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| 10.11 | <u>[Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of June 10, 2022, among DHI Group, Inc., Dice Inc. and Dice Career Solutions, Inc., as Borrowers, the various lenders party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, Bank of America, N.A. and BMO Harris Bank N.A., as co-syndication agents and TD Bank, N.A. and Citizens Bank, N.A., as co-documentation agents (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (File No. 001-33584) filed on August 3, 2022)](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000087/finalcreditagreementdhi2022.htm)[.](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000087/finalcreditagreementdhi2022.htm)</u> |
| 10.12† | <u>[Employment Agreement and Addendum to Employment Agreement dated as of April 9, 2018 between DHI Group, Inc., Dice Inc. and Art Zeile (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2018 (File No. 001-33584) filed on August 2, 2018).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388318000038/dhiemploymentagreementar.htm)</u> |
| 10.13† | <u>[Employment Agreement and Addendum to Employment Agreement dated as of September 25, 2018, between DHI Group, Inc. and Michelle Marian.](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388319000009/michellemarianemployment.htm)</u> |
| 10.14\*† | <u>[Employment Agreement and Addendum to Employment Agreement dated as of October 17, 2019, between DHI Group, Inc. and Arie Kanofsky.](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388320000011/ariekanofskydhigroupexec.htm)</u> |
| 10.15† | <u>[Employment Agreement dated as of December 12, 2019 among DHI Group, Inc., Dice Inc. and Kevin Bostick (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on December 13, 2019).](http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000095014219002467/eh1901324_ex1001.htm)</u> |
| 10.16\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as of December 12, 2019 between Dice, Inc. and Kevin Bostick (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.20 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-kevinbostickpw.htm)</u> |
| 10.17\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as of April 24, 2019 between Dice, Inc. and Chris Henderson](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-chrishenderson.htm)[(incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.21 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-chrishenderson.htm)</u> |
| 10.18\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as of February 19, 2019 between Dice, Inc. and Paul Farnsworth (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.22 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-paulfarnsworth.htm)</u> |
| 10.19\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as January 1, 2014 between Dice, Inc. and Pamela Bilash (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.23 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-pambilashpwecg.htm)</u> |
| 10.20\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as of October 17, 2019 between Dice, Inc. and Arie Kanofsky (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.24 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-ariekanofskypw.htm)</u> |
| 10.21\*† | <u>[First Amendment, dated as of February 8, 2022, to Employment Agreement dated as of September 25, 2018 between Dice, Inc. and Michelle Marian (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.25 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-33584) filed on February 11, 2022).](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1393883/000139388322000025/eaamendment-michellemarian.htm)</u> |
| 21.1\* | <u>[Subsidiaries of the Registrant.](a2022q4211subsidiariesofre.htm)</u> |
| 23.1\* | <u>[Consent Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm](a2022q4231consentofindepen.htm)</u> |
| 31.1\* | <u>[Certifications of Art Zeile, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.](a2022q4311certificationofc.htm)</u> |
| 31.2\* | <u>[Certifications of Kevin Bostick, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.](a2022q4312certificationofc.htm)</u> |
| 32.1\* | <u>[Certifications of Art Zeile, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.](a2022q4321certificationofc.htm)</u> |
| 32.2\* | <u>[Certifications of Kevin Bostick, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.](a2022q4322certificationofc.htm)</u> |
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**SCHEDULE II**

**DHI GROUP, INC.**

**CONSOLIDATED VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS**

**As of December 31, 2020, 2021 and 2022** 

**(in thousands)**

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| **<u>Column A</u>** | **Column B** | **Column C** | **Column D** | **Column E** |
| | **Balance at<br>Beginning<br>of Period** | **Charged<br>to Income** | **Deductions** | **Balance<br>at End of<br>Period** |
| **<u>Description</u>** | | | | |
| **Reserves Deducted From Assets to Which They Apply:** | | | | |
| **Reserve for uncollectible accounts receivable:** | | | | |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2020 | $580 | $1023 | $(602) | $1001 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2021 | 1001 | 330 | (598) | 733 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2022 | 733 | 1469 | (828) | 1374 |
| **Deferred tax valuation allowance:** |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2020 | $5072 | $233 | $— | $5305 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2021 | 5305 | (166) |  | 5139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Year ended December 31, 2022 | 5139 | 555 |  | 5694 |

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*See notes to consolidated financial statements included elsewhere herein.*

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**SIGNATURES**

**Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this Annual Report on Form 10-K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.** 

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| Date: | February 10, 2023 | DHI Group, Inc. | DHI Group, Inc. |
|  |  | By: | /S/ Art Zeile |
|  |  |  | Art Zeile |
|  |  |  | President and Chief Executive Officer |
|  |  |  | (on behalf of the registrant) |

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**Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates indicated.**

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| **Signature** | **Title** | **Date** |
| /S/ Art Zeile | President, Chief Executive Officer and Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Art Zeile** | (Principal Executive Officer) |  |
| /S/ Kevin Bostick | Chief Financial Officer | February 10, 2023 |
| **Kevin Bostick** | (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) |  |
| /S/ Brian Schipper | Chairman and Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Brian Schipper** |  |  |
| /S/ Scipio Carnecchia | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Scipio Carnecchia** |  |  |
| /S/ Jim Friedlich | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Jim Friedlich** |  |  |
| /S/ Jennifer Deason | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Jennifer Deason** |  |  |
| /S/ David Windley | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **David Windley** |  |  |
| /S/ Elizabeth Salomon | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Elizabeth Salomon** |  |  |
| /S/ Kathleen Swann | Director | February 10, 2023 |
| **Kathleen Swann** |  |  |

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## Exhibit 21.1

**EXHIBIT 21.1**

**SUBSIDIARIES** 

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|:---|:---|
| **Subsidiary** | **Jurisdiction of Incorporation** |
| Dice Inc. | Delaware |
| Dice Career Solutions, Inc. | Delaware |
| Targeted Job Fairs, Inc. | Delaware |

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## Exhibit 23.1

**CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM**

We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement Nos. 333-249405 and 333-266144 on Form S-8 of our reports dated February 10, 2023, relating to the financial statements of DHI Group, Inc. and the effectiveness of DHI Group, Inc.'s internal control over financial reporting appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022.

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP

Denver, CO

February 10, 2023

## Exhibit 31.1

**EXHIBIT 31.1**

**CEO CERTIFICATION**

**PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE**

**SARBANES – OXLEY ACT OF 2002**

I, Art Zeile, certify that:

1. I have reviewed the annual report on Form 10-K of DHI Group, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for the external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 10, 2023

By: <u>/s/ Art Zeile</u> 

Art Zeile

Chief Executive Officer

DHI Group, Inc.

## Exhibit 31.2

**EXHIBIT 31.2**

**CFO CERTIFICATION**

**PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE**

**SARBANES – OXLEY ACT OF 2002**

I, Kevin Bostick, certify that:

1. I have reviewed the annual report on Form 10-K of DHI Group, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for the external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 10, 2023

By: <u>/s/ Kevin Bostick</u> 

Kevin Bostick

Chief Financial Officer

DHI Group, Inc.

## Exhibit 32.1

**EXHIBIT 32.1**

**CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO**

**18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO**

**SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002**

In connection with the Annual Report of DHI Group, Inc. (the "Company") on Form 10-K for the period ending December 31, 2022 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report"), I, Art Zeile, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to the best of my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m or 78o(d)); and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

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|:---|:---|
| February 10, 2023 | /s/ Art Zeile |
| | Art Zeile |
| | Chief Executive Officer |
| | DHI Group, Inc. |

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## Exhibit 32.2

**EXHIBIT 32.2**

**CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO**

**18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO**

**SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002**

In connection with the Annual Report of DHI Group, Inc. (the "Company") on Form 10-K for the period ending December 31, 2022 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report"), I, Kevin Bostick, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to the best of my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m or 78o(d)); and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

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| February 10, 2023 | /s/ Kevin Bostick |
| | Kevin Bostick |
| | Chief Financial Officer |
| | DHI Group, Inc. |

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