Acutus Medical Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
On June 1, 2022, Acutus Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AFIB) granted a total of 10,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) to three new employees as part of its 2022 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan. The RSUs will vest annually over four years, contingent upon these employees maintaining their positions. This decision aligns with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) and highlights Acutus's commitment to attracting talent in the electrophysiology field.
Acutus is dedicated to enhancing arrhythmia diagnosis and treatment through innovative technologies and a strong global sales presence.
- Equity awards granted to 3 new hires, showcasing commitment to talent acquisition.
- Vesting schedule incentivizes long-term employee retention.
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CARLSBAD, Calif., June 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acutus Medical, Inc. (“Acutus” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: AFIB), an arrhythmia management company focused on improving the way cardiac arrhythmias are diagnosed and treated, granted equity awards on June 1, 2022 that were approved by the Compensation Committee of its Board of Directors under Company’s 2022 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan, as a material inducement to employment to 3 individuals hired by Acutus in May 2022. The equity awards were approved in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
The employees received, in the aggregate, 10,000 restricted stock units (“RSUs”). One-fourth of the RSUs granted to each employee will vest yearly on each anniversary of the grant date, such that the RSUs granted to each employee will be fully vested on the fourth anniversary of the grant date, in each case, subject to each such employee’s continued employment with Acutus on such vesting date.
About Acutus Medical, Inc.
Acutus is an arrhythmia management company focused on improving the way cardiac arrhythmias are diagnosed and treated. Acutus is committed to advancing the field of electrophysiology with a unique array of products and technologies which will enable more physicians to treat more patients more efficiently and effectively. Through internal product development, acquisitions and global partnerships, Acutus has established a global sales presence delivering a broad portfolio of highly differentiated electrophysiology products that provide its customers with a complete solution for catheter-based treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. Founded in 2011, Acutus is based in Carlsbad, California.
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