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Cytek Biosciences enters severance and consulting agreements with former CLO Valerie Barnett
Cytek Biosciences, Inc.
- Valerie Barnett's CLO role terminated June 29, 2026; severance lump sum of $365,775.12 plus COBRA through April 30, 2027.
- If change in control occurs within 3 months, enhanced severance: 18 months base salary plus 2026 bonus target, COBRA through Jan 31, 2028, and equity acceleration.
- Consulting agreement from July 10 to Aug 31, 2026 at $1,000/hour, max 10 hours/week, with continued equity vesting during term.
- Previously granted equity awards under 2021 Equity Incentive Plan continue to vest subject to Continuous Service during consulting.