Cingulate sets exec chairman retainer at $10K/mo; CEO on leave at 75% pay; ex-exec Myers gets $436K severance

Cingulate Inc.

John A. Roberts appointed Executive Chairman effective Aug 14; receives $10,000/month cash retainer.
CEO Shane Schaffer on administrative leave; salary reduced to 75% with benefits continued.
Laurie Myers employment ended Aug 7; Separation Agreement signed Aug 28 for $436,720 severance paid over 12 months.
Myers' unvested stock options fully vest and remain exercisable; post-employment restrictions including non-disparagement apply.

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