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Neuronetics Reports Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Key Takeaway: Neuronetics, Inc. announced on December 16, 2024, that it has granted inducement awards to new employees under NASDAQ Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The awards include performance restricted stock units and restricted stock units aimed at incentivizing new hires. The vesting of these awards is contingent on the company's ability to achieve specific cash flow breakeven milestones. This initiative reflects Neuronetics' strategy to build a skilled workforce while aiming for financial stability in its operations.

Market Sentiment Analysis

POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Inducement grants suggest confidence in the growth of the company.
  • Performance metrics tied to cash flow breakeven milestones indicate operational focus.
  • Neuronetics aims to strengthen its team, which could enhance future performance.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • Dependence on achieving cash flow breakeven may indicate current financial challenges.
  • Vesting stipulations require continued employment, which may reduce flexibility for staff.

Full Press Release Details

MALVERN, Pa., Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Neuronetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STIM) (the “Company”) today announced the granting of inducement awards to new employees as described below. In accordance with NASDAQ Listing Rule 5635(c)(4), these awards were approved by the Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors and were made as material inducements to the recipients’ employment with the Company. In all cases, vesting is subject to the recipient’s continued service with the Company through the applicable vesting date, and the awards are subject to the terms of the Company’s 2020 Inducement Incentive Plan.
Performance restricted stock units (“PRSUs”)
Name Number of PRSUs Vesting Date
Bill Leonard 100,000 December 31, 2025
Andy Crish 60,000 December 31, 2025
Geoff Grammer 60,000 December 31, 2025
Peter Willett 60,000 December 31, 2025
25% of the award will be attained if the Company achieves cash flow breakeven for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025, 50% of the award will be attained if the Company achieves cash flow breakeven for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2025, and 25% of the award will be attained if the Company achieves cash flow breakeven for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025.
Restricted stock units (“RSUs”)
Name Number of Inducement Plan RSUs Vesting Schedule
Bill Leonard 100,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Bill Leonard 100,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Andy Crish 33,750 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Andy Crish 33,750 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Geoff Grammer 33,750 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Geoff Grammer 33,750 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Peter Willett 33,750 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Peter Willett 33,750 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Latoya Blaylock 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Latoya Blaylock 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Annie Farley 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Annie Farley 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Thomas Harris 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Thomas Harris 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Nicole Lowry 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Nicole Lowry 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Bryce Newmann 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Bryce Newmann 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
Egan Pratt 24,000 1/3 on first anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date
Egan Pratt 16,000 1/3 on second anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on third anniversary of grant date; 1/3 on fourth anniversary of grant date
About Neuronetics and Greenbrook
Neuronetics, Inc. (“Neuronetics”) believes that mental health is as important as physical health. As a global leader in neuroscience, Neuronetics is redefining patient and physician expectations by offering exceptional treatments that produce extraordinary results. Neuronetics’ NeuroStar Advanced Therapy for Mental Health is a non-drug, noninvasive treatment that can improve the quality of life for people suffering from neurohealth conditions when traditional medication has not helped. In addition to selling the NeuroStar system and associated treatment sessions to customers, Greenbrook TMS Inc. (“Greenbrook”) operates treatment centers across the United States, offering both NeuroStar Advanced Therapy (transcranial magnetic stimulation or “TMS”) and Spravato® (esketamine nasal spray) for the treatment of major depressive disorder (“MDD”) and other mental health disorders. NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is the leading TMS treatment for MDD in adults with more than 6.9 million treatments delivered and is backed by the largest clinical data set of any TMS treatment system for depression, including the world’s largest depression outcomes registry. Spravato® is offered to treat adults with treatment-resistant depression and depressive symptoms in adults with MDD with suicidal thoughts or actions. Greenbrook has provided more than 1.68 million treatments to over 51,000 patients struggling with depression.
Mike Vallie or Mark Klausner

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the inducement awards by Neuronetics?

Neuronetics granted inducement awards to new employees as part of their employment.

What is the vesting condition for these awards?

Vesting is contingent upon recipients' continued service until the applicable vesting date.

How are PRSUs vested in Neuronetics?

PRSUs are earned based on cash flow breakeven achievements for specific fiscal quarters.

What does the RSU vesting schedule look like?

RSUs typically vest in thirds over three or four years from the grant date.

What treatments does Neuronetics offer?

Neuronetics offers NeuroStar TMS therapy and Spravato for mental health conditions.

Last updated: Dec 16, 2024