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Sherrie Perkins and Paul Buckman notified on April 22 and 23, 2026, of decision not to stand for re-election at May 21, 2026 Annual Meeting.

Departures not due to any disagreements with Company operations, policies, management or Board.

Board size increased from seven to nine members on April 23, 2026, creating two vacancies.

Michel Lee and Sergio Mello appointed as directors effective immediately upon Nominating Committee recommendation.

New directors to receive cash and equity compensation per non-employee director policy.

No arrangements, family relationships or material interests disclosed for new directors.

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The planned departures of directors Sherrie Perkins and Paul Buckman ahead of the May 21, 2026 Annual Meeting are amicable, with explicit confirmation of no disagreements, signaling board continuity. The immediate expansion of the Board to nine members and appointments of Michel Lee, a veteran capital markets and investment professional with crypto ties via Hashkey Group, and Sergio Mello, a stablecoin and web3 expert from Anchorage Digital and prior ventures, bring specialized expertise in blockchain, investments, and digital assets. Compensation follows the established non-employee director policy, with standard indemnification agreements providing protection typical for such roles. These changes refresh board composition without disruption.

HSDT · Tessera Defense and Homeland Security Inc

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