Pulse Biosciences, Inc. On March 28, 2023, the Company's Board of Directors appointed Manmeet S. Soni to the newly created position of Lead Independent Director of the Board of Directors. In keeping with the Company's Amended and Restated Outside Director Compensation Policy, Mr. Soni will be paid an annual fee of $80,000, payable on a quarterly basis, for his additional responsibilities as the Company's Lead Independent Director.