Zenas BioPharma Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Company Overview - Zenas BioPharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for autoimmune diseases [3] - The company's lead product candidate, obexelimab, is a bifunctional monoclonal antibody targeting CD19 and FcγRIIb, aimed at inhibiting the activity of B cells involved in autoimmune diseases without depleting them [3] - Zenas aims to leverage its experienced leadership and disciplined product acquisition strategy to identify and develop candidates that provide superior clinical benefits for patients with autoimmune diseases [3] Stock Option Grant - On June 16, 2025, Zenas granted a non-qualified stock option to purchase 112,000 shares of common stock to a newly hired employee as an inducement for employment [1] - The stock option has a ten-year term with an exercise price of $9.97, equal to the closing price on the grant date [2] - The option will vest over four years, with 25% vesting on the one-year anniversary of employment and the remainder vesting in 36 equal monthly installments, contingent on the employee's continued service [2]