Codex DNA, Inc. and Timothy E. Cloutier have entered into an agreement (the Separation Agreement) pursuant to which Mr. Cloutier will depart the Company on September 17, 2021. Under the Separation Agreement, Mr. Cloutier will be entitled to various severance benefits previously approved by the Company’s Board of Directors for employees at the Senior Vice President level in the Company. Mr. Cloutier’s receipt of the Severance Benefits was subject to his execution of the Separation Agreement, which contains, among other provisions, a general release and waiver of claims. Mr. Cloutier’s departure was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.