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nLIGHT (NASDAQ: LASR) CFO receives 100,000 performance-based RSUs

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Corso Joseph John reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

NLIGHT, INC. Chief Financial Officer Joseph John Corso received a grant of 100,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) tied to performance and service conditions. Each RSU represents one share of common stock when it vests. The compensation committee certified the performance goals on May 5, 2026, and 100% of the RSUs are scheduled to vest on May 14, 2026, if he remains employed through that date. Following this award, he directly holds 270,896 shares of common stock, including unvested RSUs.

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Insider Corso Joseph John
Role Chief Financial Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 100,000 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 270,896 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Represents an equal number of restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the right to receive a share of the Issuer's common stock on the date it vests. These RSUs were granted subject to performance- and service-based vesting requirements. On May 5, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Issuer's Board of Directors certified the level of achievement of the performance-based conditions. As a result, one hundred percent (100%) of the RSUs will vest on May 14, 2026, subject to continued service with the Issuer through such date. Includes common stock owned and unvested restricted stock units.
RSU grant size 100,000 RSUs Grant/award on May 5, 2026, for CFO
Grant price $0.00 per share Equity compensation, not an open-market purchase
Vesting date May 14, 2026 All RSUs vest subject to continued service
Total holdings after grant 270,896 shares Direct ownership including unvested RSUs
restricted stock units (RSUs) financial
"Represents an equal number of restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the right to receive a share..."
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a type of company promise to give employees shares of stock in the future, usually after certain conditions like working for a set time. They are like a gift promised today that you receive later, which can become valuable if the company's stock price goes up. RSUs matter because they are a way companies reward employees and can be a significant part of compensation.
performance- and service-based vesting requirements financial
"These RSUs were granted subject to performance- and service-based vesting requirements."
Compensation Committee financial
"On May 5, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Issuer's Board of Directors certified the level..."
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
certified the level of achievement financial
"the Compensation Committee ... certified the level of achievement of the performance-based conditions."
unvested restricted stock units financial
"Includes common stock owned and unvested restricted stock units."
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Corso Joseph John

(Last)(First)(Middle)
4637 NW 18TH AVENUE

(Street)
CAMAS WASHINGTON 98607

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
NLIGHT, INC. [ LASR ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Financial Officer
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/05/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock05/05/2026A100,000(1)A$0270,896(2)D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents an equal number of restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the right to receive a share of the Issuer's common stock on the date it vests. These RSUs were granted subject to performance- and service-based vesting requirements. On May 5, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Issuer's Board of Directors certified the level of achievement of the performance-based conditions. As a result, one hundred percent (100%) of the RSUs will vest on May 14, 2026, subject to continued service with the Issuer through such date.
2. Includes common stock owned and unvested restricted stock units.
Remarks:
/s/ Julie Dimmick, as attorney-in-fact05/07/2026
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FAQ

What did NLIGHT (LASR) CFO Joseph Corso receive in this Form 4?

NLIGHT’s CFO Joseph John Corso received 100,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) as equity compensation. Each RSU converts into one share of common stock upon vesting, aligning his interests with shareholders through performance- and service-based incentives.

How are the 100,000 RSUs for NLIGHT (LASR) CFO structured?

The 100,000 RSUs are subject to both performance- and service-based vesting requirements. Performance conditions were certified on May 5, 2026, and all RSUs are set to vest on May 14, 2026, if Corso continues serving NLIGHT through that date.

When will the NLIGHT (LASR) CFO’s 100,000 RSUs vest?

All 100,000 RSUs are scheduled to vest on May 14, 2026, following certification of performance conditions on May 5, 2026. Vesting is contingent on the CFO’s continued service with NLIGHT through the vesting date.

What does the Form 4 say about NLIGHT (LASR) CFO’s total holdings?

After the RSU grant, the CFO directly holds 270,896 shares of NLIGHT common stock. This figure includes both currently owned common shares and unvested restricted stock units reported as part of his equity stake.

Did the NLIGHT (LASR) CFO buy shares in the open market?

No, the Form 4 shows a grant of 100,000 RSUs at a price of $0.00 per unit. This indicates stock-based compensation from NLIGHT, rather than an open-market purchase using personal funds.

What triggers vesting of NLIGHT (LASR) CFO’s performance-based RSUs?

Vesting requires both certified performance achievement and continued service. The compensation committee certified performance conditions on May 5, 2026, and the RSUs will vest on May 14, 2026, provided the CFO remains employed through that date.