On December 15, 2017, Akoustis Technologies, Inc. announces that Cindy C. Payne, Vice President of Finance, Corporate Controller, and Treasurer notified the company that she will resign from all positions she holds with the company, effective as of a date still to be determined. Ms. Payne previously served as the company’s Chief Financial Officer until she voluntarily stepped down to the position of Vice President of Finance, effective July 2017.