Plurilock Appoints David Kris, Former Head of the Department of Justice’s National Security Division, to Industry Advisory Council

Technology
Monday, September 16th, 2024 4:56 pm EDT

Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – September 16, 2024) – Plurilock Security Inc. (TSXV: PLUR) (OTCQB: PLCKF) (“Plurilock” or the “Company”), a global cybersecurity services and solutions provider, announces the appointment of 30-year veteran security lawyer David Kris to the Company’s Industry Advisory Council.

David Kris is a co-founder of Culper Partners LLC, a firm specializing in the intersection of public policy, security, geopolitics, and law. Before forming Culper, Mr. Kris held the position of General Counsel at Intellectual Ventures for six years, a privately held invention investment company with more than US$6 billion under management. He also served as the Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Time Warner, Inc. Currently, Mr. Kris teaches law to U.S. Intelligence Community lawyers and is a University Affiliate at Georgetown University.

In the government sector, Mr. Kris was appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate to lead the Department of Justice’s National Security Division. In this role, he oversaw all federal espionage and terrorism cases, as well as the use of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Additionally, he served as a senior advisor to both Republican and Democratic Attorneys General and Deputy Attorneys General. With over eight years of experience as a federal prosecutor, Mr. Kris has a deep understanding of the legal aspects of national security and has received several prestigious awards and medals for his outstanding contributions. Currently, Mr. Kris advises the U.S. Intelligence Community and acts as a friend of the court for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Courts.

“In today’s world, the private sector is increasingly important to national and international security,” said David Kris. “That is why I am so pleased to be joining Plurilock’s Industry Advisory Council. The Company’s outstanding talent, technology, knowledge, and capabilities will help governments and non-state entities alike to protect themselves from attack. I look forward to the good work ahead.”

“David’s expertise and experience in intelligence, law enforcement, and security make him an invaluable asset,” said Ian L. Paterson, CEO of Plurilock. “With a legal career spanning over 30 years, holding key roles in government, private industry, and academia, he brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive relationships that will be instrumental in forging Plurilock’s strategic initiatives.”

A total of 20,000 options will be granted to certain consultants of the Company pursuant to the Omnibus Plan, subject to TSXV approval, with a strike price of $0.65. The stock options are granted for a five-year term from September 16, 2024, and vesting will commence immediately.

About Plurilock

Plurilock sells cybersecurity solutions to the United States and Canadian Federal Governments along with Global 2000 companies. Through these relationships, Plurilock sells its unique brand of Critical Services-aiding clients with our expertise to defend against, detect, and prevent costly data breaches and cyberattacks.

For more information, visit https://www.plurilock.com or contact:

Ian L. Paterson
Chief Executive Officer
ian@plurilock.com
416.800.1566

Ali Hakimzadeh
Executive Chairman
ali@sequoiapartners.ca
604.306.5720

Sean Peasgood
Investor Relations
sean@sophiccapital.com
647.953.5607

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