UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
AMENDMENT NO. 1
TO
FORM 8-K/A
CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 12, 2017
Troika Media Group, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)
Nevada | | 000-26213 | | 83-0401552 |
(State or Other Jurisdiction | | (Commission | | (IRS Employer |
of Incorporation) | | File Number) | | Identification No.) |
101 S. La Brea
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
(323) 965-1650
(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
M2 nGage Group, Inc.
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
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ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
(a) Financial Statements of Business Acquired.
In accordance with Item 9.01(a)(4) of Form 8-K, Troika Media Group, Inc. (the "Company") is filing on this date the financial statements of Troika Design Group Inc. and the Troika Subsidiaries, the business acquired, as required by Item 9.01(a)(1):
Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 31, 2017 (Unaudited) | F - 2 |
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Consolidated Statements of Operations for the six months ended July 31, 2017 (unaudited) | F- 3 |
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Consolidated Statement of Stockholder's Deficit for the six months ended July 31, 2017 | F - 4 |
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the six months ended July 31, 2017 (unaudited) | F - 5 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements as of July 31, 2017 (Unaudited) | F - 6 |
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Independent Auditor's Report | F - 14 |
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Consolidated Balance Sheet as of January 1, 2017 | F - 16 |
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Consolidated Statement of Operations for the year ended January 31, 2017 | F - 18 |
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Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Deficit for the year ended January 31, 2017 | F - 19 |
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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended January 31, 2017 | F - 20 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements as of January 31, 2017 | F - 21 |
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Independent Auditors Report | F - 38 |
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Consolidated Balance Sheets as of January 31, 2016 and 2015 | F - 39 |
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Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | F - 40 |
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Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | F - 41 |
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | F - 42 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | F - 43 |
(b) Pro Forma Financial Information.
In accordance with Item 9.01(b)(2) of Form 8-K, the Company will file the pro forma financial information required by Item 9.01(b)(1) by a further amendment to this Form 8-K.
SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
Date: November 28, 2017 | Troika Media Group, Inc. |
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| By: /s/ Chrisopher Broderick |
| Name: Christopher Broderick |
| Title: Chief Operating Officer |
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Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 31, 2017 | F - 2 |
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Consolidated Statement of Operations – For the six months ended July 31, 2017 | F - 3 |
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Consolidated Statement of Stockholder's Deficit – For the six months ended July 31, 2017 | F - 4 |
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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows – For the six months ended July 31, 2017 | F - 5 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | F - 6 |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
(UNAUDITED)
| | July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
ASSETS | | | |
Current assets: | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 95,000 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 692,000 | |
Rent Receivable | | | 14,000 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 98,000 | |
Total current assets | | | 899,000 | |
Property and equipment, net | | | 1,098,000 | |
Deposits | | | 75,000 | |
Total assets | | $ | 2,072,000 | |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDER'S DEFICIT | | | |
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Current liabilities | | | |
Accounts payable | | $ | 1,189,000 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 644,000 | |
Deferred revenue | | | 190,000 | |
Other liabilities | | | 615,000 | |
Related party notes payable | | | 435,000 | |
Total current liabilities | | | 3,079,000 | |
Long term liabilities | | | | |
Deferred charges | | | 1,057,000 | |
Total liabilities | | | 4,141,000 | |
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Stockholder's deficit: | | | | |
Common stock, no par value: 750 shares authorized; 250 shares issued and outstanding | | | 3,000 | |
Paid-in-Capital | | | 4,576,000 | |
Accumulated deficit | | | (6,636,000 | ) |
Total stockholder's deficit | | | (2,057,000 | ) |
Total liabilities and stockholder's deficit | | $ | 2,072,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
| | Six months Ended July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
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Total project revenues | | | 6,028,000 | |
Cost of revenues: | | | | |
Production costs | | | 2,000 | |
Direct labor | | | 1,638,000 | |
Contract labor | | | 2,076,000 | |
Cost of revenues | | | 3,716,000 | |
Gross profit | | | 2,312,000 | |
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Operating Expenses: | | | | |
Operating Expenses | | | 2,618,000 | |
Loss from operations | | | (306,000 | ) |
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Other expense: | | | | |
Other expense | | | (32,000 | ) |
Total other expense | | | (32,000 | ) |
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Loss before provision for income tax | | | (338,000 | ) |
Provision for income tax | | | - | |
Net loss | | | (338,000 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDER'S DEFICIT
(UNAUDITED)
| | Common Stock | | | Paid-in | | | Accumulated | | | | |
| | Shares | | | Amount | | | Capital | | | Deficit | | | Total | |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2016 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | | | | | (4,790,000 | ) | | | (4,787,000 | ) |
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Net loss | | | - | | | | - | | | - | | | | (1,508,000 | ) | | | (1,508,000 | ) |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2017 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | - | | | | (6,298,000 | ) | | | (6,295,000 | ) |
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Paid-in-Capital | | | - | | | | - | | | | 4,576,000 | | | | - | | | | 4,576,000 | |
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Net loss | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | (338,000 | ) | | | (338,000 | ) |
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BALANCE — July 31, 2017 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 4,576,000 | | | | (6,636,000 | ) | | | (2,057,000 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
| | Six Months Ended July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | | | |
Net loss | | $ | (338,000 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | (213,000 | ) |
Straight-line rent and tenant incentive amortization | | | (100,000 | ) |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | 490,000 | |
Rent receivable | | | (11,000 | ) |
Costs in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | 43,000 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | (28,000 | ) |
Accounts payable | | | (335,000 | ) |
Accrued Expenses | | | (107,000 | ) |
Deferred revenue | | | 1,216,000 | |
Related party payables | | | (602,000 | ) |
Other Liabilities | | | (587,000 | ) |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | | | (572,000 | ) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | | | | |
Write off of fully depreciated assets | | | (26,000 | ) |
Net cash used in investing activities | | | (247,000 | ) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | |
Proceeds from Investment in Troika | | | 2,111,000 | |
Repayment of related party notes payable | | | (1,773,000 | ) |
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities | | | 338,000 | |
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NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | | | (260,000 | ) |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — beginning of period | | | 355,000 | |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — end of period | | $ | 95,000 | |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: | | | | |
Cash paid during the period for: | | | | |
Interest | | $ | - | |
Income taxes | | $ | - | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
Troika Design Group, Inc. ("Troika") is a leading brand consultancy and marketing innovations agency specializing in the growing entertainment and sports media category. With many longstanding relationships among blue-chip media companies combined with a reputation as a leading category innovator, Troika continues to attract a growing list of entertainment, sports, media, gaming and consumer brand clients who are seeking trusted and new ways to connect with consumers, audiences and fans through evolving media and technology.
Troika was founded in 2001. Troika is a C-Corporation and has one wholly-owned subsidiary, Troika Production Group, LLC ("TPG").
Pursuant to the terms of a Merger Agreement dated June 12, 2017, on June 14, 2017 a wholly-owned subsidiary of M2nGage Group, Inc. was merged with and into Troika with the company as the surviving entity and a wholly-owned subsidiary of the acquirer. The total purchase price was approximately $5.0 million plus 30,700,000 shares of common stock of the acquirer.
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements included herein, presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles utilized in the United States of America ("GAAP"), and stated in U.S. dollars, have been prepared by the Company. These financial statements reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for fair presentation of the information contained therein.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Troika, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, TPG. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. All amounts are rounded to the nearest thousand ($,000)
Going Concern
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual method of accounting in accordance with GAAP and have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business. The Company has incurred a significant operating loss for the six months ended July 31, 2017. Further, at July 31, 2017, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $95,000. Due to the project based nature of the business, the Company needs to fund fixed costs through operations. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for at least twelve months from the issuance date of this financial statement. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
We believe that our cash on hand at July 31, 2017 of approximately $95,000, collections from the sale of our services, the ability to scale our operations through freelance services as projects are awarded, are sufficient to sustain our planned operations for the next fiscal year; however, we cannot assure you of this and we may require additional debt or equity financing in the future to maintain operations. The Company intends to work with investment bankers and consultants to increase its working capital. The Company cannot make any assurances that any additional financing will be completed on a timely basis, on acceptable terms or at all.
Management's inability to successfully close projects and complete any other financing will adversely impact the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the accompanying consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to the accounts receivable, fair values of financial instruments, intangible assets, useful lives of intangible assets and property and equipment, income taxes, and contingent liabilities, among others. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of our assets and liabilities.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
For purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand held at financial institutions.
Revenue Recognition
Troika accounts for agreements using the Percentage of Completion Method in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") Topic 605 Revenue Recognition("ASC 605"). Under ASC 605, Troika records revenues and expenses as a contracted project progresses, and based on the percentage of costs incurred to date compared to the total estimated costs of the contract. Billings in excess of costs generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as deferred revenues until the revenue recognition criteria are met and costs in excess of billings generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as an asset on the balance sheet.
Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are typically from credit worthy customers. For those customers to whom we extend credit, we perform periodic evaluations of them and maintain allowances for potential credit losses as deemed necessary. We have a policy of reserving for doubtful accounts based on our best estimate of the amount of potential credit losses in existing accounts receivable. We periodically review our accounts receivable to determine whether an allowance is necessary based on an analysis of past due accounts and other factors that may indicate that the realization of an account may be in doubt. Account balances deemed to be uncollectible are charged to the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted and the potential for recovery is considered remote. We did not have an allowance for doubtful accounts at July 31, 2017.
Costs in Excess of Billings on Uncompleted Contracts
Troika accounts for unbilled accounts receivable using the percentage-of-completion accounting method for revenue recognized but not yet invoiced to the client due to contract terms or the timing of the account invoicing cycle.
Property and Equipment
Troika accounts for property and equipment at cost less accumulated depreciation. Troika computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally three to five years. Depreciation for equipment, furniture and fixtures and vehicles commences once placed in service for its intended use. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the lives of the respective leases or service lives of the improvements, whichever is shorter. We expense the cost of maintenance and repairs as incurred. Expenditures that enhance the functionality or extend the useful lives of the assets are capitalized and depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.
Income taxes
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, not expected to be realized; in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes. Net deferred tax benefits have been fully reserved at July 31, 2017. The effect on deferred income tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the period that such tax rate changes are enacted.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to significant concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents. The Company maintains cash balances at financial institutions which exceed the current Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") limit of $250,000 at times during the year.
We consider cash equivalents to be all short-term investments that have an initial maturity of 90 days or less and are not restricted. We invest our cash in short- term money market accounts.
Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are typically from credit worthy customers. For those customers to whom we extend credit, we perform periodic evaluations of our customers and maintain allowances for potential credit losses as deemed necessary. We generally do not require collateral to secure accounts receivable. We estimate credit losses based on management's evaluation of historical bad debts, customer concentrations, customer credit-worthiness, current economic trends and changes in customer payment patterns when evaluating the adequacy of our allowance for doubtful accounts. At July 31, 2017, we did not have an allowance for doubtful accounts or bad debt expense. Although we expect to collect amounts due, actual collections may differ from the estimated amounts.
As of July 31, 2017, four customers accounted for approximately 66.0% of total accounts receivable. Six customers accounted for 42.3% of net revenues for the six months ended July 31, 2017.
Accounts Payable
As of July 31, 2017, one vendor accounted for 17.32% of total accounts payable. No single vendor accounted for more than 10% of purchases for the six months ended July 31, 2017.
Long-Lived Assets
Troika assesses long-lived assets for potential impairments at the end of each year, or during the year if an event or other circumstance indicates that we may not be able to recover the carrying amount of the asset. In evaluating long-lived assets for impairment, Troika measures recoverability of these assets by comparing the carrying amounts to the future undiscounted cash flows the assets are expected to generate. If Troika's long-lived assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized equals the amount by which the carrying value of the asset exceeds its fair market value. Troika bases its calculations of the estimated fair value of its long- lived assets on the income approach. For the income approach, Troika uses an internally developed discounted cash flow model that include, among others, the following assumptions: projections of revenues and expenses and related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates and demand trends; expected future investments to grow new units; and estimated discount rates. We base these assumptions on our historical data and experience, industry projections, micro and macro general economic condition projections, and our expectations. We have had no long-lived asset impairment charges for the six months ended July 31, 2017.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In May 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09 (ASU 2014-09) "Revenue from Contracts with Customers." ASU 2014-09 supersedes the revenue recognition requirements in "Revenue Recognition (Topic 605)", and requires entities to recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflect the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled to in exchange for those goods or services. ASU 2014-09 sets forth a new revenue recognition model that requires identifying the contract, identifying the performance obligations, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to performance obligations and recognizing the revenue upon satisfaction of performance obligations. The original effective date for ASU 2014-09 would have required the Company to adopt beginning in its first quarter of 2017. In July 2015, the FASB voted to amend ASU 2014-09 by approving a one-year deferral of the effective date as well as providing the option to early adopt the standard on the original effective date. Accordingly, the Company may adopt the standard in either its first quarter of 2017 or 2018. The new revenue standard may be applied retrospectively to each priorperiod presented or retrospectively with the cumulative effect recognized as of the date of adoption. The Company is currently evaluating the timing of its adoption and the impact of adopting the new revenue standard on its consolidated financial statements.
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-15, Presentation of Financial Statements—Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity's Ability to Continue as a Going Concern. ASU 2014-15 requires that an entity's management evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the entity's ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern exists when relevant conditions and events, considered in the aggregate, indicate that it is probable that the entity will be unable to meet its obligations as they become due within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Certain disclosures are necessary in the footnotes to the financial statements in the event that conditions or events raise substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern. ASU 2014-15 is effective for the annual period ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim periods thereafter and early application is permitted. The Company has not yet assessed the impact ASU 2014-15 will have upon adoption.
In February 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02 (ASU 2016-02) "Leases." ASU 2016-02 provides new lease accounting guidance. ASU 2016-02 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within that reporting period. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on our consolidated financial statements.
NOTE 3. PREPAID EXPENSES AND OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Prepaid expenses and other current assets consist of the following:
| | July 31, | |
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Prepaid insurance | | | 28,000 | |
Prepaid licenses | | | 70,000 | |
| | | 98,000 | |
NOTE 4. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment consists of the following:
| | July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
Machinery and equipment | | $ | 183,000 | |
Office furniture and fixtures | | | 134,000 | |
Computer equipment and software | | | 371,000 | |
Website | | | 28,000 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | | 1,874,000 | |
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Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | | $ | 1,098,000 | |
For the six months ended July 31, 2017, depreciation and amortization was $414,000.
NOTE 5. ACCRUED EXPENSES
Accrued expenses consisted of the following:
| | July 31, | |
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Accrued payroll | | $ | 428,000 | |
Accrued vacation | | | 147,000 | |
Accrued profit sharing 401(k) retirement plan | | | 38,000 | |
Accrued credit card expense | | | 25,000 | |
Accrued other | | | 12,000 | |
| | $ | 644,000 | |
NOTE 6. DEFERRED CHARGES
Deferred charges consisted of the following:
| July 31, | |
| 2017 | |
Deferred tenant incentives | | $ | 640,000 | |
Deferred straight-line rent | | | 417,000 | |
| | $ | 1,057,000 | |
NOTE 7. PROFIT SHARING 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN
The Company has a safe harbor, contributory qualified 401(k) plan covering substantially all full-time employees. Employees are allowed to contribute a percentage of their annual wages to the Plan, subject to certain Internal Revenue Service limitations. The Company contributes a safe harbor non-elective contribution of three percent. For the year ended January 31, 2017, total 401(k) employee matching was $38,000. As of July 31, 2017, there was $38,000 of accrued 401(k) contributions, which is included in accrued expenses in the accompanying balance sheet.
NOTE 8. RELATED PARTY
Related Party Notes Payable
Our founder and CEO, Dan Pappalardo, from time to time advances funds to Troika in the form of a note.
Unsecured short-term notes payable
During 2015, Dan advanced $200,000 to Troika for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on demand.
Unsecured short-term note – Sally Pappalardo
During 2015, Dan's mother advanced $200,000 to Troika for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on demand. On June 14, 2017, accrued interest of $35,000 was added to the note. Total note payable to Sally Pappalardo is $235,000.
Following are the related party notes payable:
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Unsecured note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand | | | 200,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Sally Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand | | | 235,000 | |
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| | $ | 435,000 | |
NOTE 9. INCOME TAXES
The Company's income tax expense consisted of:
| | July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
Current: | | | |
Federal | | $ | - | |
State | | | 1,000 | |
| | $ | 1,000 | |
Deferred: | | | | |
Federal | | $ | (767,000 | ) |
State | | | (228,000 | ) |
Increase in Valuation allowance | | | 995,000 | |
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| | $ | 1,000 | |
The Company's net income (loss) before income tax consisted of:
| | July 31, | |
| | 2017 | |
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United States | | $ | (338,000 | ) |
Foreign | | | - | |
Total | | $ | (338,000 | ) |
A comparison of the federal statutory tax income tax rate to the Company's effective income tax rate is as follows:
Federal tax at statutory rate | | $ | (512,000 | ) |
Return to Provision | | | 382,000 | |
State tax, net of federal benefit | | | (83,000 | ) |
Non-deductible expenses | | | 26,000 | |
Net change in valuation allowance | | | 187,000 | |
Other, net | | | 1,000 | |
Income tax expense | | $ | 1,000 | |
Components of the Company's deferred income tax assets (liabilities) are as follows:
| | July 31, 2017 | |
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Deferred tax assets: | | | |
Accrued expenses | | $ | 258,000 | |
State income taxes | | | 1,000 | |
Net operating loss carryforward | | | 950,000 | |
Other | | | 1,000 | |
Subtotal deferred tax assets | | | 1,210,000 | |
Valuation allowance | | | (757,000 | ) |
Net Deferred Tax Assets | | $ | 453,000 | |
Deferred tax liabilities:
Depreciation and amortization | | $ | (376,000 | ) |
State income taxes | | | (77,000 | ) |
| | | (453,000 | ) |
Net Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities | | $ | - | |
Deferred income taxes and liabilities are determined based on the differences between financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, expected to be realized in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes.
As of July 31, 2017, the Company had established a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets. This valuation allowance was established as result of significant negative evidence with respect to the realizability of such assets included in the incurrence of net operating losses in current and prior years.
We record uncertain tax positions in accordance with ASC 740 on the basis of a two-step process whereby (1) we determine whether it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained on the basis of the technical merits of the position and (2) for those tax position that meet the more-than-likely-than-not recognition threshold, we recognize the largest amount of tax benefit that is more than 50 percent likely to be realized upon ultimate settlement with the related tax authority. As of July 31, 2017, the Company did not reserve for any uncertain tax positions.
NOTE 10. COMMON STOCK
Common Stock
Troika has 250 shares of stock issued and outstanding.
NOTE 11. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Lease Commitments
On February 8, 2013, Troika entered into a lease agreement for office space in Los Angeles, CA. The lease commenced upon move in, December 15, 2013. As part of the lease agreement, Troika received a rent abatement in months two through six of the lease and partial rent abatement in months seven through nine. The lease also provides for an escalation clause where the Company will be subject to an annual rent increase of 3%, year over year. The lease expires on May 15, 2022 and has an option to extend for one five year period. The Company accounts for the lease using the straight line method and recorded $907,000 in rent expense for the year ended January 31, 2017. In addition, the Company was granted $1,245,000 of tenant improvement allowances that were reported as fixed assets and the incentive is amortized over the life of the lease.
Approximate minimum annual rents under the lease are as follows:
Twelve Month Period Ending January 31, | | | Amount | |
| | | | |
2018 | | $ | 992,000 | |
2019 | | | 1,022,000 | |
2020 | | | 1,052,000 | |
2021 | | | 1,080,000 | |
2022 | | | 368,000 | |
| | $ | 4,514,000 | |
Sub-lease
Under the terms of the master lease, Troika is allowed to sub-lease part of the building. If the total sub-let space is less than 4,000 square feet and the term is 12 months or less, Troika does not have to pay the landlord a premium. Troika has sub-let approximately 2,000 square feet to various tenants over the term of the lease. Troika had sub-lease income of $22,000 for the six months ended July 31, 2017. The income off-set facilities expense.
Legal Contingencies
We may become a party to litigation in the normal course of business. In the opinion of management, there are no legal matters involving us that would have a material adverse effect upon our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
NOTE 12. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has evaluated subsequent events through the date the financial statements were issued. It knows of no subsequent events at this time.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONTENTS
January 31, 2017
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT | F - 14 |
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | |
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Consolidated Balance Sheet | F - 16 |
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Consolidated Statement of Operations | F - 18 |
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Consolidated Statement of Stockholder's Deficit | F - 19 |
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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows | F - 20 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | F - 21 |
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
Board of Directors
Troika Design Group, Inc. and Subsidiary
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Troika Design Group, Inc. and Subsidiary (collectively, the Company), which comprise the consolidated balance sheet as of January 31, 2017, the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholder's deficit and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements (collectively, the financial statements).
Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes the design, implementation and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditor's Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Board of Directors
Troika Design Group, Inc. and Subsidiary
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Basis for Qualified Opinion
As disclosed in Note 14 to the financial statements, the Company entered into a merger agreement with M2 nGage Group, Inc. on June 12, 2017 and the process of evaluating the accounting acquirer has not yet been completed. If the Company is determined to be the accounting acquirer, the Company's stockholder's equity would need to include a recapitalization for the number of shares received by the accounting acquirer after giving effect to any variances from any changes to par value due to the retrospective application. These financial statements do not include the retrospective application of this being reflected in the detail of stockholder's equity.
Opinion
In our opinion, except for the possible effects of the matter described in the Basis for Qualified Opinion paragraph, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of January 31, 2017, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Emphasis of Matter Regarding Going Concern
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 2 to the financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring losses from operations and has a net capital deficiency that raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management's plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 2. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
November 17, 2017
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
January 31, 2017
ASSETS
Current assets | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 355,000 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 1,182,000 | |
Cost in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | 43,000 | |
Rent receivable | | | 3,000 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 46,000 | |
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Total current assets | | | 1,629,000 | |
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Property and equipment, net | | | 1,312,000 | |
Deposits | | | 75,000 | |
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Total assets | | $ | 3,016,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
January 31, 2017
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' DEFICIT
Current liabilities | | | |
Accounts payable | | $ | 1,525,000 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 719,000 | |
Line of credit | | | 840,000 | |
Related party expenses | | | 602,000 | |
Deferred revenue | | | 1,406,000 | |
Other liabilities | | | 3,000 | |
Related party notes payable ‒ short term | | | 2,070,000 | |
Notes payable ‒ short-term portion, net of deferred financing costs | | | 178,000 | |
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Total current liabilities | | | 7,343,000 | |
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Long-term liabilities | | | | |
Deferred charges | | | 1,157,000 | |
Note payable, net of deferred financing costs and current portion | | | 811,000 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 9,311,000 | |
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Stockholder's deficit | | | | |
Common stock – no par value, 750 shares authorized; 250 shares issued and outstanding | | | 3,000 | |
Accumulated deficit | | | (6,298,000 | ) |
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Total stockholder's deficit | | | (6,295,000 | ) |
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Total liabilities and stockholder's deficit | | $ | 3,016,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
For the Year Ended January 31, 2017
Total project revenue | | $ | 18,075,000 | |
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Cost of revenues: | | | | |
Production costs | | | 222,000 | |
Direct labor | | | 4,061,000 | |
Contract labor | | | 8,242,000 | |
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Cost of revenues | | | 12,525,000 | |
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Gross profit | | | 5,550,000 | |
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Operating expenses: | | | | |
Operating expenses | | | (6,800,000 | ) |
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Loss from operations | | | (1,250,000 | ) |
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Other expense: | | | | |
Interest expense ‒ related party | | | (104,000 | ) |
Interest expense | | | (153,000 | ) |
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Total other expense | | | (257,000 | ) |
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Loss before provision for income tax | | | (1,507,000 | ) |
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Provision for income tax | | | 1,000 | |
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Net loss | | $ | (1,508,000 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDER'S DEFICIT
For the Year Ended January 31, 2017
| | Common Stock | | | Accumulated | | | | |
| | Shares | | | Amount | | | Deficit | | | Total | |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2016 | | | 250 | | | $ | 3,000 | | | | (4,790,000 | ) | | | (4,787,000 | ) |
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Net loss | | | - | | | | - | | | | (1,508,000 | ) | | | (1,508,000 | ) |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2017 | | | 250 | | | $ | 3,000 | | | | (6,298,000 | ) | | | (6,295,000 | ) |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
For the Year Ended January 31, 2017
Cash flows from operating activities | | | |
Net loss | | $ | (1,508,000 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) in operating activities: | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 414,000 | |
Amortization of deferred financing costs | | | 46,000 | |
Loss on disposal of assets | | | | |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | 430,000 | |
Cost in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | 215,000 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 55,000 | |
Accounts payable | | | 839,000 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 156,000 | |
Deferred revenue | | | (193,000 | ) |
Related party payables | | | 132,000 | |
Deferred charges | | | (188,000 | ) |
Other liabilities | | | (10,000 | ) |
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Net cash provided by operating activities | | | 388,000 | |
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Cash flows from investing activities | | | | |
Purchases of property and equipment | | | (247,000 | ) |
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Net cash used in investing activities | | | (247,000 | ) |
Cash flows from financing activities | | | | |
Proceeds from related party notes payable | | | 150,000 | |
Proceeds from notes payable | | | 230,000 | |
Repayment of related party notes payable | | | (224,000 | ) |
Repayment of notes payable | | | (174,000 | ) |
Net cash used in financing activities | | | (18,000 | ) |
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents | | | 123,000 | |
Cash – beginning of period | | | 232,000 | |
Cash – end of period | | $ | 355,000 | |
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information | | | | |
Cash paid during the period for: | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 153,000 | |
Income taxes | | $ | 1,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 1 – DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
Troika Design Group, Inc. ("Troika") is a leading brand consultancy and marketing innovations agency specializing in the growing entertainment and sports media category. With many longstanding relationships among blue-chip media companies combined with a reputation as a leading category innovator, Troika continues to attract a growing list of entertainment, sports, media, gaming and consumer brand clients who are seeking trusted and new ways to connect with consumers, audiences and fans through evolving media and technology.
Troika was founded in 2001. Troika is a C-Corporation and has one wholly-owned subsidiary, Troika Production Group, LLC ("TPG"), hereinafter referred to as "the Company."
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements included herein, presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles utilized in the United States of America ("GAAP"), and stated in U.S. dollars, have been prepared by the Company. These financial statements reflect all adjustments consisting of normal recurring adjustments which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for fair presentation of the information contained therein.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, TPG. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. All amounts are rounded to the nearest thousand ($'000).
Going Concern
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual method of accounting in accordance with GAAP and have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business. The Company has incurred a significant operating loss for the year ended January 31, 2017, its total liabilities exceed its total assets and it has an accumulated shareholder's deficit. Further, at January 31, 2017, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $355,000. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for at least twelve months from the issuance date of this financial statement. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Basis of Presentation
We believe that our cash on hand at January 31, 2017 of approximately $355,000, collections from the sale of our services, the ability to scale our operations through freelance services as projects are awarded, may not be sufficient to sustain our planned operations for the next fiscal year; in addition, we may require additional debt or equity financing in the future to maintain operations. The Company intends to work with investment bankers and consultants to increase its working capital. The Company cannot make any assurances that any additional financing will be completed on a timely basis, on acceptable terms or at all. Management's inability to successfully close projects and complete any other financing will adversely impact the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the accompanying consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to the accounts receivable, fair values of financial instruments, intangible assets, useful lives of intangible assets and property and equipment, income taxes and contingent liabilities, among others. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of our assets and liabilities.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
For purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand held at financial institutions and other liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.
Revenue Recognition
The Company accounts for agreements using the percentage-of-completion method in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") Topic 605, "Revenue Recognition" ("ASC 605"). Under ASC 605, the Company records revenues and expenses as a contracted project progresses and based on the percentage of costs incurred to date compared to the total estimated costs of the contract. Billings in excess of costs generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as deferred revenues until the revenue recognition criteria are met and costs in excess of billings generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as an asset on the balance sheet.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are typically from creditworthy customers. For those customers to whom we extend credit, we perform periodic evaluations of the customers and maintain allowances for potential credit losses as deemed necessary. We have a policy of reserving for doubtful accounts based on our best estimate of the amount of potential credit losses in existing accounts receivable. We periodically review our accounts receivable to determine whether an allowance is necessary based on an analysis of past due accounts and other factors that may indicate that the realization of an account may be in doubt. Account balances deemed to be uncollectible are charged to the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted and the potential for recovery is considered remote. We did not have an allowance for doubtful accounts at January 31, 2017.
Costs in Excess of Billings on Uncompleted Contracts
The Company accounts for unbilled accounts receivable using the percentage-of-completion accounting method for revenue recognized but not yet invoiced to the client due to contract terms or the timing of the account invoicing cycle.
Property and Equipment
The Company accounts for property and equipment at cost less accumulated depreciation. The Company computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally three to five years. Depreciation for equipment, furniture and fixtures and vehicles commences once placed in service for its intended use. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the lives of the respective leases or service lives of the improvements, whichever is shorter. We expense the cost of maintenance and repairs as incurred. Expenditures that enhance the functionality or extend the useful lives of the assets are capitalized and depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.
Deferred Financing Costs
The Company follows authoritative guidance for accounting for financing costs as it relates to debt issuance cost. These costs are deferred and amortized over the term of the debt period or until redemption of the debt. Amortization of deferred financing costs amounted to approximately $46,000 for the year ended January 31, 2017.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Income Taxes
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, not expected to be realized; in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes. Net deferred tax benefits have been fully reserved at January 31, 2017. The effect on deferred income tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the period that such tax rate changes are enacted.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to significant concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents. The Company maintains cash balances at financial institutions which exceed the current Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") limit of $250,000 at times during the year.
We consider cash equivalents to be all short-term investments that have an initial maturity of 90 days or less and are not restricted.
Accounts Receivable
As of January 31, 2017, two customers accounted for approximately 25.7% of total accounts receivable and no customer passed 10% of net revenues for the year ended January 31, 2017.
Accounts Payable
As of January 31, 2017, one vendor accounted for 14.07% of total accounts payable. No single vendor accounted for more than 10% of purchases for the year ended January 31, 2017.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Long-lived Assets
The Company assesses long-lived assets for potential impairments at the end of each year, or during the year if an event or other circumstance indicates that we may not be able to recover the carrying amount of the asset. In evaluating long-lived assets for impairment, the Company measures recoverability of these assets by comparing the carrying amounts to the future undiscounted cash flows the assets are expected to generate. If the Company's long-lived assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized equals the amount by which the carrying value of the asset exceeds its fair market value. The Company bases its calculations of the estimated fair value of its long-lived assets on the income approach. For the income approach, the Company uses an internally developed discounted cash flow model that includes, among others, the following assumptions: projections of revenues and expenses and related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates and demand trends; expected future investments to grow new units; and estimated discount rates. We base these assumptions on our historical data and experience, industry projections, micro and macro general economic condition projections, and our expectations. We have had no long-lived asset impairment charges for the year ended January 31, 2017.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In May 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers ("ASU 2014-09"). ASU 2014-09 supersedes the revenue recognition requirements in Revenue Recognition (Topic 605), and requires entities to recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled to in exchange for those goods or services.
ASU 2014-09 sets forth a new revenue recognition model that requires identifying the contract, identifying the performance obligations, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to performance obligations and recognizing the revenue upon satisfaction of performance obligations.
Subsequently, the effective date for ASU No. 2014-09 is deferred by ASU No 2015-14, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Deferral of the Effective Date, to annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018. Earlier application is permitted only as of annual reporting periods beginning after December 16, 2016, including interim reporting periods within that reporting period. The Company is currently evaluating the timing of its adoption and the impact of adopting the new revenue standard on its consolidated financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Continued)
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, Presentation of Financial Statements—Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity's Ability to Continue as a Going Concern ("ASU 2014-15"). ASU 2014-15 requires that an entity's management evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the entity's ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern exists when relevant conditions and events, considered in the aggregate, indicate that it is probable that the entity will be unable to meet its obligations as they become due within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Certain disclosures are necessary in the footnotes to the financial statements in the event that conditions or events raise substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern. ASU 2014-15 is effective for the annual period ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim periods thereafter and early application is permitted. The Company has not yet assessed the impact ASU 2014-15 will have upon adoption.
In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, Leases ("ASU 2016-02"). ASU 2016-02 provides new lease accounting guidance. ASU 2016-02 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within that reporting period. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on our consolidated financial statements.
NOTE 3 – PREPAID EXPENSES AND OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Prepaid expenses and other current assets consists of the following:
Prepaid insurance | | $ | 17,000 | |
Prepaid licenses | | | 29,000 | |
| | | (453,000 | ) |
Total | | $ | 46,000 | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 4 – PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment consists of the following:
Machinery and equipment | | $ | 183,000 | |
Office furniture and fixtures | | | 134,000 | |
Computer equipment and software | | | 371,000 | |
Website | | | 28,000 | |
Leasehold improvements | | | 1,874,000 | |
| | | 2,590,000 | |
Less accumulated depreciation | | | (1,278,000 | ) |
Total | | $ | 1,312,000 | |
For the year ended January 31, 2017, depreciation and amortization was $414,000.
NOTE 5 – ACCRUED EXPENSES
Accrued expenses consisted of the following:
Accrued payroll | | $ | 153,000 | |
Accrued vacation | | | 179,000 | |
Accrued profit sharing 401(k) retirement plan | | | 38,000 | |
Accrued professional fees | | | 157,000 | |
Accrued credit card expense | | | 24,000 | |
Accrued legal expenses | | | 166,000 | |
Accrued other | | | 2,000 | |
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Total | | $ | 719,000 | |
NOTE 6 – DEFERRED CHARGES
Deferred charges consisted of the following:
Deferred tenant incentives | | $ | 725,000 | |
Deferred straight-line rent | | | 432,000 | |
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Total | | $ | 1,157,000 | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 7: PROFIT SHARING 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN
The Company has a safe harbor, contributory qualified 401(k) plan covering substantially all full- time employees. Employees are allowed to contribute a percentage of their annual wages to the Plan, subject to certain Internal Revenue Service limitations. The Company contributes a safe harbor nonelective contribution of three percent. For the year ended January 31, 2017, total 401(k) employee matching was $38,000. As of January 31, 2017, there was $38,000 of accrued 401(k) contributions, which is included in accrued expenses in the accompanying balance sheet.
NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE
Notes payable consisted of the following:
SBA loan with City National Bank, secured by Daniel Pappalardo residence, 5.25% interest rate, due on January 20, 2023, monthly payment of $11,485.81, net of deferred financing costs of $23,000. | | $ | 715,000 | |
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Equipment loan with City National Bank, secured by assets, prime plus 1.50% interest rate (5.00% at January 31, 2016), due on October 5, 2018, monthly payment of $2,083.33. | | | 44,000 | |
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Equipment loan with City National Bank, secured by assets, prime plus 1.50% interest rate (5.00% at January 31, 2016), due on January 15, 2019, monthly payment of $2,083.33. | | | 44,000 | |
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Equipment loan with City National Bank, secured by assets, prime plus 2.25% interest rate (5.75% at January 31, 2017), due on April 26, 2023, monthly payment of $3,332.47. | | | 209,000 | |
| | | 1,012,000 | |
Less current portion | | | (178,000 | ) |
Deferred financing costs | | | (23,000 | ) |
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Total notes payable | | $ | 811,000 | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 8 – NOTES PAYABLE
Five year maturities of notes payable are as follows:
2018 | | $ | 182,000 | |
2019 | | | 176,000 | |
2020 | | | 146,000 | |
2021 | | | 154,000 | |
2022 | | | 163,000 | |
2023 and beyond | | | 191,000 | |
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Total | | $ | 1,012,000 | |
NOTE 9 – LINE OF CREDIT
On January 25, 2013, the Company entered into a Line of Credit Agreement with City National Bank under Small Business Association section 7(a), as amended for a revolving line of credit ("RLOC") in the amount or $850,000. The RLOC matures on January 25, 2016. The RLOC has a variable rate of interest, at prime plus 2.00% and is guaranteed by the founder Daniel Pappalardo. The available balance is currently $10,000.
NOTE 10 – RELATED PARTY
Related Party Notes Payable
On January 28, 2013, the Company repurchased 100% of the outstanding shares of one of its shareholder, Charles Carey, for $2,868,915. The re-purchase consisted of cash of $800,000 and a note issued to the Charles Carey Family Trust for $2,068,915. The note has an imputed interest rate of 4.75%, which was the market rate at the time of the note, requires a monthly payment of $25,000 and requires a variable payment equal to 40% of the Company's net income less any payments made to Carey during in the year. As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company did not meet the variable payment threshold. As a condition of the buy-out, the Company refinanced its existing line of credit with a SBA line of credit, personally guaranteed by Daniel Pappalardo ("Pappalardo"), as well as procuring a $1,000,000 note secured by Pappalardo's house. The note restricts the increase to Pappalardo's salary to no greater than 5.0% per year and only allows bonus payments to Pappalardo, provided he promptly loans them back to the Company.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 10 – RELATED PARTY (Continued)
Related Party Notes Payable (Continued)
Unsecured short-term notes payable
The founder and CEO, Daniel Pappalardo ("Pappalardo"), from time to time advances funds to the Company in the form of a note.
From time to time, Pappalardo advanced his bonus payout to the Company in the form of a note. The total amount of the notes are $608,000. On January 31, 2013, Pappalardo bought out his partner, Charles Carey ("Charles Carey Note"), as a term of the buyout, he subordinated the repayment of any of the notes until after the Charles Carey Note have been repaid.
During 2015, Pappalardo advanced $200,000 to the Company for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on demand.
During 2016, Pappalardo advanced $150,000 to the Company for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on demand.
Unsecured short-term note – Sally Pappalardo ("Sally") (Pappalardo's mother)
During 2015, Pappalardo's mother, Sally, advanced $200,000 to the Company for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on demand.
Following are the related party notes payable:
Note payable to Charles Carey secured by treasury stock, 4.75% imputed interest, due on September 10, 2019. | | $ | 912,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0%iterest, due upon demand; however, subordinated to Charles Carey Note. | | | 608,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand. | | | 200,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Sally Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand. | | | 200,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand. | | | 150,000 | |
| | | | |
Total | | $ | 2,070,000 | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 10 – RELATED PARTY (Continued)
Related Party Notes Payable (Continued)
Related Party Expenses
From August 1, 2014 through December 15, 2016, Pappalardo deferred his salary. Subsequent to January, 31, 2017, pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement on June 14, 2017 (Note 14 below), $575,000 of related party expenses pertaining to Pappalardo were reclassified to Paid-in Capital.
Following are the related party expenses:
Deferred salary – Daniel Pappalardo | | $ | 339,000 | |
Unreimbursed expenses – Daniel Pappalardo | | | 15,000 | |
Accrued interest – Daniel Pappalardo | | | 221,000 | |
Accrued interest – Sally Pappalardo | | | 27,000 | |
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Total | | $ | 602,000 | |
NOTE 11 – INCOME TAXES - OPEN
The Company's income tax expense consisted of:
Current: | | | | |
Federal | | $ | - | |
State | | | 1,000 | |
| | $ | 1,000 | |
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Deferred: | | | | |
Federal | | $ | (767,000 | ) |
State | | | (228,000 | ) |
| | | - | |
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Total expense | | $ | 1,000 | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 11 – INCOME TAXES – OPEN (Continued)
The Company's net income (loss) before income tax consisted of:
Unites States | | $ | (1,508,000 | ) |
Foreign | | | - | |
| | | | |
Total | | $ | (1,508,000 | ) |
A comparison of the federal statutory tax income tax rate to the Company's effective income tax rate is as follows:
Federal tax at statutory rate | | $ | (512,000 | ) |
Return to provision | | | 382,000 | |
State tax, net of federal benefit | | | (83,000 | ) |
Nondeductible expenses | | | 26,000 | |
Net change in valuation allowance | | | 187,000 | |
Other, net | | | 1,000 | |
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Total income tax expense | | $ | 1,000 | |
Components of the Company's deferred income tax assets (liabilities) are as follows:
Deferred tax assets: | | | |
Accrued expenses | | $ | 258,000 | |
State income taxes | | | 1,000 | |
Net operating loss carryforward | | | 950,000 | |
Other | | | 1,000 | |
Subtotal: deferred tax assets | | | 1,210,000 | |
Valuation allowance | | | (757,000 | ) |
Net deferred tax assets | | | 453,000 | |
Deferred tax liabilities: Depreciation and amortization | | $ | (376,000 | ) |
State income taxes | | | (77,000 | ) |
| | | (453,000 | ) |
Net deferred tax assets and liabilities | | $ | - | |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 11 – INCOME TAXES – OPEN (Continued)
Deferred income taxes and liabilities are determined based on the differences between financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, expected to be realized in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes.
As of January 31, 2017, the Company had established a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets. This valuation allowance was established as result of significant negative evidence with respect to the realizability of such assets included in the incurrence of net operating losses in current and prior years.
We record uncertain tax positions in accordance with ASC 740 on the basis of a two-step process whereby (1) we determine whether it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained on the basis of the technical merits of the position and (2) for those tax positions that meet the more-than-likely-than-not recognition threshold, we recognize the largest amount of tax benefit that is more than 50 percent likely to be realized upon ultimate settlement with the related tax authority. As of January 31, 2017, the Company did not reserve for any uncertain tax positions.
NOTE 12 – COMMON STOCK
Common Stock
The Company has 250 shares of stock issued and outstanding.
NOTE 13 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Lease Commitments
On February 8, 3013, the Company entered into a lease agreement for office space in Los Angeles, California. The lease commenced upon move-in, December 15, 2013. As part of the lease agreement, the Company received a rent abatement in months two through six of the lease and partial rent abatement in months seven through nine. The lease also provides for an escalation clause where the Company will be subject to an annual rent increase of 3%, year over year. The lease expires on May 15, 2022 and has an option to extend for one five-year period. The Company accounts for the lease using the straight-line method and recorded $907,000 in rent expense for the year ended January 31, 2017. In addition, the Company was granted
$1,245,000 of tenant improvement allowances that were reported as fixed assets and the incentive is amortized over the life of the lease.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 13 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Continued)
Lease Commitments (Continued)
Approximate minimum annual rents under the lease are as follows:
Twelve-month Period EndingJune 30, | | | |
2018 | | $ | 992,000 | |
2019 | | | 1,022,000 | |
2020 | | | 1,052,000 | |
2021 | | | 1,080,000 | |
2022 | | | 368,000 | |
Total | | $ | 4,514,000 | |
Sublease
Under the terms of the master lease, the Company is allowed to sublease part of the building. If the total sublet space is less than 4,000 square feet and the term is twelve months or less, the Company does not have to pay the landlord a premium. The Company has sublet approximately 2,000 square feet to various tenants over the term of the lease. The Company had sublease income of $189,000 for the year ended January 31, 2017. The income offset facilities expense.
Legal Contingencies
We may become a party to litigation in the normal course of business. In the opinion of management, there are no legal matters involving us that would have a material adverse effect upon our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
NOTE 14 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has evaluated subsequent events through the date the financial statements were issued.
On June 12, 2017 (the "Effective Date"), M2 nGage Group, Inc. (the "Acquirer") entered into a Merger Agreement (the "Merger Agreement") with the Company, a California corporation, founded in 2001, (www.troika.tv) ("Troika"), a media branding and marketing innovations agency, each of the Acquirer's subsidiaries the "Troika Subsidiaries"), Troika Acquisition Corp, a California corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Acquirer (the "Merger Sub") and Daniel Pappalardo, the sole shareholder of the Company ("DP") with the future intention of rebranding the Acquirer to Troika Media Group (troikamedia.com), Inc. to take advantage of the Company's brand name recognition and world class clients, including AT&T, ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, MSG, UFC and Sony.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 14 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Continued)
Pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement on June 14, 2017, the Merger Sub was merged with and into the Company with the Company as the surviving company and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Acquirer. The total purchase price was approximately $5.0 million. All of the shares of common stock of the Company were exchanged for the following:
· | 30,700,000 restricted shares of the Company's common stock (the "Stock Consideration"). |
· | Acquirer paid $2,800,000 to the Company to pay certain outstanding debt obligations of the Company and deposited $2,200,000 in a separate bank account, which shall be used for working capital of both the Acquirer and the Company, as determined by the Acquirer and the Company and, failing that, by the Company's Board of Directors. |
· | The Stock Consideration is subject to the terms of a Lock-Up Agreement with DP and Subscription Agreements with DP's Designees that will provide for certain portions of the Stock Consideration to vest in thirty-six equal tranches over a three-year period, commencing on the Closing Date. |
· | 3,070,000 shares of the Stock Consideration shall be held in escrow for a period of one year, which will secure the indemnification obligations of the Company and DP. |
· | Certain employees of the Company shall be entitled to performance bonuses of up to |
$5,000,000 in accordance with their respective Employment Agreements.
· | DP entered into a five-year employment agreement with the Acquirer to serve as the President of the Company following the Effective Date. |
· | DP shall have the right to be elected as one of the Acquirer's Board of Directors, provided that, as of the date hereof, DP has not been elected to the Board of Directors and has not exercised any rights in connection therewith. |
· | At closing, DP was granted options to purchase 7,500,000 shares of Common Stock of the Acquirer at the then fair market value. The options shall vest as follows (i) one-half on July 1, 2018; and (ii) the remaining one-half on July 1, 2019. |
· | Following the Effective Date, the Acquirer agreed that to authorize an additional 30,000,000 shares of Common Stock under its current Equity Incentive Plan and that former employees of the Company shall be eligible to receive options. The Acquirer also agreed that any such options would be registered under a Registration Statement on Form S-8 within two years of the Closing Date. |
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
January 31, 2017
NOTE 14 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Continued)
On June 9, 2017, a settlement agreement and mutual global release was entered into by Charles Carey and The Company. On December 29, 2016, Carey filed a lawsuit against the Company asserting breach of contract for failing to make Note payments to Carey in November and December of 2016. On May 3, 2017, the Company entered into a term sheet with the Acquirer which proposed the Acquirer to purchase and acquire assets and liabilities of the Company, and all of the Company stock and its subsidiaries. In light of Carey's pending lawsuit against the Company and certain liabilities claimed by Carey in connection with the Note and Pledge Agreement with the Company, both the Company and the Acquirer concluded a settlement with Carey following closing of the purchase of the Company by the Acquirer. The settlement agreement with Carey was a payment of $500,000 and the issuance of 3,200,000 shares of restricted common stock of the Acquirer. The settlement price value of the restricted stock was
$576,000. At closing, Carey delivered the cancelled note and termination of the pledge agreement. As a result of this subsequent event, the Company has recorded an additional liability of $166,000 for the difference between the value of the note to Carey on January 31, 2017 of
$910,000 and the settlement agreement of $1,076,000.
On June 14, 2017, pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, Dan Pappalardo's Notes to the Company were reduced to $200,000 and all $575,000 of accrued expenses due to Dan Pappalardo were extinguished.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT | 1 |
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Consolidated Balance Sheets as of January 31, 2016 and 2015 | 2 |
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Consolidated Statement of Operations - For the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | 3 |
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Consolidated Statement of Stockholder's Deficit - For the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | 4 |
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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows - For the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015 | 5 |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | 6 - 12 |
Independent Auditor's Report
Board of Directors
Troika Design Group, Inc. and subsidiary
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Troika Design Group, Inc. and its subsidiary (the "Company"), which comprise the consolidated balance sheets as of January 31, 2016 and 2015, the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholder's deficit and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements (collectively, the financial statements).
Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes the design, implementation and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditor's Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Opinion
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of January 31, 2016 and 2015, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
November 30, 2016
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
| | January 31, | | | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
ASSETS | | | | | | |
Current assets: | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 232,000 | | | $ | 211,000 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 1,612,000 | | | | 1,225,000 | |
Costs in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | 258,000 | | | | 193,000 | |
Income tax receivable | | | - | | | | 676,000 | |
Rent Receivable | | | 17,000 | | | | 12,000 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 88,000 | | | | 58,000 | |
Total current assets | | | 2,207,000 | | | | 2,375,000 | |
Property and equipment, net | | | 1,478,000 | | | | 1,813,000 | |
Deposits | | | 75,000 | | | | 75,000 | |
Total assets | | $ | 3,760,000 | | | $ | 4,263,000 | |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDER'S DEFICIT | | | | | |
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Current liabilities | | | | | | | | |
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Accounts payable | | $ | 686,000 | | | $ | 833,000 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 564,000 | | | | 455,000 | |
Line of credit, net of deferred financing costs | | | 840,000 | | | | 817,000 | |
Related party expenses | | | 470,000 | | | | 179,000 | |
Deferred revenue | | | 1,599,000 | | | | 1,373,000 | |
Other liabilities | | | 14,000 | | | | 14,000 | |
Related party notes payable - short term | | | 400,000 | | | | - | |
Notes payable - short term portion, net of deferred financing costs | | | 401,000 | | | | 429,000 | |
Total Current Liabilities | | | 4,974,000 | | | | 4,100,000 | |
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Long term liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Related party notes payable, net of current portion | | | 608,000 | | | | 608,000 | |
Deferred charges | | | 1,345,000 | | | | 1,506,000 | |
Note payable, net of deferred financing costs and current portion | | | 1,620,000 | | | | 1,974,000 | |
Total liabilities | | | 8,547,000 | | | | 8,188,000 | |
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Stockholder's deficit: | | | | | | | | |
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Common stock, no par value: 750 shares authorized; 250 shares issued and outstanding | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,000 | |
Accumulated deficit | | | (4,790,000 | ) | | | (3,928,000 | ) |
Total stockholder's deficit | | | (4,787,000 | ) | | | (3,925,000 | ) |
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Total liabilities and stockholder's deficit | | $ | 3,760,000 | | | $ | 4,263,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
| | Years Ended January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
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Total project revenues | | | 16,245,000 | | | | 13,923,000 | |
Cost of revenues: | | | | | | | | |
Production costs | | | 311,000 | | | | 194,000 | |
Direct labor | | | 3,811,000 | | | | 4,033,000 | |
Contract labor | | | 7,159,000 | | | | 6,447,000 | |
Cost of revenues | | | 11,281,000 | | | | 10,674,000 | |
Gross profit | | | 4,964,000 | | | | 3,249,000 | |
Operating Expenses: | | | | | | | | |
Sales and marketing | | | 1,432,000 | | | | 926,000 | |
Labor | | | 1,425,000 | | | | 1,442,000 | |
Facilities | | | 871,000 | | | | 994,000 | |
Outside services | | | 451,000 | | | | 240,000 | |
Office expense | | | 416,000 | | | | 458,000 | |
Insurance | | | 317,000 | | | | 332,000 | |
Professional services | | | 177,000 | | | | 178,000 | |
Pension Expense | | | 79,000 | | | | 59,000 | |
Depreciation | | | 390,000 | | | | 386,000 | |
Total operating expenses | | | 5,558,000 | | | | 5,015,000 | |
Loss from operations | | | (594,000 | ) | | | (1,766,000 | ) |
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Other expense: Other expense | | | (6,000 | ) | | | - | |
Interest expense - related party | | | (84,000 | ) | | | (61,000 | ) |
Interest expense | | | (177,000 | ) | | | (162,000 | ) |
Total other expense | | | (267,000 | ) | | | (223,000 | ) |
Loss before provision for income tax | | | (861,000 | ) | | | (1,989,000 | ) |
Provision for income tax | | | (1,000 | ) | | | 270,000 | |
Net loss | | | (862,000 | ) | | | (1,719,000 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
| | Common Stock | | | Accumulated | |
| | Shares | | | Amount | | | Deficit | | | Total | |
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BALANCE — February 1, 2014 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | | (2,209,000 | ) | | | (2,206,000 | ) |
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Net loss | | | | | | | | | | | (1,719,000 | ) | | | (1,719,000 | ) |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2015 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | | (3,928,000 | ) | | | (3,925,000 | ) |
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Net loss | | | | | | | | | | | (862,000 | ) | | | (862,000 | ) |
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BALANCE — January 31, 2016 | | | 250 | | | | 3,000 | | | | (4,790,000 | ) | | | (4,787,000 | ) |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
| | Years Ended January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | | | | |
Net loss | | | (862,000 | ) | | | (1,719,000 | ) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 390,000 | | | | 386,000 | |
Straight-line rent and tenant incentive amortization | | | (161,000 | ) | | | 254,000 | |
Amortization of deferred financing costs | | | 69,000 | | | | 80,000 | |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | (387,000 | ) | | | 537,000 | |
Income tax receivable | | | 676,000 | | | | (378,000 | ) |
Income tax payable | | | - | | | | (280,000 | ) |
Costs in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts | | | (65,000 | ) | | | (178,000 | ) |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | (35,000 | ) | | | 183,000 | |
Deposits | | | - | | | | 4,000 | |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | | | (38,000 | ) | | | 6,000 | |
Deferred revenue | | | 226,000 | | | | (64,000 | ) |
Related party payables | | | 291,000 | | | | 179,000 | |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | | | 104,000 | | | | (990,000 | ) |
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | |
Purchases of property and equipment | | | (8,000 | ) | | | (204,000 | ) |
Net cash used in investing activities | | | (8,000 | ) | | | (209,000 | ) |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | |
Loans/advances from related parties | | | 400,000 | | | | - | |
Proceeds from line of credit | | | 175,000 | | | | 1,875,000 | |
Repayment of notes payable | | | (650,000 | ) | | | (1,849,000 | ) |
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities | | | (75,000 | ) | | | 26,000 | |
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | | | 21,000 | | | | (1,168,000 | ) |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — beginning of period | | | 211,000 | | | | 1,379,000 | |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS — end of period | | | 232,000 | | | | 211,000 | |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: | | | | | |
Cash paid during the period for: | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 179,000 | | | $ | 163,000 | |
Income taxes | | $ | - | | | $ | 282,000 | |
Supplemental disclosure of non cash activities: | | | | | | | | |
Equipment Financing | | $ | 47,000 | | | $ | 100,000 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
TROIKA DESIGN GROUP, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS
Troika Design Group, Inc. ("Troika") is a leading brand consultancy and marketing innovations agency specializing in the growing entertainment and sports media category. With many longstanding relationships among blue-chip media companies combined with a reputation as a leading category innovator, Troika continues to attract a growing list of entertainment, sports, media, gaming and consumer brand clients who are seeking trusted and new ways to connect with consumers, audiences and fans through evolving media and technology.
Troika was founded in 2001. Troika is a C-Corporation and has one wholly-owned subsidiary, Troika Production Group, LLC ("TPG").
NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements included herein, presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles utilized in the United States of America ("GAAP"), and stated in U.S. dollars, have been prepared by the Company. These financial statements reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for fair presentation of the information contained therein.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Troika, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Troika Production Group, LLC. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. All amounts are rounded to the nearest thousand ($,000)
Going Concern
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual method of accounting in accordance with GAAP and have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the normal course of business. The Company has incurred significant operating losses for the years ended January 31, 2015 and 2016. Further, at January 31, 2016, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $232,000 and have maxed out the line of credit. Due to the project based nature of the business, the Company needs to fund fixed costs through operations. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
We believe that our cash on hand at January 31, 2016 of approximately $232,000, collections from the sale of our services, the ability to scale our operations through freelance services as projects are awarded, are sufficient to sustain our planned operations for the next fiscal year; however, we cannot assure you of this and we may require additional debt or equity financing in the future to maintain operations. The Company intends to increase the line of credit to help fund the operations of the projects. In addition, the Company intends to pursue equity partners to help fund the expansion plan. The Company cannot make any assurances that any additional financing will be completed on a timely basis, on acceptable terms or at all. If the Company is unable to complete a debt or equity offering on acceptable terms, or otherwise obtain sufficient financing when and if needed, it may be required to reduce or defer payments for services. Management's inability to successfully close projects and complete any other financing will adversely impact the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the accompanying consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to the accounts receivable, fair values of financial instruments, intangible assets, useful lives of intangible assets and property and equipment, income taxes, and contingent liabilities, among others. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of our assets and liabilities.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
For purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand held at financial institutions and other liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.
Revenue Recognition
Troika accounts for agreements using the Percentage of Completion Method in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") Topic 605 Revenue Recognition("ASC 605"). Under ASC 605, Troika records revenues and expenses as a contracted project progresses, and based on the percentage of costs incurred to date compared to the total estimated costs of the contract. Billings in excess of costs generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as deferred revenues until the revenue recognition criteria are met and costs in excess of billings generated under the percentage-of-completion method are recorded as an asset on the balance sheet.
Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are typically from credit worthy customers. For those customers to whom we extend credit, we perform periodic evaluations of them and maintain allowances for potential credit losses as deemed necessary. We have a policy of reserving for doubtful accounts based on our best estimate of the amount of potential credit losses in existing accounts receivable. We periodically review our accounts receivable to determine whether an allowance is necessary based on an analysis of past due accounts and other factors that may indicate that the realization of an account may be in doubt. Account balances deemed to be uncollectible are charged to the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted and the potential for recovery is considered remote. We did not have an allowance for doubtful accounts at January 31, 2016 and 2015.
Costs in Excess of Billings on Uncompleted Contracts
Troika accounts for unbilled accounts receivable using the percentage-of-completion accounting method for revenue recognized but not yet invoiced to the client due to contract terms or the timing of the account invoicing cycle.
Property and Equipment
Troika accounts for property and equipment at cost less accumulated depreciation. Troika computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally three to five years. Depreciation for equipment, furniture and fixtures and vehicles commences once placed in service for its intended use. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the lives of the respective leases or service lives of the improvements, whichever is shorter. We expense the cost of maintenance and repairs as incurred. Expenditures that enhance the functionality or extend the useful lives of the assets are capitalized and depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.
Deferred Financing Costs
Troika follows authoritative guidance for accounting for financing costs as it relates to debt issuance cost. These costs are deferred and amortized over the term of the debt period or until redemption of the debt. Amortization of deferred financing costs amounted to approximately $69,000 and $80,000 for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
Income taxes
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, not expected to be realized; in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes. Net deferred tax benefits have been fully reserved at January 31, 2016 and 2015. The effect on deferred income tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the period that such tax rate changes are enacted.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to significant concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents. The Company maintains cash balances at financial institutions which exceed the current Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") limit of $250,000 at times during the year.
We consider cash equivalents to be all short-term investments that have an initial maturity of 90 days or less and are not restricted. We invest our cash in short- term money market accounts.
Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are typically from credit worthy customers. For those customers to whom we extend credit, we perform periodic evaluations of our customers and maintain allowances for potential credit losses as deemed necessary. We generally do not require collateral to secure accounts receivable. We estimate credit losses based on management's evaluation of historical bad debts, customer concentrations, customer credit-worthiness, current economic trends and changes in customer payment patterns when evaluating the adequacy of our allowance for doubtful accounts. At January 31, 2016 and 2015, we did not have an allowance for doubtful accounts or bad debt expense. Although we expect to collect amounts due, actual collections may differ from the estimated amounts.
As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, four customers and one customer accounted for approximately 67.3% and 32.3%, respectively, of total accounts receivable.
Two customers and three customers accounted for 41.4% and 57.0% of net revenues for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
Accounts Payable
As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, one vendor and two vendors accounted for 32.7% and 55.26% of total accounts payable, respectively. No single vendor accounted for more than 10% of purchases for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
Long-Lived Assets
Troika assesses long-lived assets for potential impairments at the end of each year, or during the year if an event or other circumstance indicates that we may not be able to recover the carrying amount of the asset. In evaluating long-lived assets for impairment, Troika measures recoverability of these assets by comparing the carrying amounts to the future undiscounted cash flows the assets are expected to generate. If Troika's long-lived assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized equals the amount by which the carrying value of the asset exceeds its fair market value. Troika bases its calculations of the estimated fair value of its long-lived assets on the income approach. For the income approach, Troika uses an internally developed discounted cash flow model that includes, among others, the following assumptions: projections of revenues and expenses and related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates and demand trends; expected future investments to grow new units; and estimated discount rates. We base these assumptions on our historical data and experience, industry projections, micro and macro general economic condition projections, and our expectations. We have had no long-lived asset impairment charges for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In May 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09 (ASU 2014-09) "Revenue from Contracts with Customers." ASU 2014-09 supersedes the revenue recognition requirements in "Revenue Recognition (Topic 605)", and requires entities to recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. ASU 2014-09 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016, including interim periods within that reporting period. Early adoption is not permitted. We are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2014-09 on our consolidated financial statements.
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-15, Presentation of Financial Statements—Going Concern (Subtopic 205-40): Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity's Ability to Continue as a Going Concern. ASU 2014-15 requires that an entity's management evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the entity's ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern exists when relevant conditions and events, considered in the aggregate, indicate that it is probable that the entity will be unable to meet its obligations as they become due within one year after the date that the financial statements are issued. Certain disclosures are necessary in the footnotes to the financial statements in the event that conditions or events raise substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern. ASU 2014-15 is effective for the annual period ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim periods thereafter and early application is permitted. The Company has not yet assessed the impact ASU 2014-15 will have upon adoption.
In April 2015, the FASB issued updated guidance intended to simplify, and provide consistency to, the presentation of debt issuance costs. The new standard requires that debt issuance costs be presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt liability, consistent with debt discounts.
The updated guidance is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2015, with early adoption permitted.
In November 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-17, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes (ASU 2015-17), which simplifies the presentation of deferred income taxes by requiring that deferred tax assets and liabilities be classified as non-current. We retrospectively adopted this standard as of December 31, 2015. As a result, there was no impact to the Company's results of operations.
In February 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02 (ASU 2016-02) "Leases." ASU 2016-02 provides new lease accounting guidance. ASU 2016-02 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within that reporting period. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on our consolidated financial statements.
NOTE 3. PREPAID EXPENSES AND OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Prepaid expenses and other current assets consist of the following:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Prepaid insurance | | $ | 46,000 | | | $ | 35,000 | |
Prepaid licenses | | | 25,000 | | | | 9,000 | |
Employee advances | | | 9,000 | | | | 8,000 | |
Prepaid commission | | | 8,000 | | | | - | |
Prepaid professional fees | | | - | | | | 6,000 | |
| | $ | 88,000 | | | $ | 58,000 | |
NOTE 4. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment consists of the following:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
Machinery and equipment | | $ | 183,000 | | | $ | 183,000 | |
Office furniture and fixtures | | | 134,000 | | | | 144,000 | |
Computer equipment and software | | | 125,000 | | | | 156,000 | |
Website | | | 61,000 | | | | 63,000 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | | 1,874,000 | | | | 1,874,000 | |
| | | 2,377,000 | | | | 2,420,000 | |
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | | | (899,000 | ) | | | (607,000 | ) |
| | | 1,478,000 | | | | 1,813,000 | |
For the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, depreciation and amortization was $390,000 and $386,000, respectively.
NOTE 5. ACCRUED EXPENSES
Accrued expenses consists of the following:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
Accrued payroll | | $ | 194,000 | | | $ | 145,000 | |
Accrued vacation | | | 145,000 | | | | 172,000 | |
Accrued profit sharing 401(k) retirement plan | | | 79,000 | | | | 59,000 | |
Accrued professional fees | | | 60,000 | | | | - | |
Accrued credit card expense | | | 18,000 | | | | - | |
Accrued other | | | 68,000 | | | | 79,000 | |
| | $ | 564,000 | | | $ | 455,000 | |
Deferred charges consists of the following:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
Deferred tenant incentives | | $ | 892,000 | | | $ | 1,060,000 | |
Deferred straight-line rent | | | 453,000 | | | | 446,000 | |
| | $ | 1,345,000 | | | $ | 1,506,000 | |
NOTE 7: PROFIT SHARING 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN
The Company has a safe harbor, contributory qualified 401(k) plan covering substantially all full-time employees. Employees are allowed to contribute a percentage of their annual wages to the Plan, subject to certain Internal Revenue Service limitations. The Company contributes a safe harbor non-elective contribution of three percent. For the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, total 401(k) employee matching was $79,000 and $59,000, respectively. As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, there were $79,000 and $59,000 of accrued 401(k) contributions, which is included in accrued expenses in the accompanying balance sheets.
NOTE 8. NOTES PAYABLE
On January 28, 2013, Troika repurchased 100% of the outstanding shares of one of its shareholders, Charles Carney, for $2,868,915. The re-purchase consisted of cash of $800,000 and a note issued to the Charles Carney Family Trust for $2,068,915. The note is secured by the shares re-purchased and is included in treasury stock on the consolidated balance sheet. The note has an imputed interest rate of 4.75%, which was the market rate at the time of the note, requires a monthly payment of $25,000 and requires a variable payment equal to 40% of Troika's net income less any payments made to Charles during in the year. As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, Troika did not meet the variable payment threshold. As a condition of the buy-out, Troika refinanced its existing line of credit with a SBA line of credit, personally guaranteed by Daniel Pappalardo, as well as procuring a $1,000,000 note secured by Daniel Pappalardo's house. The note restricts the increase to Daniel Pappalardo's salary to no greater than 5.0% per year and only allows bonus payments to Daniel Pappalardo, provided he promptly loans them back to the company.
Notes payable consisted of the following:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
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Note payable to Charles Carney secured by treasury stock, 4.75% imputed interest, due on September 10, 2019, monthly principal and interest payment $25,000 | | | 1,091,000 | | | | 1,333,000 | |
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SBA loan with City National Bank, secured by Daniel Pappalardo residence, 5.25% interest rate, due on January 20, 2023, monthly payment of $11,485.81, net of deferred financing costs of $20,000 and $23,000, respectively | | | 793,000 | | | | 883,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Equipment loan with City National Bank, secured by assets, prime + 1.50% interest rate (5.00% at January 31, 2016), due on October 5, 2018, monthly payment of $2,379.34. | | | 69,000 | | | | 93,000 | |
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Equipment loan with City National Bank, secured by assets, prime + 1.50% interest rate (5.00% at January 31, 2016), due on January 15, 2019, monthly payment of $2,352.44. | | | 68,000 | | | | 94,000 | |
| | | 2,021,000 | | | | 2,403,000 | |
Less: current portion | | | (401,000 | ) | | | (429,000 | ) |
| | $ | 1,620,000 | | | $ | 1,974,000 | |
Five year maturities of notes payable are as follows:
2017 | | $ | 401,000 | |
2018 | | | 421,000 | |
2019 | | | 414,000 | |
2020 | | | 404,000 | |
2021 | | | 117,000 | |
2022 and beyond | | | 264,000 | |
| | $ | 2,021,000 | |
NOTE 9. LINE OF CREDIT
On January 25, 2013, the Company entered into a Line of Credit Agreement with City National Bank under Small Business Association section 7(a), as amended for a revolving line of credit ("RLOC") in the amount or $850,000. The RLOC matures on January 25, 2016. The RLOC has a variable rate of interest, at prime + 2.00% and is guaranteed by the founder Danial Pappalardo. The available balance is currently $10,000.
On January 25, 2016, the maturity date of the RLOC was extended to March 29, 2016. On March 29, 2016, the RLOC was further amended to extend the maturity date to March 29, 2017, all other terms of the note remain the same.
NOTE 10. RELATED PARTY
Related Party Notes Payable
Our founder and CEO, Dan Pappalardo, from time to time advances funds to Troika in the form of a note.
Unsecured long-term note payable
From time to time, Daniel Pappalardo advanced his bonus payout to the company in the form of a note. The total amount of the notes are $608,000. On January 31, 2013, Dan bought out his partner, Charles Carney ("Charles Notes"), as a term of the buyout, he subordinated the repayment of any of the notes until after the Charles Notes have been repaid. Charles Notes are due on September 10, 2019.
Unsecured short-term notes payable – Daniel Pappalardo
During 2015, Dan advanced $200,000 to Troika for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on January 31, 2017.
Unsecured short-term note – Sally Pappalardo
During 2015, Daniel's parents advanced $200,000 to Troika for operating cash purposes. The note accrues interest at 10.0% and is due on January 31, 2017.
Following are the related party notes payable:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
Unsecured Note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due upon demand, however, subordinated to Charles Carney note | | | 608,000 | | | | 608,000 | |
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Unsecured note payable to Daniel Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due on January 31, 2017 | | | 200,000 | | | | - | |
| | | | | | | | |
Unsecured note payable to Sally Pappalardo, 10.0% interest, due on January 31, 2017 | | | 200,000 | | | | - | |
| | | 1,008,000 | | | | 608,000 | |
Less: current portion | | | (400,000 | ) | | | - | |
| | | 608,000 | | | | 608,000 | |
Related Party Expenses
Deferred Salary – D. Pappalardo. From August 1, 2014 through September 15, 2015, Daniel Pappalardo deferred his salary. The salary deferral will be repaid upon demand.
Following are the related party expenses:
| | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
Deferred Salary – D. Pappalardo | | $ | 310,000 | | | $ | 118,000 | |
Unreimbursed expenses – D. Pappalardo | | | 15,000 | | | | - | |
Accrued interest - D. Pappalardo | | | 138,000 | | | | 61,000 | |
Accrued interest - S. Pappalardo | | | 7,000 | | | | - | |
Total | | $ | 470,000 | | | $ | 179,000 | |
NOTE 11. INCOME TAXES
The Company's income tax expense consisted of:
| | January 31, | | | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Current: | | | | | | |
Federal | | | - | | | | (1,000 | ) |
State | | | 1,000 | | | | 3,000 | |
| | | 1,000 | | | | 2,000 | |
Deferred: | | | | | | | | |
Federal | | | (276,000 | ) | | | (642,000 | ) |
State | | | (72,000 | ) | | | (171,000 | ) |
Valuation allowance | | | 348,000 | | | | 541,000 | |
| | | - | | | | (272,000 | ) |
Total | | | 1,000 | | | | (270,000 | ) |
The Company's net income (loss) before income tax consisted of:
| | January 31, | | | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
| | | | | | |
United States | | | (862,000 | ) | | | (1,719,000 | ) |
Foreign | | | - | | | | - | |
Total | | | (862,000 | ) | | | (1,719,000 | ) |
A comparison of the federal statutory tax income tax rate to the Company's effective income tax rate is as follows:
Federal tax at statutory corporate income tax rate | | | (282,000 | ) | | | 33.99 | % |
State tax, net of federal benefit | | | 1,000 | | | | -0.12 | % |
Non-deductible expenses | | | 7,000 | | | | -0.84 | % |
Net change in valuation allowance | | | 275,000 | | | | -33.15 | % |
Other, net | | | - | | | | 0.00 | % |
Income tax expense | | $ | 1,000 | | | | -0.12 | % |
Components of the Company's deferred income tax assets (liabilities) are as follows:
| | January 31, | | | January 31, | |
| | 2016 | | | 2015 | |
Deferred tax assets: | | | | | | |
Accrued expenses | | $ | 239,000 | | | $ | 246,000 | |
Related party expenses | | | 187,000 | | | | 71,000 | |
State income taxes | | | 1,000 | | | | - | |
Net operating loss carryforward | | | 557,000 | | | | 428,000 | |
Other | | | - | | | | 1,000 | |
Subtotal deferred tax assets | | | 984,000 | | | | 746,000 | |
Valuation allowance | | | (808,000 | ) | | | (485,000 | ) |
Net Deferred Tax Assets | | | 176,000 | | | | 261,000 | |
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Deferred tax liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | (158,000 | ) | | | (209,000 | ) |
State income taxes | | | - | | | | (52,000 | ) |
Prepaid expenses | | | (18,000 | ) | | | - | |
| | | (176,000 | ) | | | (261,000 | ) |
Net Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities | | $ | | | | $ | | |
Deferred income taxes and liabilities are determined based on the differences between financial statement reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The measurement of deferred income tax assets is reduced, if necessary by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits, which are, on a more likely than not basis, expected to be realized in accordance with ASC guidance for income taxes.
As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company had established a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets. This valuation allowance was established as result of significant negative evidence with respect to the realizability of such assets included in the incurrence of net operating losses in current and prior years.
As of January 31, 2016, the Company has federal and state net operating loss carryforwards of $1,451,000 and $1,092,000 which will expire beginning in
2035.
We record uncertain tax positions in accordance with ASC 740 on the basis of a two-step process whereby (1) we determine whether it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained on the basis of the technical merits of the position and (2) for those tax positions that meet the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, we recognize the largest amount of tax benefit that is more than 50 percent likely to be realized upon ultimate settlement with the related tax authority. As of January 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company did not reserve for any uncertain tax positions.
NOTE 12. COMMON STOCK
Common Stock
Troika has 250 shares of stock issued and outstanding.
NOTE 13. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Lease Commitments
On February 8, 3013, Troika entered into a lease agreement for office space in Los Angeles, CA. The lease commenced upon move in, December 15, 2013. As part of the lease agreement, Troika received a rent abatement in months two through six of the lease and partial rent abatement in months seven through nine. The lease also provides for an escalation clause where the Company will be subject to an annual rent increase of 3%, year over year. The lease expires on May 15, 2022 and has an option to extend for one five year period. The Company accounts for the lease using the straight line method and recorded $934,000 in rent expense for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015. In addition, the Company was granted $1,245,000 of tenant improvement allowances that were reported as fixed assets and the incentive is amortized over the life of the lease.
Approximate minimum annual rents under the lease are as follows:
Twelve Month Period Ending January 31, | | Amount | |
| | | |
2017 | | $ | 954,000 | |
2018 | | | 984,000 | |
2019 | | | 1,014,000 | |
2020 | | | 1,044,000 | |
2021 | | | 1,074,000 | |
2022 | | | 343,000 | |
| | $ | 5,413,000 | |
Sub-lease
Under the terms of the master lease, Troika is allowed to sub-lease part of the building. If the total sub-let space is less than 4,000 square feet and the term is 12 months or less, Troika does not have to pay the landlord a premium. Troika has sub-let approximately 2,000 square feet to various tenants over the term of the lease. Troika had sub-lease income of $270,000 and $180,000 for the years ended January 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. The income off-set facilities expense.
Legal Contingencies
We may become a party to litigation in the normal course of business. In the opinion of management, there are no legal matters involving us that would have a material adverse effect upon our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
NOTE 14. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has evaluated subsequent events through the date the financial statements were issued.
On March 29, 2016, the RLOC was further amended to extend the maturity date to March 29, 2017, all other terms of the note remain the same. On October 28, 2016, Daniel Pappalardo advanced the Company $50,000 for operating purposes.
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