The Company has evaluated all events that occurred after the balance sheet date through the date when the financial statements were issued to determine if they must be reported. The management of the Company determined that there is one reportable subsequent event to be disclosed.
The company’s Form S-1 Registration Statement (S-1) was declared effective as of August 12, 2019 by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Item 2.Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
General.Management’s discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and notes thereto included elsewhere in this prospectus. This discussion includes forward-looking statements and involves numerous risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to those described in the “Risk Factors” section of this prospectus. See “Forward-Looking Statements.” Future results could differ significantly from the historical results presented in this section. The following discussion and analysis contain forward-looking statements and involves numerous risks and uncertainties, including those described under the heading “Risk Factors.” Actual results may differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. You should read this discussion and analysis together with our audited consolidated balance sheet and related notes included elsewhere in this prospectus.
We were incorporated on November 13, 2017 under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia in order to acquire, fund and operate crude oil production from assets in the Gulf States Drill Region.
We have no revenue generating operations as of the date of this prospectus.
We caution you that these forward-looking statements are subject to all of the risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control, incident to the exploration for and development, production, gathering and sale of oil. While our properties may produce natural gas or “gas,” we do not currently exploit or regard natural gas as an ongoing revenue source from existing oil production operations. The exploitation of gas may change if our oil drilling produces sufficient quantities of gas to warrant its exploitation and sale. These risks include, but are not limited to, commodity price volatility, inflation, lack of availability of drilling and production equipment and services, availability of affordable funding, availability of qualified personnel, environmental risks, drilling and other operating risks, regulatory changes, the uncertainty inherent in estimating oil reserves and in projecting future rates of production, cash flow and access to capital, the timing of development expenditures, and the other risks described under “Risk Factors” in this prospectus.
Reserve engineering is a process of estimating underground accumulations of natural gas and oil that cannot be measured in an exact way. The accuracy of any reserve estimate depends on the quality of available data, the interpretation of such data and price and cost assumptions made by reserve engineers. In addition, the results of drilling, testing and production activities may justify revisions of estimates that were made previously. If significant, such revisions would change the schedule of any further production and development drilling. Accordingly, reserve estimates may differ significantly from the quantities of natural gas and oil that are ultimately recovered.
We will use oil reserve reports as one factor in deciding whether to drill in the property of a specific oil lease. Reserve estimates depend on many assumptions that may turn out to be inaccurate. Any material inaccuracies in reserve estimates or underlying assumptions will materially affect the quantities and present value of oil from a drilling site.
Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described in this prospectus occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements.
All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, included in this prospectus are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. This cautionary statement should also be considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we or persons acting on our behalf might issue.
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Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this prospectus.
About this Discussion. The following discussion will assist in the understanding the financial position, liquidity and results of operations of CoJax Oil and Gas Corporation. (“we”, “our” or the “Company”). The information below should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statement and the related notes to consolidated financial statements.
Overview.We are a start-up corporation seeking to become an independent energy company focused on the acquisition and subsequent exploitation and development of crude oil in the Gulf States Drill Region. We were incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia on November 13, 2017. Upon sufficient funding from this Offering, we will seek to identify leases for properties with proven oil reserves in the Gulf States Drill Region and, upon assignment of the lease or leases, lease or acquire the equipment and assets for establishing one or two oil rigs, retain the oil drilling and production operational personnel and commence drilling.
Results of Operations for the six months ended June 30, 2019, and June 30, 2018, and the three months ended June 30, 2019, and June 30, 2018:
Revenues:The Company had no oil and gas revenues and no revenue producing operations.
Operating Expense: The Company had no oil and gas operating expense.Other operating expense was $10,508 for the six months ended June 30, 2019, and $2,494 June 30, 2018, and $10,255 for the three months ended June 30, 2019, and $255 for the three months ended June 30, 2018.
| Six Months Ended June 30, | Six Months Ended June 30, | | Three Months Ended June 30, | Three Months Ended June 30, |
| 2019 | 2018 | | 2019 | 2018 |
| (unaudited) | (unaudited) | | (unaudited) | (unaudited) |
Total Revenues | $- | $- | | $- | $- |
Total operating expenses | 10,508 | 2,494 | | 10,255 | 255 |
Income (loss) from operations | (10,508) | (2,494) | | (10,255) | (255) |
Net income (loss) from operations | $(10,508) | $(2,494) | | $(10,255) | $(255) |
Net income (deficit) per common share - basic and diluted | $(10,508) | $(2,494) | | $(10,255) | $(255) |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period - basic and diluted | 1 | 1 | | 1 | 1 |
Liquidity and Capital Resources:We have incurred net operating losses and operating cash flow deficits since inception, continuing through the six months ended June 30, 2019, and 2018 and the years ended December 31, 2018, and December 31, 2017. We are in the early stages of acquisition and development of oil and gas leaseholds and properties, and we have been funded primarily by a combination of loans or contributions of Jeffrey Guzy, an officer and director of the Company. This limited funding has been inadequate as of the date of this Prospectus to fund our business strategy and has covered just general administration and legal compliance for the Company as well as paying accounting and legal fees for work performed in connection with this Offering.
We had cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2019, of $3,500. At December 31, 2018, we had cash and cash equivalents totaling $3,500.
We believe that our working capital on hand as of the date of this report will not be sufficient to fund our plan
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of operations over the next 12 months. We require additional capital within the next 12 months. Our ability to obtain additional financing may be impaired by many factors outside of our control, including the capital markets (both generally and in the crude oil industry in particular), our lack of operating history, the location of our proposed or future crude oil properties and prices of crude oil on the commodities markets (which will impact the amount of asset-based financing available to us) and other factors. Further, if crude oil prices on the commodities markets decline, our revenues will likely decrease, and such decreased revenues may increase our requirements for capital.
Debt or equity financing arrangements may not be available to us or may be available only on unfavorable terms. Additionally, these alternatives could be highly dilutive to our existing stockholders and may not provide us with sufficient funds to meet our long-term capital requirements. We may continue to incur substantial costs in the future in connection with raising capital to fund our business, including investment banking fees, legal fees, accounting fees, securities law compliance fees, printing and distribution expenses, and other costs. We may also be required to recognize non-cash expenses in connection with certain securities we may issue, which may adversely affect our financial condition. If the amount of capital we are able to raise from financing activities, together with our revenues from operations, is not sufficient to satisfy our capital needs (even to the extent that we reduce our operations), we will be required to reduce operating costs, which could jeopardize our future strategic initiatives and business plans, and we may be required to sell some or all of our properties (which could be on unfavorable terms), seek joint ventures with one or more strategic partners, strategic acquisitions and other strategic alternatives, cease our operations, sell or merge our business, or file a petition for bankruptcy (either liquidation or reorganization under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code).
The following table summarizes our total current assets, total current liabilities and working capital (deficit) as of June 30, 2019, and December 31, 2018:
| As of | | As of |
| June 30, 2019 | | Dec 31, 2018 |
| (unaudited) | | |
Current assets | $10,500 | | $10,500 |
Current liabilities | 28,869 | | 18,361 |
Working capital surplus (deficit) | $(18,369) | | $(7,861) |
Changes in the net cash provided by and (used in) our operating, investing and financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019, and June 30, 2018, are set forth in the following table:
| Six Months Ended | Six Months Ended |
| June 30, 2019 | June 30, 2018 |
| (unaudited) | (unaudited) |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $- | $(7,000) |
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | - | 10,000 |
Cash at beginning of period | 3,500 | 500 |
Net increase (decrease) in cash | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:Net cash from operating activities is derived from net loss from operations adjusted for non-cash items, changes in the balances of accounts receivables, deposits, and prepaid expenses, accounts payables, accrued expenses, and other payables. For the six months ended June 30, 2019, and June 30, 2018, net cash used by operating activities was $0, $7,000, respectively.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:Total net cash provided by financing activities was $0 and $10,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018. The net increase was derived from loans from our Executive Chairman and one share of common stock purchased by our ExecutiveChairman of the Board of Directors. For more details about these debt and equity financings, see Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for the periods ended December 31, 2018, and December 31, 2017, incorporated by reference herein.
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Stockholders’ Equity:Authorized Capital.As of June 30, 2019, and December 31, 2018, the Company has 300,000,000 authorized shares of Common Stock at $0.01 par value and 50,000,000 authorized shares of serial Preferred Stock at a par value of $0.10.
During the periods ended June 30, 2019, December 31, 2018, the Company did not repurchase any shares.
There were no issuances of common stock for the periods ended June 30, 2019, and December 31, 2018. There were no issuances of preferred stock during the periods ended June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018.
The one share of common stock issued was issued under an exemption from registration under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and Section 13.1-514b(10) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Capital Contributions.There were no capital contributions during the periods ended June 30, 2019 or December 31, 2018.
Planned Capital Expenditures:The Company had no planned capital expenditures and no existing assignments or leases for oil producing properties, or related assets, in fiscal year 2018.
The Company incurred no development costs related to the purchase and development of working interest in wells during the periods ended June 30, 2019 or December 31, 2018. The Company has no such interests in wells as of the date of this filing.
Effects of Inflation and Pricing: The oil and gas industry is cyclical and the demand for goods and services by oil field companies, suppliers and others associated with the industry put significant pressure on the economic stability and pricing structure within the industry. Typically, as prices for oil increase all other associated costs increase as well. Conversely, in a period of declining prices, associated cost declines are likely to lag and may not adjust downward in proportion to the declining prices. Material changes in prices also affect our current revenue stream, estimates of future reserves, impairment assessments of oil properties, and values of properties in purchase and sale transactions. Material changes in prices can affect the value of oil and gas companies and their ability to raise capital, borrow money and retain personnel. While we do not currently expect business costs to materially increase, higher prices for oil could result in increases in the costs of materials, services and personnel. The recent drop and fluctuations in the market price for crude oil has adversely affected the demand or ability of companies to finance domestic oil exploration. Our need for adequate funding to expand oil production is hampered by current market conditions for crude oil, which have become more volatile and unpredictable as of the date of this prospectus.
Critical Accounting Policies:The establishment and consistent application of accounting policies is a vital component of accurately and fairly presenting our consolidated financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), as well as ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing financial reporting. While there are rarely alternative methods or rules from which to select in establishing accounting and financial reporting policies, proper application often involves significant judgment regarding a given set of facts and circumstances and a complex series of decisions.
Asset Retirement Obligations.The Company would, when and if operational, face possible retirement obligations for certain assets. The fair values of these obligations are recorded as liabilities on a discounted basis, which is typically at the time the assets are installed. In the estimation of fair value, the Company uses assumptions and judgments regarding such factors as the existence of a legal obligation for an asset retirement obligation; technical assessments of the assets; estimated amounts and timing of settlements; discount rates; and inflation rates. Asset retirement obligations incurred in the current period were Level 3 fair value measurements. The costs associated with these liabilities are capitalized as part of the related assets and depreciated as the reserves are produced. Over time, the liabilities are accreted for the change in their present value.
Asset retirement obligations for downstream facilities generally become firm at the time the facilities are permanently shut down and dismantled. These obligations may include the costs of asset disposal and additional soil remediation. However, these sites have indeterminate lives based on plans for continued operations and as such, the
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fair value of the conditional legal obligations cannot be measured, since it is impossible to estimate the future settlement dates of such obligations.
During the periods ended June 30, 2019, and December 31, 2018, the Company had no assets subject to retirement obligations.
Revenue Recognition.As of January 1, 2018, we adopted ASC 606 using the modified retrospective method. This adoption did not have an effect on the opening balance of retained earnings. ASC 606 has no current effect on our financial statements as we have no revenue. The Company would, when and if operational, comply with the standard. For additional information regarding the new revenue recognition standard, see Notes 2 and 3, in the Financial Statements.
Stock-Based Compensation.The Company accounts for Stock-Based Compensation under ASC 718 “Compensation – Stock Compensation,” which addresses the accounting for transactions in which an entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services, with a primary focus on transactions in which an entity obtains employee services in share-based payment transactions. ASC 718-10 requires measurement of the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value of the award. Incremental compensation costs arising from subsequent modifications of awards after the grant date must be recognized.
The Company accounts for stock-based compensation awards to non-employees in accordance with ASC 505-50, Equity-Based Payments to Non- Employees. Under ASC 505-50, the Company determines the fair value of the warrants or stock-based compensation awards granted as either the fair value of the consideration received, or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. Any stock options or warrants issued to non-employees are recorded in expense and additional paid-in capital in stockholders' equity over the applicable service periods using variable accounting through the vesting dates based on the fair value of the options or warrants at the end of each period.
The Company may issue stock to consultants for various services and pursuant to a written agreement and plan. The costs for these future transactions will be measured at the fair value of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. The value of the common stock will be measured at the earlier of (i) the date at which a firm commitment for performance by the counterparty to earn the equity instruments is reached or (ii) the date at which the counterparty's performance is complete. The Company will recognize consulting expense and a corresponding increase to additional paid-in capital related to stock issued for services. As of the date of this prospectus, the Company has issued no shares to consultants or non-officer employees.
Stock Issuance.We will record future stock-based awards issued to consultants and other external entities for goods and services at either the fair market value of the goods received, or services rendered, or the instruments issued in exchange for such services, whichever is more readily determinable, using the measurement date guidelines enumerated in FASB ASC 505.
Income Taxes. We account for income taxes under FASB ASC 740. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based upon differences between the financial reporting and tax basis of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. Accounting standards require the consideration of a valuation allowance for deferred tax assets if it is “more likely than not” that some component or all of the benefits of deferred tax assets will not be realized. The tax effects from an uncertain tax position can be recognized in the consolidated financial statements only if the position is more likely than not to be sustained if the position were to be challenged by a taxing authority. We have examined the tax positions taken in our tax returns and determined that there are no uncertain tax positions. As a result, we have recorded no uncertain tax liabilities in our consolidated balance sheet.
Oil Properties. We will account for oil properties by the successful efforts method. Under this method of accounting, costs relating to the acquisition and development of proved areas are capitalized when incurred. The costs of development wells are capitalized whether productive or non-productive. Leasehold acquisition costs are capitalized when incurred. If proved reserves are found on an unproved property, leasehold costs are transferred to proven oil-
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reserves properties. Exploration dry holes are charged to expense when it is determined that no commercial reserves exist. Other exploration costs, including personnel costs, geological and geophysical expenses and delay rentals for oil leases, are charged to expense when incurred. The costs of acquiring or constructing support equipment and facilities used in oil producing activities are capitalized. Production costs are charged to expense as incurred and are those costs incurred to operate and maintain our wells and related equipment and facilities.
Depletion of producing oil properties is recorded based on units of production. Acquisition costs of proved properties are depleted on the basis of all proved reserves, developed and undeveloped, and capitalized development costs (wells and related equipment and facilities) are depleted on the basis of proved developed reserves. As more fully described below, proved reserves are estimated by our independent petroleum engineer and are subject to future revisions based on availability of additional information. Asset retirement costs are recognized when the asset is placed in service and are depleted over proved reserves using the units of production method.
Oil properties are reviewed for impairment when facts and circumstances indicate that their carrying value may not be recoverable. We compare net capitalized costs of proved oil properties to estimated undiscounted future net cash flows using management’s expectations of future oil prices. These future price scenarios reflect our estimation of future price volatility. If net capitalized costs exceed estimated undiscounted future net cash flows, the measurement of impairment is based on estimated fair value, using estimated discounted future net cash flows based on management’s expectations of future oil prices. We have no properties as of the date of this prospectus and, as such, recorded no impairment on any properties. Unproven properties that are individually significant will be assessed for impairment and if considered impaired will be charged to expense when such impairment is deemed to have occurred.
The sale of a partial interest in a proved oil property is accounted for as normal retirement and no gain or loss is recognized as long as this treatment does not significantly affect the units-of-production depletion rate. If the units-of-production rate is significantly affected, then the sale is accounted for as the sale of an asset, and a gain or loss is recognized. The unamortized cost of the property or group of properties is apportioned to the interest sold and interest retained on the basis of the fair values of those interests. A gain or loss is recognized for all other sales of producing properties and is included in the results of operations. The sale of a partial interest in an unproved property is accounted for as a recovery of cost when substantial uncertainty exists as to recovery of the cost applicable to the interest retained. A gain on the sale is recognized to the extent the sales price exceeds the carrying amount of the unproved property. A gain or loss is recognized for all other sales of nonproducing properties and is included in the results of operations.
Oil Reserves.The determination of depreciation, depletion and amortization expense as well as impairments that are recognized on our oil properties are highly dependent on the estimates of the proved oil reserves attributable to our properties. Our estimate of proved reserves is based on the quantities of oil which geological and engineering data demonstrate, with reasonable certainty, to be recoverable in the future years from known reservoirs under existing economic and operating conditions. The accuracy of any reserve estimate is a function of the quality of available data, engineering and geological interpretation, and judgment. For example, we must estimate the amount and timing of future operating costs, production taxes and development costs, all of which may in fact vary considerably from actual results. In addition, as the prices of oil and cost levels change from year to year, the economics of producing our reserves may change and therefore the estimate of proved reserves may also change. Any significant variance in these assumptions could materially affect the estimated quantity and value of our reserves.
The information regarding present value of any future net cash flows attributable to proved oil reserveswould be estimates only and should not be construed as the current market value of the estimated oil reserves attributable to oil-producing properties. Thus, such information includes revisions of certain reserve estimates attributable to oil-producing properties included any prior year’s estimates. These revisions reflect additional information from subsequent activities, production history of the properties involved and any adjustments in the projected economic life of such properties resulting from changes in oil prices. Any future downward revisions could adversely affect our financial condition, our borrowing ability, our future prospects and the value of our common stock.
Use of Estimates.The preparation of financial statements under GAAP in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the
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disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. The most significant estimates relate to proved oil reserve volumes, certain depletion factors, future cash flows from oil and natural gas properties, estimates relating to certain oil and natural gas revenues and expenses, valuation of equity-based compensation, valuation of asset retirement obligations, estimates of future oil commodity pricing and the valuation of deferred income taxes. Actual results may differ from those estimates.
New Accounting Pronouncements.From time to time, new accounting pronouncements are issued by FASB that we adopt as of the specified effective date. If not discussed, management believes that the impact of recently issued standards, which are not yet effective, will not have a material impact on our financial statements upon adoption.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
Our audited financial statements found elsewhere in this prospectus contain a description of recent accounting pronouncements.
Internal Controls and Procedures
We are not currently required to comply with the SEC’s rules implementing Section 404 of SOX and are therefore not required to make a formal assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting for that purpose. Upon becoming a public company, we will be required to comply with the SEC’s rules implementing Section 302 of SOX, which will require certifications in our quarterly and annual reports and provision of an annual management report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting. We will not be required to have our independent registered accounting firm make its first assessment of our internal control over financial reporting under Section 404 until our first annual report subsequent to our ceasing to be an “emerging growth company”.
Off Balance Sheet Financial Obligations
We currently do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that is material to investors.
Relaxed Ongoing Reporting Requirements
Upon the completion of this Offering we have elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 7(a)(2)(B) of the Securities Act.
Going Concern
There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to achieve its business plan, raise any additional capital or secure the additional financing necessary to implement its current operating plan. The accompanying financial statements do not include any adjustments that might be necessary if the Company is unable to continue as a going concern.
The Company has yet to achieve profitable operations, expects to incur further losses in the development of its business, has negative cash flows from operating activities, and is dependent upon future issuances of equity or other financing to fund ongoing operations, all of which raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to generate future profitable operations and/or to obtain the necessary financing from shareholders or other sources to meet its obligations and repay its liabilities arising from normal business operations when they come due. Management has no formal plan in place to address this concern but considers that the Company will be able to obtain additional funds by equity financing and/or related party advances, however, there is no assurance of additional funding being available or on acceptable terms, if at all.
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Item 3.Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
The following market risk disclosures should be read in conjunction with “Risk Factors” contained in our Form S-1.
Market risk refers to potential losses from adverse changes in market prices and rates. We are exposed to market risk primarily in the form of commodity price risk and interest rate risk. We do not enter into derivative or other financial instruments for speculative trading purposes.
Interest Rate Risk
We are exposed to market risk related to changes in interest rates, which affects the amount of interest we pay on certain of our borrowings and the amount of interest we earn on our short-term investments.
As of June 30, 2019, we had no significant investments; therefore, we were not exposed to material interest rate risk on investments.
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PART II—OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.Legal Proceedings
None.
Item 1A.Risk Factors
Our business faces many risks. Any of the risk factors discussed in this report or our other SEC filings could have a material impact on our business, financial position or results of operations. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently believe to be immaterial may also impair our business operation. For a discussion of our potential risks and uncertainties, see the information in “Risk Factors” in our Form S-1.
Item 2.Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Recent sales of unregistered securities
None.
Purchases of equity securities by the issuer and affiliated purchasers
None
Item 3.Other Information
None.
Item 4.Exhibits
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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 thereunto duly authorized.
CoJax Oil and Gas Corporation |
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By: | | /s/ Jeffrey J. Guzy |
| | Jeffrey J. Guzy |
| | Executive Chairman of the Board |
Signature | Title | Date |
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By: /s/ Jeffrey Delancey | Chief Executive Officer | August 26, 2019 |
Jeffrey Delancey | Principal Executive Officer | |
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By: /s/ Jeffrey Guzy | Executive Chairman | August 26, 2019 |
Jeffrey Guzy | | |
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By: /s/ Jeffrey Delancey | Director | August 26, 2019 |
Jeffrey Delancey | | |
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By: /s/ Jeffrey Guzy | Director | August 26, 2019 |
Jeffrey Guzy | | |
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