Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Note 8 - Stockholders' Deficit

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Note 8 - Stockholders' Deficit
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017
Notes  
Note 8 - Stockholders' Deficit

NOTE 8 - STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIENCY

 

Recapitalization

 

On November 8, 2017, the shareholders of the Company voted for Approval and adoption of an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation, as amended, to increase the number of authorized shares of common stock from 450,000,000 shares to 700,000,000 shares. The Certificate of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation have been filed with the Secretary of State of Nevada.

 

Board of Directors fees

 

As compensation for serving as a member of the board of directors, the Company granted warrants to purchase 125,000 shares of common stock to Robert O. Rondeau, a new Director, in March 2016, at an exercise price of $.09 per share. The warrants have a term of five years and vest immediately. The warrants were valued at $10,588 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 168.01%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.97%. In addition, Mr. Rondeau will receive $10,000 for each annual term served, paid quarterly.

 

On September 10, 2016, the board of directors granted to each of its Directors warrants to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.05 per share. The warrants have a term of five years and vest immediately. The warrants were valued at $59,125 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 171.58%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.79%. In addition, each director is entitled to receive $10,000 for each annual term served.

 

On September 11, 2017, the board of directors granted to each of its Directors warrants to purchase 500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.07 per share. The warrants have a term of five years and vest immediately. The warrants were valued at $166,668 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.54%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.71%. In addition, each director is entitled to receive $10,000 for each annual term served.

 

The Company recorded directors’ fees of $206,668 and $109,713 for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, representing the cash fees and the value of the vested warrants described above.

 

Stock Based Compensation

 

On May 19, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 14,500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.08 with a term of 5 years pursuant to agreements with financial consultants. The warrants were valued at $1,095,063 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.07%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.89%. On September 19, 2016, the Company issued 3,500,000 shares of common stock, valued at $175,000, to an investor relations consulting firm. On November 17, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 400,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.09 with a term of 5 years pursuant to agreements with financial consultants. The warrants were valued at $21,381 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 173.41%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.04%.

 

During the quarter ended March 31, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 with a term of 5 years pursuant to an agreement as a financial consultant. The warrants were valued at $33,148 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.05%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.87%.

 

During the quarter ended June 30, 2017, the Company entered into a Limited License Agreement (“License Agreement”) with NutriQuest, LLC ("NutriQuest"). Pursuant to the agreement, the Company issued NutriQuest warrants to purchase 687,227 shares of common stock valued at $45,662 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.75%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.78%. The warrants are exercisable at $.08 per share and expire five (5) years from the date of issuance. The License Agreement provides that the Company is obligated to pay a termination fee to NutriQuest if the parties are unable to agree upon quality and volume delivered standards.

 

During the quarter ended September 30, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 16,250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.06 to $.07 with a term of 5 years pursuant to agreements with financial consultants. The warrants were valued at $923,430 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.61% to 175.58%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.63% to 1.79%. Also, in the third quarter, the Company issued warrants to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an at an exercise price of $.07 with a term of 5 years pursuant to an agreement with a research consultant. The warrants were valued at $16,667 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.61%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.63%.

 

During the quarter ended December 31, 2017, the Company issued warrants to HEP Investments LLC (a related party) to purchase 50,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 with a term of 5 years pursuant to an approval of the board of directors relating to the additional funding of $2.5 million through the 11% convertible note. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt. The warrants were valued at $4,274,761 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.10%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 2.09%. Also, in the fourth quarter, the Company issued warrants to purchase 600,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 with a term of 5 years pursuant to an agreement as a financial consultant. The warrants were valued at $57,212 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.09%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 2.11%.

 

Stock Issuances

 

On January 27, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 180,000 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $8,018 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 158.1%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.84%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On March 1, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $750,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 337,500 shares of common stock valued at $27,000 and a warrant to purchase 750,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $44,371 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 167.7%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.85%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On May 16, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 112,500 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $18,746 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.1%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.79%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On July 26, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 180,000 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $11,523 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.3%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.75%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On August 25, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 150,000 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $13,939 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.8%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.78%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On October 20, 2016, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 128,571 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $16,419 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 173.2%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.84%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On March 7, 2017, the Company issued 250,000 shares of common stock valued at $22,500 as discussed in Note 12 - Settlement of Litigation – Related Party.

 

On March 31, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $1,000,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 450,000 shares of common stock valued at $36,000 and a warrant to purchase 1,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $75,718 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.1%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.97%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On July 14, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 128,571 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $16,546 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 177.0%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.87%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On July 24, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $1,000,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 514,286 shares of common stock valued at $36,000 and a warrant to purchase 1,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $66,181 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 177.0%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.83%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On September 7, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $250,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 128,571 shares of common stock valued at $9,000 and a warrant to purchase 250,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $16,506 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.6%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.63%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On September 25, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $1,000,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 514,286 shares of common stock valued at $36,000 and a warrant to purchase 1,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $66,086 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.0%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.85%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

On November 20, 2017, in connection with the issuance of $500,000 in principal of an 11% Convertible Debenture, the Company issued 200,000 shares of common stock valued at $18,000 and a warrant to purchase 500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.10 per share. The warrants were valued at $42,739 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.2%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 2.09%. See Note 7 - Convertible Debt.

 

Executive Compensation

 

As compensation for serving as Chief Financial Officer, the Company, quarterly, will issue warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock to Philip M. Rice at the prevailing market price with a term of 5 years, provided that the preceding quarterly and annual filings were submitted in a timely and compliant manner, at which time such warrants would vest.

 

On March 29, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.08. The warrants were valued at $3,771 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 169.28%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.78%.

 

On May 13, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.08. The warrants were valued at $3,777 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.23%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.76%.

 

On August 12, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.07. The warrants were valued at $3,307 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 170.83%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 0.71%.

 

On November 14, 2016, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.10. The warrants were valued at $4,745 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 173.53%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.00%.

 

On March 31, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.08. The warrants were valued at $3,317 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 175.53%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.93%.

 

On May 12, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.09. The warrants were valued at $4,283 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.74%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.93%.

 

On August 11, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.06. The warrants were valued at $2,863 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 177.01%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.74%.

 

On October 19, 2017, the Company issued warrants to purchase 50,000 shares of common stock at $.09. The warrants were valued at $4,290 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.02%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.98%.

 

On November 8, 2017, the board of directors granted to Andrew Dahl, CEO warrants to purchase 10,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.08 per share. The warrants have a term of five years and vest immediately. The warrants were valued at $762,649 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.02%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.99%.

 

On November 8, 2017, the board of directors granted to Philip Rice, CFO, warrants to purchase 6,000,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $.08 per share. The warrants have a term of five years and vest immediately. The warrants were valued at $457,589 using the Black Scholes pricing model relying on the following assumptions: volatility 176.02%; annual rate of dividends 0%; discount rate 1.99%.

 

Common Stock Warrants

 

A summary of the status of the Company’s warrants is presented below.

 

 

 

December 31, 2017

 

December 31, 2016

 

 

Number of

 

Weighted

Average

 

Number of

 

Weighted

Average

 

 

Warrants

 

Exercise Price

 

Warrants

 

Exercise Price

Outstanding, beginning of year

 

32,071,901

$

0.10

 

14,705,818

$

0.13

 Issued

 

88,737,227

 

0.09

 

20,350,000

 

0.08

Exercised

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

-

Cancelled

 

-

 

-

 

-

 

-

Expired

 

(1,507,374)

 

0.17

 

(2,983,917)

 

0.14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outstanding, end of period

 

119,301,754

$

0.09

 

32,071,901

$

0.10

 

Warrants outstanding and exercisable by price range as of December 31, 2017 were as follows:

 

 

Outstanding Warrants

 

Exercisable Warrants

 

 

 

 

 

Average

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted

 

 

 

 

 

Remaining

 

 

 

 

 

Average

 

Range of

 

Number

 

Contractual Life in Years

 

Exercise Price

 

Number

 

Exercise Price

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

0.05

 

1,250,000

 

4.70

$

0.05

 

1,250,000

$

0.05

 

0.06

 

16,050,000

 

4.59

 

0.06

 

16,050,000

 

0.06

 

0.07

 

3,000,000

 

4.70

 

0.07

 

3,000,000

 

0.07

0.08

 

18,625,000

 

3.99

 

0.08

 

18,625,000

 

0.08

0.09

 

809,110

 

3.38

 

0.09

 

809,110

 

0.09

0.10

 

60,527,200

 

4.64

 

0.10

 

60,527,200

 

0.10

0.12

 

50,000

 

2.62

 

0.12

 

50,000

 

0.12

0.14

 

50,000

 

1.62

 

0.14

 

50,000

 

0.14

0.15

 

1,376,941

 

1.68

 

0.15

 

1,376,941

 

0.15

0.17

 

50,000

 

1.25

 

0.17

 

50,000

 

0.17

0.19

 

50,000

 

1.37

 

0.19

 

50,000

 

0.19

0.22

 

269,276

 

1.75

 

0.22

 

269,276

 

0.22

0.25

 

707,000

 

0.38

 

0.25

 

707,000

 

0.25

0.30

 

250,000

 

0.92

 

0.30

 

250,000

 

0.30

0.33

 

250,000

 

0.50

 

0.33

 

250,000

 

0.33

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

119,301,754

 

4.34

 

 

 

119,301,754

$

0.09