Safe Pro Group Inc
For the period ended Sep 30, 2024. Filed Nov 14, 2024.
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE 1 -NATURE OF ORGANIZATION
Safe Pro Group. Inc. (the “Company”) is a Delaware corporation organized on December 15, 2021 under the name of Cybernate Corp and started doing business on January 1, 2022. On July 13, 2022, the Company changed its name from Cybernate Corp. to Safe Pro Group Inc. Through a layered approach to the development and integration of advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning, drone-based remote sensing technologies and services, and personal protective gear, the Company has acquired companies with unique safety and security technologies and solutions that can provide governments, enterprises and non-government organizations with innovative solutions designed to respond to evolving threats.
On June 7, 2022 and amended on October 27, 2022, May 12, 2022, August 15, 2023, August 26, 2023 and April 11, 2024, the Company entered into a Share Exchange Agreement (the “Exchange Agreement”) with (i) Safe-Pro USA, LLC. (“Safe-Pro USA”), a Florida limited liability company organized on November 19, 2008, (ii) the members of Safe-Pro USA (the “Safe-Pro USA Members”), and (iii) the Representative of the Safe-Pro USA Members. Pursuant to the Exchange Agreement, the Company acquired 100% of the Safe-Pro USA Members units, representing 100% of Safe-Pro USA’s issued and outstanding member interests (the “Safe Pro USA Member Interests”). On June 7, 2022, the Company closed the Exchange Agreement and acquired 100% of the Safe-Pro USA Member Interests. The Safe-Pro USA Member Interests were exchanged for 3,000,000 shares of the Company’s Series A preferred stock. Safe-Pro USA is a premier manufacturer and seller of high-performance ballistics solutions, including ballistic protective equipment, consisting of explosive ordinance disposal and unexploded ordinance disposal products, ballistic vests, body armor, helmets, ballistic blankets, and more.
On August 29, 2022, the Company entered into an Acquisition Agreement (the “Acquisition Agreement”) with (i) Airborne Response Corp. (“Airborne Response”), a company incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida on September 7, 2016 under the name of Airborne Response, LLC. and (ii) the shareholders of Airborne Response. On March 21, 2022, Airborne Response, LLC changed its name to Airborne Response Corp. and converted from a limited liability company to a corporation. Pursuant to the Acquisition Agreement, the Company acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of Airborne Response in exchange for 3,275,000 Series B preferred stock of the Company. Airborne Response is a provider of mission critical aerial intelligence solutions using uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), more commonly known as “drones,” to its customers. Airborne Response delivers a full range of drone-based, aerial services including site surveys/mapping, infrastructure inspection, data capture, analytics and processing powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide customers with comprehensive data-driven insights and reporting.
On March 9, 2023 (the “Closing Date”), the Company entered into a Share Exchange Agreement (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) with (i) Safe Pro AI LLC (“Safe Pro AI”), organized under the state of New York on February 22, 2021, under the name of Demining Development LLC. and (ii) the members of Safe Pro AI. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, the Company acquired 100% of the member interests of Safe Pro AI in exchange for 281,250 shares of the Company’s common stock, which 70,312 shares vested on September 9, 2023 and remaining shares were to vest as follows:70,314 shares twelve-month anniversary of the Closing Date,70,312 on the eighteen-month anniversary of the Closing Date, and 70,312 on the twenty-four-month anniversary of the Closing Date. On December 31, 2023, the Company’s board of directors approved the vesting of the remaining 210,938 shares. Safe Pro AI owns certain software technologies that enable the rapid, automated processing of aerial and ground-based imagery making it an ideal solution for several applications including demining and in law enforcement and security. These shares were valued at $545,625, or $1.94 per share, on the measurement date based on recent sales of units of common stock and warrants. Other than owning certain technologies, Safe Pro AI had no operations and no employees and was not considered a business. Pursuant to ASU 2017-01 and ASC 805, the Company analyzed the Exchange Agreement and the business of Safe Pro AI to determine if the Company acquired a business or acquired assets. Based on this analysis, it was determined that the Company acquired assets. No goodwill was recorded since the Exchange Agreement was accounted for as an asset purchase. In accordance with ASC 805, the fair value of the assets acquired is based on either the fair value of the consideration given or the fair value of the assets acquired, whichever is more clearly evident, and thus, more reliably measurable. The Company used the fair value of the 281,250 common shares issued of $545,625 as the fair value of the assets acquired since this value was more clearly evident, and thus, more reliably measurable than the fair value of the software technologies acquired.
NOTE 2 –SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of presentation and principles of consolidation
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Safe-Pro USA since its acquisition on June 7, 2022, Airborne Response since its acquisition on August 29, 2022 and Safe Pro AI since its acquisition on March 9, 2023. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Management acknowledges its responsibility for the preparation of the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements which reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, considered necessary in its opinion for a fair statement of its financial position and the results of its operations for the periods presented. The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (the “U.S. GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions Article 8-03 of Regulation S-X. Operating results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results that may be expected for the fiscal year as a whole.
Certain information and note disclosure normally included in consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP has been condensed or omitted from these statements pursuant to such accounting principles and, accordingly, they do not include all the information and notes necessary for comprehensive consolidated financial statements. These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the summary of significant accounting policies and notes to the consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 of the Company which is included in our Registration Statement on Form S-1 on July 19, 2024.
Liquidity
As reflected in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements; the Company generated a net loss of $6,044,239 and used cash in operations of $3,065,107, during the nine months ended September 30, 2024, and has an accumulated deficit of $12,866,529 on September 30, 2024. As of September 30, 2024, the Company had working capital of $2,300,448. On August 29, 2024, pursuant to the initial public offering (“IPO”), the Company sold 1,020,000 shares of common for gross proceeds of $5,100,000 and received net proceeds of $4,179,500, after fees and expenses of $920,500.
The IPO net proceeds serve to mitigate the conditions that historically raised substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Company believes that the Company has sufficient cash to meet its obligations for a minimum of twelve months from the date of this filing.
Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant estimates during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, include estimates for allowance for credit losses on accounts receivable and other receivables, estimates for obsolete or slow-moving inventory, the useful life of property and equipment, the valuation of assets acquired in an asset acquisition, the valuation of intangible assets and goodwill to determine any impairment, the estimate of the fair value of lease liabilities and related right of use assets, assumptions used in assessing impairment of long-lived assets, estimates related to the allocation of the transaction price for revenue recognition purposes, estimates of current and deferred income taxes and deferred tax valuation allowances, and the fair value of non-cash equity transactions.
Fair value of financial instruments and fair value measurements
The Company measures and discloses the fair value of assets and liabilities to be carried at fair value in accordance with ASC 820 – Fair Value Measurements. Under this standard, financial assets and liabilities are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Disclosures about the fair value of financial instruments are based on pertinent information available to the Company on the reporting dates. Accordingly, the estimates presented in these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that could be realized on disposition of the financial instruments. FASB ASC 820 specifies a hierarchy of valuation techniques based on whether the inputs to those valuation techniques are observable or unobservable. Observable inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect market assumptions. The hierarchy gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1 measurement) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3 measurement). The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are as follows:
Level 1—Inputs are unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities available at the measurement date.
Level 2—Inputs are unadjusted quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets and liabilities in markets that are not active, inputs other than quoted prices that are observable, and inputs derived from or corroborated by observable market data.
Level 3—Inputs are unobservable inputs which reflect the reporting entity’s own assumptions on what assumptions the market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best available information.
The carrying amounts reported in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets for cash, accounts and other receivables, inventory, prepaid expenses and other current assets, notes and convertible notes payable, accounts payable, accrued expenses, contract liabilities, accrued compensation and benefits and due to related parties approximate their fair market value based on the short-term maturity of these instruments.
“ASC 825-10 “Financial Instruments”, allows entities to voluntarily choose to measure certain financial assets and liabilities at fair value (fair value option). The fair value option may be elected on an instrument-by-instrument basis and is irrevocable unless a new election date occurs. If the fair value option is elected for an instrument, unrealized gains and losses for that instrument should be reported in earnings at each subsequent reporting date. The Company did not elect to apply the fair value option to any outstanding instruments.
Risks and uncertainties
The Company’s cash is held at major commercial banks, which may at times exceed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) limit. In August 2024, the Company has entered into a deposit placement agreement for Insured Cash Sweep Service (“ICS”). This service is a secure, and convenient way to access FDIC protection on large deposits and earn a return. This service provides for deposits in excess of $250,000 to be distributed over multiple institutions, so that at any given time there are no sums in excess of FDIC insured levels. To date, the Company has not experienced any losses on its invested cash. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company had cash in bank in excess of FDIC insured levels of approximately $0 and $338,739, respectively
The Company’s results of operations could be adversely affected by general conditions in the global economy and in the global financial markets, including conditions that are outside of its control, including the impact of health and safety concerns, such as the war in Ukraine and the Middle East. The most recent global financial crisis caused extreme volatility and disruptions in the capital and credit markets. A severe or prolonged economic downturn could result in a variety of risks to our business, including weakened demand for the Company’s products and services and its ability to raise additional capital when needed on acceptable terms, if at all. A weak or declining economy could strain the Company’s domestic and international customers, possibly resulting in delays in customer payments. Any of the foregoing could harm the Company’s business and it cannot anticipate all the ways in which the current economic climate and financial market conditions could adversely impact the Company’s business.
Business acquisitions
The Company accounts for business acquisitions using the acquisition method of accounting where the assets acquired, and liabilities assumed are recognized based on their respective estimated fair values. The excess of the purchase price over the estimated fair values of the net assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. Determining the fair value of certain acquired assets and liabilities is subjective in nature and often involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions, including, but not limited to, the selection of appropriate valuation methodology, projected revenue, expenses, and cash flows, weighted average cost of capital, discount rates, and estimates of terminal values. Business acquisitions are included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements as of the date of the acquisition.
Asset acquisitions
The Company evaluates acquisitions pursuant to ASC 805, “Business Combinations,” to determine whether the acquisition should be classified as either an asset acquisition or a business combination. Acquisitions for which substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets acquired are concentrated in a single identifiable asset or a group of similar identifiable assets are accounted for as an asset acquisition. For asset acquisitions, the Company allocates the purchase price of these acquired assets on a relative fair value basis and capitalizes direct acquisition related costs as part of the purchase price. Acquisition costs that do not meet the criteria to be capitalized are expensed as incurred and presented in general and administrative costs in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations, if any.
Cash and cash equivalents
For purposes of the statements of cash flows, the Company considers all highly liquid instruments with a maturity of three months or less at the purchase date and money market accounts to be cash equivalents. The Company hasno cash equivalents as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Accounts receivable and other receivables
The Company adopted ASC 326 “Financial Instruments – Credit Losses” on January 1, 2023. The Company recognizes an allowance for losses on accounts receivable and other receivables in an amount equal to the estimated probable losses net of recoveries under the current expected credit loss method. The allowance is based on an analysis of historical bad debt experience, current receivables aging, and expected future write-offs, as well as an assessment of specific identifiable customer accounts or other accounts considered at risk or uncollectible. The bad debt expense associated with the allowance for credit losses related to accounts receivable and other receivables is recognized in selling, general and administrative expenses.
Inventory
Inventory, consisting of finished goods, work in process and raw materials, are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value utilizing the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. A reserve is established when management determines that certain inventories may not be saleable. If inventory costs exceed the expected net realizable value due to obsolescence or quantities in excess of expected demand, the Company will record reserves for the difference between the cost and the net realizable value. These reserves are recorded based on estimates and are included in the cost of sales.
Property and equipment
Property and equipment are stated at cost and are depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives, which range from five toten years. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the useful life or lease term including scheduled renewal terms. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. When assets are retired or disposed of, the cost and accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any resulting gains or losses are included in income in the year of disposition. The Company examines the possibility of decreases in the value of these assets when events or changes in circumstances reflect the fact that their recorded value may not be recoverable.
The estimated useful lives of property and equipment are generally as follows:
| Years | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing equipment | 7 - 10 |
| Drones and related equipment | 5 |
| Furniture, fixtures and office equipment | 5 |
Capitalized internal-use software
Costs incurred to develop internal-use software are expensed as incurred during the preliminary project stage. Internal-use software development costs are capitalized during the application development stage, which is after: (i) the preliminary project stage is completed; and (ii) management authorizes and commits to funding the project and it is probable the project will be completed and used to perform the function intended. Capitalization ceases at the point the software project is substantially complete and ready for its intended use, and after all substantial testing is completed. Upgrades and enhancements are capitalized if it is probable that those expenditures will result in additional functionality. Amortization is provided for on a straight-line basis over the expected useful life of the internal-use software development costs and related upgrades and enhancements, which currently is five years. When existing software is replaced with new software, the unamortized costs of the old software are expensed when the new software is ready for its intended use. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company capitalized $172,596 and $545,625 of internal-use software development direct costs, respectively.
Goodwill and intangible assets
The Company’s business acquisitions typically result in the recording of goodwill and other intangible assets, which affect the amount of amortization expense and possibly impairment write-downs that the Company may incur in future periods.
Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization for finite-lived assets, computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life, less any impairment charges.
Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price paid over the fair value of the net assets acquired in business acquisitions. Goodwill is not subject to amortization but is subject to impairment tests at least annually. The Company reviews the carrying amounts of goodwill by reporting unit at least annually, or when indicators of impairment are present, to determine if goodwill may be impaired. To test goodwill impairment, the Company may first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely thannot that the fair value of goodwill is less than its carrying value. The Company would not be required to quantitatively determine the fair value of goodwill unless it determines, based on the qualitative assessment there are indicators of impairment. Under the quantitative test of goodwill, the Company compares the fair value of the reporting unit to its carrying value, including goodwill. If the carrying value exceeds the fair value, then the goodwill is impaired by the excess amount. The Company performs its annual testing for goodwill during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year or more frequently if an event occurs or circumstances change that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of a reporting unit.
Intangibles assets, net consists of contractual employment agreements, customer relationships and acquired capitalized internal-use software. All intangible assets determined to have finite lives are amortized over their estimated useful lives. The useful life of an intangible asset is the period over which the asset is expected to contribute directly or indirectly to future cash flows. The Company periodically evaluates both finite and indefinite lived intangible assets for impairment upon occurrence of events or changes in circumstances that indicate the carrying amount of intangible assets may not be recoverable.
See Note 7 for additional information regarding intangible assets and goodwill.
Impairment of long-lived assets
In accordance with ASC Topic 360, the Company reviews long-lived assets, including intangible assets, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable, or at least annually. The Company recognizes an impairment loss when the sum of expected undiscounted future cash flows is less than the carrying amount of the asset. The amount of impairment is measured as the difference between the asset’s estimated fair value and its book value.
Revenue recognition
In accordance with ASU Topic 606 -Revenue from Contracts with Customers, the Company recognizes revenue in accordance with that core principle by applying the following steps:
Step 1: Identify the contract(s) with a customer.
Step 2: Identify the performance obligations in the contract.
Step 3: Determine the transaction price.
Step 4: Allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract.
Step 5: Recognize revenue when (or as) the entity satisfies a performance obligation.
Safe-Pro USA
The Company recognizes revenue when, or as, the performance obligation is satisfied. Performance obligations are determined through a review of customer contracts and may differ between customers depending upon contract terms.
For a Bangladesh customer for which Safe-Pro USA historically derived a significant portion of its revenue (see Note 12), the Company has identified two performance obligations:
| 1) | The sale and delivery of safety equipment, ballistic and bomb vests, helmets, and other equipment. |
| 2) | Training and final inspections related to the sale of the equipment. |
The Company estimated the allocation of the transaction price to each of the above performance obligations since it does not have evidence of the standalone selling process, which is summarized as follows:
| ● | Performance Obligation 1 - Historically, the Company has received 80% of the contract price upon shipment and presentation of required documents. |
| ● | Performance Obligation 2 - The remaining 20% of the contract price shall be authorized and received after 1) post-shipment inspection is performed, functionality testing is performed, and approval of the testing is granted. The 20% is triggered after testing and training. Local training with the contracted items consists of 1) use and care training, 2) engineering, repair, & maintenance, and 3) inventory management. Historically, the remaining 20% has not been collected. Although the Company believes this 20% will ultimately be collected, due to the historical non-payment of this 20%, the Company will not record such revenue until such time as collection is probable and all training and inspections are completed (See Note 11 – Commitments regarding this revenue stream). |
In connection with the revenue associated with the significant customer discussed above, the Company shall pay a commission of approximately 10% of the amounts collected to local agents that assist with the facilitation of training, shipment, and documentation. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, there were $257 and $30,788 in commission expense, which is included in selling, general and administration expense on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, accrued commissions amounted to $52,988 and $70,555, respectively, which are included in accrued expenses on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets.
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Revenue from other Safe-Pro USA customers is generally recognized at the time of shipment, which is the time that the Company satisfies its performance obligations.
Revenue from product sales is recognized when the related goods are shipped whereas revenue from training and inspection activities is recognized when the services are completed, and payment is probable. Discounts in multiple elements sold as a single arrangement are allocated proportionately to the individual elements based on the fair value charged when the element is sold separately.
Airborne Response
Airborne Response recognizes revenue when, or as, the performance obligation is satisfied. Performance obligations are determined through a review of customer contracts and may differ between customers depending upon contract terms. Revenues from services are recognized at a point in time when Airborne Response completes services pursuant to its agreements with clients and collectability is probable.
Safe Pro AI
Safe Pro AI will sell subscriptions to its customers for the use of its software under a software as a service subscription model (“SaaS”), which will allow for the rapid, automated processing of aerial and ground-based imagery uploaded by customers, making it an ideal solution for a number of applications including demining, in law enforcement and security. The Company’s SaaS offerings shall be sold under a prepaid or postpaid, usage-based pricing system pursuant to a tiers model, allowing customers to choose the subscription level to be charged based upon their intended usage. The subscription tiers will utilize declining prices as the volume grows. Under this model, customers are charged an upfront fee based upon the number of gigapixels of aerial images uploaded into the system for processing. For customer convenience, Safe Pro AI will initially charge data processing fees on a per hectare basis (1 hectare = 1,000 square meters). Under prepaid pay-as-you-go plans, revenues related to contracts that do not include a specified contract period are recognized upon usage by the customer and satisfaction of the Company’s performance obligation. These usage-based revenues are constrained to the amount the Company expects to be entitled to and receive in exchange for providing access to its platform. If professional services are deemed to be distinct, revenue is recognized as services are performed. The Company does not view the signing of the contract or the provision of initial setup services as discrete earnings events that are distinct.
Contract liabilities
Advance payments received from customers, as well as unpaid amounts that customers are contractually obligated to pay, are deferred until all revenue recognition criteria are satisfied. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, customer advanced payments amounted to $70,288 and $84,670, respectively, which are included in contract liabilities on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets.
Product warranties
The Company’s subsidiary, Safe-Pro USA, provides product warranties on its equipment or components of equipment sold from one to five years. For Safe-Pro USA’s significant customer, Safe-Pro USA provides product warranties of twelve months from the date of receipt of the inspection note, which should occur after the completion of performance obligation 2 discussed above under the revenue recognition policy footnote. The Company considered the need to make an accrual for warranty expenses that may be incurred. Historically, the Company has incurred no warranty expense and accordingly, the Company believes that no warranty expense accrual is deemed necessary.
Cost of sales
The cost of sales includes the cost of labor and fringe benefits, sub-contractor costs, production costs, supplies and materials, freight, production, services and related depreciation, and other direct and indirect costs.
Advertising costs
All costs related to advertising of the Company’s services and products are expensed in the period incurred. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, advertising costs charged to operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 were $85,572 and $116,170, respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 were $4,311 and $8,578, respectively are included in general and administrative expenses on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Federal and state income taxes
The Company accounts for income tax using the liability method prescribed by ASC 740, “Income Taxes”. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on the difference between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates that will be in effect in the year in which the differences are expected to reverse. The Company records a valuation allowance to offset deferred tax assets if based on the weight of available evidence, it is more likely than not that some portion, or all, of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The effect on deferred taxes of a change in tax rates is recognized as income or loss in the period that includes the enactment date.
The Company follows the accounting guidance for uncertainty in income taxes using the provisions of ASC 740*“Income Taxes*”. Using that guidance, tax positions initially need to be recognized in the consolidated financial statements when it is more likely than not the position will be sustained upon examination by the tax authorities. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company hadno uncertain tax positions that qualify for either recognition or disclosure in the consolidated financial statements. Tax years that remain subject to examination are the years ending on and after December 31, 2023 and 2022. The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to uncertain income tax positions in other expenses. However, no such interest and penalties were recorded during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
Stock-based compensation
Stock-based compensation is accounted for based on the requirements of ASC 718 –“Compensation –Stock Compensation”, which requires recognition in the consolidated financial statements of the cost of employee, director, and non-employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments over the period the employee, director, or non-employee is required to perform the services in exchange for the award (presumptively, the vesting period). The ASC also requires measurement of the cost of employee, director, and non-employee services received in exchange for an award based on the grant-date fair value of the award. The Company has elected to recognize forfeitures as they occur as permitted under the FASB’s Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-09Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment.
Net loss per common share
ASC 260 “Earnings Per Share”, requires dual presentation of basic and diluted earnings (loss) per common share (“EPS”) with a reconciliation of the numerator and denominator of the basic EPS computation to the numerator and denominator of the diluted EPS computation. Basic EPS excludes dilutive securities and non-vested forfeitable shares. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could occur if securities or other contracts to issue common shares were exercised or converted into common shares or resulted in the issuance of common shares that then shared in the earnings of the entity. Basic net loss per common share is computed by dividing net loss available to shareholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net loss per common share is computed by dividing net loss by the weighted average number of common shares, common share equivalents and potentially dilutive securities outstanding during each period. Potentially dilutive common shares were excluded from the computation of diluted shares outstanding for the nine months ending September 30, 2024 and 2023, as they would have an anti-dilutive impact on the Company’s net losses and consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | September 30, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Stock warrants (1) | 849,768 | 457,579 |
| Common shares issuable upon conversion of Series A Preferred | - | 1,500,000 |
| Common shares issuable upon conversion of Series B Preferred | - | 1,310,000 |
| Non-vested forfeitable shares | - | 1,615,000 |
| Total | 849,768 | 4,696,251 |
| (1) | Does not include Representative warrants issued to underwriter for 51,000, which are not exercisable until March 1, 2025. |
The Company has 3,000,000 Series A Preferred and 3,275,000 Series B Preferred shares authorized. On August 28, 2024,3,000,000 Series A Preferred and 3,275,000 Series B Preferred shares were converted into 1,500,000 and 1,310,000 common shares respectively. During the three and nine months ending September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, the Company had 0 Series A Preferred and 0 Series B Preferred shares issued and outstanding and 3,000,000 Series A Preferred and 3,275,000 Series B Preferred shares issued and outstanding, respectively. (See Note 10).
Segment reporting
The Company uses “the management approach” in determining reportable operating segments. The management approach considers the internal organization and reporting used by the Company’s chief operating decision maker for making operating decisions and assessing performance as the source for determining the Company’s reportable segments. The Company’s chief operating decision maker is the chief executive officer of the Company, who reviews operating results to make decisions about allocating resources and assessing performance for the entire Company. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company operated inthree reportable business segments which consisted of (1) the business of Safe-Pro USA, (2) the business of Airborne Response, and (3) the business of Safe Pro AI. The Company’s reportable segments are strategic business units that offer different products. They are managed separately based on the fundamental differences in their operations and locations.
Leases
The Company accounts for its leases using the method prescribed by ASC 842 –*Lease Accounting.*The Company assess whether the contract is, or contains, a lease at the inception of a contract which is based on (i) whether the contract involves the use of a distinct identified asset, (ii) whether the Company obtains the right to substantially all the economic benefit from the use of the asset throughout the period, and (iii) whether the Company has the right to direct the use of the asset. The Company allocates the consideration in the contract to each lease component based on its relative stand-alone price to determine the lease payments. The Company has elected not to recognize right-of-use (“ROU”) assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases that have a term of 12 months or less.
Operating and financing lease ROU assets represents the right to use the leased asset for the lease term. Operating and financing lease liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term at the commencement date. As most leases do not provide an implicit rate, the Company uses an incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at the adoption date in determining the present value of future payments. Lease expense for minimum lease payments is amortized on a straight-line basis over the lease term and is included in general and administrative expenses in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
Recent accounting pronouncements
In August 2020, FASB issued ASU 2020-06,Debt — Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging — Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40), (“ASU 2020-06”) to simplify accounting for certain financial instruments. ASU 2020-06 eliminates the current models that require separation of beneficial conversion and cash conversion features from convertible instruments and simplifies the derivative scope exception guidance pertaining to equity classification of contracts in an entity’s own equity. The new standard also introduces additional disclosures for convertible debt and freestanding instruments that are indexed to and settled in an entity’s own equity. ASU 2020-06 amends the diluted earnings per share guidance, including the requirement to use the if-converted method for all convertible instruments. ASU 2020-06 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, including interim periods within those fiscal years, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of ASU 2020-06 on January 1, 2024 had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements
Other accounting standards that have been issued or proposed by FASB that do not require adoption until a future date are not expected to have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements upon adoption. The Company does not discuss recent pronouncements that are not anticipated to have an impact on or are unrelated to its financial condition, results of operations, cash flows or disclosures.
NOTE 3 –ACQUISITION
Safe Pro AI
On March 9, 2023 (the “Closing Date” and measurement date), the Company entered into and closed on a Share Exchange Agreement (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) with (i) Safe Pro AI and (ii) the members of Safe Pro AI. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, the Company acquired 100% of the member interests of Safe Pro AI in exchange for 281,250 shares of the Company’s common stock, which 70,312 shares vested on September 9, 2023 and remaining shares were to vest as follows:70,314 shares twelve-month anniversary of the Closing Date,70,312 on the eighteen-month anniversary of the Closing Date, and 70,312 shares on the twenty-four-month anniversary of the Closing Date. On December 31, 2023, the Company’s board of directors approved the vesting of the remaining 210,938 shares. Safe Pro AI owns certain software technologies that enables the rapid, automated processing of aerial and ground-based imagery making it an ideal solution for a number of applications including demining and in law enforcement and security. These shares were valued at $545,625, or $1.94 per share, on the measurement date based on recent sales of units of common stock and warrants. Other than owning certain technologies, Safe Pro AI had no operations or no employees and was not considered a business. Pursuant to ASU 2017-01 and ASC 805, the Company analyzed the Exchange Agreement and the business of Safe Pro AI to determine if the Company acquired a business or acquired assets. Based on this analysis, it was determined that the Company acquired an asset. No goodwill was recorded since the Exchange Agreement was accounted for as an asset purchase. In accordance with ASC 805, the fair value of the assets acquired is based on either the fair value of the consideration given or the fair value of the assets acquired, whichever is more clearly evident, and thus, more reliably measurable. The Company used the fair value of the 281,250 common shares issued of $545,625 as the fair value of the assets acquired since this value was more clearly evident, and thus, more reliable measurable than the fair value of the software acquired. This acquisition was treated as an asset acquisition under ASC 805 “Business Combinations” since Safe Pro AI did not meet the definition of a business under ASC 805. ACS 805 requires the use of the relative fair value method for asset acquisitions to allocate the purchase price, however, since only a single software asset was acquired, the entire purchase price was allocated to this asset.
NOTE 4 –ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES
Accounts receivable
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, accounts receivable consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Accounts receivable | $221,470 | $163,329 |
| Less: allowance for doubtful accounts | - | - |
| Accounts receivable, net | $221,470 | $163,329 |
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company recorded $0 bad debt expense related to accounts receivable, respectively.
Performance bond receivable
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, other receivables consisted solely of performance bond receivables as follows:
| September 30, 2024 · December 31, 2023 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other receivables | $142,526 | $142,526 | ||
| Less: allowance for doubtful other receivables | (142,526) | (142,526) | ||
| Other receivables, net | $ | - | $ | - |
In relation to Safe-Pro USA’s historically significant customer, Safe-Pro USA was required to obtain a Performance Guarantee (PG) at a bank designated by the customer. The amount of each separate Performance Guarantee is 10% of the CFR (Cost and Freight) value of the contract in US Dollars. The Performance Guarantee was required to be submitted prior to the Contract being executed. In case of the supplier’s failure to fulfill the contractual obligations as per the terms of the contract, the Performance Guarantee may be forfeited. Upon certain conditions being met, the Company would be entitled to reimbursement from the Performance Guarantee being held. The Company has yet to receive any receipts from their performance bonds being held at the designated bank. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the total amount of the performance bond receivables outstanding is $142,526 and $142,526, respectively, which expire on various dates through December 2024. Prior to June 7, 2022, the Company has elected to write down the performance bond receivable since collectability is not probable and accordingly, the performance bond receivable is fully reserved.
NOTE 5 –INVENTORY
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, inventories consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Raw materials | $248,241 | $253,737 |
| Work in process | 104,859 | 93,532 |
| Finished goods | 22,174 | 11,890 |
| Less reserve for obsolete inventory | - | - |
| Total | $375,274 | $359,159 |
NOTE 6 –PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, property and equipment consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing equipment | $340,009 | $340,009 |
| Drones and related equipment | 115,423 | 61,622 |
| Furniture, fixtures and office equipment | 7,329 | 7,329 |
| Property and equipment, gross | 462,762 | 408,960 |
| Less accumulated depreciation | (138,928) | (88,032) |
| Total | $323,834 | $320,928 |
For the three and nine months ending September 30, 2024, depreciation expense amounted to $18,224 and $50,896, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, depreciation expense amounted to $14,531 and $42,623, respectively.
NOTE 7 –INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL
Intangible assets
As a result of the acquisition of Safe Pro AI on March 9, 2023, there was a $545,625 increase in the gross intangible assets made up of $545,625 of finite lived intangible assets, consisting of a single software asset, SpotlightAI™. Spotlight AI detects threats from drone imagery, relaying precise GPS location and actionable reporting information to decision makers and ground personnel. The Company intends to utilize its AI, ML and computer vision technology to create and analyze large datasets. The Company’s technology is being used in the field by the Ukrainian government, as well as several humanitarian aid organizations.
On June 30, 2024, the Company capitalized $172,596 of its direct costs. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company has $682,310 of finite lived intangible assets, net.
As of September 30, 2024, intangible assets subject to amortization consisted of the following:
| Amortization period (years) | Gross Amount | Accumulated Amortization | Net finite intangible assets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customer relationships | 5 | $388,000 | $(164,399) | $223,601 |
| Contractual employment agreements | 3 | 310,000 | (227,758) | 82,242 |
| Acquired capitalized internal-use software development costs | 5 | 718,221 | (35,911) | 682,310 |
| $1,416,221 | $(428,068) | $988,153 | ||
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, amortization of intangible assets amounted to $81,352 and $171,735, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, amortization of intangible assets amounted to $45,234 and $106,399, respectively.
As of December 31, 2023, intangible assets subject to amortization consisted of the following:
| Amortization period (years) | Gross Amount | Accumulated Amortization | Net finite intangible assets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customer relationships | 5 | $388,000 | $(106,145) | $281,855 |
| Contractual employment agreements | 3 | 310,000 | (150,188) | 159,812 |
| Acquired capitalized internal-use software development costs | 5 | 545,625 | - | 545,625 |
| $1,243,625 | $(256,333) | $987,292 | ||
Goodwill
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, goodwill consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Safe-Pro USA | $518,255 | $518,255 |
| Airborne Response | 166,612 | 166,612 |
| Total goodwill | $684,867 | $684,867 |
Amortization of intangible assets with finite lives attributable to future periods is as follows:
| Year ending September 30: | Amount |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $81,144 |
| 2026 | 277,653 |
| 2027 | 221,244 |
| 2028 | 192,645 |
| 2029 and after | 215,467 |
| Total | $988,153 |
NOTE 8 –NOTE PAYABLE
On September 30, 2020, Safe-Pro USA entered into a Loan and Authorization Agreement (the “SBA COVID-19 EIDL Loan”) with respect to a loan of $146,000 from the U.S. Small Business Administration (the “SBA”). Initially, the SBA COVID 19 EIDL Loan was due in monthly installment payments, including principal and interest, of $712, beginning 12 months from the date of the promissory Note. Subsequently, through several loan payment deferrals, the SBA deferred the first payment due from 12 months from the date of the promissory note to 30 months from the date of the Note. The balance of principal and interest will be payable 30 years from the date of the promissory Note, or July 1, 2050. Interest shall accrue at the rate of 3.75% per annum and will accrue only on funds advanced from the date(s) of each advance. Each payment will be applied first to interest accrued to the date of receipt of each payment, and the balance, if any, will be applied to principal balance. In January 2023, Safe-Pro USA began paying monthly interest payments of $712. The SBA Loan is secured by a continuing security interest in and to any and all “Collateral” as described in the SBA COVID-19 EIDL Loan, including all Safe Pro USA’s tangible and intangible personal property, including, but not limited to inventory, equipment, accounts receivable, and deposit accounts. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, accrued interest related to this note amounted to $4,110 and $8,281, respectively, and is included in accrued expenses on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets.
On June 17, 2024, the Company entered into a promissory note with an investor for $110,000. On July 11, 2024, the Company entered into a promissory note with an investor for $110,000. On July 17, 2024, the Company entered into an additional promissory note with an investor for $16,500. Each Note bears interest at 8% per annum and is due on the earlier of August 31, 2024 or 5 business days after the Company’s IPO. The Notes were repaid on August 30, 2024.
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, note payable consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Notes payable | $146,000 | $146,000 |
| Less: current portion of notes payable | - | - |
| Notes payable – long-term | $146,000 | $146,000 |
The following schedule provides minimum future note payable principal payments required during future periods:
| Year ending September 30: | Amount |
|---|---|
| 2025 · $ · - | |
| 2026 | 1,749 |
| 2027 | 3,189 |
| 2028 | 3,311 |
| 2029 | 3,437 |
| 2030 | 3,568 |
| Thereafter | 130,746 |
| Total note payable | $146,000 |
NOTE 9 –CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE
On December 27, 2023, the Company entered into convertible debt agreements with an investor pursuant to which the Company issued and sold to the Investor (i) a convertible note in the principal amount of $475,000 (the “December 2023 Convertible Note”) and (ii) three-year warrants to purchase up to 148,438 shares of the Company’s common stock at an initial exercise price of $1.00, subject to adjustment (the December 2023 Warrants”). The Company received net proceeds of $475,000. The December 2023 Convertible Note matures 12 months after issuance and bears interest at a rate of 15% per annum. Upon default, the interest rate shall be 18%. At any time on or before the Maturity Date of December 27, 2024, the investor may convert any outstanding and unpaid principal portion and accrued and unpaid interest of the December 2023 Convertible Note into shares of the Company’s common stock at the conversion price of $3.20 per share (“Conversion Price”), subject to adjustment, as provided in agreement, including price protection. If at any time the December 2023 Convertible Note is outstanding the Company shall offer, issue or agree to issue any common stock or securities convertible into or exercisable for shares of common stock to any person or entity at a price per share or conversion or exercise price per share which shall be less than the then applicable Conversion Price, without the consent of the Investor, except with respect to Excepted Issuances, as defined, then the Company shall issue, for each such occasion, additional shares of Common Stock to each Investor so that the average per share purchase price of the shares of common stock issued to the investor (for only conversion shares still owned by the investor) is equal to such other lower price per share and the Conversion Price shall automatically be reduced to such other lower price per share. Should the price of the Company’s common stock upon the Company’s IPO be less than $5.00 per share, then for any amounts the Investor converted prior to IPO Date, the Company shall issue to the Investor that number of Shares so that the value of the Conversion Shares on the IPO Date shall have a value equal to $5.00 per share. As the price of the common stock in the Company’s IPO was $5.00, no additional shares were issued. For any amounts the Investor has not converted prior to IPO Date, the Conversion Price shall be reduced proportionally to the IPO price.
The 148,438 December 2023 Warrants were valued at $184,063, or $1.24, and using the relative fair value method, the Company recorded as a debt discount of $132,658 to be amortized over the life of the December 2023 Convertible Note. The December 2023 Warrants were valued on the grant date using a Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: risk-free interest rate of 2.91%, expected dividend yield of 0%, expected option term ofthree years, and expected volatility of 70.0% based on the calculated volatility of comparable companies.
During March 2024, the Company entered into convertible debt agreements with investors pursuant to which the Company issued and sold to the Investors (i) convertible notes in the principal amount of $275,001 (the March 2024 Convertible Notes”) and (ii)three-year warrants to purchase up to 85,938 shares of the Company’s common stock at an initial exercise price of $1.00, subject to adjustment (the “March 2024 Warrants”). The Company received net proceeds of $275,001. The March 2024 Convertible Notes mature 12 months after issuance and bear interest at a rate of 15% per annum. Upon default, the interest rate shall be 18%. At any time on or before the Maturity Date of March 2025, the investors may convert any outstanding and unpaid principal portion and accrued and unpaid Interest of the March 2024 Convertible Notes into shares of the Company’s common stock at the conversion price of $3.20 per share, subject to adjustment, as provided in agreement, including price protection. If at any time the March 2024 Convertible Notes are outstanding the Company shall offer, issue or agree to issue any common stock or securities convertible into or exercisable for shares of common stock to any person or entity at a price per share or conversion or exercise price per share which shall be less than the then applicable Conversion Price, without the consent of the Investors, except with respect to Excepted Issuances, as defined, then the Company shall issue, for each such occasion, additional shares of Common Stock to each Investor so that the average per share purchase price of the shares of common stock issued to the investor (for only conversion shares still owned by the investor) is equal to such other lower price per share and the Conversion Price shall automatically be reduced to such other lower price per share. Should the price ofthe Company’s common stock upon the Company’s IPO be less than $5.00 per share then for any amounts the Investors converted prior to IPO Date, the Company shall issue to the Investors that number of Shares so that the value of the Conversion Shares on the IPO Date shall have a value equal to $5.00 per share. As the price of the common stock in the Company’s IPO was $5.00, no additional shares were issued. For any amounts the Investor has not converted prior to IPO Date, the Conversion Price shall be reduced proportionally to the IPO price.
The 85,938 March 2024 Warrants were valued at $106,563, or $1.24, and using the relative fair value method, the Company recorded as debt discount of $76,802 to be amortized over the life of the March 2024 Convertible Notes. The March 2024 Warrants were valued on the grant date using a Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: risk-free interest rate of 2.91%, expected dividend yield of 0%, expected option term ofthree years, and expected volatility of 70.0% based on the calculated volatility of comparable companies.
The December 2023 Convertible Note, March 2024 Convertible Notes, December 2023 Warrants, and March 2024 Warrants contain conversion limitations providing that a holder thereof may not convert the Notes or exercise the Warrants to the extent (but only to the extent) that, if after giving effect to such conversion, the holder or any of its affiliates would beneficially own in excess of 4.9% of the outstanding shares of the Company’s common stock immediately after giving effect to such conversion or exercise.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, amortization of debt discount, which is reflected in interest expense on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations, amounted to $119,000 and $208,006, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company didnot record any amortization of debt discount.
On August 27, 2024, the December 2023 Convertible Note and March 2024 Convertible Notes with principal balances of $750,001 and accrued interest payable of $58,531 were converted into 252,666 common shares of the Company pursuant to contractual conversion terms (See Note 16).
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, convertible notes payable consisted of the following:
| September 30, 2024 · December 31, 2023 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible notes payable | $ | - | $475,000 | |
| Less: debt discount | - | (131,204) | ||
| Convertible notes payable, net | - | 343,796 | ||
| Less: current portion of convertible notes payable | - | (343,796) | ||
| Convertible notes payable – long-term | $ | - | $ | - |
NOTE 10 –STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Preferred Stock
Series A Preferred Stock
On June 7, 2022, the Company’s board of directors approved an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation to designate a series of preferred stock, the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Series A Preferred”). The Series A Preferred Certificate of Designation became effective on January 20, 2023, with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware. The Certificate of Designations established 3,000,000 shares of the Series A Preferred, par value $0.0001, having such designations, preferences, and rights as determined by the Company’s Board of Directors in its sole discretion, in accordance with the Company’s Articles of Incorporation and Amended and Restated Bylaws.
Each share of Series A Preferred has an initial stated value of $10.00 per share. On August 28, 2023, the Company amended its Series A Preferred Certificate of Designation to amend the Series A Stated Value to $2.50 per share (the “Series A Stated Value”).
The holders of the Series A Preferred Stock shall have conversion rights as follows. Each share of Series A Preferred is convertible into the number of common shares equal to the Series A Stated Value divided by the Fair Market Value of the common stock. The Series A Stated Value is $2.50 per share and the Fair Market Value is equal to the average of the closing price for the Company’s common stock on a National Market Exchange, for the 20 trading days prior to conversion or in the case of an initial public offering the initial listing price which is $5.00 per share. Series A Preferred has voting rights equal to the number of common shares into which it may convert. The conversion rights of Preferred Series A were contingent upon the Company’s completion of the initial public offering and/or listing on a National Market Exchange.
The holders of the Series A Preferred shall be entitled to any dividend that is payable to the holders of the Company’s common stock. The holders of the Series A Preferred then outstanding shall first receive, or simultaneously receive, a dividend on each outstanding share of Series A Preferred in an amount at least equal to (i) in the case of a dividend on common stock or any class or series that is convertible into common stock, that dividend per Share of Series A Preferred as would equal the product of (A) the dividend payable on each share of such class or series determined, if applicable, as if all shares of such class or series had been converted into common stock and (B) the number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of a share of Series A Preferred, in each case calculated on the record date for determination of holders entitled to receive such dividend.
In the event of any voluntary or involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, each share of Series A Preferred shall automatically be converted into shares of the Company’s common stock at the then applicable conversion rate determined in accordance with the Series A Preferred Certificate of Designation. In the case of a Deemed Liquidation Event, as defined in the Certificate of Designation, each share of Series A Preferred shall automatically be converted into shares of common stock at the then applicable conversion rate, except that the Series A Conversion Price was equal to the per share Series A Stated Value, as amended.
The Series A Preferred contains certain protection provisions, as defined.
In any matter presented to the shareholders of the Company for their action or consideration at any meeting of shareholders of the Company (or by written consent of shareholders in lieu of meeting), each holder of outstanding shares of Series A Preferred shall be entitled to cast the number of votes equal to the number of whole shares of common stock into which the shares of Series A Preferred held by such holder are convertible as of the record date for determining shareholders entitled to vote on such matter. Except as provided by law or by the other provisions of the Articles of Incorporation, holders of Series A Preferred shall vote together with the holders of common stock as a single class.
The Series A Preferred were evaluated to determine whether temporary or permanent equity classification on the consolidated balance sheet was appropriate. As per the terms of the Series A Preferred Certificate of Designation, Series A Preferred is not redeemable for cash. As such, the Series A Preferred is classified as permanent equity. The Company concluded that the conversion rights under the Series A Preferred were clearly and closely related to the equity host instrument. Accordingly, the conversion rights feature on the Series A Preferred were not considered an embedded derivative that required bifurcation.
On June 7, 2022, in connection with the acquisition of 100% of the Safe-Pro USA, the Company issued 3,000,000 shares of Series A preferred stock.
On August 28, 2024, in conjunction with the Company’s initial public offering, the Series A Preferred shares were converted into 1,500,000 shares of common stock.
Series B Preferred Stock
On August 29, 2022, the Company’s board of directors approved an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation to designate a series of preferred stock, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock (the “Series B Preferred”). The Series B Preferred Certificate of Designation became effective on January 30, 2023, with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware. The Series B Preferred Certificate of Designations established 3,275,000 shares of the Series B Preferred, par value $0.0001, having such designations, preferences, and rights as determined by the Company’s Board of Directors in its sole discretion, in accordance with the Company’s Articles of Incorporation and Amended and Restated Bylaws.
Each share of Series B Preferred shall have a stated value of $2.00 per share (the “Series B Stated Value”).
The holders of the Series B Preferred Stock shall have conversion rights as follows. Each share is convertible into that number of common shares equal to the Series B Stated Value divided by the Fair Market Value of the common stock. The Series B Stated Value is $2.00 per share and the Fair Market Value is equal to the average of the closing price for the Company’s common stock, a National Market Exchange, for the 20 trading days prior to conversion or in the case of an initial public offering the initial listing price. The Series B Preferred has voting rights equal to the number of common shares into which it may convert. The conversion rights of Series B Preferred are contingent upon the Company’s completion of the initial public offering and/or listing on a National Market Exchange.
The holders of the Series B Preferred shall be entitled to any dividend that is payable to the holders of the Company’s common stock. The holders of the Series B Preferred then outstanding shall first receive, or simultaneously receive, a dividend on each outstanding share of Series B Preferred in an amount at least equal to (i) in the case of a dividend on common stock or any class or series that is convertible into common stock, that dividend per Share of Series B Preferred as would equal the product of (A) the dividend payable on each share of such class or series determined, if applicable, as if all shares of such class or series had been converted into common stock and (B) the number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of a share of Series A Preferred, in each case calculated on the record date for determination of holders entitled to receive such dividend.
In the event of any voluntary or involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, each share of Series B Preferred shall automatically be converted into shares of the Company’s common stock at the then applicable conversion rate determined in accordance with the Series B Preferred Certificate of Designation. In the case of a Deemed Liquidation Event, as defined in the Certificate of Designation, each share of Series B Preferred shall automatically be converted into shares of common stock at the Series B Conversion Price equal to $2.00 per share.
In any matter presented to the shareholders of the Company for their action or consideration at any meeting of shareholders of the Company (or by written consent of shareholders in lieu of meeting), each holder of outstanding shares of Series B Preferred shall be entitled to cast the number of votes equal to the number of whole shares of common stock into which the shares of Series B Preferred held by such holder are convertible as of the record date for determining shareholders entitled to vote on such matter. Except as provided by law or by the other provisions of the Articles of Incorporation, holders of Series B Preferred shall vote together with the holders of common stock as a single class.
The Series B Preferred also contains certain protection provisions, as defined.
The Series B Preferred were evaluated to determine whether temporary or permanent equity classification on the consolidated balance sheet was appropriate. As per the terms of the Series B Preferred Certificate of Designation, Series B Preferred is not redeemable for cash. As such, the Series B Preferred is classified as permanent equity. The Company concluded that the conversion rights under the Series B Preferred were clearly and closely related to the equity host instrument. Accordingly, the conversion rights feature on the Series B Preferred were not considered an embedded derivative that required bifurcation.
On August 29, 2022, in connection with the acquisition of 100% of Airborne Response, the Company issued 3,275,000 share of Series B preferred stock.
On August 27, 2024, in conjunction with the Company’s initial public offering, the Series B Preferred shares were converted into 1,310,000 shares of common stock.
NOTES TO SAFE PRO GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Common Stock
On August 29, 2024, the Company consummated its initial public offering (“IPO”),1,020,000 shares of common stock were offered at $5.00 per share, pursuant to the Company’s registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-280599), as amended (the “Registration Statement”).
Common stock issued for stock based compensation
On January 9, 2024, the Company issued 50,000 restricted common shares to a director for services rendered pursuant to a board of directors’ agreement (See Note 11). The Company valued these common shares at the fair value of $98,000, or $1.96 per share based on sales of common stock units in recent private placements.
On June 24, 2024, the Company issued 180,000 restricted common shares to consultants for services rendered. The Company valued these common shares at $450,000 or $2.50 per share based on sales of common stock units in recent private placements.
On August 29, 2024, the Company issued 80,000 restricted common shares to consultants for services rendered. The Company valued these common shares at $400,000 or $5.00 per share based on the initial listing price for its public offering.
Additionally, on August 29, 2024, the Company issued 270,000 restricted common shares to Daniyel Erdberg,80,000 restricted common shares to Theresa Carlise and 50,000 restricted common shares to an Employee. The Company valued these common shares at $2,000,000 or $5.00 per share based on the initial listing price for its public offering
In connection with these shares, during the three and nine months ending September 30, 2024, the Company recorded stock-based professional fees of $400,000 and $948,000, respectively.
On June 22, 2023, the Company issued 30,000 fully vested restricted common shares pursuant to an employment agreement with Theresa Carlise. The Company valued these common shares at the fair value of $58,200, or $1.94 per share based on sales of common stock units in recent private placements.
Common stock issued for asset acquisition
On March 9, 2023, the Company entered into and closed on a Share Exchange Agreement (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) with (i) Safe Pro AI and (ii) the members of Safe Pro AI. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement, the Company acquired 100% of the member interests of Safe Pro AI in exchange for 281,250 shares of the Company’s common stock, These shares were valued at $545,625, or $1.94 per share, on the measurement date based on recent sales of units of common stock and warrants, and the acquired asset was recorded as an intangible asset on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets (See Note 3).
Common stock and warrants issued for cash
For the three months ending September 30, 2024, the Company issued 0 common shares for cash. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company completed a private placement of (i)51,249 Units for aggregate proceeds of $163,997, or $3.20 per Unit. Each Unit consisted of one share of common stock and one common stock purchase warrant of the Company. Each warrant entitles the holder thereof to acquire one share of common stock of the Company for a price of $1.00 for a period of 3 years from the date of issuance and (ii)101,564 Units for aggregate proceeds of $325,004, or $3.20 per Unit. Each Unit consisted of one share of common stock and one common stock purchase warrant of the Company. Each warrant entitles the holder thereof to acquire one share of common stock of the Company for a price of $3.20, for a period of 3 years from the date of issuance.
NOTES TO SAFE PRO GROUP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
For the three and nine months ending September 30, 2023, the Company completed private placements of 186,328 and 309,141 Units, respectively, for aggregate proceeds of $596,250 and $989,251, respectively, or $3.20 per Unit. Each Unit consisted of one share of common stock and one common stock purchase warrant of the Company. Each warrant entitles the holder thereof to acquire one share of common stock of the Company for a price of $3.20 for a period of 3 years from the date of issuance.
Representative warrants
In connection with the IPO, the Company entered into an underwriting agreement (the “Underwriting Agreement”) with Dawson James Securities, Inc., as representative of the underwriters listed on Schedule I thereto (the “Underwriters”). Pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement, the Company issued a common stock purchase warrant to the Underwriter for the purchase of 51,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $6.25, subject to adjustments (the “Warrant”). The Warrant will be exercisable at any time and from time to time, in whole or in part, during the period commencing on March 1, 2025 and ending on August 28, 2029 and may be exercised on a cashless basis under certain circumstances. The Warrant provides for registration rights (including piggyback rights) and customary anti-dilution provisions (for share dividends and splits and recapitalizations) and anti-dilution protection (adjustment in the price of the Warrant and the number of shares underlying the Warrant) resulting from corporate events (which would include dividends, reorganization, mergers and similar events). The Warrant and the common stock underlying the Warrant were registered as a part of the Registration Statement.
Warrants
A summary of the status of the Company’s total outstanding warrants and changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 are as follows:
| Number of Warrants | Weighted Average Exercise Price | Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term (Years) | Aggregate Intrinsic Value (1) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance Outstanding on December 31, 2023 | 611,017 | $1.00 | 2.5 | $574,356 |
| Issued | 289,751 | 2.70 | 3.0 | - |
| Balance Outstanding on September 30, 2024 | 900,768 | $1.55 | 2.1 | $1,211,261 |
| Exercisable, September 30, 2024 | 849,768 | $1.64 | 2.3 | $1,382,621 |
| (1) | The aggregate intrinsic value on September 30, 2024, was calculated based on Nasdaq’s market close on September 30, 2024 of $2.89 and the exercise price of the underlying warrants. The aggregate intrinsic value on December 31, 2023 was calculated based on the difference between the calculated fair value on December 31, 2023 of $1.94 and the exercise price of the underlying warrants. |
The Company determined that the warrants do not meet the definition of liability under FASB ASC Topic 480 and therefore classified the warrants as equity instruments.
Warrants issued for convertible debt
During March 2024, the Company entered into convertible note agreements with investors pursuant to which the Company issued and sold to the Investors (i) convertible notes in the principal amount of $275,001 and (ii) warrants to purchase up to 85,938 shares of the Company’s common stock at an initial exercise price of $1.00, subject to adjustment.
During December 2023, the Company entered into a convertible note agreement with an investor whereby the Company issued and sold to the Investor (i) convertible note in the principal amount of $475,000 and (ii) warrants to purchase up to 148,538 shares of the Company’s common stock at an initial exercise price of $1.00, subject to adjustment.
2022 Equity Incentive Plan
On July 1, 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized and adopted the 2022 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2022 Plan”) and reserved 5,000,000 shares of common stock for issuance thereunder. The 2022 Plan’s purpose is to encourage ownership in the Company by employees, officers, directors and consultants whose long-term service the Company considers essential to its continued progress and, thereby, encourage recipients to act in the stockholders’ interest and share in the Company’s success. The 2022 Plan provides for the issuance of incentive stock options, non-statutory stock options, restricted stock, restricted stock units (“RSUs”), and other stock-based awards. During the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022,595,000 and 830,000 of the Company’s common shares issued for services, as described above, were issued pursuant to the 2022 Plan, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024,710,000 of the Company’s common shares issued for services, as described above, were issued pursuant to the 2022 Plan. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company had 2,895,000 and 3,575,000 shares available for issuance under the 2022 Plan.
NOTE 11 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Legal matters
From time to time, the Company may be involved in litigation related to claims arising out of its operations in the normal course of business. As of September 30, 2024, the Company is not involved in any pending or threatened legal proceedings that it believes could reasonably be expected to have a material adverse effect on its financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.
Executive employment and consulting agreements
Daniyel Erdberg – Chief Executive Officer – Airborne Response Corp.
On March 21, 2022, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Airborne Response Corp. (“Airborne”), entered into a three-year Employment Agreement, (“Agreement”) with Daniyel Erdberg, that extends for successiveone-year renewal terms unless either party gives 30-days’ advance notice of non-renewal. Under the Agreement Mr. Erdberg will serve as Airborne’s Chief Executive Officer and will receive an annual base salary of $225,000 and participation in retirement and welfare benefits. At the discretion of the Board of Directors, a portion of the Base Salary may be accrued and at the election of the Employee be paid in common stock of the Company. The Agreement provides for a performance bonus based upon certain customer contracts of 15% in 2022;10% in 2023; and 5% in 2024 of the Contribution Margin provided by such contracts during the term of the Agreement. “Contribution Margin” shall mean net revenue from sales (gross revenue net of refunds or charge backs), less expenses related to the provision of services or equipment under the contract. During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, Airborne recorded performance bonuses to Mr. Erdberg of $13,575 and $79,031, respectively, which is included in salary, wages and payroll taxes on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Additionally, Mr. Erdberg shall be entitled to receive an annual cash bonus of an amount equal to up to 100% of his then-current Base Salary if the Company meets or exceeds criteria adopted by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. In the event of termination “without cause” or resignation with ‘good reason” (as defined within the Agreement), Mr. Erdberg shall receive one year base salary. During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, Mr. Erdberg agreed to forgive an aggregate salary of $105,000 and $105,866, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company accrued wages and other benefits due from this executive of $2,967, which is included in accrued compensation on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet. On August 29, 2024, this employment agreement was terminated pursuant to Mr. Erdberg’s employment agreement with Safe Pro Group, Inc. (see below).
Christopher Todd – Chief Operating Officer – Airborne Response Corp.
On March 21, 2022, Airborne entered into a three-year Employment Agreement, (“Agreement”) with Christopher Todd, that extends for successiveone-year renewal terms unless either party gives 30-days’ advance notice of non-renewal. Under the Agreement Mr. Todd will serve as Airborne’s Chief Operating Officer and will receive an annual base salary of $225,000 and participation in retirement and welfare benefits. At the discretion of the Board of Directors, a portion of the Base Salary may be accrued and at the election of the Employee be paid in common stock of the Company. The Agreement provides for a performance bonus based upon certain customer contracts of 20% in 2022;15% in 2023; and 10% in 2024 of the Contribution Margin provided by such contracts during the term of this Agreement. “Contribution Margin” shall mean net revenue from sales (gross revenue net of refunds or charge backs), less expenses related to the provision of services or equipment under the contract. During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, Airborne recorded performance bonuses to Mr. Todd of $20,363 and $105,374, respectively, which is included in salary, wages and payroll taxes on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Additionally, Mr. Todd shall be entitled to receive an annual cash bonus in an amount equal to up to 100% of his then-current Base Salary if the Company meets or exceeds criteria adopted by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. In the event of termination “without cause” or resignation with ‘good reason” (as defined within the Agreement), Mr. Todd shall receive one year base salary. During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, Mr. Todd agreed to forgive an aggregate salary and benefits of $105,000 and $116,107, respectively. As of September 30, 2024, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company accrued wages and benefits due to this executive of $11,580, which is included in accrued compensation on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
Pravin Borkar – Chief Technical Officer Safe Pro Group Inc and President – Safe-Pro USA LLC
On June 7, 2022, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Safe-Pro USA LLC. (“SPUSA”), entered into a three-year Employment Agreement, (“Agreement”) with Pravin Borkar, that extends for five additional terms ofone-year each, unless either party gives 30-days’ advance notice of non-renewal. Under the Agreement Mr. Borkar will serve as SPUSA’s President and Chief Technical Officer of Safe Pro Group Inc., (“Parent”). Mr. Borkar will receive an annual base salary of $225,000 with participation in retirement and welfare benefits of up to $1,500 per month for medical premiums, upon the date the Parent becomes effective on a national market system exchange. At the discretion of the Board of Directors, a portion of base salary may be accrued and at election of Mr. Borkar be paid in common stock of the Parent. Mr. Borkar shall be entitled to receive an annual cash bonus in an amount equal to up to 100% of his then-current Base Salary if the Company meets or exceeds criteria adopted by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. On August 26, 2023, pursuant to the Fourth Amendment to the Exchange Agreement, related to the acquisition of Safe-Pro USA, the Company agreed to pay Mr. Borkar, $120,000 annual base salary, retroactive to January 1, 2023. Additionally, on April 11, 2024, in connection with the fifth amendment to the Exchange Agreement, the Company agreed that if on or before March 31, 2026, the Company achieves $5,000,000 in revenue sourced by Pravin Borkar from the sale of Safe-Pro USA manufactured products, calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis (the “First Revenue Milestone”) the Parent shall issue to the selling members of Safe-Pro USA (the “Members”) a number of shares of Parent Common Stock equal to $1,250,000 (the “First Earnout Shares”), valued at the greater of opening price on the date the Parent’s common stock is listed for trading on a National Exchange and the closing price of such common stock on such National Exchange on the trading day immediately prior to the Company achieving the First Revenue Milestone. Additionally, if on or before March 31, 2026, upon the Company achieving $7,500,000 in revenue sourced by Pravin Borkar from the sale of Safe-Pro USA manufactured products, (the “Second Revenue Milestone”) calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, the Parent shall issue to the Members a number of shares of Parent Common Stock equal to $1,250,000 (the “Second Earnout Shares”), valued at the greater of opening price on the date the Parent’s common stock is listed for trading on a National Exchange and the closing price of such common stock on such National Exchange on the trading day immediately prior to the Company achieving the Second Revenue Milestone. The Second Earnout Shares shall be in addition to the First Earnout Shares. In addition, If on or before March 31, 2026, the Company achieves $5,000,000 in revenue sourced by sourced by Pravin Borkar from the sale of Safe-Pro USA manufactured products, calculated from August 26, 2023, forward, the Members will be entitled to a one-time payment in an amount equal to 10% of the net profits generated therefrom. The Company considered the Listing Shares to be compensatory in nature (See Note 3). The First Earnout Shares and the Second Earnout Shares (collectively the “Earnout Shares”) shall be accounted for pursuant to ASC 718 – Stock-based compensation. Pursuant to ASC 718, the value of the Earnout Shares shall be recognized upon a successful IPO and when the attainment the performance conditions is probable. (See Note 16 – Subsequent Events for additional amendment). As of September 30, 2024, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company accrued wages and benefits due to this executive of $14,547, which is included in accrued compensation on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
Anjali Borkar – Vice President of Operations of Safe-Pro USA
On June 7, 2022, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Safe-Pro USA entered into a three-year employment agreement, (“Agreement”) with Anjali Borkar, that extends for five additional terms of one-year each, unless either party gives 30-days’ advance notice of non-renewal. Under the Agreement Ms. Borkar will serve as Safe-Pro USA’s vice president of operations. Ms. Borkar will receive an annual base salary of $225,000 upon the date the Company becomes effective on a national market system exchange. Ms. Borkar shall be entitled to receive an annual cash bonus in an amount equal to up to 100% of her then-current Base Salary if the Company meets or exceeds criteria adopted by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. On August 26, 2023, pursuant to the Fourth Amendment to the Exchange Agreement, related to the acquisition of Safe-Pro USA, the Company agreed to pay Ms. Borkar, $120,000 annual base salary, retroactive to January 1, 2023. As of September 30, 2024, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company accrued wages and benefits due to this executive of $17,858, which is included in accrued compensation on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
Theresa Carlise – Chief Financial Officer – Safe Pro Group Inc.
On June 22, 2023, the Company entered into a one-year Employment Agreement, (“Agreement”) that extends for an additionalone-year renewal term unless either party gives 30-days’ advance notice of non-renewal, with Theresa Carlise. Under the Agreement, Ms. Carlise shall serve as Chief Financial Officer with annual base salary as follows (i) $5,000 per month from the Execution Date and for a period of nine months (the “Initial Payment Period”), which shall accrue monthly and be payable upon listing on Nasdaq or other National Market System exchange or at such time after the effective date hereof that the Company has raised at least $750,000, whichever is earlier, (ii) $10,000 per month beginning in the seventh month after the Execution Date (the “Second Payment Period”), payable on the Company’s regular payment schedule. (iii) $15,000 per month beginning the day after the Company is listed for trading on Nasdaq or other National Market System exchange. In addition to the Base Salary of $15,000, the Employee shall additionally be entitled to a car allowance of $600 per month and payment of 100% of her health insurance premium through the Company’s plan or if the Company does not have a plan, then up to $1,500 per month of the actual premium paid for private health insurance. On listing on Nasdaq or other National Market System exchange, the term of this agreement will automatically be amended to re-commence a new one-year term, from the listing date thereof. Upon execution of this agreement Ms. Carlise received 30,000 fully vested restricted shares of the Company.
On November 1, 2023, the Company entered into Amendment No. 1 to the June 22, 2023 Agreement. Section 4(a)(i) and Section 4(a)(ii) of the Employment Agreement, regarding Annual Base Salary is hereby amended to read as follows: “(i) $10,000 per month from the Execution Date and for a period of nine months (the “Initial Payment Period”), which shall accrue monthly and be payable upon listing on Nasdaq or other National Market System exchange, whichever is earlier, $10,000 per month beginning the earlier of January 22, 2024 or at such time after the effective date hereof that the Company has raised at least $750,000 (the “Second Payment Period”), be payable semimonthly less applicable taxes on the Company’s regular payroll processing schedule.”
On March 27, 2024, the Company and Ms. Carlise entered into Amendment No. 2 to the June 22, 2023 Agreement. On April 12, 2024, the Compensation and Nominating Committees of the Company’s Board of Directors and the Board of Directors approved the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement (“A&R Agreement’) for Theresa Carlise. The Nominating Committee appointed Ms. Carlise as Assistant Secretary, in addition to her current positions as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. The Compensation Committee approved the following: (i) the benefits provided within the Agreement, upon the listing on a National Market Exchange, were to be accrued from the effective date of June 22, 2023 forward, to include $600 monthly auto allowance and insurance premiums of $1,500 month, (ii) four weeks of PTO, of which unused portion will accrue into the following year, (iii) annual minimum increases to Base Salary between 10-20%, to be determined by the Compensation Committee and (iii) adjustment to the language in Other Tax Matters, Section 409A.
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company had accrued wages and benefits due to this executive of $0 and $73,904, respectively, which is included in accrued compensation on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
Daniyel Erdberg – Chief Executive Officer – Safe Pro Group Inc.
On November 1, 2023, the Company entered into a five-year Employment Agreement, (“Agreement”) with Mr. Erdberg, (“Executive”), which extends automatically for successive one-year renewal terms unless either party gives 90-days’ advance notice of non-renewal. Upon listing on Nasdaq or other National Market System exchange, the term of this agreement will automatically be amended to re-commence a new one-year term, from the listing date thereof.
Base Salary. During the first year of the Term, the Company shall pay to the Executive an annual salary of $360,000 (“Base Salary”). Thereafter, the Compensation Committee of the Board (the “Committee”) shall consider increases in Base Salary for subsequent years in connection with performance and a review of compensation provided at peer companies, which companies shall be subject to review on a continuing basis (the “Peer Group”), taking into account Company and individual performance objectives; provided, however, that Base Salary shall be increased as of each anniversary of the Effective Date by a minimum of the greater of five percent or the annual increase in the Federal Consumer Price Index. Executive’s Base Salary shall not be decreased (including after any increases pursuant to this Section 3(a)) without Executive’s written consent. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Base Salary shall be accrued on the books of the Company until such time that the Board determines that the Company has sufficient capital to begin paying the Base Salary monthly in cash. At such time any accrued and unpaid Base Salary shall be paid over a six-month period, or at the election of the Executive in shares of the Company’s common stock at the then current market price. Additionally, upon the commencement of cash payments of the Base Salary to the Executive, the Executive’s employment agreement with Airborne Response, shall be terminated by the mutual agreement of the Executive and Airborne Response, with any accrued and unpaid salary to be paid to Executive at that time.
Additional Benefits. Certain other employee benefits and perquisites, including reimbursement of necessary and reasonable travel and participation in retirement and welfare benefits, and a car allowance of $1,000 per month. If the Company does not provide health insurance or the Executive is covered under a different policy, the Company shall reimburse Executive up to $3,500 per month for health insurance coverage, which may be accrued at the option of the Board and which may be paid in shares of the Company’s common stock at the option of the Employee.
Long-term incentive award.During the Term, the Executive shall have anannual target long-term incentive award opportunity of 300% of one year’s Base Salary. The Committee will award the Executive’s long-term incentive award based on an evaluation of performance and Peer Group compensation practices, taking into account Company and individual performance objectives. In its sole discretion, the Committee may award a long-term incentive award in excess of the target long-term incentive award opportunity. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Committee may grant a special long-term incentive award at any time. Long-term incentive awards not granted under the 2022 Safe Pro Group Equity Incentive Plan (collectively with any successor plan thereto, the “Equity Incentive Plan”) shall be deemed “earned” if Executive is employed on the last day of the applicable performance period and shall be paid no later than March 15th of the year immediately following the year in which the applicable performance period expired. Awards granted under the Equity incentive Plan shall be subject to the terms and conditions of such a plan and the award agreement.
Annual Target Cash Bonus Opportunity. During the Term, Mr. Erdberg shall have anannual target cash bonus opportunity of 100% of one year’s Base Salary with a minimum guaranteed annual cash bonus of 25% of one year’s Base Salary. The Committee shall award the Executive’s annual cash bonus based on an evaluation of performance and Peer Group compensation practices, taking into account Company and individual performance objectives. In its sole discretion, the Committee may award an annual cash bonus in excess of the annual cash bonus opportunity. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Committee may grant a special bonus at any time. Annual cash bonuses shall be deemed “earned” if Executive is employed on the last day of the year to which the bonus relates and shall be paid no later than March 15th of the year immediately following the year to which the annual bonus relates.
Adjusted EBITDA Milestone Equity Award. In addition to the bonus awards set forth above, the Executive shall be entitled to the bonus awards as follows; for each calendar year during the Term, in which the Company achieves the adjusted EBITDA. For the purposes hereof “Adjusted EBITDA” shall mean Earnings before payment of interest, taxes, depreciation or amortization and shall not include unrealized gains or losses, non-cash expenses, gains or losses on foreign exchange, goodwill impairments, non-operating income, and share-based compensation. See table below.
Market Cap Milestone Performance Award. Upon the Company meeting the Market Cap Milestones listed below and maintaining such market cap for a period of 22 consecutive trading days, the Executive will be awarded that number of shares set forth in the as referenced in the table below and shall be based upon the value of all shares issued and outstanding during the period as used in the Basic” earnings per share calculation.
| Adjusted EBITDA Milestones | Bonus Awards Shares | Market Cap Milestones | Bonus Awards Shares |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | 100,000 | $30,000,000 | 200,000 |
| $1,000,000 | 200,000 | $40,000,000 | 200,000 |
| $2,000,000 | 225,000 | $60,000,000 | 200,000 |
| $4,000,000 | 237,500 | $80,000,000 | 200,000 |
| $5,000,000 | 237,500 | - | - |
National Security Exchange Registration Equity Award. Upon the Company going public on a National Securities Exchange, the Executive will be entitled to an award of 450,000 shares of common stock. On June 17, 2024, Mr. Erdberg, requested that the bonus of 450,000 common shares, earned upon going public be reduced by 180,000 shares to allow for the award of shares to others within in Company.
Significant Transaction Bonus. Upon the Company closing a Significant Transaction, as defined below, the Executive shall be granted that number of shares of common stock or a new series of preferred shares of the Company that is convertible into common stock of the Company equal to 5% of the of the value of all of the consideration, including any stock, cash or debt, of such completed transaction. The Executive can earn this grant of stock for each Significant Transaction closed by the Company during the Term of this Agreement. “Significant Transaction” shall mean the Company closing a financing for at least $500,000, not including the Company’s initial public offering, or the closing of an acquisition with a valuation (determined by the value of the consideration paid by the Company) of not less than $1,000,000.
As of December 31, 2023, in connection with this employment agreement, the Company accrued wages and other benefits due to this executive of $69,000, of which $60,000 is included in accrued compensation and $9,000 is included in accrued expenses on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
Director agreements
On May 4, 2022, the Company entered into Letter Agreements with three Directors of the Company. For services to be performed, the Company agrees to pay each director an annual fee of $48,000 payable in equal monthly installments commencing upon listing on a national exchange. Additionally, the Company granted each director 50,000 common shares of the Company. Pursuant to the Letter Agreement, as amended, the vesting of these common shares was contingent upon an IPO event of the Company occurring. Since these common shares were contingent on the occurrence of an event for which probability could not be determined, no compensation cost would be recognized related to these common shares until the occurrence of the IPO event. In September 2022, the Company cancelled the letter agreement with one of these directors and 25,000 of his 50,000 common shares were cancelled. On November 1, 2023, the Company’s board of directors approved the vesting of an aggregate of 125,000 of these shares and recognized stock-based compensation upon vesting.
On January 9, 2024, the Company entered into a Letter Agreement with a Director of the Company. For services to be performed, the Company agrees to pay this director an annual fee of $48,000 payable in equal monthly installments commencing upon listing on a national exchange. Additionally, the Company granted the director 50,000 vested common shares of the Company (See Note 10).
Product liability insurance
The Company’s subsidiary, Safe-Pro USA, carries a product liability policy that covers up to $2,000,000 of claims retroactive to June 26, 2020.
Contingent amounts due to related parties
As discussed in Note 13 – Related Party Transactions, the Company agreed to assume liability to the former members of Safe-Pro USA of $1,622,540 as of the Safe-Pro USA acquisition date. The amount due to the former members Safe-Pro USA was originally agreed to be $2,193,901, which was reduced to $1,622,540 to account for certain revenues not recognized since the performance obligation was not completed (See Note 2 – Revenue Recognition under Safe-Pro USA for the 20% performance obligation) and other holdbacks. On April 11, 2024, pursuant to the Fifth Amendment to Exchange Agreement, should the Company collect the 20% performance obligation in the future that the former members would be reimbursed this difference up to $571,361. In addition, pursuant to Amendment No. 5, all further payments due under this contingent obligation of $571,361, are to be paid from the proceeds of contracts and performance bonds, offset by certain costs associated with the contracts, from the customer the Bangladesh Ministry of Defense. Furthermore, the remaining balance of $384,900 due to related party (see Note 13) is only payable from proceeds related to contracts with the Bangladesh Ministry of Defense customer.
NOTE 12 –CONCENTRATIONS
Concentrations of credit risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentration of credit risk consist primarily of trade accounts receivable and cash deposits.
The Company’s cash is held at major commercial banks, which may at times exceed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) limit. In August 2024, the Company has entered into a deposit placement agreement for Insured Cash Sweep Service (“ICS”). This service is a secure, and convenient way to access FDIC protection on large deposits and earn a return. This service provides for deposits in excess of $250,000 to be distributed over multiple institutions, so that at any given time there are no sums in excess of FDIC insured levels. To date, the Company has not experienced any losses on its invested cash. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company had cash in bank in excess of FDIC insured levels of approximately $0 and $338,739, respectively.
Geographic concentrations of sales
The following table sets forth revenue as to each geographic location, for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023:
| September 30, 2024 · September 30, 2023 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | $420,942 | 32.9% | $ | - | |
| USA | 862,889 | 67.3% | 332,180 | 51.9% | |
| Asia & Pacific | (2,432) | (0.2)% | 307,882 | 48.1% | |
| $1,281,399 | $640,062 | ||||
The following table sets forth revenue as to each geographic location, for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023:
| September 30, 2024 · September 30, 2023 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | $4,375 | 1.3% | $ | - | |
| USA | 326,381 | 98.7% | 163,547 | 100.0% | |
| $330,756 | $163,547 | ||||
Customer concentration
For the three months ending September 30, 2024, two customers accounted for approximately 92.7% of total sales (Classic Custom 29.5% and Florida Power & Light 63.2%, respectively). For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, four customers accounted for approximately 95.2% of total sales (Classic Custom 23.8%, Mriya Aid 32.5%, Hialeah Gardens PD 12.2% and Florida Power & Light 26.7%, respectively).
For the three months ending September 30, 2023, two customers accounted for approximately 82.3% of total sales (Classic Custom 32.4% and Florida Power & Light 49.8%, respectively). For the nine months ending September 30, 2023, three customers accounted for approximately 80.6% of total sales (Classic Custom 22.9%, Bangladesh Ministry of Defense 48.1% and Security Pro 9.6%, respectively).
A reduction in sales from or the loss of such customers would have a material adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations and financial condition. On September 30, 2024, one customer accounted for 94.4% of the total accounts receivable. On December 31, 2023, two customers accounted for 92.6% of the total accounts receivable balance (44.7% and 47.9%, respectively). Sales of Airborne Response are primarily seasonal based on weather conditions or patterns.
Supplier concentration
Suppliers:
The following table sets forth information as to each supplier that accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s purchases for the nine months ending September 30, 2024 and 2023.
| September 30, 2024 · September 30, 2023 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minelab Electronics | $181,600 | 36.7% | $ | - | ||
| Mithix Pro | $66,198 | 13.4% | $ | - | ||
| Industries Bitossi Inc | $ | - | $67,631 | 23.4% | ||
The following table sets forth information as to each supplier that accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s purchases for the three months ending September 30, 2024 and 2023.
| September 30, 2024 · September 30, 2023 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix Space | $12,000 | 10.8% | $ | - | |
| Southeast Drone Technologies | $30,000 | 27.1% | $28,605 | 19.6% | |
The loss of these suppliers may have a material adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations and financial condition. However, the Company believes that, if necessary, alternate vendors could supply similar products in adequate quantities to avoid material disruptions to operations.
NOTE 13 –RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Due to related parties
In connection with the Acquisition of Safe-Pro USA, the Company agreed to assume a liability due to the former member of Safe-Pro USA, who is a current director of the Company, of $1,622,540. The Safe-Pro USA preacquisition members advanced funds to Safe-Pro USA for working capital purposes prior to the acquisition and during the 2024, 2023 and 2022 periods. Additionally, during 2024, 2023 and 2022, a company owned by the preacquisition members paid certain expenses and wages on behalf of the Company and was reimbursed for these expenses. These advances are non-interest bearing and are payable on demand but only from proceeds received from contracts the Bangladesh Ministry of Defense customer. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company repaid $20,654 of these advances and assumed liabilities. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company was advanced funds of $298,361 and repaid $793,458 of these advances and assumed liabilities. During the period from June 8, 2022 to December 31, 2022, the Company advanced funds of $93,003 and repaid $814,892 of these advances and assumed liabilities. On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, amounts due to the former member amounted to $384,900 and $405,554, respectively, which is included in due to related parties on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. See Note 11 – Contingencies for contingent amounts due to related parties.
Production expenses – related party
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company incurred production services from a company owned by the former member of Safe-Pro USA in the amount of $0 and $3,600, respectively, which is included in cost of sales on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
NOTE 14 –OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE (“ROU”) ASSETS AND OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES
On August 1, 2022, the Company entered into a 36-month lease agreement for the lease of office space under a non-cancelable operating lease through July 31, 2025. During the term of lease, the Company shall pay base rent of $2,704 from August 1, 2022 to July 1, 2023, with escalation of the base rent of 4% per year thereafter on the anniversary date of the lease. The Company is to pay the base rental rate plus common area assessments and sales tax for the lease payments. In connection with this lease, on August 1, 2022, the Company incurred right of use assets and lease liabilities of $92,509.
In July 2021, Safe-Pro USA entered into a 62-month lease agreement for the lease of office, manufacturing and warehouse space under a non-cancelable operating lease through September 30, 2026. During the term of lease, the Company shall pay base rent of $3,043 from August 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022, with escalation of the base rent of 4% per year thereafter on the anniversary date of the lease. The Company is to pay the base rental rate plus common area assessments and sales tax for the lease payments. Common area assessments and sales tax for the lease payments are expensed monthly as incurred. In connection with the Company’s acquisition of Safe-Pro USA, on June 7, 2022, the Company acquired right of use assets and assumed lease liabilities of $154,265 and $156,963, respectively.
In April 2024, Airborne Response entered into a 39-month lease agreement for the lease of a vehicle under a non-cancelable operating lease through July 2027. During the term of lease, the Company shall pay monthly payments of $296 from April 2024 to July 2027. In connection with the signing of the vehicle lease, the Company’s recorded a right of use assets and lease liabilities of $19,583 and $9,835, respectively.
In adopting ASC Topic 842, Leases (Topic 842) on January 1, 2022 the Company had elected the ‘package of practical expedients’, which permitted it not to reassess under the new standard its prior conclusions about lease identification, lease classification and initial direct costs (see Note 2). In addition, the Company elected not to apply ASC Topic 842 to arrangements with lease terms of 12 months or less. Upon signing of new leases for property and equipment, the Company analyzed the new leases and determined it is required to record a lease liability and a right of use asset on its consolidated balance sheets, at fair value.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, in connection with its property operating leases, the Company recorded rent expense of $22,395 and $69,100, respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the company recorded rent expense of $21,553 and $67,006, respectively, which is expensed during the period and included in general and administrative expenses on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
The significant assumption used to determine the present value of the lease liabilities on August 1, 2022 and June 7, 2022, and April 2024 was a discount rate ranging from 3.75%,6.0% and 7.5%, which was based on the Safe-Pro USA’s, the Company’s and Airborne Response estimated average incremental borrowing rate, respectively.
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, right-of-use asset (“ROU”) is summarized as follows:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Office lease right of use assets | $297,096 | $246,774 |
| Less: accumulated amortization | (176,836) | (93,370) |
| Balance of ROU assets | $120,260 | $153,404 |
On September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, operating lease liabilities related to the ROU assets are summarized as follows:
| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Lease liabilities related to office lease right of use assets | $117,830 | $159,634 |
| Less: current portion of lease liabilities | (69,974) | (68,522) |
| Lease liabilities – long-term | $47,406 | $91,112 |
On September 30, 2024, future minimum base lease payments due under non-cancelable operating leases are as follows:
| Year ending September 30, | Amount |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $70,727 |
| 2026 | 45,418 |
| 2027 | 2,071 |
| Total minimum non-cancellable operating lease payments | 118,216 |
| Less: discount to fair value | (836) |
| Total lease liabilities on September 30, 2024 | $117,830 |
NOTE 15 –SEGMENT REPORTING
During the three and nine months ending September 30, 2024 and 2023, the Company operated inthree reportable business segments which consisted of (1) the business of Safe-Pro USA, (2) the business of Airborne Response, and (3) the business of Safe Pro AI. The Company’s reportable segments are strategic business units that offer different products. They are managed separately based on the fundamental differences in their operations and locations.
Information with respect to these reportable business segments for the three and nine months ending September 30, 2024 and 2023 was as follows:
| For the Three Months Ended September 30, | For the Nine months Ended September 30, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | 2024 | 2023 | |
| Revenues: | ||||
| Safe-Pro USA | $98,637 | $58,590 | $751,031 | $519,728 |
| Airborne Response | 227,745 | 104,957 | 525,992 | 120,334 |
| Safe Pro AI | 4,375 | - | 4,375 | - |
| Revenues | 330,756 | 163,547 | 1,281,399 | 640,062 |
| Depreciation and amortization: | ||||
| Safe-Pro USA | 27,577 | 27,263 | 82,125 | 81,613 |
| Airborne Response | 35,001 | 32,205 | 102,705 | 95,824 |
| Safe Pro AI | 36,631 | - | 36,701 | - |
| Other (a) | 366 | 295 | 1,099 | 886 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 99,576 | 59,764 | 222,630 | 178,323 |
| Interest expense: | ||||
| Safe-Pro USA | 1,647 | 1,566 | 5,154 | 4,086 |
| Airborne Response | 587 | - | 587 | - |
| Safe Pro AI | - | - | - | - |
| Other (a) | 151,231 | - | 298,816 | - |
| Interest expense | 153,464 | 1,566 | 304,556 | 4,086 |
| Net (loss) income: | ||||
| Safe-Pro USA | (104,938) | (108,381) | (175,109) | (220,505) |
| Airborne Response | (73,504) | (90,599) | (358,488) | (366,622) |
| Safe Pro AI | (226,893) | (91,538) | (313,420) | (243,970) |
| Other (a) | (3,280,122) | (389,266) | (5,197,222) | (1,063,161) |
| Net (loss) income | $(3,685,456) | $(679,784) | $(6,044,239) | $(1,894,258) |
| (a) | The Company does not allocate any general and administrative or financing expenses of its holding company activities to its reportable segments, because these activities are managed at the corporate level. |
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| September 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiable long-lived tangible assets, net by segment: | ||
| Safe-Pro USA | $229,269 | $265,402 |
| Airborne Response | 76,543 | 49,895 |
| Safe Pro AI | 13,490 | - |
| Other (a) | 4,531 | 5,631 |
| Long lived tangible assets | $323,834 | $320,928 |
NOTE 16 –SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On October 2, 2024, the Company’s board of directors approved the issuance on October 4, 2024 of 29,199 shares of restricted common stock, which was valued at $125,000 or $4.28 per share, based on an average volume weighted price, as calculated pursuant to the respective agreement, to a consultant for services.
On October 3, 2024, we issued 50,000 fully vested restricted common shares, to professionals for services, valued at the per share price, at market close of $2.60 per share or $130,000. The shares were issued pursuant to the 2022 Equity Incentive Plan.
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