WEL.Integrated Wellness Acquisition CORP

8-K: IWAC Shareholders Approve Btab Merger, Delaware Domestication

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Business Combination Shareholder Vote Results 9 December 2025 4:05 PM

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Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp. shareholders overwhelmingly approved the business combination with Btab Ecommerce Group, Inc., along with a change of domicile to Delaware and new corporate governance structures.

Capital raiseThe closing of the Business Combination is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of various closing conditions, including obtaining requisite financing to fulfill applicable listing requirements. This implies a potential need for additional capital or ensuring existing capital meets thresholds.

Summary

Shareholders of Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp (IWAC) approved all proposals at an extraordinary general meeting held on December 8, 2025.
Key approvals include the business combination with Btab Ecommerce Group, Inc., the domestication of IWAC from the Cayman Islands to Delaware, and the adoption of new organizational documents for the combined entity, Btab Ecommerce Holdings, Inc.
The new corporate structure for Pubco (IWAC Holding Company Inc.) will include an increase in authorized shares to 300,000,000 (250,000,000 Class A and 50,000,000 Class V).
A new 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan for Pubco was also approved.
A new board of directors for IWAC Holding Company Inc. was elected, comprising Douglas Benoit, Donald Fell, Daniel Kelly Kennedy (Class I), Matthew Malriat, Qun Hua Wang (Class II), and Binson Lau (Class III).
Shareholders holding 1,156,408 IWAC ordinary shares exercised their right to redeem shares.
The closing of the business combination is subject to various conditions, including exchange listing approvals and requisite financing.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The sentiment is moderately positive as all key proposals for the business combination and corporate restructuring were approved, indicating progress towards closing. However, the significant number of share redemptions and the remaining closing conditions introduce some uncertainty and reduce available cash, tempering overall enthusiasm.

Positives

All proposals presented at the extraordinary general meeting were approved by shareholders, indicating strong support for the business combination and corporate restructuring.
The approval of the business combination with Btab Ecommerce Group, Inc. paves the way for the company to transition from a SPAC to an operating entity.
The domestication to Delaware is a standard practice for U.S. public companies, simplifying legal and regulatory frameworks.
The approval of the Pubco 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan provides a mechanism to attract and retain talent for the combined company.
The election of a new board of directors establishes the leadership for the post-merger entity.

Negatives

A significant number of shareholders, 1,156,408 IWAC ordinary shares, exercised their redemption rights, reducing the cash available from the trust account for the business combination.
The final redemption price and payments are contingent on the consummation of the Business Combination, introducing a degree of uncertainty for redeeming shareholders.
The closing of the Business Combination is still subject to several conditions, including obtaining applicable exchange listing approvals and requisite financing, which could delay or prevent completion.

Risks

The proposed Business Combination may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which could adversely affect the price of the company's securities.
The proposed Business Combination may not be completed by the company's Business Combination deadline.
Failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the Business Combination.
The occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the Business Combination Agreement.
Failure to achieve the minimum amount of cash available following any redemptions by the company's shareholders.
Redemptions exceeding a maximum threshold or the failure to meet Nasdaq's initial listing standards in connection with the consummation of the contemplated Business Combination.
The effect of the announcement or pendency of the Business Combination on Btab's business relationships, operating results, and business generally.
Risks that the proposed Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of Btab.
The outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Btab or against the company related to the Business Combination Agreement or the proposed Business Combination.

Future Outlook

The company anticipates the consummation of the business combination with Btab Ecommerce Group, Inc., which will result in IWAC becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pubco and Btab also becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pubco, with Pubco being renamed Btab Ecommerce Holdings, Inc. The closing is contingent on satisfying various conditions, including exchange listing approvals and securing requisite financing.

Management Comments

As there were sufficient votes at the time of the Meeting to approve each of the above proposal, the Adjournment Proposal described in the Definitive Proxy Statement/Prospectus was not presented to shareholders.

Industry Context

This filing represents a significant step in the de-SPAC process for Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp, moving towards the completion of its business combination with Btab Ecommerce Group, Inc. The high redemption rate is a common trend observed in the SPAC market, often indicating investor skepticism or a preference for liquidity over participation in the combined entity. The shift to an e-commerce focus through Btab aligns with broader industry trends towards digital transformation and online retail growth.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The redemption rate of 1,156,408 shares out of 4,060,481 outstanding (approximately 28.5%) is notable. While not explicitly stated as high or low, SPAC redemptions have historically varied widely, with some experiencing rates exceeding 90%. This rate is lower than some of the extreme redemption rates seen in the SPAC market in recent years, which could be viewed as a moderate positive, but still represents a significant outflow of capital.
The approval of all proposals, including the business combination and domestication, is standard for SPACs successfully completing their de-SPAC transactions, similar to other recent SPAC mergers like those involving Digital World Acquisition Corp. or Gores Holdings.
The adoption of an omnibus incentive plan and the election of a new board are typical corporate governance steps taken by companies post-merger to align management and director incentives with shareholder interests, comparable to practices at newly public companies across various sectors.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Class I Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Douglas Benoit	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.
Class I Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Donald Fell	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.
Class I Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Daniel Kelly Kennedy	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.
Class II Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Matthew Malriat	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.
Class II Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Qun Hua Wang	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.
Class III Director of IWAC Holding Company Inc.	NA	Binson Lau	Upon Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Appointment as part of the new board for the combined entity.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Domestication	Change of domicile from the Cayman Islands to the State of Delaware as a corporation.	Immediately prior to the effectiveness of the Domestication	Simplifies legal and regulatory framework, aligning with typical U.S. public company structure.
Organizational Documents Adoption	Adoption of a new certificate of incorporation (Interim Charter) and Bylaws upon Domestication, replacing existing organizational documents.	Upon Domestication taking effect	Establishes the foundational legal framework for the Delaware corporation.
Charter Amendment (Post-Merger)	Approval of proposed amended and restated certificate of incorporation (Proposed Charter) and proposed bylaws (Proposed Bylaws) of Pubco, to take effect at the Purchaser Merger Effective Time.	At the Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Defines the comprehensive governance structure for the combined public entity, Btab Ecommerce Holdings, Inc.
Director Removal Policy	Provisions in the Proposed Charter allowing directors to be removed at any time, with or without cause, by a majority vote of voting power.	At the Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Increases shareholder control over board composition, potentially enhancing accountability.
Stockholder Meeting & Action Policy	Provisions in the Proposed Charter stating stockholder special meetings may only be called by the Pubco Board or holders of Class V Shares, and stockholders may only act at annual and special meetings, not by written consent.	At the Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Centralizes the power to call special meetings and limits stockholder action to formal meetings, potentially reducing activist shareholder influence.
Amendment Requirements	Provisions in the Proposed Charter requiring any amendment of the Proposed Charter and Proposed Bylaws to have the affirmative vote of a majority of the voting power of outstanding capital stock.	At the Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Establishes clear thresholds for future amendments to core governance documents.
Authorized Share Capital Increase	Increase in the total number of authorized shares of all classes of stock to 300,000,000 shares (250,000,000 Class A and 50,000,000 Class V).	At the Purchaser Merger Effective Time	Provides flexibility for future equity financing, acquisitions, or incentive plans, but could lead to dilution.
Incentive Plan Adoption	Approval of the Pubco 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan.	Upon approval	Enables the combined company to grant equity-based compensation to attract and retain employees, aligning their interests with long-term shareholder value.

Legal Proceedings

The filing mentions a risk of 'the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Btab or against the Company related to the Business Combination Agreement or the proposed Business Combination.' This indicates a potential for legal proceedings, but none are currently detailed as active.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders (IWAC): Those who voted for the proposals will become shareholders of Pubco (Btab Ecommerce Holdings, Inc.) with substantially equivalent securities. Those who redeemed will receive a pro rata portion of the trust account, contingent on the merger closing.
Shareholders (Btab): Will receive Pubco Class A and Class V shares, becoming shareholders of the newly public combined entity.
Management/Employees (Btab/IWAC): The approval of the Incentive Plan provides a mechanism for equity compensation, potentially benefiting employees and management. New directors have been appointed for the combined entity.
Creditors: No direct impact mentioned, but the overall financial health and structure of the combined entity could indirectly affect them.
Customers/Suppliers (Btab): The business combination aims to enhance Btab's market position, which could lead to expanded operations and potentially impact customer and supplier relationships, though no direct changes are detailed.

Next Steps

Calculate the final redemption price for redeemed shares (two business days prior to Business Combination consummation).
Consummate the Business Combination, subject to satisfaction or waiver of closing conditions.
Obtain applicable exchange listing approvals for the combined company.
Secure requisite financing to fulfill applicable listing requirements.
Payments to redeeming shareholders will be made upon consummation of the Business Combination.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2024-08-26	Date of the Amended and Restated Business Combination Agreement.
2024-12-31	Fiscal year end for the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K.
2025-04-15	Date the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, was filed with the SEC.
2025-11-03	Record date for the Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders and the Extension Meeting.
2025-11-12	Date the definitive proxy statement/prospectus was filed with the SEC.
2025-11-18	Approximate date the Extension Proxy Statement was mailed to shareholders.
2025-12-08	Date of the Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders.
2025-12-09	Date the 8-K report was signed by Matthew Malriat.
2025-12-12	Date of the Extension Meeting.

Recommendation

hold

The approval of the business combination is a crucial step forward, reducing uncertainty regarding the merger's completion. However, the significant redemptions indicate some investor apprehension, and the closing remains subject to further conditions, including financing and listing approvals. Given these factors, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate as investors await the final consummation of the merger and further details on the combined entity's financial position and operational strategy. The risks associated with closing conditions and potential legal proceedings also warrant caution.

Keywords

Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp, IWAC, Btab Ecommerce Group, SPAC, Business Combination, Merger, Domestication, Shareholder Vote, SEC Filing, 8-K, Corporate Governance, Redemptions, Delaware, Nasdaq Listing

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