Form 4: SKYX CEO Sokolow Exercises Options, Adjusts Holdings

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Insider Transaction Report 18 November 2025 5:15 PM

SKYX Platforms Corp. CEO Leonard J. Sokolow reported exercising stock options and adjusting his common stock holdings, including shares surrendered for tax obligations.

Capital raiseThe filing details a Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note with a principal amount of $250,000, convertible into common stock at $3.00 per share, accruing interest at 10.0% per annum from January 1, 2024.It also describes Series A-1 Preferred Stock, originally issued at $25.00 per share, convertible into common stock at an adjusted conversion price of $1.20 per share (approximately 20.83 common shares per preferred share). The preferred stock is subject to mandatory conversion by the issuer until October 4, 2026, and may be redeemed for cash by the issuer from October 4, 2027.

Summary

Leonard J. Sokolow, CEO and Director of SKYX Platforms Corp., exercised 150,000 stock options at an exercise price of $0.60 per share on November 14, 2025.
Concurrently, 50,279 shares of common stock were disposed of at a price of $1.79 per share to cover tax liabilities related to the option exercise.
Following these transactions, Sokolow directly beneficially owns 798,941 shares of common stock, which includes 130,000 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
The RSUs are scheduled to vest with 100,000 in two semi-annual installments starting March 12, 2026, and 30,000 on March 12, 2027.
Sokolow continues to hold various other stock options with exercise prices ranging from $1.26 to $12.34, and expiration dates extending up to March 27, 2030.
He also holds a Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note with a principal amount of $250,000, convertible into common stock at $3.00 per share, accruing interest at 10.0% per annum from January 1, 2024.
Additionally, Sokolow holds 10,000 shares of Series A-1 Preferred Stock, convertible into common stock at an adjusted conversion price of $1.20 per share (approximately 20.83 common shares per preferred share).

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing is a factual report of routine insider transactions (option exercise and tax-related sale). While the CEO maintains significant holdings, there's no strong positive or negative sentiment implied beyond the standard course of executive compensation.

Positives

CEO Leonard J. Sokolow exercised 150,000 stock options, indicating a realization of value from his compensation package.
The exercise price of $0.60 for the exercised options is significantly lower than the $1.79 price at which shares were disposed for tax, suggesting a profitable transaction for the CEO.
Sokolow maintains a substantial direct beneficial ownership of 798,941 common shares, including 130,000 RSUs, demonstrating continued alignment with shareholder interests.
The CEO holds a significant number of unexercised stock options and convertible securities, providing potential for future equity upside.

Negatives

50,279 shares were disposed of to cover tax liabilities, representing a reduction in direct common stock holdings.

Risks

The value of unexercised stock options and convertible securities is subject to the future market price of SKYX Platforms Corp. common stock.
Vesting of RSUs and certain stock options is contingent upon continued employment through the specified vesting dates.
The Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note's conversion value depends on the common stock price exceeding the $3.00 conversion price.
The Series A-1 Preferred Stock is subject to mandatory conversion by the issuer until October 4, 2026, and redemption for cash by the issuer from October 4, 2027, which could impact the holder's control over conversion timing.

Future Outlook

The CEO's future equity holdings are subject to the vesting of 130,000 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and several tranches of stock options with various vesting schedules extending up to March 27, 2025, and expiration dates up to March 27, 2030. The Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note and Series A-1 Preferred Stock also offer future conversion opportunities, with the preferred stock subject to potential mandatory conversion by the issuer until October 4, 2026, and redemption from October 4, 2027.

Management Comments

Leonard J. Sokolow, as Chief Executive Officer and Director, continues to hold significant equity interests in SKYX Platforms Corp. through common stock, unexercised stock options, a convertible promissory note, and preferred stock.
The reported transactions reflect a routine exercise of expiring stock options and the associated disposition of shares to satisfy tax obligations.

Industry Context

This Form 4 filing is a standard disclosure of insider transactions, reflecting changes in the beneficial ownership of equity securities by a key executive. Such filings provide transparency into management's direct financial stake in the company, which can be a factor in assessing management's alignment with shareholder interests. While not directly indicative of broader industry trends, the CEO's continued substantial holdings suggest ongoing commitment to the company's performance within its sector.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Provides transparency into the CEO's direct equity holdings and compensation-related transactions, which can influence investor confidence and perception of management alignment.
Employees: The vesting schedules for RSUs and stock options highlight the long-term incentive structure for the CEO, which may be indicative of broader compensation strategies.

Next Steps

Vesting of 100,000 RSUs in two semi-annual installments of 50,000 beginning March 12, 2026.
Vesting of 30,000 RSUs on March 12, 2027.
Continued vesting of 300,000 stock options (exercise price $1.58) in six semi-annual installments of 50,000, beginning March 12, 2024.
Continued vesting of 30,000 stock options (exercise price $1.58) on March 12, 2027.
Continued vesting of 150,000 stock options (exercise price $1.26) in three equal annual installments, beginning March 27, 2025.
Potential conversion of the Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note by the holder at $3.00 per share before its expiration on May 16, 2025.
Potential conversion of Series A-1 Preferred Stock by the holder at $1.20 per share, or mandatory conversion by the issuer until October 4, 2026.
Potential redemption of Series A-1 Preferred Stock by the issuer for cash from October 4, 2027.

Key Dates

Date	Description
11/15/2015	Date exercisable for stock option with $0.60 exercise price.
06/30/2017	Date exercisable for stock option with $3.00 exercise price.
12/31/2017	Date exercisable for stock option with $4.00 exercise price.
12/31/2020	Date exercisable for stock option with $12.00 exercise price.
12/31/2021	Date exercisable for stock option with $12.00 exercise price.
03/31/2022	Date exercisable for stock option with $12.34 exercise price.
04/30/2023	Date exercisable for stock option with $3.28 exercise price.
09/12/2023	120,000 shares of stock options (exercise price $1.58) vested.
01/01/2024	Convertible note began accruing interest at 10.0% per annum.
03/12/2024	First semi-annual installment of 50,000 shares for stock options (exercise price $1.58) vests.
03/27/2025	Grant date and first annual installment vesting for stock options (exercise price $1.26).
05/16/2025	Expiration date for Subordinated Convertible Promissory Note.
11/14/2025	Transaction date for exercise of stock options and disposition of shares for tax.
11/15/2025	Expiration date for stock option with $0.60 exercise price.
12/31/2025	Expiration date for stock option with $12.00 exercise price (granted 12/31/2020).
03/12/2026	First semi-annual installment of 50,000 RSUs vests.
10/04/2026	End date for mandatory conversion by issuer for Series A-1 Preferred Stock.
12/31/2026	Expiration date for stock option with $12.00 exercise price (granted 12/31/2021).
03/11/2027	Expiration date for stock option with $12.34 exercise price.
03/12/2027	30,000 shares of stock options (exercise price $1.58) vest and 30,000 RSUs vest.
04/19/2027	Expiration date for stock options with $3.00 and $4.00 exercise prices.
10/04/2027	Beginning date for issuer to redeem Series A-1 Preferred Stock for cash.
04/05/2028	Expiration date for stock option with $3.28 exercise price.
09/12/2028	Expiration date for stock option with $1.58 exercise price.
03/27/2030	Expiration date for stock option with $1.26 exercise price.

Recommendation

hold

This Form 4 filing details routine insider transactions by the CEO, involving the exercise of stock options and the sale of shares to cover tax obligations. While the CEO maintains a substantial equity stake, these transactions do not provide new fundamental information about the company's operational performance or strategic direction that would warrant a change in investment recommendation. Investors should consider these transactions as part of the ongoing compensation structure for executives, rather than a strong signal for immediate buying or selling.

Keywords

SKYX Platforms Corp., SKYX, Leonard J. Sokolow, CEO, Director, Insider Trading, Form 4, Stock Options, Common Stock, Restricted Stock Units, Convertible Note, Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership

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