10-K: Vestiage Inc. Reports Full Year 2023 Results, Navigates Transition and Going Concern Challenges

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Annual Results


Vestiage Inc.'s 2023 annual report reveals a year of significant transition, including a change in control, the disposal of a subsidiary, and ongoing concerns about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.

Capital raiseThe company's ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on its ability to raise additional funds.The company has relied on debt and equity raised in private offerings and shareholder loans to finance operations.The company may need to issue additional securities or convertible debt to fund its operations and expansion plans.
Worse than expectedThe company's net loss of $48,929 in 2023 is significantly worse than the net income of $2,123,284 in 2022.The company's lack of revenue and increasing operating expenses indicate a worsening financial situation.The auditor's going concern opinion highlights the severity of the company's financial challenges.

Summary

  • Vestiage, Inc. was originally incorporated in Florida in 2006 and has undergone several name and business changes.
  • The company's business operations were abandoned in 2015, leading to a custodianship action in 2021.
  • In 2022, Small Cap Compliance, LLC was appointed as custodian to reinstate the company's charter and restore value.
  • The custodianship was terminated in July 2022.
  • In January 2023, Vestiage acquired Fun Fitness Corporation (FFC), a fitness event planning company, but disposed of it by the end of the year.
  • The company is now focused on the fitness event planning industry, but management has limited experience in this area.
  • Vestiage reported no revenue for both 2023 and 2022.
  • Operating expenses increased to $56,677 in 2023 from $41,716 in 2022.
  • The company recorded a net loss of $48,929 in 2023, compared to a net income of $2,123,284 in 2022, which included a gain on debt extinguishment.
  • A change in control occurred in August 2023, with Well Profit Holdings Limited acquiring a majority stake.
  • The company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern due to recurring losses and a deficit in equity.
  • As of December 31, 2023, the company had no cash and a working capital deficit of $57,695.
  • The company is seeking a suitable person to join the management team and is exploring opportunities to expand its business, including potentially acquiring a functional fitness gym.

Sentiment

Score: 2

Explanation: The document paints a very negative picture due to the lack of revenue, significant losses, going concern issues, and material weaknesses in internal controls. The company is in a precarious financial position with significant challenges ahead.

Positives

  • The company has a new controlling shareholder, Well Profit Holdings Limited, which may bring new resources and direction.
  • Vestiage is actively seeking a suitable person to join the management team, which could improve its operational capabilities.
  • The company is exploring opportunities to expand its business, including potentially acquiring a functional fitness gym, which could increase revenue streams.
  • The company has eliminated a significant amount of debt through a write-off.

Negatives

  • Vestiage has not generated any revenue for the past two years.
  • The company experienced a net loss of $48,929 in 2023, a significant decrease from the net income of $2,123,284 in 2022.
  • The company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
  • Vestiage has a working capital deficit of $57,695 and no cash on hand as of December 31, 2023.
  • Management has limited experience in the fitness event planning business.
  • The company has material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting.

Risks

  • The company's ability to continue as a going concern is uncertain due to recurring losses and a deficit in equity.
  • Vestiage's lack of revenue and limited operating history pose significant risks.
  • The company's management has limited experience in the fitness event planning industry.
  • The company faces competition from larger, more established event planning companies.
  • The company has material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting.
  • The company may not be able to raise additional capital to fund its operations.
  • The company's stock has limited liquidity in the public trading market.

Future Outlook

The company plans to focus on the fitness event planning industry, market its brand, and explore opportunities to expand its business, including potentially acquiring a functional fitness gym. The company expects to continue to incur moderate losses each quarter until a suitable transaction is completed.

Management Comments

  • Management has limited experience in the fitness event planning business and is actively looking for a suitable person to incorporate into the management team.
  • Management intends to utilize all available funds for the development of the Registrants business.

Industry Context

The athletic event organizer industry is a $5 billion market, and Vestiage is competing in this space. The industry is experiencing growth due to increased disposable income and participation in leisure activities, including gym memberships. The company is competing with larger, more established event planning companies.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The document does not provide specific financial metrics for comparable companies in the fitness event planning industry.
  • It is difficult to assess Vestiage's performance against industry standards without more detailed financial data from competitors.
  • The company's lack of revenue and significant losses are concerning when compared to established players in the event planning market.
  • The company's limited operating history and lack of a proven business model make it difficult to compare to industry benchmarks.

Management Changes

RolePrevious PersonNew PersonEffective DateReason
Chief Executive OfficerRhonda KeaveneyRaymond Fu2023-08-25Change in control of the company
Chief Financial OfficerRhonda KeaveneyRaymond Fu2023-08-25Change in control of the company
DirectorRhonda KeaveneyRaymond Fu2023-08-25Change in control of the company
SecretaryNATimothy Lam Chee Yau2023-08-25Change in control of the company

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Internal ControlsThe company identified material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting, including lack of a functioning audit committee, inadequate segregation of duties, and insufficient written policies and procedures.2023-12-31The company is committed to improving its financial organization and will take steps to address these weaknesses.

Legal Proceedings

  • There are no material, existing or pending legal proceedings against the company.

Related Party Transactions

  • Mr. Raymond Fu, Officer and Director of the Company, have advanced working capital to pay expenses of the Company.
  • Small Cap Compliance, LLC (SCC) former controlling shareholder of Vestiage, Inc., and Rhonda Keaveney, former sole Officer and Director of the Company, is also the owner of SCC and fonder of Fun Fitness Corporation (FFC), the Companys subsidiary.
  • The outstanding amount due to related parties was $56,842 and $9,520 as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders face significant risk due to the company's financial instability and going concern issues.
  • Employees are limited to two executive officers and the company may need to hire additional personnel.
  • Customers are not yet impacted as the company has not generated any revenue.
  • Suppliers and creditors are at risk due to the company's financial difficulties.

Next Steps

  • The company will continue to market its brand by attending fitness events and pursuing meetings with gym owners.
  • The company will organize events at local gyms.
  • The company will seek a suitable person to incorporate into the management team.
  • The company will consider partnering with investors in the purchase of a functional fitness gym.
  • The company will attempt to improve its internal controls over financial reporting.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2006-10-31Vestiage, Inc. was incorporated in Florida as The Harvard Learning Centers, Inc.
2013-02-18The company's name was changed to Vestiage, Inc.
2015-09-09Business operations were abandoned by former management.
2022-05-26Small Cap Compliance, LLC was appointed as custodian.
2022-07-29The custodianship was terminated.
2022-12-29Vestiage executed a Share Exchange Agreement with Fun Fitness Corporation.
2023-01-12The acquisition of Fun Fitness Corporation closed.
2023-08-25A change in control occurred with Well Profit Holdings Limited acquiring a majority stake.
2023-12-31The company disposed of its subsidiary, Fun Fitness Corporation.
2024-04-15Date of share count information.
2024-04-16Date of the report.

Keywords

fitness event planning, going concern, custodianship, share exchange, financial results, internal controls, operating expenses, net loss, capital raise, management change

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