UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10-K

 

[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2016

 

OR

 

[  ] TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

Fresh Promise Foods Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Commission file number: 00-24723

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.

(Name of small business issuer in its charter)

 

Nevada		00-24723		88-0393257
(State or other jurisdiction of		(Commission		(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)		File Number)		Identification Number)

 

3416 Shadybrook Drive

Midwest City, Oklahoma 73110

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

 

(561) 703-4659
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

Common Stock, $0.00001 par value

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes [  ] No [X]

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes [  ] No [X]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [  ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes [X] No [  ]

 

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers in response to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.[  ]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

 

Large accelerated filer	[  ]		Accelerated filer	[  ]
Non-accelerated filer	[  ]		Smaller reporting company	[X]

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes [  ] No [X]

 

The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of June 30, 2016, was $82,992. As of December 26, 2018, the registrant had 8,809,999,998 shares of its common stock, par value $0.00001; 10,000,000 shares of its Preferred A Series stock, par value $0.00001; zero shares of its Preferred B Series stock, par value $0.00001; and zero shares of its Preferred C Series stock, par value $0.00001 outstanding.

 

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

 

None.

  

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

			Page No.
PART I
Item 1.	Business.		4
Item 1A.	Risk Factors.		7
Item 1B.	Unresolved Staff Comments.		14
Item 2.	Properties.		14
Item 3.	Legal Proceedings.		14
Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures.		14
PART II
Item 5.	Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities.		14
Item 6.	Selected Financial Data.		15
Item 7.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operation.		15
Item 7A	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.		17
Item 8.	Financial Statements and Supplementary Data.		17
Item 9.	Changes in And Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure.		18
Item 9A.	Controls and Procedures.		18
Item 9B.	Other Information.		19
PART III
Item 10.	Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance.		20
Item 11.	Executive Compensation.		21
Item 12.	Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters.		21
Item 13.	Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence.		21
Item 14.	Principal Accounting Fees and Services.		21
PART IV
Item 15.	Exhibits, Financial Statements Schedules.		22
SIGNATURES			23

 

 

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

The following cautionary statements identify important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements made in this amended. Annual Report on Form 10-K (this “Report”) and in other reports and documents published by us from time to time. Any statements about our beliefs, plans, objectives, expectations, assumptions, future events or performance are not historical facts and may be forward-looking. These statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words or phrases such as “believes,” “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “estimated,” “intend,” “plan,” “projection,” “outlook” and the like, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). However, as we issue “penny stock,” as such term is defined in Rule 3a51-1 promulgated under the Exchange Act, we are ineligible to rely on these safe harbor provisions. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of our Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned to carefully read all “Risk Factors” set forth under Item 1A and not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. We disclaim any obligation to update any such factors or to announce publicly the results of any revisions of the forward-looking statements contained or incorporated by reference herein to reflect future events or developments, except as required by the Exchange Act. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict which will arise or to assess with any precision the impact of each factor on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.

 

Unless otherwise provided in this Report, references to “Fresh Promise Foods, “the “Company,” the “Registrant,” the “Issuer,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Fresh Promise Foods, Inc.

 

 

PART I

 

Item 1. Business

 

Overview

 

History of Fresh Promise Foods, Inc.

 

The Company was incorporated in the State of Delaware under the name, PLR, Inc. in 1993, and went through a series of name changes and reorganizations. In November 1997, PLR, Inc. changed its name to Integrated Carbonics Corp. and moved its domicile to the State of Nevada. On July 23, 1999, Integrated Carbonics Corp. changed its name to Urbana.ca, Inc. (“URBA”). On April 11, 2003, URBA changed its name to PSPP Holdings, Inc. On August 11, 2008, PSPP Holdings, Inc. changed its name to Cynosure Holdings, Inc. by filing a Certificate of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation with the State of Nevada. On August 21, 2008, the Company changed its name to Hybid Hospitality, Inc. by filing a Certificate of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation. On December 16, 2009, the Company changed its name to Stakool, Inc.

 

On June 16, 2011, Stakool entered into a Letter of Intent of Sale and Purchase with Anthus Life Corp., a privately held Nevada corporation (“Anthus Life”).

 

On July 20, 2011, Stakool and Anthus Life executed an Agreement of Sale and Purchase whereby Anthus Life received 77,588,470 shares of 79,388,470 issued and outstanding shares of Stakool common stock, as well as 10,000,000 Preferred Shares of Stakool in exchange for scheduled payments, totaling $350,000 and 1,300,000 shares of Stakool common stock the “Agreement of Sale and Purchase”). The parties amended the Agreement of Purchase and Sale as of January 19, 2012, providing, among other things, for the issuance of an additional 2,650,000 shares of Stakool common stock to certain parties. All stock has been issued under the Agreement of Sale and Purchase and, as of December 31, 2012, $355,000 has been paid.

 

Anthus Life Corp. was incorporated in Nevada on June 4, 2009. Anthus was a developer and manufacturer of natural and organic food products packaged for consumer consumption. The Company had one product line in the natural food category. In 2013 the Company terminated its production of products due to a lack of working capital. However as additional funds have been secured by the new management team, production will resume in the near future.

 

On March 15, 2013 all officers and directors resigned from the Company and Mr. Joseph C. Canouse was appointed President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director.

 

Effective August 5, 2013, the Company completed a 1 for 100 reverse stock split, which reduced the number of issued and outstanding common shares from 2,903,888,889 to approximately 29,039,066. Fractional shares produced as a result of this reverse stock split were rounded up to the next whole share. The consolidated financial statements have been retroactively adjusted to reflect this reverse stock split.

 

On September 26, 2013, the name of the Company was changed to Fresh Promise Foods, Inc. and the Company also reduced the number of authorized shares of common stock from four billion (4,000,000,000) to four hundred seventy-five million (475,000,000).

 

On May 13, 2014, the Company increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from four hundred seventy-five million (475,000,000) to nine hundred seventy-five million (975,000,000).

 

On June 2, 2014, Joseph C. Canouse resigned as Chairman of the board of directors and as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, and the Board approved by unanimous written consent the appointment of Scott Martin as a member of the Board and Secretary of the Company. Mr. Kevin P. Quirk was appointed Chairman of the Board.

 

On October 16, 2014, the Company increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from nine hundred seventy-five million (975,000,000) to two billion (2,000,000,000).

 

On January 6, 2016, the Company entered into a Director Resignation and Release Agreement with Kevin P. Quirk (the “Release Agreement”). In accordance with the Release Agreement, Mr. Quirk resigned from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director and, in consideration for such resignations and Mr. Quirk’s release of the Company from liability, the Company released Mr. Quirk from liability.

 

Effective January 20, 2015, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) effected in the marketplace a 1-for-150 reverse stock split for the common stock of Fresh Promise. On December 30, 2014, the Company filed with the Nevada Secretary of State a Certificate of Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation with respect to such 1-for-150 reverse stock split. All share and per share have been presented to give retroactive effective for this reverse stock split.

 

On July 12, 2016, the Company increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from two billion (2,000,000,000) to five billion (5,000,000,000).

 

On August 23, 2017, the Company increased the number of authorized shares of common stock from five billion (5,000,000,000) to nine billion (9,000,000,000).

 

Discontinued Operations

 

In light of our legal proceedings involving certain former management of the Company, we decided to discontinue our business operations of our wholly-owned subsidiary Harvest Soul. This business was classified as discontinued operations beginning with our December 31, 2015 consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K. In August 2018, we executed a definitive agreement to sell and transfer our equity interest in Harvest Soul.

 

Our results of operations related to Harvest Soul have been reclassified as discontinued operations on a retrospective basis for all years presented. Unless otherwise indicated, the following discussions in this section (Item 1. Business) pertain only to our continuing operations. For additional information see Note 3 — Discontinued Operations to our consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K.

  

Current Products, Potential Product Categories and Extension

 

Fresh Promise Foods, and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, is a consumer products company focused on the health and wellness food and beverage sectors. The Company is also a brand acquisition and holding company. It delivers products that provide a better quality of life by offering health and wellness solutions that make sense and fit into the everyday lives of all consumers. Focused on three key strategic areas, Food Technology, Consumer Products and Value Added, Fresh Promise Foods sets itself apart from the competition by marrying innovative technology and product development with perceptive marketing and sales service strategy. Fresh Promise Foods own and operates subsidiaries in green and energy drink markets. www.drinkgiddyup.com.

 

Intellectual Property

 

The Company has no registered patents; however, all of its products are formulated utilizing its own proprietary formulations.

 

Production, Sources of Raw Materials and the Names of Principal Suppliers

 

An experienced core management team has reviewed, studied and analyzed the natural and/or organic product market. Our strategy includes establishing a procurement program and working with outside professionals to build our business, create brands through eco-friendly packaging and distinctive labeling, and develop key distribution relationships.

 

Marketing Strategy

 

The strategy is to have our brand name strongly associated on all of our distributed products and to focus on finding and developing the best nutritional supplement product options for North America and beyond.

 

GIDDY UP Energy Products is a wholesale manufacturer engaged in marketing and distribution of carbonated and non-carbonated energy drinks, shakes, energy bars, and related products. The company was a subsidiary of Creative Edge Nutrition, a nutritional supplement company focused on developing innovative, high quality supplements. The company manufactures under strict GMP guidelines at GMP Certified and/or FDA registered facilities (visit our website at www.giddyupenergyproducts.com for more information).

 

Fresh Promise Foods will strive to become a leader in the quality food and beverage business. We are a mission-driven company that aims to set the standards of excellence for food manufacturers. We are building a business in which high standards permeate all aspects of our company and quality ingredients, the latest food technology and great marketing permeate all aspects of our products.

 

We believe that once the consumer tastes our product line, he or she will become a loyal consumer and will seek out our product because of the health benefits, value in price, quality of the product and the good taste of the product, thus becoming a returning and loyal consumer.

 

Words like “Natural,” “clean label,” “green,” “eco-friendly”, “organic”, “non GMO” and “sustainability” are the new buzzwords in today’s food and beverage industry. Products and ingredients bearing these tags have created demand among consumers, and therefore have been significant purchase influencers. The markets for these natural and naturally derived products are growing at a fast rate, creating an immense profit potential for food and beverage manufacturers. The past two decades have witnessed consumers becoming more health conscious and resorting to preventive measures, rather than reactionary ones. Functional foods and beverages play a major role in this segment, promoting the concept of healthiness-on-the-go. These functional foods and beverages include health ingredients, which may promote general health and well- being by preventing certain diseases. However, the industry also confronts certain challenges in coping with the demand of natural ingredients used in food and beverage applications, particularly, in terms of sustainability.

 

The “health and wellness” mega trend drives the overall natural ingredients market. Increasing incidence of lifestyle-based disorders, such as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), obesity, osteoporosis and diabetes, has propelled consumers to resort to natural alternatives. Moreover, the number of articles and newsletters circulated in media describing the ill-effects of consuming synthetic ingredients has further cautioned consumers. Consumers perceive natural ingredients as having a positive impact on general health, while synthetic ingredients have certain detrimental effects on health. As a result, food manufacturers have promptly responded to the situation by completely replacing or partially replacing synthetic ingredients with their natural counterparts.

 

It is becoming clearer that healthy eating is transitioning from a niche market to the mainstream. Health and wellness-focused products are expanding rapidly, with eight out of ten of the fastest growing food and beverage categories inextricably linked to consumer perceptions of health. In 2013, the market for Health & Nutrition foods at retail value is estimated at $720 billion with a CAGR of 7.4%. This constituted 24% of the total food market which had an average CAGR of 2.8%. More specifically, the global functional food market is expected to show a CAGR of 9.7% during 2014-2017.

 

Segments

 

Consumer Product Group (CPG)

 

This is where the “future value” of the company will be derived. We will build and buy companies in the health and wellness food and beverage space. Acquisition targets that meet our investment criteria share a number of common features:

 

	●	A concept with substantial, identifiable consumer demand which can be effectively replicated in multiple markets;
	●	A unique brand asset capability that differentiates the company from its competition;
	●	Attractive business model economics which address specific customer needs and demonstrate operational capabilities to achieve market leadership;
	●	Strong management in place with a proven ability to execute a clearly defined strategic business plan;
	●	A strong, focused and customer-oriented culture;
	●	Significant growth or growth potential and an expansion strategy that is consistent with the company’s performance history;
	●	A defensible and extendable position in a growing industry category.

  

The perfect start to any workout or activity. This natural energy drink, bursts with flavor and is packed with healthy essential benefits such as dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals along with vitamin C, vitamin D, B12, B3 and B5. The succulent blend of cherries and pears is a crisp pick-me up to satisfy and quench your thirst; while keeping your mind focused and alert from the first sip to the last gulp.

  

Competition

 

Fresh Promise is in the energy, stamina, health drink industry and there there are multiple competitors across the entire landscape that take from our “share of stomach”.

 

Employees

 

At the present time, the Company has one employee.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

 

Our business is subject to numerous risks. We caution you that the following important factors, among others, could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf in filings with the SEC, press releases, communications with investors and oral statements. Any or all of our forward-looking statements in this and in any other public statements we make may turn out to be wrong. They can be affected by inaccurate assumptions we might make or by known or unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors mentioned in the discussion below will be important in determining future results. Consequently, no forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Actual future results may vary materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are advised, however, to consult any further disclosure we make in our reports filed with the SEC.

 

An investment in our Company involves a substantial risk of loss. You should carefully consider the risks described below, before you make any investment decision regarding our Company. Additional risks and uncertainties, including those generally affecting the market in which we operate or that we currently deem immaterial, may also impair our business. If any such risks actually materialize, our business, financial condition and operating results could be adversely affected. In such case, the trading price of our common stock could decline.

 

The following risk factors are not exhaustive and the risks discussed herein do not purport to be inclusive of all possible risks but are intended only as examples of possible investment risks. To facilitate understanding of the various business risks applicable to our Company and the strategic alliance companies through which we intend to operate our business during the foreseeable future, the risk factors discussed herein address our Company together with the risks applicable to our operations that we intend to conduct with our strategic alliance partners.

 

Risks Related to our Business and Industry

 

THE COMPANY IS SUBJECT TO THE RISKS INHERENT IN A NEWLY-CREATED BUSINESS.

 

The Company is subject to substantially all the risks inherent in a newly-created business. As a result of its small size and capitalization and limited operating history, the Company is particularly susceptible to adverse effects of changing economic conditions and consumer tastes, competition, and other contingencies or events beyond the control of the Company. It may be more difficult for the Company to prepare for and respond to these types of risks and the risks described elsewhere in this Form 10-K than for a company with an established business and operating cash flow. If the Company is not able to manage these risks successfully, the Company’s operations could be negatively impacted. Due to changing circumstances, the Company may be forced to change dramatically, or even terminate, its planned operations.

 

INVESTORS MAY LOSE THEIR ENTIRE INVESTMENT IF FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC. FAILS TO IMPLEMENT ITS BUSINESS PLAN.

 

The Company expects to face substantial risks, uncertainties, expenses, and difficulties because it is a development-stage company. The Company has no demonstrable operations record of substance upon which you can evaluate the company’s business and prospects. The Company’s prospects must be considered in light of the risks, uncertainties, expenses and difficulties frequently encountered by companies in their early stages of development. The Company cannot guarantee that it will be successful in accomplishing its objectives.

 

As of the date of this filing the Company has had only limited start-up operations and has generated minimal revenues. Considering these facts, our independent auditors have raised substantial doubt about the company’s ability to continue as a going concern in the independent auditors’ report to the financial statements filed with our Form 10-K. In addition, the company’s lack of operating capital could negatively affect the value of its common shares and could result in the loss of your entire investment.

 

WE HAVE NOT AND DO NOT ANTICIPATE PAYING ANY CASH DIVIDEND ON OUR COMMON STOCK AND BECAUSE OF THIS OUR SECURITIES COULD FACE DEVALUATION IN THE MARKET.

 

We have paid no cash dividends on our Common Stock to date and it is not anticipated that any cash dividends will be paid to holders of our Common Stock in the foreseeable future. While our dividend policy will be based on the operating results and capital needs of our business operations, it is anticipated that any earnings will be retained to finance our business operations and future expansion.

 

CHANGES IN CONSUMER PREFERENCES AND DISCRETIONARY SPENDING MAY HAVE A MATERIAL ADVERSE EFFECT ON OUR REVENUE, RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION.

 

Shifts in consumer preferences away from our products, our inability to develop new products that appeal to consumers, or changes in our product mix that eliminate items popular with some consumers could harm our business. Also, our success depends to a significant extent on discretionary consumer spending, which is influenced by general economic conditions and the availability of discretionary income. Accordingly, we may experience declines in revenue during economic downturns or during periods of uncertainty. Any material decline in the amount of discretionary spending could have a material adverse effect on our sales, results of operations, business and financial condition.

 

FLUCTUATIONS IN VARIOUS COMMODITY, PACKAGING AND SUPPLY COSTS, COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT OUR OPERATING RESULTS.

 

The prices of the main ingredients in our offerings can be highly volatile. Supplies and prices of the various products that we use to prepare our products can be affected by a variety of factors, such as weather, seasonal fluctuations, demand, politics and economics in the producing countries. An increase in pricing of any major ingredients that we use in our products could have a significant adverse effect on our profitability. In addition; higher diesel prices have, in some cases, resulted in the imposition of surcharges on the delivery of commodities to distributors. Additionally, higher diesel and gasoline prices may affect our supply costs and may affect our sales going forward. To help mitigate the risks of volatile commodity prices and to allow greater predictability in pricing, we hope to enter into fixed price or to-be-fixed priced purchase commitments. We cannot assure you that these activities will be successful or that they will not result in our paying substantially more than would have been required absent such activities. We do not presently have any multi-year pricing agreements (with fixed processing costs), and none with guaranteed volume commitments.

 

We may not be able to prevent others from using our intellectual property, and may be subject to claims by third parties that we infringe on their intellectual property.

 

Our products are created using proprietary formulations; however, we have no registered patents. Preventing and policing the unauthorized use of our intellectual property is often difficult and any steps we take may not, in every case, prevent the infringement by unauthorized third parties. Further, there can be no assurance that our efforts to enforce our rights and protect our intellectual property will be successful. We may need to resort to litigation to enforce our intellectual property rights, which may result in substantial costs and diversion of resources and management attention.

 

Further, although management does not believe that our products infringe on the intellectual rights of others, there is no assurance that we will not be the target of infringement or other claims. Such claims, even if not true, could result in significant legal and other costs and may be a distraction to our management or interrupt our business.

 

LITIGATION AND PUBLICITY CONCERNING PRODUCT QUALITY, HEALTH AND OTHER ISSUES, WHICH CAN RESULT IN LIABILITIES AND ALSO CAUSE CONSUMERS TO AVOID OUR PRODUCTS, WHICH COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT OUR RESULTS OF OPERATIONS, BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION.

 

Beverage and food service businesses can be adversely affected by litigation and complaints from consumers or government authorities resulting from food and beverage quality, illness, injury or other health concerns or operating issues stemming from one retail location or a limited number of retail locations. Adverse publicity about these allegations may negatively affect us, regardless of whether the allegations are true, by discouraging consumers from buying our products. We could also incur significant liabilities, if a lawsuit or claim results in a decision against us, or litigation costs, regardless of the result.

 

BEVERAGE AND FOOD SAFETY CONCERNS AND INSTANCES OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESSES COULD HARM OUR CONSUMERS, RESULT IN NEGATIVE PUBLICITY AND CAUSE THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF SOME CONSUMERS’ STORES AND, IN SOME CASES, COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT THE PRICE AND AVAILABILITY OF FRUITS, ANY OF WHICH COULD HARM OUR BRAND REPUTATION, RESULT IN A DECLINE IN SALES OR AN INCREASE IN COSTS.

 

We consider food and beverage safety a top priority and will dedicate substantial resources towards ensuring that consumers enjoy high-quality, safe and wholesome products. However, we cannot guarantee that controls and training will be fully effective in preventing all food-borne illnesses. Furthermore, reliance on third-party suppliers and distributors increases the risk that food-borne illness incidents (such as E. coli, Hepatitis A, Salmonella or Listeria) could occur outside of our control and at multiple locations. We will utilize High Pressure Processing (HPP) whenever possible to mitigate these risks.

 

Instances of food-borne illnesses, whether real or perceived, and whether at our consumers’ stores or those of our competitors, could harm consumers and otherwise result in negative publicity about us or the products we serve, which could adversely affect sales. If there is an incident involving consumers’ C-stores and other approved channels serving contaminated products, consumers may be harmed, our sales may decrease and our brand name may be impaired. If consumers become ill from food-borne illnesses, we could be forced to temporarily suspend some operations. If we react to negative publicity by changing our products or other key aspects of the Fresh Promise experience, we may lose consumers who do not accept those changes, and may not be able to attract enough new consumers to produce the revenue needed to make our operations profitable. In addition, we may have different or additional competitors for our intended consumers as a result of making any such changes and may not be able to compete successfully against those competitors. Food safety concerns and instances of food-borne illnesses and injuries caused by food contamination have in the past, and could in the future, adversely affect the price and availability of affected ingredients and cause consumers to shift their preferences, particularly if we choose to pass any higher ingredient costs along to consumers. As a result, our costs may increase and our sales may decline. A decrease in consumer traffic as a result of these health concerns or negative publicity, or as a result of a change in our products or smoothie experience or a temporary suspension of any of our consumer operations, could materially harm our business.

 

THE FOOD SERVICE INDUSTRY HAS INHERENT OPERATIONAL RISKS THAT MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY COVERED BY INSURANCE.

 

We can give no assurance that we will be adequately insured against all risks or that our insurers will pay a particular claim. Furthermore, in the future, we may not be able to obtain adequate insurance coverage at reasonable rates for our operations. We may also be subject to calls, or premiums, in amounts based not only on our own claim records but also the claim records of all other members of the protection and indemnity associations through which we may receive indemnity insurance coverage for tort liability. Our insurance policies may also contain deductibles, limitations and exclusions which, although we may believe are standard in the food service industry, may nevertheless increase our costs.

 

THE PLANNED INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF STORES WHERE ARE OUR PRODUCTS WILL BE AVAILABLE MAY MAKE FUTURE RESULTS UNPREDICTABLE.

 

Our future results depend on various factors, including successful selection of new markets, market acceptance of Fresh Promise Foods brands, consumer recognition of the quality of our products and willingness to pay our prices (which reflect our often-higher ingredient costs,) the quality and performance of our equipment and general economic conditions. In addition, as with the experience of other retail food and beverage concepts who have tried to expand nationally, we may find that the Fresh Promise Foods concept has limited or no appeal to consumers in new markets or we may experience a decline in the popularity of our brands. Newly opened stores may not succeed, future markets may not be successful and average store revenue may not meet expectations.

 

OUR FAILURE TO MANAGE OUR GROWTH EFFECTIVELY COULD HARM OUR BUSINESS AND OPERATING RESULTS.

 

Our plans call for a significant increase in the number of consumers. Product supply, financial and management controls and information systems may be inadequate to support our expansion. Managing our growth effectively will require us to continue to enhance these systems, procedures, and controls and to hire, train and retain management and staff. We may not respond quickly enough to the changing demands that our expansion will impose on our management, employees and existing infrastructure. We also place a lot of importance on our culture, which we believe will be an important contributor to our success. As we grow, however, we may have difficulty maintaining our culture or adapting it sufficiently to meet the needs of our operations. Our failure to manage our growth effectively could harm our business and operating results.

 

OUR OPERATING RESULTS MAY FLUCTUATE SIGNIFICANTLY AND COULD FALL BELOW THE EXPECTATIONS OF INVESTORS DUE TO VARIOUS FACTORS.

 

Our operating results may fluctuate significantly because of various factors, including:

 

	1.	The impact of inclement weather, natural disasters and other calamities, such as earthquakes and/or hurricanes, which could cause a delay in getting our products to our consumers;
	2.	Unseasonably cold or wet weather conditions could cause a delay in getting our products to our consumers;
	3.	Profitability of our operations where our products are sold, especially in new markets;
	4.	Changes in comparable store sales and consumer visits, including the introduction of new product items;
	5.	Variations in general economic conditions, including those relating to changes in diesel and gasoline prices;
	6.	Negative publicity about the ingredients we use or the occurrence of food-borne illnesses or other problems at stores where our products are available;
	7.	Changes in consumer preferences and discretionary spending;
	8.	Increases in infrastructure costs; and
	9.	Fluctuation in supply prices.

 

Because of these factors, results for any one quarter are not necessarily indicative of results to be expected for any other quarter or for any year. Average consumers’ store revenue or comparable store revenue in any particular future period may decrease. In the future, our operating results may fall below the expectations of investors. In that event, the value of our Common Stock or other securities would likely decrease.

 

OUR CONSUMERS AND SUPPLIERS COULD TAKE ACTIONS THAT HARM OUR REPUTATION AND REDUCE OUR PROFITS.

 

Consumers and suppliers are separate entities and are not our employees. Further, we do not exercise control over the day-to-day operations of our consumers and suppliers. Any operational shortcomings of our consumers and suppliers are likely to be attributed to our system-wide operations and could adversely affect our reputation and have a direct negative impact on our profits.

 

OUR REVENUE IS SUBJECT TO VOLATILITY BASED ON WEATHER AND VARIES BY SEASON.

 

Seasonal factors could also cause our revenue to fluctuate from quarter to quarter. Our revenue may be lower during the winter months and the holiday season and during periods of inclement weather and higher during the spring, summer and fall months. Our revenue will likely also vary from quarter to quarter as a result of the number of trading days, that is, the number of days in a quarter when stores are open.

 

WE COULD FACE LIABILITY FROM OUR CONSUMERS, SUPPLIERS OR GOVERNMENT.

 

A consumer, supplier or government agency may bring legal action against us based on the consumer/ supplier relationships. Various state and federal laws govern our relationship with consumers and suppliers. If we fail to comply with these laws, we could be liable for damages to consumers or suppliers and fines or other penalties. Expensive litigation with our consumers/suppliers or government agencies may adversely affect both our profits and our important relations with our consumer/suppliers.

 

WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RAISE ADDITIONAL CAPITAL ON ACCEPTABLE TERMS.

 

Developing our business may require significant capital in the future. To meet our capital needs, we expect to rely on our cash flow from operations and potentially, third-party financing. Third-party financing may not, however, be available on terms favorable to us, or at all. Our ability to obtain additional funding will be subject to various factors, including market conditions, our operating performance, lender sentiment and our ability to incur additional debt in compliance with other contractual restrictions, such as financial covenants under our credit facility. These factors may make the timing, amount, terms and conditions of additional financings unattractive. Our inability to raise capital could impede our growth.

 

LITIGATION COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT US BY DISTRACTING MANAGEMENT, INCREASING OUR EXPENSES OR SUBJECTING US TO MATERIAL MONEY DAMAGES AND OTHER REMEDIES.

 

Our consumers could file complaints or lawsuits against us alleging that we are responsible for some illness or injury their consumers suffered at or after a visit to their stores, or that we have problems with food quality or operations. We are also subject to a variety of other claims arising in the ordinary course of our business, including personal injury claims, contract claims and claims alleging violations of federal and state law regarding workplace and employment matters, discrimination and similar matters, and we could become subject to class action or other lawsuits related to these or different matters in the future. Regardless of whether any claims against us are valid, or whether we are ultimately held liable, claims may be expensive to defend and may divert time and money away from our operations and hurt our performance. A judgment significantly in excess of our insurance coverage for any claims could materially and adversely affect our financial condition or results of operations. Any adverse publicity resulting from these allegations may also materially and adversely affect our reputation or prospects, which in turn could adversely affect our results. The food and beverage services industry has been subject to a growing number of claims based on the nutritional content of food products they sell and disclosure and advertising practices.

 

WE MAY ALSO INCUR COSTS RESULTING FROM OTHER SECURITY RISKS WE MAY FACE IN CONNECTION WITH OUR ELECTRONIC PROCESSING AND TRANSMISSION OF CONFIDENTIAL CONSUMER INFORMATION.

 

We rely on commercially available software and other technologies to provide security for processing and transmission of consumer credit card data. Our systems could be compromised in the future, which could result in the misappropriation of consumer information or the disruption of systems. Either of those consequences could have a material adverse effect on our reputation and business or subject it to additional liabilities.

  

WE ARE EXPOSED TO INCREASED COSTS AND RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH COMPLIANCE WITH CHANGING LAWS, REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS IN GENERAL, AND SPECIFICALLY WITH INCREASED AND NEW REGULATION OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND DISCLOSURE STANDARDS.

 

We expect to spend an increased amount of management time and external resources to comply with existing and changing laws, regulations and standards in general, and specifically relating to corporate governance. In particular, Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 requires management to annually review and evaluate all of our internal control systems, and file attestations of the effectiveness of these systems by our management and by our independent auditors. This process may require us to hire additional personnel and use outside advisory services and result in additional accounting and legal expenses. If in the future our chief executive officer, chief financial officer or independent auditors determine that our controls over financial reporting are not effective as defined under Section 404, investor perceptions may be adversely affected and could cause a decline in the value of our stock. If our independent auditors are unable to provide an unqualified attestation of management’s assessment of our internal control over financial reporting, or disclaim an ability to issue an attestation, it could result in a loss of investor confidence in our financial reports, adversely affect our stock value and our ability to access the capital markets or borrow money. Failure to comply with other existing and changing laws, regulations and standards could also adversely affect the Company.

 

THE REPORT OF OUR INDEPENDENT AUDITORS INDICATES UNCERTAINTY CONCERNING OUR ABILITY TO CONTINUE AS A GOING CONCERN AND THIS MAY IMPAIR OUR ABILITY TO RAISE CAPITAL TO FUND OUR BUSINESS PLAN.

 

Our independent auditors have raised substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. We cannot assure you that this will not impair our ability to raise capital on attractive terms. Additionally, we cannot assure you that we will ever achieve significant revenues and therefore remain a going concern.

 

COMPETITORS WITH MORE RESOURCES MAY FORCE US OUT OF BUSINESS.

 

We will compete with many well-established companies, food and beverage service, C-stores and other approved channels and otherwise, on the basis of taste, quality and price of product offered, consumer service, atmosphere, location and overall guest experience. Aggressive pricing by our competitors or the entrance of new competitors into our markets could reduce our revenue and profit margins.

 

WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ATTAIN PROFITABILITY WITHOUT ADDITIONAL FUNDING, WHICH MAY BE UNAVAILABLE.

 

The Company has limited capital resources. To date, the Company has funded its operations from limited funding and has not generated sufficient cash from operations to be profitable or to maintain sufficient inventory. Unless the Company begins to generate sufficient revenues to finance operations as a going concern, the Company may experience liquidity and solvency problems. Such liquidity and solvency problems may force the Company to cease operations if additional financing is not available.

 

THE COST TO MEET OUR REPORTING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS AS A PUBLIC COMPANY SUBECT TO THE EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 WILL BE SUBSTANTIAL AND MAY RESULT IN US HAVING INSUFFICIENT FUNDS TO EXPAND OUR BUSINESS OR EVEN MEET ROUTINE BUSINESS OBLIGATIONS.

 

Subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act of 1934, we will incur ongoing expenses associated with professional fees for accounting, legal, and a host of other expenses for annual reports and proxy statements.

 

WE MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY IN ATTRACTING AND RETAINING MANAGEMENT AND OUTSIDE INDEPENDENT MEMBERS TO OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS A RESULT OF THEIR CONCERNS RELATING TO THEIR INCREASED PERSONAL EXPOSURE TO LAWSUITS AND STOCKHOLDER CLAIMS BY VIRTUE OF HOLDING THESE POSITIONS IN A PUBLICLY-HELD COMPANY.

 

The directors and management of publicly-traded corporations are increasingly concerned with the extent of their personal exposure to lawsuits and stockholder claims, as well as governmental and creditor claims which may be made against them, particularly in view of recent changes in securities laws imposing additional duties, obligations and liabilities on management and directors. Due to these perceived risks, directors and management are also becoming increasingly concerned with the availability of directors’ and officers’ liability insurance to pay on a timely basis the costs incurred in defending such claims. We currently do not carry directors’ and officers’ liability insurance. Directors’ and officers’ liability insurance has recently become much more expensive and difficult to obtain. If we are unable to provide directors’ and officers’ liability insurance at affordable rates or at all, it may become increasingly more difficult to attract and retain qualified outside directors to serve on our board of directors.

 

We may lose potential independent board members and management candidates to other companies that have greater directors’ and officers’ liability insurance to insure them from liability or to companies that have revenues or have received greater funding to date which can offer more lucrative compensation packages. The fees of directors are also rising in response to their increased duties, obligations and liabilities as well as increased exposure to such risks. As a company with a limited operating history and limited resources, we will have a more difficult time attracting and retaining management and outside independent directors than a more established company due to these enhanced duties, obligations and liabilities.

 

WE MAY NOT ACHIEVE RESULTS SIMILAR TO THE FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS.

 

Projections and estimated financial results are based on estimates and assumptions that are inherently uncertain and, though considered reasonable by us, are subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the projected results will be realized or that actual results will not be significantly lower than projected. Neither we nor any other person or entity assumes any responsibility for the accuracy or validity of the projections.

 

Risks Related to an Investment in our Common Stock

 

OUR DIRECTORS HAVE THE RIGHT TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF ADDITIONAL SHARES OF OUR PREFERRED STOCK.

 

Our directors, within the limitations and restrictions contained in our articles of incorporation and without further action by our stockholders, have the authority to issue shares of preferred stock from time to time in one or more series and to fix the number of shares and the relative rights, conversion rights, voting rights, and terms of redemption, liquidation preferences and any other preferences, special rights and qualifications of any such series. Any issuance of shares of preferred stock could adversely affect the rights of holders of our common stock.

 

IF THERE IS A MARKET FOR OUR SECURITIES IN THE FUTURE, OUR STOCK PRICE MAY BE VOLATILE AND ILLIQUID.

 

We can make no assurance that there will be a public market for our common Stock in the future. If there is a market for our Common Stock in the future, we anticipate that such market may be illiquid and might be subject to wide fluctuations in response to several factors, including, but not limited to the following factors:

 

	(1)	actual or anticipated variations in our results of operations;
	(2)	our ability or inability to generate new revenue;
	(3)	our ability to anticipate and effectively adapt to a developing market;
	(4)	our ability to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel;
	(5)	consumer satisfaction and loyalty;
	(6)	increased competition; and
	(7)	conditions and trends in the market for organic and natural products.

 

CONVERSION OF OUR PROMISSORY NOTES OR SALES OF A SUBSTANTIAL NUMBER OF SHARES OF OUR COMMON STOCK INTO THE PUBLIC MARKET BY SELLING SHAREHOLDERS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN THE PRICE OF OUR STOCK AND PURCHASERS WHO ACQUIRE SHARES FROM THE SELLING SHAREHOLDERS MAY LOSE SOME OR ALL OF THEIR INVESTMENTS.

 

If a market for our shares develops, sales of a substantial number of shares of our Common Stock in the public market could cause a reduction in the price of our Common Stock. If selling Shareholders resell a substantial portion of the issued and outstanding shares of our Common Stock it could have an adverse effect on the price of our Common Stock. As a result of any such decreases in the price of our Common Stock, purchasers who acquire shares from Selling Shareholders may lose some or all of their investment.

 

OUR EXISTING SHAREHOLDERS WILL EXPERIENCE DILUTION.

 

We will need to raise additional funds, and these funds may not be available on favorable terms, or at all. Furthermore, if we issue equity or debt securities to raise additional funds, our existing shareholders will experience dilution, and the new equity or debt securities may have rights, preference, and privileges senior to those of our existing shareholders. If we cannot raise funds on acceptable terms, we may not be able to develop or enhance our products, execute our business plan, take advantage of future opportunities, or respond to competitive pressures or unanticipated consumer requirements.

 

There is no assurance that we will be profitable, and we may not be able to successfully develop, manage or market our products and services. We may not be able to attract or retain qualified executives and technological personnel and our products and services may become obsolete. Government regulation may hinder our business. Additional dilution in outstanding stock ownership will be incurred due to the issuance of more shares, stock options, or the exercise of stock options, and other risks inherent in our business.

 

Currently, there is a public market for our securities, but there can be no assurances that the public market will develop further and, if developed further, it is likely to experience significant price fluctuations.

 

We have a trading symbol for our common stock, namely ‘FPFI’. There can be no assurances as to whether:

 

	●	the market for our shares will continue to develop; or
	●	the prices at which our common stock will trade;

 

Prices for our common stock will be determined in the marketplace and may be influenced by many factors, including the depth and liquidity of the market for shares of our common stock, developments affecting our business, including the impact of the factors referred to elsewhere in these risk factors, investor perception of our Company and general economic and market conditions.

 

We are subject to the penny stock rules which will make our securities more difficult to sell.

 

We are subject to the SEC’s “penny stock” rules because our securities sell below $5.00 per share. The penny stock rules require broker-dealers to deliver a standardized risk disclosure document prepared by the SEC which provides information about penny stocks and the nature and level of risks in the penny stock market. The broker-dealer must also provide the customer with current bid and offer quotations for the penny stock, the compensation of the broker-dealer and its salesperson, and monthly account statements showing the market value of each penny stock held in the customer’s account. In addition, the bid and offer quotations, and the broker-dealer and salesperson compensation information must be given to the customer orally or in writing prior to completing the transaction and must be given to the customer in writing before or with the customer’s confirmation.

 

Furthermore, the penny stock rules require that prior to a transaction, the broker dealer must make a special written determination that the penny stock is a suitable investment for the purchaser and receive the purchaser’s written agreement to the transaction. The penny stock rules are burdensome and may reduce purchases of any offerings and reduce the trading activity for our securities. As long as our securities are subject to the penny stock rules, the holders of such securities will find it more difficult to sell their securities.

 

We are not likely to pay cash dividends in the foreseeable future.

 

We currently intend to retain any future earnings for use in the operation and expansion of our business. Accordingly, we do not expect to pay any cash dividends in the foreseeable future, but will review this policy as circumstances dictate.

 

SHARES ELIGIBLE FOR FUTURE SALE BY OUR CURRENT STOCKHOLDERS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT OUR STOCK PRICE.

 

The sale of a significant number of shares of common stock at any particular time could be difficult to achieve at the market prices prevailing immediately before such shares are offered. In addition, sales of substantial amounts of common stock, including shares issued upon the exercise of outstanding options and warrants, under Securities and Exchange Commission Rule 144 or otherwise could adversely affect the prevailing market price of our common stock and could impair our ability to raise capital at that time through the sale of our securities.

 

THERE IS A NEED FOR ANY GOVERNMENTAL APPROVAL OF OUR PRINCIPAL PRODUCTS.

 

Companies have been the target of class action lawsuits and other proceedings alleging, among other things, violations of federal and state workplace and employment laws. Proceedings of this nature, if successful, could result in our payment of substantial damages.

 

Our results of operations may be adversely affected by legal or governmental proceedings brought by or on behalf of employees or consumers. In recent years, a number of companies, including juice companies, have been subject to lawsuits, including class action lawsuits, alleging violations of federal and state law. A number of these lawsuits have resulted in the payment of substantial awards by the defendants. Although we are not currently a party to any material class action lawsuits, we could incur substantial damages and expenses resulting from lawsuits, which would increase the cost of operating the business and decrease the cash available for other uses.

 

WE ARE SUBJECT TO GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY REGULATION.

 

We are subject to various federal, state and local regulations. Our products are subject to state and local regulation by health, sanitation, food and workplace safety and other agencies. We may experience material difficulties or failures in obtaining the necessary licenses or approvals for new products which could delay planned execution of our business plan. We are subject to the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act and similar state laws that give civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities in the context of employment, public accommodations and other areas. We may in the future have to modify office and warehouse space, for example by adding access ramps or redesigning certain architectural fixtures, to provide service to or make reasonable accommodations for disabled persons. The expenses associated with these modifications could be material. Our operations are also subject to the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act, which governs such matters as minimum wages, overtime and other working conditions, along with the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act, family leave mandates and a variety of similar laws enacted by the states that govern these and other employment law matters. In addition, federal proposals to introduce a system of mandated health insurance and flexible work time and other similar initiatives could, if implemented, adversely affect our operations. In recent years, there has been an increased legislative, regulatory and consumer focus on nutrition and advertising practices in the food industry. As a result, we may in the future become subject to initiatives in the area of nutrition disclosure or advertising, such as requirements to provide information about the nutritional content of our products, which could increase our expenses.

 

AS A PUBLIC COMPANY, WE ARE SUBJECT TO COMPLEX LEGAL AND ACCOUNTING REQUIREMENTS THAT WILL REQUIRE US TO INCUR SIGNIFICANT EXPENSES AND WILL EXPOSE US TO RISK OF NON-COMPLIANCE.

 

As a public company, we are subject to numerous legal and accounting requirements that do not apply to private companies. The cost of compliance with many of these requirements is material, not only in absolute terms but, more importantly, in relation to the overall scope of the operations of a small company. Our relative inexperience with these requirements may increase the cost of compliance and may also increase the risk that we will fail to comply.

 

Failure to comply with these requirements can have numerous adverse consequences including, but not limited to, our inability to file required periodic reports on a timely basis, loss of market confidence and/or governmental or private actions against us. We cannot assure you that we will be able to comply with all of these requirements or that the cost of such compliance will not prove to be a substantial competitive disadvantage vis-à-vis our privately held and larger public competitors.

  

WE MAY BE SUBJECT TO SHAREHOLDER LITIGATION, THEREBY DIVERTING OUR RESOURCES THAT MAY HAVE A MATERIAL EFFECT ON OUR PROFITABILITY AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.

 

As discussed in the preceding risk factors, the market for our common shares is characterized by significant price volatility when compared to seasoned issuers, and we expect that our share price will continue to be more volatile than a seasoned issuer for the indefinite future. In the past, plaintiffs have often initiated securities class action litigation against a company following periods of volatility in the market price of its securities. We may become the target of similar litigation. Securities litigation will result in substantial costs and liabilities and will divert management’s attention and resources.

 

Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments

 

Not applicable

 

Item 2. Properties

 

Our principal executive office is located at 3416 Shadybrook Drive, Midwest City, OK 73110.

 

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

 

On April 25, 2013, Clinton H. /Richard Maher, et al (collectively, the “Plaintiffs”) filed a complaint with the United States District Court for the District of Nevada (the “Court”) alleging claims including securities fraud and breach of contract against Peter Hellwig, et al (collectively, the “Defendants”). On March 30, 2017, the Court issued an order granting in part motion for default judgment in favor of the Plaintiffs.

        

We are not currently involved in any litigation that we believe could have a materially adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations. Except as set forth above, there is no action, suit, proceeding, inquiry or investigation before or by any court, public board, government agency, self-regulatory organization or body pending or, to the knowledge of the executive officers of our Company or any of our subsidiaries, threatened against or affecting our Company, our common stock, any of our subsidiaries or of our Company’s or our Company’s subsidiaries’ officers or directors in their capacities as such, in which an adverse decision could have a material adverse effect.

 

Item 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.

 

Not applicable.

 

 

PART II

 

Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

 

(a) Market Information

 

The Company’s Common Stock is quoted on the OTC Markets under the under the symbol “FPFI.” The following table sets forth the quarterly high and low sale prices for our common shares for the last two completed fiscal years and the subsequent interim periods. The prices set forth below represent interdealer quotations, without retail markup, markdown or commission and may not be reflective of actual transactions.

 

Fiscal Year 2015 Quarters Ended:		High				Low
March 31, 2015		$	0.0600				0.0015
June 30, 2015			0.0110				0.0006
September 30, 2015			0.0013				0.0001
December 31, 2015			0.0003				0.0001
Fiscal Year 2016 Quarters Ended:			High				Low
March 31, 2016		$	0.0001			$	0.0001
June 30, 2016			0.0001				0.0001
September 30, 2016			0.0002				0.0001
December 31, 2016			0.0010				0.0001

 

(b) Holders

 

As of March 31, 2017, there were approximately 274 stockholders of record of our common stock. This figure does not take into account those shareholders whose certificates are held in the name of broker-dealers or other nominees.

 

(c) Dividends

 

We have never paid any cash dividends on our common shares, and we do not anticipate that we will pay any dividends with respect to those securities in the foreseeable future. Our current business plan is to retain any future earnings to finance the expansion development of our business.

 

(d) Securities Authorized for Issuance Under Equity Compensation Plans

 

We currently do not have an equity compensation plan.

 

Item 6. Selected Financial Data

 

Not applicable.

 

Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Result of Operations

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

We make forward-looking statements in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and elsewhere in this report based on the beliefs and assumptions of our management and on information currently available to us. Forward-looking statements include information about our possible or assumed future results of operations which follow under the headings “Business and Overview,” “Liquidity and Capital Resources,” and other statements throughout this report preceded by, followed by or that include the words “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “estimates” or similar expressions.

 

Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, including the risks and uncertainties described below and other factors we describe from time to time in our periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). We therefore caution you not to rely unduly on any forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements in this report speak only as of the date of this report, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

 

Plan of Operations

 

Our plan is to develop our brand name, to have it strongly associated with all of our distributed products and to focus on finding and developing the best nutritional supplement product options for North America and beyond.

 

GIDDY UP Energy Products is a wholesale manufacturer engaged in marketing and distribution of carbonated and non-carbonated energy drinks, shakes, energy bars, and related products. The company was a subsidiary of Creative Edge Nutrition, a nutritional supplement company focused on developing innovative, high quality supplements. The company manufactures under strict GMP guidelines at GMP Certified and/or FDA registered facilities (visit our website at www.giddyupenergyproducts.com for more information).

 

An experienced core management team is in place and has reviewed, studied and analyzed the natural and/or organic product market. The Company plans to establish a procurement program and will work with outside professionals to build its business, create brands through eco-friendly packaging and distinctive labeling, and develop key distribution relationships.

 

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

 

This Annual report on Form 10-K and other reports filed by Fresh Promise Foods, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company”) from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) contain or may contain forward-looking statements (collectively the “Filings”) and information that are based upon beliefs of, and information currently available to, the Company’s management as well as estimates and assumptions made by Company’s management. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. When used in the Filings, the words “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “future”, “intend”, “plan”, or the negative of these terms and similar expressions as they relate to the Company or the Company’s management identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the current view of the Company with respect to future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may differ significantly from those anticipated, believed, estimated, expected, intended, or planned.

 

Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States, the Company does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to actual results.

 

Our financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). These accounting principles require us to make certain estimates, judgments and assumptions. We believe that the estimates, judgments and assumptions upon which we rely are reasonable based upon information available to us at the time that these estimates, judgments and assumptions are made. These estimates, judgments and assumptions can affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. Our financial statements would be affected to the extent there are material differences between these estimates and actual results. In many cases, the accounting treatment of a particular transaction is specifically dictated by GAAP and does not require management’s judgment in its application. There are also areas in which management’s judgment in selecting any available alternative would not produce a materially different result. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and notes thereto appearing elsewhere in this report.

  

Results of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015

 

Revenues

 

We did not record any revenues for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. As discussed above, we discontinued our operating subsidiary Harvest Soul; which had been our sole source for sales revenue in prior periods. We are contemplating various opportunities as a means to generate future sales revenue; however, we can provide no assurance that our efforts will successfully result in any new revenues.

 

Gross Margin

 

Gross margin is calculated by subtracting cost of sales from revenue. Gross margin percentage is calculated by dividing gross margins by revenue.

 

We did not record any cost of goods sold for either of the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. As such, we did not realize any gross margin for either of the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015.

 

Operating Expenses

 

We did not incur any operating expenses from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2016, compared to $49,771 in operating expenses from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2015.

 

The primary components of our operating expenses include professional fees, investor relations activities, and various administrative and office expenses. The material decrease in our operating expenses is attributable to the effective suspension of operations experienced at the corporate level resulting from the legal matter described throughout this report involving current and former management. We expect our operating expenses to increase proportionally to our business activities as we begin to execute upon our Plan of Operations in future periods.

 

Other Income (Expense)

 

Net other expenses totaled $258,062 for the year ended December 31, 2016, compared to $718,068 in net other expenses for the year ended December 31, 2015.

 

The Company issues convertible notes to finance operations. Some notes have embedded derivative features. The value of these instruments fluctuate as the trading price of our common stock changes. During 2016, we experienced a non-cash gain of $81,934 from the decline in value of these derivative features. This compares to a non-cash gain of $870,439 from the decline in value of these derivative liabilities in 2015. During 2015, we incurred a non-cash expense of $742,709 in conjunction with the issuance of these notes. We did not incur any such expense in 2016.

 

In 2016, we recorded interest expense related to the amortization of debt discounts totaling $265,263 a decrease of $443,790 from 2015. Our other interest expenses decreased by $72,012, from $146,745 in 2015 to $74,733 in 2016. This decrease was the result of the conversion of certain interest bearing convertible promissory notes into common stock of the Company.

 

Net loss from continuing operations

 

We incurred a net loss from continuing operations of $258,062, or $0.00 per share, for the year ended December 31, 2016, compared to a net loss of $767,839, or $0.00 per share, for the year ended December 31, 2015.

 

The weighted average number of basic and fully diluted shares outstanding for the year ended December 31, 2016 was 829,919,771 compared to 321,224,450 for the year ended December 31, 2015. There are no dilutive equivalents included in our calculation of fully diluted shares for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, since their inclusion would be anti-dilutive due to our net loss per share.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern, which contemplates, among other things, the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the ordinary course of business.

 

The Company sustained a net loss of $421,214 for the year ended December 31, 2016 and a net loss of $1,855,849 for the year ended December 31, 2015. Because of the absence of positive cash flows from operations, the Company requires additional funding to execute upon its Plan of Operation. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The accompanying consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

 

We are presently unable to meet our obligations as they come due. At December 31, 2016, we had no assets and a working capital deficit of $3,607,005. Our working capital deficit is largely due to the increase in our convertible notes payable.

 

Net cash used in operating activities from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 was $0 and $177,849, respectively. Net cash used in operating activities from continuing operations primarily includes our net loss, offset by the amortization of debt discounts, derivative expenses and the change in the value of derivative liabilities.

 

Net cash used in operating activities from discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 was $0 and $367,978, respectively. Net cash used in operating activities from discontinued operations primarily includes our net loss, offset by an impairment charge to the assets associated with our discontinued business, the amortization of debt discounts, derivative expenses and the change in the value of derivative liabilities. 

 

Net cash provided by financing activities from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 was $0 and $404,164, respectively. Net cash provided by financing activities from continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2015 was solely from the issuance of convertible promissory notes.

 

Net cash provided by financing activities from discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 was $0 and $140,000, respectively. Net cash provided by financing activities from discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2015 was solely from the issuance of convertible promissory notes.

 

We anticipate that our cash requirements will arise from the need to fund our growth from operations, pay current obligations and future capital expenditures. The primary sources of funding in the near term for such requirements are expected to be cash generated from raising additional funds by the issuance of convertible notes. However, we can provide no assurances that we will be able to generate sufficient cash flow or obtain additional financing on terms satisfactory to us, if at all, to remain a going concern. Our continuation as a going concern is dependent upon our ability to generate sufficient cash flow to meet our obligations on a timely basis and ultimately to attain profitability. In addition, our Plan of Operation for the next twelve months is to raise capital to continue to expand our operations. We are presently engaged in capital raising activities through one or more private offering of our company’s securities. See “Note 2– Going Concern” in our financial statements for additional information as to the possibility that we may not be able to continue as a “going concern.”

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that is material to investors.

 

Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

 

We do not hold any derivative instruments and do not engage in any hedging activities.

 

Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS INC.

 

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

DECEMBER 31, 2016 AND DECEMBER 31, 2015

  

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

To the shareholders and the board of directors of Fresh Promise Foods, Inc.

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Fresh Promise Foods, Inc. as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the related statements of operations, stockholders' equity (deficit), and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) ("PCAOB") and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audit included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audit also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Substantial Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 2 to the financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring losses from operations and has a significant accumulated deficit. In addition, the Company continues to experience negative cash flows from operations. These factors raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern. Management's plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 2. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

 

 

/S/ BF Borgers CPA PC

BF Borgers CPA PC

 

We have served as the Company's auditor since 2018

Lakewood, CO

December 26, 2018 

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.

Consolidated Balance Sheets

 

		December 31, 2016				December 31, 2015
ASSETS
Current assets:
Total current assets		$	—			$	—
Total assets		$	—			$	—
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable		$	165,466			$	165,466
Accrued liabilities			255,492				180,758
Convertible notes payable, current			869,166				603,902
Derivative liabilities			1,090,696				1,172,631
Related party payables			3,600				3,600
Current liabilities of discontinued operations			1,222,585				1,059,434
Total current liabilities			3,607,005				3,185,791
Total liabilities			3,607,005				3,185,791
Commitments and contingencies			—				—
Stockholders’ Deficit:
Preferred stock - Series A, $0.00001 par value. 69,999,990 shares authorized; 10,000,0000 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively			100				100
Preferred stock - Series B, $0.00001 par value. 10 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively			—				—
Preferred stock - Series C, $0.00001 par value. 30,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively			—				—
Common stock, $0.00001 par value. 5,000,000,000 shares authorized; 829,920,304 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively			8,300				8,300
Additional paid-in capital			7,417,724				7,417,724
Accumulated deficit			(11,033,129	)			(10,611,915	)
Total stockholders’ deficit			(3,607,005	)			(3,185,791	)
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit		$	—			$	—

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.
Consolidated Statements of Operations

 

		Year Ended December 31, 2016				Year Ended December 31, 2015
Sales		$	—			$	—
Cost of goods sold			—				—
Gross margin			—				—
Operating expenses
General and administrative expenses			—				26,771
Professional fees			—				23,000
Total operating expenses			—				49,771
Income (loss) from continuing operations before other income (expense) and income taxes			—				(49,771	)
Other income (expenses)
Derivative liability expense			—				(742,709	)
Gain (loss) on change in value of derivative liabilities			81,934				870,439
Interest expense, net			(339,996	)			(845,798	)
Total other income (expense)			(258,062	)			(718,068	)
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes			(258,062	)			(767,839	)
Provision for income taxes (benefit)			—				—
Net income (loss) from continuing operations			(258,062	)			(767,839	)
Discontinued operations, net of income taxes			(163,152	)			(1,088,010	)
Net income (loss)		$	(421,214	)		$	(1,855,849	)
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per common share
Continuing operations		$	(0.00	)		$	(0.00	)
Discontinued operations		$	(0.00	)		$	(0.00	)
Net income (loss)		$	(0.00	)		$	(0.01	)
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding:
Basic and diluted			829,919,771				321,224,450

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Deficit

																																		Additional								Total
		Preferred Stock - Series A								Preferred Stock - Series B								Preferred Stock - Series C								Common Stock								Paid-in				Accumulated				Stockholders'
		Shares				Value				Shares				Value				Shares				Value				Shares				Value				Capital				Deficit				Deficit
Balance, December 31, 2014			—			$	—				2			$	—				308,180			$	3				7,155,532			$	72			$	7,135,239			$	(8,756,066	)		$	(1,620,752	)
Net income (loss)			—				—				—				—				—				—				—				—				—				(1,855,849	)			(1,855,849	)
Reverse cancellation of Series A preferred stock			10,000,000				100				—				—				—				—				—				—				(100	)			—				—
Cancellation of Series B and Series C preferred stock			—				—				(2	)			—				(308,180	)			(3	)			—				—				3				—				—
Issuance of common stock in connection with fractional shares caused by reverse stock split			—				—				—				—				—				—				690				—				—				—				—
Issuance of common stock in connection with the issuance of convertible debenture(s)			—				—				—				—				—				—				822,764,082				8,228				282,582				—				290,810
Balance, December 31, 2015			10,000,000			$	100				—			$	—				—			$	—				829,920,304			$	8,300			$	7,417,724			$	(10,611,915	)		$	(3,185,791	)
Net income (loss)			—				—				—				—				—				—				—				—				—				(421,214	)			(421,214	)
Balance, December 31, 2016			10,000,000			$	100				—			$	—				—			$	—				829,920,304			$	8,300			$	7,417,724			$	(11,033,129	)		$	(3,607,005	)

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

 

		Year Ended December 31, 2016				Year Ended December 31, 2015
Cash flows from operating activities of continuing operations:
Net income (loss)		$	(421,214	)		$	(1,855,849	)
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations			163,152				1,088,010
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to cash used in operating activities:
Amortization of debt discount			265,263				699,053
Debt issued in exchange for fees and services			—				85,431
Derivative expense			—				742,709
(Gain) loss on change in value of derivative liabilites			(81,934	)			(870,439	)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts payable			—				(133,349	)
Accrued liabilities			74,733				66,585
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities - continuing operations			—				(177,849	)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities - discontinued operations			—				(367,978	)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities			—				(545,827	)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities - continuing operations			—				—
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities - discontinued operations			—				—
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities			—				—
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from issuance of convertible notes			—				404,164
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities - continuing operations			—				404,164
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities - discontinued operations			—				140,000
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities			—				544,164
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents			—				(1,663	)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period			—				1,663
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period		$	—			$	—
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest		$	—			$	—
Cash paid for income taxes		$	—			$	—
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities:
Common stock issued to reduce convertible and promissory notes payable		$	—			$	290,810
Convertible notes issued to reduce related party payable		$	—			$	20,000

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

FRESH PROMISE FOODS, INC.

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Years Ended December 31, 2016 and 2015

  

NOTE 1 – NATURE OF BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

 

Nature of Business

 

Fresh Promise Foods, Inc. (“Fresh Promise” or the “Company”) is a consumer products and marketing company focused on the high-margin, multi-billion dollar health and wellness food and beverage sectors.

 

Effective January 20, 2015, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) effected in the marketplace a 1-for-150 reverse stock split for the common stock of Fresh Promise. On December 30, 2014, the Company filed with the Nevada Secretary of State a Certificate of Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation with respect to such 1-for-150 reverse stock split. All share and per share have been presented to give retroactive effective for this reverse stock split.

 

Going Concern

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern, which contemplates realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business for the twelve-month period following the date of these financial statements. On a consolidated basis, the Company has incurred significant operating losses since its inception.

 

Because the Company does not expect that existing operational cash flow will be sufficient to fund presently anticipated operations, this raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Therefore, the Company will need to raise additional funds and is currently exploring alternative sources of financing. Historically, the Company has raised capital through the issuance of convertible debt as a measure to finance working capital needs. The Company will be required to continue to do so until such time that its consolidated operations become profitable.

 

Discontinued Operations

 

In light of the Company’s legal proceedings involving certain former management, Fresh Promise decided to discontinue its business operations of its wholly-owned subsidiary Harvest Soul. This business was classified as discontinued operations beginning with the Company’s December 31, 2015 consolidated financial statements. In August 2018, Fresh Promise executed a definitive agreement to sell and transfer its equity interest in Harvest Soul.

 

The Company’s results of operations related to Harvest Soul have been reclassified as discontinued operations on a retrospective basis for all years presented. For additional information see Note 3 — Discontinued Operations.

 

Basis of Presentation

 

The Company uses the accrual basis of accounting and accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”). The Company has adopted a December 31 fiscal year end.

 

The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of Fresh Promise Foods Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary Harvest Soul Inc. All significant inter-company balances and transactions within the Company and subsidiary have been eliminated upon consolidation.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience, known or expected trends and various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable given the quality of information available as of the date of these financial statements. The results of these assumptions provide the basis for making estimates about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results could differ from these estimates.

  

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Fresh Promise Foods Inc. considers all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less to be cash equivalents. The Company places its cash with a high credit quality financial institution. The Company’s account at this institution is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) up to $250,000. For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company has not reached bank balances exceeding the FDIC insurance limit. To reduce its risk associated with the failure of such financial institution, the Company evaluates at least annually the rating of the financial institution in which it holds deposits.

 

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

 

The Company’s financial instruments are carried at the approximate fair value due either to length of maturity or interest rates that approximate prevailing market rates unless otherwise disclosed in these consolidated financial statements.

 

Net Income (Loss) per Common Share

 

Net income (loss) per share is calculated in accordance with FASB ASC 260, “Earnings per Share.” Basic net income (loss) per common share is based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding at December 31, 2016 and 2015. Diluted earnings per share is calculated by dividing the Company’s net loss available to common shareholders by the diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. The diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding is the basic weighted number of shares adjusted for any potentially dilutive debt or equity. At December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company had convertible notes outstanding that could be converted into approximately 12,579,757,236 and 18,178,047,136 common shares based up the closing bid price of the company’s common stock at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. Shares which would result from the conversion of the convertible notes were excluded from the calculation of net loss per share for 2016 and 2015 because the effect would be anti-dilutive.

 

Share-Based Compensation

 

ASC 718, Compensation – Stock Compensation, prescribes accounting and reporting standards for all share-based payment transactions in which employee services are acquired. Transactions include incurring liabilities, or issuing or offering to issue shares, options, and other equity instruments such as employee stock ownership plans and stock appreciation rights. Share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, are recognized as compensation expense in the financial statements based on their fair values. That expense is recognized over the period during which an employee is required to provide services in exchange for the award, known as the requisite service period (usually the vesting period).

 

The Company accounts for stock-based compensation issued to non-employees and consultants in accordance with the provisions of ASC 505-50, Equity – Based Payments to Non-Employees. Measurement of share-based payment transactions with non-employees is based on the fair value of whichever is more reliably measurable: (a) the goods or services received; or (b) the equity instruments issued. The fair value of the share-based payment transaction is determined at the earlier of performance commitment date or performance completion date.

 

No share-based expenses were recorded for the twelve months ended December 31, 2016 and 2015.

 

Income Taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes pursuant to the provisions of ASC 740-10, “Accounting for Income Taxes,” which requires, among other things, an asset and liability approach to calculating deferred income taxes. The asset and liability approach requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying amounts and the tax bases of assets and liabilities

 

A valuation allowance is provided to offset any net deferred tax assets for which management believes it is more likely than not that the net deferred asset will not be realized.

 

The Company follows the provisions of the ASC 740 -10 related to, Accounting for Uncertain Income Tax Positions. When tax returns are filed, it is highly certain that some positions taken would be sustained upon examination by the taxing authorities, while others are subject to uncertainty about the merits of the position taken or the amount of the position that would be ultimately sustained. In accordance with the guidance of ASC 740-10, the benefit of a tax position is recognized in the financial statements in the period during which, based on all available evidence, management believes it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination, including the resolution of appeals or litigation processes, if any. Tax positions taken are not offset or aggregated with other positions. Tax positions that meet the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold are measured as the largest amount of tax benefit that is more than 50 percent likely of being realized upon settlement with the applicable taxing authority. The portion of the benefits associated with tax positions taken that exceeds the amount measured as described above should be reflected as a liability for uncertain tax benefits in the accompanying balance sheet along with any associated interest and penalties that would be payable to the taxing authorities upon examination. The Company believes its tax positions will be highly certain of being upheld upon examination. As such, the Company has not recorded a liability for uncertain tax benefits.

 

The Company has adopted ASC 740-10-25 Definition of Settlement, which provides guidance on how an entity should determine whether a tax position is effectively settled for the purpose of recognizing previously unrecognized tax benefits and provides that a tax position can be effectively settled upon the completion of an examination by a taxing authority without being legally extinguished. For tax positions considered effectively settled, an entity would recognize the full amount of tax benefit, even if the tax position is not considered more likely than not to be sustained based solely on the basis of its technical merits and the statute of limitations remains open. Management has not filed tax returns for the years ended December 31, 2014 through 2017. The tax year 2013 remains open for examination.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

Except for rules and interpretive releases of the SEC under authority of federal securities laws and a limited number of grandfathered standards, the FASB Accounting Standards Codification™ (“ASC”) is the sole source of authoritative GAAP literature recognized by the FASB and applicable to the Company. Management has reviewed the aforementioned rules and releases and believes any effect will not have a material impact on the Company’s present or future financial statements.

  

NOTE 2 – GOING CONCERN

 

The Company’s consolidated financial statements are prepared using accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America applicable to a going concern which contemplates the realization of assets and liquidation of liabilities in the normal course of business. The Company has not yet established an ongoing source of revenues sufficient to cover its operating cost and allow it to continue as a going concern. The ability of the Company to continue as a going concern is dependent on the Company obtaining adequate capital to fund operating losses until it becomes profitable. If the Company is unable to obtain adequate capital, it could be forced to cease operations.

 

The Company incurred net losses of $421,214 and $1,855,849 for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, and the Company had accumulated deficits of $11,033,129 and $10,611,915 and working capital deficits of $3,607,005 and $3,185,791 at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

 

In order to continue as a going concern, the Company will need, among other things, additional capital resources. Management’s plan to obtain such resources for the Company include, obtaining debt or equity capital from various lenders, institutions and significant stockholders sufficient to meet its minimal operating expenses. However, management cannot provide any assurance that the Company will be successful in accomplishing any of its plans.

 

There is no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain sufficient additional funds when needed or that such funds, if available, will be obtainable on terms satisfactory to the Company. In addition, profitability will ultimately depend upon the level of revenues received from business operations. However, there is no assurance that the Company will attain profitability. The accompanying consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might be necessary if the Company is unable to continue as a going concern.

 

NOTE 3 – DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

 

In light of the Company’s legal proceedings involving certain former management, Fresh Promise decided to discontinue its business operations of its wholly-owned subsidiary Harvest Soul. This business was classified as discontinued operations beginning with the Company’s December 31, 2015 consolidated financial statements.

 

The Company made the decision to impair all of the assets of Harvest Soul resulting in a charge of $217,728. The decision to impair the assets was made as Harvest Soul was operating autonomously during the legal proceedings, and the Company determined that the assets presented it with no future economic benefit. The impairment charge is reflected under operating expenses in the operating results from discontinued operations summarized below.

 

Effective August 28, 2018, the Company executed an assignment and assumption agreement with Harvest Soul, LLC (the “Purchaser”) providing for the sale of certain assets and the assignment of certain (i) notes payable, (ii) accrued salaries and (iii) contracts (collectively the “Assumed Liabilities”) to Purchaser and the assumption of the Assumed Liabilities by the Purchaser.

 

The operating results of the Company’s Harvest Soul subsidiary classified as discontinued operations are summarized below:

 

 

	Year Ended December 31, 2016				Year Ended December 31, 2015
Sales	$	—			$	—
Cost of goods sold		—				—
Gross margin		—				—
Operating expenses		—				692,765
Other income (expenses)		(163,152	)			(395,245)
Provision for income taxes (benefit)		—				—
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations	$	(163,152	)		$	(1,088,010)

 

The following table presents the major classes of assets and liabilities of Harvest Soul classified as discontinued operations in the consolidated balance sheets:

 

 

	December 31, 2016				December 31, 2015
Assets:
Current assets:
Total current assets		—				—
Total assets	$	—			$	—
Liabilities:
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	51,461			$	51,461
Accrued liabilities		65,348				31,759
Capital lease liability, current		43,426				43,426
Convertible notes payable, current		559,829				379,722
Derivative liabilities		502,521				553,066
Total current liabilities		1,222,585				1,059,434
Total liabilities		1,222,585				1,059,434
Net liabilities of discontinued operations:	$	(1,222,585	)		$	(1,059,434)

 

NOTE 4 – RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

At the time of his appointment, Mr. Joseph C. Canouse received one (1) share of convertible Series B preferred stock which was previously issued to a director. In 2013, the Company issued one (1) additional share of convertible Series B preferred stock to Mr. Kevin P. Quirk when he joined the Company. The stock has no par value and is not traded publicly. Each of these shares were effectively rescinded by the Company during the year ended December 31, 2015.

 

On January 28, 2014, the Company converted $11,000 of a $22,000 convertible note to 24,445 common shares from Mr. Joseph C. Canouse. The note had been purchased from a former officer of the Company based on the contractual conversion terms per agreement. The balance of this note was $8,263 at December 31, 2016.

 

On January 31, 2015, the Company executed a convertible promissory note for $179,268 with its former chief executive officer and director Mr. Kevin P. Quirk in lieu of cash for unpaid compensation and expenses. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of January 31, 2016. The conversion price is the bid price on the day prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001. The balance of this note remains $179,268 at December 31, 2016. This note was assumed by Harvest Soul in the assignment and assumption agreement dated August 28, 2018. It is included under current liabilities of discontinued operations in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets.

 

On April 1, 2015, the Company amended the terms of a convertible promissory note for $12,000 with its former chief financial officer and chairman Mr. Joseph C. Canouse. The aged debt was purchased from its original note holder. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of April 1, 2016. The conversion price is the bid price on the day prior to the date of conversion. The balance of this note remains $12,000 at December 31, 2016.

 

On June 30, 2015, the Company executed a convertible promissory note for $62,229 with its former chief executive officer and director Mr. Kevin P. Quirk in lieu of cash for unpaid compensation and expenses. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of June 30, 2016. The conversion price is the bid price on the day prior to the date of conversion. The balance of this note remains $62,229 at December 31, 2016. Harvest Soul assumed this note in the assignment and assumption agreement dated August 28, 2018. It is included under current liabilities of discontinued operations in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets.

 

On June 30, 2015, the Company executed a convertible promissory note for $152,333 with its executive vice president and director Scott C. Martin in lieu of cash for unpaid compensation and expenses. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of June 30, 2016. The conversion price is the bid price on the day prior to the date of conversion. The balance of this note remains $152,333 at December 31, 2016. This note was assumed by Harvest Soul in the assignment and assumption agreement dated August 28, 2018. It is included under current liabilities of discontinued operations in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets.

 

On August 21, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $30,000 with its former chief financial officer and chairman Mr. Joseph C. Canouse. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of August 21, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion. The balance of this note remains $30,000 at December 31, 2016.

 

On August 24, 2015, the Company executed two (2) promissory notes, each in the principal amount of $15,000, for an aggregate $30,000 with its former chief financial officer and chairman Mr. Joseph C. Canouse. The notes bear interest at 6% and have a maturity date of August 24, 2016. The notes can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion. The balance of these notes remains $30,000 at December 31, 2016.

 

NOTE 5 –CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE

 

The following tables set forth the components of the Company’s convertible notes at December 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015:

 

		December 31, 2016				December 31, 2015
Principal value of convertible notes		$	869,166			$	869,166
Unamortized loan discounts			(-	)			(265,264	)
Total convertible notes, net		$	869,166			$	603,902

 

The following table sets forth a summary of change in our convertible notes payable for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015:

 

Beginning balance, January 1, 2015		$	388,956
Increase in principal amounts outstanding from the issuance of convertible notes			524,917
Increase in principal amounts outstanding due to lender adjustments per terms of the note agreements			14,524
Conversion of principal amounts outstanding into common stock of the Company			(278,198	)
Debt discounts recorded in connection with the issuance of convertible notes			(715,504	)
Amortization of debt discounts associated with convertible notes			699,053
Amortization of debt premiums associated with convertible notes			(29,846	)
Ending balance, December 31, 2015		$	603,902
Amortization of debt discounts associated with convertible notes			265,264
Ending balance, December 31, 2016		$	869,166

 

On January 5, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $20,000. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of January 5, 2016. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 30% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001. This note was sold to a third party on August 21, 2015 and the terms of the notes were modified. The new note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of August 20, 2017. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 10 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On January 26, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $28,000. The note bears interest at 12% and has a maturity date of January 26, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 10 trading days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001.

 

On February 10, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $52,500. The note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of February 10, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 55% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001.

 

On February 10, 2015, its holder sold dated June 30, 2014 a promissory note for $88,500 to a third-party investor and the terms of the note were modified. The note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of February 10, 2016. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 55% off the conversion price. The conversion price is the average bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001.

 

On February 13, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $50,000. The note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of February 13, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 30% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001. This note was sold to a third party on August 21, 2015 and the terms of the notes were modified. The new note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of August 20, 2017. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 10 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On March 17, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $28,000. The note bears interest at 12% and has a maturity date of March 17, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 10 trading days prior to the date of conversion, but no less than $0.0001.

 

On March 27, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $15,000. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of March 27, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On April 1, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $12,000. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of March 27, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a at a rate equivalent to the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On May 28, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $23,000. The note bears interest at 12% and has a maturity date of February 28, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 20 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On August 7, 2015, its holder sold two promissory notes aggregating $46,705 and originating in 2014 to a third-party investor and the terms of the notes were modified. The new note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of August 6, 2017. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 20 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On August 21, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $30,000. The note bears interest at 6% and has a maturity date of August 21, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On August 24, 2015, the Company executed two (2) promissory notes, each in the principal amount of $15,000, for an aggregate $30,000. The notes bear interest at 6% and have a maturity date of August 24, 2016. The notes can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average closing bid price on the 3 days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On September 2, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $51,414. The note bears interest at 12% and has a maturity date of February 28, 2016. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 20 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On September 4, 2015, the Company executed a promissory note for $52,500. The note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of September 4, 2017. It can be converted into common stock at a discount of 45% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is the average of the three lowest bid prices during the 10 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company received debt proceeds from the issuance of five convertible promissory notes aggregating $99,500 to certain lenders. The Company has attempted with no avail to locate these note agreements and validate the sources of these debt proceeds. It has exhausted all of its available resources in its efforts to locate these notes and note holders. As such, the Company has made certain assumptions in regards to the contractual terms associated with these notes, which are consistent with other convertible debt securities issued during the period.

 

As of December 31, 2016, the majority of the Company’s convertible promissory notes were in default of payment per the terms of their contractual maturity dates. To the best of its knowledge, the Company has not received any formal notices of default, demands for payment or other forms of claim as a result of these defaults.

 

All of the convertible notes were analyzed at the time of their issuance for derivative accounting consideration. In some instances, the Company concluded that a derivative liability existed. The derivative liabilities were measured using the commitment-date stock price. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company determined that the fair value of these derivative liabilities totaled $1,090,696 and $1,172,631, respectively.

 

The value of the derivative liabilities was determined using the following Black-Scholes methodology:

 

		For the Years Ended
		December 31, 2016				December 31, 2015
Expected dividend yield (1)			0.00	%			0.00	%
Risk-free interest rate (2)			0.85	%			0.65	%
Expected volatility (3)			422.76 – 590.15	%			326.28 – 326.49	%
Expected life (in years)			0.75 – 1.00				0.75 – 1.67

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(1)	The Company has no history or expectation of paying cash dividends on its common stock.
(2)	The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield for a term consistent with the expected life of the promissory notes in effect at the time of issuance.
(3)	The volatility of the Company’s common stock is based on trading activity for the previous contractual term ended at each promissory note issuance date.

 

A portion of this amount is recorded as a debt discount and is amortized as interest expense over the term of the related convertible debentures. The remaining debt discounts associated with these beneficial conversion features was $0 and $265,264 as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. The related amortization expense was $265,264 and $669,053 for the year ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. See Note 8 – Fair Value Measurements for additional details.

 

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company converted, upon receiving formal notices from its noteholders, $278,198 in note principal, plus accrued interest totaling $12,612, into 822,764,082 shares of common stock.

 

At December 31, 2016, the number of shares of common stock underlying these convertible debentures totaled 12,579,757,236 shares.

 

NOTE 6 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)

 

The authorized common stock of the Company consists of 5,000,000,000 shares with a par value $0.00001. The Company also has 10 shares of par value $0.00001 Preferred B stock authorized and 30,000,000 par value $0.00001 par value Preferred C stock authorized.

 

Series A Preferred Stock

 

At December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company had 10,000,000 shares of its Series A preferred stock issued and outstanding. The majority of the Series A preferred stock entitles the stockholders to 67% overall voting rights.

 

 

Series B Preferred Stock

 

Each one share of Series B Preferred has voting rights equal to four times the sum of all shares of common stock issued and outstanding at time of voting, plus all shares of Series C Preferred Stock issued and outstanding at time of voting, divided by the number of shares of Series B Preferred Stock issued and outstanding at the time of voting.

 

By unanimous written consent of the Board during 2013, the Board issued an aggregate of two (2) shares of Series B Preferred, to two individuals (the “Series B Stockholders”). As a result of the voting rights granted to the Series B Preferred, the Series B Stockholders together held in the aggregate approximately 80% of the total voting power of all issued and outstanding voting capital of the Company.

 

Effective for the year ending December 31, 2015, these outstanding shares of Series B preferred stock were rescinded by the Company. This series was issued without proper shareholder approval and notification.

 

Series C Preferred Stock

 

Series C Preferred Stock has voting rights of one vote per share owned. The Preferred C stock is convertible into common stock of the Company at the rate of 0.10 per common share for each share of Preferred C stock. The holders of Series C Preferred stock are entitled to receive any dividend declared by the Board of Directors.

 

Effective for the year ending December 31, 2015, all outstanding shares of Series C preferred stock were rescinded by the Company. This series was issued without proper shareholder approval and notification.

 

Common Stock

 

At December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company had 878,592,947 shares of its common stock issued and outstanding.

 

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the company issued 871,437,415 shares of common stock in connection with the conversion of $278,198 in principal and $12,612 in accrued interest related to its convertible promissory notes. These issuances were exempt from registration under rule 144.

 

No common stock was issued during the year ended December 31, 2016.

 

Common Stock Warrants

 

The Company did not issue any warrants during the years ended December 31, 2016 or 2015. During 2015, an aggregate 30,222 warrants expired. These warrants were issued in 2013, and represented the only outstanding warrants granted by the Company. There were no outstanding warrants at December 31, 2016 or 2015.  

 

NOTE 7 – INCOME TAXES

  

As of December 31, 2016, the Company had net operating loss carry forwards of approximately $11.0 million that may be available to reduce our tax liability through tax year 2036. We estimate the benefits of this loss carry forward at $2,316,957 if the Company produces sufficient taxable income. No adjustments to the financial statements have been recorded for this potential tax benefit. The Company has no provisions from income tax in 2016, due to current period losses and full valuation allowance on deferred tax assets.

 

A reconciliation of the federal statutory rate of 21% to the Company’s effective tax rate is as follows:

 

		2016				2015
Expected expense (benefit) (21%)		$	(54,193	)		$	(161,246	)
State income taxes, net of federal benefit			(12,232	)			(26,396	)
Valuation allowance			66,425				197,642
Accrued expense (benefit)		$	—			$	—

 

The cumulative tax effect at the expected rate of 21% of significant items comprising our net deferred tax amount is as follows as of December 31, 2016 and 2015:

 

		2016				2015
Deferred tax asset attributable to:
Net operating loss carryover		$	2,316,957			$	2,228,502
Less: valuation allowance			(2,316,957	)			(2,228,502	)
Net deferred tax asset		$	—			$	—

  

Tax net operating loss carryforwards may be limited pursuant to the IRS Section 382 in the event of certain ownership changes.

   

NOTE 8 – FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

 

The Company has adopted the guidance under ASC Topic 820 for financial instruments measured on a fair value on a recurring basis. ASC Topic 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy, giving the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets and the lowest priority to unobservable data and requires disclosures for assets and liabilities measured at fair value based on their level in the hierarchy. Further authoritative accounting guidance (ASU No. 2009-05) under ASC Topic 820, provides clarification that in circumstances in which a quoted price in an active market for the identical liabilities is not available, a reporting entity is required to measure fair value using one or more of the techniques provided for in this update.

 

The standard describes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels of input, of which the first two are considered observable and the last unobservable, that may be used to measure fair value, which are the following:

 

Level 1 – Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.

 

Level 2 – Input other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets of liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liabilities.

 

Level 3 – Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.

 

Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment, and considers factors specific to the asset or liability.

 

The Company analyzes all financial instruments with features of both liabilities and equity under ASC 480, “Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity” and ASC 815, “Derivatives and Hedging”. Derivative liabilities are adjusted to reflect fair value at each period end, with any increase or decrease in the fair value being recorded in results of operations as adjustments to fair value of derivatives. The effects of interactions between embedded derivatives are calculated and accounted for in arriving at the over- all fair value of the financial instruments. In addition, the fair value of free-standing derivative instruments such as warrant and option derivatives are valued using the Black-Scholes modes.

 

The Company uses Level 3 inputs for its valuation methodology for the embedded conversion option liabilities as their fair value were determined by using the Black Scholes option-pricing model based on various assumptions. The Company’s derivative liabilities are adjusted to reflect fair value at each period end, with any increase or decrease in the fair value being recorded in results of operations as adjustments to fair value of derivatives.

 

The following table summarizes the change in the Company’s financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value as of December 31, 2015:

 

						Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using
						Quoted prices in		Significant Other				Significant
						Active Markets for		Observable				Unobservable
						Identical Assets		Inputs				Inputs
Description		12/31/2015				(Level l)		(Level 2)				(Level 3)
Convertible promissory notes with embedded conversion option		$	1,172,631			-		-				$	1,172,631
Total		$	1,172,631			-		-				$	1,172,631

 

The following table summarizes the change in the Company’s financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value as of December 31, 2016:

 

						Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using
						Quoted prices in		Significant Other				Significant
						Active Markets for		Observable				Unobservable
						Identical Assets		Inputs				Inputs
Description		12/31/2016				(Level l)		(Level 2)				(Level 3)
Convertible promissory notes with embedded conversion option		$	1,090,696			-		-				$	1,090,696
Total		$	1,090,696			-		-				$	1,090,696

 

The following table sets forth a summary of change in fair value of our derivative liabilities for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015:

 

Beginning balance, January 1, 2015		$	584,856
Change in fair value of embedded conversion features of convertible promissory notes included in earnings		$	(847,933	)
Embedded conversion option liability recorded in connection with the issuance of convertible promissory notes		$	1,435,708
Ending balance, December 31, 2015		$	1,172,631
Change in fair value of embedded conversion features of convertible promissory notes included in earnings		$	(81,935	)
Embedded conversion option liability recorded in connection with the issuance of convertible promissory notes		$	-
Ending balance, December 31, 2016		$	1,090,696

  

Note 9 – Commitments and Contingencies

 

On April 25, 2013, Clinton H. /Richard Maher, et al (collectively, the “Plaintiffs”) filed a complaint with the United States District Court for the District of Nevada (the “Court”) alleging claims including securities fraud and breach of contract against Peter Hellwig, et al (collectively, the “Defendants”). On March 30, 2017, the Court issued an order granting in part motion for default judgment in favor of the Plaintiffs.

 

On January 6, 2016, the Company entered into a Director Resignation and Release Agreement with Kevin P. Quirk (the “Release Agreement”). In accordance with the Release Agreement, Mr. Quirk resigned from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director and, in consideration for such resignations and Mr. Quirk’s release of the Company from liability; the Company released Mr. Quirk from liability.

 

NOTE 10 – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

In accordance with FASB ASC 855-10 Subsequent Events, the Company has analyzed its operations subsequent to December 31, 2016 to the date these consolidated financial statements were issued, and has determined that it does not have any material subsequent events to disclose in these consolidated financial statements, except as follows:

 

On June 27, 2017, Creative Edge Nutrition, a Nevada corporation ("CEN") and Fresh Promise executed an asset purchase agreement whereby the Company purchased the assets and liabilities of CEN's subsidiary, Giddy Up Energy Products, Inc. ("Giddy"). As consideration, the Company agreed to exchange 4,719,760,108 shares of its common stock. On January 24, 2018, the Company completed the distribution of its common shares to the CEN shareholders in order to consummate the acquisition of Giddy. Pursuant to the Agreement, the Company is in the process of spinning out its existing assets and liabilities and assuming Giddy's business plan involving nutritional supplements and energy drinks focusing on an active lifestyle. Management is currently analyzing the transaction to determine the appropriate method to account for the acquisition.

 

On October 13, 2017, the Company entered into a Director Resignation and Release Agreement with Scott C. Martin (the “Release Agreement”). In accordance with the Release Agreement, Mr. Martin resigned from his position as Director and, in consideration for such resignation and Mr. Martin’s release of the Company from liability; the Company released Mr. Martin from liability.

 

On April 5, 2018, David G. Wiser filed a lawsuit against the Company for debt acquired in the asset purchase agreement with Creative Edge Nutrition due to the non-convertibility of his debt resulting from the lack of shares available to issue while the Company was delinquent in its filings with the SEC. On April 27, 2018, the lawsuit was settled when the Company issued Mr. Wiser one preferred share convertible into 850 million shares of common stock.

 

Effective August 28, 2018, the Company executed an assignment and assumption agreement with Harvest Soul, LLC (the “Purchaser”) providing for the sale of certain assets and assignment of certain (i) notes payable, (ii) accrued salaries and (iii) contracts (collectively the “Assumed Liabilities”) to Purchaser and the assumption of the Assumed Liabilities by the Purchaser.

 

Since January 1, 2017, the Company has converted principal and accrued interest amounts outstanding on notes payable into 1,878,178,081 shares of its common stock. The total amount of principal and accrued interest converted was $131,387. The conversions were done at the contractual terms per the agreements.

 

On March 13, 2018, the Company issued a convertible promissory note for $5,500. The note bears interest at 12% and has a maturity date of March 13, 2019. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 50% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is equal to the lowest bid price during the 20 trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

On December 12, 2018, the Company issued a convertible promissory note for $25,000. The note bears interest at 8% and has a maturity date of December 12, 2019. The note can be converted into common stock at a discount of 40% off of the conversion price. The conversion price is equal to The conversion price is equal to the lowest bid price during the five trading days prior to the date of conversion.

 

Since January 1, 2017, the Company has issued 160,000,000 shares of restricted common stock in a private placement sales with an accredited investor for gross proceeds totaling $16,000.

 

 

Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants and Financial Disclosure 

 

Effective May 1, 2018, the Company dismissed D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. as its independent registered public accounting firm and engaged BF Borgers CPA PC as its independent registered public accounting firm. D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. audited our financial statements for the periods ended December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 and reviewed the financials prepared by the previous public accounting firm for the period ended December 31, 2012. The dismissal of D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. was approved by our Board of Directors effective May 1, 2018. D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. did not resign or decline to stand for re-election.

 

Neither the report of D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. dated April 24, 2015 on our balance sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 nor the report of D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. dated April 15, 2014 on our balance sheets as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 contained an adverse opinion or a disclaimer of opinion, nor was either such report qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting principles, except that both such reports raised substantial doubts on our ability to continue as a going concern.

 

During our two most recent fiscal years and the subsequent interim period preceding our decision to dismiss D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. we had no disagreements with the firm on any matter of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure, or auditing scope of procedure which disagreement if not resolved to the satisfaction of D’Arelli Pruzansky, P.A. would have caused it to make reference to the subject matter of the disagreement in connection with its report.

 

During our two most recent fiscal years and the subsequent interim period prior to retaining BF Borgers CPA PC (1) neither we nor anyone on our behalf consulted BF Borgers CPA PC regarding (a) either the application of accounting principles to a specified transaction, either completed or proposed, or the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on our financial statements or (b) any matter that was the subject of a disagreement or a reportable event as set forth in Item 304(a)(1)(iv) and (v), respectively, of Regulation S-K, and (2) BF Borgers CPA PC did not provide us with a written report or oral advice that they concluded was an important factor considered by us in reaching a decision as to accounting, auditing or financial reporting issue.

 

Item 9A. Controls and Procedures

 

(a) Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

 

Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer has evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)), in connection with the preparation of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, as of December 31, 2016.

 

Based on the review described above, our Chief Executive Officer determined that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of the end of the period covered by this report.

 

(b) Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

There were no significant changes in our internal controls over financial reporting that occurred subsequent to our evaluation of our internal control over financial reporting for the period ended December 31, 2016 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

Our Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting under the supervision of the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer. Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

 

Management evaluated the design and operation of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2016, based on the framework and criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in May 2013, and has concluded that such internal control over financial reporting were not effective.

 

An evaluation was performed, under the supervision of, and with the participation of, our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-(e) to the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934). Based on that evaluation, our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were not adequate and effective, as of December 31, 2016, to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in the Commission’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

We do not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures or internal control over financial reporting will prevent all errors and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance that the objectives of the system are met and cannot detect all deviations. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of control can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud or deviations, if any, within the Company have been detected.

 

This report does not include an attestation report of our registered public accounting firm regarding internal control over financial reporting. Management’s report was not subject to attestation by our registered public accounting firm pursuant to temporary rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission that permit the company to provide only management’s report in this report.

 

Item 9B. Other Information

 

Not applicable.

 

  

PART III

 

Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

 

Our bylaws provide that our board of directors shall consist of at least one member and will be determined by resolution of our board of directors. The number of members of our board of directors is currently two.

 

The following table lists our directors and provides their respective ages and titles as of December 31, 2016.

 

Name		Age		Position
Joe E. Poe, Jr. (1)		55		Chairman of the Board of Directors, CEO
Scott C. Martin (2)		46		Director, Secretary

 

(1) Effective May 4, 2017, the Board approved by unanimous written consent the appointment of Mr. Joe E. Poe, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board.

 

(2) On June 4, 2014, the Board approved by unanimous written consent the appointment of Scott Martin as a member of the Board and Secretary of the Company. On October 13, 2017, the Company entered into a Director Resignation and Release Agreement with Scott C. Martin whereby Mr. Martin resigned from his position as Director and, in consideration for such resignation and Mr. Martin’s release of the Company from liability, the Company released Mr. Martin from liability.

 

Executive Summaries

 

Joe E. Poe, Jr., Chief Executive Officer and Director

 

Mr. Poe, age 55, has worked in the securities industry since 1987, currently working in compliance of customer securities deposits. He currently serves on several Charity Boards, including Chairman of the Oklahoma City Pow Wow Club.

 

Mr. Poe graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1986, where he was a member of its intercollegiate swimming team.

 

Scott C. Martin, Director and Secretary

 

Mr. Martin, age 46, brings almost twenty years of experience in finance, consulting and public company restructuring to the Company. Previously, beginning in 1996, with J.P. Carey, Inc. and affiliated companies, Mr. Martin was involved in financing various public and private companies. Beginning in 2011, he was Executive Vice President with American Premium Water Corporation, which transitioned from financial services to selling spring water. From 2013 through present, Mr. Martin has been an Executive Vice President for the Company.

 

Mr. Martin has an undergraduate degree from Stetson University, where he graduated in 1992.

 

Board Committees

 

The Board does not currently have any committees.

 

Term of Office

 

Our directors are appointed for a one-year term to hold office until the next annual general meeting of our shareholders or until removed from office in accordance with our bylaws. Our officers are appointed by our Board and hold office until removed by the Board.

 

Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance

 

Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 requires our directors and executive officers and persons who own more than 10 percent of a registered class of our equity securities to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission initial reports of ownership and reports of changes in ownership of our common stock and other equity securities. These Section 16 reporting persons are required by Securities and Exchange Commission regulations to furnish us with copies of all Section 16 forms they file.

 

Item 11. Executive Compensation

 

The following table sets forth compensation for each of the past three fiscal years with respect to each person who served as Chief Executive Officer of the Company and each of the four most highly-compensated executive officers of the Company who earned a total annual salary and bonuses that exceeded $100,000 in any of the two preceding fiscal years.

 

SUMMARY COMPENSATION TABLE
(a) Name and Principal Position		(b) Year				(c) Salary				(d) Bonus				(e) Stock Awards				(f) Option Awards				(g) Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation				(h) Nonqualified Deferred Earnings Compensation				(i) All Other Compensation				(j) Total
Kevin Quirk (1)			2016				-				-				-				-				-				-				-				-
Chairman & CEO			2015			$	176,400			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	176,400
			2014			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-			$	-

 

(1) Effective January 6, 2016, Mr. Kevin P. Quirk resigned from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director.

 

Compensation of Directors

 

Any Director who also becomes our employee will receive no extra compensation for their service on our Board of Directors. Directors may be compensated for out-of-pocket expenses associated with attending Board of Directors’ meetings.

 

Employment Agreements

 

The Company entered into an Employment Agreement with Joe E. Poe on May 1, 2017.

 

Any Director who also becomes our employee will receive no extra compensation for their service on our Board of Directors. Directors may be compensated for out-of-pocket expenses associated with attending Board of Directors’ meetings.

 

Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

 

The following table sets forth information concerning the beneficial ownership of shares of our common stock with respect to stockholders who were known by us to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of our common stock as of December 31, 2016, and our officers and directors, individually and as a group. Unless otherwise indicated, the beneficial owner has sole voting and investment power with respect to such shares of common stock.

 

Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and generally includes voting or investment power with respect to securities. In accordance with the SEC rules, shares of our common stock which may be acquired upon exercise of stock options or warrants which are currently exercisable or which become exercisable within 60 days of the date of the table are deemed beneficially owned by the optionees, if applicable. Subject to community property laws, where applicable, the persons or entities named below have sole voting and investment power with respect to all shares of our common stock indicated as beneficially owned by them.

 

Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions and Director Independence

 

We have not entered into any transactions nor are there any proposed transactions in which any of our Directors, executive officers, stockholders or any member of their immediate family of any of the foregoing had or is to have a direct or indirect material interest.

 

Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services

 

The following table presents the aggregate fees billed by for services provided during our 2016 and 2015 fiscal years.

 

		2016				2015
Audit related fees		$	-			$	20,000
Tax fees			-				-
Totals		$	-			$	20,000

 

Audit Fees. The fees identified under this caption were for professional services rendered by D’Arelli Pruzansky, PA ($0 and $20,000) for fiscal years 2016 and 2015 respectively in connection with the audit of our annual financial statements and review of the financial statements included in our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The amounts also include fees for services that are normally provided by the independent public registered accounting firm in connection with statutory and regulatory filings and engagements for the years identified.

 

Audit-Related Fees. The fees identified under this caption were for assurance and related services that were related to the performance of the audit or review of our financial statements and were not reported under the caption “Audit Fees.” Audit-related fees consisted primarily of fees paid for Securities and Exchange Commission reporting matters and consents related to our uniform franchise offering circulars.

 

Tax Fees. Tax fees consist principally of assistance related to tax compliance and reporting.

 

Approval Policy. Our audit committee approves in advance all services provided by our independent registered public accounting firm. All engagements of our independent registered public accounting firm in fiscal years 2016 and 2015 were pre-approved by Board of Directors.

 

 

PART IV

 

Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statements, Schedules

 

31.1		Certification by the Principal Executive Officer of Registrant pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a)) *
31.2		Certification by the Principal Financial Officer of Registrant pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a))*
32.1		Certification by the Principal Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002*
32.2		Certification by the Principal Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 *
101.INS		XBRL Instance Document **
101.SCH		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema **
101.CAL		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase **
101.DEF		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase **
101.LAB		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase **
101.PRE		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase **

 

* Filed herewith.

** Furnished herewith.

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

	FRESH PROMISE FOODS INC., INC.
Date: December 27, 2018	By:	/s/ Joe E. Poe, Jr.
	Name:	Joe E. Poe, Jr.
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer
		(Principal Executive Officer)

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

Signature		Title		Date
/s/ Joe E. Poe, Jr.		Chief Executive Officer		December 27, 2018
Joe E. Poe, Jr.