JSDA Jones Soda Co (QB)

Jones Soda Co. (the Company) (OTCQB:JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its unique branding and innovative marketing, today announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014.

The Company reported a net loss of $429,000 or $(0.01) per share, for the second quarter of 2014 compared to a net loss of $95,000 or $(0.00) per share, for the second quarter 2013. Results for the second quarter of 2014 were impacted by key distributor transitions in certain regions and increased costs of production due to commodity glass prices and special packaging for a major retail chain.

Jennifer Cue, CEO of Jones Soda Co., stated, “As we complete the restructuring process of our business, we are now shifting the management team’s focus from stability towards growth and profitability. I am extremely pleased with the significant improvements we have achieved in our operating structure over the long term. We have made some key investments in the second quarter of 2014 that impacted our net loss; however, these were mission-critical expenditures to build new distribution in certain regions and to foster a growing relationship with a major international retailer. With the diverse Jones product portfolio and upcoming innovations in products, programs and partnerships, we are excited for our future.”

Second Quarter Review - Comparison of Quarters Ended June 30, 2014 and 2013

• Revenue decreased 9.5% to $3.9 million, compared to $4.3 million last year.
• Gross margin decreased to 22.5% of revenue, compared to 28.8% of revenue last year due to higher costs of commodity glass and special packaging for a major retail chain.
• Operating expenses decreased slightly by $41,000, or 3.1%, to $1.27 million, compared to $1.32 million last year.
• Net loss increased to $429,000, or $(0.01) per share, compared to a net loss of $95,000 or $(0.00) per share, last year.

Conference Call

The Company will discuss its results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, on its scheduled conference call today, August 7, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 p.m. Pacific time). This call will be webcast and can be accessed by visiting our website at www.jonessoda.com or www.jonessoda.com/company/jones-press/webcasts. Investors may also listen to the call via telephone by dialing 719-325-2177 (confirmation code: 2936909). In addition, a telephone replay will be available by dialing 858-384-5517 (confirmation code: 2936909) through August 14, 2014, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

About Jones Soda Co.

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Jones Soda Co® markets and distributes its premium beverages under the Jones® Soda, Jones Zilch® and Jones Stripped™ brands. A leader in the premium soda category, Jones Soda is known for its variety of flavors, high-quality ingredients including pure cane sugar and organic agave syrup, and innovative labeling technique that incorporates always-changing photos sent in from its consumers. Jones Soda is sold through traditional beverage retailers in markets primarily across North America. For more information, visit www.jonessoda.com or www.myjones.com.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure

Certain statements in this press release are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include all passages containing words such as “will,” “aims,” “anticipates,” “becoming,” “believes,” “continue,” “estimates,” “expects,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “targets,” or “upcoming.” Forward-looking statements also include any other passages that are primarily relevant to expected future events or that can only be evaluated by events that will occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the time the statements are made and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated or implied in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could affect the Company's actual results include, among others: its ability to successfully execute on its operating plans for 2014; its ability to maintain and expand distribution arrangements with distributors, independent accounts, retailers or national retail accounts; its ability to manage operating expenses and generate sufficient cash flow from operations; its ability to increase revenues and achieve case sales goals on reduced operating expenses; its ability to develop and introduce new products to satisfy customer preferences; its ability to market and distribute brands on a national basis; changes in consumer demand or market acceptance for its products; its ability to increase demand and points of distribution for its products or to successfully innovate new products and product extensions; its ability to maintain relationships with co-packers; its ability to maintain a consistent and cost-effective supply of raw materials; its ability to maintain brand image and product quality; its ability to attract, retain and motivate key personnel; its ability to protect its intellectual property; the impact of future litigation; the impact of intense competition from other beverage suppliers; and its ability to access the capital markets for any future equity financing. More information about factors that potentially could affect the Company’s operations or financial results is included in its most recent annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2014, and in its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K filed in 2014. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon these forward-looking statements that speak only as to the date of this release. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking or other statements in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

       

JONES SODA CO.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(Unaudited)

  Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30, 2014   2013 2014 2013 (In thousands, except share data) (Unaudited) Revenue $ 3,879 $ 4,287 $ 6,769 $ 7,383 Cost of goods sold   3,007     3,053     5,204     5,389   Gross profit 872 1,234 1,565 1,994 Gross profit % 22.5 % 28.8 % 23.1 % 27.0 %   Operating expenses: Selling and marketing 591 625 1,089 1,098 General and administrative   683     690     1,388     1,365     1,274     1,315     2,477     2,463   Loss from operations (402 ) (81 ) (912 ) (469 ) Other (expense) income, net   3     (9 )   (8 )   4   Loss before income taxes (399 ) (90 ) (920 ) (465 ) Income tax expense, net   (30 )   (5 )   (48 )   (29 ) Net loss $ (429 ) $ (95 ) $ (968 ) $ (494 )   Net loss per share - basic and diluted $ (0.01 ) $ 0.00 $ (0.02 ) $ (0.01 ) Weighted average basic and diluted common shares outstanding 39,078,592 38,530,416 38,894,504 38,530,416       Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30, Case sale data (288-ounce equivalent) 2014 2013 2014 2013 Finished product cases 278,000 306,000 491,000 531,000      

JONES SODA CO.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

  June 30, 2014 December 31, 2013 (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share data) ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 519 $ 1,464 Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $48 and $42 2,648 1,034 Inventory 3,420 2,315 Prepaid expenses and other current assets   185     410   Total current assets 6,772 5,223 Fixed assets, net of accumulated depreciation of $1,245 and $1,194 126 232 Other assets   36     59   Total assets $ 6,934   $ 5,514   LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 3,036 $ 871 Accrued expenses 776 892 Taxes payable 17 37 Other current liabilities   50     48   Total current liabilities 3,879 1,848 Long-term liabilities — other 381 406 Shareholders’ equity: Common stock, no par value: Authorized — 100,000,000; issued and outstanding shares — 39,134,582 and 38,710,416 shares, respectively 53,117 52,981 Additional paid-in capital 8,128 7,941 Accumulated other comprehensive income 413 355 Accumulated deficit   (58,984 )   (58,017 ) Total shareholders’ equity   2,674     3,260   Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 6,934   $ 5,514    

Jones Soda Co.Mark Miyata, 206-624-3357mmiyata@jonessoda.comVice President of Finance