UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10

Amendment No. 6

 

GENERAL FORM FOR REGISTRATION OF SECURITIES

 

Under Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

NEVADA     27-2450645
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
    (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

26 Broadway, Suite 934

New York, NY 10004

(Address of principal executive offices and Zip Code)

 

917-522-3202
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Copies of all correspondence to: 

 

Scott Doney, Esq.

The Doney Law Firm

4955 S. Durango Dr. Ste. 165

Las Vegas, NV 89113

Phone: (702) 982-5686

 

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

 

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

 

Common stock, $0.001 par value

(Title of class)

 

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

 

Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer
       
Non-accelerated filer Smaller reporting company
       
Emerging growth company    

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

 

 

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

  PAGE 
Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements ii
   
Item 1. Business 1
   
Item 1A. Risk Factors 35
   
Item 2. Financial Information 62
   
Item 3. Properties 74
   
Item 4. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management 75
   
Item 5. Directors and Executive Officers 76
   
Item 6. Executive Compensation 80
   
Item 7. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence 87
   
Item 8. Legal Proceedings 89
   
Item 9. Market Price of and Dividends on the Registrant’s Common Equity and Related Stockholder Matters 90
   
Item 10. Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities 94
   
Item 11. Description of Registrant’s Securities to be Registered 99
   
Item 12. Indemnification of Directors and Officers 102
   
Item 13. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data 102
   
Item 14. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure 102
   
Item 15. Financial Statements and Exhibits 102

 

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CAUTIONARY NOTE ON FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

Some of the statements contained in this registration statement on Form 10 of Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc. (hereinafter the “Company,” “Ilustrato Pictures,” “ILUS,” “we,” “us” or “our”) discuss future expectations, contain projections of our plan of operation or financial condition or state other forward-looking information. In this registration statement, forward-looking statements are generally identified by the words such as “anticipate,” “plan,” “believe,” “expect,” “estimate” and the like. Forward-looking statements involve future risks and uncertainties, there are factors that could cause actual results or plans to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the statements. The forward-looking information is based on various factors and is derived using numerous assumptions. A reader should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this registration statement. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ from projections include, for example:

 

  the success or failure of management’s efforts to implement the Company’s business plan;
     
  the ability of the Company to fund its operating expenses;
     
  the ability of the Company to compete with other companies that have a similar business plan;
     
  the effect of changing economic conditions impacting our plan of operation;
     
  the ability of the Company to meet the other risks as may be described in future filings with the SEC.

 

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained herein, which speak only as of the date hereof. We believe the information contained in this Form 10 to be accurate as of the date hereof. Changes may occur after that date. We will not update that information except as required by law in the normal course of our public disclosure practices.

 

Additionally, the following discussion regarding our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and related notes included in this Form 10.

 

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Item 1. Business

 

Business Overview

 

ILUS is a Nevada corporation operating out of New York, London, and Dubai, focused on adding shareholder value through innovation and growth. The company has acquired and incorporated businesses in the global public safety and technology, engineering, and manufacturing industries. Historically, the company has evolved out of the public safety sector mainly through the development and manufacture of Emergency Services products, including Emergency Response vehicles, Special Vehicle conversions, Commercial EVs, and IoT Technology. ILUS also intends to acquire complimentary companies, which have disruptive technology and strong management and potential for rapid growth that may benefit from cross pollination of territories, products, and skills offered by our other group companies.

 

ILUS functions as a holding company, which operates through its subsidiaries within the public safety, technology, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. Our principal operating subsidiaries and their respective businesses are discussed in detail below. ILUS wholly owns or has a controlling stake in each of its subsidiaries which conduct their business operations with relative autonomy and are evaluated on their individual performance based upon the type of products and services they offer. Our strategy is to acquire manufacturing capability, routes to market and technology advancements in well-defined geographic, demographic and/or product niches within the business sectors that ILUS is focused on.

 

Organizational Structure

 

The below graphic shows our organizational structure, with ILUS as the “Parent” company and operations primarily carried out through the operating subsidiaries. The subsidiaries are identified in the figure below and are placed in four distinct divisions within their own existing or planned public companies, designed as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV’s) formed to fulfil each division’s specific business purpose and activity. A fourth defense division has been incorporated in line with potential future acquisitions that are contemplated for in this division, as well as acquisitions contemplated for other divisions. We intend to disclose these acquisitions, as they happen, in our ongoing reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The divisions are listed below followed by the graphic:

 

  1. Emergency Response

 

  2. Industrial & Manufacturing

 

  3. Mining & Renewable Energy

 

  4. Defense

 

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  ILUS was incorporated in Nevada on April 27, 2010. ILUS functions as a Mergers and Acquisitions company, which concentrates on providing strategic management oversight that includes financial, administration, marketing, and human resources support to its operating companies. Therefore, in terms of revenue generation, ILUS itself relies on fees, dividends, and other distributions from its acquired operating companies as the principal source of cash flow to meet its obligations. Additional information regarding the cash flow and liquidity needs of the Parent can be found in the Liquidity and Capital Resources section of Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

 

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  FB Fire Technologies Ltd. (Firebug Group – UK) was incorporated on December 8, 2014. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on June 10, 2020, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of manufacturing firefighting equipment and firefighting vehicles for global customers. Due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding the outcome of a litigation regarding ownership ILUS has not consolidated the subsidiary with its own.

 

  Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC (Firebug Group – U.A.E.) was incorporated on May 8, 2017. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on January 26, 2021, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of research and development of firefighting technologies as well as the manufacturing firefighting equipment and firefighting vehicles for its customers in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

 

  Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC (Georgia Fire) was incorporated on the January 21, 2003. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on March 31, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of sales, distribution and servicing/maintenance of Firefighting, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services equipment.

 

  Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC (BCD Fire) was incorporated on March 18, 2014. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on April 13, 2021, in connection a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of sales, distribution, installation and maintenance of Fire Protection and Security systems.

 

  Bull Head Products Inc. was incorporated on June 8, 2007. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on January 1, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of manufacturing of aluminum truck beds and brush truck skid units for firefighting purposes including wildland firefighting.

 

  The Vehicle Converters (TVC) was incorporated in 2006. ILUS owns 100% of the company. Ownership was transferred to ILUS after ILUS acquired the brand name, intellectual property, and employees of the company on March 25, 2022. Following ongoing due diligence which determined that the company was in a difficult financial position due to the Covid-19 pandemic, ILUS agreed to take ownership of the company from previous management in order to restructure and rebuild it so that it would cooperate with Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC out of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This company is engaged in the business of specialist vehicle conversions and as planned, collaborates closely with Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC to deliver converted vehicles to their customers. This transaction is classified as an acquisition of an assembled workforce rather than a business acquisition

 

  Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. This company was incorporated by ILUS on February 22, 2022, as the company’s Emergency Response Subsidiary. This company is engaged in the business of public safety and emergency response focused mergers and acquisitions.

 

  E-Raptor. This company was incorporated by ILUS as the company’s Commercial Electric Utility Vehicle manufacturer on February 22, 2022. This company is engaged in the business of manufacturing electric utility vehicles for the emergency response, agricultural, industrial, hospitality and transport sectors.

 

  Replay Solutions was incorporated by ILUS on March 1, 2022. The company is engaged in the business of recovering precious metals from electronic waste, known as urban mining.  

 

  Quality Industrial Corp. was originally incorporated on May 4, 1998. Quality industrial is quoted on the OTC Pink Markets under the symbol “QIND.” ILUS acquired 77% of this company on May 28, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the industrial, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors. Quality Industrial Corp. is a public company which trades on the OTC Market under the ticker QIND and is designed as a Special Purpose Vehicle for our industrial and manufacturing division as well as for our operating company Quality International Co Ltd FCZ and other future acquisitions.
     
  AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC is a fire safety company registered in the United Arab Emirates. The company has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 51% control of AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC (ASSS) on December 13, 2022.
     
  Quality International Co Ltd FCZ is a United Arab Emirates registered process manufacturing and engineering company. It manufactures custom solutions for the oil and gas, power/energy, water, desalination, wastewater, offshore and public safety industries. Quality Industrial Corp. signed the definitive Share Purchase Agreement on January 18, 2023, to acquire 52% of the shares in Quality International Co Ltd FCZ.

 

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Our Offices

 

Our offices are located at the following locations:

 

1.26 Broadway, Suite 934, New York, NY 10004

 

2.Al Marsa Street 66, 11th Floor, Office 1105, Dubai Marina P.O. Box 32923, Dubai

 

3.Matrix@Dinnington. Nobel Way, Sheffield S25 3QB, United Kingdom

 

Our primary office telephone number is +1 917-522-3202. Our website address is https://ilus-group.com and our email address is ir@ilus-group.com. Information contained on, or accessible through, our website is not a part of, and is not incorporated by reference into this Form 10 Registration Statement.

 

Intellectual Property

 

The following overview concerns the intellectual property matters of our company and its subsidiaries. Specific detail as to each subsidiary, if applicable, is contained in the section titled “Our Operating Subsidiaries” below.

 

Patents and other proprietary rights are important to our business and can provide us with a competitive advantage. We also rely on trade secrets, design and manufacturing know-how, continuing technological innovations, and licensing opportunities to maintain and improve our competitive position. While the Company uses reasonable efforts to protect its trade and business secrets, the Company cannot assure that its employees, consultants, contractors, or advisors will not, unintentionally, or willfully, disclose the Company’s trade secrets to competitors or other third parties. In addition, courts outside the United States are sometimes less willing to protect trade secrets. Moreover, the Company’s competitors may independently develop equivalent knowledge, methods, and know-how. We periodically review third-party proprietary rights, including patents and patent applications, in an effort to avoid infringement on third-party proprietary rights and protect our own, identify licensing or partnership opportunities and monitor the intellectual property claims of others. Any infringement of the Company’s proprietary rights could result in significant litigation costs, and any failure to adequately protect could result in the Company’s competitors offering similar products, potentially resulting in loss of a competitive advantage and decreased revenue.

 

Existing patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret laws afford only limited protection. In addition, the laws of some foreign countries do not protect the Company’s proprietary rights to the same extent as do the laws of the United States. Therefore, the Company may not be able to protect the Company’s proprietary rights against unauthorized third-party use. Enforcing a claim that a third party illegally obtained and is using the Company’s trade secrets could be expensive and time consuming, and the outcome of such a claim is unpredictable. Litigation may be necessary in the future to protect the Company’s trade secrets or to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others. This litigation could result in substantial costs and diversion of resources and could materially adversely affect the Company’s future operating results.

 

We own a portfolio of intellectual property in our group, including 3 patents in the operating company, FB Fire Technologies Ltd. (FireBug Group), as well as confidential technical information and technological expertise in the manufacturing of firefighting technology. We got control over FB Fire technologies Ltd on January 14, 2021, but later in 2022 we lost effective control due to ongoing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the litigation on lien-marked shares, hence we decided not to consolidate FB Fire’s financial statements. The 3 patents are still with the registered Inventor of the patented products, Nicolas Link, who is also the beneficial owner of ILUS. We are currently the process of extending the life of the patents and transferring them to Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC.

While we consider our patents to be valued assets, we do not believe that our competitive position is dependent primarily on our patents or that our operations are dependent upon any single patent to manufacture our products. We nevertheless face intellectual property-related risks. For more information on these risks, see “Item 1A. Risk Factors.”

The Company owns the trademark ILUS.

 

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Competition

 

The following overview covers the competition we encounter within markets we operate in and those we intend to expand into. Specific detail as to each subsidiary, if applicable, is contained in the section titled “Our Operating Subsidiaries” below.

 

The Public Safety Technology, Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mining and Renewable Energy sectors are highly competitive and continually evolving as participants strive to distinguish themselves within their markets and compete within their respective industry. While we do face intense competition in some divisions of our business from companies that have been established long before ours and have a strong global reach, we have also developed our own disruptive technology for which there is no known direct competition within that particular sector. We strive to advance our Technology, Engineering & Manufacturing capabilities in each sector ahead of our competitors to gain market share. Our ability to continue to compete effectively also depends upon our ability to attract the required skills, as well as to retain and motivate our existing employees and to compensate employees competitively. We believe that we have competitive strengths that position us favorably in our lines of business. However, our industry is dominated by long-standing companies, and we are continuously strategizing to increase our market share. These long-standing companies are often larger and have more resources to their disposable to retain market share. We believe that, in many of the sectors where we operate, the technology offered by our competitors is outdated and we have a competitive advantage through the innovative technology we offer.

 

A list of competitors for our operating companies can be found in the table below:

 

Type   Competitor Name   HQ Location   Date Founded   Website   Public/Private
Manufacturer   Oshkosh Corp - Pierce Manufacturing   WI, USA   1917   https://www.oshkoshcorp.com/   Public 
Manufacturer   REV Fire Group - Ferrara, KME, Spartan, E-ONE, Smeal   WI, USA   2010   https://revgroup.com/   Public 
Manufacturer   IDEX Corporation   IL, USA   1988   https://www.idexcorp.com/   Public 
Manufacturer   Rosenbauer    Leonding, Austria   1866   https://www.rosenbauer.com/en/uae/rosenbauer-world   Public 
Manufacturer   Task Force Tips   IN, USA   1971   Task Force Tips - Task Force Tips Home Page (tft.com)   Private
Manufacturer   Akron Brass   OH, USA   1918   https://www.akronbrass.com/   Public 
Manufacturer   Elkhart Brass   IN, USA   1902   https://www.elkhartbrass.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Delta Fire   Norwich, USA   1980   https://www.deltafire.co.uk/   Private
Manufacturer   Ziegler   Brussels, Belgium   1908   https://www.zieglergroup.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Iveco Magirus   Baden-Württemberg Germany   1864   https://www.iveco.com/corporate-en/company/pages/magirus.aspx   Private
Supplier/Distributor   WS Darley   IL, USA   1908   https://www.darley.com/   Private
Supplier/Distributor   United Fire   AZ, USA   1968   https://www.unitedfire.net/   Private
Supplier/Distributor   Safe Fleet   MO, USA   2013   https://www.safefleet.net/   Private
Manufacturer    United Safety & Survivability Corp   PA, USA   1984   https://unitedsafetycorporation.com/   Private
Supplier/Distributor   MES Fire   TX, USA   2001   https://www.mesfire.com   Private
Manufacturer   Marioff   Vantaa, Finland   1991   http://www.marioff.com/en/   Private
Manufacturer   Ansul   WI, USA   1915   www.ansul.com   Private
Manufacturer & Supplier   Waterous   MN, USA   1844   https://www.waterousco.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Flaim   Melbourne, Australia   2017   https://flaimsystems.com/   Private
Supplier/Distributor   Western States Fire Protection   CO, USA   1985   https://www.wsfp.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Kidde Fire Systems   MA, USA   1917   https://www.kidde-fenwal.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Cascade Fire Equipment   OR, USA   1985   https://cascadefire.com/   Private
Manufacturer   Draeger   Lubeck, Germany    1889   https://www.draeger.com   Private
Manufacturer   IFS Solutions   TX, USA   1979   https://ifsolutions.com   Private
Manufacturer   Harris Pye   Glamorgan, UK   1978   https://www.harrispye.com   Private
Manufacturer   Aarya Engineering   Sharjah, UAE   2005   http://www.aaryaengg.com   Private

 

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Below is a list of competitors and ILUS competitive advantages:

 

Category   Competitor Name   Competitor of   ERT Advantages
Firefighting Vehicles   Oshkosh Corp - Pierce Manufacturing   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Vehicles   REV Fire Group - Ferrara, KME, Spartan, E-ONE, Smeal   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Equipment   IDEX Corporation   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Vehicles   Rosenbauer    FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Equipment   Task Force Tips   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Firefighting Equipment   Akron Brass   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Firefighting Equipment   Elkhart Brass   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Firefighting Equipment   Delta Fire   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Firefighting Vehicles   Ziegler   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Vehicles   Iveco Magirus   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Firefighting Equipment   WS Darley   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Fire Safety    United Fire   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Safety    Safe Fleet   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Safety    United Safety & Survivability Corp   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Safety    MES Fire   Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply   exclusive distributors of world’s largest brands and patented technology supported by an experienced team of firefighters, renowned service and reputation
Fire Protection   Marioff   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and effective fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Protection   Ansul   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Protection   Western States Fire Protection   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Fire Protection   Kidde Fire Systems   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Process Equipment    IFS Solutions   Quality International    extensive list of global multinationals as references and 1750 employees operating from over 10m square feet of manufacturing facilities & two port facilities - no outsourcing needed therefore competitive for complete turnkey projects
Process Equipment    Harris Pye   Quality International    extensive list of global multinationals as references and 1750 employees operating from over 10m square feet of manufacturing facilities & two port facilities - no outsourcing needed therefore competitive for complete turnkey projects
Process Equipment    Aarya Engineering   Quality International    extensive list of global multinationals as references and 1750 employees operating from over 10m square feet of manufacturing facilities & two port facilities - no outsourcing needed therefore competitive for complete turnkey projects

 

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Government Regulations

 

The following overview concerns government regulations that affect our company and its subsidiaries. Specific detail as to each subsidiary, if applicable, is contained in the section titled “Our Operating Subsidiaries” below.

 

In certain markets, some of our products require government approvals and some of our companies require specific operating licenses. Our operating companies remain compliant with the required licenses and approvals in order to operate within their respective markets and/or geographic territories. Approvals may also be required for the award of government contracts, and these are provided accordingly as required.

 

Environmental, Health and Safety Laws and Regulations

 

Our ongoing global operations are subject to a wide range of federal, state, local and foreign environmental, health and safety laws and regulations. These laws and regulations relate to the generation, storage, handling, use, release, disposal and transportation of hazardous materials and wastes, environmental cleanup, the health and safety of our employees and the fuel economy and emissions of the vehicles we manufacture. Compliance with these laws, regulations, permits, and approvals is a significant factor in our business. Certain of our operations require permits or other approvals from governmental authorities, and certain of these permits and approvals are subject to expiration, denial, revocation, or modification under various circumstances. We have expended resources, both financial and managerial, to comply with required regulations and we maintain procedures designed to foster and ensure compliance. We are committed to protecting our employees and the environment against any manufacturing related risks. In addition, we may be responsible under environmental laws and regulations for the investigation, remediation, and monitoring, as well as associated costs, expenses and third-party damages, including tort liability and natural resource damages, relating to past or present releases of hazardous substances on or from our properties or the properties of our predecessor companies, or third-party sites to which we or our predecessor companies have sent hazardous waste for disposal or treatment. Liability under these laws may be imposed without regard to fault and may be joint and several.

 

However, our failure to comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations or permit or approval requirements could result in substantial liabilities or civil or criminal fines or penalties or enforcement actions, including regulatory or judicial orders enjoining or curtailing operations or requiring remedial or corrective measures, installation of pollution control equipment or other actions, as well as business disruptions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and operating results.

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. had approximately 5 employees in the Parent company and there were approximately 1800 that are employees of the subsidiaries. The Parent employees and those employed by their respective subsidiary, are not currently represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Our Operating Subsidiaries

 

ILUS provides strategic management oversight as well as financial, administration, marketing, and human resources support to the operating companies within its subsidiaries. Therefore, in terms of revenue generation ILUS itself relies on fees, dividends, and other distributions from its acquired operating companies as the principal source of cash flow to meet its obligations. Additional information regarding the cash flow and liquidity needs of the Parent can be found in the Liquidity and Capital Resources section of Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

 

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ILUS currently has four distinct Divisions. The respective operating companies within each division are listed below:

 

1.Emergency & Response subsidiary (under ERT):

 

a.Firebug Group

 

b.The Vehicle Converters LLC

 

c.Bright Concept and protection System LLC

 

d.Bull Head Products Inc.

 

  e. Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC.
     
  f. AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC.

 

2.Process & Manufacturing subsidiary (under ERT) - (Special Purpose Vehicle - QIND):

 

  a. Quality International Co Ltd FCZ

 

3.Mining & Renewable Energy subsidiary:

 

  a. Replay Solutions

 

4.Defense subsidiary:

 

  a. Hyperion Defence Solutions

 

Emergency Response Technologies Inc.

 

ILUS is primarily focused on the emergency response sector through its wholly owned subsidiary, Emergency Response Technologies Inc. (“ERT”). Under this subsidiary, ILUS aims to provide technology that protects communities, front line personnel and assets by acquiring technology and solutions for the emergency response sector. This sector includes Fire and Rescue Services, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management.

 

Firebug Group

 

FireBug is a firefighting equipment and vehicle manufacturer which specializes in disruptive water mist technology and rapid response vehicles. FireBug’s equipment is designed to offer increased fire fighter safety with reduced water consumption. This technology enables smaller, more cost-effective vehicles for rapid fire and emergency response. The company was formed in the UK and currently operates from the following two locations:

  Matrix@Dinnington Business Centre, Nobel Way Dinnington, Sheffield S25 3QB, United Kingdom
     
  Warehouse G04, 79th Street, DIRC Warehouse Complex, DIP 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

 

On May 10, 2020, FB Technologies Global, Inc., wholly owned by Nicolas Link, acquired shares of ILUS stock, consisting of 10,000,000 Pref A Shares, 60,741,000 Pref D shares and 360,000,000 common shares, from the prior CEO, Larson Elmore, for an aggregate purchase price of $140,000.

 

On June 10, 2020, the Company entered into a definitive agreement with FB Fire Technologies Ltd. for the conversion of debt. The shareholders were issued 3,172,175 shares of Class E Preferred Stock. BrohF Holdings Ltd. was issued 672,175 shares and Artem Belov was issued 2,500,000 shares of Preferred Class E stock. A final tranche of shares for debt conversion will be issued conditional upon the audited financials for 2022.

 

On 26 January 2021, ILUS (The “Buyer”) acquired 100% of the shares in Firebug Mechanical Equipment L.L.C. and 100% of the shares in FB Fire Technologies Ltd. Both companies were contributed to ILUS without consideration.

 

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The FireBug range of products consists of the following:

 

1.MistNozzle handheld firefighting nozzles

 

 

The MistNozzle handheld firefighting nozzles is a specialist firefighting nozzle/branch, which produces a fine water mist enabling it to extinguish multiple classes of fires without the use of chemical agents. The product is designed to increase efficiency, utilize less water, and increase fire fighter safety. The MistNozzle range is designed, developed and manufactured in the UK. It uses proven micron technology from the fire fixed suppression system industry. The MistNozzle uses science in order to provide superior fire cooling and extinguishing. Its low-pressure water mist technology makes it more efficient than comparative firefighting nozzles. The MistNozzle has one-click switch-function technology, allowing the user to easily transition between Jet Mode and Water Mist Mode, minimizing room for error and ensuring safe mode selection. The plug-and-play functionality of the MistNozzle works with most existing hose types on most existing fire trucks. The nozzle has been specifically designed for ease of use with minimal training required for safe and effective use. With water being a valuable resource the world over, the MistNozzle deliberately uses less water during operation. The water mist produced by the MistNozzle absorbs 2257kj of energy per liter verses conventional technology which absorbs 335kj per liter. The MistNozzle also combats the effects of smoke within the fire environment, providing effective and in some cases, lifesaving smoke scrubbing capability.

 

2.Mongoose external firefighting lance

 

 

FireBug’s Mongoose is a handheld firefighting nozzle with an extension lance that allows it to be inserted from the exterior of a structure into an area such as a room (compartment) in order to cool the area and suppress the fire. The Mongoose system is comprised of the water mist attack nozzle and a battery-operated hole cutting drill. Either the drill or the firefighters compartment entry tools are used to breach the structure and create the necessary hole through which the Mongoose is inserted. This method provides safer access to the compartment. The Mongoose has been designed to ensure the correct kinetic energy will overcome the pressures created by the fire. Water mist droplets are transformed into steam by the heat which consumes energy, removes oxygen, and consequently cools the gases and inhibits re-ignition. The Mongoose can deliver 40–50-micron water mist droplets covering a large surface area into a compartment which rapidly cools the area, scrubs the smoke, and suppresses the fire. The Mongoose is completely unique in that it can operate on an existing fire truck on existing hose lines, without requiring a separate pump and hose reel.

 

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3.MistMax and Maverick firefighting pumps

 

 

FireBug’s MistMax is a portable low-pressure water mistfire suppression skid. The self-contained skid unit is designed to fit in a standard pick-up truck or on a UTV such as the E-Raptor electric UTV. The MistMax is an easy-to-use, lightweight, and reliable solution which can be used by both non-technical operators and experienced firefighters. The MistMax uses Firebug’s proprietary technology including customized eductor mixer, a specialized pulsating diaphragm pump, front winding geared hose reel, easy to use control panel, custom engineered baffled water tank and the Mini MistNozzle which features Firebug’s water stream colliding and atomizing technology.

FireBug’s Maverick is a self-priming, high-water volume, light portable pump which is designed as multi-purpose firefighting skid unit that can be portable or permanently fixed in a firefighting vehicle. It has the capability to operate a hose reel or lay flat hose connected to a water supply tank or it can lift water from an open water source or obtain it from a pressure fed supply such as a floating pump.

4.Floating Pumps

 

 

Firebug offers a range of floating pumps which are designed for pumping water from streams, lakes, hard-to-reach sources of water, or flooded areas. The range of floating pumps offer practical features and easy-to-use operation. Features include high impact resistance, compact size and light weight, powerful Honda or Briggs & Stratton engines, bronze impellers for marine use where required, specialized strainers and optional external fuel tanks.

 

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5.Firefighting BacPac.

 

 

 

Firebug’s BacPac has been designed to provide rapid response firefighting capabilities using either water, foam or additive. The BacPac system contains a sophisticated internal mechanical rotor, which is used in the generation of WaterMist or foam (RAFS foam). The spindle and impellor rotate at high speeds mixing the foam that allows optimum extinguishing. The device increases the range of the discharge by at least 200% and is 6 times more efficient than any other known foam system, including CAFS.

 

6.E-Raptor Commercial Electric Utility Vehicle

 

 

Manufactured by FireBug, the E-Raptor range consists of commercial electric utility vehicles for several rugged applications. The E-Raptor 6x6 is the world’s only 6-wheel electric utility vehicle. With 80km range on a single charge, the E-Raptor is fit for most industrial, agricultural, and rapid emergency response applications. The E-Raptor can carry a maximum load weight of 3500 Lbs. The E-Raptor range is manufactured by FireBug as it complements its rapid response firefighting vehicle solutions for confined and congested spaces.

 

7.Rapid Intervention Vehicles

 

 

FireBug’s rapid intervention vehicle solutions range from small electric utility vehicles with bespoke firefighting systems to pick-up trucks with firefighting and rescue systems, right up to customized firefighting appliances. FireBug specializes in providing bespoke vehicle solutions for rapid emergency response in congested areas, industrial facilities, shopping malls, marinas, airports, resorts, and communities which require their own firefighting or rescue vehicle capability.

 

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8.Lightweight Co-Polymer Vehicle Bodies and Water Tanks

 

   

 

FireBug manufactures high quality, lightweight co-polymer vehicle bodies and tanks primarily for the emergency response sector. Depending on customer requirements, FireBug provides only the tank or vehicle superstructure or the fully equipped complete vehicle. Utilizing the latest in plastic cutting and welding technology, FireBug produces its plastic vehicle bodies and tanks from a highly durable and recyclable plastic material which has a 25-year guarantee.

 

Intellectual Property

 

FireBug’s patents are listed below:

 

Category  Short title  Long Title  Reference
Patent  BacPac  Apparatus and method for fighting fires  GB2520561
Patent  Spinning Regulating Unit  Fluid mixer device and method  GB2548074
Patent  Mongoose  Fire-fighting apparatus and method of firefighting  GB2568684

 

No patents have been licensed from third parties.

 

Competition

 

Below is some of FireBug’s competitors and competitive advantages:

 

Competitor Name   Competitor of   FireBug Advantages
Oshkosh Corp - Pierce Manufacturing   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
REV Fire Group - Ferrara, KME, Spartan, E-ONE, Smeal   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
IDEX Corporation   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Rosenbauer    FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Task Force Tips   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Akron Brass   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Elkhart Brass   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Delta Fire   FireBug   patented water mist technology in firefighting equipment
Ziegler   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
Iveco Magirus   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
WS Darley   FireBug   patented water mist technology & lightweight polypropylene rapid response vehicle technology
United Fire   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Safe Fleet   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
United Safety & Survivability Corp   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Marioff   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and effective fixed fire suppression systems
Ansul   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Western States Fire Protection   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems
Kidde Fire Systems   FireBug   patented water mist nozzle technology for more effective and efficient firefighting equipment & fixed fire suppression systems

 

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Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, we had approximately 21 employees in Firebug Group. The employees are not currently represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

The Vehicle Converters LLC

 

The Vehicle Converters (TVC) is a specialist vehicle converter which is operates from Warehouse G04, 79th Street, DIRC Warehouse Complex, DIP 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

 

On 25 March 2021 ILUS (The “Buyer”) acquired 100% of the brand name and all other rights, title, and interest in The Vehicle Converters a company beneficially owned by Danny Kourosh (The “Seller”) for the sum of $20,500 (Twenty Thousand Five Hundred) in consideration.

 

The Vehicle Converters have operated for more than 15 years fabricating and converting specialized vehicles for specialist applications such as mobile clinics, ambulances, military transportation, oil, and gas, camping vehicles and mobile food trucks. The company focuses on sales in the Middle East and North African markets.

 

The Vehicle Converters completes various types of vehicle conversions as per customer requirements. Some examples can be found below:

 

    

 

    

 

    

 

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Competition

 

A list of TVC’s competitors is provided below:

 

Bespoke Trailers

 

BOTT Vehicle Conversions

 

DAW Automobile Assembly FZCO

 

Transtech

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, we have 1 employee in Vehicle Converters. The employee is currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employee is good. Employees from Firebug Mechanical Equipment L.L.C., which operates from the same manufacturing facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, are used for vehicle conversions by The Vehicle Converters.

 

Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC

 

Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC (BCD Fire) designs, installs, commissions, maintains and distributes fire protection, fire detection, evacuation, access control and security systems across the Middle East region. The company is located at Warehouse G04, 79th Street, DIRC Warehouse Complex, DIP 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

 

On 13 April 2021, ILUS (The “Buyer”) acquired 100% of the assets, liabilities and shares of Bright Concepts Detection & Protection Systems LLC, a company beneficially owned by Narinder Chadha & Partners (The “Seller”). As consideration, the buyer paid the seller 250,000 AED (Two hundred and fifty thousand) immediately on signing of the Sales Purchase agreement and agreed to pay the seller 10,000 AED (Ten thousand) monthly for 24 months starting from May 2021. The Buyer also issued the seller 1,000,000 (1 million) restricted shares in the public company llustrato Pictures International Inc. (Symbol: ILUS).

 

BCD Fire delivers turnkey projects which incorporate specification, design, installation, support, and maintenance at sites such as hotels, shopping malls, residential and commercial buildings as well as industrial facilities.

 

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Competition

 

A list of BCD Fire’s competitors is provided below:

 

  MAF Fire Safety & Security LLC

 

  Blue Flame Fire Fighting LLC

 

  Safety Line LLC

 

  BTFS Fire Protection

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, BCD Fire had approximately 24 employees. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Bull Head Products Inc.

 

Bull Head Products Inc. is a specialist aluminum truck bed manufacturer and vehicle converter located at 387 Thorngrove Pike, Kodak Tennessee, 37764, USA.

 

On January 1, 2022, ILUS (The “Buyer”) acquired 100% of the 1000 (one thousand) shares of Bull Head Products Inc., a company beneficially owned by George Joe Chudina and Dorothy Lee Chudina (The “Sellers”). As consideration, the Buyer agreed to pay the Sellers an aggregate cash purchase price of $500,000 (Five Hundred Thousand) on the condition that certain agreed Targets and Key Performance indices are met. The Buyer paid a fixed sum of $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand) upon closing and the remaining $200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand) will be paid by the Buyer over a one-year period after closing to the extent the business operations of Bull Head Products Inc. meet mutually agreeable performance thresholds referenced in Exhibit B in the SPA filed with this Form 10 and in the schedule below. The Buyer also issued the Sellers 6,750 (Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty) restricted Class F Preferred Shares in Buyer.

 

To Qualify for the 2nd Payment of $ 100,000, minimum turnover of $320,000 (Excluding all taxes) must be achieved for the period from January 1, 2022, to June 30, 2022, or as per the following table. To Qualify for the 3rd Payment of $ 100,000, minimum turnover of $320,000 (Excluding all taxes) must be achieved for the period from 1 July, 2022, to December 31, 2022, or as per the following table:

 

Turnover Target   Percentage of Target    Aggregate Payment 
$320,000   Greater than 100%   $100,000 
$320,000   90-99    $90,000 
$320,000   80-89    $80,000 
$320,000   70-79    $70,000 
$320,000   60-69    $60,000 
$320,000   50-59    $50,000 
$320,000   less than 50%   $0 

 

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Bull Head Products designs, manufactures and installs its aluminum truck beds and vehicle conversions for customers across the United States. Its customers come from several sectors, including wildland fire fighting. The company’s products are built with 100% aluminum for optimal performance and reliability.

 

 

Bull Head Products operates from its Kodak, Tennessee facility, with many truck beds and conversions being completed and installed in the facility and many being shipped to dealers and distributors for installation.

 

During the past 18 months, Bull Head Products faced some supply chain issues as a direct result of the disruption in supply chains across the world due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Whilst every effort is made to source materials from additional suppliers, this can sometimes lead to an increase in price. The company has therefore increased its principal suppliers of raw materials to the following suppliers:

 

  Eastern Metal Supplies

 

  Tennessee Valley Fasteners

 

  Buyers Products Company

 

  Fastenal

 

  McMaster Carr

 

  Joseph T. Ryerson

 

  Triple S Steel

 

Bull Head Products manufactures and installs its products for both private individuals and businesses who require a specific type of aluminum flatbed for their truck or fleet of trucks. The company services a wide range of new and repeat customers and there is no dependency on any one single customer.

 

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Intellectual Property

Bull Head Products Inc has a Registered Trademark for the company logo. Originally it was registered under the name of George Chudina, and then changed to Bull Head Products Inc. and has subsequently been renewed.

Category  Title  Reference 
Trademark  Bull Head Products Mark   3397385 

 

The above trademark certificate is provided in the Exhibits.

 

Competition

 

As Bull Head Products manufactures all of its truck beds from 100% aluminum, it does not currently have direct competitors to the company’s knowledge. Companies which offer comparable products use a combination of aluminum sheeting and steel frames which are prone to rust and decay. However, a list of some these competitive companies is listed below:

 

  CM Truck Beds

 

  Hillsboro Industries

 

  Pine Hill Manufacturing

 

  Knapheide Manufacturing

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, we had approximately 9 employees in Bull Head Products. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC

 

Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC (Georgia Fire) is a distributor of equipment to the firefighting, law enforcement and Emergency Medical Services industries. The company is located at 107 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton, Georgia, 30115, USA

 

On February 22, 2022, ILUS (The “Buyer”) acquired 100% of the shares of Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC, a company beneficially owned by Barbara Jean Whidby (The “Seller”). As consideration, the buyer agreed to pay the seller an aggregate cash purchase price of $900,000 (Nine Hundred Thousand Dollars) on the condition that certain agreed Targets and Key Performance indices are met referenced in Exhibit B in the SPA filed with this Form 10. The Buyer paid a fixed sum of $680,000 (Six Hundred Eighty Thousand) upon closing and the remaining $220,000 (Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars) will be paid by the Buyer over a one-year period after closing to the extent the business operations of Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply, LLC meet mutually agreeable performance thresholds displayed in table below. The Buyer also issued the seller 1,500 (One Thousand Five Hundred) restricted Class F Preferred Shares in Buyer.

 

Minimum Turnover (gross revenue) for 2022 and Quarter 1 (Excluding all taxes)- must be achieved for the period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022, or as per the following table:

 

2022 Turnover Target   Q1 Turnover Target   Percentage of Target    Aggregate Payment 
$3,200,000   $800,000   Greater than 100%   $170,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   90-99    $153,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   80-89    $136,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   70-79    $119,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   60-69    $102,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   50-59    $85,000 
$3,200,000   $800,000   less than 50%   $0 

 

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The company receives enquiries and orders through the following means:

 

  e-commerce website - https://www.georgiafirerescue.com

 

  retail location in Canton, Georgia

 

  field sales representatives who call on and demonstrate products to potential customers

 

  participation in industry trade shows and events.

 

The company’s products are delivered to the customer from its distribution warehouse in Canton, Georgia or shipped directly from the manufacturer to the end customer.

 

 

Georgia Fire has a customer base of over 1,800 customers and currently distributes over 95 brands as follows:

 

AED Superstore Flamefighter Corp Pollard Water
Agility Tech Corp Fox Fury Poly Tech
Airstar Space Lighting FoxFire Professional Life Support
Ajax Rescue Tools Froggy’s Fog R & B Fabrications
Ansell Full Source Ram Air Gear Dryer
Black Diamond Gemtor Rescue Technology
Bluewater Groves-Ready Rack Rhyno - We Cut the Glass
Boston Leather Helly Hansen Ringers Gloves
Boswell Oil Hi-Lift RIT Safety Solutions
Brightstar Highwater Hose Inc Rocky Boots
Brooks Equipment Holmatro RollNRack
Bullard Husky Portable S&H Fire Products
BullDog Hose Innotex Sam Carbis Solutions Group
C & S Supply Kroll SCI Structural Composites
CET Fire Pumps Mfg. Lakeland Fire Smoke Trainer
CMC Rescue Lakeland Industries Inc Starrett
Con-Space Leader-Tempest STC Footwear
Council Tool Lifeliners Streamlight
Cox Reels Lion Boots by Thorogood Super Vac

 

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Denko Foam Logistics Task Force Tips
Desert Diamond Industries Mercedes Textiles Limited Team Equipment Inc
Dewalt National Foam Tele-Lite
Diablo Nightstick Thorogood Boots
Dräger Nupla Trellchem
Dragon Fire Gloves ORS True North Gear
Duo Safety Ladders Paratech Turtle Plastics
ESS Eye Safety Systems Pelican Unifire
EVAC Systems Performance Adv. Co. Vanguard Safety Wear
Fire Hooks Unlimited Phillips Warthog
Firefly Signs Plastix Plus Wehr Engineering
FireQuip PMI Zephyr Tools
FireBug   Ziamatic Corporation

 

Georgia Fire is an official Dealer of Holmatro Products and partakes in the Holmatro Coop Marketing Program. Through this program, Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply has access to logo’s, product images and information, and a dealer reward scheme. All promotions of the Holmatro range of products by Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply has to be reviewed and approved by Holmatro.

 

Competition

 

A list of Georgia Fire’s competitors is provided below:

 

  Fire Safety USA

 

  MES Fire

 

  Cascade Fire Equipment

 

  All Hands Fire

 

  US Fire & Safety Equipment Co

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, we had approximately 13 employees in Georgia Fire. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Quality Industrial Corp.

 

On May 28, 2022, Modern Art Foundation Inc. (“Modern Art”) Rene Lauritsen and Fastbase Holding Inc. agreed to transfer 77,669,078 shares of common stock in Wikisoft Corp. to Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. (“Ilustrato”). Pursuant to a Stock Transfer Agreement, the company purchased the shares for an aggregate amount of $500,000. Wikisoft Corp. has since changed its name to Quality Industrial Corp. and its OTC Ticker was changed from WSFT to QIND.

 

As a result of the above transaction, there was a change in control of the Company. The 77,669,078 shares transferred amounts to approximately 77% of the outstanding shares in Quality Industrial Corp. Consequently, ILUS now unilaterally controls the election of our board of directors and the direction of QIND. As a result of the Change of Control, Mr. Quintal resigned as Chairman of the Board, and Mr. Link was appointed as the Chairman of the Board.

 

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Quality International Co Ltd FCZ

 

After ILUS acquired control of QIND, on May 28, 2022, the company signed a binding letter of intent on June 28, 2022, to acquire control of Quality International, an international process manufacturing company, manufacturing custom solutions for the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical & Refinery, Chemical & Fertilizer, Power & Desalination, Water & Wastewater and Offshore industries. Quality International has several required industry certifications in place and is on several global preferred vendor lists, with customers including but not limited to BP, Shell, Total, Chevron, Sonatrach, Sasol and Gasco.

 

To fund the first tranche of the purchase price for the interest in Quality International, on August 3, 2022, we issued to an accredited investor a two-year convertible promissory note in the principal amount of $1,100,000 the “August 2022 Note”). The August 2022 Note bears interest at 7% per annum. We have the right to prepay the August 2022 Note at any time. All principal on the August 2022 Note is convertible into shares of our common stock after six months from issuance at the election of the holder at a conversion price equal to $1.00 per share.

 

The Binding Letter of Intent with Quality International contemplated a period of due diligence followed by entry into a share purchase agreement. On January 18, 2023, we entered into a share purchase agreement with the shareholders of Quality International (the “QI Share Purchase Agreement”), which agreement provided for our purchase of 78 of the 150 (52%) outstanding shares of Quality International (the “QI Shares”), a freezone company under the regulations of Abu Dhabi General Markets and laws of United Arab Emirates. This entity is our majority owned subsidiary. All closing documents were executed for the transaction on March 6, 2023.

 

The purchase price for the acquisition shall be up to $137,000,000 in cash, paid in tranches, subject to achievement of financial milestones presented in a schedule of payments set forth in the QI Share Purchase Agreement which was filed with our Form 8-K dated January 18, 2023. Later on, July 31, 2023, the parties to the Purchase Agreement entered into an amendment to the Purchase Agreement to revise the payment schedule for the acquisition. The Purchase Price shall remain at up to $137,000,000 in cash, but the schedule was amended, effective as of March 31, 2023.

 

On July 31, 2023, the parties to the QI Purchase Agreement entered into an amendment to the QI Purchase Agreement (the “Amended QI Purchase Agreement”) to revise the payment schedule for the acquisition to extend the payment timeline with smaller amounts due at each date. Under section 2.1 of the Amended QI Purchase Agreement, the payment schedule of the QI Purchase Price has been revised (the “Amended Payment Schedule”) to extend the payment timeline with smaller amounts due at each date. Moreover, break fees were introduced if the payments are not received by their respective due dates. In the event that the Company fails to meet any of the revised payment dates and/or the revised payment amounts, pursuant to the Amended Payment Schedule, the parties acknowledge and agree that the QI Shareholders shall have the right, but not the obligation, to, in their sole discretion, terminate the Amended QI Purchase Agreement and all associated agreements with us. Consequently, if terminated, the Company would be liable for the applicable break fee pursuant to the table in the Amended Payment Schedule, the break fee is capped at $3,500,000. The parties agreement to release each other from the performance of any obligations under the Amended QI Purchase Agreement, together with all related transaction documents, is subject to the payment of the break fee. In addition to the break fee, the Company would be potentially exposed to other expenses related to any settlement and recovery of paid amounts to Quality International, including any or all debt incurred, guaranteed and paid by the Company and contemplated as future borrowings used for the continuous operation of the Company and its subsidiary. Upon the payment of the break fee and settlement of any pending transaction, the parties shall have no further rights or obligations with each other except for those which are intended to survive after such termination.

 

The Amended Payment Schedule outlines a series of financial milestones and payment requirements involving staggered payment tranches are as follows:

Tranche 2: $15,000,000 was to be paid immediately upon the agreement’s closing. This has been revised into three sub-tranches with payment to Quality International Co Ltd FZC:
a. Tranche 2.1: $500,000 due by June 16, 2023. A break fee of $1,000,000 applies if not received by the due date.

 

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b. Tranche 2.2: $2,000,000 due before July 31, 2023. If the previous payment isn’t made by its deadline, a cumulative break fee of $1,250,000 applies.
c. Tranche 2.3: $5,000,000 due before September 15, 2023. If previous payments aren’t made by their respective deadlines, cumulative break fees could sum up to $2,250,000.
Tranche 3: Initially, $66,000,000 was due by March 6, 2023. Under revised Tranche 3.1, the revised amount is $73,500,000, to be paid before November 30, 2023. The break fee is capped at $3,500,000. The payments are divided among Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($28,500,000), Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($39,000,000), and Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($6,000,000).
Tranche 4: $14,000,000 due by January 31, 2024. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($6,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($5,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).
Tranche 5: $20,000,000, due by April 15, 2024, after Year End 2023 audited financials are completed by March 15, 2024. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($15,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($2,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).
Tranche 6: $21,000,000, due by April 15, 2025, post completion of Year End 2024 audited financials by March 15, 2025. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($15,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($3,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).

 

In the event that we fail to meet any of the Revised Payment Dates and/or the Revised Payment Amounts pursuant to Tranches 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 and Tranche 3.1 and paid tranche 2.1 and 2.2 as the date of this amended registration statement. The parties acknowledge and agree that the Shareholders shall have the right, but not the obligation, to, in their sole discretion, terminate the Purchase Agreement and all associated agreements with us. Consequently, we would be liable for the applicable break fee pursuant to the table above, and the parties agreed to release each other from the performance of any obligations under the Purchase Agreement, together with all related transaction documents, and the parties shall have no accrued rights under the same save as those which are intended to survive after such termination.

 

Furthermore, payments for Tranches 4, 5 and 6 are linked and paid in proportion to the percentage of EBITDA target achieved against forecasted EBITDA targets and capped at 100% of EBITDA target. Any shortfall or surplus (as the case may be) on the EBITDA target of a particular Tranche shall be carried over to the subsequent Tranche and to be added to or deducted from (as the case may be) the subsequent EBITDA target. Any shortfall EBITDA existing after the expiration of time allotted for Tranche 6, shall be allowed to be delivered within an extended 6-month period until June 30, 2025, and be paid in proportion to the EBITDA target achieved and capped at 100% of EBITDA target. Any remaining shortfall existing after the expiration of time allotted for Tranche 6, shall be forfeit, resulting in a reduction to the Purchase Price.

 

We will take two non-paid board seats of Quality International and there shall be two other non-paid board seats for existing Company shareholders. A final board seat will be independent and chosen by us and the Company’s shareholders.

 

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The Purchase Agreement also contains certain restrictive covenants whereby the shareholders selling the Shares are prohibited from (a) competing with the business of the Quality Industrial, (b) soliciting employees of the Company and (c) intentionally interfering with the Company’s business relationships, in each case during the two-year period immediately following the Closing on March 6, 2023.

 

Quality International specializes in the following industries and field of activities, as described below and illustrated in the graphics:

 

  Oil & Gas Industry

 

  Refineries & Petrochemicals Industry

 

  Chemical, Fertilizer, Metals & Mineral Processing Industry

 

  Offshore Industry

 

  Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Industry

 

  Power & Desalination Industry

        

Quality International’s operations include the complimentary business of manufacturing process equipment, process skids & modular assemblies, pipe spools & piping system installations, heavy structures (jakets, flare trestles), tank farms and turnkey projects. The company’s services include design, detail engineering, procurement, fabrication, testing, and site installation & commercial assistance. The graphic below further visualizes this.

 

 

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Quality International manufactures the following types of products: 

 

  1. Pressure Vessels, Reactors & Columns. All metallurgies with shell thickness up to 135 mm:

 

  Carbon Steel / LTCS

 

  Stainless Steel

 

  Duplex & Super Duplex

 

  Low Alloy Steel

 

  Non-ferrous Alloys

 

  Clad Steels (SS, Inconel, Incoloy, Ti)

 

  CS Rubber Lined

 

 

 

2.Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers, Evaporators/Condensers & Re-boilers/Waste Heat Boilers:

 

Materials of Construction:

 

Carbon Steel / LTCS

 

Stainless Steel

 

Duplex & Super Duplex SS

 

Titanium

 

Non-ferrous Alloys

 

Clad Steels (SS, Inconel, Incoloy, Ti)

 

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3.Pipe Spools Fabrication and Piping Systems:

 

Materials of Construction:

 

  Carbon Steel / LTCS
     
  Stainless Steel
     
  Duplex & Super Duplex SS
     
  Non-Ferrous Alloys
     
  Clad Steel
     
  CS Rubber Lined
     
  Fiber Reinforced Plastic

 

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4.Process Skids & Modular Assemblies:

 

Test Separators

 

Gas Refrigeration Modules

 

Fuel Gas Conditioning Skids

 

Gas Dehydration Modules

 

Filtration Skids

 

Desalination Plant Modules

 

Skidded Equipment

 

Process Modules

 

Pipe Rack Modules

 

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5.Process & Storage Tanks.

 

Warehouse Fabricated & Field Erected Metallic Tanks

 

With Fixed Cone Roof / Al Dome

 

With External Floating Roof

 

With internal Floating Deck & Al Dome

 

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6.Heavy structures (On-shore & Off-Shore)

 

Piles

 

Jackets

 

Decks

 

Bridges & Flare Trestles

 

Top Sides

 

Offshore Process Platform

 

Auxiliary Structures

 

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7.Turnkey Projects & EPC Contracts. Full scope of work including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation for:

 

Tank Farms

 

Lubricant Blending Plants

 

Process Plants

 

Pipeline and BOP Packages

  

 

 

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Intellectual Property

 

Quality International Co Ltd FCZ does not own registered Intellectual Property rights. The company’s Intellectual Property resides in its specific manufacturing processes, capability, compliance and certifications which have made it a trusted manufacturer for many large global multinationals including but not limited to BP, Shell, Total, Chevron, Sonatrach, Sasol, Gasco, Doosan and Technip Energies.

 

Certifications

 

Quality International Co Ltd FCZ has the following certifications:

 

Category   Type   Reference
Certification   ISO 9001: 2015   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   ISO 14001:2015   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   ISO 45001:2018   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   Manufacturer and Welding Shop acc. To AD 2000-Code / DIN EN ISO 3834   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   ASME U Certificate of Authorization for Pressure vessels   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   ASME U2 Authorization to Manufacture Class 1 and Class 2 pressure vessels   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   ASME S Authorization to manufacture and assembly of power boilers   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   National Board of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspectors – Accreditation of “R” Repair Organizations   Hamriyah Facility
Certification   National Board of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspectors – Authorised to apply “NB” mark and register pressure vessels.   Hamriyah Facility

 

Competition

 

A list of some of Quality International’s competitors is provided below:

 

  Charles Thompson Ltd (CTL), operates out of the United Kingdom and is an established process plant equipment engineering company, specializing in the mechanical design and manufacture of bespoke equipment for the hydrocarbon and process industries; namely: pressure vessels, shell and tube heat exchangers, filtration and drying equipment, pipework systems, columns, reactors and complete pre-packaged process systems for on and offshore applications.

 

  ATB Group is an Italian manufacturer of process equipment for the Petrochemical industry, ammonia and urea production sector as well as for gas treatment plants.

 

  Integrated Flow Solutions operates out of the United States and specializes in the design and manufacture of modular engineered-to-order (“ETO”) and configure-to-order (“CTO”) liquid and gas process systems.

 

  HSM Offshore Energy is a large Dutch construction yard which manufactures platforms, modules and equipment for the Oil and Gas and Energy sectors.

 

  Harris Pye is a global company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in the repair, maintenance, upgrade and installation services for boilers, heat transfer and associated equipment within the marine, offshore, energy from waste, and associated onshore industrial sectors.

 

  Aarya Engineering is a United Arab Emirates based steel fabrication and mechanical contracting company. The company manufactures Tanks and Pressure Vessels, Piping Systems, Furnace Packages, Turnkey Mechanical Solutions and Process Skids for the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment and Powerplant Industries.

 

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Quality International’s advantages over competitors include but are not limited to:

 

  Over 20 years of manufacturing experience with an extensive track record of delivery to global multinational customers.

 

  A total manufacturing area of over 900,000 square meters with approximately 220,000 square meters of that in a waterfront facility, enabling direct shipping to customers globally.

 

  All required ISO, ASME and National Certifications are in place and equipment is manufactured as per the ASME, PD 5500, TEMA, API 650, 620 and other international standards

 

  Ability to design and manufacturer bespoke customer specific requirements in in Stainless Steel, Duplex, Super Duplex, Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel and Clad construction

 

  Flexibility to offer end-to-end manufacturing capability and shipment as completed units or delivery of modules to customers with assembly on-site.

 

  The company is prequalified with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Takreer Oil Refinining Company, GASCO, Borouge, Zakum Development Company, Fertil Ruwais, SABIC, Ma’aden, Kuwait National Petroleum Company and the Kuwait Oil Company. 

 

  An extensive list of past and present customers including but not limited to Total, Shell, BP, Chevron, Sasol McDermott, Technip Energies, Sonatrach, Worley, Doosan, Tecnimont, UTICO and Air Products.

 

Employees

 

As of December 31, 2022, we had approximately 1750 employees in Quality International Co Ltd FCZ. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Replay Solutions

 

Replay Solutions was incorporated by ILUS on the 1st of March 2022. The company recycles and recovers precious metals from electronic and other forms of waste through the use of mechanical and chemical treatments. The company’s “closed loop” concept utilizes electronic waste (E-Waste) and several other types of waste as resources not only to extract precious metals but to re-use all materials such as the plastics which are obtained. The company recycles cleanly, safely, and sustainably from items such as, but not limited to Print Circuit Boards (PCB), Cable wire and car radiators. The waste is shredded, crushed, and ground into powder form before an airflow and an electrostatic separator is used to separate the materials into metal and fibers. From and further refining processes, the various precious metals are obtained.

 

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Competition

 

A list of Replay Solution’s competitors is provided below:

 

  Enviroserve

 

  Evciler

 

  Mint Innovation

 

  Muller Guttenbrunn Group

 

Employees

 

As of September 30, 2022, we had approximately 3 employees in Replay Solutions. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC

 

On December 13, 2022, the company has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 51% control of AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC (ASSS), an established fire safety company registered in the United Arab Emirates. The total purchase price is up to $714,000. The first tranche of $100,000 has been paid and the remaining three tranches with a total of $610,00 are conditional upon certain agreed Targets and Key Performance indices are met referenced in clause 1.02 in the SPA filed with this Form 10 and scheduled below.

 

Tranche  Timeframe and Conditions  Amount  Paid By  Paid To
1  Payment within 7 days of closing proposed transaction – Time of signing SPA.  $100,000  ILUS  ASSS
2  To be Paid as a Loan to the Seller within 45 days after signing the SPA and Loan Agreement (Exhibit 3). The loan would be converted into Equity if the Company meets the agreed Revenue Forecast (Exhibit 2) and achieves a valuation of $2,000,000 (Two Million USD), until then it would be considered a loan. Repayment of the Loan shall be made as per the Loan Agreement (Exhibit 3) before disbursement of dividends.  $306,000  ILUS  ASSS
3  Paid after end of H1 2023, provided forecasted revenue and EBITDA forecasts are met for the first 6 months of 2023. (Exhibit 2)  $200,000  ILUS  ASSS
4  Paid after end of 2023, provided forecasted revenue and EBITDA forecasts are met for 2023. (Exhibit 2)  $200,000  ILUS  ASSS
5  Paid after end of H1 2024, provided forecasted revenue and EBITDA forecasts are met for the first 6 months of 2023. (Exhibit 2)  $214,000  ILUS  ASSS

 

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Exhibit 2 - Target Financials as per ASSS / Agreed Revenue Forecast to be achieved

 

USD  2023   2024   2025   2026   2027 
Revenues   1.987.747    2.450.647    2.804.629    2.940.776    3.076.923 
EBITDA   238.530    367.597    420.694    470.524    523.077 

 

Competition

 

A list of ASSS’s competitors is provided below:

 

  MAF Fire Safety & Security LLC

 

  Blue Flame Fire Fighting LLC

 

  Safety Line LLC

 

  BTFS Fire Protection

 

Employees

 

As of December 31, 2022, we had approximately 32 employees in AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC. The employees are currently not represented by a labor union or collective bargaining agreement. We believe that our relationship with our employees is good.

 

Legal Proceedings

 

From time to time, we may become party to various lawsuits, claims and other legal proceedings that arise in the ordinary course of our business. Aside from the below, we are not currently a party, as plaintiff or defendant, to any legal proceedings that we believe to be material or which, individually or in the aggregate, would be expected to have a material effect on our business, financial condition or results of operation if determined adversely to us. 

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by our former CEO, Larson Elmore. A case has been filed in the Eight Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada (Case No. A-22-858343-C). Plaintiff alleges that we breached a stock purchase agreement dated May 10, 2020, and promissory notes and is therefore entitled to damages. We have potential counterclaims being prepared against the former CEO, arising due to improper action and lack of disclosures. The company has disputed the claim and argue that Larson Elmore has been misleading the company and its shareholders on various matters including but not limited to liabilities, company commitments and due diligence items presented by Larson Elmore during the takeover process. We have filed a motion to dismiss Larson Elmore’s complaint on the basis that it fails to state a claim and lacks jurisdiction in the Nevada courts. At the hearing on this motion, the court determined that discovery would be required before ruling for the company and denied the motion without prejudice. The company is evaluating a motion for reconsideration once the order has been entered. In the interim, the parties have discussed a tentative discovery schedule and the possibility of a mediation and settlement conference. 

 

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We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Steve Nicol, who claims that he loaned $12,000 on or about May 23, 2017, to Cache Cabinetry, LLC a subsidiary of ILUS under a promissory note, but that ILUS agreed to assume the note. He further claims that he elected to convert the note and that ILUS failed to convert the note into shares of ILUS common stock. He has alleged breach of contract, declaratory relief, and specific performance to require the company to issue 75,000,000 shares of common stock in ILUS. . The company obtained a settlement on September 6, 2023, and awaits the final court order.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Black Ice Advisors LLC, regarding a historic note entered into by the previous CEO, Larson Elmore with a principal amount of $4,000. The company disputes the legitimacy of the note. On June 5, 2023, we received a service of process by the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, with a hearing rescheduled for March 8, 2024. On August 22, 2023, the company received information that Black Ice Advisors withdrew their prior demand for shares with a new motion seeking a monetary judgment in Black Ice’s in the amount of $3.772 million for the historic note with a principal amount of $4,000. At a hearing on November 3, 2023, the Court adopted its tentative ruling as the final ruling and denied the motion for summary judgement from Black Ice Advisors LLC. The case has received a trial date for March 8, 2024.

 

We cannot predict whether this action involving our former CEO, or Black Ice Advisors LLC is likely to result in any material recovery by or expense to our company. Where it is reasonably possible to do so, the Company accrues estimates of the probable costs for the resolution of these matters. These estimates based upon an analysis of potential results and settlement strategies. It is possible, however, that future operating results for any particular quarter or annual period could be affected by changes in assumption.

 

Smaller Reporting Company

 

The Company is a “smaller reporting company” as defined in Rule 12b-2 under the Exchange Act. There are certain exemptions available to us as a smaller reporting company, including: (1) not being required to comply with the auditor attestation requirements of Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes Oxley Act; (2) scaled executive compensation disclosures; and (3) the requirement to provide only two years of audited financial statements, instead of three years. As long as we maintain our status as a “smaller reporting company”, these exemptions will continue to be available to us.

 

Corporate History

 

We were incorporated as Superior Venture Corp. on April 27, 2010, in the State of Nevada for the purpose of selling wine varietals. On November 9, 2012, we entered into an Exchange Agreement with Ilustrato Pictures Ltd., a British Columbia corporation (“Ilustrato BC”), whereby we acquired all of the issued and outstanding common stock of Ilustrato BC and the shareholders of Ilustrato BC received 1,200,000 shares of our common stock, which represented approximately 15% of our outstanding common stock following the acquisition. On November 30, 2012, Ilustrato BC transferred all of its assets and liabilities to Ilustrato Pictures Limited, our wholly owned subsidiary in Hong Kong (“Ilustrato HK”). 

 

Ilustrato BC was in the business of developing, for international release, feature theatrical films to be financed and distributed domestically by Chinese production companies.

 

On February 11, 2016, Barton Hollow, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company, and stockholder of the Company, filed an Application for Appointment of Custodian pursuant to Section 78.347 of the Nevada Revised Statutes in the District Court for Clark County, Nevada. Barton Hollow was subsequently appointed custodian of the Company by Order of the Court on Apri1 5, 2016. In accordance with the provisions of the Order, Barton Hollow thereafter moved to reinstate the Company with the State of Nevada, provide for the election of interim officers and directors, and call and hold a stockholder meeting.

 

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On April 1, 2016, Barton Hollow, together with the newly elected director of the Company, caused the Company to enter into a Letter of Intent to merge with Cache Cabinetry, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company. Cache Cabinetry was a cabinet and design company headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona that focused on the design and supply of kitchen furnishings to residential clients. Pursuant to the Letter of intent, the parties thereto would endeavor to arrive at, and enter a definitive merger agreement providing for the Merger. As an inducement to the members of Cache Cabinetry, LLC. to enter into the Letter of Intent and thereafter transact, the Company caused 360,000,000 shares of its common stock to be issued to the members.

 

Subsequently, on Apri1 6, 2016, the Company and Cache Cabinetry, LLC entered into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”). As a result, the stockholders of the Company elected Derrick McWilliams the President and Chief Executive Officer of Cache Cabinetry, LLC, who, along with Barton Hollow, ratified and approved the Merger Agreement and Merger

 

The Merger closed on June 3, 2016. Upon closing, Cache Cabinetry, LLC. merged into a newly created subsidiary of the Company with the members of Cache Cabinetry, LLC receiving shares of common stock of the Company as consideration therefore. Upon closing of the Merger, Cache Cabinetry, LLC. was the surviving corporation in the merger and wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.

 

In August 2019 the Company amended its Articles of Incorporation to authorize it to issue up to two billion (2,000,000,000) shares, of which all shares are common stock, with a par value of one-tenth of one cent ($0.001) per share. The Company also created the following 30,000,000 preferred shares with a par value of $0.001 to be designated Class A, B and C.

 

Class A – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share and voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share. All 10,000,000 preferred class A shares have been issued to the Company’s CEO.

 

Class B – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class B common share.

 

Class C – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 2 common shares for every 1 preferred class C common share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class C share.

 

On February 14, 2020, the Company designated preferred Class D shares – 60,741,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001 that convert at 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D common share with voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D share.

 

On May 28, 2020, the Company designated preferred Class E shares - 5,000,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001; non-cumulative. Dividends are 6% a year commencing a year after issuance. 2.25% must be redeemed per quarter, commencing one year after issuance, and shall be redeemed at 130% premium to the redemption value. These shares do not have voting rights.

 

On June 10, 2020, the Company entered into a definitive agreement with FB Fire Technologies Ltd. for the conversion of debt. The shareholders were issued 2,500,000 shares of Class E Preferred Stock and BrohF Holdings Ltd., a creditor of the company was issued 672,175 shares.

 

On May 29, 2020, the 10,000,000 preferred A and preferred 60,741,000 D shares were transferred to FB Technologies Global, Inc.

 

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On August 26, 2021, the company amended Class B Shares to 100,000,000 shares with par value $0.001 that convert at 100 common shares for every 1 preferred Class B Share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class B share. Dividends to be paid according to the company’s dividend policy agreed by the board from time to time.

 

On July 20, 2021, the Company designed preferred Class F shares – 50,000,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001 that convert at 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class F share with no voting rights and no dividends.

 

The company’s subsidiaries were acquired on the following dates:

 

January 26, 2021, acquired Firebug Group

 

March 25, 2021, acquired The Vehicle Converters LLC

 

April 13, 2021, acquired Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC

 

February 11, 2022, acquired Bull Head Products Inc.

 

March 31, 2022, acquired Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC

 

May 28, 2022, acquired Wikisoft Corporation (now Quality Industrial Corp.)

 

December 13, 2022, acquired Al Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC

 

January 18, 2023, acquired Quality International Co Ltd FCZ (binding LOI signed on June 28, 2022)

 

February 13, 2023, incorporation of Hyperion Defence Solutions

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

 

An investment in our securities involves a high degree of risk. In addition to the other information contained in this Registration Statement on Form 10, prospective investors should carefully consider the following risks before investing in our securities. If any of the following risks actually occur, as well as other risks not currently known to us or that we currently consider immaterial, our business, operating results and financial condition could be materially adversely affected. As a result, the trading price of our common stock could decline, and investors may lose all or part of their investment in our common stock. The risks discussed below also include forward-looking statements, and our actual results may differ substantially from those discussed in these forward-looking statements. See “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in this Form 10. In assessing the risks below, you should also refer to the other information contained in this Form 10, including the financial statements and the related notes, before deciding to purchase any of our securities.

 

Risk Related to Covid 19

 

Our business and future operations may be adversely affected by epidemics and pandemics, such as the COVID-19 outbreak.

 

We may face risks related to health epidemics and pandemics or other outbreaks of communicable diseases, which could result in a widespread health crisis that could adversely affect general commercial activity and the economies and financial markets of the world as a whole. For example, the outbreak of COVID-19, which originated in China, was declared by the World Health Organization to be a “pandemic,” and spread across the globe. A health epidemic or pandemic or other outbreak of communicable diseases, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, poses the risk that we, or our current and potential business partners may be disrupted or prevented from conducting business activities for certain periods of time, the durations of which are uncertain, and may otherwise experience significant impairments of business activities, including due to operational shutdowns or suspensions that may be requested or mandated by national or local governmental authorities or self-imposed by us, our users or other business partners. While it is not possible at this time to estimate the full impact that COVID-19 could have on our business, potential users, or other potential business partners, the continued spread of COVID-19, the measures taken by the local and federal government, actions taken to protect employees, and the impact of the pandemic on various business activities could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. COVID-19 has not recently had any material impact on our operations, supply chain, liquidity or capital resources. During the lockdowns we however saw significant shipping delays, consumer orders on hold due to budgetary restrictions as well as a slow-down in our planned acquisitions due to flight restrictions limiting on site due diligence. The company has as a mitigant to future COVID-19 outbreaks increased its number of suppliers of raw materials to reduce the risk of production capabilities and order back-logs.

 

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Risks Relating to Macro Conditions and Our Financial Condition

 

We have a substantial amount of goodwill on our balance sheet. Future write-offs of goodwill may have the effect of decreasing our earnings or increasing our losses.

 

We have obtained growth through the acquisition of Quality International. Under existing accounting standards, we are required to periodically review goodwill assets for possible impairment. In the event that we are required to write down the value of any assets under these pronouncements, it may materially and adversely affect our earnings. See the more detailed discussion appearing as part of our Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and in our financial footnotes. The percentage of our goodwill and intangible assets compared to our total assets as of December 31, 2022, were 24.0% and 44.6% respectively.

 

Our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to service our debt obligations and our ability to refinance all or a portion of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing depends on many factors, many of which may be beyond our control.

 

As of December 31, 2022, we had $1,478,702 in cash and cash equivalents as compared to $176,668 as of December 31, 2021. We also had $60,690,812 in accounts receivable as of December 31, 2022. Of those 33,175,606 related to Quality International a subsidiary of QIND and in total we had receivables that are more than 90 days past due as of December 31, 2022, of $30,192,822 in total of which $30,095,285 was in QIND. Our accounts receivable primarily includes balance due from customers of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ, as well as products sold and delivered to additional customers. The duration of such receivables extends from 30 days to beyond 12 Months. Full payment is received only when a job/project is completed, and approvals are obtained. Provisions are created based on estimated irrecoverable amounts determined by reference to past default experience. The majority of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ accounts receivable extend beyond 12 months and are guaranteed by a shareholder of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ, Gerab National Enterprises LLC. Collected accounts receivable are used as working capital in our operations, where necessary.

 

We normally grant our customers 30–90-day payment terms after credit sales, depending on their trading history and specific tender requirements (if applicable). However, in the fiscal year 2021, some of our distributors were affected by the COVID-19 outbreak which caused delays in their payment. In addition, some of our customers tend to require longer payment terms due to their longer payment processing procedures. Even though we believe that they are unlikely to default because of our long-term business relationships with them and our belief that the collectability risk is low based on our historical experience and collection history with them, there can be no assurances that these receivables will be collected.

 

Our ability to make scheduled payments on, or to refinance our obligations under, our debt, will depend on our financial and operating performance, which, in turn, will be subject to prevailing economic and competitive conditions and to the financial and business factors, many of which may be beyond our control. We cannot assure you that our business will generate sufficient cash flow from operations, that currently anticipated business opportunities will be realized on schedule or at all, or that future borrowings will be available to us in amounts sufficient to enable us to service our indebtedness and any amounts borrowed under future credit facilities, or to fund our other liquidity needs.

 

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We will use cash to pay the principal and interest on our debt. These payments limit funds otherwise available for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, collaborations, and other purposes. As a result of these obligations, our current liabilities may exceed our current assets. We may need to take on additional debt as we expand in our industry, which could increase our ratio of debt to equity. The need to service our debt may limit funds available for other purposes and our inability to service debt in the future could lead to acceleration of our debt and foreclosure on assets.

 

We cannot assure that we will be able to refinance any of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing as well as prevailing market conditions. As a result, we could face liquidity problems and might be required to dispose of material assets or operations to meet our indebtedness service and other obligations.

 

Our projections are subject to significant risks, assumptions, estimates and uncertainties, including assumptions regarding future legislation and changes in regulations of the jurisdictions in which we operate, or seek to operate, our business. As a result, our projected revenues, market share, expenses and profitability may differ materially from our expectations.

 

We operate in a rapidly evolving and highly competitive industry and our projections are subject to the risks and assumptions made by management with respect to the respective industry. Operating results are difficult to forecast because they generally depend on our assessment of factors that are inherently beyond our control and impossible to predict with certainty, such as the timing of adoption of future legislation and regulations by different jurisdictions. Furthermore, if we invest in the development of new products or distribution channels that do not achieve commercial success, whether because of competition or otherwise, we may not recover the often material “up front” costs of developing and marketing those products and distribution channels or recover the opportunity cost of diverting management and financial resources away from other products or distribution channels.

 

Additionally, our business may be affected by reductions in customer acquisition, customer persistency and customer spending as a result of numerous factors which may be difficult to predict. This may result in decreased revenue levels, and we may be unable to adopt timely measures to compensate for any unexpected shortfall in income. Our profitability projections make numerous assumptions about the expected future levels of various expense items. Historically most of these expense items have been relatively stable or predictable either in absolute terms or in relation to revenue but there is no certainty that such stability or predictability will continue into the future. These inabilities could cause our operating results in a given period to be higher or lower than expected. If actual results differ from our estimates, analysts may negatively react and our share price could be adversely impacted.

 

If we are unable to successfully identify, complete and integrate acquisitions, our results of operations could be adversely affected.

 

Acquisitions have been and will continue to be a significant component of our growth strategy, including the recent acquisition of Quality International. We seek to identify and complete acquisitions and may continue to make strategic acquisitions. Our previous or future acquisitions may not be successful or may not generate the financial benefits that we expected to achieve at the time of acquisition. In addition, there can be no assurance that we will be able to locate suitable acquisition candidates in the future or acquire them on acceptable terms or, because of competition in the marketplace and limitations imposed by the agreements governing our indebtedness or the availability of capital, that we will be able to finance future acquisitions. We may be unable to identify, negotiate, and complete suitable acquisition opportunities on reasonable terms.

 

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Acquisitions involve special risks, including, without limitation, the potential assumption of unanticipated liabilities and contingencies, difficulty in assimilating the operations and personnel of the acquired businesses, disruption of our existing business, dissipation of our limited management resources and impairment of relationships with employees and customers of the acquired business as a result of changes in ownership. For instance, our subsidiary QIND considered acquiring a 51% interest in Petro Line FZ-LLC (“Petro Line”), entering into a share purchase agreement on January 27, 2023, (the “Petro Line Share Purchase Agreement”). However, the acquisition never materialized after a fire at a Petro Line factory. An investigation into the fire’s impact led us to subsequently terminate the Petro Line Share Purchase Agreement on July 31, 2023, and no payments to Petro Line were made. Such incidents can significantly affect our financial and operational outlook.

 

While we believe that strategic acquisitions can improve our competitiveness and profitability, these activities could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and operating results. We may incur significant costs such as transaction fees, professional service fees and other costs related to future acquisitions. We may also incur integration costs following the completion of any such acquisitions as we integrate the acquired business with the rest of our Company. Although we expect that the realization of efficiencies related to the integration of any acquired businesses will offset the incremental transaction and acquisition-related costs over time, this net financial benefit may not be achieved in the near term, or at all.

 

Our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to service our debt obligations and our ability to refinance all or a portion of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing depends on many factors, many of which may be beyond our control.

 

Our ability to make scheduled payments on, or to refinance our obligations under, our debt, will depend on our financial and operating performance, which, in turn, will be subject to prevailing economic and competitive conditions and to the financial and business factors, many of which may be beyond our control. We cannot assure you that our business will generate sufficient cash flow from operations, that currently anticipated business opportunities will be realized on schedule or at all, or that future borrowings will be available to us in amounts sufficient to enable us to service our indebtedness and any amounts borrowed under future credit facilities, or to fund our other liquidity needs.

 

We will use cash to pay the principal and interest on our debt. These payments limit funds otherwise available for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, collaborations and other purposes. As a result of these obligations, our current liabilities may exceed our current assets. We may need to take on additional debt as we expand in our industry, which could increase our ratio of debt to equity. The need to service our debt may limit funds available for other purposes and our inability to service debt in the future could lead to acceleration of our debt and foreclosure on assets.

 

We cannot assure that we will be able to refinance any of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing as well as prevailing market conditions. As a result, we could face liquidity problems and might be required to dispose of material assets or operations to meet our indebtedness service and other obligations. The Company’s current Debt Obligations are mentioned elsewhere in this registration statement. However, a historical debt obligation includes a Note Issued on February 4, 2022, to Discover Growth Fund amounting to $2,000,000 which we were not able to service before maturity. The Company signed a Forbearance Agreement with Discover Growth Fund on May 3, 2023. The Company shall make monthly minimum loan payments to Discover Growth Fund of $450,000.00 commencing on May 30, 2023, and on the 5th day of each month thereafter, until the Note is paid in full. Four payments of $450,000 have been as of this Form 10. Also, the Company amended the AJB capital investments LLC note on October 18, 2023. The previous convertible note was in the amount of $1,200,000 that matured on June 1, 2023. The amended convertible note filed with this registration statement amounts to $1,450,000 and is maturing on May 1, 2024. Further the convertible note with Jefferson Street Capital in the amount of $100,000 matured on July 26, 2023 which we were not able to service before maturity. Jefferson has subsequently partially converted the convertible note.

 

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The lending documents restrict, and any agreements governing future indebtedness may restrict, our ability to dispose of assets and use the proceeds from any such dispositions. We cannot assure we will be able to consummate any asset sales, or if we do, what the timing of the sales will be or whether the proceeds that we realize will be adequate to meet indebtedness service obligations when due.

 

Our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to fund acquisition obligations is dependent mainly on the ability of our subsidiary, QIND, to attract quality investors on an exchange.

 

Aside from serving debt, the Company also has outstanding obligations for payments under acquisitions. The Company plans to fund the current and ongoing obligations for acquisitions such as Quality International Co Ltd FCZ, through its publicly listed Industrial & Manufacturing subsidiary, Quality Industrial Corp. (OTC: QIND). QIND filed a preliminary information statement on Schedule 14C on June 23, 2023, for a potential reverse split to meet the share price requirements to uplist on NYSE American. Following the uplist, QIND intends to raise capital by private or public means to fund the cash obligations for its acquisitions.

 

We believe that an uplist of QIND to a national exchange will enhance the ability to attract more suitable investors. There can be no assurances, however, that QIND will be eligible to uplist to the NYSE American, or that it will be able to raise the capital needed to fund these outstanding obligations. If we are unable to fund acquisition obligations, we may lose valuable assets and the subsidiaries that we are attempting to acquire, which could cause us to go out of business.

 

If we are unable to successfully identify, complete and integrate acquisitions, our results of operations could be adversely affected.

 

Acquisitions have been and will continue to be a significant component of our growth strategy. We seek to identify and complete acquisitions and may continue to make strategic acquisitions. Our previous or future acquisitions may not be successful or may not generate the financial benefits that we expected to achieve at the time of acquisition. In addition, there can be no assurance that we will be able to locate suitable acquisition candidates in the future or acquire them on acceptable terms or, because of competition in the marketplace and limitations imposed by the agreements governing our indebtedness or the availability of capital, that we will be able to finance future acquisitions. Acquisitions involve special risks, including, without limitation, the potential assumption of unanticipated liabilities and contingencies, difficulty in assimilating the operations and personnel of the acquired businesses, disruption of our existing business, dissipation of our limited management resources and impairment of relationships with employees and customers of the acquired business as a result of changes in ownership. While we believe that strategic acquisitions can improve our competitiveness and profitability, these activities could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and operating results. We may incur significant costs such as transaction fees, professional service fees and other costs related to future acquisitions. We may also incur integration costs following the completion of any such acquisitions as we integrate the acquired business with the rest of our Company. Although we expect that the realization of efficiencies related to the integration of any acquired businesses will offset the incremental transaction and acquisition-related costs over time, this net financial benefit may not be achieved in the near term, or at all.

 

Inability to Continue Developing New Products.

 

Our ability to continue to grow organically is tied in large part to our ability to continue to develop new products. A failure to continue to develop and deliver new, innovative, and competitive products to the market could limit sales growth and negatively impact our Company and our financial condition, results of operations and cash flow.

 

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Risks associated with climate change and other environmental impacts, and increased focus and evolving views of our customers, shareholders, and other stakeholders on climate change issues, could negatively affect our business and operations.

 

The effects of climate change create short and long-term financial risks to our business, both in the U.S. and globally. We have significant operations located in regions that have been, and may in the future be, exposed to significant weather events and other natural disasters. Climate related changes can increase variability in or otherwise impact natural disasters, including weather patterns, with the potential for increased frequency and severity of significant weather events (e.g., flooding, hurricanes, and tropical storms), natural hazards (e.g., increased wildfire risk), rising mean temperature and sea levels, and long-term changes in precipitation patterns (e.g., drought, desertification, and/or poor water quality). We expect climate change could affect our facilities, operations, employees, and communities in the future, particularly at facilities in coastal areas and areas prone to extreme weather events and water scarcity. Our suppliers are also subject to natural disasters that could affect their ability to deliver or perform under our contracts, including as a result of disruptions to their workforce and critical infrastructure. Disruptions also impact the availability and cost of materials needed for manufacturing and could increase insurance and other operating costs.

 

Increased worldwide focus on climate change has led to legislative and regulatory efforts to combat both potential causes and adverse impacts of climate change, including regulation of greenhouse gas emissions. New or more stringent laws and regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions and other climate change related concerns may adversely affect us, our suppliers, and our customers. Some of our facilities are, for example, engaged in manufacturing processes that produce greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide, or rely on products from others that do so. We have worked for years to reduce our reliance on fossil-based energy sources, to decrease our greenhouse gas emissions, to reduce our consumption of water and production of waste, and to ensure our compliance with environmental regulations where we operate, enhancing our record of environmental sustainability. However, new, and evolving laws and regulations could mandate different or more restrictive standards, could require capital investments to transition to low carbon technologies, could adversely impact our ongoing operations, and could require changes on a more accelerated time frame. Our suppliers may face similar challenges and incur additional compliance costs that are passed on to us. These direct and indirect costs may adversely impact our results

 

We may be adversely affected by the effects of inflation.

 

Inflation in wages, materials, parts, equipment, and other costs has the potential to adversely affect our results of operations, cash flows and financial position by increasing our overall cost structure, particularly if we are unable to achieve commensurate increases in the prices, we charge our customers for our products and services. In addition, the existence of inflation in the economy has the potential to result in higher interest rates, which could result in higher borrowing costs, supply shortages, increased costs of labor, weakening exchange rates and other similar effects. The Company has currently experienced inflationary pressures on its supply chain due to increased shipping costs, increased energy prices for manufacture of our commercial products as well as increased prices from suppliers of raw materials. We have so far been able to offset inflationary pressure to consumers but it cannot be guaranteed that that our results of operations will not be adversely affected by inflation in the future and could reduce sales and/or operating margins, and overall financial performance.

 

We are Dependent on the Availability of Raw Materials, Parts and Components Used in our Products.

 

While the Company manufactures certain parts and components used in its products, the Company also requires substantial amounts of raw materials and purchases certain parts and components from suppliers. The availability of and prices for raw materials, parts and components may be subject to curtailment or change due to, among other things, suppliers’ allocations to other purchasers, interruptions in production by suppliers, including due to geopolitical or civil unrest, unfavorable economic or industry conditions, labor disruptions, supply chain disruptions, catastrophic weather events, natural disasters, the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness, changes in exchange rates and prevailing price levels. Any change in the supply of, or price for, these raw materials or parts and components could materially affect the Company and its financial condition, results of operations and cash flow.

 

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Using the recent example of our acquisition, Bull Head Products Inc., the demand for new trucks has not declined during Covid-19, but instead there was a delay in the delivery of new Pickup trucks due to a shortage of electronic chips. Historically, 68% of the truck beds built by Bull Head Products are for installation of a truck bed on a new pickup truck. There has not been a significant shift to installation on older trucks, but instead, the customers wait for confirmation of the delivery of new trucks before ordering a new truck bed. Bull Head Products Inc. also has order backlogs of over 9 months due to customers waiting for their new trucks to be delivered. One-third of our current enquiries are impacted by a delay in delivery of new pick-up trucks, which presents a risk to Bull Head Products Inc.

 

Increases in the price of commodities could impact the cost or price of our products, which could impact our ability to sustain and grow earnings.

 

Our manufacturing processes consume significant amounts of raw materials, the costs of which are subject to worldwide supply and demand factors, as well as other factors beyond our control. Raw material price fluctuations may adversely affect our results. We purchase, directly and indirectly through component purchases, significant amounts of plastic, aluminum, steel, and other raw materials. In the past raw material prices have experienced volatility which has been unforeseen and unexpected. Commodity pricing has fluctuated over the past few years and may continue to do so in the future. Such fluctuations could have a material effect on our results of operations, balance sheets and cash flows and impact the comparability of our results between financial periods.

 

We May be Subject to Loss in Market Share and Market Acceptance as a Result of Performance Failures, Manufacturing Errors, Delays or Shortages.

 

There is a risk that for unforeseen reasons we may be required to repair or replace products in use or to reimburse customers for products that fail to work or meet strict performance criteria. To date, we have experienced some product failures related to electronic and mechanical components within equipment and vehicles. These are either repaired under warranty or at cost to the customer or under a maintenance agreement.

 

Other disruptions in the supply chain process or product sales and fulfilment systems for any reason, including equipment malfunction, failure to follow specific protocols and procedures, supplier facility shut-downs, defective raw materials, wars and conflict, natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes or wildfires, property damage from riots, and other environmental factors and the impact of epidemics or pandemics, such as Covid-19, and actions by businesses, communities and governments in response, could lead to launch delays, product shortage, unanticipated costs, lost revenues and damage to our reputation.

 

We have taken steps to limit remedies for product failure to the repair or replacement of malfunctioning or non-compliant products or services, and also attempt to exclude or minimize exposure to product and related liabilities by including in our standard agreements warranty disclaimers and disclaimers for consequential and related damages as well as limitations on our aggregate liability. From time to time, in certain sales transactions, we may negotiate liability provisions that vary from such standard forms. There is a risk that our contractual provisions may not adequately minimize our product and related liabilities or that such provisions may be unenforceable. We intend to carry product liability insurance, but coverage we secure may not be adequate to cover potential claims. Moreover, to the extent we have to repair, reimburse, or expend funds to cover customer service issues, our results of operations will be negatively affected.

 

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We Will Rely in Part Upon Sales Reps, Retailers and Distribution Partners to Distribute our Products, and We May Be Adversely Affected if Those Parties do not Actively Promote our Products or Pursue Customers Who Would Have a Potential Demand for our Products.

 

We estimate that a significant portion of our revenue will come from sales to partners through sales reps, retailers, distributors, and resellers. Some of these relationships have not been formalized in detailed contracts and may be subject to termination at any time. Even where these relationships are formalized in a detailed contract, the agreements are often terminable with little or no notice and subject to periodic amendment. We cannot control the amount and timing of resources that our partners devote to activities on our behalf.

 

We intend to continue to seek strategic relationships to distribute, license and sell certain of our products. We, however, may not be able to negotiate acceptable relationships in the future and cannot predict whether current or future relationships will be successful.

 

The Markets the Company operates in are Highly Competitive which Could Reduce Sales and Operating Margins.

 

Most of the Company’s products are sold in competitive markets. Maintaining and improving a competitive position will require continued investment in manufacturing, engineering, quality standards, marketing, customer service and support and distribution networks. The Company may not be successful in maintaining its competitive position. The Company’s competitors may develop products and methods that are more efficient or may adapt quicker to new technologies or evolving customer requirements. The Company may not be able to compete successfully with existing competitors or with new competitors. Pricing pressures may require the Company to adjust the prices of products to stay competitive. Failure to continue competing successfully could reduce sales, operating margins, and overall financial performance.

 

The Company’s Business Operations May Be Adversely Affected by Information Systems Interruptions or Cybersecurity Intrusions.

 

The Company depends on various information technologies to administer, store, and support multiple business activities. If these systems are damaged, cease to function properly or are subject to cyber-security attacks, such as those involving unauthorized access, malicious software and/or other intrusions, the Company could experience production downtimes, operational delays, other detrimental impacts on operations or the ability to provide products and services to its customers, the compromising of confidential or otherwise protected information, destruction or corruption of data, security breaches, other manipulation or improper use of the Company’s systems or networks, financial losses from remedial actions, loss of business or potential liability, penalties, fines and/or damage to the Company’s reputation. While the Company attempts to mitigate these risks by employing a number of measures, including having hired an IT manager with cyber security expertise, who reports directly to our management team, employee training, technical security controls and maintenance of backup and protective systems, the Company’s systems, networks, products, and services remain potentially vulnerable to known or unknown threats, any of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company and its financial condition or results of operations. Further, given the unpredictability, nature, and scope of cyber-security attacks, it is possible that potential vulnerabilities could go undetected for an extended period. We have currently not been subject to material cybersecurity breaches in our supply chain, software, or services used in our products, services, or business. A severe future cybersecurity incident in our supply chain could however reduce sales, operating margins, and overall financial performance.

 

With the strategy establishing and expanding our defense subsidiary, which may become involved in defense contracting, we may face increased cyber and security threats that can range from attacks common to most industries, but could have even greater financial or reputational impact, to advanced persistent threats on our defense programs, which could involve information that is considered a matter of national security.

 

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We are dependent on the availability of raw materials, parts, and components used in our products.

 

While the Company manufactures certain parts and components used in its products, the Company also requires substantial amounts of raw materials and purchases certain parts and components from suppliers. The availability of and prices for raw materials, parts and components may be subject to curtailment or change due to, among other things, suppliers’ allocations to other purchasers, interruptions in production by suppliers, including due to geopolitical or civil unrest, unfavorable economic or industry conditions, labor disruptions, supply chain disruptions, catastrophic weather events, natural disasters, the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness, changes in exchange rates and prevailing price levels. Any change in the supply of, or price for, these raw materials or parts and components could materially affect the Company and its financial condition, results of operations and cash flow. For instance, the war in Ukraine affected the geopolitical stability in Serbia. Consequently, the company postponed the production of electric vehicles in Serbia temporarily until after the Serbian election and kept our manufacturing of E-Raptor range of commercial electric Utility Vehicles in the UAE to mitigate the risk for operational and supply chain disruptions. ILUS commenced the production after the Serbian election and expects the first E-Raptor 6x6 models to roll off the Kragujevac production line in Q4 2023. We cannot assure in the future that such incidents can significantly affect our supply chain and impact our financial and operational outlook.

 

Our long-term success depends, in part, on our ability to operate and expand internationally, and our business is susceptible to risks associated with international operations.

 

Currently, we maintain operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Serbia and the United Arab Emirates, and plan to continue our efforts to expand globally, in jurisdictions where we do not currently operate including, but not limited to, Spain, Uruguay and South Africa. The Company expects international operations and export sales to continue to constitute the majority of our sales and assets in the foreseeable future. For the year ended December 31, 2022, the international operations constituted approximately 84% of our total sales of which part of the international operation include international sales to US costumers. For the year ended December 31, 2022, the international operations constituted approximately 99% of our total assets.

 

Managing a global organization is difficult, time consuming and expensive, and any international expansion efforts that we undertake may not be profitable in the near or long term. Although we have operating experience in many foreign jurisdictions, we must still continue to make significant investments to build our international operations. The Company’s sales from international operations and sales from export are both subject in varying degrees to risks inherent in doing business outside the U.S. These risks include the following:

 

 

Costs, risks and uncertainties associated with tailoring our services in international jurisdictions as needed to better address both the needs of customers, and the threats of local competitors;

 

  Risks of economic instability, including due to inflation;

 

  Uncertainties in forecasting revenues and expenses in markets where we have not previously operated;

 

  Costs and risks associated with local and national laws and regulations governing the industries in which we operate, health and safety, climate change and sustainability, and labor and employment;

 

  Operational and compliance challenges caused by distance, language, and cultural differences;

 

  Costs and risks associated with compliance with international tax laws and regulations;

 

  Costs and risks associated with compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other laws in the United States related to conducting business outside the United States, as well as the laws and regulations of non-U.S. jurisdictions governing bribery and other corrupt business activities;

 

  Costs and risks associated with human trafficking, modern slavery and forced labor reporting, training and due diligence laws and regulations in various jurisdictions;

 

  Being subject to other laws and regulations, including laws governing online advertising and other Internet activities, email and other messaging, collection and use of personal information, ownership of intellectual property, taxation and other activities important to our online business practices;

 

  Currency exchange rate fluctuations and restrictions on currency repatriation;

 

  Competition with companies that understand the local market better than we do or that have preexisting relationships with regulators and customers in those markets;

 

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  Adverse effects resulting from the U.K.’s exit from the European Union (commonly known as “Brexit”)

 

  Reduced or varied protection for intellectual property rights in some countries;

 

  Disruption of operations from labor and political disturbances;

 

  Withdrawal from or renegotiation of international trade agreements and other restrictions on the trade between the United States and other countries;

 

  Changes in tariff and trade barriers; and

 

  geopolitical events, including natural disasters, climate change, public health issues, political instability (such as war between Ukraine and Russia), terrorism, insurrection, or war.

 

Entry into certain transactions with foreign entities now or in the future may be subject to government regulations, including review related to foreign direct investment by U.S. or foreign government entities. If a transaction with a foreign entity is subject to regulatory review, such regulatory review might limit our ability to enter into the desired strategic alliance and thus our ability to carry out our long-term business strategy.

 

Operating in international markets also requires significant management attention and financial resources. The investment and additional resources required to establish operations and manage growth in other countries may not produce desired levels of revenue or profitability and could instead result in increased costs without a corresponding benefit. We cannot guarantee that our international operations or expansion efforts will be successful.

 

Any of these events as well as related events not aforementioned, could have a materially adverse impact on the Company and its operations.

 

Uncertainty Related to Environmental Regulation and Industry Standards, as well as Physical Risks of Climate Change, Could Impact the Company’s Results of Operations and Financial Position.

 

Increased public awareness and concern regarding environmental risks, including global climate change, may result in more international, regional and/or federal requirements or industry standards to reduce or mitigate global warming and other environmental risks. New climate change laws and regulations could require the Company to change its manufacturing processes or obtain substitute materials that may cost more or be less available for its manufacturing operations. Various jurisdictions in which the Company does business have implemented, or in the future could implement or amend, restrictions on emissions of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases, limitations or restrictions on water use, the production of single use plastics, regulations on energy management and waste management and other climate change-based rules and regulations, which may increase the Company’s expenses and adversely affect its operating results. In addition, the physical risks of climate change may impact the availability and cost of materials, sources and supply of energy, product demand and manufacturing and could increase insurance and other operating costs. The expected future increased worldwide regulatory activity relating to climate change could expand the nature, scope, and complexity of matters that the Company is required to control, assess, and report. If environmental laws or regulations or industry standards are either changed or adopted and impose significant operational restrictions and compliance requirements upon the Company, its suppliers, its customers or its products, or the Company’s operations are disrupted due to physical impacts of climate change on the Company, its customers or its suppliers, the Company’s business, results of operations and financial condition could be adversely impacted.

 

Significant Movements in Foreign Currency Exchange Rates May Harm the Company’s Financial Results.

 

The Company is exposed to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, particularly with respect to the Euro, British Pound, Indian Rupee, UAE Dirham and Serbian Dinar. Any significant change in the value of the currencies of the countries in which the Company does business against the U.S. Dollar could affect the Company’s ability to sell products competitively and control its cost structure, which could have a material adverse effect on results of operations.

 

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A Significant or Sustained Decline in Commodity Prices Including Oil Could Negatively Impact the Levels of Expenditures by Certain of the Company’s Customers.

 

Demand for the Company’s products depends, in part, on the level of new and planned expenditures by certain of its customers. The level of expenditures by the Company’s customers is dependent on, among other factors, general economic conditions, availability of credit, economic conditions within their respective industries and expectations of future market behavior. The Company’s profitability may be adversely affected during any periods of unexpected or rapid increases in interest rates and volatility in commodity prices, including oil, can negatively affect the level of these activities and especially impact our Industrial & Manufacturing division and can result in postponement of capital spending decisions or the delay or cancellation of existing orders. The ability of the Company’s customers to finance capital investment and maintenance may also be affected by the conditions in their industries. Reduced demand for the Company’s products could result in the delay or cancellation of existing orders or lead to excess manufacturing capacity, which unfavorably impacts the absorption of fixed manufacturing costs. This reduced demand could have a material adverse effect on the Company and its financial condition and results of operations.

 

We are dependent on financing for the continuation of our operations.

 

It can at times be difficult to predict our capital needs on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. Our future is dependent upon our ability to obtain profitable operations or financing. We reserve the right to seek additional funds through private placements of our common stock and/or through debt financing. We do not have financing in place at this time for all future planned acquisitions. We may not have access to financing or on terms that are acceptable to us. Any lack of funds from operations or fundraisings for any shortage could be detrimental to our ability to continue operations and negatively impact us and our financial condition, results of operations and cash flow.

 

Risks Related to Legal, Accounting and Regulatory Matters

 

An Unfavorable Outcome of Any Pending Contingencies or Litigation Could Adversely Affect the Company.

 

We have been named as a defendant in a lawsuit, and we may be named in additional litigation, all of which will require significant management time and attention and result in significant legal expenses and may result in an unfavorable outcome, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by our former CEO, Larson Elmore. A case also has been filed in the Eight Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada (Case No. A-22-858343-C). Plaintiff alleges that we breached a stock purchase agreement dated May 10, 2020, and promissory notes and is therefore entitled to damages. We have potential counterclaims against the former CEO which are being prepared due to improper action and lack of disclosures. The company has disputed the claim and argue that Larson Elmore has been misleading the company and its shareholders on various matters including but not limited to liabilities, company commitments and due diligence items presented by Larson Elmore during the takeover process. We are in the process of a settlement discussion and have obtained an extension of time to respond while this process occurs.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Steve Nicol, who claims that he loaned $12,000 on or about May 23, 2017, to Cache Cabinetry, LLC a subsidiary of ILUS under a promissory note, but that ILUS agreed to assume the note. He further claims that he elected to convert the note and that ILUS failed to convert the note into shares of ILUS common stock. He has alleged breach of contract, declaratory relief, and specific performance to require the company to issue 75,000,000 shares of common stock in ILUS. The company obtained a settlement on September 6, 2023, and awaits the final court order.

 

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We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Black Ice Advisors LLC, regarding a historic note entered into by the previous CEO, Larson Elmore with a principal amount of $4,000. The company dispute the legitimacy of the note. On June 5, 2023, we got a service of process by Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, with a reschedule hearing on March 3, 2024. On August 22, 2023, the company received information that Black Ice Advisors withdrew their prior demand for shares with a new motion seeking a monetary judgment in Black Ice’s in the amount of $3.772 million for the historic note with a principal amount of $4,000. At a hearing on November 3, 2023, the Court adopted its tentative ruling as the final ruling and denied the motion for summary judgement from Black Ice Advisors LLC. The case has received a trial date for March 8, 2024.

 

We cannot predict whether the action against involving our former CEO, Black Ice Advisors or Mr. Nicol is likely to result in any material recovery by or expense to our company. In general, we lack much information and evidence to support the assertions of financial statements prior to the current management taking over and there are chances that preceding management of the company might have missed compliances for which we are not aware. Thus, the company may have to bear consequences for that from authorities. We cannot reasonably ascertain an amount for those contingencies.

 

Where it is reasonably possible to do so, the Company accrues estimates of the probable costs for the resolution of these matters. These estimates are based upon an analysis of potential results and settlement strategies. It is possible, however, that future operating results for any particular quarter or annual period could be affected by changes in assumption.

 

We may continue to incur legal fees in responding to these and other lawsuits. The expense of defending such litigation may be significant and any sizeable verdict may adversely affect the company. The amount of time to resolve this and any additional lawsuits is unpredictable, and these actions may divert management’s attention from the day-to-day operations of our business, all of which could adversely affect our business, results of operations and cash flows. For additional detail related to this risk, see Item 8, “Legal Proceedings”.

 

The Sale of our Products Involves Potential Product Liability and Related Risks that Could Expose us to Significant Insurance and Loss Expenses.

 

We face an inherent risk of exposure to product liability claims if the use of our products results in, or is believed to have resulted in, illness or injury. Any product liability claim may increase our costs and adversely affect our revenue and operating income. Moreover, liability claims arising from a serious adverse event may increase our costs through higher insurance premiums and deductibles for our insurances we have with Firebug Group, Georgia Fire and Bull Head Products and may make it more difficult to secure adequate insurance coverage in the future. In addition, our product liability insurance may fail to cover future product liability claims, which, if adversely determined, could subject us to substantial monetary damages. Georgia Fire, Bull Head Products and Firebug all have General Liability Cover.

 

Failure by us to Maintain the Proprietary Nature of our Technology, Intellectual Property and Manufacturing Processes Could Have a Material Adverse Effect on our Business, Operating Results, Financial Condition, Stock Price, and on our Ability to Compete Effectively.

 

We principally rely upon patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret and contract law to establish and protect our proprietary rights. There is a risk that claims allowed on any patent licenses or trademarks we hold may not be broad enough to protect our technology. In addition, our patent licenses or trademarks may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented and we cannot be certain that the rights granted thereunder will provide competitive advantages to us. Moreover, any current or future issued or licensed patents, or trademarks, or currently existing or future developed trade secrets or know-how may not afford sufficient protection against competitors with similar technologies or processes, and the possibility exists that certain of our already issued patents or trademarks may infringe upon third party patents or trademarks or be designed around by others. In addition, there is a risk that others may independently develop proprietary technologies and processes, which are the same as, substantially equivalent, or superior to ours, or become available in the market at a lower price.

 

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In addition, foreign laws treat the protection of proprietary rights differently from laws in the United States and may not protect our proprietary rights to the same extent as U.S. laws. The failure of foreign laws or judicial systems to adequately protect our proprietary rights or intellectual property, including intellectual property developed on our behalf by foreign contractors or subcontractors may have a material adverse effect on our business, operations, financial results, and stock price.

 

There is a risk that we have infringed or in the future will infringe patents or trademarks owned by others, that we will need to acquire licenses under patents or trademarks belonging to others for technology potentially useful or necessary to us, and that licenses will not be available to us on acceptable terms, if at all.

 

We may have to litigate to enforce our patents or trademarks or to determine the scope and validity of other parties’ proprietary rights. Litigation could be very costly and divert management’s attention. An adverse outcome in any litigation may have a severe negative effect on our financial results and stock price. To determine the priority of inventions, we may have to participate in interference proceedings declared by the United States Patent and Trademark Office or oppositions in foreign patent and trademark offices, which could result in substantial cost and limitations on the scope or validity of our patents or trademarks.

 

We also rely on trade secrets and proprietary know-how, which we seek to protect by confidentiality agreements with our employees, consultants, service providers and third parties. There is a risk that these agreements may be breached, and that the remedies available to us may not be adequate. In addition, our trade secrets and proprietary know-how may otherwise become known to or be independently discovered by others.

 

Compliance with Changing Regulation of Corporate Governance and Public Disclosure May Result in Additional Expenses.

 

Changing laws, regulations and standards relating to corporate governance and public disclosure, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and new SEC regulations, are creating uncertainty for companies such as ours. These new or changed laws, regulations and standards are subject to varying interpretations in many cases due to their lack of specificity, and as a result, their application in practice may evolve over time as new guidance is provided by regulatory and governing bodies, which could result in continuing uncertainty regarding compliance matters and higher costs necessitated by ongoing revisions to disclosure and governance practices. We are committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and public disclosure. As a result, we intend to invest resources to comply with evolving laws, regulations and standards, and this investment may result in increased general and administrative expenses and a diversion of management time and attention from revenue-generating activities to compliance activities. If our efforts to comply with new or changed laws, regulations and standards differ from the activities intended by regulatory or governing bodies due to ambiguities related to practice, our reputation may be harmed.

 

If we Fail to Comply with the Rules under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act Related to Accounting Controls and Procedures, or if Material Weaknesses or Other Deficiencies are Discovered in our Internal Accounting Procedures, our Stock Price Could Decline Significantly.

 

Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act requires annual management assessments of the effectiveness of our internal controls over financial reporting. We are in the process of documenting and testing our internal control procedures, and we may identify material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting and other deficiencies. If material weaknesses and deficiencies are detected, it could cause investors to lose confidence in our Company and result in a decline in our stock price and consequently affect our financial condition. In addition, if we fail to achieve and maintain the adequacy of our internal controls, we may not be able to ensure that we can conclude on an ongoing basis that we have effective internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Moreover, effective internal controls, particularly those related to revenue recognition, are necessary for us to produce reliable financial reports and are important to helping prevent financial fraud. If we cannot provide reliable financial reports or prevent fraud, our business and operating results could be harmed, investors could lose confidence in our reported financial information, and the trading price of our Common Stock could drop significantly. In addition, we cannot be certain that additional material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in our internal controls will not be discovered in the future.

 

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Failure To Comply with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the U.K. Bribery Act or Other Applicable Anti-bribery Laws Could Have an Adverse Effect on the Company.

 

The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the U.K. Bribery Act and similar anti-bribery laws in other jurisdictions generally prohibit companies and their intermediaries from making improper payments for the purpose of obtaining or retaining business. Recent years have seen a substantial increase in anti-bribery law enforcement activity with more frequent and aggressive investigations and enforcement proceedings by both the Department of Justice and the SEC, increased enforcement activity by non-U.S. regulators and increases in criminal and civil proceedings brought against companies and individuals. The Company’s policies mandate compliance with all anti-bribery laws. However, the Company operates in certain countries that are recognized as having governmental and commercial corruption. The Company’s internal control policies and procedures may not always protect it from reckless or criminal acts committed by employees or third-party intermediaries. Violations of these anti-bribery laws may result in criminal or civil sanctions, which could have a material adverse effect on the Company and its financial condition and results of operations.

 

Changes in Tax laws or Exposure to Additional Income Tax Liabilities Could have a Material Impact on our Company, the Results of Operations, Financial Conditions and Cash Flows.

 

We are subject to income taxes, as well as non-income-based taxes in the jurisdictions in which we operate, as well as jurisdictions such as the United States, in which we intend to have operations. The tax laws in these could change on a prospective or retroactive basis, and any such changes could adversely affect us and our effective tax rate.

 

Taxation regulation in territories around the world can also change very quickly, which may mean that all the implications for businesses may not have been fully thought through by the regulating authorities before final guidelines and laws are issued. Furthermore, any changes made by tax authorities, together with other legislative changes, to the mandatory sharing of company information (financial and operational) with tax authorities on both a local and global basis, could lead to disagreements between jurisdictions with respect to the proper allocation of profits between such jurisdictions. We therefore continuously monitor changes to tax regulation and double tax treaties between the territories in which we operate. We also maintain a comprehensive transfer pricing policy to govern the flow of funds between various tax territories.

 

We are further subject to ongoing tax audits in the various jurisdictions in which we operate. We regularly assess the likely outcomes of these audits in order to determine the appropriateness of our tax provisions. However, there can be no assurance that we will accurately predict the outcomes of these audits, which could have a material impact on the business, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows.

 

While we have recorded reserves for potential payments to various tax authorities related to uncertain tax positions, the calculation of such tax liabilities involves the application of complex tax regulations in many jurisdictions. Therefore, any dispute with a tax authority may result in payment that is significantly different from our estimates. If the payment proves to be less than the recorded reserves, the reversal of the liabilities would generally result in tax benefits being recognized in the period when we determine the liabilities to be no longer necessary. Conversely, if the payment proves to be more than the reserves, we could incur additional charges, and these could have a materially adverse effect on the business, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows.

 

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Laws and Regulations Governing International Business Operations Could Adversely Impact Our Company.

 

The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”), and the Bureau of Industry and Security at the US Department of Commerce (“BIS”) administer certain laws and regulations that restrict US persons and, in some instances, non-US persons, in conducting activities, transacting business with, or making investments in certain countries, governments, entities and individuals subject to US economic sanctions.

 

Our international operations subject us to these laws and regulations, which are complex, restrict business dealings with certain countries, governments, entities, and individuals, and are constantly changing. Further restrictions may be enacted, amended, enforced, or interpreted in a manner that materially impacts our operations. From time to time, certain subsidiaries have limited business dealings in countries subject to comprehensive sanctions.

 

Certain of our subsidiaries sell products, and may provide related services, to distributors and other purchasing bodies in such countries. These business dealings represent an insignificant amount of our consolidated revenues and income but expose us to a heightened risk of violating applicable sanctions regulations. Violations of these regulations are punishable by civil penalties, including fines, denial of export privileges, injunctions, asset seizures, debarment from government contracts and revocations or restrictions of licenses, as well as criminal fines and imprisonment.

 

We have established policies and procedures designed to assist with compliance with such laws and regulations. However, there can be no assurance that these will prevent us from violating these regulations in every transaction in which we may engage. As such a violation could adversely affect our reputation, business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

 

We are subject to changes in contract estimates in our Defense and Industrial & Manufacturing Divisions

 

We account for substantially all long-term contracts in the Defense and Industrial & Manufacturing Divisions utilizing the cost-to-cost method of percentage-of-completion accounting. This accounting requires judgment relative to assessing risks, estimating revenues and costs, and making assumptions regarding the timing of receipt of delivery orders from our customer and technical issues. Due to the size and nature of these contracts, the estimation of total revenues and costs is complicated and subject to many variables. We must make assumptions regarding for example expected increases in material costs, wages and employee benefits, engineering hours, productivity and availability of labor and allocated fixed costs. Changes to production costs, overhead rates, learning curves and/or supplier performance can also impact these estimates. Furthermore, under the revenue recognition accounting rules, we can only include units in our estimates of overall contract profitability after we have received a firm delivery order for those units. Because new orders have the potential to significantly change the overall profitability of cumulative orders received to date, particularly early in the contract when fewer overall units are on order, the period in which we receive those orders will impact the estimated life-to-date contract profitability. Changes in underlying assumptions, circumstances or estimates could have a material adverse effect on our net sales, financial condition and/or profitability.

 

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General Risk Factors

 

The Company’s Success Depends on Its Executive Management and Other Key Personnel.

 

The Company’s future success depends to a significant degree on the skills, experience and efforts of its executive management and other key personnel and their ability to provide the Company with uninterrupted leadership and direction. The loss of the services of any of the executive officers or a failure to provide adequate succession plans for key personnel could have an adverse impact on the Company. The availability of highly qualified talent is limited and the competition for talent is robust. However, the Company provides long-term equity awards and certain other benefits for its executive officers which provides incentives for them to make a commitment to the Company. The Company’s future success will depend on its ability to have adequate succession plans in place and to attract, retain and develop qualified personnel. A failure to efficiently replace executive management members and other key personnel and to attract, retain and develop new qualified personnel could have an adverse effect on the Company’s operations and implementation of its strategic plan.

 

Challenges with Respect to Labor Availability Could Negatively Impact the Company’s Ability to Operate or Grow the Business.

 

The Company’s success depends in part on the ability of its businesses to proactively attract, motivate, and retain a qualified and highly skilled workforce in an intensely competitive labor market. A failure to attract, motivate and retain highly skilled personnel could adversely affect the Company’s operating results or its ability to operate or grow the business. Additionally, any labor stoppages or labor disruptions, including due to geopolitical unrest, unfavorable economic or industry conditions, catastrophic weather events, natural disasters or the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness could adversely affect the Company’s operating results or its ability to operate or grow the business.

 

Risks Related to our Management and Control Persons

 

Our largest shareholder, officer, director, Nicolas Link holds substantial control over the company and is able to influence all corporate matters, which could be deemed by shareholders as not always being in their best interests.

 

Nicolas Link, our Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of Directors) with his company, FB Technologies Global, Inc. Dubai, U.A.E , owns approximately 2% of the outstanding shares of common stock, owns all of the outstanding shares of Class A Preferred Stock, Class B Preferred Stock and Class D Preferred Stock and owns 15% of the outstanding shares of Class F Preferred Stock.

 

Our common stock is entitled to one vote per share on all matters submitted to a vote of the stockholders, including the election of directors. Each share of Class A Preferred Stock is entitled to vote together with the holders of our common stock on all matters submitted to shareholders at a rate of 500 votes, including the election of directors. Each share of Class D Preferred Stock is entitled to vote together with the holders of our common stock on all matters submitted to shareholders at a rate of 500 votes, including the election of directors.

 

There are 1,379,080,699 shares of common stock outstanding, which amounts to 1,379,080,699 votes on matters requiring a shareholder vote. While Mr. Link owns only 2% of the outstanding common shares, with the Series A Preferred Stock that Mr. Link owns, he has the power over 5,000,000,000 votes and with the Series D Preferred Stock, he has the power to over 30,370,500,000 additional votes on matters requiring a shareholder vote, including the election of directors. He will have voting power over every aspect of our business.

 

By virtue of his ownership of common stock and preferred stock, Mr. Link is able to exercise significant influence over all matters requiring approval by our stockholders, including the election of directors, the approval of significant corporate transactions, and any change of control of our company.

 

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Our officers and directors are located outside of the U.S., so it will be difficult to effect service of process and enforcement of legal judgments upon our officers and directors.

 

Our officers and directors are located outside of the United States and reside in the U.A.E, U.K. and Denmark. As a result, it may be difficult to effect service of process within the United States and enforce judgments of the US courts obtained against our executive officers and directors. Particularly, our shareholders may not be able to:

 

  Effect service of process in the U.S. on any of our officers and directors;
     
  Enforce judgments obtained in U.S. courts against our officers and directors based upon the civil liability provisions of the U.S. federal securities laws;
     
  Enforce, in a court outside of the U.S., judgments of U.S. courts based on the civil liability provisions of the U.S. federal securities laws; and
     
  Bring an original action in a court in the U.A.E, U.K. or Denmark to enforce liabilities against any of our officers and directors based upon the U.S. federal securities laws.

 

We are dependent on the continued services of our Director and Chairman and if we fail to keep them or fail to attract and retain qualified senior executives and key technical personnel, our business may not be able to expand.

 

We are dependent on the continued availability of Chairman, Nicolas Link and Director, John-Paul Backwell, and the availability of new executives to implement our business plans. The market for skilled employees is highly competitive, especially for employees in our industry. Although we expect that our planned compensation programs will be intended to attract and retain the employees required for us to be successful, there can be no assurance that we will be able to retain all our key employees or a sufficient number to execute our plans, nor can there be any assurance we will be able to continue to attract new employees as required.

 

Our lack of adequate D&O insurance may also make it difficult for us to retain and attract talented and skilled directors and officers.

 

In the future we may be subject to litigation, including potential class action and stockholder derivative actions. Risks associated with legal liability are difficult to assess and quantify, and their existence and magnitude can remain unknown for significant periods of time. To date, we have not obtained directors and officers liability (“D&O”) insurance, but the company is currently investigating and plans to obtain one. Without adequate D&O insurance, the amounts we would pay to indemnify our officers and directors should they be subject to legal action based on their service to the Company could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and liquidity. Furthermore, our lack of adequate D&O insurance may make it difficult for us to retain and attract talented and skilled directors and officers, which could adversely affect our business. 

 

Our Officers and Key Personnel may voluntarily terminate their relationship with us at any time, and competition for qualified personnel is lengthy, costly, and disruptive.

 

If we lose the services of our officers and key personnel and fail to replace them if they depart, we could experience a negative effect on our financial results and stock price. The loss and our failure to attract, integrate, motivate, and retain additional key employees could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating and financial results and stock price.

 

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Certain of our officers and directors have other business pursuits that might interfere with their work on our business.

 

Our key management and board are also represented on the management and board of QIND, our subsidiary and our Chairman and CEO Nicolas Link is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dear Cashmere Holding Co. and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of CGrowth Capital, Inc. where he also holds the voting control. As a result, at certain points in time, these jointly represented companies may have members of key management and board concentrate their efforts on transactions that focus on one company over the other, which collectively would not amount to work for our company on a full-time basis. Dear Cashmere Holding Co. and CGrowth Capital, Inc. are however not affiliated with ILUS or any of its subsidiaries and each public company are independently responsible for its own funding. We estimate that our key management will spend an average of 20% of their time on the company’s Subsidiary QIND and 80% on the parent company ILUS. This and other conflicts of interest may arise between us and our officers and director in that they have other business interests currently, with respect to ILUS, and in the future to which they devote their attention, such as in the case of acquisitions, and they may be expected to continue to do so although management time must also be devoted to our business. These competing interests could disrupt focus of our key management and board. As a result, conflicts of interest may arise that can be resolved only through exercise of such judgment as is consistent with each officer or director’s understanding of his or her fiduciary duties to our company.

 

Currently we have only four officers and one director. We will seek to add additional officers and/or directors with industry experience and when the proper personnel are located and terms of employment are mutually negotiated and agreed, and we have sufficient capital resources and cash flow to make such appointments.

 

In an effort to resolve such potential conflicts of interest as between ILUS and QIND, our officers and director have agreed that any opportunities that they are aware of independently or directly through their association with us would be presented by them solely to ILUS, before determining whether to include the opportunities in QIND or another subsidiary.

 

In general, our officers and director are required to present business opportunities to ILUS, which may include QIND, if:

 

  ILUS could financially undertake the opportunity through QIND; and

 

  the opportunity is aligned with the Industrial business of QIND.

 

Potential investors should also be aware of the following potential conflicts of interest:

 

None of our officers or director is required to commit his or her full time to our company and, accordingly, may have conflicts of interest in allocating his or her time among various business activities.

 

In the course of their other business activities, our officers and directors may become aware of investment and business opportunities which may be appropriate for presentation to us as well as the other entities with which they are affiliated.

 

Our officers and directors may have a conflict of interest with respect to evaluating a particular business combination if the retention or resignation of any such officers and directors was included by a target business as a condition to any agreement with respect to the combination.

 

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Below is a table summarizing the entities to which our executive officers and director currently have fiduciary duties or contractual obligations:

 

Individual (1)   Entity(2)   Affiliation
Nicolas Link   ILUS
QIND
DRCR
CGRA
  Director & CEO
Director
Director
Director
John-Paul Backwell   ILUS
QIND
  Managing Director
CEO
Louise Bennett   ILUS
QIND
  COO
COO
Krishnan Krishnamoorthy   ILUS
QIND
  CFO
CFO
Carsten Kjems Falk   ILUS
QIND
  CCO
CCO

 

(1)Each person has a fiduciary duty with respect to the listed entities next to their respective names. Each of our Officers only have employment in our Company and our Subsidiary QIND.
  
(2)Each of the entities listed by trading symbol in this table has priority and preference relative to our company with respect to the performance by each individual listed in this table of his obligations and the presentation by each such individual of business opportunities.

 

We cannot provide assurances that our efforts to eliminate the potential impact of conflicts of interest will be effective. We are at risk that our officers and directors will favor their other business interest over the needs of our company. These competing business interests could interfere with our ability to successfully implement our business plan.

 

Risks Relating to our Common Stock

 

We may conduct offerings of our equity securities in the future, in which case your proportionate interest may become diluted.

 

We may be required to conduct equity offerings in the future to finance our current projects or to finance subsequent projects that we decide to undertake. If our common stock shares are issued in return for additional funds, the price per share could be lower than that paid by our current shareholders but with the aim to increase overall value for all shareholders. We anticipate continuing to rely on equity sales of our common stock shares in order to fund our business operations. If we issue additional common stock shares or securities convertible into shares of our common stock, your percentage interest in us could become diluted.

 

Our common stock price may be volatile and could fluctuate, which could result in substantial losses for investors.

 

Our common stock is quoted on the OTC Pink Market under the symbol, “ILUS.” The market price of our common stock is likely to be volatile and could fluctuate in price in response to various factors, many of which are beyond our control, including:

 

  government regulation of our Company and operations.

 

  the establishment of partnerships.

 

  intellectual property disputes.

 

  additions or departures of key personnel.

 

  sales of our common stock.

 

  our ability to integrate operations, technology, products and services.

 

  our ability to execute our business plan.

 

  operating results below expectations.

 

  loss of any strategic relationship.

 

  industry developments.

 

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  economic and other external factors; and

 

  period-to-period fluctuations in our financial results.

  

In addition, the securities markets have from time-to-time experienced significant price and volume fluctuations that are unrelated to the operating performance of particular companies. These market fluctuations may also materially and adversely affect the market price of our common stock.

 

Sales of a substantial number of shares of our common stock in the public market, or the perception that such sales could occur, could cause our stock price to fall.

 

The market price of our common stock could decline significantly as a result of sales of a large number of shares of our common stock. If our existing stockholders sell, or indicate an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our common stock in the public market after the contractual and securities law restrictions on resale of such common stock lapse, or after those shares become registered for resale pursuant to an effective registration statement, the trading price of our common stock could decline. As of March 31, 2023, a total of 1,379,080,699 shares of our common stock were outstanding. Of those shares, 1,190,797,366 are currently without restriction, in the public market. Upon the effectiveness of any registration statement, we could elect to file with respect to any outstanding shares of common stock, any sales of those shares or any perception in the market that such sales may occur could cause the trading price of our common stock to decline.

 

The issuance of shares of our common stock upon conversion or exercise of preferred stock, warrants and convertible notes, will dilute ownership to existing shareholders and may cause our stock price to fall.

 

Any issuance of additional common stock by us in the future as a result of the conversion or exercise of warrants, convertible notes, preferred stock or debt settlements would result in dilution to our existing shareholders. Such issuances could be made at a price that reflects a discount or a premium to the then-current trading price of our common stock. Moreover, the perception in the public market that shareholders might sell shares of our stock or that we could make a significant issuance of additional common stock in the future could depress the market for our shares. These sales, or the perception that these sales might occur, could depress the market price of our common stock or make it more difficult for us to sell equity securities in the future at a time and at a price that we deem appropriate.

 

We have issued shares of our common stock, as well as other securities such as warrants, convertible notes, preferred stock or debt settlements, which are convertible into shares of our common stock, in financing transactions that are deemed to be “restricted securities,” as that term is defined in Rule 144 promulgated under the Securities Act. From time to time, certain of our shareholders or derivative security holders may be eligible to sell all or some of their restricted shares of common stock by means of ordinary brokerage transactions in the open market pursuant to Rule 144, subject to certain limitations. The resale pursuant to Rule 144 of shares acquired from us in private transactions could cause our stock price to decline significantly.

 

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends or distributions on our capital stock.

 

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends or distributions on our capital stock. While we may not anticipate paying a dividend in the short-term and we currently intend to retain short-term earnings for growth, we may do so in the medium to long-term future.

 

The declaration, payment and amount of any future dividends will be made at the discretion of the board of directors, and will depend upon, among other things, the results of our operations, cash flows and financial condition, operating and capital requirements, and other factors as the board of directors considers relevant. There is no assurance that future dividends will be paid, and, if dividends are paid, there is no assurance with respect to the amount of any such dividend.

 

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We may become involved in securities class action litigation that could divert management’s attention and harm our business.

 

The stock market in general, have experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations. These fluctuations have often been unrelated or disproportionate to the operating performance of the companies involved. If these fluctuations occur in the future, the market price of our shares could fall regardless of our operating performance. In the past, following periods of volatility in the market price of a particular company’s securities, securities class action litigation has often been brought against that company. If the market price or volume of our shares suffers extreme fluctuations, then we may become involved in this type of litigation, which would be expensive and divert management’s attention and resources from managing our business.

 

As a public company, we may also from time to time make forward-looking statements about future operating results and provide some financial guidance to the public markets. Projections may not be timely made and set at expected performance levels and could affect the price of our shares.

 

Our common stock is currently deemed a “penny stock,” which makes it more difficult for our investors to sell their shares.

 

Our common stock is currently deemed a “penny stock,” which makes it more difficult for our investors to sell their shares. The SEC has adopted rule 3a51-1 which establishes the definition of a “penny stock,” for the purposes relevant to us, as any equity security that has a market price of less than $5.00 per share or with an exercise price of less than $5.00 per share, subject to certain exceptions. For any transaction involving a penny stock, unless exempt, Rule 15g-9 requires:

 

  that a broker or dealer approve a person’s account for transactions in penny stocks, and
     
  the broker or dealer receive from the investor a written agreement to the transaction, setting forth the identity and quantity of the penny stock to be purchased.

 

In order to approve a person’s account for transactions in penny stocks, the broker or dealer must:

 

  obtain financial information and investment experience objectives of the person, and
     
  make a reasonable determination that the transactions in penny stocks are suitable for that person and the person has sufficient knowledge and experience in financial matters to be capable of evaluating the risks of transactions in penny stocks.

 

The broker or dealer must also deliver, prior to any transaction in a penny stock, a disclosure schedule prescribed by the SEC relating to the penny stock market, which, in highlight form:

 

  sets forth the basis on which the broker or dealer made the suitability determination and
     
  that the broker or dealer received a signed, written agreement from the investor prior to the transaction.

 

Generally, brokers may be less willing to execute transactions in securities subject to the “penny stock” rules. This may make it more difficult for investors to dispose of our common stock and cause a decline in the market value of our stock. 

 

If we do not have sufficient authorized common stock for potential conversion of our outstanding Series B and Series D Preferred Stock, we could be at risk of breaching a forbearance agreement with the shareholder, Nicolas Link.

 

The company is in the process of entering into a forbearance agreement with Nicolas Link, the affiliate holder of our Series B and Series D Preferred Stock, to restrict him from converting his preferred stock into common stock until the earlier of one year from listing with a national exchange or two years from the date of the agreement. The number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion or exercise of outstanding preferred stock, warrants and convertible notes upon entering the Forbearance agreement are appx 1.8bn shares and below the 2bn authorized number of shares. After the forbearance period ends, we may be required to have sufficient shares of common stock available to accommodate future conversions of the preferred stock.

 

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If we breach our obligations under the forbearance agreement with the holder of our Series B Preferred Stock and our Series D Preferred Stock, including our failure to convert the preferred stock into shares of common stock as a result of an insufficient number of shares of authorized common stock available for issuance, we would be in default of the agreement if Nicolas Link chooses to convert the applicable preferred stock into shares of common stock.

 

Risks Relating to Our Company and Industry

 

The success of our business depends on our ability to maintain and enhance our reputation and brand.

 

We believe that our reputation in our industry is of significant importance to the success of our business. A well-recognized brand is critical to increasing our customer base and, in turn, increasing our revenue. Since the industry is highly competitive, our ability to remain competitive depends to a large extent on our ability to maintain and enhance our reputation and brand, which could be difficult and expensive. To maintain and enhance our reputation and brand, we need to successfully manage many aspects of our business, such as cost-effective marketing campaigns to increase brand recognition and awareness in a highly competitive market. We cannot assure you, however, that these activities will be successful and achieve the brand promotion goals we expect. If we fail to maintain and enhance our reputation and brand, or if we incur excessive expenses in our efforts to do so, our business, financial conditions and results of operations could be adversely affected.

 

In the event that we are unable to successfully compete in our industry, we may not see lower profit margins

 

We face substantial competition in our industry. Due to our smaller size, it can be assumed that some of our competitors have greater financial, technical, and other competitive resources. Accordingly, these competitors may have already begun to establish superior technologies in our industry. We will attempt to compete against these competitors by developing technology that exceed what is offered by our competitors. However, we cannot assure you that our technology will outperform competing technology, or that our competitors will not develop new products or services that exceed what we provide. In addition, we may face competition based on price. If our competitors lower the prices on their products, then it may not be possible for us to market our products at prices that are economically viable. Increased competition could result in:

 

  Lower than projected revenues;

 

  Price reductions and lower profit margins.
     

Any one of these results could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

In addition, our competitors may develop competing products that achieve greater market acceptance. It is also possible that new competitors may emerge and acquire significant market share. Our inability to achieve sales and revenue due to competition will have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.

 

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If we are unable to successfully manage growth, our operations could be adversely affected.

 

Our progress is expected to require the full utilization of our management, financial and other resources. Our ability to manage growth effectively will depend on our ability to improve and expand operations, including our financial and management information systems, and to recruit, train and manage personnel. There can be no absolute assurance that management will be able to manage growth effectively.

 

If we do not properly manage the growth of our business, we may experience significant strains on our management and operations and disruptions in our business. Various risks arise when companies and industries grow quickly. If our business or industry grows too quickly, our ability to meet customer demand in a timely and efficient manner could be challenged. We may also experience development delays as we seek to meet increased demand for our services and platform. Our failure to properly manage the growth that we or our industry might experience could negatively impact our ability to execute on our operating plan and, accordingly, could have an adverse impact on our business, our cash flow and results of operations, and our reputation with our current or potential customers.

 

We may fail to successfully integrate acquisitions or otherwise be unable to benefit from pursuing acquisitions.

 

We believe there are meaningful opportunities to grow through acquisitions and joint ventures across all service categories and we expect to continue a strategy of selectively identifying and acquiring businesses with complementary services. We may be unable to identify, negotiate, and complete suitable acquisition opportunities on reasonable terms. There can be no assurance that any business acquired by us will be successfully integrated with our operations or prove to be profitable to us. We may incur future liabilities related to acquisitions. Should any of the following problems, or others, occur as a result of our acquisition strategy, the impact could be material:

 

  difficulties integrating personnel from acquired entities and other corporate cultures into our business; difficulties integrating information systems;

 

  the potential loss of key employees of acquired companies;

 

  the assumption of liabilities and exposure to undisclosed or unknown liabilities of acquired companies; or the diversion of management attention from existing operations.

 

The elimination of monetary liability against our directors, officers and employees under our Articles of Incorporation and the existence of indemnification rights to our directors, officers and employees may result in substantial expenditures by our Company and may discourage lawsuits against our directors, officers, and employees.

 

Our Articles of Incorporation contain provisions that eliminate the liability of our directors for monetary damages to our Company and shareholders. Our bylaws also require us to indemnify our officers and directors. We may also have contractual indemnification obligations under our agreements with our directors, officers, and employees. The foregoing indemnification obligations could result in our company incurring substantial expenditures to cover the cost of settlement or damage awards against directors, officers, and employees that we may be unable to recoup. These provisions and resulting costs may also discourage our company from bringing a lawsuit against directors, officers, and employees for breaches of their fiduciary duties, and may similarly discourage the filing of derivative litigation by our shareholders against our directors, officers, and employees even though such actions, if successful, might otherwise benefit our Company and shareholders.

 

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We provide integrated project management services in the form of long-term, fixed price contracts that may require us to assume additional risks associated with cost over-runs, operating cost inflation, labor availability and productivity, supplier and contractor pricing and performance, and potential claims for liquidated damages.

 

We provide integrated project management services outside our normal discrete business in the form of long-term, fixed price contracts. Some of these contracts are required by our customers, primarily international oil companies and defense companies. These services include acting as project managers as well as service providers and may require us to assume additional risks associated with cost over-runs. These customers may provide us with inaccurate information in relation to their reserves, which is a subjective process that involves location and volume estimation, that may result in cost over-runs, delays, and project losses. In addition, our customers often operate in countries with unsettled political conditions, war, civil unrest, or other types of community issues. These issues may also result in cost over-runs, delays, and project losses.

 

Providing services on an integrated basis may also require us to assume additional risks associated with operating cost inflation, labor availability and productivity, supplier pricing and performance, and potential claims for liquidated damages. We rely on third-party subcontractors and equipment providers to assist us with the completion of these types of contracts. To the extent that we cannot engage subcontractors or acquire equipment or materials in a timely manner and on reasonable terms, our ability to complete a project in accordance with stated deadlines or at a profit may be impaired. If the amount we are required to pay for these goods and services exceeds the amount we have estimated in bidding for fixed-price work, we could experience losses in the performance of these contracts. These delays and additional costs may be substantial, and we may be required to compensate our customers for these delays. This may reduce the profit to be realized or result in a loss on a project.

 

We may experience unexpected supply shortages.

 

We distribute products from a wide variety of manufacturers and suppliers. Nevertheless, in the future we may have difficulty obtaining the products we need from suppliers and manufacturers as a result of unexpected demand or production difficulties. Also, products may not be available to us in quantities sufficient to meet our customer demand. Our inability to obtain sufficient products from suppliers and manufacturers, in sufficient quantities, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. For instance, the war in Ukraine affected the geopolitical stability in Serbia. Consequently, the company postponed the production of electric vehicles in Serbia temporarily until after the Serbian election and kept our manufacturing of E-Raptor range of commercial electric Utility Vehicles in the UAE to mitigate the risk for operational and supply chain disruptions. ILUS commenced the production after the Serbian election and expects the first E-Raptor 6x6 models to roll off the Kragujevac production line in Q4 2023. We cannot assure in the future that such incidents can significantly affect our supply chain and impact our financial and operational outlook.

 

A substantial decrease in the price of steel could significantly lower our gross profit or cash flow.

 

We distribute many products manufactured, some of which may contain steel and, as a result, our business may be significantly affected by the price and supply of steel. When steel prices are lower, the prices that we charge customers for products may decline, which affects our gross profit and cash flow. The steel industry as a whole is cyclical and at times pricing and availability of steel can be volatile due to numerous factors beyond our control, including general domestic and international economic conditions, labor costs, sales levels, competition, consolidation of steel producers, fluctuations in the costs of raw materials necessary to produce steel, import duties and tariffs and currency exchange rates. When steel prices decline, customer demands for lower prices and our competitors’ responses to those demands could result in lower sale prices and, consequently, lower gross profit or cash flow.

 

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If steel prices rise, we may be unable to pass along the cost increases to our customers.

 

We maintain inventories of steel products to accommodate the lead time requirements of our customers. Accordingly, we purchase steel products in an effort to maintain our inventory at levels that we believe to be appropriate to satisfy the anticipated needs of our customers based upon historic buying practices, contracts with customers and market conditions. Our commitments to purchase steel products are generally at prevailing market prices in effect at the time we place our orders. If steel prices increase between the time, we order steel products and the time of delivery of such products to us, our suppliers may impose surcharges that require us to pay for increases in steel prices during such period. Demand for the products we distribute, the actions of our competitors, and other factors will influence whether we will be able to pass such steel cost increases and surcharges on to our customers, and we may be unsuccessful in doing so.

 

We are subject to increased risks associated with our investments in emerging markets, particularly in the Middle East region and specifically in the United Arab Emirates. These risks encompass significant political, social, and economic uncertainties in the region. Given the volatile nature of these markets, instabilities in these regions could significantly adversely affect the value of our investments.

 

Almost all of ILUS’s operations are conducted, and almost of its assets are, as at the date of this document, located in the UAE, which is defined as an emerging market. While most of the countries in which ILUS conducts business have historically not been affected by political instability, there is no assurance that any political, social, economic or market conditions affecting such countries in the Middle East region generally (as well as outside the Middle East region because of interrelationships within the global financial markets) would not have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. 

 

Specific risks in these countries and the Middle East region that may have a material impact on our business, results of operations and financial condition include:

 

  ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty and disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic;

 

  an increase in inflation and the cost of living;

 

  a devaluation in the currency of any country in which ILUS has operations;

 

  external acts of warfare and civil clashes or other hostilities involving nations in the region;

 

  governmental actions or interventions, including tariffs, protectionism and subsidies;

 

  difficulties and delays in obtaining governmental or other approvals, new permits and consents for our operations or renewing existing ones;

 

  potential lack of transparency or reliability in jurisdictions where ILUS operates;

 

  cancellation of contractual rights;

 

  lack of infrastructure;

 

  expropriation or nationalization of assets;

 

  inability to repatriate profits and/or dividends;

 

  continued regional political instability and unrest, including government or military regime change, riots or other forms of civil disturbance or violence, including through acts of terrorism;

 

  military strikes or the outbreak of war or other hostilities involving nations in the region;

 

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  a material curtailment of the industrial and economic infrastructure development that is currently underway across the Middle East region;

 

  increased government regulations, or adverse governmental activities, with respect to price, import and export controls, the environment, customs and immigration, capital transfers, foreign exchange and currency controls, labor policies, land and water use and foreign ownership;

 

  changing tax regimes, including the imposition of taxes in currently tax favorable jurisdictions;

 

  arbitrary, inconsistent or unlawful government action, including capricious application of tax laws and selective tax audits;

 

  limited availability of capital or debt financing; and

 

  slowing regional and global economic environment.

 

Any unexpected changes in the political, social, economic or other conditions in which ILUS operates or neighboring countries may have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

It is not possible to predict the occurrence of events or circumstances such as or similar to those outlined above or the impact of such occurrences and no assurance can be given that ILUS would be able to sustain its current profit levels if such events or circumstances were to occur.

 

Investors should also be aware that emerging markets are subject to greater risks than more developed markets, including in some cases significant legal, economic and political risks. Accordingly, investors should exercise particular care in evaluating the risks involved and must decide for themselves whether, in light of those risks, their investment is appropriate. Generally, investment in developing markets is only suitable for sophisticated investors who fully appreciate the significance of the risks involved.

 

To the extent that economic growth or performance in the countries in which QIND operates slows or begins to decline, or political conditions become sufficiently unstable to have a material adverse effect on QIND’s operations, QIND’s business, financial condition and results of operations may be materially adversely affected.

 

We are exposed to risks from potentially unpredictable legal and regulatory environments in the UAE and Middle East region.

 

ILUS currently operates in an emerging market economy in the UAE, which are in various stages of developing institutions and legal and regulatory systems that are not yet as fully matured and as established as those of Western Europe and the United States. Some of these countries are also in the process of transitioning to a market economy and, as a result, are experiencing changes in their economies and their government policies (including, without limitation, policies relating to foreign ownership, repatriation of profits, property and contractual rights and planning and permit granting regimes) that may affect our business in those countries. Such countries are also characterized by less comprehensive legal and regulatory environments and systems. Existing laws and regulations may be applied inconsistently with anomalies in their interpretation or implementation. Such anomalies could affect our ability to enforce its rights under its contracts or to defend its business against claims by others.

 

There can be no assurance that if laws or regulations were imposed on the products and services offered by QIND it would not increase its costs, impact the costs that are associated with buying properties in Dubai and internationally, adversely affect the way in which QIND conducts its business or otherwise have a material adverse effect on its results of operations and financial condition.

 

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Any of the above factors, alone or in combination, may have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

We are exposed to risks arising from potential changes in the UAE’s visa legislation, which could adversely impact the business operations.

 

A federal decision No. 281 of 2009 issued by the Minister of the Interior in May 2009 (the “Resolution”), which came into effect on 1 June 2009, standardized the terms of residency permits issued to expatriate residential property owners across the UAE. The decree allows expatriate property owners to apply for renewable multiple-entry visas with a validity of six months. The residency permit does not entitle the holder to work in the UAE and is in effect a long-term visit visa. In order to successfully apply for the new permit, expatriate property owners must satisfy certain criteria, including a minimum property valuation of at least AED 1 million, earning thresholds and the maintenance of appropriate insurance. While the Resolution was passed with the intention of standardizing the previous rules and stimulating the domestic market, it is not possible to assess whether the Resolution has had a positive or negative effect on levels of foreign investment in the UAE market. Separately, the Government, through the Dubai Land Department, has introduced a two-year residency visa for residential property owners in Dubai, and, while the criteria for obtaining this residency visa is similar to the residency permit, it provides the holder with UAE residency status, allowing the individual to obtain an Emirates ID card and a UAE driving license as well as to sponsor dependents (subject to meeting the relevant criteria for dependent sponsorship). The Government has introduced other new visa measures to make the UAE more appealing to investors, entrepreneurs, skilled personnel and outstanding students, including the 10-year “Golden” visa. However, any restrictive changes to the UAE’s visa policies may discourage foreign nationals from investing in the UAE, which would have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

We are subject to risks associated with potential unlawful or arbitrary governmental actions in the UAE, which could negatively impact our operations and financial performance.

 

Governmental authorities in the UAE in which some of ILUS’s subsidiaries operates may have a high degree of discretion and, at times, act selectively or arbitrarily, without hearing or prior notice, and sometimes in a manner that is contrary to law or influenced by political or commercial considerations. Such governmental action could include, among other things, the withdrawal of building permits, the expropriation of property without adequate compensation or the forcing of business acquisitions, combinations or sales. Any such action taken may have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

We are subject to the risk of international sanctions, which could significantly impact our business activities, results of operations and financial condition.

 

European, US and other international sanctions have in the past been imposed on companies engaging in certain types of transactions with specified countries or companies or individuals in those countries. Companies operating in certain countries in the Middle East region have been subject to such sanctions in the past. The UAE are not subject to such sanctions as at the date of this transition report. The terms of legislation and other rules and regulations which establish sanctions regimes are often broad in scope and difficult to interpret.

 

If the UAE were in the future to violate European, US or international sanctions, penalties could include a prohibition or limitation on the UAE’s ability to conduct business in certain jurisdictions or to access the US or international capital markets. Any such sanction could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.

 

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Item 2. Financial Information

 

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

 

The following discussion and analysis of our results of operations and financial condition should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and the notes to those financial statements that are included elsewhere in this Form 10. Our discussion includes forward-looking statements based upon current expectations that involve risks and uncertainties, such as our plans, objectives, expectations, and intentions. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors. See “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” at the beginning of this Form 10.

 

Overview

 

ILUS is a Nevada Corporation primarily focused on the public safety, industrial and renewable energy sectors. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Emergency Response Technologies Inc. (“ERT”), ILUS aims to provide technology that protects communities, front line personnel and assets by acquiring technology and solutions for the emergency response sector. This sector includes Fire and Rescue Services, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management. The company also has an Industrial and Manufacturing subsidiary, Quality Industrial Corp., which is focused on the acquisition and growth of process manufacturing and industrial companies. Furthermore, the company has a Mining and Renewable Energy subsidiary which is focused on the incorporation, acquisition and growth of companies in the sustainable mining and renewable energy sectors.

 

ILUS has four existing distinct divisions which serve a diverse global customer base. An overview of the current divisions is found below:

 

Emergency & Response division:

 

Emergency Response Technologies is a subsidiary of ILUS, whose operating companies design, manufacture and distribute specialty equipment, vehicles and related parts and services. We provide firefighting equipment, firefighting vehicles, firefighting vehicle superstructures, distribution of equipment for emergency services, fire protection equipment sales, installation, and maintenance as well as servicing/maintenance of Firefighting, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services equipment.

 

Industrial & Manufacturing division:

 

This division is specialized in the manufacturing and assembling of process equipment, piping, and modules for the oil, gas, and energy sectors with over two decades of experience and key end-users in the Oil & Gas, Off-shore, Refineries & Petrochemical, Waste-water treatment plants and Chemical, Fertilizer, Metals & Mineral Processing industries. The international end-users include such as, but not limited to Chevron, BP, Shell, Total, Sasol, Gasco. The sub-division has capabilities of undertaking design, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, site erection, commissioning, testing & handing over of process equipment. The funding obligations for acquisitions such as Quality International Co Ltd FCZ and Petro Line FZ LLC, by our publicly listed industrial subsidiary, Quality Industrial Corp. (OTC: QIND), are currently funded by QIND itself as are the ongoing obligations for future acquisitions by the subsidiary. Our subsidiary QIND is currently in the process of uplisting to NYSE American. Following the uplist, an S-1 Registration Statement will be filed by QIND to fund its debt obligations.

 

Mining & Renewable Energy division:

 

This division is engaged in the Mining & Renewable Energy industry currently through its subsidiary Replay Solutions with recycling and recovery of precious metals from electronic waste. We incorporate a ‘Closed loop’ concept where we use E – Waste and data destruction as a resource not only to extract precious metals but to reuse all materials found in E-Waste such as plastics. We recycle cleanly, safely, and sustainably on items such as, but not limited to Print Circuit Boards (PCB) and precious metals, Cable wire, car radiator shredding and separation. We shred, crush, and grind the board to powder form and then use an airflow and an electrostatic separator to separate the materials into metal and fibers.

 

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Defense Division: 

 

This division is engaged in the Defense industry currently through its subsidiary Hyperion Defence Solutions where it aims to provide customers with the technological capability, solutions and services that will protect their warfighters and provide them with a technological advantage in the following key areas: Joint Close Air Support (JCAS), Counter.

 

Factors Affecting Our Performance

 

The primary factors affecting our results of operations include:

 

General Macro Economic Conditions

 

Our business is impacted by the global economic environment, employment levels, consumer confidence, government, and municipal spending. Global instability in securities markets and the war in Ukraine are among other factors that can impact our financial performance. In particular, changes in the U.S. economic climate can impact the demand of our products range. In addition, the impact of taxes and fees can have a dramatic effect on the availability, lead-times and costs associated with raw materials and parts for our product range.

 

Our purchases are discretionary by nature and therefore sensitive to the availability of financing, consumer confidence, and unemployment levels among other factors and are affected by general U.S. and global economic conditions, which create risks that future economic downturns will further reduce consumer demand and negatively impact our sales.

 

While less economically sensitive than the Emergency Response sector, the Industrial and Manufacturing sectors are also impacted by the overall economic environment. Tenders can be withdrawn and lead times for the manufacturing can be affected which can result in cancellation of orders if not delivered on time.

 

Impact of Acquisitions

 

Historically, a significant component of our growth has been through the acquisition of businesses in our targeted sectors. We typically incur upfront costs as we incorporate and integrate acquired businesses into our operating philosophy and operational excellence. This includes the consolidation of supplies and raw materials, optimized logistics and production processes, and other restructuring and improvements initiatives. The benefits of these integration efforts may not positively impact our financial results in the short-term but has historically positively impacted medium to long-term results.

 

We recognize acquired assets and liabilities at fair value. This includes the recognition of identified intangible assets and goodwill. In addition, assets acquired, and liabilities assumed generally include tangible assets, as well as contingent assets and liabilities.

 

Recent Developments and Plan of Operations

 

First Half of 2022

 

In the first half of 2022, ILUS planned to acquire specific manufacturing and distribution capability in the United States as well as additional technological and strategic advancement. ILUS therefore acquired Bull-Head Products, a Tennessee based manufacturer specialist vehicle truck beds and vehicle conversions, Georgia Fire & Rescue, Georgian based distributor of firefighting equipment, and Quality Industrial Corp. a Special Purpose Vehicle listed on the OTCQB intended for the acquisition Quality International Co Ltd FCZ which the company signed a binding letter of intent to acquire on June 28, 2022, and for further strategically aligned acquisitions. In February 2022, ILUS hired a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Company and in June 2022 ILUS hired a Chief Commercial Officer.

 

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Second Half of 2022

 

In the second half of 2022, ILUS completed its audit process for 2020 and 2021 therefore it filed this Form 10-12G Registration Statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) to become a fully reporting company. In the second half of 2022, the company expected to acquire other companies in the Emergency Response technology and manufacturing sectors. The Company completed seven acquisitions in 2021 and 2022. The Company completed three acquisitions in 2021 and four acquisitions in 2022.

 

Year 2021   Year 2022
FB Fire Technologies Ltd.   Bull Head Products Inc.
Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLLC   Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC
The Vehicle Converters LLC   Wikisoft Corporation (now Quality Industrial Corp.)
    Al Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC
    Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC

 

There is also an agreement with AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC (ASSS) signed on December 13, 2022.

 

ILUS is in the process of launching an approved investment project in Serbia, whereby it has been approved to obtain subsidies from the Serbian government for the employment of Serbian nationals, for the property and for the required machinery and equipment to manufacture commercial Electric Utility Vehicles currently used for emergency response purposes as sold by our Emergency Response division, as well as for industrial, hospitality and agricultural purposes. The project has been approved by the Republic of Serbia and ILUS will with the investment receive incentive funds from the Republic of Serbia equivalent to 35% of the gross salaries of all hires and 25% of all capital expenditure (CAPEX). The total amount of government subsidies for ILUS EV Technologies is expected to be upwards of $8 million for its first investment project in Serbia and Serbia is planned to be ILUS’ main production hub for vehicles and equipment outside of the United States. ILUS has secured a large site on the outskirts of Cacak and also has the option to secure manufacturing facilities in Rekovac, Kragujevac and Jagodina. The company is engaged with an Investment Bank to complete a planned subsidiary IPO. ILUS plans to appoint Strategic Advisors to strengthen the organization and its corporate governance for its first planned subsidiary up list to a major stock exchange. In our July 13, 2022, press release, we updated our revenue forecast to a run rate revenue of $140 million for 2022 due to current progress and the agreed acquisitions at the time expected to close in the 3rd quarter. The company had run rate revenue of $140.94 million if annualizing the audited revenue for the three months ended December 31, 2022.

 

First Half of 2023

 

ILUS entered into an agreement to acquire 52% of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ on January 18, 2023, and 51% of Petro Line FZ LLC on January 27, 2023. Quality International Co Ltd FCZ currently has signed purchase orders of $150M in various stages of the manufacturing process and an additional $220M in expected orders. QIND will, following the acquisitions, disclose any known trends or uncertainties that have had or that the company reasonably expects will have a material impact on net sales or revenues or income from continuing operations. In the first half of 2023, ILUS plans to complete additional Emergency Response Technologies acquisitions, as well as integrate newer acquisitions into the group. We are presently manufacturing in the United States, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and Republic of Serbia. The site in Kragujevac, Serbia has existing automotive engineers to be onboarded by ILUS EV Technologies as well as existing machinery for production of the company’s E-Raptor range of commercial electric Utility Vehicles. ILUS expects the first E-Raptor 6x6 models to roll off the Kragujevac production line in Q4 2023. The company plans to further expand its manufacturing in the United States and to Spain during the first half of 2023. The company also plans to further expand operations through its newly formed Defense subsidiary. The focus will be on the international expansion of its subsidiaries through strategically aligned acquisitions and the growth of the operating companies. ILUS anticipates hiring additional finance, legal and acquisition personnel to facilitate and manage the growth as well as additional Strategic Advisors, consisting of experienced individuals from the Emergency Response, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mining, and Renewable Energy sectors.

 

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Second Half of 2023

 

In the second half of 2023, ILUS plans to continue the international expansion of its subsidiaries by increasing sales and operational efficiencies as well as the completion of additional strategically aligned acquisitions. The company plans to focus on the completion of additional Quality Industrial Corp., Replay Solutions and Defense acquisitions during this period. Additional focus will go towards the ongoing consolidation and integration of acquisitions as well as increased manufacturing of the company’s emergency response products in the United States. Our subsidiary QIND is currently in the process of uplisting to NYSE American expected in Q3.

 

Financial Forecasts

 

Our management have made projections in a best effort assessment of the Company’s future performance. The projections are based upon history of operations, current orders in production, assessment of high probability forecasted sales, expected acquisitions in 2023, and other factors which altogether provide the basis for management’s assessment. Our projections are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. As a result, our projected revenues, market share, expenses and profitability may differ materially from our forecasts as per the risks addressed in our Risk Section.

 

Divisions  Revenue   Net Income   EPS 
Industrial & Manufacturing  $150M   $17M    N/A 
Emergency & Response  $30M   $2.5M    N/A 
Mining & Renewable Energy  $10M   $650K    N/A 
Defense  $10M   $800K    N/A 
Total  $200M   $21M    0.01*

 

* Based upon 1,524,726,965 as per September 11, 2023

 

Assumptions:

 

Industrial & Manufacturing Division:

 

Revenue for 2023 has been forecasted on the basis of historical performance combined with actual orders in production that are expected to be invoiced within 2023 as well as current purchase orders in hand which are expected to be invoiced in 2023. Current orders in production exceed $100m which will be finalized and invoiced this year and total purchase orders in hand exceed $180m of which some will be invoiced in 2023 and the remainder in 2024. We have also assessed sales forecasts and included sales orders with a high probability of closing and invoicing within the period. High probability sales orders are classified as those where confirmation of award has been received and we are awaiting the purchase order from the client. All expenses have been forecasted taking into account historical performance and our forecasted profit and loss statement includes the costs of manufacturing the current purchase orders in production, purchase orders obtained and forecasted purchase orders which are scheduled for delivery in 2023.

 

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Emergency & Response Division:

 

Revenue forecasts for this division have been made by analyzing the historical performance of each operating company and determining the average annual growth rate for each company before applying the relevant growth percentage to determine each company’s individual forecast. The same historical performance data has been utilized to generate annual profit and loss forecast for each operating company. We have included forecasted revenue for Q4 in 2023 from an acquisition that we expect to close late in the third quarter. As a mergers and acquisitions company engaged primarily in the business of acquiring and growing aligned companies, we will continue to acquire the majority stake in companies during 2023 and consolidate their financials accordingly, thus the inclusion of the relevant financial forecasts of an acquisition which we expect to complete during this period. Our expenses within this division are derived from the annual profit and loss forecasts for each operating company which in turn has taken into account the historical performance data and factors such as cost of input, economies of scale and learning curve.

 

Mining & Renewable Energy Division:

 

Replay Solutions calculates its projected revenue from conservative forecasts for the amount of minerals obtained per tonne of raw materials processed in the urban mining plant before applying the respective mineral spot prices to the sale of the minerals obtained. Minerals obtained from the mining of electronic waste include gold, silver, platinum, palladium, copper, tin, aluminum and resin. Historical data provides the background for determining the quantity of minerals that is obtained using the specific refining machinery used by Replay Solutions. Actual cost of supply and operating expenses has been used to determine the expenses for the division.

 

Defense Division:

 

Hyperion Defense Solutions’ projected revenue for 2023 accounts for only high probability sales of the companies SB10 Improvised Explosive Device Detectors. The operating company has quoted on several large projects in the Middle East and Europe and has a sales pipeline which exceeds $55m, from which it conservatively expects to invoice at least $10m worth of sales in 2023. The conservative estimate relates to delayed roll out of our business plan, production capabilities and long-term contracts estimates in our Defense Division. Operating expenses including but not limited to extensive sales and marketing efforts and expected cost of sales have included to determine the resultant forecasted net income for the division.

 

The company will, disclose any known trends or uncertainties that have had or that the company reasonably expects will have a material impact on net sales or revenues or income from continuing operations in its ongoing filing obligations. The above forecast is based upon historic performance and known purchase orders at the time of filing. If any of the risks referenced in Item 1A should occur, as well as other risks not currently known to the company or that we currently consider immaterial, our business, operating results and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.

 

Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2022, and 2021

 

Performance in 2022 Compared with 2021

 

    Currency: US Dollars 
    Jan - Dec
2022
    Jan - Dec
2021
    Change $ 
Net Sales   78,344,131    11,263,875    67,080,256 
Cost of Sales   49,983,258    7,489,784    42,493,474 
Gross Profit   28,360,873    3,774,091    24,586,782 
Gross Margin   3%   34%     
General, Selling & Administration Expenses/ operating Expenses   20,047,791    1,165,229    18,882,562 
Operating Income/(Loss)   7,8,313,082    2,608,862    5,704,220 

 

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Net Sales

 

For the year 2021, ILUS acquired three companies, namely Firebug Group ( engaged in the business of manufacturing firefighting equipment and firefighting vehicles for global customers, and Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC (BCD Fire) a company engaged in the business of sales, distribution, installation and maintenance of Fire Protection and Security systems and lastly, The Vehicle Converters LLC, a company engaged in the conversion of specialized vehicles for specialist applications such as mobile clinics, ambulances, defense and oil field transportation.

 

The revenue earned in the year 2021 corresponds to the above three subsidiaries, in-house operations and the manufacturing of Firefighting Equipment.

 

Our 2022 revenue increased to $78,344,131 from $11,263,875 in 2021. The increase in revenue is primarily a result of the acquisition of Quality International by our Industrial & Manufacturing subsidiary and the newly acquired companies in our Emergency Response subsidiary. There were no operations in our Industrial & Manufacturing division for the year 2021. Further, 2022 financial results of Emergency & Response Segment are comprised of six subsidiaries versus three subsidiaries in the year 2021.

 

Divisional Revenue Figures In USD

 

Division  Year 2022   Year 2021 
Emergency & Response   12,740,458    11,263,875 
Industrial & Manufacturing   65,603,673    0 
Total Revenue   78,344,131    11,263,875 

 

We believe we have made substantial progress in our Industrial & Manufacturing division (QIND) in this fiscal year 2022. For the coming year 2023, the Company will allocate financial, technical and sales resources for recently acquired subsidiaries with the aim to positively impact their financial results through increased sales orders and efficiency. Allocated personnel will primarily focus on accelerating sales and marketing efforts, product development, international market expansion, optimizing of supply chain and production processes, overall increased profitability while continuing with the integration and optimization of current operating companies. With the group expansion and growth, we also anticipate hiring executives and personnel with specific industry experience and fields of expertise to streamline financial reporting, compliance, Investor Relations and to improve our corporate governance in line with an anticipated uplist to a national exchange.

 

In our Emergency & Response Technologies subsidiary, our challenge is to bring some operating companies up to the high level of performance of our top performing businesses. We will continue to focus on improving the performance of lagging businesses through actions which include but are not limited to; targeted and more robust sales and marketing efforts, appointment of new distributors and dealers where applicable, enhanced product development, active measures to ensure that payment terms are met by customers, and significant efforts to reduce indirect costs as well as general and administrative costs.

 

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Geographical presence

 

Presently our operations are spread across United States, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Republic of Serbia, however we plan to further expand our regional presence and aim to expand our manufacturing operations in the United States and to Spain during 2023. At present the revenue reported below is from United States and United Arab Emirates. We’ve classified the revenue based on the entities registered in their respective locations. All the revenue generated as indicated has solely come from external customers, with no sales involving inter-company transactions.

 

Regional Revenue Figures in USD

 

Particulars  2022   2021 
United States   12,242,551    10,930,000 
International Operations (United Arab Emirates)   66,101,580    333,875 

 

Regional Tangible Assets Figures in USD

 

Particulars  2022   2021 
United States   116,432    84,606 
International Operations (United Arab Emirates)   20,900,983    119,705 

 

Segment Sales Figures in USD

 

Emergency & Response Segment   NET SALES,
December 31,
2022 (USD)
 
External customers     12,740,458  
Intersegment sales     0  
Total segment sales     12,740,458  
●  Within U. S     12,242,551  
●  Middle East     497,907  
Industrial and Manufacturing        
External customers     65,603,673  
Intersegment sales     0  
Total segment sales     65,603,673  
●  Within U. S     0  
●  Middle East*     65,603,673  

 

* all revenue is generated in UAE however customers are from global base of customers

 

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LONG-LIVED ASSETS – Figures in USD

 

LONG-LIVED ASSETS - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT   December 31,
2022 (USD)
 
U.S.     54,472  
U.A.E.     1,365,585  
Total Long-Lived Assets     1,420,057  

 

Gross Profit

 

Figures in USD  Jan -Dec
2022
   Jan- Dec
2021
   Change $ 
Emergency Response Division   7,606,138    3,774,091    3,832,047 
Industrial & Manufacturing Division   20,754,735    0    20,754,735 
Gross Profit   28,360,873    3,774,091    24,586,782 

 

Consolidated gross profit increased to $28.3 million in the fiscal year 2022 primarily due to higher gross profit in the Industrial & Manufacturing division along with increase in gross profit in the Emergency response segment.

 

The increase in gross profit in the Emergency Response Division is primarily the result of increased efficiencies resulting from operational improvement initiatives and higher volume leverage, favorable price/cost and productivity.

 

Business Segment Information

 

The Company is organized into four segments based based on the similarity of products, customers served, common use of facilities, and economic characteristics. The Company’s segments are as follows:

 

  1. Emergency Response

 

  2. Industrial & Manufacturing

 

  3. Mining & Renewable Energy

 

  4. Defense

 

In 2022, among the four mentioned segments, only two were active and operational. All intersegment transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

 

Divisional Income Statement

 

In the year 2021, only one Subsidiary, Emergency & Response Technologies was operational, and it was comprised of 3 operating companies.

 

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Year 2021  Emergency &
Response
Division
   Industrial &
Manufacturing
Division
 
Revenue   11,263,875         0 
Cost of Revenue   7,489,784    0 
Operating expenses          
Selling, General & Admin Expenses   1,165,229    0 
Profit from Operations   2,608,862    0 
Non- Operating expenses   463,886      
Finance Cost       0 
Other Non- operating Expenses       0 
Non- Operating Income          
Premium on Investment   11,835,500    0 
Net Income   13,980,477    0 

 

In the year 2022, both Emergency & Response Technologies and our Industrial & Manufacturing Subsidiaries were revenue generating. Emergency Response Technologies comprised 6 Subsidiaries whereas the Industrial & Manufacturing Division comprised only one subsidiary in the year 2022.

 

Year 2022  Emergency &
Response
Division
   Industrial &
Manufacturing
Division
 
Revenue   12,740,458    65,603,673 
Cost of Revenue   5,134,320    44,848,938 
Operating expenses          
Selling, General & Admin Expenses   9,323,046    10,724,745 
Profit from Operations   (1,716,908)   10,029,990 
Non- Operating expenses          
Finance Cost        
Other Non- operating Expenses   6,608,119    3,976,725 
Non- Operating Income          
Premium on Investment   6,111,135      
Other Non- operating Income        720,003 
Net Income   (2,213,893)   6,773,268 
Net Income of the Group        4,559,375 

 

Operating expenses

 

Figures in USD  Jan -Dec
2022
   Jan- Dec
2021
 
Emergency Response Division   9,323,046    1,165,229 
Industrial & Manufacturing   10,724,745    0 
Operating Expenses   20,047,791    1,165,229 

 

Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses corresponding to the Emergency Response Technologies subsidiary have increased primarily due to the impact from acquisitions, resource investments, product development, marketing, and employee-related costs. Such expenses were higher in 2022, as more companies were acquired under this segment and a larger amount was spent towards the strengthening and growth of our companies in this segment to increase both revenue and profitability in 2023 and 2024 as well as longer term growth.

 

Non-Operating Income & Expense

 

We incurred Other Non-Operating Income for the group of $11,835,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, due to gain on 10M shares in DRCR acquired on May 21, 2021, compared to Other Non-Operating Income of $6,831,138 for the same period ended December 31, 2022, due to gain on purchase of 77,669,078 shares in WSFT now QIND on May 28, 2022, and gain on settlement & forgiveness of debt for $457,071.

 

The Other Non-Operating Income gain in both years have been recorded at fair market value at the grant date in accordance with ASC 718.

 

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We incurred Non-Operating Expenses for the group of $463,886 for the year ended December 31, 2021compared to Non-Operating expenses of $10,584,844 for the same period ended December 31, 2022. Such non- operating expenses comprises of Finance Cost, loss on license agreement and commitment fees. Company incurred commitment fees amounting to $5,200,000 pursuant to convertible notes issued to AJB Capital Investment and Discover Growth Fund.

 

Net Income 

 

We incurred net income for the group of $4,559,375 for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to a net income of $13,980,477 for the same period ended December 31, 2021. For Both the periods’, non-operating income is included while calculating Net income.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

Our primary requirements for liquidity and capital are working capital, expansion of existing manufacturing facilities, product development and certification, new acquisitions and existing acquisition tranche payments, debt service payments and general corporate operational needs. Historically, these cash requirements have been met through cash provided by financing activities. The Company plan to file an S-1 registration statement to provide funding and satisfy our historical debt obligations including the settlement convertible notes and provide liquidity to satisfy our cash requirements for the next 12 months.

 

The Company’s current Debt Obligations (convertible note) are mentioned as below. However, historical Debt Obligation include Note Issued on 4th February 2022 to Discover Growth Fund amounting to $2,000,000. The Company signed a Forbearance Agreement with Discover Growth Fund on May 3, 2023, the agreement has been filed as an exhibit with this amended registration statement. The Company shall make monthly minimum loan payments to Discover Growth Fund of $450,000.00 commencing on May 30, 2023, and on the 5th day of each month thereafter, until the Note is paid in full. The first four payments of $450,000 have been made as of the date of this filing.

 

Note owner   Issue date     Maturity Date   Amount $  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     20/05/2022     25.04.2024     500,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     27/05/2022     19.05.2024     500,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     01/06/2022     26.05.2024     1,000,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     12/07/2022     31.05.2024     500,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     10/08/2022     11.07.2024     500,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     25/08/2022     09.08.2024     200,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     21/09/2022     25.08.2024     650,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc     14/11/2022     21.09.2024     400,000  
AJB Capital Investments LLC     18/10/2023     01.05.2024     1,450,000  
Jefferson Street Capital     26/01/2023     01.06.2023     10,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc     04.12.2023     04.12.2023     500,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     05/02/2023     05.02.2025     250,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     05/30/2023     05.30.2025     200,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     05/30/2023     05.30.2025     450,000  
1800 Diagonal     06/21/2023     03.30.2024     34,372  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     07/03/2023     07.03.2025     475,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     07/26/2023     07.26.2025     550,000  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     08/29/2023     08.29.2025     100,000  
Discovery Growth fund LLC     04/02/2022     27.01.2024     507,200  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     09/07/2023     09/07/2025     450,000  
Richard Astrom     09/07/2023     03/06/2024     27,500  
1800 Diagonal     10/20/2023     07/30/2024     89,250  
RB Capital Partners Inc.     11/07/2023     11/07/2025     200,000  
Twn Brooks Inc.     11/21/2023     05/21/2024     22,222  
RB Carizzo LLC     11/21/2023     05/21/2024     22,222  
Twn Brooks Inc.     11/29/2023     05/29/2024     27,500  
1800 Diagonal     12/01/2024    

08/30/2024

   

118,367

 
TOTAL     9,733,611

 

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Based on management’s current expectations and available information, the Company believes its increase in operations and cash available from Financing activities will be sufficient to meet its operating cash requirements, planned capital expenditures, interest and principal payments on all borrowings, for the foreseeable future.

 

The Company continues to actively monitor its liquidity position and working capital needs and prioritizes capital expenditure related to capacity and strategic investments. The Company remains in a stable overall position regarding capital resources and liquidity, which the Company believes is adequate to meet its projected needs.

 

Additionally, if aligned businesses are available for acquisition upon acceptable terms, the Company may obtain all or a portion of the financing for these acquisitions through the incurrence of additional borrowings.

 

Net cash provided by operating activities for the fiscal year 2022 was $29 million, compared to net cash provided by operating activities in the year 2021 which was $1.5 million. The positive cash generation from operating activities for the fiscal year 2022 is a result of increase in net income and improved net working capital efficiency. There has been an increase in receivables as a result of higher volume along with an increase in Inventories to support production amid supply chain challenges; and also Trade accounts payable have been increased due to higher inventory purchases but are still less than the accounts receivable.

 

Cash Flow Summary

 

The following table shows summary cash flows for fiscal years 2022 and 2021:

 

Figures in USD  Jan-Dec
2022
   Jan-Dec
2021
 
Net Cash (used in) provided by Operating Activities   5,891,619    (1,780,778)
Net Cash (used in) provided by Investing Activities   (3,239,478)   (1,629,716)
Net Cash (used in) provided by Financing Activities   (1,350,107)   3,585,830 
Net Increase in Cash & Cash Equivalents   1,302,034    175,336 
Net cash at the end of the year   1,478,702    176,668 

 

Operating Cash Flows

 

Net cash provided by operating activities for the fiscal year 2022 was $5.8 million, compared to net cash provided by operating activities in the year 2021 which was $1.7 million. The positive cash generation from operating activities for the fiscal year 2022 is a result of increase in net income and improved net working capital efficiency. There has been an increase in receivables as a result of higher volume along with an increase in Inventories to support production amid supply chain challenges; and also Trade accounts payable have been increased due to higher inventory purchases but are still less than the accounts receivable.

 

Investing Cash Flows

 

Investing activities used cash of $3.2 million for acquisitions and for acquisition of non- current assets for the operations of the business in the fiscal year 2022. The increase in net cash used for investing activities was primarily due to increased investment in acquisitions. 

 

During the year 2022, a major portion of Goodwill was generated from the acquisition of QIND’s subsidiary, Quality International. Along with Goodwill, the corresponding Liability is also recorded.

 

Financing Cash flows

 

Cash provided by Financing activities for the fiscal year 2022 was $1.3 million, compared to net cash provided by financing activities in the year 2021 which was $3 million. This is a result of funds raised through convertible notes.

 

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Going Concern

 

The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities and commitments in the normal course of business.

 

Management evaluated all relevant conditions and events that are reasonably known or reasonably knowable, in the aggregate, as of the date the consolidated financial statements are issued and determined. The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on the Company’s ability to generate increased revenues and raise capital within one year from the date of filing.

 

Over the next twelve months management plans to use borrowings and security sales to mitigate the effects of cash flow deficits; however, no assurance can be given that debt or equity financing, if and when require, will be available.

 

Goodwill

 

The Company continues to review its goodwill for possible impairment or loss of value at least annually or more frequently upon the occurrence of an event or when circumstances indicate that a reporting unit’s carrying amount is greater than its fair value. On December 31, 2022, we performed a goodwill impairment evaluation. We performed a qualitative assessment of factors to determine whether it was necessary to perform the goodwill impairment test. Based on the results of the work performed, the Company has concluded that no impairment loss was warranted on December 31, 2022. Factors including non-renewal of a major contract or other substantial changes in business conditions could have a material adverse effect on the valuation of goodwill in future periods and the resulting charge could be material to future periods’ results of operations.

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

We have no significant 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 are material to stockholders.

 

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

 

In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-04, Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment, which simplifies the accounting for goodwill impairments by eliminating step two from the goodwill impairment test. Instead, if the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss shall be recognized in an amount equal to that excess, limited to the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit. ASU 2017-04 also clarifies that an entity should consider income tax effects from any tax-deductible goodwill on the carrying amount of the reporting unit when measuring the goodwill impairment loss, if applicable. The new standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, for both interim and annual reporting periods. The Company is currently assessing the potential impact of the adoption of ASU 2017-04 on its consolidated financial statements.

 

The Company has implemented all new accounting pronouncements that are in effect. These pronouncements did not have any material impact on the financial statements unless otherwise disclosed, and the Company does not believe that there are any other new accounting pronouncements that have been issued that might have a material impact on its financial position or results of operations.

 

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Item 3. Properties

 

We lease factories and offices in the US, Dubai, and the UK. The lease agreements are filed as exhibits with this Form 10.

 

Bull Head Products Inc. has a lease at $3000/month, on a month-to-month basis.  The property located at 87 Thorngrove Pike, Kodak Tennessee, 37764, USA.  has an 8k sq. ft. building used for the manufacture of aluminum truck beds. Bull Head Products Inc. plans to move to a bigger premises to facilitate growth, but there is currently a shortage of industrial buildings for lease with our required minimum of 15k sq. ft. at a reasonable price per square foot (current average rate $17.50/sq. ft.).

 

Firebug Group has a factory with 14k sq. ft located at Warehouse G04, 79th Street, DIRC Warehouse Complex, DIP 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates with lease payments of $ 3630/month with the right but not the obligation to renew annually on March 28 of each year and has an office located at Matrix@Dinnington Business Centre, Nobel Way Dinnington, Sheffield S25 3QB, United Kingdom.

 

Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. has offices located at Al Marsa Street 66, 11th Floor, Office 1105, Dubai Marina P.O. Box 32923, Dubai, UAE, 4k sq. ft., with lease payments of $9870/month renewable annually on February 24 of each year and a virtual office at 26 Broadway, Suite 934, New York NY10004, USA.  The cost per month is $99.00 and is renewed every 3 months.

 

Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply has a lease of $6,375 per month renewable on April 10, 2024. The property is 9,250 sq. ft., and used as a warehouse, offices and a section to service and repair tools used in the fire and rescue range of products. The property is located at 107 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton, Georgia, 30115, USA.

 

Quality industrial Corp. has a virtual office at 315 Montgomery Street, 94104 San Francisco, CA, USA. The cost per month is $109 and is renewed annually.

 

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Quality International Co Ltd FCZ lease facilities on the addresses Hamriyah Free Zone), PO Box: 50622, Sharjah-UAE. set in table below with the square meter sizes and monthly leasing prices as indicated per facility. In total Quality International Co Ltd FCZ lease property exceeding 220,000 square meters.

 

Plot No  Area
SqM
   Annual Rent in USD
(3,67 AED)
 
22C/1   10.090   $285.204 
22C/2   10.844      
6C-01B   6.989   $47.609 
6C-02   81.791   $557.159 
6C-03   46.179   $314.571 
6C-04   16.000   $108.992 
HD-22D   30.843   $588.286 
HD-22E   15.000   $286.104 
HD-22F   4.114   $78.469 
Total   221.850   $2.266.393 

 

AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC

 

The company currently leases and operates facilities from the following two locations:

 

  Head Office, Hamsah Bld - A 112 Zaa’beel St - Al Karama, Dubai, United Arab Commercial space of 594 sqm, Price AED 26,112.00, renewed annually on March 1

 

  112 Zabeel Road, 1st Floor, Hamsah Building Block A, Dubai, United Arab Office space of 113 sqm, Price AED 89,700.00, renewed annually on May 10.

 

Item 4. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management

 

The following table sets forth certain information known to us regarding beneficial ownership of our capital stock as of March 31, 2023, for (i) all executive officers and directors as a group and (ii) each person, or group of affiliated persons, known by us to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent (5%) of our capital stock. All addresses are 26 Broadway, Suite 934, New York, NY 10004 unless otherwise indicated.

 

  Common Stock   Class A Preferred
Stock
   Class B Preferred
Stock
   Class D Preferred
Stock
   Class E Preferred
Stock
   Class F Preferred
Stock
 
Name & Address of Beneficial Owner   No. of
shares Owned
   Percent of Class   No. of shares Owned   Percent of Class   No. of shares Owned   Percent of Class   No. of shares Owned   Percent of Class   No. of shares Owned   Percent of Class   No. of shares Owned   Percent of Class 
FB Technologies Global, Inc, - Nicolas Link, Dubai, U.A.E. (2)   20,000,000(3)   2%   10,000,000    100%   3,400,000    100%   60,741,000    100%   -    -    250,000    15.3%
Krishnan Krishnamoorthy, Dubai, U.A.E.   -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    35,000    2.1%
Carstem Kjems Falk, Frederiksberg, Denmark   -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    25,000    1.5%
Louise Bennett, Doncaster,United Kingdom   -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    200,000    12.2%
John-Paul Backwell, Cheshire,United Kingdom   -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    250,000    15.3%
All Directors and Executive Officers as a Group (5 persons) and 5% Holders   20,000,000    3%   10,000,000    100%   3,400,000    100%   60,741,000    100%   -    -    760,000    46.5%

 

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(1) Pursuant to Rules 13d-3 and 13d-5 of the Exchange Act, beneficial ownership includes any shares as to which a shareholder has sole or shared voting power or investment power, and any shares which the shareholder has the right to acquire within 60 days, including upon exercise of common shares purchase options or warrants.
   
(2) The percentage is based on 1,379,080,699 shares of common stock outstanding, 10,000,000 shares of Class A Preferred Stock outstanding, 3,400,000 shares of Class B Preferred Stock outstanding, 60,741,000 shares of Class D Preferred Stock outstanding, 3,172,175 shares of Class E Preferred Stock outstanding, and 1,633,250 shares of Class F Preferred stock outstanding, as of March 31, 2023.
   
(3) Includes 20,000,000 shares held by FB Technologies Global, Inc. in which Mr. Link has voting and dispositive control, 10,000,000 shares of Class A Preferred Stock held by FB Technologies Global, Inc. in which Mr. Link has voting and dispositive control that converts into 30,000,000 shares of common stock and 60,741,000 shares of Class D Preferred Stock held by FB Technologies Global, Inc. in which Mr. Link has voting and dispositive control that convert into 30,370,500,000 shares of common stock.
   
(4) Excludes 10,000,000 common shares issued on May 4, 2023, with a stock price of $0.50, in our subsidiary QIND, to our officers and director pursuant to their employee contracts with a grant-date and fair value of the award as of June 1, 2022, at $0.0721 in accordance with ASC 718. See narrative disclosure for equity break-down.

 

Item 5. Directors and Executive Officers.

 

The following information sets forth the names, ages, and positions of our current directors and executive officers.

 

Name   Age   Date Appointed and Offices Held
Nicolas Link   43  

Appointed on January 14, 2021

 

Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of Directors) and member of the Board of Directors

         
John-Paul Backwell   43  

Appointed on July 1, 2021

 

Managing Director

       

 

 

Louise Bennett   53  

Appointed on February 1, 2021

 

Chief Operational Officer

         
Krishnan Krishnamoorthy   56  

Appointed on February 2, 2022

 

Chief Financial Officer (principal financial/accounting officer)

         

Carsten Kjems Falk

 

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Appointed on June 1, 2022

 

Chief Commercial Officer

 

Set forth below is a brief description of the background and business experience of each of our current executive officers and directors.

 

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Nicolas Link (Chief Executive Officer, Chairman and Directors)

 

Mr. Link is a serial Entrepreneur. He has started, grown, and exited multiple companies in the UK, Dubai, China, Poland & South Africa.

 

Mr. Link joined the Company on January 14, 2021, as our CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors. From May 28, 2022, Mr. Mr. Link holds the position as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Quality Industrial Corp. “QIND” a Subsidiary of the Company. From April 8, 2022, Mr. Link holds the position as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Dear Cashmere Holding Co. (Swifty Global) “DRCR”. From November 1, 2014, Mr. Link holds the position as CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Firebug Group, an operating company. On December 7, 2022, Mr. Link was appointed as CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors for CGrowth Capital, Inc (CGRA). On May 15, 2023, Mitchell Smith was appointed as CEO and Nicolas Link resigned as interim CEO for CGRA.

 

Aside from that provided above, Mr. Link does not hold and has not held over the past five years any other directorships in any company with a class of securities registered pursuant to section 12 of the Exchange Act or subject to the requirements of section 15(d) of such Act or any company registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

 

We believe that Mr. Link is qualified to serve on our Board of Directors because of, but not limited to, his experience in growing several companies in the public safety industry and his extensive network.

 

John-Paul Backwell (Managing Director)

 

Mr. Backwell joined the Company on July 1, 2021, as our Managing Director. From May 28, 2022, Mr. Backwell was appointed as Chief Commercial Officer at Quality Industrial Corp. “QIND”, a Subsidiary of the Company. On October 21, 2022, Mr. Backwell resigned as CCO of Quality Industrial Corp. and was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Quality Industrial Corp. From February 1, 2022, Mr. Backwell also holds the position as Director at Emergency Response Technologies. a Subsidiary of the Company. From November 1, 2014, Mr. Backwell has held the position of Director at FB Fire Technologies, an operating Company.

 

Mr. Backwell has 25 years’ experience in the development and leadership of Global Sales Teams predominantly in the fields of Public Safety and Security with a focus on disruptive technology.

 

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Aside from that provided above, Mr. Backwell does not hold and has not held over the past five years any other directorships in any company with a class of securities registered pursuant to section 12 of the Exchange Act or subject to the requirements of section 15(d) of such Act or any company registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

 

We believe that Mr. Backwell is qualified to serve on our Board of Directors because of, but not limited to, his extensive experience in the public safety industry, his business management, and global sales experience.

 

Louise Bennett (Chief Operations Officer)

 

Mrs. Bennett joined the Company on February 1, 2021, as our Chief Operations Officer. From May 28, 2022, Mrs. Bennett also holds the position of Chief Operations Officer at Quality Industrial Corp. “QIND” a Subsidiary of the Company. From March 1, 2014, Mrs. Bennett holds the position of General Manager at FB Fire Technologies, an operating company. 

 

Mrs. Bennett possesses more than 25 years’ experience in senior operational management of global engineering, manufacturing, and distribution businesses.

 

Aside from that provided above, Mrs. Bennett does not hold and has not held over the past five years any other directorships in any company with a class of securities registered pursuant to section 12 of the Exchange Act or subject to the requirements of section 15(d) of such Act or any company registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

 

Krishna Krishnamoorthy (Chief Financial Officer)

 

Mr. Moorthy joined the Company on February 2, 2022, as our Chief Financial Officer. From May 28, 2022, Mr. Moorthy holds the position as Chief Financial Officer at Quality Industrial Corp. “QIND” a Subsidiary of the Company. From August 2020 Jan 2022. Mr. Moorthy worked as Group CFO with Bahrain Ship Repair Engineering Company. From December 2019 to August 2020 Mr. Moorthy worked as CFO for Firebug, an operating company. From 2018 to 2019 Mr. Moorthy worked as Group CFO at HO Holdings.

 

Mr. Moorthy possesses 35 years’ senior Financial Management experience of Public and Private companies in London, Dubai, Singapore & India. Mr. Moorthy holds a Ph. D LLB and MBA.

 

Aside from that provided above, Mr. Krishnamoorthy does not hold and has not held over the past five years other directorships in any company with a class of securities registered pursuant to section 12 of the Exchange Act or subject to the requirements of section 15(d) of such Act or any company registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

 

Carsten Kjems Falk (Chief Commercial Officer)

 

Mr. Falk joined the Company on June 1, 2022, as our Chief Commercial Officer. From June 1st, 2020, Mr. Falk held the position as Wikisoft Corp.’s “WSFT” (now Quality Industrial Corp. “QIND”) a Subsidiary of the Company and signed a new contract as Chief Executive Officer on September 1, 2020. On October 21, 2022, Mr. Falk resigned as CEO of Quality Industrial Corp. and was appointed as Chief Commercial Officer of Quality Industrial Corp. From 2013 to 2019, Mr. Falk was Chief Executive Officer at Domino’s Pizza DK. Mr. Falk holds a master’s degree in Mathematics. 

 

Mr. Falk has a proven track record, including successfully winning two Gazelle Prizes in 2017 and 2018 respectively from the leading financial newspaper in Denmark, and has been awarded twice for best in global online sales by Domino’s International in 2016 and 2018 respectively. Mr. Falk’s resume also includes business acceleration and driving profitable growth for B2B and B2C Venture capital owned companies in Europe.

 

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Aside from that provided above, Mr. Falk does not hold and has not held over the past five years any other directorships in any company with a class of securities registered pursuant to section 12 of the Exchange Act or subject to the requirements of section 15(d) of such Act or any company registered as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

 

Term of Office

 

Our directors are appointed 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 of directors and hold office until removed by the board, subject to their respective employment agreements.

 

Family Relationships

 

There are no family relationships between or among the directors, executive officers or persons nominated or chosen by us to become directors or executive officers.

 

Involvement in Certain Legal Proceedings

 

During the past 10 years, none of our current directors, nominees for directors or current executive officers has been involved in any legal proceeding identified in Item 401(f) of Regulation S-K.

Committees

 

We do not have a separately designated standing audit committee. The entire board of directors performs the functions of an audit committee, but no written charter governs the actions of the board of directors when performing the functions of that would generally be performed by an audit committee. The board of directors approves the selection of our independent accountants and meets and interacts with the independent accountants to discuss issues related to financial reporting. In addition, the board of directors reviews the scope and results of the audit with the independent accountants, reviews with management and the independent accountants our annual operating results, considers the adequacy of our internal accounting procedures and considers other auditing and accounting matters including fees to be paid to the independent auditor and the performance of the independent auditor.

 

For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022, and 2021, the board of directors:

 

Reviewed and discussed the audited financial statements with management and reviewed and discussed the written disclosures and the letter from our independent auditors on the matters relating to the auditor’s independence.

 

Based upon the board of directors’ review and discussion of the matters above, the board of directors authorized inclusion of the audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022, and 2021, to be included in this Registration Statement on Form 10 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

Code of Ethics & Insider Trading Policy

 

We have adopted a Code of Ethics and Insider Trading Policy which applies to our executive officers, directors and employees, a copy of our code of ethics is filed as Exhibit 14.1 and 14.2 to this Form 10.

 

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Item 6. Executive Compensation

 

The following summary compensation table sets forth all compensation awarded to, earned by, or paid to our named executive officers paid by us during the years ended December 31, 2022, and 2021.

 

2021 & 2022 Summary Compensation Table

 

   Year   Salary
$
   Bonus
$
   Stock
Awards
$
   Option
Awards
$
   Non Equity
Incentive
Plan
Compensation
$
   Non-
Qualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
$
   All Other
Compensation
$
   Totals
$
 
Nicolas Link   2021    109,000.00                            109,000.00 
    2022    123,840.00        1,955,000.00                    2,078,840,00 
John-Paul Backwell**   2021    54,518.39        25,000.00                    79,518.39 
    2022    133,875.00                            133,875.00 
Louise Bennett**   2021    48,840.00        20,000.00                    68,840.00 
    2022    79,050.00                            79,050.00 
Krishna Krishnamoorthy*   2021                                 
    2022    117,180.00        273,700.00                    390,880.00 
Carsten Falk*   2021                                 
    2022    52,500.00        195,500.00                    248,000.00 

 

*Salary paid to Mr. Moorthy and Mr. Falk has been considered from their date of employment with the company as CFO and CCO respectively.

 

**Stock awards issued to John-Paul Backwell and Louise Bennett in the year 2021 were partially cancelled on December 5, 2022. Stock Awards in 2021, displays the shares held by each officer as of December 31, 2022. Excludes 10,000,000 common shares issued on May 4, 2023, with a stock price of $0.50, in our subsidiary QIND, to our officers and director pursuant to their employee contracts with a grant-date and fair value of the award as of June 1, 2022, at $0.0721 in accordance with ASC-718. See narrative disclosure for equity break-down.

 

Stock-awards to executives are in compliance with ASC 718 and recognized in the consolidated statement of operations based on their fair values at the date of grant. Par value deemed as fair value for 2021 audited financials.

  

Narrative Disclosure to Summary Compensation Table

 

Employment Agreements

 

Officers and Directors of the Company have an employee agreement with the parent Company. The agreements also govern their employment in the majority owned subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. All salaries are paid by ILUS and stock-based compensation is as a combination from both companies. We estimate that our key management will spend an average of 80% of their time on the Company and 20% of the time on the subsidiary company QIND. The executive’s short term incentive program reflects this time allocation in the Company and its subsidiary.

 

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Nicolas Link (Chief Executive Officer & Chairman)

 

The company entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Link on January 14, 2021, in his capacity as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman. Pursuant to the agreement, the company agreed to pay Mr. Link a salary of $123,840 per annum. For entering the amended employment agreement on June 30, 2022, Mr. Link will be issued 2,750,000 QIND common shares in 2023 and was issued 250,000 shares of Class F Shares convertible into 25,000,000 common shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on December 5, 2022. Lock-up of the shares will be under rule 144. If Mr. Link should resign, he will be considered a corporate insider according to rule 144 for a full year and can during any given week not sell or transfer more than 2.5% of the average weekly trading volume over the previous 30 days average trading volume. During the following year, Mr. Link can sell 25% of any remain shares per quarter. The company has the right of first refusal to acquire the shares or match any written offer by a third party for the shares.

 

Mr. Link is eligible for the Company Officer’s Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), a Performance Based Target opportunity. Mr. Links target opportunity equals 5,000,000 common shares in the company and 1,000,000 common shares in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. intended to qualify as performance-based compensation under Internal Revenue Code section 162(m). The STIP can range from 0% to a maximum target based on performance against agreed plan. The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend the Bonus Structure based on market conditions and overall performance of the Company. The targets will be negotiated with the Board of Directors and compensation paid out once a year after the filing of the annual results effective from the month after the filing, for the first time with the 2022 annual results. The board of directors will after the annual result discretionarily decide if the STIP is stock-based equity, cash pay-out or a combination in the company or its subsidiaries. The targets for the Officer for each term are as per the Officer’s Key Performance Indices (KPI) Agreement.

 

If the company or any of its subsidiaries should up list to a National Exchange through an initial public offering (IPO) the Chief Executive Officer is entitled to an appropriate market based salary in accordance with the size and performance of the business, payable in 12 equal monthly payments, on the last day of every month, plus annual bonus in line with a revised appropriate Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), shares in an up list or IPO of the company or its subsidiaries, all subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

 

The Chief Executive Officer is also eligible of up to 30 days per year excluding public holidays and may not carry over any unused vacation from prior years and is eligible to participate in all health and welfare benefits provided to other employees of the Company (other than any severance plans) or similar own insurance paid by the company.

 

The Chief Executive Officer is also eligible for vacation, paid sick days, mobile and internet and expenses incurred for travel, nights away from home, dining, entertainment etc.

 

If the Chief Executive Officer’s employment is terminated by the Company for Cause, or if his employment with the Company ends due to death, “permanent and total disability”, or due to a voluntary termination of employment by The Chief Executive Officer without Good Reason, then The Chief Executive Officer shall only be entitled to any earned but unpaid compensation as well as any other amounts or benefits owing to The Chief Executive Officer under the terms of any employee benefit plan of the Company.

 

If the Chief Executive Officer’s employment with the Company is terminated by the Company in connection with a non-renewal of the Agreement without Cause or for reasons other than Cause, death, “permanent and total disability” or is voluntarily terminated by The Officer for Good Reason, then The Officer shall be entitled to the Severance Benefits as well as his Accrued Benefits. In the event the Director becomes entitled to receive severance benefits the Company shall pay and provide for a period of 6 months after the Date of Termination, the Director’s then current base salary per month, a pro rata portion of any annual bonus that the Director would have been entitled to receive. 

 

The foregoing description of the employment agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the employment contract in exhibit 10.1.

 

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John-Paul Backwell (Managing Director)

 

The company entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Backwell on July 1, 2021, in his capacity as Managing Director. Pursuant to the agreement, the company agreed to pay Mr. Backwell a salary of $133,875 per annum. Mr. Backwell was issued 1,050,000 Preferred F Shares on September, 2021. In accordance with his amended employee agreement signed on June 30, 2022, Mr. Backwell had 800,000 preferred F Shares cancelled on December 8, 2022, and currently holds 250,000 shares of Class F Shares convertible into 25,000,000 common shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. In accordance with his amended employee agreement, Mr. Backwell will be issued 2,250,000 QIND common shares in 2023. Lock-up of the shares will be under rule 144. If Mr. Backwell should resign, he will be considered a corporate insider according to rule 144 for a full year and can during any given week not sell or transfer more than 2.5% of the average weekly trading volume over the previous 30 days average trading volume. During the following year, Mr Backwell can sell 25% of any remain shares per quarter. The company has the right of first refusal to acquire the shares or match any written offer by a third party for the shares.

 

Mr. Backwell is eligible for the Company Officer’s Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), a Performance Based Target opportunity. Mr. Backwell’s target opportunity equals 5,000,000 common shares in the company and 1,000,000 common shares in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. intended to qualify as performance-based compensation under Internal Revenue Code section 162(m). The STIP can range from 0% to a maximum target based on performance against agreed plan. The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend the Bonus Structure based on market conditions and overall performance of the Company. The targets will be negotiated with the Board of Directors and compensation paid out once a year after the filing of the annual results effective from the month after the filing, for the first time with the 2022 annual results. The board of directors will after the annual result discretionarily decide if the STIP is stock-based equity, cash pay-out or a combination in the company or its subsidiaries. The targets for the Officer for each term are as per the Officer’s Key Performance Indices (KPI) Agreement.

 

If the company or any of its subsidiaries should up list to a National Exchange through an initial public offering (IPO) the Managing Director is entitled to an appropriate market based salary in accordance with the size and performance of the business, payable in 12 equal monthly payments, on the last day of every month, plus annual bonus in line with a revised appropriate Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), shares in an up list or IPO of the company or its subsidiaries, all subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

 

The Managing Director is also eligible of up to 30 days per year excluding public holidays and may not carry over any unused vacation from prior years and is eligible to participate in all health and welfare benefits provided to other employees of the Company (other than any severance plans) or similar own insurance paid by the company.

 

The Managing Director is also eligible for vacation, paid sick days, mobile and internet and expenses incurred for travel, nights away from home, dining, entertainment etc.

 

If the Managing Director’s employment is terminated by the Company for Cause, or if his employment with the Company ends due to death, “permanent and total disability”, or due to a voluntary termination of employment by The Managing Director without Good Reason, then The Managing Director shall only be entitled to any earned but unpaid compensation as well as any other amounts or benefits owing to The Managing Director under the terms of any employee benefit plan of the Company.

 

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If the Managing Director’s employment with the Company is terminated by the Company in connection with a non-renewal of the Agreement without Cause or for reasons other than Cause, death, “permanent and total disability” or is voluntarily terminated by The Officer for Good Reason, then The Officer shall be entitled to the Severance Benefits as well as his Accrued Benefits. In the event the Director becomes entitled to receive severance benefits the Company shall pay and provide for a period of 3 months after the Date of Termination, the Director’s then current base salary per month, a pro rata portion of any annual bonus that the Director would have been entitled to receive. 

 

The foregoing description of the employment agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the employment contract in exhibit 10.2.

 

Louise Bennett (Chief Operations Officer)

 

The company entered into an employment agreement with Mrs. Bennett on February 1, 2021, in her capacity as Chief Operations Officer. Pursuant to the agreement, the company agreed to pay Mrs. Bennett a salary of $53,280 per annum. Mrs. Bennett was issued 1,500,000 Pref F Shares and 10,000,000 common shares of ILUS on September 14, 2021. On 30th June 2022 an amended contract was entered into with a salary of $81,000 per annum. In accordance with her amended employee agreement signed on June 30, 2022, Mrs. Bennett had 850,000 Preferred F Shares and 10,000,000 common shares cancelled on December 8, 2022, and currently hold 200,000 shares of Class F Shares convertible into 20,000,000 common shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. In accordance with her amended employee agreement, Mrs. Bennett will also be issued 500,000 QIND common shares in 2023. Lock-up of the shares will be under rule 144. If Mrs. Bennett should resign, she will be considered a corporate insider according to rule 144 for a full year and can during any given week not sell or transfer more than 2.5% of the average weekly trading volume over the previous 30 days average trading volume. During the following year, Mrs. Bennett can sell 25% of any remain shares per quarter. The company has the right of first refusal to acquire the shares or match any written offer by a third party for the shares.

 

Mrs. Bennett is eligible for the Company Officer’s Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), a Performance Based Target opportunity. Mrs. Bennett’s target opportunity equals 2,500,000 common shares in the company and 250,000 common shares in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. intended to qualify as performance-based compensation under Internal Revenue Code section 162(m). The STIP can range from 0% to a maximum target based on performance against agreed plan. The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend the Bonus Structure based on market conditions and overall performance of the Company. The targets will be negotiated with the Board of Directors and compensation paid out once a year after the filing of the annual results effective from the month after the filing, for the first time with the 2022 annual results. The board of directors will after the annual result discretionarily decide if the STIP is stock-based equity, cash pay-out or a combination in the company or its subsidiaries. The targets for the Officer for each term are as per the Officer’s Key Performance Indices (KPI) Agreement.

 

If the company or any of its subsidiaries should up list to a National Exchange through an initial public offering (IPO) the Chief Operations Officer is entitled to an appropriate market based salary in accordance with the size and performance of the business, payable in 12 equal monthly payments, on the last day of every month, plus annual bonus in line with a revised appropriate Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), shares in an up list or IPO of the company or its subsidiaries, all subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

 

The Chief Operations Officer is also eligible of up to 30 days per year excluding public holidays and may not carry over any unused vacation from prior years and is eligible to participate in all health and welfare benefits provided to other employees of the Company (other than any severance plans) or similar own insurance paid by the company.

 

The Chief Operations Officer is also eligible for vacation, paid sick days, mobile and internet and expenses incurred for travel, nights away from home, dining, entertainment etc.

 

If the Chief Operations Officer’s employment is terminated by the Company for Cause, or if her employment with the Company ends due to death, “permanent and total disability”, or due to a voluntary termination of employment by The Chief Operations Officer without Good Reason, then The Chief Operations Officer shall only be entitled to any earned but unpaid compensation as well as any other amounts or benefits owing to The Chief Operations Officer under the terms of any employee benefit plan of the Company.

 

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If the Chief Operations Officer’s employment with the Company is terminated by the Company in connection with a non-renewal of the Agreement without Cause or for reasons other than Cause, death, “permanent and total disability” or is voluntarily terminated by The Officer for Good Reason, then The Officer shall be entitled to the Severance Benefits as well as her Accrued Benefits. In the event the Officer becomes entitled to receive severance benefits the Company shall pay and provide for a period of 3 months after the Date of Termination, the Officer’s then current base salary per month, a pro rata portion of any annual bonus that the Officer would have been entitled to receive.

 

The foregoing description of the employment agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the employment contract in exhibit 10.3. 

 

Krishnan Krishnamoorthy (Chief Financial Officer)

 

The company entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Krishnamoorthy on February 2, 2022, in his capacity as Chief Financial Officer. Pursuant to the agreement, the company agreed to pay Mr. Moorthy a salary of $130,000 per annum. In accordance with his amended employee agreement signed on June 30, 2022, Mr. Krishnamoorthy was issued 35,000 shares of Class F Shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on December 5, 2022, convertible into 3,500,000 common shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. In accordance with his amended employee agreement, Mr. Krishnamoorthy will also be issued 2,250,000 QIND common shares in 2023. Lock-up of the shares will be under rule 144. If Mr. Krishnamoorthy should resign, he will be considered a corporate insider according to rule 144 for a full year and can during any given week not sell or transfer more than 2.5% of the average weekly trading volume over the previous 30 days average trading volume. During the following year, Mr. Krishnamoorthy can sell 25% of any remain shares per quarter. The company has the right of first refusal to acquire the shares or match any written offer by a third party for the shares.

 

Mr. Krishnamoorthy is eligible for the Company Officer’s Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), a Performance Based Target opportunity. Mr. Krishnamoorthy ’s target opportunity equals 2,500,000 common shares in the company and 250,000 common shares in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. intended to qualify as performance-based compensation under Internal Revenue Code section 162(m). The STIP can range from 0% to a maximum target based on performance against agreed plan. The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend the Bonus Structure based on market conditions and overall performance of the Company. The targets will be negotiated with the Board of Directors and compensation paid out once a year after the filing of the annual results effective from the month after the filing, for the first time with the 2022 annual results. The board of directors will after the annual result discretionarily decide if the STIP is stock-based equity, cash pay-out or a combination in the company or its subsidiaries. The targets for the Officer for each term are as per the Officer’s Key Performance Indices (KPI) Agreement.

 

If the company or any of its subsidiaries should up list to a National Exchange through an initial public offering (IPO), the Chief Financial Officer is entitled to an appropriate market-based salary in accordance with the size and performance of the business, payable in 12 equal monthly payments, on the last day of every month, plus annual bonus in line with a revised appropriate Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), all subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

 

The Chief Financial Officer is also eligible of up to 30 days per year excluding public holidays and may not carry over any unused vacation from prior years and is eligible to participate in all health and welfare benefits provided to other employees of the Company (other than any severance plans) or similar own insurance paid by the company.

 

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The Chief Financial Officer is also eligible for vacation, paid sick days, mobile and internet and expenses incurred for travel, nights away from home, dining, entertainment etc.

 

If the Chief Financial Officer’s employment is terminated by the Company for Cause, or if his employment with the Company ends due to death, “permanent and total disability”, or due to a voluntary termination of employment by The Chief Financial Officer without Good Reason, then The Chief Financial Officer shall only be entitled to any earned but unpaid compensation as well as any other amounts or benefits owing to The Chief Financial Officer under the terms of any employee benefit plan of the Company.

 

If the Chief Financial Officer’s employment with the Company is terminated by the Company in connection with a non-renewal of the Agreement without Cause or for reasons other than Cause, death, “permanent and total disability” or is voluntarily terminated by The Officer for Good Reason, then The Officer shall be entitled to the Severance Benefits as well as his Accrued Benefits. In the event the Officer becomes entitled to receive severance benefits the Company shall pay and provide for a period of 3 months after the Date of Termination, the Officer’s then current base salary per month, a pro rata portion of any annual bonus that the Officer would have been entitled to receive.

 

The foregoing description of the employment agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the employment contract in exhibit 10.4.

 

Carsten Kjems Falk (Chief Commercial Officer)

 

The company entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Falk on June 1, 2022, in his capacity as Chief Commercial Officer. Pursuant to the agreement, the company agreed to pay Mr. Falk a salary of $90,000 per annum starting June 2022. Mr. Falk was issued 25,000 Pref F Shares in ILUS on December 5, 2022, convertible into 2,500,000 common shares in Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. Mr. Falk will also be issued 2,250,000 common shares in QIND in 2023, for entering the employement agreement on June 1, 2022, and waiving all liabilities as CEO in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. Lock-up of the shares will be under rule 144. If Mr. Falk should resign, he will be considered a corporate insider according to rule 144 for a full year and can during any given week not sell or transfer more than 2.5% of the average weekly trading volume over the previous 30 days average trading volume. During the following year, Mr. Falk can sell 25% of any remain shares per quarter.

 

Mr. Falk is eligible for the Company Officer’s Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), a Performance Based Target opportunity. Mr. Falk’s target opportunity equals 3,500,000 common shares in the company and 250,000 common shares in the subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. intended to qualify as performance-based compensation under Internal Revenue Code section 162(m). Any bonus compensation will be pro-rated according to the start date of the Officer. The STIP can range from 0% to a maximum target based on performance against agreed plan. The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend the Bonus Structure based on market conditions and overall performance of the Company. The targets will be negotiated with the Chairman of the board and compensation paid out once a year after the filing of the annual results effective from the month after the filing, for the first time with the 2022 annual results. The board of directors will after the annual result discretionarily decide if the STIP is stock-based equity, cash pay-out or a combination in the company or its subsidiaries. The targets for the Officer for each term are as per the Officer’s Key Performance Indices (KPI) Agreement.

 

If the company or any of its subsidiaries should up list to a National Exchange through an initial public offering (IPO) the Chief Commercial Officer is entitled to an appropriate market-based salary in accordance with the size and performance of the business, payable in 12 equal monthly payments, on the last day of every month, plus annual bonus in line with a revised appropriate Short Term Incentive Programme (STIP), all subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

 

The Chief Commercial Officer is also eligible of up to 30 days per year excluding public holidays and may not carry over any unused vacation from prior years and is eligible to participate in all health and welfare benefits provided to other employees of the Company (other than any severance plans) or similar own insurance paid by the company.

 

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The Chief Commercial Officer is also eligible for vacation, paid sick days, mobile and internet and expenses incurred for travel, nights away from home, dining, entertainment etc.

 

If the Chief Commercial Officer’s employment is terminated by the Company for Cause, or if his employment with the Company ends due to death, “permanent and total disability”, or due to a voluntary non-renewal of this Agreement by the Company or due to a voluntary termination of employment by The Chief Commercial Officer without Good Reason, then The Chief Commercial Officer shall only be entitled to any earned but unpaid compensation as well as any other amounts or benefits owing to The Chief Commercial Officer under the terms of any employee benefit plan of the Company.

 

If the Chief Commercial Officer’s employment with the Company is terminated by the Company in connection with a non-renewal of the Agreement without Cause or for reasons other than Cause, death, “permanent and total disability” or is voluntarily terminated by The Officer for Good Reason, then The Officer shall be entitled to the Severance Benefits as well as his Accrued Benefits. In the event the Officer becomes entitled to receive severance benefits the Company shall pay and provide for a period of 3 months after the Date of Termination, the Officer’s then current base salary per month, a pro rata portion of any annual bonus that the Officer would have been entitled to receive.

 

The foregoing description of the employment agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by the full text of the employment contract in exhibit 10.5.

 

Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End

 

Other than as discussed above, no executive officer received any equity awards, or holds exercisable or un-exercisable options, as of the years ended December 31, 2022, and 2021.

 

Long-Term Incentive Plans

 

There are no arrangements or plans in which the Company would provide pension, retirement or similar benefits for our Director or executive officers other than described in the individual contracts.

 

Compensation Committee

 

The Company currently does not have a compensation committee of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors determines executive compensation.

 

Director Independence

 

The Board of Directors is currently composed of Two members, which are Nicolas Link and John-Paul Backwell. Aside from them, no director qualifies as independent in accordance with the published listing requirements of the NASDAQ Global Market. The NASDAQ independence definition includes a series of objective tests, such as that the Director is not, and has not been for at least three years, one of the Company’s employees and that neither the Director, nor any of his family members has engaged in various types of business dealings with us.

 

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Director Compensation

 

The table below summarizes all compensation of our directors as of December 31, 2022.

 

DIRECTOR COMPENSATION

 

Name 

Fees
Earned

or Paid
in Cash
($)

   Stock
Awards
($)
   Option
Awards
($)
   Non-Equity
Incentive Plan
Compensation
($)
   Non-Qualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
($)
   All Other
Compensation
($)
   Total
($)
 
Nicholas Link       -         -          -         -          -           -       - 
John-Paul Backwell   -    -    -    -    -    -    - 

 

Narrative Disclosure to the Director Compensation Table

 

Directors are permitted to receive fixed fees and other compensation for their services as Directors. The Board of Directors has the authority to fix the compensation of Directors. No amounts have been paid to, or accrued to, Directors in such capacity.

 

Security Holders Recommendations to Board of Directors

 

The Company welcomes comments and questions from the shareholders. However, while the Company appreciates all comments from shareholders, it may not be able to individually respond to all communications.

 

Item 7. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

 

Other than described below or the transactions described under the heading “Executive Compensation,” there have not been, and there is not currently proposed, any transaction or series of similar transactions to which we were or will be a participant in which the amount involved exceeded or will exceed the lesser of $120,000 or one percent of the average of our total assets at year-end for the last two completed fiscal years, and in which any director, executive officer, holder of 5% or more of any class of our capital stock or any member of the immediate family of any of the foregoing persons had or will have a direct or indirect material interest. 

 

The Company issued 75,000 preferred class F shares to Daniel Link as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $586,500 on December 5, 2022. Daniel Link and Nicolas Link are siblings. Daniel Link was employed in Firebug UK from 2014 until February 28, 2022, thereafter he was employed in Replay Solutions which was incorporated by ILUS on March 1, 2022.

 

FB Technologies Global, Inc. is wholly owned by Nicolas Link. FB Technologies Global, Inc. was not acquired. On May 10, 2020, FB Technologies Global, Inc., wholly owned by Nicolas Link, acquired shares of ILUS stock, consisting of 10,000,000 Pref A Shares, 60,741,000 Pref D shares and 360,000,000 common shares, from the prior CEO, Larson Elmore, for an aggregate purchase price of $140,000.

 

The company received 10,000,000 shares of Common stock in Dear Cashmere Holding Co on May 21, 2021, as compensation for services provided to DRCR such as but not limited to, free rent in offices at Al Marsa Street 66, 11th Floor, Office 1105, Dubai, free use of in-house accounting, IT and legal teams from 2021 until December 31, 2023. The shares were discretionary awarded and recorded at fair market value of $1.20 with a grant date as of May 21, 2021, in accordance with ASC 718 and issued by, Chairman, Nicolas Link and CEO, James Gibbons, of DRCR.

 

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Conflicts of Interest

 

Our key management and board are also represented on the management and board of QIND, our subsidiary and our Chairman and CEO Nicolas Link is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dear Cashmere Holding Co. and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of CGrowth Capital, Inc. where he also holds the voting control. As a result, at certain points in time, these jointly represented companies may have members of key management and board concentrate their efforts on transactions that focus on one company over the other, which collectively would not amount to work for our company on a full-time basis. Dear Cashmere Holding Co. and CGrowth Capital, Inc. are however not affiliated with ILUS or any of its subsidiaries and each public company are independently responsible for its own funding. We estimate that our key management will spend an average of 20% of their time on the company’s Subsidiary QIND and 80% on the parent company ILUS. This and other conflicts of interest may arise between us and our officers and director in that they have other business interests currently, with respect to ILUS, and in the future to which they devote their attention, such as in the case of acquisitions, and they may be expected to continue to do so although management time must also be devoted to our business. These competing interests could disrupt focus of our key management and board. As a result, conflicts of interest may arise that can be resolved only through exercise of such judgment as is consistent with each officer or director’s understanding of his or her fiduciary duties to our company.

 

Currently we have only four officers and one director. We will seek to add additional officers and/or directors with industry experience and when the proper personnel are located and terms of employment are mutually negotiated and agreed, and we have sufficient capital resources and cash flow to make such appointments.

 

In an effort to resolve such potential conflicts of interest as between ILUS and QIND, our officers and director have agreed that any opportunities that they are aware of independently or directly through their association with us would be presented by them solely to ILUS, before determining whether to include the opportunities in QIND or another subsidiary.

 

In general, our officers and director are required to present business opportunities to ILUS, which may include QIND, if:

 

  ILUS could financially undertake the opportunity through QIND; and

 

  the opportunity is aligned with the Industrial business of QIND.

 

Potential investors should also be aware of the following potential conflicts of interest:

 

None of our officers or directors is required to commit his or her full time to our company and, accordingly, may have conflicts of interest in allocating his or her time among various business activities.

 

In the course of their other business activities, our officers and our sole director may become aware of investment and business opportunities which may be appropriate for presentation to us as well as the other entities with which they are affiliated.

 

Our officers and directors may have a conflict of interest with respect to evaluating a particular business combination if the retention or resignation of any such officers and directors was included by a target business as a condition to any agreement with respect to the combination.

 

Below is a table summarizing the entities to which our executive officers and director currently have fiduciary duties or contractual obligations:

 

Individual (1)   Entity(2)   Affiliation
Nicolas Link  

ILUS

QIND

DRCR

CGRA

 

Director & CEO

Director

Director

Director

John-Paul Backwell  

ILUS

QIND

 

Managing Director

CEO

Louise Bennett  

ILUS

QIND

 

COO

COO

Krishnan Krishnamoorthy  

ILUS

QIND

 

CFO

CFO

Carsten Kjems Falk  

ILUS

QIND

 

CCO

CCO

 

(1)Each person has a fiduciary duty with respect to the listed entities next to their respective names. Each of our Officers only have employment in our Company and our Subsidiary QIND.

 

(2)Each of the entities listed by trading symbol in this table has priority and preference relative to our company with respect to the performance by each individual listed in this table of his obligations and the presentation by each such individual of business opportunities.

 

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We cannot provide assurances that our efforts to eliminate the potential impact of conflicts of interest will be effective. We are at risk that our officers and directors will favor their other business interest over the needs of our company. These competing business interests could interfere with our ability to successfully implement our business plan.

  

Item 8. Legal Proceedings

 

We may from time to time be involved in various claims and legal proceedings of a nature we believe are normal and incidental to our business. These matters may include product liability, intellectual property, employment, personal injury cause by our employees, and other general claims. Aside from the following, we are not presently a party to any legal proceedings that, in the opinion of our management, are likely to have a material adverse effect on our business. Regardless of outcome, litigation can have an adverse impact on us because of defense and settlement costs, diversion of management resources and other factors.

 

Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. had applied to the District Court, Clark County, Nevada to have 40,000,000 shares with Ambrose & Keith cancelled as they were issued in error in 2018 as the deal never completed. The case was won on September 15, 2022, in favor of the company and the court order was received on January 23, 2023. The transfer agent cancelled the 40,000,000 shares on February 17, 2023.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by our former CEO, Larson Elmore. A case has been filed in the Eight Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada (Case No. A-22-858343-C). The Plaintiff alleges that we breached a stock purchase agreement dated May 10, 2020, and promissory notes, and is therefore entitled to damages. We have potential counterclaims against the former CEO which are being prepared, arising out of improper action and lack of disclosures. The company has disputed the claim and argue that Larson Elmore has mislead the company and its shareholders on various matters including but not limited to liabilities, company commitments and due diligence items presented by Larson Elmore during the takeover process. We filed a motion to dismiss Larson Elmore’s complaint on the basis that it fails to state a claim and lacks jurisdiction in the Nevada courts. At the hearing on this motion, the court determined that discovery would be required before ruling for the company and denied the motion without prejudice. The company is evaluating a motion for reconsideration once the order has been entered. In the interim, the parties have discussed a tentative discovery schedule and the possibility of a mediation and settlement conference. 

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Steve Nicol, who claims that he loaned $12,000 on or about May 23, 2017, to Cache Cabinetry, LLC a subsidiary of ILUS under a promissory note, but that ILUS agreed to assume the note. He further claims that he elected to convert the note and that ILUS failed to convert the note into shares of ILUS common stock. He has alleged breach of contract, declaratory relief, and specific performance to require the company to issue 75,000,000 shares of common stock in ILUS. The company obtained a settlement on September 6, 2023, and awaits the final court order.

 

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We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Black Ice Advisors LLC, regarding a historic note entered into by the previous CEO, Larson Elmore with a principal amount of $4,000. The company dispute the legitimacy of the note. On June 5, 2023, we got a service of process by Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, with a reschedule hearing on March 3, 2024. On August 22, 2023, the company received information that Black Ice Advisors withdrew their prior demand for shares with a new motion seeking a monetary judgment in Black Ice’s in the amount of $3.772 million for the historic note with a principal amount of $4,000. At a hearing on November 3, 2023, the Court adopted its tentative ruling as the final ruling and denied the motion for summary judgement from Black Ice Advisors LLC. The case has received a trial date for March 8, 2024.

 

We cannot predict whether the action against involving our former CEO or Black Ice Advisors LLC is likely to result in any material recovery by or expense to our company. Where it is reasonably possible to do so, the Company accrues estimates of the probable costs for the resolution of these matters. These estimates based upon an analysis of potential results and settlement strategies. It is possible, however, that future operating results for any particular quarter or annual period could be affected by changes in assumption.

 

We may continue to incur legal fees in responding to this and other lawsuits. The expense of defending such litigation may be significant and any sizeable verdict may adversely affect the company. The amount of time to resolve this and any additional lawsuits is unpredictable, and these actions may divert management’s attention from the day-to-day operations of our business, all of which could adversely affect our business, results of operations and cash flows.

 

Item 9. Market Price of and Dividends on the Registrant’s Common Equity and Related Shareholder Matters

 

Market Information.

 

Our common stock is qualified for quotation on the OTC Markets- OTC Pink under the symbol “ILUS” and has been quoted on the OTC Pink since 2013.

 

Holders

 

As of December 31, 2022, we had 33 shareholders of record of common stock per transfer agent’s shareholder list with others in street name.

 

Dividends

 

The Company has not paid any cash dividends to date and does not anticipate or contemplate paying any dividends in the foreseeable future. It is the present intention of management to utilize all available funds for the growth of the Registrant’s business.

 

The Company has not declared any cash dividends since inception and does not anticipate paying any cash dividends in the foreseeable future. The payment of cash dividends is within the discretion of the Board of Directors and will depend on the Company’s earnings, capital requirements, financial condition, and other relevant factors. There are no restrictions that currently limit the Company’s ability to pay cash, or other, dividends on its Common Stock other than those generally imposed by applicable state law.

 

Equity Compensation Plan Information

 

The Company does not currently have an equity compensation plan in place other than equity compensation described in the individual employee contracts.

 

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Common and Preferred Stock

 

Our authorized capital stock consists of 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock and 235,741,000 shares of preferred stock, par value $0.001 per share. As of June 30, 2023, there were 1,444,380,699 shares of our common stock issued and outstanding and 78,981,425 shares of our preferred stock issued and outstanding.

 

Options and Warrants

 

On February 4, 2022, a Common Share Purchase Warrant was issued to Discover Growth Fund, LLC, of the $2,000,000.00 convertible promissory note of even date herewith (the “Note”), , Holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 20,000,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price of $0.275, per share then in effect.

 

On December 2, 2022, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to AJB Capital Investment LLC for the $1,200,000.00 convertible promissory note. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 30,000,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect.

 

On January 26, 2023, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to Jefferson Street Capital for the $100,000.00 convertible promissory note. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 650,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect.

 

On June 30, 2023, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to Exchange Listing. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 200,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect.

 

Debt Securities

 

On January 28, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc. – Brett Rosen for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible at a fixed price $0.20 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on January 27, 2024.

 

On February 04, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with Discover Growth Fund LLC – John Burke for the amount of $2,000,000. The note is convertible at a 35% below the lowest past 15-day share price and bears 12% interest per annum. The note matured on February 4, 2023. The Company signed a Forbearance Agreement with Discover Growth Fund on May 3, 2023, the agreement has been filed as an exhibit with this amended the registration statement. The Company shall make monthly minimum loan payments to Discover Growth Fund of $450,000.00 commencing on May 30, 2023, and on the 5th day of each month thereafter, until the Note is paid in full. The first four payments of $450,000 have been made as of the date of this filing.

 

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On April 26, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.20 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on April 25, 2024.

 

On May 20, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 19, 2024.

 

On May 27, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 26, 2024.

 

On June 01, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $1,000,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 31, 2024.

 

On July 12, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 11, 2024.

 

On August 10, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 09, 2024.

 

On August 25, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 24, 2024.

 

On September 22, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $650,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on September 20, 2024.

 

On November 14, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $400,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on November 13, 2024.

 

On December 2, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with AJB Capital Investment LLC for the amount of $1,200,000. The note is convertible into common stock upon an event of default at the rate equal to volume weighted average trading price of the specified period and bears 12% interest. The note matures on June 01, 2023. The Company amended the AJB capital investments LLC note on October 18, 2023. The amended convertible note filed with this registration statement amounts to $1,450,000 and is maturing on May 1, 2024.

 

On January 26, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Jefferson Street Capital for the amount of $100,000. The note is convertible into common stock upon an event of default at the rate equal to volume weighted average trading price of the specified period and bears 12% interest. The note matures on July 26, 2023.

 

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On April 12, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on April 12, 2025.

 

On May 2, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $250,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 2, 2025.

 

On May 30, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 30, 2025.

 

On May 30, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $450,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 30, 2025.

 

On June 21, 2023, the company entered into a note payable of $61,868 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable in 9 monthly payments and shall bear 13% interest as one time charge on the issuance date. In case of event of default, note is convertible into common stock at 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on March 30, 2024.

 

On July 03, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $475,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 3, 2025

 

On July 26, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $550,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 26, 2025.

 

On August 29, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $100,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 29, 2025.

 

On September 5, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $450,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on September 5, 2025.

 

On September 7, 2023, the company entered into convertible Note with Richard Astrom, for the amount of $27,500. The note is convertible into common stock at variable conversion price and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on March 6, 2024. The Note cannot be converted until 3 months from the date of issue of Note.

 

On October 20, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $89,250.00 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable any time after 180 days following the date of note till maturity date and shall bears 9% interest rate per annum. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate equal to variable conversion price as defined, shall mean 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on July 30, 2024

 

On November 7, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on November 7, 2025.

 

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On November 21, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Twn Brooks Inc., for the amount of $22,222. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 21, 2024.

 

On November 21, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Carizzo LLC, for the amount of $22,222. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 21, 2024.

 

On November 29, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Twn Brooks Inc., for the amount of $27,500. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 29, 2024.

 

On December 1, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $118,367 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable any time after 180 days following the date of note till maturity date and shall bears 13% interest rate per annum. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate equal to variable conversion price as defined, shall mean 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on August 30, 2024

 

Transfer Agent 

 

The Company’s transfer agent is Pacific Stock Transfer, Inc. located at 6725 Via Austi Pkwy, Suite 300 Las Vegas, NV 89119 with a phone number at (800) 785-7782. Our previous transfer agent was Securities Transfer Corporation located at 2901 N. Dallas Parkway suite 280, Plano TX 75093 with a phone number at 469-633-0101. The change in transfer agent had an effective date of March 10, 2023.

 

Equity Compensation Plans

 

We have no equity compensation plans other than equity compensation described in the individual employee contracts.

 

Item 10. Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

 

The following information represents securities sold by the Company since the December 31, 2019, which were not registered under the Securities Act. Included are sales of reacquired securities, as well as new issues, securities issued in exchange for property, services, or other securities, and new securities resulting from the modification of outstanding securities.

 

On March 19, 2020, we issued 60,741,000 shares of Preferred Class D stock as compensation to Larson Elmore for the acquisition of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. pursuant to Agreement with Larson Elmore for an aggregate price of $60,741.00.

 

On June 4, 2020, we issued 672,175 shares of Preferred Class E stock as compensation to BrohF Holdings Ltd, Hamza Nasko for conversion of debt into preferred shares for an aggregate price of $672.175.

 

On June 4, 2020, we issued 2,500,000 shares of Preferred Class E stock as compensation to Artem Belov for conversion of debt with FB Fire Technologies Ltd for an aggregate price of $2,500.00.

 

On January 27, 2021, we issued 76,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $76,000.00.

 

On February 3, 2021, we issued 84,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $84,000.00.

 

On February 11, 2021, we issued 84,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $84,000.00.

 

On February 19, 2021, we issued 20,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate offering price of $20,000.00.

 

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On March 17, 2021, we issued 20,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate offering price of $20,000.00.

 

On March 26, 2021, we issued 50,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $50,000.00.

 

On March 29, 2021, we issued 20,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $20,000.00.

 

On April 20, 2021, we issued 10,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $10,000.00.

 

On April 28, 2021, we issued 10,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $10,000.00.

 

On May 14, 2021, we issued 46,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $46,000.00.

 

On May 14, 2021, we issued 34,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $34,000.00.

 

On July 9, 2021, we issued 80,000,000 shares of Common stock to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $80,000.00.

 

On September 10, 2021, we converted 185,000,000 of common stock held by FB Technologies Global Inc into 1,850,000 Preferred Class B Shares in agreement with FB Technologies Global Inc.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 5,000,000 shares of Common stock to Mohamed Suhail Abdool Hamid for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $5,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 6,000,000 shares of Common stock to Riefqah Abrahams for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $6,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 5,000,000 shares of Common stock to Zander Boshoff for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $5,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 6,000,000 shares of Common stock to Albertus Willem Burger for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $6,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 2,500,000 shares of Common stock to Nicolas Bernd Jonischkeit for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $2,500.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 5,000,000 Shares of Common stock to Kyle Kotz for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $5,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 5,000,000 shares of Common stock to Chantelle l’Anson-Sparks for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate offering price of $5,000.00.

 

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On September 14, 2021, we issued 2,500,000 shares of Common stock as compensation to Jason Brown for services supplied to the company for an aggregate price of $2,500.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 10,000,000 shares of Common stock to Louise Bennett for staff compensation for an aggregate price of $10,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 5,000,000 shares of Common stock to Trygve Slette for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $5,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 500,000 shares of Common stock as compensation to Cameron Cox for services supplied to the company for an aggregate price of $500.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 1,500,000 shares of preferred class F to Louise Bennett as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $150,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 2,500,000 shares of preferred class F as compensation to James Gibbons for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $250,000.00.

 

On September 14, 2021, we issued 1,050,000 shares of preferred class F to John-Paul Backwell as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $105,000.00.

 

On September 20, 2021, we issued 1,000,000 shares of preferred class F as compensation to Cicero Transact Group Inc Michael Woloshin pursuant to a pre-existing warrant with the company which was proven to be valid and hereby honored for an aggregate price of $100,000.00.

 

On September 20, 2021, we issued 3,333,333 shares of Common stock to Lawrence Gillet for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $250,000.00.

 

On September 21, 2021, we issued 700,000 shares of Common stock to Eli Safdieh, AES Capital Management LLC for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $50,000.00.

 

On September 21, 2021, we issued 700,000 shares of Common stock to Arin LLC Adam Ringer for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $50,000.00.

 

On September 23, 2021, we issued 2,500,000 shares of Common stock to Benjamin Scott Richards for an agreement to purchase share for an aggregate price of $2,500.00.

 

On September 23, 2021, we issued 2,500,000 shares of Common stock to Fernando Parker for an agreement to purchase shares for an aggregate price of $2,500.00.

 

On September 30, 2021, we converted 35,000,000 of common stock to 350,000 Preferred Class B Shares for FB Technologies Global Inc.

 

On October 4, 2021, we converted 250,000 Preferred Class F shares to 25,000,000 shares of Common stock for Cicero Transact Group Inc.

On December 16, 2021, we issued 75,000,000 shares of Common stock as compensation to GPL Ventures LLC for settlement of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $75,000.00.

 

On February 7, 2022, we issued 20,000,000 shares of Common stock as compensation to Discover Growth Fund, John Burke as commitment shares for an aggregate price of $4,000,000.00.

 

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On February 16, 2022, we issued 50,000,000 shares of Common stock as compensation to Luki Ventures Inc. Alex Blondel for acquiring a GPL note and converting to shares for an aggregate price of $7,000,000.00.

 

On April 13, 2022, we issued 6,500 shares of preferred class F stock as compensation to George Joe Chudina for the purchase of Bull Head Products Inc for an aggregate price of $85,150.00.

 

On April 13, 2022, we issued 250 shares of preferred class F stock as compensation to Sheila A. Hansen for services in the purchase of Bull Head Products Inc for an aggregate price of $3.275.

 

On April 28, 2022, we converted 250,000 Preferred Class F shares to 25,000,000 shares of common stock for Cicero Transact Group Inc.

 

On May 4, 2022, we issued 53,000,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners Inc. for conversion of a convertible note which was issued on 6th April 2021, for an aggregate price of $530,000,00.

 

On May 17, 2022, we converted 120,000,000 of common stock to 1,200,000 shares of preferred class B stock for FB Technologies Global Inc.

 

On July 26, 2022, we issued 53,700,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners Inc. for conversion of a convertible note which was issued on 28th April 2021, for an aggregate price of $537,000.00.

 

On September 28, 2022, we issued 1,500 shares of preferred class F stock as compensation to Barbara J Whidby for the purchase of Georgia Fire Rescue Supply LLC for an aggregate price of $13,800.00.

 

On November 8, 2022, we issued 10,000,000 shares of common stock as compensation to AES Capital Management LLC. for conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $390,000.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 35,000 preferred Class F shares to Krishnan Krishnamoorthy as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $273,700.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 25,000 preferred Class F shares to Carsten Kjems Falk as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $195,500.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 10,000 shares of preferred class F to Annemarie Leo-Smith as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $78,200.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 75,000 shares of preferred class F to Daniel Link as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $586,500.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 15,000 shares of preferred class F to Irina Shatalova as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $117,300.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 250,000 shares of preferred class F to Nicolas Link as staff compensation for an aggregate price of $1,955,000.00.

 

On December 5, 2022, we issued 15,000 shares of preferred class F to Abel Tshingambo Kayomb as staff compensation for an offering price of $117,300.00.

 

On December 08, 2022, we cancelled 10,000,000 shares of common stock held by Louise Bennett.

 

On December 08, 2022, we cancelled 1,300,000 shares of preferred class F held by Louise Bennett.

 

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On December 08, 2022, we cancelled 800,000 shares of preferred class F held by John-Paul Backwell.

 

On December 08, 2022, we cancelled 2,250,000 shares of preferred class F held by James Gibbons.

 

On December 9, 2022, we issued 12,000,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to AJB Capital Investment LLC for an aggregate price of $480,000.00, pursuant to issuance of convertible promissory note amounting to $ 1,200,000 issued on December 2, 2022 The shares issued are against commitment fees payable reflecting a price per Commitment Fee Share of $0.04.

 

On December 9, 2022, we issued 18,000,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to AJB Capital Investment LLC for an aggregate price of $720,000.00 pursuant to issuance of convertible promissory note amounting to $ 1,200,000 issued on December 2, 2022 The shares issued are against commitment fees payable reflecting a price per Commitment Fee Share of $0.04.

 

On March 17, 2023, we issued 10,000,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to AJB Capital Investment LLC for an aggregate price of $400,000.00 pursuant to issuance of convertible promissory note amounting to $ 1,200,000 issued on December 2, 2022. The shares issued are against commitment fees payable reflecting a price per Commitment Fee Share of $0.04.

 

On March 21, 2023, we issued 53,850,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners Inc. for conversion of a convertible note, which was issued on 28th January 2022, for an aggregate price of $538,500.

 

On April 12, 2023, 100,000 Preferred F shares were issued to John-Paul Backwell as staff compensation.

 

On April 12, 2023, 100,000 Preferred F shares were converted into 10,000,000 common shares.

 

On May 12, 2023, we issued 2,000,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to AJB Capital Investment LLC for an aggregate price of $80,000 pursuant to Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of December 2, 2022.

 

On June 01, 2023 we issued 53,300,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Parters Inc. for conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $533,000.

 

On July 14, 2023, we issued 53,125,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners Inc. For conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $531,250.

 

On July 14, 2023, the Company issued to Exchange Listing LLC 21,665,710 shares of our common stock for $100 for consultancy services for the planned uplist to a National Exchange.

 

On September 6, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Kyle Edward Comerford to sell 5,555,556 for a purchase price of $50,000.

 

On September 7, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Cameron Canzellarini to sell 10,000,000 for a purchase price of $100,000.

 

On September 11, 2023, we issued 625,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to Richard Astrom with a fair market value of $0.02 per shares for an aggregate price of $12,500.

 

On September 18, 2023, we issued 5,000,000 shares of common stock to Kirt Weidner for a stock purchase agreement for an aggregate price of $50,000.

 

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On September 21, we issued 6,000,000 shares of common stock to Kaleb Ryan for a stock purchase agreement for the aggregate price of $60,000.

 

On September 28, we issued 10,526,316 shares of common stock to Kevin Van Hoesen for a stock purchase agreement for the aggregate price of $100,000.

 

On October 13, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Lovejit Singh to sell 5,000,000 shares of common stock for a purchase price of $50,000.

 

On October 19, 2023, we issued 2,118,644 shares of common stock as compensation to 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $25,000.

 

On October 20, 2023, we issued 4,555,555 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $40,000.

 

On October 23, 2023, we issued 3,092,784 shares of common stock as compensation to 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On October 25, 2023, we issued 9,538,461 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On November 6, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Kevin Van Hoesen to sell 16,666,667 shares of common stock for a purchase price of $100,000.

 

On November 07, 2023, we issued 9,538,461 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On November 15, 2023, we issued 21,926,875 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners LLC for partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $86,069.

 

The sales and issuances of the securities described below were made pursuant to the exemptions from registration contained in Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and Regulation D under the Securities Act. Each purchaser represented that such purchaser’s intention to acquire the shares for investment only and not with a view toward distribution. We requested our stock transfer agent to affix appropriate legends to the stock certificate issued to each purchaser and the transfer agent affixed the appropriate legends. Each purchaser was given adequate access to sufficient information about us to make an informed investment decision.

 

Item 11. Description of Registrant’s Securities to be Registered

 

General

 

Our authorized capital stock consists of 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock and 235,741,000 shares of preferred stock, par value $0.001 per share. As of December 31, 2022, there were 1,355,230,699 shares of our common stock issued and outstanding and 78,946,425 shares of our preferred stock issued and outstanding.

 

Common Stock

 

Our common stock is entitled to one vote per share on all matters submitted to a vote of the stockholders, including the election of directors. Except as otherwise required by law or provided in any resolution adopted by our board of directors with respect to any series of preferred stock, the holders of our common stock will possess all voting power. Generally, all matters to be voted on by stockholders must be approved by a majority (or, in the case of election of directors, by a plurality) of the votes entitled to be cast by all shares of our common stock that are present in person or represented by proxy, subject to any voting rights granted to holders of any preferred stock. Holders of our common stock representing fifty percent (50%) of our capital stock issued, outstanding and entitled to vote, represented in person or by proxy, are necessary to constitute a quorum at any meeting of our stockholders. A vote by the holders of a majority of our outstanding shares is required to effectuate certain fundamental corporate changes such as liquidation, merger, or an amendment to our Articles of Incorporation. Our Articles of Incorporation do not provide for cumulative voting in the election of directors.

 

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Subject to any preferential rights of any outstanding series of preferred stock created by our board of directors from time to time, the holders of shares of our common stock will be entitled to such cash dividends as may be declared from time to time by our board of directors from funds available, therefore.

 

Subject to any preferential rights of any outstanding series of preferred stock created from time to time by our board of directors, upon liquidation, dissolution or winding up, the holders of shares of our common stock will be entitled to receive pro rata all assets available for distribution to such holders.

 

In the event of any merger or consolidation with or into another company in connection with which shares of our common stock are converted into or exchangeable for shares of stock, other securities, or property (including cash), all holders of our common stock will be entitled to receive the same kind and amount of shares of stock and other securities and property (including cash). Holders of our common stock have no pre-emptive rights, no conversion rights and there are no redemption provisions applicable to our common stock.

 

Preferred Stock

 

Our board of directors may become authorized to authorize preferred shares of stock and to divide the authorized shares of our preferred stock into one or more series, each of which must be so designated as to distinguish the shares of each series of preferred stock from the shares of all other series and classes. Our board of directors is authorized, within any limitations prescribed by law and our articles of incorporation, to fix and determine the designations, rights, qualifications, preferences, limitations, and terms of the shares of any series of preferred stock including, but not limited to, the following:

 

(1)The number of shares constituting that series and the distinctive designation of that series, which may be by distinguishing number, letter, or title;

 

(2)The dividend rate on the shares of that series, whether dividends will be cumulative, and if so, from which date(s), and the relative rights of priority, if any, of payment of dividends on shares of that series;

 

(3)Whether that series will have voting rights, in addition to the voting rights provided by law, and, if so, the terms of such voting rights;

 

(4)Whether that series will have conversion privileges, and, if so, the terms and conditions of such conversion, including provision for adjustment of the conversion rate in such events as the Board of Directors determines;
   

(5)Whether or not the shares of that series will be redeemable, and, if so, the terms and conditions of such redemption, including the date or date upon or after which they are redeemable, and the amount per share payable in case of redemption, which amount may vary under different conditions and at different redemption dates;

 

(6)Whether that series will have a sinking fund for the redemption or purchase of shares of that series, and, if so, the terms and amount of such sinking fund;

 

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(7)The rights of the shares of that series in the event of voluntary or involuntary liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the corporation, and the relative rights of priority, if any, of payment of shares of that series; and

 

(8)Any other relative rights, preferences, and limitations of that series.

 

In August 2019, the Company’s Amended its Articles of Incorporation to authorize it to issue up to two billion (2,000,000,000) shares, of which all shares are common stock, with a par value of one-tenth of one cent ($0.001) per share. The Company also created the following preferred shares with a par value of $0.001 to be designated Class A, B and C.

 

Class A – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share and voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share. All 10,000,000 preferred class A shares have been issued to the Company’s CEO.

 

Class B – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class B common share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class B share.

 

Class C – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 2 common shares for every 1 preferred class C common share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class C share.

 

On February 14, 2020, the Company designated 60,741,000 Class D preferred shares, par value $0.001, that convert at 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D common share with voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D share.

 

On May 28, 2020, the Company designated 5,000,000 Class E preferred shares, par value $0.001, with non-cumulative right to dividends at 6% a year commencing a year after issuance. Dividends to be paid annually. The Class E shares are redeemable at $1.00 per share, 2.25% must be redeemed per quarter, commencing one year after issuance, and shall be redeemed at 130% premium to the redemption value. The shares do not have voting rights.

 

On August 26, 2021, the company amended Class B Shares to 100,000,000 shares with par value $0.001 that convert at 100 common shares for every 1 preferred Class B Share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class B share. Dividends to be paid according to the company’s dividend policy agreed by the board from time to time.

 

On July 20, 2021, the Company designed 50,000,000 Class F preferred shares preferred shares, par value $0.001, that convert at 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class F share with no voting rights and no dividends. 

 

Provisions in Our Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws That Would Delay, Defer or Prevent a Change in Control

 

Our articles of incorporation authorize our board of directors to issue a class of preferred stock commonly known as a “blank check” preferred stock. Specifically, the preferred stock may be issued from time to time by the board of directors as shares of one (1) or more classes or series. Our board of directors, subject to the provisions of our Articles of Incorporation and limitations imposed by law, is authorized to adopt resolutions; to issue the shares; to fix the number of shares; to change the number of shares constituting any series; and to provide for or change the following: the voting powers; designations; preferences; and relative, participating, optional or other special rights, qualifications, limitations or restrictions, including the following: dividend rights, including whether dividends are cumulative; dividend rates; terms of redemption, including sinking fund provisions; redemption prices; conversion rights and liquidation preferences of the shares constituting any class or series of the preferred stock.

 

In each such case, we will not need any further action or vote by our shareholders. One of the effects of undesignated preferred stock may be to enable the board of directors to render more difficult or to discourage an attempt to obtain control of us by means of a tender offer, proxy contest, merger or otherwise, and thereby to protect the continuity of our management. The issuance of shares of preferred stock pursuant to the board of director’s authority described above may adversely affect the rights of holders of common stock. For example, preferred stock issued by us may rank prior to the common stock as to dividend rights, liquidation preference or both, may have full or limited voting rights and may be convertible into shares of common stock. Accordingly, the issuance of shares of preferred stock may discourage bids for the common stock at a premium or may otherwise adversely affect the market price of the common stock.

 

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Certain Anti-Takeover Provisions

 

Nevada Revised Statutes sections 78.378 to 78.379 provide state regulation over the acquisition of a controlling interest in certain Nevada corporations unless the articles of incorporation or bylaws of the corporation provide that the provisions of these sections do not apply. Our articles of incorporation and bylaws do not state that these provisions do not apply. The statute creates a number of restrictions on the ability of a person or entity to acquire control of a Nevada company by setting down certain rules of conduct and voting restrictions in any acquisition attempt, among other things. The statute is limited to corporations that are organized in the state of Nevada and that have 200 or more stockholders, at least 100 of whom are stockholders of record and residents of the State of Nevada; and does business in the State of Nevada directly or through an affiliated corporation. Because of these conditions, the statute currently does not apply to our company.

 

Item 12. Indemnification of Directors and Officers

 

Under our bylaws, every person who was or is a party to, or is threatened to be made a party to, or is involved in any action, suit, or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative, or investigative, by reason of the fact that he is or was our director or officer, or is or was serving at our request as a director or officer of another corporation, or as its representative in a partnership, joint venture, trust, or other enterprise, shall be indemnified and held harmless to the fullest extent legally permissible under the laws of the State of Nevada from time to time against all expenses, liability, and loss (including attorneys’ fees judgments, fines, and amounts paid or to be paid in settlement) reasonably incurred or suffered by him or her in connection therewith. Such right of indemnification shall be a contract right, which may be enforced in any manner desired by such person. The expenses of officers and directors incurred in defending a civil or criminal action, suit, or proceeding must be paid by us as they are incurred and in advance of the final disposition of the action, suit, or proceeding, upon receipt of an undertaking by or on behalf of the director or officer to repay the amount if it is ultimately determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that he is not entitled to be indemnified by us. Such right of indemnification shall not be exclusive of any other right which such directors, officers, or representatives may have or hereafter acquire, and, without limiting the generality of such statement, they shall be entitled to their respective rights of indemnification under any bylaw, agreement, vote of shareholders, provision of law, or otherwise.

 

Without limiting the application of the foregoing, our board of directors may adopt bylaws from time to time with respect to indemnification, to provide at all times the fullest indemnification permitted by the laws of the State of Nevada, and may cause us to purchase and maintain insurance on behalf of any person who is or was our director or officer, or is or was serving at our request as a director or officer of another corporation, or as its representative in a partnership, joint venture, trust, or other enterprise against any liability asserted against such person and incurred in any such capacity or arising out of such status, whether or not we would have the power to indemnify such person. The indemnification provided shall continue as to a person who has ceased to be a director, officer, employee, or agent, and shall inure to the benefit of the heirs, executors, and administrators of such person.

 

Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to directors, officers or persons controlling us pursuant to the foregoing provisions, we have been informed that in the opinion of the SEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is therefore unenforceable.

 

We have not entered into any agreements with our directors and executive officers that require us to indemnify these persons against expenses, judgments, fines, settlements and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred (including expenses of a derivative action) in connection with any proceeding, whether actual or threatened, to which any such person may be made a party by reason of the fact that the person is or was our director or officer or any of our affiliated enterprises.

 

Item 13. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

 

The Company’s audited financial statements for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2022, and December 31, 2021, are included here on pages F-1 through F-44 and were audited by Pipara & Co LLP.

 

Item 14. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

 

None.

 

 

Item 15. Exhibit and Financial Statement Schedules

 

We have filed the exhibits listed on the accompanying Exhibit Index of this Annual Report and below in this Item 15:

 

(a) Financial Statements.

 

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INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm; F-2
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2022, and 2021; F-5
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2022, and 2021; F-6
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity as of December 31, 2022, and 2021; F-7
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2022, and 2021; and F-8
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. F-9

 

F-1

 

 

 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

 

To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc.

 

Opinion on the Financial Statements

 

We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc. (the Company) (“Ilus”) as of December 31, 2022, and 2021, the related statements of income, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2022, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “Consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2022, and 2021, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2022, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

We did not audit the financial statements of Quality International Inc. Ltd FZC(QI), a majority- owned subsidiary for CY 2022, which statements reflect total assets and revenues constituting 55 percent and 78 percent, respectively, of the related consolidated totals. Those statements were audited by other auditors whose report has been furnished to us, and our opinion, insofar as it relates to the amounts included for Quality International Inc. Ltd FZC(QI), is based on the report of the other auditors.

 

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 audits. 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 audits 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 audits 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 audits 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 and the report of the other auditors provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

 

 

New York Office:
1270, Ave of Americas,
Rockfeller Center, FL7,
New York – 10020, USA
Corporate Office:
“Pipara Corporate House”
Near Bandhan Bank Ltd.,
Netaji Marg, Law Garden,
Ahmedabad - 380006
Mumbai Office:
#3, 13th floor, Tradelink,
‘E’ Wing, A - Block, Kamala
Mills, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400013
Delhi Office:
1602, Ambadeep Building,
KG Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001
Contact:
T: +1 (646) 387 - 2034
F: 91 79 40 370376
E: usa@pipara.com
naman@pipara.com

 

F-2

 

 

 

Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern

 

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared by the management on the assumption that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note No. 19 to the financial statements, the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities and commitments in the normal course of business.

 

There is substantial doubt about the company’s ability to continue as a going concern which is further discussed in Note No. 19 and as per management, they have evaluated all relevant conditions and events that are reasonably known or reasonably knowable, in the aggregate, as of the date the consolidated financial statements are issued and determined. The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on the Company’s ability to continue to generate sufficient revenues, collect due revenues, and raise capital within one year from the date of filing.

 

Over the next twelve months management plans to use borrowings and security sales to mitigate the effects of cash flow deficits; however, no assurance can be given that debt or equity financing, if and when required, will be available.

 

Ilus recorded all revenue generated from selected customers on a credit basis. At the end of the year, accounts receivable for the previous year and the current year have not been collected. The management has represented that they will collect the cash for all outstanding account receivables due from the previous years and the current year. Refer No. 19 for accounts receivable in detail

 

 

 

New York Office:
1270, Ave of Americas,
Rockfeller Center, FL7,
New York – 10020, USA
Corporate Office:
“Pipara Corporate House”
Near Bandhan Bank Ltd.,
Netaji Marg, Law Garden,
Ahmedabad - 380006
Mumbai Office:
#3, 13th floor, Tradelink,
‘E’ Wing, A - Block, Kamala
Mills, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400013
Delhi Office:
1602, Ambadeep Building,
KG Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001
Contact:
T: +1 (646) 387 - 2034
F: 91 79 40 370376
E: usa@pipara.com
naman@pipara.com

 

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Critical Audit Matter

 

The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that were communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.

 

Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc. is currently involved in legal matters regarding its ownership of FB Fire Technologies Ltd. (“FB Fire”). In its previously filed Form 10 with the SEC, ILUS listed FB Fire as a subsidiary. However, due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the litigation on lien-marked shares, ILUS has decided not to consolidate FB Fire’s financial statements with its own. Management has informed us that the lawyers representing ILUS in the case are unable to predict the outcome with certainty. Refer to Note No. 17 for details captured by ILUS for this litigation.

 

For, Pipara & Co LLP (6841)  
   
 

 

We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2022

 

Place: Ahmedabad, India

 

Date: December 13, 2023

 

 

 

New York Office:
1270, Ave of Americas,
Rockfeller Center, FL7,
New York – 10020, USA
Corporate Office:
“Pipara Corporate House”
Near Bandhan Bank Ltd.,
Netaji Marg, Law Garden,
Ahmedabad - 380006
Mumbai Office:
#3, 13th floor, Tradelink,
‘E’ Wing, A - Block, Kamala
Mills, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400013
Delhi Office:
1602, Ambadeep Building,
KG Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001
Contact:
T: +1 (646) 387 - 2034
F: 91 79 40 370376
E: usa@pipara.com
naman@pipara.com

 

F-4

 

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(AUDITED)

 

          Dec 31,
2022
    Dec 31,
2021
 
ASSETS                  
Current Assets                  
Cash and Cash Equivalents     3     $ 1,478,702     $ 176,668  
Accounts Receivables             60,690,812       10,077,350  
Inventory             1,877,905       1,046,960  
Inventory (work-in-progress)     2       58,081,202       62,297  
Other Current Assets     4       17,062,388       2,583,014  
Total Current Assets             139,191,009       13,946,289  
Other Assets     7       16,871,631       15,315,560  
Right of use of asset             11,906,654        
Goodwill             61,807,163       871,970  
Tangible Assets     8       21,017,415       204,311  
Intangible Assets     9       623,592       1,256,329  
Total Non Current Assets             112,226,455       17,648,170  
Total Assets             251,417,464       31,594,459  
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY                        
Current Liabilities                        
Account Payable             52,141,842     $ 6,394,428  
Current lease liability             836,382        
Other Current liabilities     10       102,059,820       3,730,264  
Total Current Liabilities             155,038,044       10,124,692  
Non-current liabilities                        
Notes Payable             10,550,000       848,838  
Non current lease liability             13,696,729        
Other non- current liabilities     11       16,015,558       2,550,000  
Total Non-Current Liabilities             40,262,287       3,398,838  
Total Liabilities             195,300,331       13,523,530  
Stockholders’ Equity                        
Common Stock: 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, $0.001 par value, 1,355,230,699 and 1,243,530,699 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2022, and 2021, respectively     12       1,355,231       1,243,531  
Preferred Stock: 235,741,000 authorized, $0.001 par value,     12                  
Class A - 10,000,000 authorized; 10,000,000 issued and outstanding             10,000       10,000  
Class B - 100,000,000 authorized; 3,400,000 and 2,200,000 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively             3,400       2,200  
Class C - 10,000,000 authorized; 0 issued and outstanding                    
Class D -60,741,000 authorized; 60,741,000 issued and outstanding             60,741       60,741  
Class E - 5,000,000 authorized; 3,172,175 issued and outstanding             3,172       3,172  
Class F - 50,000,000 authorized, 1,633,250 and 5,800,000 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively             1,633       5,800  
Additional Paid-in-capital             21,474,067       3,664,118  
Other Comprehensive Income             (20,666 )      
Non controlling Interest             24,386,712        
Retained Earnings             8,842,843       13,081,367  
Total Stockholders’ Equity             56,117,134       18,070,929  
                         
Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity             251,417,463       31,594,459  

 

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

 

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ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

(AUDITED) 

 

    For the year ended  
    December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
NET REVENUE     78,344,131       11,263,875  
Total Net Revenue     78,344,131       11,263,875  
                 
COST OF REVENUE     49,983,258       7,489,784  
                 
GROSS PROFIT     28,360,873       3,774,091  
Operating Expenses                
General, Selling & Administrative Expenses     20,047,791       1,165,229  
Total Operating Expense     20,047,791       1,165,229  
PROFIT/ LOSS FROM OPERATIONS     8,313,082       2,608,862  
Non- Operating Expenses     10,584,845       463,885  
Non-Operating Income     6,831,138       11,835,500  
NET PROFIT/ LOSS     4,559,375       13,980,477  
                 
Basic EPS     0.00       0.01  
Diluted EPS     0.00       0.00  
Weighted average shares outstanding     1,355,230,699       1,050,462,845  

 

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

 

F-6

 

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

(AUDITED)

 

    STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY  
    Common Stock     Preferred Stock -
Class A
    Preferred Stock -
Class B
    Preferred Stock -
Class D
    Preferred Stock -
Class E
    Preferred Stock -
Class F
    Additional
Paid in
    Accumulated     Total Stock Holders’  
    Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     Capital     Deficit     Equity  
Balance December 31, 2020     767,297,366     $ 1,183,282       10,000,000     $ 10,000                   60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,175,172     $ 3,172                 $ 2,846,812     $ (899,110)     $ 3,204,897  
Balance June 30, 2021     1,221,297,366     $ 1,221,297       10,000,000     $ 10,000                   60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172                 $ 2,846,812     $ 11,936,144     $ 16,078,166  
Shares issued     (77,766,667 )     (77,766 )                 2,200,000     $ 2,200                               6,050,000     $ 6,050     $     $ 801,076     $ 731,560  
Balance Sept 30,2021     1,143,530,699     $ 1,143,531       10,000,000     $ 10,000       2,200,000     $ 2,200       60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172       6,050,000     $ 6,050     $ 2,846,812     $ 12,737,220     $ 16,809,726  
Shares issued     100,000,000     $ 100,000                                                       (250,000 )   $ (250 )   $ (25,500 )   $ 1,186,953     $ 1,261,203  
Audit Adjustment         $                                                           $     $ 842,806     $ (842,806 )   $  
Balance Dec 31, 2021     1,243,530,699     $ 1,243,531       10,000,000     $ 10,000       2,200,000     $ 2,200       60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172       5,800,000     $ 5,800     $ 3,664,118     $ 13,081,367     $ 18,070,929  
Shares issued     70,000,000     $ 70,000                                                                 $ 124,746     $ 636,636     $ 831,382  
Balance Mar 31, 2022     1,313,530,699     $ 1,313,531     $ 10,000,000     $ 10,000     $ 2,200,000     $ 2,200       60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172       5,800,000     $ 5,800       3,788,864     $ 13,718,003     $ 18,902,311  
Share Capital of Subsidiary                                                                                                                      
Common stock converted into Preferred B     (120,000,000 )   $ (120,000 )                                                                           $ (120,000 )
Preferred Stock Converted to Common Stock     25,000,000     $ 25,000                                                                             $ 25,000  
Convertible notes converted to common stock     53,000,000     $ 53,000                                                                             $ 53,000  
Common stock converted into Preferred                             1,200,000     $ 1,200                                                     $ 1,200  
Preferred Stock Converted to Common Stock                                                                 (243,250 )   $ (243 )               $ (243 )
Changes in Add Capital                                                                           $ 12,633,277           $ 12,633,277  
Current quarter income                                                                                 $ 1,132,322     $ 1,132,322  
Changes in Retained Earnings                                                                                 $ (11,589,135 )   $ (11,589,135 )
Balance June 30, 2022     1,271,530,699     $ 1,271,531     $ 10,000,000     $ 10,000       3,400,000     $ 3,400       60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172       5,556,750     $ 5,557     $ 16,422,141     $ 3,261,190     $ 21,037,732  
Common Stock issued     53,700,000     $ 53,700           $                       $           $       0       0     $     $     $ 53,700  
Preferred Stock issued         $           $                       $           $       1500     $ 1.5     $     $     $ 2  
Current Quarter Income                                                                                 $ 1,187,494     $ 1,187,494  
Changes in Additional Capital                                                                           $ 563,900           $ 563,900  
 Foreign exchange adjustment                                                                                 $ 17,158     $ 17,158  
Balance September 30,2022     1,325,230,699     $ 1,325,231       10,000,000     $ 10,000       3,400,000     $ 3,400       60,741,000     $ 60,741       3,172,175     $ 3,172       5,558,250     $ 5,559     $ 16,986,041     $ 4,465,842     $ 22,859,985  
Share Capital of subsidiaries   $ 563,393                                                                                                                  
Total Shareholders Equity as of 30.09.2022     23,423,379                                                                                                                  
Common stock issued     40,000,000     $ 40,000           $                       $           $       0     $     $ 12,487,500     $     $ 12,527,500  
Common stock cancelled     (10,000,000 )   $ (10,000 )                                                                     $     $ (10,000 )
Prefered stock issued         $           $                                           425,000       424     $ 3,425,292     $     $ 3,425,716  
Prefered stock cancelled         $           $                                           (4,350,000 )     (4,350 )   $ (11,424,766 )         $ (11,429,116 )
changes in Retained earnings                                                                                 $ 2,753,412     $ 2,753,412  
Current Quarter Income         $           $                       $           $                 $     $ 1,602,923     $ 1,602,923  
Balance December 31,2022     1,355,230,699       1,355,231       10,000,000       10,000       3,400,000       3,400       60,741,000       60,741       3,172,175       3,172       1,633,250       1,633       21,474,067       8,822,177       31,730,421  
Share capital of Subsidiaries     24,386,712                                                                                                                  
Total Shareholders Equity as of 31.12.2022     56,117,133                                                                                                                  

 

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

 

F-7

 

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 

(AUDITED) 

 

   For the
12 months
ended
   For the
12 months
ended
 
   Dec 31,
2022
   Dec 31,
2021
 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES        
Net Loss/ Profit   4,559,375    13,980,477 
Adjustment to reconcile net gain (loss) to net cash          
Non Cash Stock Compensation Expense   3,319,150     
Premium on Investment   (6,111,135)   (11,835,500)
Gain on settlement of Debt   (457,071)     
Loss on license agreement   104,550      
Depreciation Expense   2,356,255    4,577 
Commitment fees   5,200,000    31,042 
Finance cost   3,838,336    149,724 
Discount on Convertible Notes   324,166    276,018 
Interest on convertible notes   516,200     
Changes in Assets and Liabilities, net          
Other Current Assets   (24,384,071)   (14,045,639)
Goodwill       (399,319)
Other Current Liabilities   16,625,864    10,093,649 
Decrease in Accrued Liabilities       (6,304)
Decrease in Deferred Liabilities       (26,003)
Decrease in Real estate earnest funds       (3,500)
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities   5,891,619    (1,780,778)
           
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES          
Addition of Fixed Assets   (758,478)   (1,465,216)
Investment in subsidiaries   (2,481,000)    
Changes in Non- Current Liabilities        
Investment in Dear Cashmere Holding Co.       (164,500)
Net cash (used In) provided by investing activities   (3,239,478)   (1,629,716)
           
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES          
Fund raised through notes   9,550,000    2,850,000 
Common Stock issued       877,554 
Preferred Stock Issued       8,250 
Transfer of Preferred Stock       (250)
Finance cost   (3,838,336)   (149,724)
           
Proceeds/repayment of bank Borrowings   (5,154,933)     
           
Payment of lease liabilities   (1,906,838)     
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities   (1,350,107)   3,585,830 
           
Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash   1,302,034    175,336 
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of the year   176,668    1,332 
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of the year   1,478,702    176,668 

 

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

 

F-8

 

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

Notes to Financial Statements
Year Ended December 31, 2022

 

Note 1: Restatement of Previously Issued Consolidated Financial Statements

 

This Amendment No. 6 (“Amendment No. 6”) to the Annual Report on Form 10-K/A amends the Annual Report on Form 10-K of ILUS International Inc for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on April 6, 2023 (the “Amendment 5 to Original Filing”).

 

We are filing this Amendment No. 6 to restate our financial statements as of December 31, 2022, that were previously reported on the Original Filing and subsequent amendments. The following items have been amended to reflect the restatements:

 

Part II, Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Part II, Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

Part IV, Item 15. Financial Statement Schedules and Footnotes

 

In addition, the Company’s Auditor has provided a new Audit Report as of the date of this filing in connection with this Form 10-K/A.

 

The following presents a reconciliation of the impacted financial statement line items as filed to the restated amounts as of December 31, 2022. The previously reported amounts reflect those included in the Amendment no 5 filing of our Annual Report on Form 10-K as of and for the year ended December 31, 2022, filed with the SEC on September 12, 2023.

 

The amounts labelled as “Restatement Adjustments” represent the effects of this restatement due to the accurate Accounting of Investment in the Subsidiaries Bull Head and Georgia Fire, resulting in change in Goodwill and investment amount.

 

F-9

 

 

ILUS International Inc

Consolidated Balance Sheets

 

    Dec 31, 2022  
    As Reported     Restatement Adjustments     As restated  
ASSETS                  
Current Assets                  
Cash and Cash Equivalents     1,478,702               1,478,702  
Accounts Receivables     60,690,812               60,690,812  
Inventory     1,877,905               1,877,905  
Inventory (work-in-progress)     58,081,202               58,081,202  
Other Current Assets     17,062,388               17,062,388  
Total Current Assets     139,191,009               139,191,009  
Other Assets     18,368,326       (1,496,695     16,871,631  
Right of use of asset     11,906,654               11,906,654  
Goodwill     60,310,468       1,496,695     61,807,163  
Tangible assets     21,017,415               21,017,415  
Intangible Assets     623,592               623,592  
Total Non-Current Assets     112,226,455               112,226,455  
Total Assets     251,417,464               251,417,464  
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY                        
Current Liabilities                        
Account Payable     52,141,842               52,141,842  
Current lease liability     836,382               836,382  
Other Current liabilities     102,059,820               102,059,820  
Total Current Liabilities     155,038,044               155,038,044  
Non-current liabilities                        
Notes Payable     10,550,000               10,550,000  
Non current lease liability     13,696,729               13,696,729  
Other non- current liabilities     16,015,558               16,015,558  
Total Non-Current Liabilities     40,262,287               40,262,287  
Total Liabilities     195,300,331               195,300,331  
Stockholders' Equity                        
Common Stock: 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, $0.001 par value,
1,355,231,699 issued and outstanding
    1,355,231               1,355,231  
Preferred Stock: 235,741,000 authorized, $0.001 par value,                        
Class A - 10,000,000 authorized; 10,000,000 issued and outstanding     10,000               10,000  
Class B - 100,000,000 authorized ; 3,400,000 issued and outstanding     3,400               3,400  
Class C - 10,000,000 authorized; 0 issued and outstanding     -               -  
Class D - 60,741,000 authorized; 60,741,000 issued and outstanding     60,741               60,741  
Class E - 5,000,000 authorized; 3,172,175 issued and outstanding     3,172               3,172  
Class F - 50,000,000 authorized, 1,633,250 issued and outstanding     1,633               1,633  
Additional Paid-in-capital     21,474,067               21,474,067  
Other Comprehensive Income     (20,666 )             (20,666 )
Non controlling Interest     24,386,712               24,386,712  
Retained Earnings     8,842,843               8,842,843  
Total Stockholders' Equity     56,117,133               56,117,133  
                         
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity     251,417,464               251,417,464  

 

F-10

 

 

Note 1A: Organization, History and Business

 

(A) We were incorporated as a Superior Venture Corp. on April 27, 2010, in the State of Nevada for the purpose of selling wine varietals. On November 9, 2012, we entered into an Exchange Agreement with the Ilustrato Pictures Ltd., a British Columbia corporation (Ilustrato BC”), whereby we acquired all the issued and outstanding common stock of Ilustrato BC. On November 30, 2012, Ilustrato BC transferred all of its assets and liabilities to Ilustrato Pictures Limited, our wholly owned subsidiary in Hong Kong (“Ilustrato HK”). On February 11, 2013, we changed the name to Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc.

 

(B) On April 1, 2016, Barton Hollow, together with the newly elected director of the issuer, caused the Issuer to enter into a letter of Intent to merger with Cache Cabinetry, LLC, and Arizona limited liability company. Pursuant to the Letter of Intent, the parties thereto would endeavor to arrive at, and enter into, a definitive merger agreement providing for the Merger. As an inducement to the members of Cache Cabinetry, LLC to enter into the Letter of Intent and thereafter transact, the Issuer caused to be issued to the members 360,000,000 shares of its common stock.

 

(C) Subsequently, on April 6, 2016, the Issuer and Cache Cabinetry, LLC entered into a definitive agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”). Concomitant therewith, the stockholders of the Issuer elected Derrick McWilliams, the President of Cache Cabinetry, LLC Chief Executive Officer of the Issuer, who along with Barton Hollow, ratified and approved the Merger Agreement and Merger.

 

(D) The Merger closed on June 3, 2016. The merger is designed as a reverse subsidiary merger pursuant to Section 368(a)(2)(E) of the Internal Revenue Code. That is, upon closing, Cache Cabinetry LLC will merger into a newly created subsidiary of the Issuer with the members of Cache Cabinetry, LLC receiving shares of the common stock of the Issuer as consideration therefor. Upon closing of the Merger, Cache Cabinetry, LLC will be the surviving corporation in its merger with the wholly owned subsidiary of the Issuer, therefore has become the wholly owned operating subsidiary of the Issuer.

 

(E) On November 9th, 2018, the Company entered into a Term Sheet for Plan of Merger and Control with Larson Elmore.

 

F-11

 

 

(F) As a part of share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures Internatinal Inc. on January 14, 2021 and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021. So, we are not aware about facts mentioned above vide note no. 1(A), 1(B), 1(C), 1(D), 1(E), 1(F) and 1(G) ‘organization, history and business’ as they are related to prior to the date on which control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures Internatinal Inc. were handed over to us. Thus, those events have been reiterated as disclosed in previous fillings made by the preceding management of the company with SEC.

 

(G) On May 18, 2020, the Company entered into a definitive agreement and Plan of Merger with FB Technologies Global, Inc, the shareholders of FB Technologies Global, Inc. were issued 3,172,175 shares of Series E Preferred Stock for their shares 360,000,000 common shares, 60,741,000 Preference D and 10,000,000 Preference A Shares. A final tranche of preference shares subject to performance to be issued in Quarter 1 of 2022. The merger consummated during the 1st quarter of 2021. We have got effective control over FB Fire Technologies Ltd. on January 14, 2021. 

 

(H) Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC (Firebug Group – U.A.E.) was incorporated on May 8, 2017. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on January 26, 2021, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of research and development of firefighting technologies as well as the manufacturing firefighting equipment and firefighting vehicles for its customers in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

 

(I) Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply LLC (Georgia Fire) was incorporated on the January 21, 2003. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on March 31, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of sales, distribution and servicing/maintenance of Firefighting, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services equipment. Purchase consideration includes an aggregate cash purchase price of $900,000 (Nine Hundred Thousand Dollars) , wherein a fixed sum of $680,000 (Six Hundred Eighty Thousand) payable upon closing and the remaining $220,000 (Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars) payable over a one-year period after closing to the extent the business operations of Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply, LLC meet mutually agreeable performance thresholds along with 1,500 (One Thousand Five Hundred) restricted Class F Preferred Shares in the public company llustrato Pictures International Inc. (Symbol: ILUS)

 

(J) Bright Concept Detection and Protection System LLC (BCD Fire) was incorporated on March 18, 2014. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on April 13, 2021, in connection a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of sales, distribution, installation and maintenance of Fire Protection and Security systems. Purchase consideration includes 250,000 AED (Two hundred and fifty thousand) payable on signing of the Sales Purchase agreement, 10,000 AED (Ten thousand) monthly for 24 months starting from May 2021 and 1,000,000 (1 million) restricted shares in the public company llustrato Pictures International Inc. (Symbol: ILUS)

 

(K) Bull Head Products Inc. was incorporated on June 8, 2007. ILUS acquired 100% of this company on January 1, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement. This company is engaged in the business of manufacturing of aluminum truck beds and brush truck skid units for firefighting purposes including wildland firefighting. Purchase consideration includes an aggregate cash purchase price of $500,000 (Five Hundred Thousand) wherein a fixed sum of $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand) payable upon closing and remaining $200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand) payable over a one-year period after closing to the extent the business operations of Bull Head Products Inc. meet mutually agreeable performance thresholds referenced in Exhibit B in the SPA along with 6,750 (Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty) restricted Class F Preferred Shares in the public company llustrato Pictures International Inc. (Symbol: ILUS)

 

F-12

 

 

(L) Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. This company was incorporated by ILUS on February 22, 2022, as the company’s Emergency Response Subsidiary. This company is engaged in the business of public safety and emergency response focused mergers and acquisitions.

 

(M) E-Raptor. This company was incorporated by ILUS as the company’s Commercial Electric Utility Vehicle manufacturer on February 22, 2022. This company is engaged in the business of manufacturing electric utility vehicles for the emergency response, agricultural, industrial, hospitality and transport sectors.

 

(N) Replay Solutions was incorporated by ILUS on March 1, 2022. The company is engaged in the business of recovering precious metals from electronic waste, known as urban mining.

 

(O) Quality Industrial Corp. was originally incorporated on May 4, 1998. ILUS acquired 77% of this company on May 28, 2022, under a signed Share Purchase Agreement for an aggregate amount of $500,000. This company is engaged in the industrial, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors. Quality Industrial Corp. is a public company which trades on the OTC Market under the ticker QIND and is designed as a Special Purpose Vehicle for our industrial and manufacturing division as well as for our operating company Quality International Co Ltd FCZ and other future acquisitions.

 

(P) AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC is a fire safety company registered in the United Arab Emirates. The company has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 51% control of AL Shola Al Modea Safety and Security LLC (ASSS) on December 13, 2022.Puchase consideration for 51% of the shares shall be up to $714,000 subject to certain agreed Targets and Key Performance indices are met referenced in SPA.

 

(Q) Quality International Co Ltd FCZ is a United Arab Emirates registered process manufacturing and engineering company. It manufactures custom solutions for the oil and gas, power/energy, water, desalination, wastewater, offshore and public safety industries. Quality Industrial Corp. signed the definitive Share Purchase Agreement on January 18, 2023, to acquire 52% of the shares in Quality International Co Ltd FCZ. The purchase consideration for the 52% of the Shares shall be up to $137,000,000 in cash, to be paid in tranches, out of which $82 million considered as fixed payment and the remaining 55 million subject to achievement of financial milestones presented in a schedule of payments set forth in the Purchase Agreement. The tranches will be payable over a period of 2 years until the audited financials for the year ended December 31, 2024.

 

Note 2: Summary of Accounting Policies

 

Revenue Recognition

 

The Company recognizes revenue in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers.

 

Accordingly, revenue is recognized when control of the goods or services promised under a contract is transferred to the customer either at a point in time (e.g., upon delivery) or over time (e.g., as the Company performs under the contract) in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for the goods or services. The Company accounts for a contract when it has approval and commitment from both parties, the rights and payment terms of the parties are identified, the contract has commercial substance and collectability of consideration is probable. If collectability is not probable, the sale is deferred until collection becomes probable or payment is received.

 

F-13

 

 

Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities acquired under Business Combinations

 

Company follows new guidance under ASC 606 regarding recognition and measurement of contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination. The company applies the definition of a performance obligation in ASC 606 when recognizing contract liabilities assumed in a business combination. The company eventually recognize contract assets and contract liabilities at amounts consistent with those recorded by the acquiree immediately before the acquisition date. Earlier, contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination were recorded by the acquirer at fair value.

 

Work-in-progress

 

Work-in-progress is stated at cost plus attributable profit, less provision for any anticipated losses and progress billings. Cost comprises direct materials, labor, depreciation, and overheads. If any progress billings for any contract exceed the cost-plus attributable profit or less anticipated losses, the excess to be shown as excess progress billings. Claims are only recognized as income when the outcome and recoverability can be determined with reasonable certainty. Contract revenue and costs are recognized as revenue and expenses, respectively, in the statement of comprehensive income when the outcome of a construction contract can be estimated reliably.

 

In accordance with ASC-606 revenue recognition, amounts are billed in accordance with contractual terms or as work progresses. Unbilled amounts arise when the timing of billing differs from the timing of revenue recognized, such as when contract provisions require specific milestones to be met before a customer can be billed. Unbilled amounts primarily relate to performance obligations satisfied over time when the cost-to-cost method is utilized, and the revenue recognized exceeds the amount billed to the customer as there’s not yet a right to invoice in accordance with contractual terms. Unbilled amounts are recorded as a contract asset when the revenue associated with the contract is recognized prior to billing and derecognized when billed in accordance with the terms of the contract.

 

Industrial & Manufacturing segment revenue

 

Majority of the revenue is generated from our reportable segment – Industrial & Manufacturing, below is accounting policy followed by such segment:

 

The principal activity of this segment is to engage in general trading, manufacturing and fabrication or steel and steel products and mainly manufacturing of pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers and construction of storage tanks and piping. Revenue from contracts with customers is recognized when control of the goods or services are transferred to the customer at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The Company has generally concluded that it is the principal in its revenue arrangements because it typically controls the goods or services before transferring them to the customer.

 

Construction contracts

 

Construction contract revenue and contract costs are recognized as revenue and expenses respectively by reference to the stage of completion of the contract activity at the end of the reporting period, when the outcome of a construction contract can be estimated reliably. The percentage of completion method of accounting requires the reporting of revenues and expenses on a yearly basis, as determined by the percentage of the contract that has been fulfilled. The stage of completion is measured by reference to the proportion of the costs incurred to date.

 

When the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably, contract revenue is recognized to the extent of contract costs incurred that are likely to be recoverable and contracts costs are recognized as expense in the period in which they are incurred. An expected loss on the construction contract is recognized as an expense immediately when it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue.

 

F-14

 

 

The Company principally operates fixed price contracts. If the outcome of such a contract can be reliably measured, revenue associated with the construction contract is recognized by reference to the stage of completion of the contract activity at year end (the percentage of completion method).

 

The outcome of a construction contract can be estimated reliably when:

 

  the total contract revenue can be measured reliably;

 

  it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the contract will flow to the entity;

 

  the costs to complete the contract and the stage of completion can be measured reliably; and

 

  the contract costs attributable to the contract can be clearly identified and measured reliably so that actual contract costs incurred can be compared with prior estimates. When the outcome of a construction cannot be estimated reliably (principally during early stages of a contract), contract revenue is recognized only to the extent of costs incurred that are expected to be recoverable.

 

In applying the percentage of completion method, revenue recognized corresponds to the total contract revenue (as defined below) multiplied by the actual completion rate based on the proportion of total contract costs (as defined below) incurred to date over the total estimated contract costs.

 

Contract revenue corresponds to the initial amount of revenue agreed in the contract and any variations in contract work, claims and incentive payments to the extent that it is probable that they will result in revenue, and they are capable of being reliably measured.

 

Contract costs include costs that relate directly to the specific contract and costs that are attributable to contract activity in general and can be allocated to the contract.

 

The Company’s contracts are typically negotiated for the construction of a single asset or a group of assets which are closely interrelated or interdependent in terms of their design, technology and function. In certain circumstances, the percentage of completion method is applied to the separately identifiable components of a single contract or to a group of contracts together in order to reflect the substance of a contract or a group of contracts.

 

Variations

 

Variations are recognized in contract revenue when the outcome can be determined with reasonable certainty and are capable of being reliably measured.

 

Claims

 

Claims are recognized in contract revenue when:

 

  Negotiations have reached an advanced stage such that it is probable that the customer will accept the claim; and

 

  The amount that is probable will be accepted by the customer and can be measured reliably.

 

F-15

 

 

Revenue from construction contracts is recognized over a period of time by reference to the stage of completion of the contract activities at the end of the reporting period.

 

The Company considers whether there are other promises in the contract that are separate performance obligations to which a portion of the transaction price needs to be allocated. In determining the transaction price for the construction contract, the Company considers the effects of variable consideration, the existence of significant financing components, non-cash consideration, and consideration payable to the customer (if any).

 

Revenue from the construction contract is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of returns and allowances, trade discounts and volume rebates.

 

Variable consideration

 

If the consideration in a contract includes a variable amount, the Company estimates the amount of consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for transferring the goods to the customer. The variable consideration is estimated at contract inception and constrained until it is highly probable that a significant revenue reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the associated uncertainty with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved. The construction contracts provide customers with a right to claim damages for delay in delivery of goods. The rights to claim damages for delay in delivery of goods give rise to variable consideration.

 

Consideration of significant financing component in a contract

 

The Company’s subsidiary sells customized process equipment for which the manufacturing lead time after signing the contract goes up to 18 to 24 months. This type of contract includes two alternative payment options for the customer, i.e., payment of the transaction price equal to the cash selling price upon delivery of the equipment or payment of a lower transaction price when the contract is signed. The Company concludes no significant financing component for those contracts where the customer elects to pay in advance.

 

Rights to claim damages for delay in delivery of goods

 

Construction contracts provide a customer with a right to claim damages for delay in delivery of goods within a specified period. The Company uses a pre-agreed percentage method to estimate the amount of penalty that will be paid to the customer because this method best predicts the amount of variable consideration to which the Company will be entitled.

 

Accounts Receivable

 

Accounts receivable is reported at the customers’ outstanding balances, less any allowance for doubtful accounts. Interest is not accrued on overdue accounts receivable.

 

Our accounts receivable primarily includes balance due from customers of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ, as well as products sold and delivered to additional customers. The duration of such receivables extends from 30 days to beyond 12 Months. Full payment is received only when a job/project is completed, and approvals are obtained. Provisions are created based on estimated irrecoverable amounts determined by reference to past default experience. The majority of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ accounts receivable extend beyond 12 months and are guaranteed by one of the shareholders of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ. Out of total accounts receivable of the company, $33,175,606 represents balances due from customers of Quality International Co Ltd FCZ.

 

F-16

 

 

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

 

An allowance for doubtful accounts on accounts receivable is charged to operations in amounts sufficient to maintain the allowance for uncollectible accounts at a level management believes is adequate to cover any probable losses. Management determines the adequacy of the allowance based on historical write off percentages and information collected from individual customers. Accounts receivables are charged off against the allowances when collectability is determined to be permanently impaired.

 

Inventories

 

In accordance with ASC 330, Company states inventories at the lower of cost or net realizable value. Cost, which includes material, labor and overhead, is determined on a first in, first out basis. The Company makes adjustments to reduce the cost of inventory to its net realizable value, if required, for estimated excess, obsolete, zero usage or impaired balances. Factors influencing these adjustments include changes in market demand, product life cycle and engineering changes.

 

Tangible Assets/ Property Plant & Equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment are recorded at cost, except when acquired in a business combination where property, plant and equipment are recorded at fair value. Depreciation of property, plant and equipment is recognized over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets using the straight-line method.

 

The estimated useful lives are as follows:

 

Buildings, related improvements & land improvements  5-25
Machinery & equipment  3-15
Computer hardware & software  3-10
Office, furniture & others  3-15

 

Expenditures that extend the useful life of existing property, plant and equipment are capitalized and depreciated over the remaining useful life of the related asset. Expenditures for repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred. When property, plant and equipment are retired or sold, the cost and related accumulated depreciation is removed from the Company’s balance sheet, with any gain or loss reflected in operations.

 

Stock Based Compensation

 

When applicable, the Company will account for stock-based payments to employees in accordance with ASC 718, “Stock Compensation” (“ASC 718”). Stock-based payments to employees include grants of stocks, grants of stock options and issuance of warrants that are recognized in the consolidated statement of operations based on their fair values at the date of grant.

 

In accordance with ASC 718, the company will generally apply the same guidance to both employee and nonemployee share-based awards. However, the company will also follow specific guidance for share-based awards to nonemployees related to the attribution of compensation cost and the inputs to the option-pricing model for expected term. Nonemployee share-based payment equity awards are measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments, similar to employee share-based payment equity awards.

 

F-17

 

 

The Company calculates the fair value of option grants and warrant issuances utilizing the Binomial pricing model. The amount of stock-based compensation recognized during a period is based on the value of the portion of the awards that are ultimately expected to vest. ASC 718 requires forfeitures to be estimated at the time stock options are granted and warrants are issued to employees and non-employees, and revised, if necessary, in subsequent periods if actual forfeitures differ from those estimates. The term “forfeiture” is distinct from “cancellations” or “expirations” and represents only the unvested portion of the surrendered stock option or warrant. The Company estimates forfeiture rates for all unvested awards when calculating the expenses for the period. In estimating the forfeiture rate, the Company monitors both stock option and warrant exercises as well as employee termination patterns. The resulting stock-based compensation expense for both employee and non-employee awards is generally recognized on a straight-line basis over the period in which the Company expects to receive the benefit, which is generally the vesting period.

 

Earnings (Loss) per Share

 

The Company reports earning (loss) per share in accordance with ASC Topic 260-10, “Earnings per Share.” Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing income (loss) available to shareholders’ by the weighted average number of shares available. Diluted earnings (loss) per shares available. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed similar to basic earnings (loss) per share except the denominator is increased to include the number of additional shares that would have been outstanding if the potential shares had been issued and if the additional shares were dilutive.

 

Organization and Offering Cost

 

The Company has a policy to expense organization and offering cost as incurred.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

For purpose of the statements of cash flows, the Company considers cash and cash equivalents to include all stable, highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less.

 

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

 

The company’s financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and notes payable. The carrying amount of these financial instruments approximates fair value due either to length of maturity or interest rates that approximate prevailing market rates unless otherwise disclosed in these financial statements.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

The Company primarily transacts its business with one financial institution. The amount on deposit in that one institution may from time to time exceed the federally- insured limit.

 

Use of Estimates

 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumption that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosure of 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. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

 

F-18

 

 

Business segment

 

ASC 280, “Segment Reporting” requires use of the “management approach” model for segments reporting. The management approach model is based on the way a company’s management organizes segments within the company for making operating decisions and assessing performance. 

  

Out of four segments discussed in the business overview section in Form 10, only two segments fulfill the criteria of Operating segments and Reportable Segment as per December 31, 2022.

 

One reporting segment is the Industrial & Manufacturing division and the other is Emergency and Response Division.

 

Below is the Statement of operations of reportable Segment:

 

Industrial and manufacturing Division:

  

Statement of operations   December 31,
2022
(USD)
 
Revenue     65,603,673  
Cost of Revenue     44,848,938  
Operating expenses         
Selling, General & Admin Expenses     10,724,745  
Profit from Operations     10,029,990  
Non- Operating expenses         
Finance Cost      (3,872,175 )
Other Non- operating Expenses     104,550  
Non- Operating Income         
Non- operating Income     720,003  
Net Income     6,773,268  

  

Tangible Assets   December 31,
2022
(USD)
 
Leasehold improvements & building     17,390,067  
Plant and Machinery     1,365,585  
Furniture, fixtures & office equipment     156,370  
Capital work in progress     1,884,569  
Total     20,796,591  

 

Emergency and Response Division:

 

Statement of operations   December 31,
2022
(USD)
 
Revenue     12,740,458  
Cost of Revenue     5,134,320  
Operating expenses        
Selling, General & Admin Expenses     9,323,046  
Profit from Operations     (1,716,908 )
Non- Operating expenses        
Finance Cost        
Other Non- operating Expenses     6,608,119  
Non- Operating Income         
Non- operating Income        
Net Income     (2,213,893 )

 

F-19

 

 

Tangible Assets   December 31,
2022
(USD)
 
Vehicles     70,326  
Plant and Machinery     54,472  
Furniture, fixtures & office equipment     64,959  
Computer and computer equipment     31,067  
Total     220,824  

 

In accordance with ASC 280-10-50-30, Reportable segments – Industrial and manufacturing division constitute 84% revenue and 98% assets and Emergency, and response division constitute 16% revenue and 2% to consolidated Revenue and Assets and further, both the reporting segments together constitute 100% of the consolidated Revenue.

 

Operating income is the measure of segment profitability used by the CODM to assess performance and allocate resources of the segments. In accordance with  ASC 280-10-50-22 ,Depreciation and Interest expense are part of specified items to be disclosed separately for the reporting segments. Depreciation amounts to $2,259,835 and $96,420 respectively for Industrial and manufacturing division and Emergency and response Division and interest expense amounts for $3,872,175 and $516,200 respectively for Industrial and manufacturing division and Emergency and response Division. 

 

Geographical presence

 

Presently our operations are spread across United States, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Republic of Serbia, however we plan to further expand our regional presence and aim to expand our manufacturing operations in the United States and to Spain during 2023. At present the revenue reported below is from United States and United Arab Emirates. We’ve classified the revenue based on the entities registered in their respective locations. All the revenue generated as indicated has solely come from external customers, with no sales involving inter-company transactions. 

 

Regional Revenue Figures in USD

 

Particulars   2022     2021  
United States     12,242,551       10,930,000  
International Operations (United Arab Emirates)     66,101,580       333,875  

 

Regional Tangible Assets Figures in USD

 

Particulars   2022     2021  
United States     116,432       84,606  
International Operations (United Arab Emirates)     20,900,983       119,705  

 

F-20

 

 

Gross Profit

 

Figures in USD   Jan -Dec
2022
    Jan- Dec
2021
    Change $  
Emergency Response Division     7,606,138       3,774,091       3,832,047  
Industrial & Manufacturing Division     20,754,735       0       20,754,735  
Gross Profit     28,360,873       3,774,091       24,586,782  

 

Consolidated gross profit increased to $28.3 million in the fiscal year 2022 primarily due to higher gross profit in the Industrial & Manufacturing division along with increase in gross profit in the Emergency response segment.

 

The increase in gross profit in the Emergency Response Division is primarily the result of increased efficiencies resulting from operational improvement initiatives and higher volume leverage, favorable price/cost and productivity.

 

Income Taxes

 

The Company accounts for income tax positions in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification Topic 740, “Income Taxes” (“ASC Topic 740”). This standard prescribes a recognition and measurement of tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. For those benefits to be recognized, a tax position must be more likely than not to be sustained upon examination by taxing authorities. There was no material impact on the Company’s financial position or results of operations as a result of the application of this standard. Deferred tax assets have not been created for those subsidiaries which are in income tax-free jurisdiction, because the losses incurred cannot be utilized in the future, rendering deferred tax assets irrelevant. Company comprises of three profitable subsidiaries, out of which Quality International is located in the jurisdiction where corporate tax doesn’t apply. As for the other two profitable subsidiaries, one diligently files tax return, while the other does not meet the threshold criteria for tax return requirements.

 

Leases

 

The Company accounts for leases with escalation clauses a in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 842, “Lease”.

 

In accordance with the principles of ASC 842, company recognizes both the assets and the liabilities arising from their leases. The lease liability is measured as the present value of lease payments while the lease assets is equal to the lease liability adjusted for certain items like prepaid rent ad lease incentives.

 

The Company applies a single recognition and measurement approach for all leases, except for short-term leases and leases of low-value assets. The Company recognizes lease liabilities to make lease payments and right-of-use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets.

 

F-21

 

 

  1. Right-of-use assets

 

The Company recognizes right-of-use assets at the commencement date of the lease (i.e., the date the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognized, initial direct costs incurred, and lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received and estimate of costs to be incurred by the lessee in dismantling and removing the underlying asset, restoring the site on which it is located or restoring the underlying asset to the condition required by the terms and conditions of the lease, unless those costs are incurred to produce inventories. Unless the Company is reasonably certain to obtain ownership of the leased asset at the end of the lease term, the recognized right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the shorter of its estimated useful life and the lease term as follows:

 

Land: 25 years

 

Right-of-use assets are subject to impairment review.

 

  2. Lease liabilities

 

At the commencement date of the lease, the Company recognizes lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments include fixed payments (including in substance fixed payments) less any lease incentives receivable, variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees. The lease payments also include, if any, the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the Company and payments of penalties for terminating a lease, if the lease term reflects the Company exercising the option to terminate.

 

The variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a rate are recognized as expense in the period on which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs.

 

In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses the incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date if the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is a modification, a change in the lease term, a change in the in-substance fixed lease payments or a change in the assessment to purchase the underlying asset.

 

The Company’s subsidiary Quality International has entered into commercial leases of land for office, manufacturing yards and storage facilities. These leases generally have lease term of 25 years. The Company’s obligations under its leases are secured by the lessor’s title to the leased assets. There are no restrictions placed upon the Company by entering into these leases. The Company also has certain leases with lease terms of 12 months or less and leases with low value.

 

The Company has Lease arrangement for which the liability has been recorded separately. The Company determines whether an arrangement contains a lease at inception. A lease liability and corresponding right of use (ROU) asset are recognized for qualifying leased assets based on the present value of fixed and certain index-based lease payments at lease commencement.

 

The Company’s obligations under its leases are secured by the lessor’s title to the leased assets. There are no restrictions placed upon the Company by entering into these leases. The Company determines if an arrangement is or contains a lease at contract inception and recognizes a ROU asset and a lease liability based on the present value of fixed, and certain index-based lease payments at the lease commencement date. Variable payments are excluded from the present value of lease payments and are recognized in the period in which the payment is made.

 

The Company generally uses its incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate for measuring its lease liabilities, as the Company cannot determine the interest rate implicit in the lease because it does not have access to certain lessor specific information. Lease expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company does not have significant finance leases. The Company has elected not to separate payments for lease components from payments for non-lease components for all classes of leases. Additionally, the Company has elected the short-term lease recognition exemption for all leases that qualify, which means ROU assets and lease liabilities will not be recognized for leases with an initial term of twelve months or less.

 

F-22

 

 

When accounting for finance leases in accordance with ASC 842, entity recognizes interest on the lease liability and amortization of the ROU asset in the income statement and classify payments of the principal portion of the lease liability as financing activities and payments of interest on the lease liability as operating activities.

 

During fiscal year 2022, the Company recognized interest on lease liabilities amounting to $667,614 and paid $1,906,838 as lease payments. As of December 31, 2022, Lease liabilities are presented in the statement of financial position as:

 

As of December 31, 2022, Lease liabilities are presented in the statement of financial position as: 

 

Current portion of lease liabilities:  $836,382 
Non-Current portion of lease liabilities:  $13,696,729 

 

Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets

 

The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its short-term leases (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases of office equipment that are considered to be low value. Low value asset consideration are those less than USD 5,000. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low value assets are recognized as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-04, Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment, which simplifies the accounting for goodwill impairments by eliminating step two from the goodwill impairment test. Instead, if the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss shall be recognized in an amount equal to that excess, limited to the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit. ASU 2017-04 also clarifies that an entity should consider income tax effects from any tax-deductible goodwill on the carrying amount of the reporting unit when measuring the goodwill impairment loss, if applicable. The new standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, for both interim and annual reporting periods.

 

Rounding Off

 

Figures are rounded off to the nearest $, except value of EPS and number of shares.

 

Note 3: Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

Particulars  December 31,
2022
   December 31,
2021
 
Cash in Hand   12,098    16,827 
Balance with Banks   1,466,604    159,841 
Total   1,478,702    176,668 

 

F-23

 

 

Note 4: Other Current Assets

 

Particulars   December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Staff Advances   $ 49,605     $ 9,310  
Loans advanced     578,367        
Advance given to suppliers and sub contractors     7,572,440       76,760  
Director’s current accounts     2,096,777       797,396  
Statutory dues receivable     46,326        
Deposits     1,550,914       25,942  
Accrual of discount on notes     100,000        
Prepayments/Prepaid Assets     278,192       74,553  
Other Receivables     1,314,832          
Retention Receivables     1,485,780          
Amount due from Related Party     1,794,218          
Other current assets     194,937       1,599,052  
Total   $ 17,062,388     $ 2,583,013  

 

  Advances to Subcontractors and Suppliers: Advances have been paid to the suppliers/ sub-contractors in the ordinary course of business for procurement of specialized material and equipment required in the process of manufacturing of pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers and construction of storage tanks and pipes.

 

  The Industrial and Manufacturing Division engages in the production of process equipment, pressure vessels, and substantial offshore structures. To undertake these projects, the company is required to make substantial upfront investments in materials and machinery. s. These projects involve many processes and take a long time to complete.

 

  Directors Current Account includes amount incurred for Company’s Annual shareholders meeting, events for investor relationship, advances for our investment project in Serbia and other expenses incurred for future potential acquisitions.

 

  Loan advanced refers to the amount advanced by a company in the ordinary course of business and includes amount paid for set up of new businesses.

 

  Retention Receivables relates to a percentage of the contract price being retained by the customers for a period of 12 to 18 months (as per contract agreements), for the purpose of repair of damages (if any), that arise as a result of work done on the projects by the Company. These amounts are received at the expiration of the retention period.

 

  Other Receivables represents claims for damages from suppliers.

 

  Amount due from related Party refers to the amount that the Company had amounts due from Gerab National Enterprises LLC a shareholder of Quality International, a subsidiary of the Company.

 

Note 5: Goodwill

 

As a part of share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on January 14, 2021, and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021.

 

F-24

 

 

As of December 31, 2022, the Additional Goodwill has been generated through acquisition of our subsidiaries -Bull Head Products Inc., Georgia Fire & Rescue, Quality Industrial Corp. and its subsidiary Quality International. Goodwill accounted in the books is primarily a result of acquisitions, representing the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the tangible net assets acquired.

 

The Company accounts for business combinations by estimating the fair value of consideration paid for acquired businesses and assigning that amount to the fair values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, with the remainder assigned to goodwill. If the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed exceeds the fair value of consideration paid, a gain on bargain purchase is recognized. The estimates of fair values are determined utilizing customary valuation procedures and techniques, which require us, among other things, to estimate future cash flows and discount rates. Such analyses involve significant judgments and estimations.

 

The Company follows the guidance prescribed in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 350, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, to test goodwill and intangible assets for impairment annually if an event occurs or circumstances change which indicates that its carrying amount may not exceed its fair value.

 

The annual impairment review is performed in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year based upon information and estimates available at that time. To perform the impairment testing, the Company first assesses qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair values of the Company’s reporting units or indefinite-lived intangible assets are less than their carrying amounts as a basis for determining whether or not to perform the quantitative impairment test. Qualitative testing includes the evaluation of economic conditions, financial performance and other factors such as key events when they occur. The Company then estimates the fair value of each reporting unit and each indefinite-lived intangible asset not meeting the qualitative criteria and compares their fair values to their carrying values.

 

As all the subsidiaries were acquired in 2022, hence company would start impairment process from the next year 2023 in accordance with the guidance prescribed in ASC 350. The Company would assess at year-end whether there has been an impairment in the value of goodwill and identifiable intangible assets.

 

If future operating performance at one or more of the Company’s reporting units were to fall significantly below forecasted levels, the Company could be required to reflect, under current applicable accounting rules, a non-cash charge to operating income for an impairment. Any determination requiring the write-off of a significant portion of goodwill or identifiable intangible assets would adversely impact the Company’s results of operations and net worth.

 

As of December 31, 2022, Goodwill and intangible assets amount to $61,807,163 as compared to total assets amounting to $ 251,417,464. Below is a table displaying the Goodwill arising from the Company’s acquisitions:

 

Quality International     56,387,027  
QIND     4,065,075  
Bullhead     597,226  
Georgia     136,175  
ILUS UK     315,063  
BCD     306,597  
Goodwill Total   $ 61,807,163  

 

Note 6: Other Assets 

 

Particulars   December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Investments:            
Due from Officer           143,385  
Investment in TVC - Brand     20,500        
Investment in FB Fire Technologies Ltd     3,172,175       3,172,175  
Investment in Dear Cashmere Holding Co.     12,000,000       12,000,000  
Capital Advance            
Loan to Fb Fire Technologies Ltd     1,678,996        
Total   $ 16,871,631     $ 15,315,560  

 

F-25

 

 

Notes:

 

Due from Officer: This was carried forward from the year 2020 as part of the share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on January 14, 2021, and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021.

 

Investment in Dear cashmere Holding Co. The company received 10,000,000 shares of Common stock in Dear Cashmere Holding Co on May 21, 2021, as compensation for services to provided DRCR such as but not limited to, free rent in Al Marsa Street 66, 11th Floor, Office 1105, Dubai, free use of inhouse accounting, IT and legal team from 2021 until December 31, 2023. The shares were discretionary awarded and recorded at fair market value of $1.20 with a grant date as of May 21, 2021, in accordance with ASC 718 and issued by, Chairman, Nicolas Link and CEO, James Gibbons, of DRCR.

 

Investment in FB Fire technologies

 

  1. Represents 3,172,175 number of Class E Preferred Stock issued, in advance, at $1 per share amounting $3,172,175 to the shareholders of FB Fire Technologies Ltd. for acquisition of FB Fire Technologies Ltd.

 

Note 7: Tangible Assets

 

Particulars   December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Tangible Assets            
Land and Buildings   $ 17,390,322     $ 22,158  
Plant and Machineries     1,419,800       106,528  
Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings     221,330       30,126  
Vehicles     70,326       2,725  
Computer and Computer Equipment     31,067       42,774  
                 
Capital WIP            
Total   $ 21,017,415     $ 204,311  

 

F-26

 

 

Depreciation on tangible assets in accordance with ASC 360

 

   Plant & Machinery   Leasehold Improvements & Building   Furniture, Fixtures & Office Equipment   Vehicles   Computer and Computer Equipment   Capital work in Progress   Total 
As of December 31, 2021   106,528    22,158    30,126    2,725    42,774        204,311 
Additions during the year   (4576)       55,311    70,326    9,680    627,737    758,478 
Additions on account of acquision of Subdidiary   25,415,465    27,086,143    5,735,797    0        1,256,832    59,494,237 
December 31, 2022   25,517,417    27,108,301    5,821,234    73,051    52,454    1,884,569    60,457,026 
                                    
Accumulated depreciation and carrying value of the assets
Acc dep as December 31, 2021 of the assets acquired on account of Acquistion of subsidiary   23,049,947    8,613,635    5,419,774    0            37,083,356 
Charge for the year   1,047,670    1,104,343    180,130    2,725    21,387        2,356,255 
                                    
Carrying value December 31, 2022   1,419,800    17,390,323    221,330    70,326    31,067    1,884,569    21,017,415 

  

F-27

 

 

Note 8: Intangible Assets

 

Particulars  December 31,
2022
   December 31,
2021
 
Intangible Assets        
Intellectual Property Rights   617,240    1,249,977 
Website   6,112    6,112 
Trade Mark   240    240 
Total  $623,592   $1,256,329 

 

Note 9: Other Current Liabilities

 

Particulars   December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Credit Cards   $ 6,895     $  
Bank Overdraft     101,141        
Loans Payable     82,235,560       2,578,225  
Discount on Convertible Notes     0.00       276,018  
Payroll Liability     119,987       31,043  
Payable to Government Authorities     31,421       243,398  
Provision for Management Charge     9,416        
Accrued Interest on Convertible Notes     31,855       123,648  
Accrued Expenses     1,303,230        
Current portion of  Bank Borrowings     18,220,315       477,932  
Total   $ 102,059,820     $ 3,730,264  

 

As of December 31, 2022

 

  1. Loan Payable amounting to $82,235,560 is the liability of the company on account of its acquisition of subsidiaries. The Major portion of $81 million is payable in tranches to Quality International as a part of purchase consideration. Other amounts include payment to other subsidiaries, Al Shola Modea Safety and Security LLC, Georgia Fire and Bull head products Inc.

 

  2. Borrowings amounting to $ 18,220,315, is the current portion of bank borrowings, which correspond to our subsidiary Quality International.

 

As per the applicable accounting standards, Borrowings from financial institutions have been bifurcated into current and non-Current liabilities.

 

F-28

 

 

Note 10: Non-Current Liabilities

 

Particulars   December 31,
2022
    December 31, 2021  
Provision for Convertible Notes   $ 1,155,338     $  
Accounts Payable            
Convertible Notes Payable           2,550,000  
Borrowings from Financial Institution     12,378,098        
Interest on Convertible Notes     461,994        
Employees’ End of Service Benefits     1,953,853        
Other Misc. Liabilities     66,275        
Total   $ 16,015,558     $ 2,550,000  

 

As of December 31, 2022:

 

The borrowings from financial institutions amounting to $12,378,098 belong to our subsidiary, Quality International. These terms loans were acquired from commercial banks in the UAE for the purchase of machinery and equipment. These term loans carry financing costs at commercial rates plus 1 to 3-month EIBOR per annum.

 

Quality International was acquired in the year 2022, hence all the liabilities as a result of the acquisition of Quality International are recorded in the year of acquisition, 2022. This is the reason of increase in liabilities as compared to the year 2021.

 

These Borrowings are secured by the personal and corporate guarantee of the founding shareholder of the company along with a registered mortgage over plant and machineries belonging to the company Quality International, located in Hamriyah Free Zone phase-II, UAE.

 

Furthermore, in the year 2022, a provision for convertible notes has been created for the matured notes and notes issued prior to 2020.

 

As of December 31, 2021:

 

The Company had notes outstanding of $ 3,398,838. Details of which are as under:

 

Notes Outstanding as of 31st December 2021
Sr. No.       Issue Date   Maturity Date   Amount  
                   
1   GPL Ventures LLC   09-Jul-19   09-Jul-20     15,000.00  
2   GPL Ventures LLC   20-Dec-18   20-Dec-19     3,000.00  
3   GPL Ventures LLC   04-Apr-19   04-Apr-20     12,232.00  
4   GPL Ventures LLC   17-Jan-19   17-Jan-20     5,000.00  
5   GPL Ventures LLC   12-Sep-19   12-Sep-20     180,000.00  
6   AES Capital   10-Sep-21   10-Sep-22     300,000.00  
7       Old Notes prior to 2020*         333,606.00  
Total Short term notes liability as of 31st December 2021     848,838.00  
                     
6   GPL Ventures LLC   26-Jan-21   25-Jan-23     50,000.00  
7   GPL Ventures LLC   05-Feb-21   4-Feb-23     250,000.00  
8   GPL Ventures LLC   24-Feb-21   23-Feb-23     250,000.00  
9   GPL Ventures LLC   06-Apr-21   5-Apr-23     500,000.00  
10   GPL Ventures LLC   28-Apr-21   27-Apr-23     500,000.00  
11   GPL Ventures LLC   14-Jun-21   13-Jun-23     500,000.00  
13   GPL Ventures LLC   05-Aug-21   05-Aug-23     500,000.00  
Total Long term notes liability as of 31st December 2021     2,550,000.00  

 

*As a part of the share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on January 14, 2021, and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021.

 

**Sr. 1 to 5 Although above notes issued to GPL ventures LLC are already matured, balance in respect of them are still outstanding and appearing in the balance sheet as there was no claim by GPL Ventures for maturity proceeds of Notes.

 

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Options and Warrants

 

The Company chose not to record warrants in its financial books if the exercise price is significantly higher than the current market price and classifies it as a contingent liability. For example, the common stock purchase warrant to Discover Growth Fund, LLC described below has an exercise price of $0.275. As of December 31, 2022, the market price was $0.07, and by March 15, 2023, it had further decreased to $0.04 when the Consolidated Financial Statements were being audited. The Company’s management classifies these warrants as a contingent liability, given the decline in prices, making it unlikely that the warrants will be exercised in the future. The management reserves warrant shares with its transfer agent. If the warrants should be exercised in the future the warrants will be accounted for in accordance with ASC 480.

 

On February 4, 2022, a Common Share Purchase Warrant was issued to Discover Growth Fund, LLC, of the $2,000,000 convertible promissory note of even date herewith (the “Note”), , Holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 20,000,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price of $0.275, per share then in effect. 

 

On December 2, 2022, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to AJB Capital Investment LLC for the $1,200,000 convertible promissory note. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 30,000,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect. The Warrant was later amended on March 8, 2023, and May 12, 2023.

 

On January 26, 2023, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to Jefferson Street Capital for the $100,000 convertible promissory note. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 650,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect. 

 

On June 30, 2023, we issued a common stock purchase warrant to Exchange Listing. The holder is entitled, upon the terms and subject to the limitations on exercise and the conditions hereinafter set forth, at any time on or after the date of issuance hereof, to purchase from the Company, 200,000 of the Company’s common shares (the “Warrant Shares”) (whereby such number may be adjusted from time to time pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Warrant) at the Exercise Price per share then in effect.

 

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Note 11: Common stock and Preferred Stock

 

In August 2019 the Company’s Amended its Articles of Incorporation to authorize it to issue up to two billion (2,000,000,000) shares, of which all shares are common stock, with a par value of one-tenth of one cent ($0.001) per share.

 

The Company also created the following 30,000,000 preferred shares with a par value of $0.001 to be designated Class A, B and C.

 

Class A – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share and voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class A share. All 10,000,000 preferred class A shares have been issued to the Company’s CEO.

 

Class B – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 3 common shares for every 1 preferred class B common share.

 

Class C – 10,000,000 preferred shares that convert at 2 common shares for every 1 preferred class C common share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class C share.

 

On February 14, 2020, the Company designated Class D– 60,741,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001 that convert at 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D common share with voting rights of 500 common shares for every 1 preferred class D share.

 

On May 28, 2020, the Company designated preferred Class E shares - 5,000,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001; non-cumulative. Dividends are 6% a year commencing a year after issuance. Dividends to be paid annually. Redeemable at $1.00 per share, 2.25% must be redeemed per quarter, commencing one year after issuance, and shall be redeemed at 130% premium to the redemption value. The shares do not have voting rights.

 

On August 26, 2021, the company amended its Articles of Incorporation to updated authorized Class B preferred shares to 100,000,000 (10,000,000 previously) with par value $0.001 that will be converted at 100 common shares (3 common shares previously) for every 1 preferred Class B Share with voting rights of 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class B share. Dividends to be paid according to the company’s dividend policy agreed by the board from time to time.

 

On July 20, 2021, the Company designed preferred Class F shares – 50,000,000 preferred shares; par value $0.001 that convert at 100 common shares for every 1 preferred class F share with no voting rights and no dividends.

 

As of December 31, 2021,

 

  1. 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock are authorized, and 1,243,530,699 shares of the Company’s common stock are issued and outstanding.

 

  2. 235,741,000 shares of all classes of preferred stock are authorized and 81,913,175 shares of the Company’s all classes of Preferred stock are issued and outstanding.

 

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As of December 31, 2022,

 

  1. 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock are authorized, and 1,355,230,699 shares of the Company’s common stock are issued and outstanding.

 

  2. 235,741,000 shares of all classes of preferred stock are authorized and 78,946,425 shares of the Company’s Preferred stock are issued and outstanding.

 

As of December 31, 2022, the number of shares outstanding of our Common Stock was 1,355,230,699. 

 

Note 12: Expenses

 

General, selling and Administration expenses  December 31,
2022
   December 31,
2021
 
Administration and General Expense  $10,055,032   $393,863 
Selling and Distribution Expense   486,314    158,876 
Payroll Expense   3,769,112    391,017 
Stock Based Compensation   3,319,150      
Depreciation   2,356,255      
Other Expenses   61,928    221,473 
Total  $20,047,791   $1,165,229 

 

General and administrative expenses include, finance administration and human resources, facility costs (including rent), professional service fees, and other general overhead costs to support company’s operations.

 

Non- Operating Expenses   December 31,
2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Commitment Fees     5,200,000          
Interest On convertible notes     516,200       149,724  
Discount on Convertible Notes     324,166       276,018  
Misc Non- Operating Expenses     567,754       38,143  
Interest on Bank Borrowings     3,872,175        
Loss on License agreement     104,550        
Total     10,584,845       463,885  

 

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Note 13 : Net Loss Per Share

 

Particulars  December 31,
2022
   December 31,
2021
 
Basic EPS        
Numerator        
Net income / (loss)   4,559,375    13,980,477 
Net Income attributable to common stockholders  $4,559,375   $13,980,477 
Denominator          
Weighted average shares outstanding   1,355,230,699    1,050,462,845 
Number of shares used for basic EPS computation   1,355,230,699    1,050,462,845 
Basic EPS  $0.00   $0.01 
           
Diluted EPS          
Numerator          
Net income / (loss)   4,559,375    13,980,477 
Net Income attributable to common stockholders  $4,559,375   $13,980,477 
Denominator          
Number of shares used for basic EPS computation   1,355,230,699    1,050,462,845 
Conversion of Class A preferred stock to common stock   30,000,000    30,000,000 
Conversion of Class B preferred stock to common stock   65,589,041    65,589,041 
Conversion of Class D preferred stock to common stock   30,370,500,000    30,370,500,000 
Conversion of Class F preferred stock to common stock   158,602,740    158,602,740 
Number of shares used for diluted EPS computation   31,979,922,480    31,516,551,886 
Diluted EPS  $0.00   $0.00 

 

Note 14: Related Party Transactions

 

The transactions described under the heading “Executive Compensation,” there have not been, and there is not currently proposed, any transaction or series of similar transactions to which we were or will be a participant in which the amount involved exceeded or will exceed the lesser of $120,000 or one percent of the average of our total assets at year-end for the last two completed fiscal years, and in which any director, executive officer, holder of 5% or more of any class of our capital stock or any member of the immediate family of any of the foregoing persons had or will have a direct or indirect material interest.

 

Note 15: Commitment and Contingencies

 

(1) Contingencies towards government authorities

 

As a part of share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on January 14, 2021, and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021.

 

Due to above facts, we lack much information and evidence to support the assertions of financial statements and there are chances that preceding management of the company might have missed compliances for which we are not aware. Thus, our company may have to bear consequences for that from authorities. We cannot reasonably ascertain an amount for those contingencies.

 

(2) We are not aware of any other commitments or contingencies that may take place in future as a result of past transactions by preceding management

 

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Note 16: Consolidation basis of Mergers & Acquisitions

 

Following companies are consolidating basis of Mergers & Acquisitions of management:

 

  1) ILUS International UK Ltd.

 

  2) Firebug Mechanical Equipment LLC.

 

3)Bull Head Products Inc.

 

4)Georgia Fire & Rescue

 

5)Bright Concept and protection System LLC

 

6)Quality Industrial Corp.

 

Please note due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the litigation on lien marked shares, the company has decided not to consolidate FB Fire Technology Ltd ’s financial statements with its own. Details of the litigation are provided in the Note no 19.

 

Note 17: Litigations with preceding management.

 

FB Fire Technology Ltd:

 

As a part of share purchase arrangement between Lee Larson Elmore and FB Technologies Global Inc., Nick Link, the owner of FB Technologies Global Inc. replaced Lee Larson Elmore as CEO of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. on January 14, 2021, and we eventually got control over activities and books of accounts of Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. from the date January 14, 2021. But later in 2022, due to ongoing uncertainty regarding the outcome of the litigation on lien-marked shares, hence we decided not to consolidate FB Fire’s financial statements.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by our former CEO, Larson Elmore. In general, we lack much information and evidence to support the assertions of financial statements prior to the current management taking over and there are chances that preceding management of the company might have missed compliances for which we are not aware. In compliance with Rule 12b-21, Given the ongoing legal proceeding it would require unreasonable effort and/or expense with Larson Elmore with whom the knowledge and the information rests. We do not have the information on the following items:

 

1.Due from Officer amounting to $ 143,385, part of other assets for the reporting year 2021.

 

2. Goodwill amounting to $472,651, part of Intangible Assets for the reporting year 2021

 

  3. Accrued Liabilities, Deferred liabilities and Real Estate Earnest funds amounting to $6,304, $26,003 and $3,500 respectively for the reporting period 2020.

 

  4. Notes payable amounting to $ 333,606, part of liabilities for the reporting period 2021.

 

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Ilustrato Pictures International Inc:

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Steve Nicol, who claims that he loaned $12,000 to a subsidiary of ILUS under a promissory note, but that ILUS agreed to assume the note. He further claims that he elected to convert the note and that ILUS failed to convert the note into shares of ILUS common stock. He has alleged breach of contract, declaratory relief, and specific performance to require the company to issue 75,000,000 shares of common stock in ILUS. The company obtained a settlement on September 6, 2023, and awaits the final court order.

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by our former CEO, Larson Elmore. A case also has been filed in the Eight Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada (Case No. A-22-858343-C). Plaintiff alleges that we breached a stock purchase agreement dated May 10, 2020, and promissory notes and is therefore entitled to damages. We have potential counterclaims against the former CEO which are being prepared to arise out of improper action and lack of disclosures during the takeover process. We filed a motion to dismiss Larson Elmore’s complaint on the basis that it fails to state a claim and lacks jurisdiction in the Nevada courts. At the hearing on this motion, the court determined that discovery would be required before ruling for the company and denied the motion without prejudice. The company is evaluating a motion for reconsideration once the order has been entered. In the interim, the parties have discussed a tentative discovery schedule and the possibility of a mediation and settlement conference. 

 

We have been named as a defendant in an action commenced by Black Ice Advisors LLC, regarding a historic note entered into by the previous CEO, Larson Elmore with a principal amount of $4,000. The company dispute the legitimacy of the note. On June 5, 2023, we got a service of process by Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, with a reschedule hearing on March 3, 2024. On August 22, 2023, the company received information that Black Ice Advisors withdrew their prior demand for shares with a new motion seeking a monetary judgment in Black Ice’s in the amount of $3.772 million for the historic note with a principal amount of $4,000. ILUS’ last day to file an opposition is October 20, 2023. 

 

We cannot predict whether the action against involving our former CEO and Black Ice Advisors is likely to result in any material recovery or expense to our company. Where it is reasonably possible to do so, the Company accrues estimates of the probable costs for the resolution of these matters. These estimates are based on an analysis of potential results and settlement strategies. It is possible, however, that future operating results for any particular quarter or annual period could be affected by changes in assumption.

 

Note 18: Update of Financial Statements

 

The previously issued financial statements have been updated to reflect the true and fair position and performance of the company.

 

Note 19: Going Concern

 

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. Currently, the Company has incurred operating losses, and as of December 31, 2022 the Company also had a working capital deficit and an accumulated deficit. These factors raise substantially doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

 

Management also believes the Company needs to raise additional capital for working capital purpose. There is no assurance that such financing will be available in the future. The conditions described above raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. The financial statements of the Company do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded assets, or the amount and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. recorded all revenue generated from selected customers on a credit basis. At the end of the year, accounts receivable for the previous year and the current year have not been collected. The management has represented that they will collect the cash for all outstanding account receivables due from the previous years and current year.

 

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Note 20: Notes Payable

 

The following is the list of Notes payable as of December 31, 2022. Convertible Notes issued during the reported period are accounted in the books as liability, accrued Interest and discount on notes is also accounted accordingly as per general accounting principles.

 

a.On June 14, 2021, the company entered into a convertible note with GPL Ventures LLC – Alexander Dillon, for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible at 25% below the average past 10-day share price. The note was assigned to RB Capital note assigned from GPL Ventures LLC to RB Capital on October 24, 2022.

 

b.On January 28, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc. – Brett Rosen for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible at a fixed price $0.20 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on January 27, 2024.

 

c.On February 04, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with Discover Growth Fund LLC – John Burke for the amount of $2,000,000. The note is convertible at a 35% below the lowest past 15-day share price and bears 12% interest per annum. The note matures on February 4, 2023, and is currently in default. The Company signed a Forbearance Agreement with Discover Growth Fund on May 3, 2023, the agreement has been filed as an exhibit with this amended the registration statement. The Company shall make monthly minimum loan payments to Discover Growth Fund of $450,000.00 commencing on May 30, 2023, and on the 5th day of each month thereafter, until the Note is paid in full. The first four payments of $450,000 have been made as of the date of this filing.

 

d.On April 26, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.20 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on April 25, 2024.

 

e.On May 20, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 19, 2024.

 

f.On May 27, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 26, 2024.

 

g.On June 01, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $1,000,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 31, 2024.

 

h.On July 12, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 11, 2024.

 

i.On August 10, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 09, 2024.

 

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j.On August 25, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 24, 2024.

 

k.On September 21, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $650,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on September 20, 2024.

 

l.On November 14, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $400,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears 5% interest per annum. The note matures on November 13, 2024.

 

m. On December 02, 2022, the company entered into a convertible note with AJB Capital Investment LLC for the amount of $1,200,000. The note is convertible into common stock upon an event of default at the rate equal to volume weighted average trading price of the specified period and bears 12% interest. The note matures on June 01, 2023. The Company amended the AJB capital investments LLC note on October 18, 2023. The amended convertible note filed with this registration statement amounts to $1,450,000 and is maturing on May 1, 2024.

 

Long term Liabilities include payment towards convertible notes, interest thereon and lease liabilities along with bank Borrowings of our newly acquired subsidiary.

 

During the year 2022 and subsequently, following notes were converted into shares of common stock of the company:

 

Date of Issue of Note   Name of the party   Amount of Note
payable $
    Date of issuance of
common stock
  Number of common
stock issued
 
April 6, 2021   RB Capital Partners Inc     500,000     May 4, 2022     53,000,000  
April 28, 2021   RB Capital Partners Inc     500,000     July 26, 2022     53,700,000  
June 14, 2021   RB Capital Partners Inc     500,000     March 21, 2023     53,850,000  
January 28, 2022   RB Capital Partners Inc     500,000     June 1, 2023     53,300,000  
September 10, 2021   AES Capital     375,000     November 9, 2022     10,000,000  
April 26, 2022   RB Capital Partners Inc     500,000     July 26, 2023     53,125,000  
January 26, 2022   Jefferson Street Capital     40,000     October 19, 2023     4,555,556  
January 26, 2022   Jefferson Street Capital     30,000     October 24, 2023     9,538,462  
January 26, 2022   Jefferson Street Capital     30,000     November 6, 2023     9,538,462  
April 11, 2023   1800 Diagonal     55,000     October 19, 2023     5,211,428  

 

Note 21: Subsequent Events

 

In accordance with ASC 855-10-50 the company list events which are deemed to have a determinable significant effect occurring after the balance sheet date that affect or that may affect the financial statements, and without disclosure of it, the financial statements would be misleading.

 

The Agreement contemplated a period of due diligence and revaluation followed by entry into a definitive Stock Purchase Agreement. On January 18, 2023, we entered into a definitive Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with the shareholders of Quality International, which agreement provided for our purchase of 52% (increased by 1% over the Agreement) of the shares of Quality International Co Ltd FZC (the “Shares”).

 

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On January 27, 2023, our subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp. entered into a definitive Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with the shareholders of Petro Line FZ-LLC (“Petro Line”), a United Arab Emirates headquartered company to purchase 51% of the outstanding shares (the “Shares”). Petro Line is a revenue generating and profitable company that operates an oil refinery providing oil refining services. The acquisition never materialized after a fire at a Petro Line factory. An investigation into the fire’s impact led us to subsequently mutually terminate the Petro Line Share Purchase Agreement on August 3, 2023, and no payments to Petro Line were made. 

 

On January 26, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Jefferson Street Capital for the amount of $100,000. The note is convertible into common stock upon an event of default at the rate equal to volume weighted average trading price of the specified period and bears a 12% interest. The note matures on July 26, 2023.

 

On April 11, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $144,200 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable in 9 monthly payments and bears a 13% interest as one time charge on the issuance date. In case of event of default, note is convertible into common stock at 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on March 11, 2024.

 

On April 11, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $136,500 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable any time after 180 days following the date of note till maturity date and bears a 9% interest rate per annum. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate equal to variable conversion price as defined, shall mean 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on April 11, 2024.

 

On April 12, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $500,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on April 12, 2025.

 

On April 12, 2023, 100,000 Preferred F shares were issued to John-Paul Backwell as staff compensation.

 

On April 12, 2023, 100,000 Preferred F shares were converted into 10,000,000 common shares.

 

On May 2, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $250,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 2, 2025.

 

On May 3, 2023, the company The Company signed a Forbearance Agreement with Discover Growth Fund for the original note dated February 4, 2022. The Company shall make monthly minimum loan payments to Discover Growth Fund of $450,000.00 commencing on May 30, 2023, and on the 5th day of each month thereafter, until the Note is paid in full.

 

On May 12, 2023, we issued 2,000,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to AJB Capital Investment LLC for an aggregate price of $80,000 pursuant to Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of December 2, 2022.

 

On May 15, 2023, the company’s subsidiary QIND has filed form 8K as acquisition of Quality International meets the significance levels outlined in Rule 1-02(w) of Regulation S-X. In accordance with Regulation S-X ,company has filed the financial statements and related pro forma financial information outlined in Rules 8-04 and 8-05 of Regulation S-X.

 

On May 30, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 30, 2025.

 

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On May 30, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $450,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on May 30, 2025.

 

On June 01, 2023, we issued 53,300,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Parters Inc. for conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $533,000. 

 

On June 21, 2023, the company entered into a note payable of $61,868 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable in 9 monthly payments and shall bear 13% interest as one time charge on the issuance date. In case of event of default, note is convertible into common stock at 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on March 30, 2024.

 

On July 03, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $475,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 3, 2025

 

On July 14, 2023, we issued 53,125,000 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners Inc. For conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $531,250.

 

On July 14, 2023, the Company issued to Exchange Listing LLC 21,665,710 shares of our common stock for $100 for consultancy services for the planned uplist to a National Exchange.

 

On July 26, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $550,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on July 26, 2025.

 

On July 31, 2023, the parties to the QI Purchase Agreement entered into an amendment to the QI Purchase Agreement (the “Amended QI Purchase Agreement”) to revise the payment schedule for the acquisition to extend the payment timeline with smaller amounts due at each date. Under section 2.1 of the Amended QI Purchase Agreement, the payment schedule of the QI Purchase Price has been revised (the “Amended Payment Schedule”) to extend the payment timeline with smaller amounts due at each date. Moreover, break fees were introduced if the payments are not received by their respective due dates. In the event that the Company fails to meet any of the revised payment dates and/or the revised payment amounts, pursuant to the Amended Payment Schedule, the parties acknowledge and agree that the QI Shareholders shall have the right, but not the obligation, to, in their sole discretion, terminate the Amended QI Purchase Agreement and all associated agreements with us. Consequently, if terminated, the Company would be liable for the applicable break fee pursuant to the table in the Amended Payment Schedule, the break fee is capped at $3,500,000. The parties agreement to release each other from the performance of any obligations under the Amended QI Purchase Agreement, together with all related transaction documents, is subject to the payment of the break fee. In addition to the break fee, the Company would be potentially exposed to other expenses related to any settlement and recovery of paid amounts to Quality International, including any or all debt incurred, guaranteed and paid by the Company and contemplated as future borrowings used for the continuous operation of the Company and its subsidiary. Upon the payment of the break fee and settlement of any pending transaction, the parties shall have no further rights or obligations with each other except for those which are intended to survive after such termination.

 

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The Amended Payment Schedule outlines a series of financial milestones and payment requirements involving staggered payment tranches are as follows:

 

Tranche 2: $15,000,000 was to be paid immediately upon the agreement’s closing. This has been revised into three sub-tranches with payment to Quality International Co Ltd FZC:

 

a. Tranche 2.1: $500,000 due by June 16, 2023. A break fee of $1,000,000 applies if not received by the due date.

 

b. Tranche 2.2: $2,000,000 due before July 31, 2023. If the previous payment isn’t made by its deadline, a cumulative break fee of $1,250,000 applies.

 

c. Tranche 2.3: $5,000,000 due before September 15, 2023. If previous payments aren’t made by their respective deadlines, cumulative break fees could sum up to $2,250,000.

 

Tranche 3: Initially, $66,000,000 was due by March 6, 2023. Under revised Tranche 3.1, the revised amount is $73,500,000, to be paid before November 30, 2023. The break fee is capped at $3,500,000. The payments are divided among Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($28,500,000), Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($39,000,000), and Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($6,000,000).

 

Tranche 4: $14,000,000 due by January 31, 2024. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($6,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($5,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).

 

Tranche 5: $20,000,000, due by April 15, 2024, after Year End 2023 audited financials are completed by March 15, 2024. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($15,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($2,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).

 

Tranche 6: $21,000,000, due by April 15, 2025, post completion of Year End 2024 audited financials by March 15, 2025. The break fee is not applicable provided the entirety of Tranche 3.1 is received by November 30, 2023. The payments are divided among Gerab National Enterprise LLC ($15,000,000), Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan ($3,000,000), and Quality International Co Ltd FZC ($3,000,000).

 

On August 4, 2023, the Board of Directors of our subsidiary Quality Industrial Corp, approved a change in fiscal year end of the Company from December 31 to June 30. The Board’s decision to change the fiscal year end was related to the Company’s intent to uplist to NYSE American and to allow investors to accurately measure revenue and earnings year-over-year.

 

On August 25, 2023, the Company’s subsidiary QIND issued 6,410,971 shares to Artelliq Software Trading of our QIND’s common stock for $2,000,000 pursuant to a share purchase and buy back agreement signed on August 21, 2023. The $2,000,000 was paid to Quality International as tranche payment 2.2 of the amended purchase agreement QIND signed on July 31, 2023.  QIND entered into the buy-back agreement with Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. (“ILUS”), the parent company of Quality Industrial Corp., Quality International, Mr. Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan, as Guarantors. QIND shall immediately buy back all Subscription Shares from Artelliq for the amount of USD 2,398,693, payable prior to the first anniversary of the Subscription Buy-Back Agreement, Furthermore, QIND has committed to pay Artelliq monthly installments of USD 33,333.33 throughout the duration of the Subscription Buy-Back Agreement payable monthly, on the last working day of each month.

 

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On August 29, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $100,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on August 29, 2025.

 

On September 5, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $450,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on September 5, 2025.

 

On September 6, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Kyle Edward Comerford to sell 5,555,556 for a purchase price of $50,000.

 

On September 7, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Cameron Canzellarini to sell 10,000,000 for a purchase price of $100,000.

 

On September 7, 2023, the company entered into convertible Note with Richard Astrom, for the amount of $27,500. The note is convertible into common stock at variable conversion price and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on March 6, 2024. The Note cannot be converted until 3 months from the date of issue of Note.

 

On September 09, 2023, we issued 10,000,000 shares of common stock to Cameron Canzellarini for a stock purchase agreement for an aggregate price of $100,000.

 

On September 11, 2023, we issued 625,000 shares of common stock as commitment shares to Richard Astrom with a fair market value of $0.02 per shares for an aggregate price of $12,500.

 

On September 18, 2023, we issued 5,000,000 shares of common stock to Kirt Weidner for a stock purchase agreement for an aggregate price of $50,000.

 

On September 21, we issued 6,000,000 shares of common stock to Kaleb Ryan for a stock purchase agreement for the aggregate price of $60,000.

 

On September 28, we issued 10,526,316 shares of common stock to Kevin Van Hoesen for a stock purchase agreement for the aggregate price of $100,000.

 

On October 13, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Lovejit Singh to sell 5,000,000 shares of common stock for a purchase price of $50,000.

 

On October 19, 2023, we issued 2,118,644 shares of common stock as compensation to 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $25,000.

 

On October 20, 2023, we issued 4,555,555 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $40,000.

 

On October 20, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $89,250.00 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable any time after 180 days following the date of note till maturity date and shall bears 9% interest rate per annum. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate equal to variable conversion price as defined, shall mean 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on July 30, 2024

 

F-41

 

 

On October 23, 2023, we issued 3,092,784 shares of common stock as compensation to 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On October 25, 2023, we issued 9,538,461 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On November 6, 2023, the company entered into a share purchase agreement with Kevin Van Hoesen to sell 16,666,667 shares of common stock for a purchase price of $100,000.

 

On November 07, 2023, we issued 9,538,461 shares of common stock as compensation to Jefferson Street Capital LLC. For partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $30,000.

 

On November 7, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with RB Capital Partners Inc., for the amount of $200,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of $0.50 and bears a 5% interest per annum. The note matures on November 7, 2025.

 

On November 15, 2023, we issued 21,926,875 shares of common stock as compensation to RB Capital Partners LLC for partial conversion of a convertible note for an aggregate price of $86,069.

 

On November 21, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Twn Brooks Inc., for the amount of $20,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 21, 2024.

 

On November 21, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Carizzo LLC, for the amount of $20,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 21, 2024.

 

On November 29, 2023, the company entered into a convertible note with Twn Brooks Inc., for the amount of $25,000. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate of 65% of the lowest trading price 10 days prior to conversion and bears a 9% interest per annum. The note matures on May 29, 2024.

 

On December 1, 2023, ILUS entered into a note payable of $118,367 with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC. Repayable any time after 180 days following the date of note till maturity date and shall bears 13% interest rate per annum. The note is convertible into common stock at the rate equal to variable conversion price as defined, shall mean 65% of lowest trading price during previous ten days. The note matures on August 30, 2024

 

Note 22 Business combination disclosure*:

 

*In Accordance with ASC 805-10-50, ASC 805-30-50 and ASC 805-10-25-7

 

On June 28, 2022, QIND (a major subsidiary of ILUS) signed binding LOI to acquire 51% of the shares of Quality International Co Ltd FZC, a United Arab Emirates headquartered company (“Quality International”), from the shareholders of Quality International. Quality International is a revenue generating company that manufactures custom solutions for the Oil and Gas, Energy, Water Desalination, Wastewater, Offshore and Public Safety sectors.

 

F-42

 

 

It was determined that the Company acquired a majority of Quality International, effective as of June 28, 2022, resulting in Quality International becoming a subsidiary, in a transaction accounted for as a business combination. Pursuant to ASC 805-10-25-7, the Company determined that the acquisition date preceded the closing date. The Current Management of Quality International Co Ltd FZC will continue to operate, but QIND as per June 28, 2022, has held the ability to make decisions about the operations and financing of the acquired entity without impediment.

 

On January 18, 2023, at the time of entering into a definitive Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with the shareholders of Quality International, the acquisition was increased by 1% over the binding LOI, making it 52% of the shares of Quality International Co Ltd FZC.

 

On July 31, 2023, the parties to the Purchase Agreement entered into an amendment to the Purchase Agreement to revise the payment schedule for the Purchase Price for the Shares. The agreement has been filed with this registration statement.

 

The acquired business contributed revenues of $60,943,668 and earnings of $ 3,448,544 to ILUS International for the period ended December 31, 2022. The following unaudited pro forma summary presents consolidated information of ILUS International as if the business combination had occurred on January 1, 2021 [ASC 805-10-50-2(h)(3)].

 

Particulars ( Figures in USD)  Pro forma year ended
 December 31,
2022
   Pro forma year ended
 December 31,
2021
 
Revenue   78,344,131    72,207,543 
Earnings   4,559,375    17,429,020 

 

ILUS did not have any material, nonrecurring pro forma adjustments directly attributable to the business combination included in the reported pro forma revenue and earnings.

 

In 2022, QIND (ILUS’ majority owned Subsidiary) incurred $13,000 as acquisition-related costs in the form of due diligence fees. These expenses are included in general and administrative expenses on ILUS’ consolidated income statement for the year ended December 31, 2022, and are reflected in pro forma earnings for the year ended December 31, 2021, in the table above.

 

In accordance with ASC 805-30-50-1 (b) and ASC 80-20-50-1(c), the following table summarizes the consideration transferred to acquire Quality International and the amounts of identified assets acquired, and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date, as well as the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Quality International at the acquisition date:

 

Fair value of Consideration:

 

Cash $82,000,000

Contingent consideration $55,000,000

Total $137,000,000

 

Contingent consideration amounting to $55million is subject to achievement of financial milestones presented in a schedule of payments set forth in the Purchase Agreement. The tranches will be payable over a period of 2 years until the audited financials for the year ended December 31, 2024.

 

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Below is a table displaying the range of potential outcomes for the contingent consideration:

 

Contingent Consideration   Amount  
25%   $ 13,750,000  
50%   $ 27,500,000  
75%   $ 41,250,000  
100%   $ 55,000,000  

 

Recognized amounts of identifiable assets acquired, and liabilities assumed:

 

Cash and cash equivalents  $1,309,429 
Trade receivables   33,175,606 
Inventories  $1,202,674 
Receivables  $2,800,611 
Deposits  $1,503,279 
Advances and related party dues  $9,503,902 
Work in Progress  $57,433,535 
Property, plant, and equipment  $1,365,585 
Leasehold Improvements & Buildings  $17,390,067 
Furniture & Fixtures  $156,370 
Right of use assets   11,906,654 
Capital WIP   1,884,569 
Trade and other payables   (62,347,884)
Borrowings   (28,028,680)
Total identifiable net assets  $49,255,717 
Goodwill  $56,387,027 

 

The total Net Assets of Quality International were $49,255,718 on December 31, 2022, of which 52% was acquired amounting to $25,612,973. The remaining $56,387,027 of the total purchase price of $82,000,000 is part of the Company’s Goodwill (see footnote 6).

 

The above Goodwill represents an intangible asset recognized by the company as a result of business combination as the fair value of consideration transferred exceeds the fair value of the tangible and identifiable intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed. It is a residual amount that represents the future economic benefit arising in a business combination.

 

Following are the qualitative factors that make up the goodwill, however the company’s policy is to the perform impairment teston annual basis at year end.

 

Cost factors, such as increases in raw materials, labor, or other costs that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows and overall financial performance, such as negative or declining cash flows or a decline in actual and planned revenue or earnings compared with actual or projected results of relevant prior periods.

 

F-44

 

 

(b) Exhibits.

 

2.1   Share Purchase Agreement, dated December 13, 2022 *
2.2   Share Purchase Agreement, dated April 13, 2021 *
2.3   Share Purchase Agreement, dated January 1, 2022 *
2.4   Share Purchase Agreement, dated December 23, 2021 *
2.5   Share Purchase Agreement, dated January 26, 2021 *
2.6   Share Purchase Agreement, dated January 26, 2021 *
2.7   Share Purchase Agreement, dated February 15, 2022 *
2.8   Share Purchase Agreement, dated May 10, 2020 *
2.9   Share Purchase Agreement, dated January 18, 2023 *
2.10   Share Purchase Agreement, dated January 27, 2023 *
2.11   Brand Purchase Agreement, dated March 25, 2021 *
2.12   Share Purchase Agreement, dated May 28, 2022 *
2.13   Share Purchase Agreement, dated June 10, 2020 *
2.14   FB Fire Technologies, Dated June 10, 2020 *
2.15   DRCR Consultancy Agreement, dated May 21, 2021*
2.16   Distribution Agreement Hyperion, dated May 9, 2023*
2.17   Shareholder Guarantee for Legacy assets, dated January 18, 2023**
3.1   Articles of Incorporation (incorporated by reference to the Form S-1 Registration Statement filed with the SEC on July 16, 2010) *
3.2   Certificate of Amendment, dated April 25, 2012 *
3.3   Certificate of Amendment, dated February 11, 2013 *
3.4   Certificate of Change, dated February 12, 2013 *
3.5   Certificate of Amendment filed by Custodian, dated April 11, 2016 *
3.6   Certificate of Amendment, dated June 15, 2016 *
3.7   Certificate of Amendment, dated March 21, 2019 *
3.8   Certificate of Amendment, dated April 11, 2019 *
3.9   Certificate of Designation for preferred Classes A, B and C, dated August 5, 2019 *
3.10   Certificate of Amendment, dated February 2, 2021 *
3.11   Certificate of Designation for preferred Classes D, dated February 14, 2020 *
3.12   Certificate of Amendment, dated March 2, 2021 *
3.13   Certificate of Designation for preferred Class E, dated May 28, 2020 *
3.14   Amended Certificate of Designation for Class B, dated August 23, 2021 *
3.15   Certificate of Designation for preferred Class F, dated August 24, 2021 *
3.16   Second Amended Certificate of Designation for Class B, dated August 26, 2021 *
3.17   Amended Certificate of Designation for Class F, dated August 26, 2021 *
3.18   Bylaws (incorporated by reference to the Form S-1 Registration Statement filed with the SEC on July 16, 2010) *
4.1   Convertible Promissory Note, dated January 28, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.2   Convertible Promissory Note, dated February 4, 2022, with Discover Growth Fund, LLC *
4.3   Convertible Promissory Note, dated April 26, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.4   Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 20, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.5   Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 27, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.6   Convertible Promissory Note, dated June 1, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.7   Convertible Promissory Note, dated July 12, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.8   Convertible Promissory Note, dated August 10, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.9   Convertible Promissory Note, dated September 21, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.10   Common Share Purchase Warrant, dated February 22, 2022, to Discover Growth Fund, LLC *

 

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4.11   Convertible Promissory Note, dated August 25, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.12   Convertible Promissory Note, dated November 14, 2022, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.13   Convertible Promissory Note, dated December 2, 2022, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC *
4.14   Convertible Stock Purchase Warrant, dated December 2, 2022, with AJB Capital Investments, LL *
4.15   Convertible Promissory Note, dated January 26, 2023, with Jefferson Street Capital LLC *
4.16   Convertible Stock Purchase Warrant, dated January 26, 2023, with Jefferson Street Capital LLC *
4.17   Amended Convertible Stock Purchase Warrant, dated March 8, 2023, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC *
4.18   Amended Convertible Promissory Note, dated March 8, 2023, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC *
4.19   Convertible Promissory Note, dated April 12, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.20   Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 2, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.21   Addendum Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 2, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc.*
4.22   Forbearance Agreement, dated May 3, 2023, with Discover Growth Fund LLC *
4.23   Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 30, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.24   Convertible Promissory Note, dated May 30, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.25   Convertible Promissory Note, dated April 11, 2023, with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC *
4.26   Convertible Promissory Note, dated April 11, 2023, with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC *
4.27   Amended Stock Purchase Agreement, dated May 12, 2023, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC *
4.28   Amended Stock Purchase Warrant, dated May 12, 2023, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC  *
4.29   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated June 30, 2023, with Exchange Listing LLC *
4.30   Convertible Promissory Note, dated June 21, 2023, with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC *
4.31   Convertible Promissory Note, dated July 3, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.32   Convertible Promissory Note, dated July 26, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.33   Share Subscription and Buy Back Agreement, dated August 21, 2023, with Artelliq Software Trading. *
4.34   Guarantee & Indemnity Agreement dated as of August 21, 2023, by and between Quality Industrial Corp., Ilustrato Pictures International Inc., Quality International Co Ltd FZC, Mr. Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan and Artelliq Software Trading *
4.35   Convertible Promissory Note, dated August 29, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.36   Convertible Promissory Note, dated September 5, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.37   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated September 6, 2023, with Kyle Edward Comerford *
4.38   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated September 7, 2023, with Cameron Canzellarini  *
4.39   Convertible note, dated September 7, 2023, with Richard Astrom  *
4.40   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated September 13, 2023, with Kirt Weidner *
4.41   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated September 18, 2023, with Kaleb Ryan *
4.42   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated September 21, 2023, with Kevin Van Hoesen *
4.43   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated October 3, 2023, with Lovejit Singh *
4.44   Stock Purchase Agreement, dated November 6, 2023, with Kevin Van Hoesen *
4.45   Amended Convertible Promissory Note, dated October 4, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc. *
4.46   Convertible Promissory Note, dated October 20, 2023, with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC *
4.47   Convertible Promissory Note, dated November 7, 2023, with RB Capital Partners Inc.*
4.48   Convertible Promissory Note, dated November 21, 2023, with Twn Brooks Inc.*
4.49   Convertible Promissory Note, dated November 21, 2023, with Carizzo LLC *
4.50   Amended Promissory Note, dated October 12, 2023, with AJB Capital Investments, LLC **
4.51   Convertible Promissory Note, dated November 29, 2023, with Twn Brooks Inc.**
4.52   Convertible Promissory Note, dated December 1, 2023, with 1800 Diagonal Lending LLC **

 

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10.1   Amended Employment Agreement with Nicholas Link, dated January 14, 2021 *
10.2   Amended Employment Agreement with John-Paul Backwell, dated July 1, 2021 *
10.3   Amended Employment Agreement with Louise Bennett, dated February 1, 2021 *
10.4   Amended Employment Agreement with Krishna Moorthy, dated February 2, 2022 *
10.5   Employment Agreement with Carsten Falk, dated June 1, 2022 *
10.6   Lease Agreement with Ass, dated May 17, 2022 *
10.7   Lease Agreement with Bullhead, dated December 22, 2021 *
10.8   Lease Agreement with Firebug, dated May 24, 2022 *
10.9   Lease Agreement with Georgia Fire & Rescue Supply, dated March 17, 2022 *
10.10   Lease Agreement with ILUS, dated July 21, 2022 *
10.11   Lease Agreement with Quality Industrial, dated October 31, 2021 *
10.12   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated June 6, 2022 *
10.13   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 13, 2020 *
10.14   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 13, 2020 *
10.15   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 13, 2020 *
10.16   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 6, 2018 *
10.17   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 6, 2018 *
10.18   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 6, 2018 *
10.19   Lease Agreement with Quality International, dated September 6, 2018 *
14.1   Code of Ethics *
14.2   Insider Trading Policy, dated March 10, 2023 *
21.1   List of Subsidiaries *
23.1   Consent of PIPARA & CO LLP, dated December 13, 2023**
23.2   Auditor’s report Deloitte, Quality International Co. Ltd. FZC **

 

* Filed Previously

** Filed Herewith

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this registration statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc.

 

By: /s/ Nicolas Link  
  Name:  Nicolas Link  
  Title: Chief Executive Officer  
  Date: December 13, 2023  

 

 

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Exhibit 2.17

 

SHAREHOLDER GUARANTEE

 

This Shareholder Guarantee (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of January 18, 2023, by and among:

 

(1) Quality Industrial Corp. a Nevada corporation established under the laws of the State of Nevada with company IRS Employer identification number                     addressed at                                                                                              having John-Paul Backwell as the authorized representative and signatory for and on behalf of the company (hereinafter referred to as “QIND”).

 

(2) Gerab National Enterprises LLC, represented by Mr. Abdullah Sharafi (“Gerab”); and

 

(3) Mr. Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan, an Indian National, holder of passport number                       a resident of United Arab Emirates, residing at                                                                                                                                      (“Ramakrishnan”).

 

(Gerab and Ramakrishnan will be referred to, collectively, as the “Guarantors”).

 

(QIND, Gerab and Ramakrishnan will be collectively referred to as the “Parties” and individually as a “Party”).

 

WHEREAS, the Parties are also parties to a Share Purchase Agreement and the Disclosure Letter of even date herewith, whereby Gerab is selling 39 shares and Ramakrishnan is selling 39 shares in Quality International Co Ltd FZC (the “Company”) to QIND and are entering this Agreement to guarantee that certain amount of the purchase consideration made by QIND under the Share Purchase Agreement will be sufficient and used by Guarantors or the Company (as the case may be, and in accordance with the Share Purchase Agreement) to retire the loan, and thereafter allow the shares to be transferred to QIND or its affiliates following a release of a banking facility that currently holds certain shares of the Company as collateral.

 

WHEREAS, the Guarantors are also guaranteeing that certain amount of the purchase consideration to be paid by QIND and received by the Guarantors or the Company (as the case may be, and in accordance with the Share Purchase Agreement) and be applied towards the settlement of certain loans from the National Bank of Fujairah PJSC and/or the Company Legacy Assets, as that is defined in the Share Purchase Agreement.

 

FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Guarantors agree as follows:

 

1.Guarantee. Guarantors unconditionally and irrevocably guarantee to QIND that:

 

(a)the purchase consideration to be paid by QIND under tranches 2 and 3 of the Share Purchase Agreement provides sufficient funds to fully retire the funded banking facility as of 31 December 2022 with National Bank of Fujairah PJSC.

 

(b)they have obtained a no objection confirmation letter from the National Bank of Fujairah PJSC to the transfer of the Shares (as defined in the no objection confirmation letter) to the new beneficiary corporate shareholder Quality Industrial Corp or its affiliates as per the terms of the Share Purchase Agreement.

 

(c)they have obtained permission from the National Bank of Fujairah PJSC to the partial clearance of the pledge of equity shares without delay following payment of tranche 2 and complete clearance of the pledge of equity shares following payment of Tranche 3 as per the Share Purchase Agreement.

 

(d)that certain amount of the purchase consideration to be paid by QIND and received by the Guarantors not used to pay the aforementioned banking facility is paid directly into the Company and applied towards the settlement of Company Legacy Assets, as that is defined in the Share Purchase Agreement.

 

 

 

2. Indemnification. Furthermore, for good and valuable consideration received, Guarantors hereby agree to save and hold harmless QIND against any and all preexisting or current direct and non-consequential liabilities, claims, actions, suits, demands, obligations, damages, losses, indemnities or complaints (including reasonable expenses and professional fees incident thereto) and including any interest accruing thereon, filed, deposited, claimed, raised or made in relation to the Company and its liabilities and obligations according to the disclosures related to the encumbrances, legal disputes, liens, pledges, financial liability, undisclosed liabilities and other disclosures made in the Share Purchase Agreement from Clause 3 to Clause 6 and other representations and warranties and disclosures made in the Share Purchase Agreement, provided any such claim(s) by the Purchaser under this clause shall have a di minimis amount of USDl00,000 and the same shall be made prior to 31 December, 2024.

 

3. Fees. Each Party shall pay its own costs and expenses incurred in connection with the negotiation, preparation, execution and performance of this Agreement (and any documents referred to in it. In the event of default by Guarantors under this Agreement, Guarantors jointly and severally agree to pay QIND’s reasonable attorneys’ fees if any action is brought to enforce the provisions of this Agreement.

 

4. Governing Law and Jurisdiction. The governing law and jurisdiction set forth in Clause 10.13 of the Share Purchase Agreement will be the governing law and jurisdiction under this Agreement.

 

5. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, the Share Purchase Agreement and the Disclosure Letter of even date herewith, and the documents and papers executed in accordance therewith constitute the entire transaction between the Parties hereto, and there have been no representations, warranties, covenants, or conditions except those specified in such documents and in the documents and papers executed in accordance therewith.

 

6. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be an original, but all of which, when taken together, shall constitute one and the same instrument.

 

7. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall bind and inure to the benefit of the Parties hereto and their respective successors, and assigns, except as otherwise expressly provided herein.

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date set forth above.

 

GUARANTORS:

 

  By: /s/ Abdullah Sharafi
  Name:  Abdullah Sharafi, duly authorized to sign on behalf of Gerab National Enterprises LLC

 

  By : /s/ Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan
  Name:  Saseendran Kodapully Ramakrishnan

 

QUALITY INDUSTRIAL CORP.:

 

  By : /s/ John-Paul Backwell
  Name:  John-Paul Backwell
  Title: Chief Executive Officer

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 4.50

 

FIRST AMENDMENT TO PROMISSORY NOTE

 

This FIRST AMENDMENT TO PROMISSORY NOTE (this “Amendment”), dated as of October 18, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), by and between ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC., a Nevada corporation, with headquarters located at 26 Broadway, Suite 934, New York, New York 10004 (the “Company”), and AJB CAPITAL INVESTMENTS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with its address at 4700 Sheridan Street, Suite J, Hollywood, FL 33021 (the “Buyer”).

 

WHEREAS:

 

A.The Company and the Buyer are parties to that certain 12% Promissory Note of the Company issued in favor of the Buyer, dated December 2, 2022, in the principal amount of US$1,200,000.00 (the “Note”).

 

B.The Company and the Buyer have agreed that the principal amount of the Note will be deemed to be increased by US$250,000.00 (the “Additional Principal Amount”), and to modify the repayment schedule under the Note as set forth herein.

 

C.Section 4.3 of the Note provides that the provisions of the Note may be amended if such amendment is in writing and signed by the Buyer and the Company.

 

D.The Company and the Buyer desire to amend the Note in accordance with the terms of this Amendment.

 

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and the mutual covenants, representations, warranties, conditions, and agreements hereinafter expressed, the Company and the Buyer hereby agree as follows:

 

1.Defined Terms. All capitalized terms used in this Amendment and not otherwise defined shall have the meanings given to such terms in the Note; provided, that:

 

a.the term “Principal” shall be deemed to mean US$1,450,000.00; and

 

b.the term “Maturity Date” shall be deemed to mean May 1, 2024.

 

 

 

 

2.Amendments.

 

a.The second and third sentences of the preamble to the Note shall be replaced in its entirety as follows:

 

“The Borrower shall make regular payments in respect of the Principal pursuant to the following schedule, with the final such payment occurring on the Maturity Date:

 

Date  Payment Amount 
November 1, 2023  $10,000 
December 1, 2023  $10,000 
January 1, 2024  $10,000 
February 1, 2024  $250,000 
March 1, 2024  $250,000 
April 1, 2024  $350,000 
May 1, 2024  $570,000, plus all accrued and unpaid interest 

 

Interest shall accrue on a monthly basis and shall be due and payable on or before the Maturity Date.”

 

For the avoidance of doubt, the Company will not be required to make monthly interest payments under the Note, but such interest will continue to accrue per the terms of the Note.

 

b.Section 3.3 of the Note shall be replaced in its entirety as follows:

 

“The Borrower fails to include each of (i) the 25,000,000 Commitment Fee Shares earned by the Holder on October 18, 2023 (the “Additional Commitment Fee Shares”); (ii) the 42,000,000 Commitment Fee Shares previously earned by the Holder pursuant to the SPA (the “Previous Commitment Fee Shares”); and (iii) the 30,000,000 shares of Common Stock issuable pursuant to that certain common stock purchase warrant of the Borrower issued in favor of the Holder dated December 2, 2022, as amended March 8, 2023 and (the “Warrant Shares”), in the next succeeding registration statement filed by the Company with respect to a public offering of the Company’s securities after October 18, 2023, or, if no such registration statement is filed or if the Company fails to include such shares in such registration statement, then the Buyer fails to file a registration statement including all Additional Commitment Fee Shares, Previous Commitment Fee Shares, and Warrant Shares within ninety (90) days after October 18, 2023 and to cause such registration statement to be declared effective within ninety (90) days after such filing.”

 

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3.Miscellaneous.

 

a.Continuing Indebtedness. The indebtedness evidenced by the Note, including without limitation all amounts of Principal and interest owing thereunder, is continuing indebtedness and nothing herein shall be deemed to constitute a payment, settlement or novation of the existing indebtedness, or to release or otherwise adversely affect any lien or security interest securing such indebtedness or any rights of the Buyer against Company or any guarantor, surety or other party primarily or secondarily liable for such indebtedness. Further, nothing contained in this Amendment, nor the prior or future collection of any sums by Buyer with respect to the indebtedness shall be construed to (a) limit Buyer’s right to receive any and all other sums which may be or become due or payable with respect to the indebtedness, or otherwise, including without limitation, costs of collection, costs of enforcement and late charges; (b) waive any default or Event of Default under the Note, whether or not known to Buyer; or (c) waive, limit, prejudice or otherwise adversely affect any of Buyer’s rights, remedies or powers under the Note, by statute, at law or in equity, all of which rights, remedies and powers are expressly reserved.

 

b.No OID. For the avoidance of doubt, the Additional Principal Amount carries no original issue discount.

 

c.No Further Amendment; No Waiver. Except as expressly amended hereby, the Note is in all respects ratified and confirmed and all the terms, conditions, and provisions thereof shall remain in full force and effect. This Amendment is limited precisely as written and shall not be deemed to be an amendment to any other term or condition of the Note or any other document referred to therein, or to waive any Event of Default existing under the Note. This Amendment shall be deemed to be in full force and effect from and after the execution of this Amendment by the Company and the Buyer, and the Company and the Buyer shall be bound hereby.

 

d.Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original but all of which shall constitute one and the same agreement and shall become effective when counterparts have been signed by each party and delivered to the other party. This Amendment, once executed by a party, may be delivered to the other party hereto by facsimile transmission of a copy of this Amendment bearing the signature of the party so delivering this Amendment.

 

e.Construction; Headings. This Amendment shall be deemed to be jointly drafted by the Company and the Buyer and shall not be construed against any person as the drafter hereof. The headings of this Amendment are for convenience of reference only and shall not form part of, or affect the interpretation of, this Amendment. The language used in this Agreement will be deemed to be the language chosen by the parties to express their mutual intent, and no rules of strict construction will be applied against any party.

 

f.Incorporation of Certain Provisions by Reference. The following provisions of the Note are hereby incorporated into this Amendment by reference mutatis mutandis: Section 4.6 (Governing Law); and Section 4.12 (Severability).

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned Buyer and the Company have caused this Amendment to be duly executed as of the date first above written.

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

 

By: /s/ Nicolas Link  
Name:  Nicolas Link  
Title: Chief Executive Officer  

 

AJB CAPITAL INVESTMENTS LLC

 

By:  
Name:  Ari Blaine  
Title: Manager  

 

 

 

Exhibit 4.51

 

THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS INSTRUMENT HAVE BEEN ACQUIRED FOR INVESTMENT AND NOT WITH A VIEW TO, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE SALE OR DISTRIBUTION THEREOF. NO SUCH SALE OR DISPOSITION MAY BE AFFECTED WITHOUT AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT RELATED THERETO OR AN OPINION OF COUNSEL REASONABLY ACCEPTABLE TO THE COMPANY THAT SUCH REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933.

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.

CONVERTIBLE PROMISSORY NOTE

 

Principal Amount: $27,500.00 USD November 29, 2023
Purchase Price: $25,000.00 USD  

 

WHEREAS on November 29, 2023, Twn Brooks Inc. (the “Holder”) loaned funds totaling, $27,500.00 to Ilustrato Pictures International Inc., a Nevada corporation (the “Company”). Payment for the loan is to be made directly to the company in the form of a Wire Transfer.

 

WHEREAS the Company and Holder further agreed that such loaned funds provided by the Holder to the Company would be evidenced in a convertible note, which convertible note would be convertible into shares of common stock of the Company in accordance with Section 3 below;

 

NOW THEREFORE THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSES that for and in consideration of the mutual premises and the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, the parties covenant and agree each with the other as follows:

 

1. Principal and Interest.

 

1.1 The Company, for value received, hereby promises to pay to the order of the Holder the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand, Five Hundred Dollars ($27,500), which amount represents the amount owed to Holder as of November 29, 2023.

 

1.2 This Convertible Promissory Note (the “Note”) shall bear nine percent (9%) interest per annum. The Note is for a period of 6 months and cannot be converted until (3) months from the date first written above has passed.

 

1.3 This note carries an original issue discount of $2,500.00 (the “OID”) which is included in the principal balance of this note. Thus, the purchase price of this note shall be $25,000 computed as follows: the Principal amount minus the OID.

 

1.4 Upon payment in full of the principal, this Note shall be surrendered to the Company for cancellation.

 

1.5 The principal under this Note shall be payable at the principal office of the Company and shall be forwarded to the address of the Holder hereof as such Holder shall from time to time designate.

 

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2. Attorney’s Fees. If the indebtedness represented by this Note or any part thereof is collected in bankruptcy, receivership or other judicial proceedings or if this Note is placed in the hands of attorneys for collection after default, the Company agrees to pay, in addition to the principal payable hereunder, reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs incurred by the Holder.

 

3. Conversion.

 

3.1 Voluntary Conversion. The Holder shall have the right, exercisable in whole or in part, to convert the outstanding principal into a number of fully paid and non-assessable whole shares of the Company’s $0.001 Par Value common stock (“Common Stock”) determined in accordance with Section 3.2 below.

 

3.2 Conversion Price. The conversion price (the “Conversion Price”) shall equal the Variable Conversion Price (as defined herein) (subject to equitable adjustments by the Borrower relating to the Borrower’s securities, combinations, recapitalization, reclassifications, extraordinary distributions and similar events). The “Variable Conversion Price” shall mean 65% multiplied by the Market Price (as defined herein) (representing a discount rate of 35%). “Market Price” means the lowest Trading Price (as defined below) for the Common Stock during the ten (10) Trading Day period ending on the latest complete Trading Day prior to the Conversion Date. “Trading Price” means, for any security as of any date, the closing bid price on the OTCQB, OTCQX, Pink Sheets electronic quotation system or applicable trading market (the “OTC”) as reported by a reliable reporting service (“Reporting Service”) designated by the Holder (i.e. Bloomberg) or, if the OTC is not the principal trading market for such security, the closing bid price of such security on the principal securities exchange or trading market where such security is listed or traded or, if no closing bid price of such security is available in any of the foregoing manners, the average of the closing bid prices of any market makers for such security that are listed in the “pink sheets”. If the Trading Price cannot be calculated for such security on such date in the manner provided above, the Trading Price shall be the fair market value as mutually determined by the Borrower and the holders of a majority in interest of the Notes being converted for which the calculation of the Trading Price is required in order to determine the Conversion Price of such Notes. “Trading Day” shall mean any day on which the Common Stock is tradable for any period on the OTC, or on the principal securities exchange or other securities market on which the Common Stock is then being traded.

 

3.3 Notice and Conversion Procedures. After receipt of demand for repayment, the Company agrees to give the Holder notice at least five (5) business days prior to the time that the Company repays this Note. If the Holder elects to convert this Note, the Holder shall provide the Company with a written notice of conversion setting forth the amount to be converted. The notice must be delivered to the Company together with this Note. Within ten (10) business days of receipt of such notice, the Company shall deliver to the Holder certificate(s) or evidence of electronic book recording for the Common Stock issuable upon such conversion and, if the entire principal amount was not so converted, a new note representing such balance.

 

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3.4 Other Conversion Provisions.

 

(a) Adjustment of Note Conversion Price. If the Company at any time subdivides (by any stock split, stock dividend, recapitalization or otherwise) its outstanding shares into a greater number of shares, the Conversion Price in effect immediately prior to such subdivision will be proportionately reduced, and if the Company at any time combines (by reverse stock split, recapitalization or otherwise) its outstanding shares into a smaller number of shares, the Conversion Price in effect immediately prior to such combination will be proportionately increased.

     

(b) Common Stock Defined. Whenever reference is made in this Note to the shares of Common Stock, the term “Common Stock” shall mean the Common Stock of the Company authorized as of the date hereof, and any other class of stock ranking on a parity with such Common Stock. Shares issuable upon conversion hereof shall include only shares of Common Stock of the Company.

 

3.5 No Fractional Shares. No fractional shares of Common Stock shall be issued upon conversion of this Note. In lieu of the Company issuing any fractional shares to the Holder upon the conversion of this Note, the Company shall pay to the Holder the amount of outstanding principal hereunder that is not so converted.

 

3.6 Prepayment. At any time prior to the date that an Event of Defaults occurs under this note, the Company shall have the right, exercisable on four (4) Trading days prior written notice to the Holder of the note, to prepay the outstanding Principal Amount and interest then due under this note in accordance with this section 3.6. Any notice of prepayment hereunder (an “Optional Prepayment Notice”) shall be delivered to the holder of the Note at its registered addresses or by email and shall state: (1) that the Company is exercising its right to prepay the Note, and (2) the date of prepayment which shall be four (4) Trading days from the date of the Optional Prepayment Notice (the “Optional Prepayment Date”). Within two (2) Trading Day after the Holder’s receipt of the Optional Prepayment Notice, Holder shall specify in writing payment instructions to the Company. On the Optional Prepayment Date, the Company shall make payment of the amounts designated below to or upon the order of the Holder as specified by the Holder in writing to the Company. If the Company exercises its right to prepay the Note in accordance with this section, the Company shall make payment to the Holder of an amount in cash equal to the sum of : (w) 110% multiplied by the Principal Amount then outstanding plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the Principal Amount to the Optional Prepayment date.

 

4. Representations, Warranties and Covenants of the Company. The Company represents, warrants and covenants with the Holder as follows:

 

(a) Authorization; Enforceability. All corporate action on the part of the Company, its officers, directors and stockholders necessary for the authorization, execution and delivery of this Note and the performance of all obligations of the Company hereunder has been taken, and this Note constitutes a valid and legally binding obligation of the Company, enforceable in accordance with its terms except (i) as limited by applicable bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization, moratorium and other laws of general application affecting enforcement of creditors’ rights generally, and (ii) as limited by laws relating to the availability of specific performance, injunctive relief or other equitable remedies.

 

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(b) Governmental Consents. No consent, approval, qualification, order or authorization of, or filing with, any local, state or federal governmental authority is required on the part of the Company in connection with the Company’s valid execution, delivery or performance of this Note except any notices required to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission under Regulation D of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act”), or such filings as may be required under applicable state securities laws, which, if applicable, will be timely filed within the applicable periods therefor.

 

(c) No Violation. The execution, delivery and performance by the Company of this Note and the consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby will not result in a violation of its Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws, in any material respect of any provision of any mortgage, agreement, instrument or contract to which it is a party or by which it is bound or, to the best of its knowledge, of any federal or state judgment, order, writ, decree, statute, rule or regulation applicable to the Company or be in material conflict with or constitute, with or without the passage of time or giving of notice, either a material default under any such provision or an event that results in the creation of any material lien, charge or encumbrance upon any assets of the Company or the suspension, revocation, impairment, forfeiture or nonrenewal of any material permit, license, authorization or approval applicable to the Company, its business or operations, or any of its assets or properties.

 

5. Representations and Covenants of the Holder. The Company has entered into this Note in reliance upon the following representations and covenants of the Holder:

 

(a) Investment Purpose. This Note and the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the Note are acquired for investment and not with a view to the sale or distribution of any part thereof, and the Holder has no present intention of selling or engaging in any public distribution of the same except pursuant to a registration or exemption.

 

(b) Private Issue. The Holder understands (i) that this Note and the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note are not registered under the 1933 Act or qualified under applicable state securities laws, and (ii) that the Company is relying on an exemption from registration predicated on the representations set forth in this Section 8.

 

(c) Financial Risk. The Holder has such knowledge and experience in financial and business matters as to be capable of evaluating the merits and risks of its investment and has the ability to bear the economic risks of its investment.

  

6. Assignment. Subject to the restrictions on transfer described in Section 8 below, the rights and obligations of the Company and the Holder shall be binding upon and benefit the successors, assigns, heirs, administrators and transferees of the parties.

 

7. Waiver and Amendment. Any provision of this Note may be amended, waived or modified upon the written consent of the Company and the Holder.

 

8. Transfer of This Note or Securities Issuable on Conversion Hereof. With respect to any offer, sale or other disposition of this Note or securities into which this Note may be converted, the Holder will give written notice to the Company prior thereto, describing briefly the manner thereof. Unless the Company reasonably determines that such transfer would violate applicable securities laws, or that such transfer would adversely affect the Company’s ability to account for future transactions to which it is a party as a pooling of interests and notifies the Holder thereof within five (5) business days after receiving notice of the transfer, the Holder may effect such transfer. The Note thus transferred and each certificate representing the securities thus transferred shall bear a legend as to the applicable restrictions on transferability in order to ensure compliance with the 1933 Act, unless in the opinion of counsel for the Company such legend is not required in order to ensure compliance with the 1933 Act. The Company may issue stop transfer instructions to its transfer agent in connection with such restrictions.

 

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9. Notices. Any notice, other communication or payment required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been given upon delivery if personally delivered or fourteen (14) business days after deposit if deposited in the United States mail for mailing by certified mail, postage prepaid. Each of the above addressees may change its address for purposes of this Section by giving to the other addressee notice of such new address in conformance with this Section. Notices are also accepted by email and considered notified within 24 hours of read receipt.

 

10. Governing Law. This Note is being delivered in and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to the conflicts of law provisions thereof.

 

11. Heading; References. All headings used herein are used for convenience only and shall not be used to construe or interpret this Note. Except as otherwise indicated, all references herein to Sections refer to Sections hereof.

 

12. Waiver by the Company. The Company hereby waives demand, notice, presentment, protest and notice of dishonor.

 

13. Delays. No delay by the Holder in exercising any power or right hereunder shall operate as a waiver of any power or right.

 

14. Severability. If one or more provisions of this Note are held to be unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be excluded from this Note and the balance of the Note shall be interpreted as if such provision was so excluded and shall be enforceable in accordance with its terms.

 

15. No Impairment. The Company will not, by any voluntary action, avoid or seek to avoid the observance or performance of any of the terms to be observed or performed hereunder by the Company, but will at all times in good faith assist in the carrying out of all the provisions of this Note and in the taking of all such action as may be necessary or appropriate in order to protect the rights of the Holder of this Note against impairment.

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. has caused this Note to be executed in its corporate name and this Note to be dated, issued and delivered, all on the date first above written.

 

  ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL INC.
     
    /s/ Nicolas Link
Date: November 29, 2023 By: Nicolas Link
  Its: CEO
     
  Twn Brooks Inc.
     
Date: November 29, 2023 By:

 

 

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Exhibit 4.52

 

THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS CERTIFICATE HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES LAWS. THE SECURITIES MAY NOT BE OFFERED FOR SALE, SOLD, TRANSFERRED OR ASSIGNED IN THE ABSENCE OF (A) AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT FOR THE SECURITIES UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR (B) AN OPINION OF COUNSEL (WHICH COUNSEL SHALL BE SELECTED BY THE HOLDER), IN A GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FORM, THAT REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED UNDER SAID ACT.

 

THE ISSUE PRICE OF THIS NOTE IS $118,367.00

THE ORIGINAL ISSUE DISCOUNT IS $13,617.00

 

Principal Amount: $118,367.00 Issue Date: December 1, 2023
Purchase Price: $101,750.00  

 

PROMISSORY NOTE

 

FOR VALUE RECEIVED, ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC., a Nevada corporation (hereinafter called the “Borrower”), hereby promises to pay to the order of 1800 DIAGONAL LENDING LLC, a Virginia limited liability company, or registered assigns (the “Holder”) the sum of $118,367.00 together with any interest as set forth herein, on August 30, 2024 (the “Maturity Date”), and to pay interest on the unpaid principal balance hereof from the date hereof (the “Issue Date”) as set forth herein. This Note may not be prepaid in whole or in part except as otherwise explicitly set forth herein. Any amount of principal or interest on this Note which is not paid when due shall bear interest at the rate of twenty two percent (22%) per annum from the due date thereof until the same is paid (“Default Interest”). All payments due hereunder (to the extent not converted into common stock, $0.001 par value per share (the “Common Stock”) in accordance with the terms hereof) shall be made in lawful money of the United States of America. All payments shall be made at such address as the Holder shall hereafter give to the Borrower by written notice made in accordance with the provisions of this Note. Each capitalized term used herein, and not otherwise defined, shall have the meaning ascribed thereto in that certain Securities Purchase Agreement dated the date hereof, pursuant to which this Note was originally issued (the “Purchase Agreement”).

 

This Note is free from all taxes, liens, claims and encumbrances with respect to the issue thereof and shall not be subject to preemptive rights or other similar rights of shareholders of the Borrower and will not impose personal liability upon the holder thereof.

 

The following terms shall apply to this Note:

 

ARTICLE I. GENERAL TERMS

 

1.1 Interest. A one-time interest charge of thirteen percent (13%) (the “Interest Rate”) shall be applied on the Issuance Date to the Principal ($118,367.00 * thirteen percent (13%) = $15,387.00). Interest hereunder shall be paid as set forth herein to the Holder or its assignee in whose name this Note is registered on the records of the Company regarding registration and transfers of Notes in cash or, in the Event of Default, at the Option of the Holder, converted into share of Common Stock as set forth herein.

 

 

 

 

1.2 Mandatory Monthly Payments. Accrued, unpaid Interest and outstanding principal, subject to adjustment, shall be paid in nine (9) payments each in the amount of $14,861.56 (a total payback to the Holder of $133,754.00). The first payment shall be due December 30, 2023 with eight (8) subsequent payments each month thereafter. The Company shall have a five (5) day grace period with respect to each payment. The Company has right to accelerate payments or prepay in full at any time with no prepayment penalty. All payments shall be made by bank wire transfer to the Holder’s wire instructions, attached hereto as Exhibit A. For the avoidance of doubt, a missed payment shall be considered an Event of Default.

 

1.3 Security. This Note shall not be secured by any collateral or any assets pledged to the Holder

 

ARTICLE II. CERTAIN COVENANTS

 

2.1 Sale of Assets. So long as the Borrower shall have any obligation under this Note, the Borrower shall not, without the Holder’s written consent, sell, lease or otherwise dispose of any significant portion of its assets outside the ordinary course of business. Any consent to the disposition of any assets may be conditioned on a specified use of the proceeds of disposition.

 

ARTICLE III. EVENTS OF DEFAULT

 

This Note shall be deemed in default upon the occurrence of one more of the events set forth in this Article III (each, an “Event of Default”). Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default, Holder, prior to exercising its rights hereunder, shall provide to Borrower written notification via both electronic mail (with confirmation of receipt) and another notification delivery method as set forth in Section 5.2 of this Note that an Event of Default has occurred. After receipt of such notice, Borrower shall have five (5) business days to cure such Default (or such other longer cure period as set forth in this Article III for a particular Event of Default) if such Event of Default is capable of being cured. In the event that an Event of Default is not completely cured during such time period, Holder may exercise his rights hereunder.

 

3.1 Failure to Pay Principal and Interest. The Borrower fails to pay the principal hereof or interest thereon when due on this Note, whether at maturity, upon acceleration or otherwise.

 

3.2 Breach of Covenants. The Borrower breaches any material covenant or other material term or condition contained in this Note and any collateral documents including but not limited to the Purchase Agreement and such breach continues for a period of ten (10) days.

 

3.3 Breach of Representations and Warranties. Any representation or warranty of the Borrower made herein or in any agreement, statement or certificate given in writing pursuant hereto or in connection herewith (including, without limitation, the Purchase Agreement), shall be false or misleading in any material respect when made and the breach of which has (or with the passage of time will have) a material adverse effect on the rights of the Holder with respect to this Note or the Purchase Agreement.

 

3.4 Receiver or Trustee. The Borrower or any subsidiary of the Borrower shall make an assignment for the benefit of creditors, or apply for or consent to the appointment of a receiver or trustee for it or for a substantial part of its property or business, or such a receiver or trustee shall otherwise be appointed.

 

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3.5 Bankruptcy. Bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or liquidation proceedings or other proceedings, voluntary or involuntary, for relief under any bankruptcy law or any law for the relief of debtors shall be instituted by or against the Borrower or any subsidiary of the Borrower.

 

3.6 Delisting of Common Stock. The Borrower shall fail to maintain the listing of the Common Stock on at least one of the OTC (which specifically includes the quotation platforms maintained by the OTC Markets Group) or an equivalent replacement exchange, the Nasdaq National Market, the Nasdaq SmallCap Market, the New York Stock Exchange, or the NYSE American Stock Exchange.

 

3.7 Failure to Comply with the Exchange Act. The Borrower shall fail to comply with the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act; and/or the Borrower shall cease to be subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act.

 

3.8 Liquidation. Any dissolution, liquidation, or winding up of Borrower or any substantial portion of its business.

 

3.9 Cessation of Operations. Any cessation of operations by Borrower or Borrower admits it is otherwise generally unable to pay its debts as such debts become due, provided, however, that any disclosure of the Borrower’s ability to continue as a “going concern” shall not be an admission that the Borrower cannot pay its debts as they become due.

 

3.10 Financial Statement Restatement. The restatement of any financial statements filed by the Borrower with the SEC at any time after 180 days after the Issuance Date for any date or period until this Note is no longer outstanding, if the result of such restatement would, by comparison to the un-restated financial statement, have constituted a material adverse effect on the rights of the Holder with respect to this Note or the Purchase Agreement.

 

3.11 Replacement of Transfer Agent. In the event that the Borrower proposes to replace its transfer agent, the Borrower fails to provide, prior to the effective date of such replacement, a fully executed Irrevocable Transfer Agent Instructions in a form as initially delivered pursuant to the Purchase Agreement (including but not limited to the provision to irrevocably reserve shares of Common Stock in the Reserved Amount) signed by the successor transfer agent to Borrower and the Borrower.

 

3.12 Cross-Default. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Note or the other related or companion documents, a breach or default by the Borrower of any covenant or other term or condition contained in any of the Other Agreements, after the passage of all applicable notice and cure or grace periods, shall, at the option of the Holder, be considered a default under this Note and the Other Agreements, in which event the Holder shall be entitled (but in no event required) to apply all rights and remedies of the Holder under the terms of this Note and the Other Agreements by reason of a default under said Other Agreement or hereunder. “Other Agreements” means, collectively, all agreements and instruments between, among or by: (1) the Borrower, and, or for the benefit of, and (2) the Holder and any affiliate of the Holder, including, without limitation, promissory notes evidencing obligations of the Borrower to the Holder; provided, however, the term “Other Agreements” shall not include the related or companion documents to this Note. Each of the loan transactions will be cross-defaulted with each other loan transaction and with all other existing and future debt of Borrower to the Holder.

 

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Upon the occurrence and during the continuation of any Event of Default, the Note shall become immediately due and payable and the Borrower shall pay to the Holder, in full satisfaction of its obligations hereunder, an amount equal to 150% (“Default Percentage”) times the sum of (w) the then outstanding principal amount of this Note plus (x) accrued and unpaid interest on the unpaid principal amount of this Note to the date of payment (the “Mandatory Prepayment Date”) plus (y) Default Interest, if any, on the amounts referred to in clauses (w) and/or (x) plus (z) any amounts owed to the Holder pursuant to Article IV hereof (the then outstanding principal amount of this Note to the date of payment plus the amounts referred to in clauses (x), (y) and (z) shall collectively be known as the “Default Amount”) and all other amounts payable hereunder shall immediately become due and payable, all without demand, presentment or notice, all of which hereby are expressly waived, together with all costs, including, without limitation, legal fees and expenses, of collection, and the Holder shall be entitled to exercise all other rights and remedies available at law or in equity. Any failure to deliver shares in conversion following a default shall result in a unilateral increase of the Default Percentage to 200%.

 

If the Borrower fails to pay the Default Amount within five (5) business days of written notice that such amount is due and payable, then the Holder shall have the right at any time, to convert the balance owed pursuant to the note including the Default Amount into shares of common stock of the Company as set forth herein.

 

ARTICLE IV. CONVERSION RIGHTS

 

4.1 Conversion Right. At any time following an Event of Default, the Holder shall have the right, to convert all or any part of the outstanding and unpaid amount of this Note into fully paid and non-assessable shares of Common Stock, as such Common Stock exists on the Issue Date, or any shares of capital stock or other securities of the Borrower into which such Common Stock shall hereafter be changed or reclassified at the conversion price determined as provided herein (a “Conversion”); provided, however, that in no event shall the Holder be entitled to convert any portion of this Note in excess of that portion of this Note upon conversion of which the sum of (1) the number of shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by the Holder and its affiliates (other than shares of Common Stock which may be deemed beneficially owned through the ownership of the unconverted portion of the Notes or the unexercised or unconverted portion of any other security of the Borrower subject to a limitation on conversion or exercise analogous to the limitations contained herein) and (2) the number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon the conversion of the portion of this Note with respect to which the determination of this proviso is being made, would result in beneficial ownership by the Holder and its affiliates of more than 4.99% of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. For purposes of the proviso to the immediately preceding sentence, beneficial ownership shall be determined in accordance with Section 13(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Regulations 13D-G thereunder, except as otherwise provided in clause (1) of such proviso. The beneficial ownership limitations on conversion as set forth in the section may NOT be waived by the Holder. The number of shares of Common Stock to be issued upon each conversion of this Note shall be determined by dividing the Conversion Amount (as defined below) by the applicable Conversion Price then in effect on the date specified in the notice of conversion, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit B(the “Notice of Conversion”), delivered to the Borrower by the Holder in accordance with Section 4.4 below; provided that the Notice of Conversion is submitted by facsimile or e-mail (or by other means resulting in, or reasonably expected to result in, notice) to the Borrower before 6:00 p.m., New York, New York time on such conversion date (the “Conversion Date”); however, if the Notice of Conversion is sent after 6:00 p.m., New York, New York time the Conversion Date shall be the next business day. The term “Conversion Amount” means, with respect to any conversion of this Note, the sum of (1) the principal amount of this Note to be converted in such conversion plus (2) at the Holder’s option, accrued and unpaid interest, if any, on such principal amount at the interest rates provided in this Note to the Conversion Date, plus (3) at the Holder’s option, Default Interest, if any, on the amounts referred to in the immediately preceding clauses (1) and/or (2) plus (4) at the Holder’s option, any amounts owed to the Holder pursuant to Sections 4.4 hereof.

 

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4.2 Conversion Price. The conversion price (the “Conversion Price”) shall mean 65% multiplied by the lowest Trading Price for the Common Stock during the ten (10) Trading Days prior to the Conversion Date (representing a discount rate of 35%) (subject to equitable adjustments by the Borrower relating to the Borrower’s securities or the securities of any subsidiary of the Borrower, combinations, recapitalization, reclassifications, extraordinary distributions and similar events). “Trading Price” means, for any security as of any date, the closing bid price on the OTCQB, OTCQX, Pink Sheets electronic quotation system or applicable trading market (the “OTC”) as reported by a reliable reporting service (“Reporting Service”) designated by the Holder (i.e. Bloomberg) or, if the OTC is not the principal trading market for such security, the closing bid price of such security on the principal securities exchange or trading market where such security is listed or traded or, if no closing bid price of such security is available in any of the foregoing manners, the average of the closing bid prices of any market makers for such security that are listed in the “pink sheets”. If the Trading Price cannot be calculated for such security on such date in the manner provided above, the Trading Price shall be the fair market value as mutually determined by the Borrower and the holders of a majority in interest of the Notes being converted for which the calculation of the Trading Price is required in order to determine the Conversion Price of such Notes. “Trading Day” shall mean any day on which the Common Stock is tradable for any period on the OTC, or on the principal securities exchange or other securities market on which the Common Stock is then being traded.

 

4.3 Authorized Shares. The Borrower covenants that during the period that the Note is outstanding, the Borrower will reserve from its authorized and unissued Common Stock a sufficient number of shares, free from preemptive rights, to provide for the issuance of Common Stock upon the full conversion of this Note issued pursuant to the Purchase Agreement. The Borrower is required at all times to have authorized and reserved five times the number of shares that is actually issuable upon full conversion of the Note (based on the Conversion Price of the Note in effect from time to time initially 35,000,000 shares) (the “Reserved Amount”). The Reserved Amount shall be increased from time to time in accordance with the Borrower’s obligations hereunder. The Borrower represents that upon issuance, such shares will be duly and validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable. In addition, if the Borrower shall issue any securities or make any change to its capital structure which would change the number of shares of Common Stock into which the Notes shall be convertible at the then current Conversion Price, the Borrower shall at the same time make proper provision so that thereafter there shall be a sufficient number of shares of Common Stock authorized and reserved, free from preemptive rights, for conversion of the outstanding Note. The Borrower (i) acknowledges that it has irrevocably instructed its transfer agent to issue certificates for the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note, and (ii) agrees that its issuance of this Note shall constitute full authority to its officers and agents who are charged with the duty of executing stock certificates to execute and issue the necessary certificates for shares of Common Stock in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Note.

 

If, at any time the Borrower does not maintain the Reserved Amount it will be considered an Event of Default under this Note.

 

4.4 Method of Conversion.

 

(a) Mechanics of Conversion. As set forth in Section 4.1 hereof, at any time following an Event of Default, the balance due pursuant to this Note may be converted by the Holder in whole or in part at any time from time to time after the Issue Date, by (A) submitting to the Borrower a Notice of Conversion (by facsimile, e-mail or other reasonable means of communication dispatched on the Conversion Date prior to 6:00 p.m., New York, New York time) and (B) subject to Section 4.4(b), surrendering this Note at the principal office of the Borrower (upon payment in full of any amounts owed hereunder). The Holder shall be entitled to deduct $500.00 from the conversion amount in each Notice of Conversion to cover Holder’s deposit fees associated with each Notice of Conversion. Any additional expenses incurred by Holder with respect to the Borrower’s transfer agent, for the issuance of the Common Stock into which this Note is convertible into, shall immediately and automatically be added to the balance of the Note at such time as the expenses are incurred by Holder.

 

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(b) Surrender of Note Upon Conversion. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary set forth herein, upon conversion of this Note in accordance with the terms hereof, the Holder shall not be required to physically surrender this Note to the Borrower unless the entire unpaid principal amount of this Note is so converted. The Holder and the Borrower shall maintain records showing the principal amount so converted and the dates of such conversions or shall use such other method, reasonably satisfactory to the Holder and the Borrower, so as not to require physical surrender of this Note upon each such conversion.

 

(c) Delivery of Common Stock Upon Conversion. Upon receipt by the Borrower from the Holder of a facsimile transmission or e-mail (or other reasonable means of communication) of a Notice of Conversion meeting the requirements for conversion as provided in this Section 4.4, the Borrower shall issue and deliver or cause to be issued and delivered to or upon the order of the Holder certificates for the Common Stock issuable upon such conversion within three (3) business days after such receipt (the “Deadline”) (and, solely in the case of conversion of the entire unpaid principal amount hereof, surrender of this Note) in accordance with the terms hereof and the Purchase Agreement. Upon receipt by the Borrower of a Notice of Conversion, the Holder shall be deemed to be the holder of record of the Common Stock issuable upon such conversion, the outstanding principal amount and the amount of accrued and unpaid interest on this Note shall be reduced to reflect such conversion, and, unless the Borrower defaults on its obligations hereunder, all rights with respect to the portion of this Note being so converted shall forthwith terminate except the right to receive the Common Stock or other securities, cash or other assets, as herein provided, on such conversion. If the Holder shall have given a Notice of Conversion as provided herein, the Borrower’s obligation to issue and deliver the certificates for Common Stock shall be absolute and unconditional, irrespective of the absence of any action by the Holder to enforce the same, any waiver or consent with respect to any provision thereof, the recovery of any judgment against any person or any action to enforce the same, any failure or delay in the enforcement of any other obligation of the Borrower to the holder of record, or any setoff, counterclaim, recoupment, limitation or termination, or any breach or alleged breach by the Holder of any obligation to the Borrower, and irrespective of any other circumstance which might otherwise limit such obligation of the Borrower to the Holder in connection with such conversion.

 

(d) Delivery of Common Stock by Electronic Transfer. In lieu of delivering physical certificates representing the Common Stock issuable upon conversion, provided the Borrower is participating in the Depository Trust Company (“DTC”) Fast Automated Securities Transfer (“FAST”) program, upon request of the Holder and its compliance with the provisions set forth herein, the Borrower shall use its best efforts to cause its transfer agent to electronically transmit the Common Stock issuable upon conversion to the Holder by crediting the account of Holder’s Prime Broker with DTC through its Deposit and Withdrawal at Custodian (“DWAC”) system.

 

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(e) Failure to Deliver Common Stock Prior to Deadline. Without in any way limiting the Holder’s right to pursue other remedies, including actual damages and/or equitable relief, the parties agree that if delivery of the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note is not delivered by the Deadline solely due to action and/or inaction of the Borrower, the Borrower shall pay to the Holder $2,000 per day in cash, for each day beyond the Deadline that the Borrower fails to deliver such Common Stock (the “Fail to Deliver Fee”); provided; however that the Fail to Deliver Fee shall not be due if the failure is a result of a third party (i.e., transfer agent; and not the result of any failure to pay such transfer agent) despite the best efforts of the Borrower to effect delivery of such Common Stock. Such cash amount shall be paid to Holder by the fifth day of the month following the month in which it has accrued or, at the option of the Holder (by written notice to the Borrower by the first day of the month following the month in which it has accrued), shall be added to the principal amount of this Note, in which event interest shall accrue thereon in accordance with the terms of this Note and such additional principal amount shall be convertible into Common Stock in accordance with the terms of this Note. The Borrower agrees that the right to convert is a valuable right to the Holder. The damages resulting from a failure, attempt to frustrate, interference with such conversion right are difficult if not impossible to qualify. Accordingly, the parties acknowledge that the liquidated damages provision contained in this Section 4.4(e) are justified.

 

4.5 Concerning the Shares. The shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note may not be sold or transferred unless: (i) such shares are sold pursuant to an effective registration statement under the Act or (ii) the Borrower or its transfer agent shall have been furnished with an opinion of counsel (which opinion shall be in form, substance and scope customary for opinions of counsel in comparable transactions) to the effect that the shares to be sold or transferred may be sold or transferred pursuant to an exemption from such registration (such as Rule 144 or a successor rule) (“Rule 144”); or (iii) such shares are transferred to an “affiliate” (as defined in Rule 144) of the Borrower who agrees to sell or otherwise transfer the shares only in accordance with this Section 4.5 and who is an Accredited Investor (as defined in the Purchase Agreement).

 

Any restrictive legend on certificates representing shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note shall be removed and the Borrower shall issue to the Holder a new certificate therefore free of any transfer legend if the Borrower or its transfer agent shall have received an opinion of counsel from Holder’s counsel, in form, substance and scope customary for opinions of counsel in comparable transactions, to the effect that (i) a public sale or transfer of such Common Stock may be made without registration under the Act, which opinion shall be accepted by the Company so that the sale or transfer is effected; or (ii) in the case of the Common Stock issuable upon conversion of this Note, such security is registered for sale by the Holder under an effective registration statement filed under the Act; or otherwise may be sold pursuant to an exemption from registration. In the event that the Company does not reasonably accept the opinion of counsel provided by the Holder with respect to the transfer of Securities pursuant to an exemption from registration (such as Rule 144), it will be considered an Event of Default pursuant to this Note.

 

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4.6 Effect of Certain Events.

 

(a) Adjustment Due to Merger, Consolidation, Etc. If, at any time when this Note is issued and outstanding and prior to conversion of all of the Note, there shall be any merger, consolidation, exchange of shares, recapitalization, reorganization, or other similar event, as a result of which shares of Common Stock of the Borrower shall be changed into the same or a different number of shares of another class or classes of stock or securities of the Borrower or another entity, or in case of any sale or conveyance of all or substantially all of the assets of the Borrower other than in connection with a plan of complete liquidation of the Borrower, then the Holder of this Note shall thereafter have the right to receive upon conversion of this Note, upon the basis and upon the terms and conditions specified herein and in lieu of the shares of Common Stock immediately theretofore issuable upon conversion, such stock, securities or assets which the Holder would have been entitled to receive in such transaction had this Note been converted in full immediately prior to such transaction (without regard to any limitations on conversion set forth herein), and in any such case appropriate provisions shall be made with respect to the rights and interests of the Holder of this Note to the end that the provisions hereof (including, without limitation, provisions for adjustment of the Conversion Price and of the number of shares issuable upon conversion of the Note) shall thereafter be applicable, as nearly as may be practicable in relation to any securities or assets thereafter deliverable upon the conversion hereof. The Borrower shall not affect any transaction described in this Section 4.6(a) unless (a) it first gives, to the extent practicable, ten (10) days prior written notice (but in any event at least five (5) days prior written notice) of the record date of the special meeting of shareholders to approve, or if there is no such record date, the consummation of, such merger, consolidation, exchange of shares, recapitalization, reorganization or other similar event or sale of assets (during which time the Holder shall be entitled to convert this Note) and (b) the resulting successor or acquiring entity (if not the Borrower) assumes by written instrument the obligations of this Note. The above provisions shall similarly apply to successive consolidations, mergers, sales, transfers or share exchanges.

 

(b)   Adjustment Due to Distribution. If the Borrower shall declare or make any distribution of its assets (or rights to acquire its assets) to holders of Common Stock as a dividend, stock repurchase, by way of return of capital or otherwise (including any dividend or distribution to the Borrower’s shareholders in cash or shares (or rights to acquire shares) of capital stock of a subsidiary (i.e., a spin-off)) (a “Distribution”), then the Holder of this Note shall be entitled, upon any conversion of this Note after the date of record for determining shareholders entitled to such Distribution, to receive the amount of such assets which would have been payable to the Holder with respect to the shares of Common Stock issuable upon such conversion had such Holder been the holder of such shares of Common Stock on the record date for the determination of shareholders entitled to such Distribution.

 

ARTICLE V. MISCELLANEOUS

 

5.1 Failure or Indulgence Not Waiver. No failure or delay on the part of the Holder in the exercise of any power, right or privilege hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any such power, right or privilege preclude other or further exercise thereof or of any other right, power or privileges. All rights and remedies existing hereunder are cumulative to, and not exclusive of, any rights or remedies otherwise available.

 

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5.2 Notices. All notices, demands, requests, consents, approvals, and other communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing and, unless otherwise specified herein, shall be (i) personally served, (ii) deposited in the mail, registered or certified, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, (iii) delivered by reputable air courier service with charges prepaid, or (iv) transmitted by hand delivery, telegram, or facsimile, addressed as set forth below or to such other address as such party shall have specified most recently by written notice. Any notice or other communication required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be deemed effective (a) upon hand delivery or delivery by facsimile, with accurate confirmation generated by the transmitting facsimile machine, at the address or number designated below (if delivered on a business day during normal business hours where such notice is to be received), or the first business day following such delivery (if delivered other than on a business day during normal business hours where such notice is to be received) or (b) on the second business day following the date of mailing by express courier service, fully prepaid, addressed to such address, or upon actual receipt of such mailing, whichever shall first occur. The addresses for such communications shall be:

 

If to the Borrower, to:

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

26 Broadway, Suite 934
New York, NY 10004

Attn: Nicolas Link, Chief Executive Officer
Email: nick.link@firebuggroup.com

 

If to the Holder:

 

1800 DIAGONAL LENDING LLC

1800 Diagonal Road, Suite 623

Alexandria VA 22314

Attn: Curt Kramer, President

Email: ckramer@sixthstreetlending.com

 

5.3 Amendments. This Note and any provision hereof may only be amended by an instrument in writing signed by the Borrower and the Holder. The term “Note” and all reference thereto, as used throughout this instrument, shall mean this instrument (and the other Notes issued pursuant to the Purchase Agreement) as originally executed, or if later amended or supplemented, then as so amended or supplemented.

 

5.4 Assignability. This Note shall be binding upon the Borrower and its successors and assigns, and shall inure to be the benefit of the Holder and its successors and assigns. Each transferee of this Note must be an “accredited investor” (as defined in Rule 501(a) of the Securities and Exchange Commission). Notwithstanding anything in this Note to the contrary, this Note may be pledged as collateral in connection with a bona fide margin account or other lending arrangement; and may be assigned by the Holder without the consent of the Borrower.

 

5.5 Cost of Collection. If default is made in the payment of this Note, the Borrower shall pay the Holder hereof costs of collection, including reasonable attorneys’ fees.

 

5.6 Governing Law. This Note shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia without regard to principles of conflicts of laws. Any action brought by either party against the other concerning the transactions contemplated by this Note shall be brought only in the Circuit Court of Fairfax County, Virginia or in the Alexandria Division of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. The parties to this Note hereby irrevocably waive any objection to jurisdiction and venue of any action instituted hereunder and shall not assert any defense based on lack of jurisdiction or venue or based upon forum non conveniens. The Borrower and Holder waive trial by jury. The Holder shall be entitled to recover from the Borrower its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. In the event that any provision of this Note or any other agreement delivered in connection herewith is invalid or unenforceable under any applicable statute or rule of law, then such provision shall be deemed inoperative to the extent that it may conflict therewith and shall be deemed modified to conform with such statute or rule of law. Any such provision which may prove invalid or unenforceable under any law shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of any agreement. Each party hereby irrevocably waives personal service of process and consents to process being served in any suit, action or proceeding in connection with this Note, any agreement or any other document delivered in connection with this Note by mailing a copy thereof via registered or certified mail or overnight delivery (with evidence of delivery) to such party at the address in effect for notices to it under this Note and agrees that such service shall constitute good and sufficient service of process and notice thereof. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to limit in any way any right to serve process in any other manner permitted by law.

 

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5.7 Purchase Agreement. By its acceptance of this Note, each party agrees to be bound by the applicable terms of the Purchase Agreement.

 

5.8 Remedies. The Borrower acknowledges that a breach by it of its obligations hereunder will cause irreparable harm to the Holder, by vitiating the intent and purpose of the transaction contemplated hereby. Accordingly, the Borrower acknowledges that the remedy at law for a breach of its obligations under this Note will be inadequate and agrees, in the event of a breach or threatened breach by the Borrower of the provisions of this Note, that the Holder shall be entitled, in addition to all other available remedies at law or in equity, and in addition to the penalties assessable herein, to an injunction or injunctions restraining, preventing or curing any breach of this Note and to enforce specifically the terms and provisions thereof, without the necessity of showing economic loss and without any bond or other security being required.

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Borrower has caused this Note to be signed in its name by its duly authorized officer this on December 1, 2023

 

ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
   
By: /s/ Nicolas Link  
  Nicolas Link  
  Chief Executive Officer  

 

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EXHIBIT A – WIRE INSTRUCTIONS

 

[to be provided via email]

 

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EXHIBIT B – NOTICE OF CONVERSION

 

The undersigned hereby elects to convert $                         principal amount of the Note (defined below) into that number of shares of Common Stock to be issued pursuant to the conversion of the Note (“Common Stock”) as set forth below, of ILUSTRATO PICTURES INTERNATIONAL, INC., a Nevada corporation (the “Borrower”) according to the conditions of the convertible note of the Borrower dated as of December 1, 2023 (the “Note”), as of the date written below. No fee will be charged to the Holder for any conversion, except for transfer taxes, if any.

 

Box Checked as to applicable instructions:

 

The Borrower shall electronically transmit the Common Stock issuable pursuant to this Notice of Conversion to the account of the undersigned or its nominee with DTC through its Deposit Withdrawal Agent Commission system (“DWAC Transfer”).

 

Name of DTC Prime Broker:

Account Number:

 

The undersigned hereby requests that the Borrower issue a certificate or certificates for the number of shares of Common Stock set forth below (which numbers are based on the Holder’s calculation attached hereto) in the name(s) specified immediately below or, if additional space is necessary, on an attachment hereto:

 

Date of conversion:                                
Applicable Conversion Price: $                             
Number of shares of common stock to be issued pursuant to conversion of the Notes:                              
Amount of Principal Balance due remaining under the Note after this conversion:                              

 

1800 DIAGONAL LENDING LLC  
     
By:    
Name:  Curt Kramer  
Title: President  
  Date:                        

 

 

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Exhibit 23.1

 

   

 

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

 

To,

Ilustrato Pictures International Inc. (“ILUS”)

New York, NY

 

We consent to the inclusion of our following reports Dated December 13, 2023, relating to financial statements of Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc. (the “Company”) of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm in this Amendment No. 6 of the Registration Statement of Ilustrato Pictures International, Inc. (the “Company”) on Form 10, as issued for CY 2021 and CY 2022 and the references to our firm in this regard in form 10 so being filed by the company.

 

For, Pipara & Co LLP (6841)

 

 

Place: Ahmedabad, India

Date: December 13, 2023

 

 

 

New York Office:
1270, Ave of Americas,
Rockfeller Center, FL7,
New York – 10020, USA
Corporate Office:
“Pipara Corporate House”

Near Bandhan Bank Ltd.,
Netaji Marg, Law Garden,
Ahmedabad
- 380006
Mumbai Office:
#3, 13th floor, Tradelink,
‘E’ Wing, A - Block, Kamala
Mills, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400013
Delhi Office:
1602, Ambadeep Building,
KG Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001
Contact:
T: +1 (646) 387 - 2034
F: 91 79 40 370376
E: usa@pipara.com
naman@pipara.com

 

 

 

Exhibit 23.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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