AmpliTech Group, Inc 10-K for FY2021
AmpliTech Group, Inc. (AMPG)
About this 10-K
AmpliTech Group, Inc filed this 10-K on March 31, 2022, covering the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 (FY2021).
Headline figures
Fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, as reported in this filing, compared with the same period a year earlier where the filing states it.
- Revenue
- $5.28M
- up 52.6% from $3.46M a year earlier
- Net loss
- $4.76M
- compared with a net loss of $1.03M a year earlier
- Diluted EPS
- -$0.53
- compared with -$0.37 a year earlier
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AMPLITECH GROUP, INC.
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Use of Certain Defined Terms
Except as otherwise indicated by the context, references in this report to “we,” “us,” “our,” “our Company”, or “the Company” are to the combined business of the Company, its subsidiary AmpliTech, Inc. and the Company’s divisions Specialty Microwave, Spectrum Semiconductor Materials and AmpliTech Group MMIC Design Center.
Forward-Looking Statements
This Annual Report on Form 10-K contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). Forward-looking statements discuss matters that are not historical facts. Because they discuss future events or conditions, forward-looking statements may include words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “intend,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “may,” “seek,” “plan,” “might,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “predict,” “project,” “forecast,” “potential,” “continue” negatives thereof or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, are based on various underlying assumptions and current expectations about the future and are not guarantees. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievement to be materially different from the results of operations or plans expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
We cannot predict all the risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, such information should not be regarded as representations that the results or conditions described in such statements or that our objectives and plans will be achieved, and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are found at various places throughout this Annual Report on Form 10-K and include information concerning possible or assumed future results of our operations, including statements about potential acquisition or merger targets; business strategies; future cash flows; financing plans; plans and objectives of management; any other statements regarding future acquisitions, future cash needs, future operations, business plans and future financial results, and any other statements that are not historical facts.
These forward-looking statements represent our intentions, plans, expectations, assumptions and beliefs about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors. Many of those factors are outside of our control and could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by those forward-looking statements. Considering these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the events described in the forward-looking statements might not occur or might occur to a different extent or at a different time than we have described. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of the Annual Report on Form 10-K. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning other matters addressed in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and attributable to us or any person acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained or referred to in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Except to the extent required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, a change in events, conditions, circumstances or assumptions underlying such statements, or otherwise.
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PART I
ITEM 1. BUSINESS
Business Overview
AmpliTech Group Inc. (“AMPG,” “AmpliTech” or the “Company”), incorporated in 2010 in the state of Nevada, is the parent company of AmpliTech, Inc., and the Company’s divisions Specialty Microwave, Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, and AmpliTech Group MMIC Design Center (“AGMDC”).
AmpliTech Inc. designs, engineers and assembles micro-wave component-based amplifiers that meet individual customer specifications. Our products consist of RF amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at multiple frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers (“LNA”), medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the global satellite communications, telecom (5G & IoT), space, defense, and quantum computing markets. We also offer non-recurring engineering services on a project-by-project basis, for a predetermined fixed contractual amount, or on a time plus material basis. We have both domestic and international customers in such industries as aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite.
Specialty Microwave designs and manufactures state-of- the-art precision SATCOM microwave components, RF subsystems and specialized electronic assemblies for the military and commercial markets, flexible and rugged waveguides, wave guide adapters and more.
AGMDC designs, develops and manufactures state-of-the-art signal processing components for satellite and 5G communications networks, defense, space and other commercial applications, allowing the Company to market its products to wider base of customers requiring high technology in smaller packages.
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On November 19, 2021, AMPG entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. (“SSM”), a globally authorized distributor of integrated circuit (IC) packaging and lids for semiconductor device assembly, prototyping, testing, and production requirements founded in 1990 and headquarter in San Jose, CA, pursuant to which AMPG acquired substantially all of the assets of the Company (the Acquisition). The Acquisition was completed on December 15, 2021.
In 2021, the Company opened a monolithic microwave integrated circuits (“MMIC”) chip design center in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMICs are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies, such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMICs carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs.
We purchase a variety of raw materials, primarily consisting of high temperature alloy sheet metal and castings, forgings, pre-plated metals and electrical components from various vendors. The materials used by our operations are generally available from a number of sources and in sufficient quantities to meet current requirements subject to normal lead times. However, recent cost inflation and potential supply chain disruptions resulting from the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic may lead to higher material costs in fiscal 2022. Additionally, we are subject to rules promulgated by the Securities Exchange Commission pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act regarding the use of certain materials (tantalum, tin, gold and tungsten), known as conflict minerals, which are mined from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and adjoining countries. These rules may impose additional costs and may introduce new risks related to our ability to verify the origin of any conflict minerals used in our products.
Our operations are subject to extensive, and frequently changing, federal, state and local environmental laws and substantial related regulation by government agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency. Among other matters, these regulatory authorities impose requirements that regulate the operation, handling, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials; protect the health and safety of workers; and require us to obtain and maintain licenses and permits in connection with our operations. This extensive regulatory framework imposes significant compliance burdens and risks on us. Notwithstanding these burdens, we believe that we are in material compliance with all federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations governing our operations.
There has been no material adverse effect to our consolidated financial statements nor competitive positions as a result of these environmental regulations.
Our mission is to patent our proprietary IP and trade secrets that were used in small volume niche markets and expand our capabilities through strategic partnerships, joint ventures, mergers/acquisitions with key industry leaders in the 5G/6G, quantum computing, and cybersecurity markets. We believe this will enable us to scale up our products and revenue by developing full systems and subsystems with our unique technology as a core component, which we expect will position us as a global leader in these rapidly emerging technology sectors and addresses large volume markets as well, such as cellphone handsets, laptops, server networks, and many other applications that improve everyday quality of life.
The Company’s research and development initiative to expand its product line of low noise amplifiers to include its new 5G and wireless infrastructure products and MMIC designs is progressing significantly. Our combined engineering and manufacturing resources are expected to complement the development of new subsystems for satellite, wireless, and 5G infrastructures, as well as advanced military and commercial markets.
Our Corporate History and Structure
AmpliTech Group Inc. was incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada on December 30, 2010. On August 13, 2012, the Company acquired AmpliTech Inc., by issuing 833,750 shares of the Company’s common stock to the shareholders of AmpliTech Inc. in exchange for 100% of the outstanding shares of AmpliTech Inc. (the “Share Exchange”). After the Share Exchange, the selling shareholders owned 60,000 shares of the outstanding 893,750 shares of Company common stock, resulting in a change in control. Accordingly, the transaction was accounted for as a reverse acquisition in which AmpliTech, Inc. was deemed to be the accounting acquirer, and the operations of the Company were consolidated for accounting purposes. The capital balances have been retroactively adjusted to reflect the reverse acquisition.
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On September 12, 2019, AmpliTech Group Inc. acquired substantially all of the assets of Specialty Microwave Corporation, a privately held company based in Ronkonkoma, NY. The purchase included all inventory, orders, customers, property and equipment, and goodwill. Following the closing of the asset purchase, we hired all eight team members of SMW. In connection with the acquisition, the Company began using the trade name “Specialty Microwave”. The total consideration paid was $1,143,633, consisting of $668,633 in cash and a $475,000 promissory note with an interest rate of 6%. The Company also entered a five-year lease on the property located at 120 Raynor Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY, with an option to buy the property during the first two years of the lease for $1,200,000 and then at fair market value for the remainder of the lease term.
On February 17, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc.’s common stock and warrants commenced trading on NASDAQ under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW,” respectively. A reverse split of the outstanding common stock at a 1-for-20 ratio became effective February 17, 2021, as of 12:01 a.m., Eastern Time. All share amounts have been retroactively re-stated to reflect the reverse split.
On November 19, 2021, AmpliTech Group, Inc. entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with SSM, pursuant to which AmpliTech would acquire substantially all of the assets of SSM. The aggregate purchase price for the acquisition was $10,123,276, subject to certain working capital and other adjustments. $665,200 of the aggregate purchase price was paid by the issuance of 188,442 unregistered shares of AmpliTech common stock at the closing of the acquisition. The Acquisition was completed on December 15, 2021.
The COVID-19 Pandemic
The global health crisis caused by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and its resurgences has and may continue to negatively impact global economic activity, which, despite progress in vaccination efforts, remains uncertain and cannot be predicted with confidence. In addition, variants of COVID-19, including Delta and Omicron, continue to emerge, the impact of which cannot be predicted at this time, and could depend on numerous factors, including vaccination rates among the population, the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines against COVID-19 variants along with the response by governmental bodies and regulators. Given the ongoing and dynamic nature of the circumstances, it is difficult to predict the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business. Many countries around the world have continued to impose quarantines and restrictions on travel and mass gatherings to slow the spread of the virus. Accordingly, our ability to continue to operate our business may also be limited. Such events may result in a period of business, supply and manufacturing disruptions, and in reduced operations, any of which could materially affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. A continuation or worsening of the levels of market disruption and volatility seen in the recent past could have an adverse effect on our ability to access capital, which could in the future negatively affect our liquidity. In addition, a recession or market correction resulting from the spread of COVID-19 could materially affect our business and the value of our common stock. We continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19 on the global economy and on our business operations. Although we expect the vaccinations for COVID-19 will continue to improve conditions, the ultimate impact from COVID-19 on our business operations and financial results will depend on, among other things, the ultimate severity and scope of the pandemic, including the new variants of the virus, the pace at which governmental and private travel restrictions and public concerns about public gatherings will ease, the rate at which historically large increases in unemployment rates will decrease, if at all, and whether, and the speed with which, the economy recovers. We are not able to fully quantify the impact that these factors will have on our business, but developments related to COVID-19 may impact our ability to meet customer demand and thus materially affect financial condition and results of operations in future periods.
Our Products and Services
Our products consist of RF amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers, medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite markets.
We plan to introduce our newest product line of Open Radio Unit For Sub 6GHz deployments in 2022. This new phase array product supports 3.4-4.0 GHz and 2.496-2.69 GHz, with 8 x 4 x 2 = 64 Active Phased Array Elements. It is Digital Beam Forming Compliant With O-RAN/Keysight O-DU. This product uses proprietary technology comprised of existing core LNA products as well as MMICs from our newly launched AGMDC in Texas.
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In connection with the acquisition of the SMW business, we began designing and manufacturing passive microwave components and related subsystems that meet individual customer specifications for both domestic and international customers.
We also offer non-recurring engineering services on a project-by-project basis, for a predetermined fixed contractual amount, or on time plus material basis.
Low Noise Amplifiers
Low Noise Amplifiers, or LNAs, are amplifiers used in receivers of almost every type of communication system (Wi-Fi, radar, satellite, base station, cell phone, radio, etc.) to improve signal strength and increase sensitivity and range of receivers.
Medium Power Amplifiers
Medium Power Amplifiers, or MPAs, provide increased output power and gain in transceiver chains to increase signal power and maintain dynamic range and linearity in radars, base-stations, wireless networks, and almost every communication system.
Satellite Access Point Block Downconverter (BDC)
The Specialty Microwave BDC assembly is used as a test device on Satellite Access Point (SAP) antennas located worldwide. The BDC assembly down converts a Ka band signal, 17.7 GHz to 19.7 GHz, from the LNAs on either polarization of the antenna to between 950 and 2150 MHz using a high and low band block downconverter.
1:2 Tx Protection Switch Panel Subsystem
The Specialty Microwave 1:2 Tx Protection Switch panel is a logic panel used in satellite communications earth stations. The system mechanism operates waveguide and coaxial switches to operator desired positions.
Desktop/Benchtop and Compact Wideband Power Amplifiers
These products are utilized over a frequency range of .1 to 40 GHz used in SATCOM rack mount systems as well as test equipment used in integrators and manufacturers of various communications systems such as cellular base stations, simulators, and point to point wireless radios.
Waveguide to Coaxial Adapters
These adapters are used in all SATCOM and satellite internet gateway systems from S band to K band, or 2GHz to 50 GHz.
Cryogenic Amplifiers
Our line of cryogenic amplifiers is designed to operate at temperatures as low as 4K that offer much lower noise figures than our standard models. Consuming as little DC power as +0.5V DC@8mA, the light weight, compact housings provide excellent performance while generating very little heat. These amplifiers are very useful for applications that require the absolute minimum amounts of noise injection for the growing market of low temperature applications, such as quantum computing, medical applications, RF imaging, research & development, space communications, accelerators, radiometry and telephony.
Cryogenic and Non-Cryogenic 4g/5g Small Cell Subsystems
These products are utilized in private and public high-speed networks and airline WI-FI systems.
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IC Packaging
IC packaging is the case or enclosure that contains the semiconductor device, protecting it from corrosion or physical damage. The IC packaging also supports the electrical contacts, which connect the semiconductor device to a circuit board. IC packaging often gets sealed with lids, which creates an airtight seal to prevent contaminants, particles, liquids, or gases from entering the packaging to ensure the proper operation of the device. The Company offers multiple IC packaging and lids product lines according to desired product specifications, device performance, dimensions, resistances, and tolerances.
Our Technology
Our products are supported by hybrid design topologies that create highly linear Radio Frequency (“RF”) products that amplify and transform signals with minimal addition of noise, achieving high Signal to Noise Ratio (“SNR”) and increased receiver sensitivity and range, at a low cost and low power consumption. Our hybrid design topologies include:
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We believe the discrete topology that we utilize provides various advantages:
| · | Can easily optimize Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) and Noise Figure |
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| · | Flexibility of design; can easily adapt to change of specs, technology, etc. |
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| · | Specially selected components with specific parameters that yield proprietary results due to use in a particular configuration |
Research and Development
To date, our research and development activities have primarily been conducted on new product designs to the extent as requested by the customers. The cost of our research and development activities is incorporated into the unit selling prices and, as such, is borne directly by the customers. In addition to the research and development for our customers, we invest in research and development for new products on emerging technologies such as 5G/6G, cybersecurity, MMICs, IoT and wireless products for the future. Research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were $1,833,399 and $61,953, respectively.
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Industry and Competition
Market Overview
We operate our business in the industry of high-power Radio Frequency (“RF”) semiconductor. We believe that the RF semiconductor industry has the following features:
High demand for complex, next-generation Wireless signal processing applications.
| · | Mass adoption of Internet and Web-based applications, and other high-band width applications |
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| · | Emergence of 5G/6G, WI-FI 6e, satellite and advanced wireless network infrastructure rollouts |
Growing opportunity for advanced RF subsystems, modules and components.
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| · | Combining analog/digital signal processing capabilities into more highly integrated solutions |
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| · | Convergence of computing, communications, and consumer electronics with state-of-the-art signal processing capability with less power consumption |
Complements OEM design, and manufacturing capabilities.
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Current and Future Target Markets.
| · | High speed terrestrial and satellite terminals (SATCOM, “Internet in the Sky”) |
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| · | 5G/Wi-Fi6E and 6G wireless infrastructure (Cellular Base Stations, Small Cells, Private Wi-Fi Networks) |
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| · | Cloud farms, big data and MEC architecture |
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| · | Quantum supercomputers/Quantum research |
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| · | Deep space astronomy |
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| · | Telemedicine, AR/VR (Augmented and Virtual Reality) |
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| · | Drones, UAVs (Unmanned aerial vehicles) |
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Competition
We face competition in the amplifier industry from many established players. Some of our competitors have longer operating histories and significantly greater financial, research and development, marketing and other resources than us. As a result, some of these competitors are able to devote greater resources to the development, promotion, sale and support of their products. These competitors may also have the ability to provide discounted pricing on their products to gain market share. In addition, consolidation in the amplifier industry could intensify the competitive pressures that we face. Many of our existing and potential competitors may be better positioned than we are to acquire other companies, technologies or products. We compete on the basis of technology, cost, and design flexibility.
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Our ability to compete successfully depends on numerous factors, including our ability to:
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We cannot assure you that our solutions will compete favorably or that we will be successful in the face of increasing competition from new products and enhancements introduced by our existing competitors or new companies entering our market. In addition, we cannot assure you that our competitors do not have or will not develop processes or product designs that currently or in the future will enable them to produce competitive products at lower costs than ours.
Our Strategy
Our objective is to become a premier designer, manufacturer and distributor of high quality and state-of-the-art cryogenic microwave amplifiers, RF designs and applications for Wireless Networks and the future of Wireless Communication with true 5G performance of or close to 1Gbs per second. Key elements of our strategy include the following:
| · | Reorganization to have our shares traded on a national exchange to improve access to capital resources and a much broader customer base with higher volumes, as well as better access to large OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) |
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| · | Commercializing of existing core technology into specific high-volume technology sectors and obtaining patent on such technology |
Manufacturing and Distribution
Our manufacturing facilities are located at our corporate office in Bohemia, New York, and in Ronkonkoma, New York. Our distribution center is located in San Jose, California. Our manufacturing process in Bohemia involves the assembly of numerous individual components and precise fine-tuning by production technicians. Effective April 1, 2022, we are consolidating both of our manufacturing facilities into one at the Hauppauge Industrial Park in Hauppauge, NY. The Hauppauge Industrial Park is the second largest industrial park in the nation after California’s Silicon Valley. Our new manufacturing facility more than triples our capacity and still has room for expansion. With our already established supply chain, internal capacity and local contract manufacturing sources, we expect to have sufficient capacity to process small and large size orders (thousand + units per month).
The Company expects to scale up SSM’s operations by starting new offerings of RF microwave packages to its customer base and new customers.
We rely on our sales representatives to channel our products throughout the Americas as well as to countries in Europe, the Middle East and South Asia. The Company is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B certified for the Distribution of Semiconductor Materials for the Assembly Phase of Integrated Circuit Manufacturing, as well as in compliance with the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (“CMRT”), the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (“RoHS”) and Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (“REACH”) directives, as well as registered with the U.S. Government’s System for Award Management (“SAM”).
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Suppliers
Our material consists of purchased component parts used in our assembly process. The following table describes supplier concentration based upon the percentage of materials purchased from each supplier for 2021:
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Marketing
We employ an aggressive and focused approach to market our products, at various venues including trade shows, strategic alliances, websites and trade magazines. We target specific types of customers such as system integrators, defense contractors, cellular and wireless service providers but it should be noted that we are also focused on expanding our customer base to include users of consumer applications and products. In addition, during the COVID pandemic, we have increased our online and print ads as well as held virtual meetings and conferences.
In February 2018, the Company entered into an advisory agreement with Sunbiz Holding Corp to promote market awareness in Asia and the Middle East. The advisory agreement has been extended for additional two years.
Trade Shows
We attend trade shows such as MTTS (Microwave Theory and Techniques Show), IMS (International Microwave Symposium), EDIC (Electronic Design Innovation Conference) European Microwave Symposium, SATCON, MILCOM and the American Institute of Physics Exhibit (APS). We also sponsor some trade shows to gain recognition and presence.
Strategic Alliances
We explore opportunities with global OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) by seeking out strategic alliances that improve sales and presence in the marketplace and expand our product line and capabilities, thereby broadening our customer base. Two such companies are Orban Microwave and MPT Corp. The two companies have expertise in the planar phased array and GPS antennas as well as the ability to design and manufacture subsystems incorporating our low noise amplifiers and other products.
Website
We maintain a dynamic website to capture more business via worldwide customer searches for our products on the internet. Our website is available at www.amplitechinc.com.
Trade Magazines
We advertise our products in Microwave Product Digest and Microwave Journal.
Customers
We serve a diverse customer base located primarily in the United States, Europe and South Asia, in the aerospace, governmental defense, commercial satellite and wireless industries. Some of our customers include Viasat, L3 Harris Technologies, Raytheon, Mercury Systems, Cett Technology and Universal Enterprise. As of December 31, 2021, there were two customers that each accounted for more than 10% of our total revenue. We have both direct and indirect relationships with these customers domestically and abroad via exclusive and non-exclusive sales representatives and through our distributor.
Government Regulation
We are subject to the local, state and national laws and regulations of the jurisdictions where we operate that affect companies generally, including laws and regulations around commerce, intellectual property, trade, environmental, health and safety, commerce and contracts, privacy and communications, consumer protection, web services, tax, and state corporate laws and securities laws; and specifically those conducting business of electronics, many of which are still evolving and could be interpreted in ways that could harm our business. Existing and future laws and regulations may impede our growth. These regulations and laws may change over time. Unfavorable regulations and laws could diminish the demand for our products and services and increase our cost of doing business.
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Intellectual Property
We regard domain names, tradename, customer relationships, trade secrets, proprietary technologies and similar intellectual property important to our success.
We rely on contractual restrictions to protect our proprietary rights in products and services. It is our policy to enter into confidentiality and invention assignment agreements with our employees and contractors as well as nondisclosure agreements with our suppliers and strategic partners to limit access to and disclosure of our proprietary information. We cannot assure you that these contractual arrangements or the other steps taken by us to protect our intellectual property will prove enough to prevent misappropriation of our technology or to deter independent third-party development of similar technologies. We plan to use the information obtained from the IP story to file additional patents relating to our intellectual property and trade secrets.
Employees
As of March 28, 2022, we have thirty-four (34) full time and six (6) part-time employees From time to time, we may hire additional workers on a contract basis as the need arises.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
RISK FACTORS
An investment in our securities involves a high degree of risk. You should consider carefully all of the risks described below, together with the other information contained in this report, including the financial statements, before making a decision to invest in our common stock. If any of the following events occur, our business, financial condition and operating results may be materially and adversely affected. In that event, the trading price of our securities could decline, and you could lose all or part of your investment. The risk factors described below are not necessarily exhaustive and you are encouraged to perform your own investigation with respect to us and our business.
Risks Relating to our Business
Our revenue, earnings, margins and other operating results have fluctuated significantly in the past and may fluctuate significantly in the future. If demand for our products fluctuates, as a result of economic conditions or for other reasons, our revenue and profitability could be impacted. Our future operating results will depend on many factors affecting our new market segments, including the following, many of which are out of our control: the continued market acceptance of our current and new products for 5G, cryogenic quantum computing, internet of things (IoT) and MMICs. Although hard to predict under the current global environment, we believe our core LNA product line, as well as Spectrum Semiconductor Material product lines will continue to be in demand and generate top line and cash flow to sustain ongoing activities without the need of additional funding for fiscal year 2022.
Our business, results of operations and financial condition may be adversely impacted by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The global health crisis caused by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and its resurgences has and may continue to negatively impact global economic activity, which, despite progress in vaccination efforts, remains uncertain and cannot be predicted with confidence. In addition, variants of COVID-19, including Delta and Omicron, continue to emerge, the impact of which cannot be predicted at this time, and could depend on numerous factors, including vaccination rates among the population, the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines against COVID-19 variants along with the response by governmental bodies and regulators. Given the ongoing and dynamic nature of the circumstances, it is difficult to predict the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business. Many countries around the world have continued to impose quarantines and restrictions on travel and mass gatherings to slow the spread of the virus. Accordingly, our ability to continue to operate our business may also be limited. Such events may result in a period of business, supply and manufacturing disruptions, and in reduced operations, any of which could materially affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. A continuation or worsening of the levels of market disruption and volatility seen in the recent past could have an adverse effect on our ability to access capital, which could in the future negatively affect our liquidity. In addition, a recession or market correction resulting from the spread of COVID-19 could materially affect our business and the value of our common stock. We continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19 on the global economy and on our business operations. Although we expect the vaccinations for COVID-19 will continue to improve conditions, the ultimate impact from COVID-19 on our business operations and financial results will depend on, among other things, the ultimate severity and scope of the pandemic, including the new variants of the virus, the pace at which governmental and private travel restrictions and public concerns about public gatherings will ease, the rate at which historically large increases in unemployment rates will decrease, if at all, and whether, and the speed with which, the economy recovers. . We are not able to fully quantify the impact that these factors will have on our business, but developments related to COVID-19 may impact our ability to meet customer demand and thus materially affect financial condition and results of operations in future periods.
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The Company is dependent on the global supply chain and has experienced supply chain constraints, as well as increased costs on components and shipping resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Company has experienced supply chain constraints resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, which has slowed down production and will negatively impact the timing of deploying ASRs (Available Supply Rate) to our clients. These supply constraints include, but are not limited to, semiconductor shortages as well as shortages of certain commodities. Extended lead times on certain parts as well as a lack of immediate availability may delay our ability to deploy ASRs, and consequently, may delay our ability to recognize revenue. In addition, the Company has also faced increased costs of components and freight resulting from COVID-19. Further, current or future governmental policies may increase the risk of inflation, which could further increase the costs of raw materials and components for our business. Similarly, if costs of goods continue to increase, our suppliers may seek price increases from us. If we are unable to mitigate the impact of supply chain constraints and inflationary pressure through price increases or other measures, our results of operations and financial condition could be negatively impacted. Even if we are able to raise the prices of our products, consumers might react negatively to such price increases, which could have a material adverse effect on, among other things, our brand, reputation, and sales. If our competitors substantially lower their prices, we may lose customers and mark down prices. Our profitability may be impacted by lower prices, which may negatively impact gross margins. Even though we are working to alleviate supply chain constraints through various measures, we are unable to predict the impact of these constraints on the timing of revenue and operating costs of our business in the near future. Raw material supply shortages and supply chain constraints, including cost inflation, have impacted and could continue to negatively impact our ability to meet increased demand, which in turn could impact our net sales revenues and market share. The increased cost of components and freight as well as ongoing delays in production are likely to have an impact on sales and profitability throughout 2022 as well as 2023.
Our market is very competitive. If we fail to compete successfully, our business and operating results will suffer. We face significant competition in the amplifier industry from both established and emerging players such as Locus Microwave, Lucix, Cernex, Erzia, HEICO and L-3 Harris Technologies. Some of our competitors have longer operating histories and significantly greater financial, research and development, marketing and other resources than us. As a result, some of these competitors are able to devote greater resources to the development, promotion, sale and support of their products. These competitors may also have the ability to provide discounted pricing on their products to gain market share. In addition, consolidation in the amplifier industry could intensify the competitive pressures that we face. Many of our existing and potential competitors may be better positioned than we are to acquire other companies, technologies or products.
Some of our customers may also maintain diverse supplier bases to enhance competition and maintain multiple providers of amplifier products. Our ability to increase order sizes from these customers and maintain or increase our market share would be constrained by these policies. In addition, any decline in quality or availability of our products or any increase in the number of suppliers that such a customer uses may decrease demand for our products and adversely affect our operating results, business and prospects.
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Our ability to compete successfully depends on numerous factors, including our ability to:
| · | maintain and increase our market share and the strength of our brand in amplifiers; |
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| · | maintain and expand our relationships with channel partners; |
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| · | secure products in large volume in a cost-effective and timely manner from our suppliers; |
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| · | develop innovative, differentiated, high-performance products relative to our competitors’ solutions; and |
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| · | protect our intellectual property. |
We cannot assure you that our solutions will compete favorably or that we will be successful in the face of increasing competition from new products and enhancements introduced by our existing competitors or new companies entering our market. In addition, we cannot assure you that our competitors do not have or will not develop processes or product designs that currently or in the future will enable them to produce competitive products at lower costs than ours. Any failure to compete successfully would materially adversely affect our business, prospects, operating results and financial condition
Global economic uncertainty and financial market volatility caused by political instability, changes in international trade relationships and conflicts, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, could make it more difficult for us to access financing and could adversely affect our business and operations. Our abilities to raise capital and operate our business are subject to the risk of adverse changes in the market value of our securities. Periods of macroeconomic weakness or recession and heightened market volatility caused by adverse geopolitical developments could increase these risks, potentially resulting in adverse impacts on our ability to raise further capital on favorable terms. The impact of geopolitical tension, such as a deterioration in the bilateral relationship between the US and China or an escalation in conflict between Russia and Ukraine, including any resulting sanctions, export controls or other restrictive actions that may be imposed by the US and/or other countries against governmental or other entities in, for example, Russia, also could lead to disruption, instability and volatility in global trade patterns, which may in turn impact our ability to source necessary reagents, raw materials and other inputs for our operations.
Economic conditions may adversely impact our business, operating results and financial condition. Economic conditions, market and political instability, changes in trade agreements and conflicts, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, could adversely affect global markets and transactions and may adversely affect our customers and suppliers. Any adverse financial or economic impact to our customers may impact their ability to pay timely or result in their inability to pay. It may also impact their ability to fund future purchases or increase the sales cycles which could lead to a reduction in revenue and accounts receivable. Our suppliers may increase their prices or may be unable to supply needed raw materials on a timely basis which could result in our inability to meet customers’ demand or affect our gross margins. Our suppliers may also impose more stringent payment terms on us. The timing and nature of any recovery from the effects of adverse economic conditions or market and political instability on credit and financial markets is uncertain, and there can be no assurance that market conditions will improve in the near future or that our results will not be materially and adversely affected.
Changes in our product mix could cause our overall gross margin to decline, which may adversely affect our operating results and financial condition. Our gross margin is dependent on product mix. A shift in sales mix away from our higher margin products could adversely affect our gross margins, and there can be no assurance that we will be able to maintain our historical gross margins. In addition, as our product mix becomes more customer specific and diversified, our cost of manufacturing has increased. If revenue from LNAs and customer-specific products continues to grow relative to our other products and services, our company-wide gross margin will likely decline. Additionally, increased competition and the existence of product alternatives, weaker than expected demand and other factors may lead to further price erosion, lower revenue and lower margins for us in the future, adversely affecting our operating results and financial condition.
Our products must meet exacting technical and quality specifications. Defects, errors in or interoperability issues with our products or the failure of our products to operate as expected could affect our reputation, result in significant costs to us and impair our ability to sell our products. Our products may contain defects or errors or not operate as expected, which could materially and adversely affect our reputation, result in significant costs to us and impair our ability to sell our products in the future. Our customers have demanding specifications for quality, performance and reliability that our tag and reader products must meet. Our products are highly technical and designed to be deployed in large and complex systems, networks and other settings under a wide variety of conditions. Customers and end users may discover errors, defects or incompatibilities in our products only after they have been fully deployed. In addition, users of our products may experience compatibility or interoperability issues between our products and their enterprise software systems or networks, or between our products and other amplifying products they use.
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We may also experience quality problems with our products that are combined with or incorporated into products from other vendors, such as tags produced by our inlay manufacturers, or that are assembled by subcontractors. We may have difficulty identifying and correcting the source of problems when third parties are combining, incorporating or assembling our products.
If we are unable to fix errors or other problems, we could experience:
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| · | lost or delayed market acceptance and sales of our products; |
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| · | loss of market share; |
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| · | damage to our brand and reputation; |
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| · | impaired ability to attract new customers or achieve market acceptance; |
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| · | diversion of development resources; |
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| · | increased service and warranty costs; |
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| · | legal actions by our customers; and |
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| · | increased insurance costs. |
We may be required to indemnify our customers against liabilities arising from defects in our products or their solutions which incorporate our products. These liabilities may also include costs incurred by our customers or end users to correct the problems or replace our products.
While we test our products for defects or errors prior to product release, defects or errors are occasionally identified by our customers. Such defects or errors have occurred in the past and may occur in the future. To the extent product failures are material, they could adversely affect our business, operating results, customer relationships, reputation and prospects.
We may face claims of intellectual property infringement, which could be time consuming, costly to defend or settle and result in the loss of significant rights. Our industry is characterized by companies that hold large numbers of patents and other intellectual property rights and which may vigorously pursue, protect and enforce their intellectual property rights. We may in the future be required to license patent and other intellectual property rights to technologies that are important to our business, which may be costly or prohibitively expensive to our business operations. We may also receive assertions against us, our customers or distributor, claiming that we infringe patent or other intellectual property rights. Claims that our products, processes, technology or other aspects of our business infringe third-party intellectual property rights, regardless of their merit or resolution, could be costly to defend or settle and could divert the efforts and attention of our management and technical personnel. If we decline to accept an offer, the offering party may allege that we infringe such patents, which could result in litigation.
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In addition, many of our customer agreements require us to indemnify and defend our customers from third-party infringement claims and pay damages in the case of adverse rulings. Moreover, we may not know whether we are infringing a third party’s rights, due to the large number of patents related to amplifiers or to other systemic factors. For instance, patent applications in the United States are maintained in confidence for up to 18 months after their filing or, in some cases, for the entire time prior to issuance as a patent. Thus, we would not be able to account for such rights before publication. Competitors may also have filed patent applications or received patents and may obtain additional patents and proprietary rights that block or compete with our patents. Claims of this sort could harm our relationships with our customers or distributor and might deter future customers from doing business with us. We do not know whether we will prevail in any such future proceedings given the complex technical issues and inherent uncertainties in intellectual property litigation. If any pending or future proceedings result in an adverse outcome, we could be required to:
| · | cease the manufacture, use or sale of the infringing products, processes or technology; |
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| · | pay substantial damages for infringement; |
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| · | expend significant resources to develop non-infringing products, processes or technology; |
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| · | license technology from the third-party claiming infringement, which license may not be available on commercially reasonable terms, or at all; |
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| · | cross-license our technology to a competitor to resolve an infringement claim, which could weaken our ability to compete with that competitor; or |
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| · | pay substantial damages to our customers or end users to discontinue their use of or to replace infringing technology sold to them with non-infringing technology. |
Any of the foregoing results could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and operating results.
We may incur substantial costs enforcing or acquiring intellectual property rights and defending against third-party claims as a result of litigation or other proceedings. We may incur substantial costs enforcing or acquiring intellectual property rights and defending against third-party claims as a result of litigation or other proceedings. In connection with the enforcement of our own intellectual property rights, the acquisition of third-party intellectual property rights or disputes related to the validity or alleged infringement of third-party intellectual property rights, including patent rights, we may be subject to claims, negotiations or complex, protracted litigation. Intellectual property disputes and litigation may be costly and can be disruptive to our business operations by diverting attention and energies of management and key technical personnel, and by increasing our costs of doing business. If we fail to prevail in any future litigation and disputes, it could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. Third-party intellectual property claims asserted against us could subject us to significant liabilities, require us to enter into royalty and licensing arrangements on unfavorable terms, prevent us from assembling or licensing certain of our products, subject us to injunctions restricting our sale of products, cause severe disruptions to our operations or the marketplaces in which we compete or require us to satisfy indemnification commitments with our customers, including contractual provisions under various license arrangements. In addition, we may incur significant costs in acquiring the necessary third-party intellectual property rights for use in our products. Any of these could seriously harm our business.
If we are unable to obtain patent protection for our products or otherwise protect our intellectual property rights, our business could suffer. Our success depends, in part, on our ability to obtain patent protection for or maintain as trade secrets our proprietary products, technologies and inventions and to maintain the confidentiality of our trade secrets and know‑how, operate without infringing upon the proprietary rights of others and prevent others from infringing upon our business proprietary rights. Despite our efforts to protect our proprietary rights, it is possible that competitors or other unauthorized third parties may obtain, copy, use or disclose our technologies, inventions, processes or improvements. We cannot assure you that any of our existing or future patents or other intellectual property rights will be enforceable, will not be challenged, invalidated or circumvented, or will otherwise provide us with meaningful protection or any competitive advantage. In addition, our pending patent applications may not be granted. If our patents do not adequately protect our technology, our competitors may be able to offer additive manufacturing systems or other products similar to ours. Our competitors may also be able to develop similar technology independently or design around our patents, and we may not be able to detect the unauthorized use of our proprietary technology or take appropriate steps to prevent such use. Any of the foregoing events would lead to increased competition and lower revenues or gross margins, which could adversely affect our operating results.
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Confidentiality agreements with employees and third parties may not prevent unauthorized disclosure of trade secrets and other proprietary information, and our inability to maintain the confidentiality of that information, due to unauthorized disclosure or use, or other events, could have a material adverse effect on our business. In addition to the protection afforded by patents, we seek to rely on trade secret protection and confidentiality agreements to protect proprietary know-how that is not patentable or that we elect not to patent, processes for which patents are difficult to enforce, and any other elements of our product discovery and development processes that involve proprietary know-how, information, or technology that is not covered by patents. Trade secrets, however, may be difficult to protect. We seek to protect our proprietary processes, in part, by entering into confidentiality agreements with our employees, consultants, advisors, contractors and collaborators. Although we use reasonable efforts to protect our trade secrets, our employees, consultants, advisors, contractors, and collaborators might intentionally or inadvertently disclose our trade secret information to competitors. In addition, competitors may otherwise gain access to our trade secrets or independently develop substantially equivalent information and techniques. Furthermore, the laws of some foreign countries do not protect proprietary rights to the same extent or in the same manner as the laws of the United States. As a result, we may encounter significant problems in protecting and defending our intellectual property both in the United States and abroad. If we are unable to prevent unauthorized material disclosure of our intellectual property to third parties, or misappropriation of our intellectual property by third parties, we will not be able to establish or maintain a competitive advantage in our market, which could materially adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.
We are subject to order and shipment uncertainties. Inaccuracies in our estimates of customer demand and product mix could negatively affect our inventory levels, sales and operating results. We derive revenue primarily from customer purchase orders rather than long-term purchase commitments. To ensure availability of our products, in some cases we start manufacturing based on forecasts provided by customers in advance of receiving purchase orders from them. In some cases, our supply chain has been affected by both tariffs and by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some of our products are manufactured according to our estimates of customer demand, which requires us to make demand forecast assumptions for every customer, and which may introduce significant variability into our aggregate estimate. We typically sell to channel partners and end users, and we consequently have limited visibility into future end-user demand, which could adversely affect our revenue forecasts and operating margins. Additionally, we sometimes receive soft commitments for larger order sizes which do not materialize. If we manufacture more products than we are able to sell to our customers or channel partners, we will incur losses and our results of operation and financial condition will be harmed.
Our sales and marketing efforts may be unsuccessful in maintaining and expanding existing sales channels, developing new sales channels and increasing the sales of our products. To grow our business, we must add new customers for our products in addition to retaining and increasing sales to our current customers. Our ability to attract new customers will depend in part on the success of our sales and marketing efforts. There can be no guarantee that we will be successful in implementing our sales and marketing strategy. If suitable sales channels do not develop, we may not be able to sell certain of our products in significant volumes and our operating results, business and prospects may be harmed.
Our business would be adversely affected by the departure of members of our executive management team. Our success depends, in large part, on the continued contributions of Fawad Maqbool, our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Maqbool is not bound by any employment contract to remain with us for a specified period. Although we have additional engineering, technical and sales personnel, the loss of Mr. Maqbool’s service could harm our ability to implement our business strategy and respond to the rapidly changing market conditions in which we operate.
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If we are unable to attract, train and retain qualified personnel, especially our design and technical personnel, we may not be able to effectively execute our business strategy. Our future success depends on our ability to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel, including our management, sales and marketing, finance and especially our design and technical personnel. For example, we currently have limited number of personnel for the assembling and testing processes. We do not know whether we will be able to retain all of these personnel as we continue to pursue our business strategy. As the source of our technical and product innovations, our design and technical personnel are a significant asset. The competition for qualified personnel in the New York area where we are headquartered constrains our ability to attract qualified personnel. The loss of the services of one or more of our key employees, especially of our key design and technical personnel, or our inability to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and operating results.
Failure to remediate a material weakness in internal accounting controls could result in material misstatements in our financial statements. Our management has identified material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting related to lack of segregation of duties resulting from our limited personnel and ineffective control over financial statement disclosure as controls were not designed and in place to ensure that all disclosures required were originally addressed in our financial statements and has concluded that, due to such material weakness, our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of December 31, 2021. If not remediated, or if we identify further material weaknesses in our internal controls, our failure to establish and maintain effective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting could result in material misstatements in our financial statements and a failure to meet our reporting and financial obligations, each of which could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and the trading price of our common stock.
If we fail to implement proper and effective internal controls, our ability to produce accurate financial statements would be impaired, which could adversely affect our operating results, our ability to operate our business and our stock price. We must ensure that we have adequate internal financial and accounting controls and procedures in place to produce accurate financial statements on a timely basis. We have tested our internal controls and identified two material weaknesses and may find additional areas for improvement in the future. Remediating these material weaknesses will require us to hire and train additional personnel. Implementing any future changes to our internal controls may require compliance training of our directors, officers and employees, entail substantial costs to modify our accounting systems and take a significant period of time to complete. Such changes may not, however, be effective in establishing the adequacy of our internal control over financial reporting, and our failure to produce accurate financial statements on a timely basis could increase our operating costs and could materially impair our ability to operate our business. In addition, investors’ perceptions that our internal control over financial reporting is inadequate or that we are unable to produce accurate financial statements may materially adversely affect our stock price.
We may need to raise additional capital, which may not be available on favorable terms, if at all, and which may cause dilution to holders of our common stock, restrict our operations or adversely affect our ability to operate our business. If we need to raise additional funds due to unforeseen circumstances or material expenditures or if our operating results are worse than expected, we cannot be certain that we will be able to obtain additional financing on favorable terms, if at all, and any additional financings could result in additional dilution to holders of our common stock. Debt financing, if available, may involve agreements that include covenants limiting or restricting our ability to take specific actions such as incurring additional debt, expending capital or declaring dividends, or which impose financial covenants on us that limit our ability to achieve our business objectives. If we need additional capital and cannot raise it on acceptable terms, we may not be able to meet our business objectives, our stock price may fall, and you may lose some or all of your investment.
Our secured indebtedness could have important consequences to you. For example, it could:
| · | limit our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions and other general corporate requirements; |
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| · | expose us to interest rate fluctuations for our financing that has a variable interest rate on the debt; |
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| · | require us to dedicate a portion of our cash flow from operations to payments on our debt, thereby reducing the availability of our cash flow for operations and other purposes; |
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| · | limit our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and the industry in which we operate; and |
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In addition, our ability to make scheduled payments or refinance our obligations depends on our successful financial and operating performance, cash flows and capital resources, which in turn depend upon prevailing economic conditions and certain financial, business and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. These factors include, among others:
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| · | other operating and financial difficulties, including due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. |
If our cash flows and capital resources are insufficient to fund our debt service obligations, we may be forced to reduce or delay capital expenditures, sell material assets or operations, obtain additional capital or restructure our debt. If we are required to dispose of material assets or operations to meet our debt service and other obligations, the value realized on such assets or operations will depend on market conditions and the availability of buyers. Accordingly, any such sale may not, among other things, be for a sufficient dollar amount. Certain of our obligations are secured by a security interest in all of our assets. The foregoing encumbrances may limit our ability to dispose of material assets or operations. We also may not be able to restructure our indebtedness on favorable economic terms, if at all.
Our loan agreement contains various covenants limiting the discretion of our management in operating our business. Our business loan agreement contains, subject to certain carve-outs, various restrictive covenants that limit our management’s discretion in operating our business. In particular, these instruments limit our ability to, among other things:
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| · | sell, transfer, mortgage, assign, pledge, lease, grant a security interest in or encumber any of our assets (except as may be permitted by the agreement); or |
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If we fail to comply with the restrictions in our loan agreement, a default may allow the lender under the relevant instruments to accelerate the repayment obligation of the related debt and to exercise its remedies under these agreements, which will typically include the right to declare the principal amount of that debt, together with accrued and unpaid interest and other related amounts, immediately due and payable, to exercise any remedies the lender may have to foreclose on assets that are subject to liens securing that debt and to terminate any commitments they had made to supply further funds. The loan agreement also contains various covenants that may limit our ability to pay dividends.
Our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Fawad Maqbool, has provided a personal guarantee using his personal property, including his equity interest in our company, to secure a line of credit for the Company. A default under the credit facility could result in the sale by court order of Mr. Maqbool’s property, including his equity interest in the Company, and the resultant sale of those shares. A sale of such equity interest, whether by court order or otherwise, would likely cause a significant drop in the price of our common stock. Moreover, Mr. Maqbool, who could thereafter have a substantially smaller or no equity interest in our company, could have substantially less or no personal stake or interest in the commercial success of our company. On November 20, 2021, the Company renewed its business line of credit for $750,000 with Dime Bank, maturing on November 1, 2022 (the “Dime LOC”). In order to procure the DIME LOC, AmpliTech Group, Inc., as well as Mr. Maqbool, our chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer (the “Guarantors”), agreed to guarantee the loan. The guarantees provided by the two Guarantors cover the full amount of the loans, interest, and any damages and related costs. Under the personal guarantees provided by the two Guarantors, the two Guarantors have agreed to perform the obligations under the agreement in the event that the Company is unable to perform its obligations. If the guarantee is enforced against Mr. Maqbool, he could be obliged to use his personal property, including the equity interest in our company, to fulfill his obligations under the DIME LOC. Mr. Maqbool owes a fiduciary duty of loyalty to us. However, there is potential for conflicts of interest between his personal interests and ours whether his guaranty is called upon or not. No assurance can be given that material conflicts will not arise that could be detrimental to our operations and financial prospects
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As of the date of this report, Mr. Maqbool beneficially owns 28.61% of our outstanding common stock. A sale of a portion or all of Mr. Maqbool’s equity interest, whether voluntary or as a result of a court order, would likely cause a significant drop in the price of our common stock and could adversely affect our business operations, our business relationships and the marketability of our common stock and substantially reduce Mr. Maqbool’s beneficial ownership interest. If Mr. Maqbool’s beneficial ownership of the Company is substantially reduced or eliminated, he would have little or no stake or interest in the business operations of the Company, and he could potentially leave the Company or not perform his duties as diligently as he otherwise might have.
Breaches of network or information technology security, natural disasters or terrorist attacks could have an adverse effect on our business. Cyber-attacks or other breaches of network or information technology (IT) security, natural disasters, terrorist acts or acts of war may cause equipment failures or disrupt our systems and operations. We may be subject to attempts to breach the security of our networks and IT infrastructure through cyber-attacks, malware, computer viruses and other means of unauthorized access. We have previously been subject to the unauthorized use of certain company credentials that were used to issue a false press release in April 2018. While we were able to have the false press release withdrawn, any similar unauthorized use of company credentials or other information could compromise our systems and operations, materially adversely impact our financial condition and subject us to scrutiny and/or litigation from regulators and our customers. A failure to protect the privacy of customer and employee confidential data against breaches of network or IT security could result in damage to our reputation. To date, we have not been subject to cyber-attacks or other cyber incidents which, individually or in the aggregate, resulted in a material impact to our operations or financial condition.
The unfavorable outcome of any future litigation or administrative action could negatively impact us. Our financial results could be negatively impacted by unfavorable outcomes in any future litigation or administrative actions. We cannot assure favorable outcomes in litigation or administrative proceedings. Costs associated with litigation and administrative proceedings are very high and could negatively impact our financial results.
Non-compliance with, or changes in, the legal and regulatory environment in the countries in which we operate could increase our costs or reduce our net operating revenues. Our business is subject to various laws and regulations in the US and in the countries throughout the world in which we do business, including laws and regulations relating to commerce, intellectual property, trade, environmental, health and safety, commerce and contracts, privacy and communications, consumer protection, web services, tax and state corporate laws and securities laws, and specifically those conducting business of electronics, many of which are still evolving and could be interpreted in ways that could harm our business. There is no assurance that we will be completely effective in ensuring our compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Changes in applicable laws or regulations or evolving interpretations thereof, including increased government regulation, may result in increased compliance costs, capital expenditures and other financial obligations for us and could affect our profitability or impede the production or distribution of our products, which could affect our net operating revenues.
U.S. government audits and investigations could adversely affect our business. Federal government agencies, including the Defense Contract Audit Agency and the Defense Contract Management Agency, routinely audit and evaluate government contracts and government contractors’ administrative processes and systems. These agencies review the Company’s performance on contracts, pricing practices, cost structure, financial capability and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards. These agencies also review the adequacy of the Company’s internal control systems and policies, including the Company’s purchasing, accounting, estimating, compensation and management information processes and systems. Any costs found to be improperly allocated to a specific contract will not be reimbursed, while such costs already reimbursed must be refunded. If an audit or investigation of our business were to uncover improper or illegal activities, then we could be subject to civil and criminal penalties and administrative sanctions, including termination of contracts, forfeiture of profits, suspension of payments, fines and suspension or prohibition from doing business with the U.S. government. In addition, responding to governmental audits or investigations may involve significant expenses and divert management attention.
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Acquisitions may expose us to additional risks. We may acquire or make investments in businesses, technologies or products, whether complementary or otherwise, as a means to expand our business, if appropriate opportunities arise. There can be no assurance that we will be able to identify suitable candidates or consummate these transactions on favorable terms. If required, the financing for these transactions could result in an increase in our indebtedness, dilute the interests of our stockholders or both. The purchase price for some acquisitions may include additional amounts to be paid in cash in the future, a portion of which may be contingent on the achievement of certain future operating results of the acquired business. If the performance of any such acquired business exceeds such operating results, then we may incur additional charges and be required to pay additional amounts. Acquisitions including strategic investments or alliances entail numerous risks, which may include:
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Many of these factors are outside of our control and any one of these factors could result in, among other things, increased costs and decreases in the amount of expected revenues, which could materially adversely impact our business, financial condition, and results of operations. In addition, even if we are able to successfully integrate acquired businesses, the full benefits, including the synergies, cost savings, revenue growth, or other benefits that are expected, may not be achieved within the anticipated time frame, or at all. All of these factors could decrease or delay the expected accretive effect of the acquisitions, and negatively impact our business, operating results, and financial condition.
We may fail to realize the anticipated benefits of our acquisition of Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. On December 15, 2021, we acquired Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. (“SSM”), a distributor of packages and lids for IC assembly. The principal benefits expected to result from our acquisition of SSM will not be fully achieved unless we are able to successfully integrate SSM’s operations with our current business operations and realize the anticipated synergies, cost savings and growth opportunities from such integration. Challenges we may face in this regard include, but are not limited to:
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Many of these factors are outside of our control and any one of these factors could result in, among other things, increased costs and decreases in the amount of expected revenues, which could materially adversely impact our business, financial condition and results of operations. In addition, even if we are able to successfully integrate Spectrum, the full benefits, including the synergies, cost savings, revenue growth or other benefits that are expected, may not be achieved. All of these factors could decrease or delay the expected accretive effect of the acquisition, and negatively impact our business, operating results and financial condition.
Our revenue and operating results can fluctuate from period to period. We derive revenue primarily from customer purchase orders rather than long-term purchase commitments. Our revenue from period to period can significantly fluctuate for a variety of reasons, including, without limitation, our supply chain as well as receipt of customer orders being negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Such fluctuations may have a material adverse impact on our results of operations.
Risks Relating to our Common Stock and our Listed Warrants
The price of our common stock could be volatile and could decline at a time when you want to sell your holdings. Numerous factors, many of which are beyond our control, may cause the market price of our common stock to fluctuate significantly. These factors include:
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Securities class action litigation is often instituted against companies following periods of volatility in their stock price. This type of litigation could result in substantial costs to us and divert our management’s attention and resources.
Moreover, securities markets may from time-to-time experience significant price and volume fluctuations for reasons unrelated to operating performance of particular companies, such as the uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and the rapidly developing conflict in Ukraine. These market fluctuations may adversely affect the price of our common stock and other interests in our company at a time when you want to sell your interest in us.
Future sales or perceived sales of our common stock could depress our stock price. If holders of our currently outstanding shares of common stock were to attempt to sell a substantial amount of their holdings at once, the market price of our common stock could decline. Moreover, the perceived risk of this potential dilution could cause shareholders to attempt to sell their shares and investors to short the common stock, a practice in which an investor sells shares that he or she does not own at prevailing market prices, hoping to purchase shares later at a lower price to cover the sale. As each of these events would cause the number of shares of our common stock being offered for sale to increase, our common stock market price would likely further decline. All of these events could combine to make it very difficult for us to sell equity or equity-related securities in the future at a time and price that we deem appropriate.
Our common stock may be affected by limited trading volume and price fluctuations, which could adversely impact the value of our common stock. Our common stock has experienced, and is likely to experience in the future, significant price and volume fluctuations, which could adversely affect the market price of our common stock without regard to our operating performance. In addition, we believe that factors such as quarterly fluctuations in our financial results and changes in the overall economy or the condition of the financial markets could cause the price of our common stock to fluctuate substantially. These fluctuations may also cause short sellers to periodically enter the market in the belief that we will have poor results in the future. We cannot predict the actions of market participants and, therefore, can offer no assurances that the market for our common stock will be stable or appreciate over time.
Provisions in our articles of incorporation and bylaws could discourage a change in control, or an acquisition of us by a third party, even if the acquisition would be favorable to you, thereby adversely affecting existing shareholders. Our articles of incorporation and bylaws contain provisions that may have the effect of making more difficult or delaying attempts by others to obtain control of our Company, even when these attempts may be in the best interests of our shareholders. For example, our articles of incorporation authorize our Board of Directors, without stockholder approval, to issue one or more series of preferred stock, which could have voting and conversion rights that adversely affect or dilute the voting power of the holders of common stock. These provisions and others that could be adopted in the future could deter unsolicited takeovers or delay or prevent changes in our control or management, including transactions in which stockholders might otherwise receive a premium for their shares over then-current market prices. These provisions may also limit the ability of stockholders to approve transactions that they may deem to be in their best interests.
The ability of Fawad Maqbool, our Chairman, to sell his stake in us and speculation about any such sale may adversely affect the market price of our common stock. Mr. Maqbool owns a significant number of our shares of outstanding common stock, and he may sell any or all of his shares at any time without approval by other shareholders. Speculation by the press, stock analysts, our shareholders or others regarding the intention of Mr. Maqbool to dispose of his shares could adversely affect the market price of our common stock. Moreover, the market price of our common stock may be adversely impacted by the fact that the public float of our common stock is relatively small.
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Because Fawad Maqbool, our Chairman controls a significant number of shares of our voting capital stock, he has the ability to influence actions requiring stockholder approval. As of the date of this report, Fawad Maqbool, our Chairman, President Chief Executive Officer, held 28.61% of our outstanding shares of common stock. As a result, Mr. Maqbool has the ability to significantly influence the outcome of matters submitted to our stockholders for approval, including the election of directors and any merger, consolidation or sale of all or substantially all of our assets. In addition, Mr. Maqbool has the ability to influence the management and affairs of our company. Accordingly, any investors who purchase shares will likely be minority shareholders and as such will have little to no say in the direction of us and the election of directors. Additionally, this concentration of ownership might harm the market price of our common stock by:
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Because we do not intend to pay cash dividends on our shares of common stock, any returns will be limited to the value of our shares. We currently anticipate that we will retain future earnings for the development, operation and expansion of our business and do not anticipate declaring or paying any cash dividends for the foreseeable future. Any return to stockholders will therefore be limited to the increase, if any, of our share price that stockholders may be able to realize if they sell their shares.
There can be no assurance that we will be able to comply with the continued listing standards of the Nasdaq Capital Market, a failure which could result in the de-listing of our common stock. The Nasdaq Capital Market requires that the trading price of its listed stocks remain above one dollar in order for the stock to remain listed. If a listed stock trades below one dollar for more than 30 consecutive trading days, then it is subject to delisting from the Nasdaq Capital Market. In addition, to maintain a listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market, we must satisfy minimum financial and other continued listing requirements and standards, including those regarding director independence and independent committee requirements, minimum stockholders’ equity and certain corporate governance requirements. If we are unable to satisfy these requirements or standards, we could be subject to delisting, which would have a negative effect on the price of our common stock and would impair your ability to sell or purchase our common stock when you wish to do so. In the event of a delisting, we would expect to take actions to restore our compliance with the listing requirements, but we can provide no assurance that any such action taken by us would allow our common stock to become listed again, stabilize the market price or improve the liquidity of our common stock, prevent our common stock from dropping below the minimum bid price requirement or prevent future non-compliance with the listing requirements.
The Listed Warrants are speculative in nature. The Listed Warrants do not confer any rights of common stock ownership on their holders, such as voting rights or the right to receive dividends, but rather merely represent the right to acquire shares of our common stock at a fixed price for a limited period of time. Specifically, commencing on the date of issuance, holders of the Listed Warrants may exercise their right to acquire the common stock and pay an exercise price of $7.00 per share, prior to five years from the date of issuance, after which date any unexercised Listed Warrants will expire and have no further value. In addition, there can be no assurance that an active trading market for the Listed Warrants will develop.
Holders of the Listed Warrants will have no rights as a common stockholder until they acquire our common stock. Until holders of the Listed Warrants acquire shares of our common stock upon exercise of the Listed Warrants, the holders will have no rights with respect to shares of our common stock issuable upon exercise of the Listed Warrants. Upon exercise of the Listed Warrants, the holder will be entitled to exercise the rights of a common stockholder as to the security exercised only as to matters for which the record date occurs after the exercise.
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Provisions of the Listed Warrants could discourage an acquisition of us by a third party. Certain provisions of the Listed Warrants could make it more difficult or expensive for a third party to acquire us. The Listed Warrants prohibit us from engaging in certain transactions constituting “fundamental transactions” unless, among other things, the surviving entity assumes our obligations under the Listed Warrants. These and other provisions of the Listed Warrants offered by this prospectus could prevent or deter a third party from acquiring us even where the acquisition could be beneficial to you.
ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
Smaller reporting companies are not required to provide the information required by this item.
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
Our principal executive office is located at 620 Johnson Avenue, Bohemia, NY 11716. The property at this location is leased by the Company at monthly rental expense of $4,167 for a term of five years ending January 31, 2021. The annual basic rent shall be increased by 3.75% in each successive lease year. Our wholly owned subsidiary, AmpliTech, Inc., also operates out of our principal executive office. On January 13, 2021, the landlord and the Company agreed that the lease term shall be extended on a month-by month basis, commencing February 1, 2021. This property is used for administrative offices and for manufacturing.
On October 15, 2021, the Company entered a new lease for a 20,000 square foot facility at 155 Plant Avenue, Hauppauge, NY, 11788 for a term of seven years and two months. The yearly base rent of $346,242 shall increase at a rate of 2.75% per year to begin on the first anniversary of the lease commencement date and each year thereafter. The first two months of basic rent were abated following the commencement lease date. In the event the landlord decides to sell the property, the Company shall have the right of first offer to purchase subject property. Upon lease execution, the Company paid two months of base rent as a security deposit and one month’s rent, altogether totaling $86,560. Rental payments will not commence until the landlord completes the leasehold incentives as agreed upon in the lease agreement. The Company expects to be fully operational at the new manufacturing and headquarters facility in April 2022.
On September 15, 2019, the Company entered a five- year lease on property located at 120 Raynor Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY with an option to buy the property during the first two years of the lease for $1.2 mm and then at fair market value for the remainder of the lease term. As of December 31, the option to buy the property had expired and was not exercised. The lease commenced with a monthly rental expense of $7,500, with annual rent increases by 3% in each successive lease year beginning on January 1, 2021. This property is used for manufacturing and engineering facilities.
On December 15, 2021, the Company assumed the SSM lease agreement for office and warehouse space in San Jose, CA, with the same lease terms and conditions as previously stipulated in the lease agreement prior to the lease assumption. The lease term will expire on January 31, 2025, with a monthly base rent of $24,234 for the first 12 months and increase by approximately 3% every year.
As of December 31, 2021, all of the facilities described above were in good operating condition, well maintained and in regular use. We believe that our existing facilities are sufficient to meet our operational needs for the foreseeable future.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
There are no pending legal proceedings to which we are a party or of which any of our property is the subject. From time to time, we may become involved in various lawsuits and legal proceedings which arise in the ordinary course of business. Litigations are subject to inherent uncertainties and an adverse result in these, or other matters may arise from time to time and harm our business.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Market Information
Up through February 16, 2021, our common stock traded on the over-the-counter market and was quoted on the OTCQB market under the symbol “AMPG”. Our common stock and warrants have been approved for listing on the NASDAQ Capital Market, or NASDAQ, under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW”, respectively, and commenced trading on the NASDAQ on February 17, 2021. All shares amounts have been retroactively re-stated to reflect the reverse split.
Holders
As of March 28, 2022, there were 42 holders of record of our common stock. This does not reflect the number of persons or entities who held stock in nominee or street name through various brokerage firms.
Dividend Policy
We have never declared or paid dividends on our common stock. We do not anticipate paying any dividends on our common stock in the foreseeable future. We currently intend to retain all available funds and any future earnings to fund the development and growth of our business. Any future determination to declare dividends will be subject to the discretion of our board of directors and will depend on various factors, including applicable laws, our results of operations, financial condition, future prospects and any other factors deemed relevant by our board of directors.
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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is intended to provide a reader of our financial statements with a narrative from the perspective of our management on our financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, and certain other factors that may affect our future results. The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes thereto included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data.”
Forward-Looking Statements
In addition to historical financial information, the following discussion and analysis contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. See “Forward-Looking Statements.” Our results and the timing of selected events may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of many factors.
Non- GAAP Financial Measures
We believe that presenting non-GAAP financial measures provides management and investors useful measures to evaluate performance and trends of the total company and its businesses. This includes adjustments in recent periods to GAAP financial measures to increase period-to-period comparability following actions to strengthen our overall financial position and how we manage our business.
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Business Overview
AmpliTech Group Inc. (“AMPG,” “AmpliTech” or the “Company”), incorporated in 2010 in the state of Nevada, is the parent company of AmpliTech, Inc., and the Company’s divisions Specialty Microwave, Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, and AmpliTech Group MMIC Design Center (“AGMDC”).
AmpliTech Inc. designs, engineers and assembles micro-wave component-based amplifiers that meet individual customer specifications. Our products consist of RF amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at multiple frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers (“LNA”), medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the global satellite communications, telecom (5G & IoT), space, defense, and quantum computing markets. We also offer non-recurring engineering services on a project-by-project basis, for a predetermined fixed contractual amount, or on a time plus material basis. We have both domestic and international customers in such industries as aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite.
Specialty Microwave designs and manufactures state-of- the-art precision SATCOM microwave components, RF subsystems and specialized electronic assemblies for the military and commercial markets, flexible and rugged waveguides, wave guide adapters and more.
AGMDC designs, develops and manufactures state-of-the-art signal processing components for satellite and 5G communications networks, defense, space and other commercial applications, allowing the Company to market its products to wider base of customers requiring high technology in smaller packages.
On November 19, 2021, AMPG entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. (“SSM”), a globally authorized distributor of integrated circuit (IC) packaging and lids for semiconductor device assembly, prototyping, testing, and production requirements founded in 1990 and headquarter in San Jose, CA, pursuant to which AMPG acquired substantially all of the assets of the Company (the Acquisition). The Acquisition was completed on December 15, 2021.
In 2021, the Company opened a monolithic microwave integrated circuits (“MMIC”) chip design center in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMICs are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies, such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMICs carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs.
The global health crisis caused by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and its resurgences has and may continue to negatively impact global economic activity, which, despite progress in vaccination efforts, remains uncertain and cannot be predicted with confidence. In addition, variants of COVID-19, including Delta and Omicron, continue to emerge, the impact of which cannot be predicted at this time, and could depend on numerous factors, including vaccination rates among the population, the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines against COVID-19 variants along with the response by governmental bodies and regulators. Given the ongoing and dynamic nature of the circumstances, it is difficult to predict the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business. Many countries around the world have continued to impose quarantines and restrictions on travel and mass gatherings to slow the spread of the virus. Accordingly, our ability to continue to operate our business may also be limited. Such events may result in a period of business, supply and manufacturing disruptions, and in reduced operations, any of which could materially affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. A continuation or worsening of the levels of market disruption and volatility seen in the recent past could have an adverse effect on our ability to access capital, which could in the future negatively affect our liquidity. In addition, a recession or market correction resulting from the spread of COVID-19 could materially affect our business and the value of our common stock. We continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19 on the global economy and on our business operations. Although we expect the vaccinations for COVID-19 will continue to improve conditions, the ultimate impact from COVID-19 on our business operations and financial results will depend on, among other things, the ultimate severity and scope of the pandemic, including the new variants of the virus, the pace at which governmental and private travel restrictions and public concerns about public gatherings will ease, the rate at which historically large increases in unemployment rates will decrease, if at all, and whether, and the speed with which, the economy recovers. We are not able to fully quantify the impact that these factors will have on our business, but developments related to COVID-19 may impact our ability to meet customer demand and thus materially affect financial condition and results of operations in future periods.
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On April 20, 2020, the Company entered into a Paycheck Protection Program Promissory Note (“PPP Note”) in the principal amount of $232,200 (“PPP Loan”) from BNB Bank (“PPP Loan Lender”). The PPP Loan was obtained pursuant to the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) of the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) administered by the U.S Small Business Administration (“SBA”). The PPP Loan was disbursed by the PPP Loan Lender on April 20, 2020 (the “Disbursement Date). On April 20, 2021, SBA approved the PPP loan forgiveness of $232,200.
On February 17, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc., common stock and warrants under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW”, respectively, commenced trading on NASDAQ. A reverse split of the outstanding common stock at a 1-for-20 ratio became effective February 17, 2021 as of 12:01 a.m., Eastern Time. All per share amounts and number of shares in the consolidated financial statements and related notes have been retroactively restated to reflect the reverse stock split. In connection with the public offering, 1,371,428 units at an offering price of $7.00 per unit were sold. Each unit issued in the offering consisted of one share of common stock and one warrant. Maxim Group LLC acted as sole book-running manager for the offering and partially exercised its overallotment option to purchase 205,714 warrants at the public offering price. The Company received gross proceeds of approximately $9.6 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other offering expenses.
As of December 31, 2021, 210,700 warrants were exercised at an exercise price of $7.00 and 210,700 shares of common stock were issued. Gross proceeds received were $1,474,900.
On April 15, 2021, the Company entered into definitive agreements with certain institutional investors for the sale of 2,715,000 shares of common stock in a registered direct offering priced at-the-market under NASDAQ rules. Concurrently, the Company agreed to issue to the investors, in a private placement, warrants to purchase an aggregate of 1,900,500 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $8.48 per share with a five-year term. Maxim Group LLC acted as the exclusive placement agent for this offering. The shares of common stock as described were offered pursuant to a “shelf” registration statement filed with the SEC on April 1, 2021 and declared effective on April 14, 2021. The aggregate gross proceeds to the Company were approximately $23 million dollars before deducting placement agent’s fees and expenses. The offering closed on April 16, 2021. On April 30, 2021, the Company filed a registration statement providing for the resale of the shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of the warrants issued in the private placement. The registration statement became effective on May 11, 2021.
On December 15, 2021, 188,442 unregistered shares of AmpliTech common stock were issued as part of the Spectrum Semiconductor Materials acquisition for $665,200.
Results of Operations
As of December 31, 2021, the Company had a working capital of $20,467,429 and an Accumulated Deficit of $6,627,177. The Company recorded a net loss of $4,758,805 and $1,025,559 for the years ended December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.
For Years Ended December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020
Revenues
Sales increased from $3,458,081 for the year ended December 31, 2020 to $5,275,434 for the year ended December 31, 2021, an increase of $1,817,353 or approximately 52.55%. Custom amplifier and microwave component sales has remained relatively the same year to year, primarily due to the lower sales volume experienced in the first quarter of 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and worldwide freight issues causing disruption to the supply chain. In December of 2021, we acquired Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, resulting in an increase of sales of $1,885,543.
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Cost of Goods Sold and Gross Profit
Cost of Goods Sold increased to $3,982,797 in 2021 from $2,203,844 in 2020, an increase of $1,778,953 or approximately 80.72%. This increase is directly related to approximately $1,199,365 of additional expenses included in cost of goods sold as part of the acquisition of SSM and the increase of direct labor and parts. We hired personnel to help oversee production and help meet company growth objectives. Costs of goods sold for SSM include cost of product sold, cost associated with packaging and assembly, shipping, cost of personnel, quality assurance and write downs of inventories. As a result, the gross profit was $1,292,637 for 2021 compared to $1,254,237 for 2020, an increase of $38,400 or 3.06%. Gross profit as a percentage of sales decreased to 24.50% from 36.27% as a result of higher overhead expenses, direct labor and component costs.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased to $4,564,658 in 2021 from $2,108,230 in 2020, an increase of $2,456,428, or approximately 116.52%. The Company experienced an increase in parent company expenses, such as officers’ salaries, consulting fees, accounting fees, legal fees, stock compensation, IR/PR, D&O insurance, key man life insurance and regulatory fees for up-listing to NASDAQ. Nonrecurring expenses related to the up-list and private placement was approximately $370,000. The Company also hired a director of business development to promote and expand existing and new product lines. With the acquisition of Spectrum, payroll, employee benefits, insurance and facility costs have increased as well as other general and administrative costs due to the integration of both companies. Nonrecurring expenses related to the Spectrum acquisition was approximately $350,000.
Research and Development Expenses
Research and development expenditures are charged to operations as incurred. The major components of research and development costs include consultants, outside service, and supplies.
The Company has begun its research and development into the next generation of 5G/6G subsystems for cellular and satellite communications. The Company is in the process of designing and developing antennas and subsystems that will be an integral part of the GPS and 5G infrastructure. These subsystems will enable high-speed, high capacity 5G/6G networks that will be installed into infrastructure for retrofitting and improving connectivity for cellphones, satellites and many other everyday applications. This new product line is expected to be released to market during fiscal year 2022.
In 2021, the Company opened AGMDC, a MMIC chip design center in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs, or monolithic microwave integrated circuits, are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMIC’s are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMIC’s carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs by eliminating connectors and skilled labor. AGMDC is expected to start contributing to revenue during 2022.
Research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were $1,833,399 and $61,953, respectively.
Loss From Operations
As a result of the above, the Company has a loss from operations of $5,105,420 and $915,946 for the year ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Other Income (Expenses)
Interest expense decreased from $109,613 to $42,806, or 60.95%, when comparing the year ended December 31, 2021 to the year ended December 31, 2020. The decrease was primarily due to the repayment of debt.
On April 20, 2021, the SBA approved the forgiveness of the Company’s PPP loan of $232,200.
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The Company recorded $201,215 for the Employee Retention Credit as other income as well $53,868 of dividend income.
Realized loss on investments reflects realized loss of $181,063 netted against realized gains of $83,201.
Net Income
The Company reported a net loss of $4,758,805 and $1,025,559 in 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Operating Activities
The net cash used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $2,199,013 resulting primarily from net loss and the operating changes in accounts receivable and other receivable, prepaid expenses, security deposits and the operating lease liability.
The net cash used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2020 was $521,485 resulting primarily from net loss and the operating changes in prepaid expenses, accounts payable as well as customer deposits and the operating lease liability.
Investing Activities
The net cash used in investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $10,608,806.
The Company paid cash for the acquisition of Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, invested $250,000 in SN2N, purchased equipment and sold marketable securities.
The net cash used in investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2020 was $71,619 for the purchase of equipment.
Financing Activities
The net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $30,627,157, a result of proceeds received from the private placement, public offering and exercise of warrants, offset by the repayment of the line of credit, finance lease and notes payable.
The net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2020 was $217,928, a result of proceeds received from the PPP loan and line of credit, offset by the repayment of the line of credit and notes payable.
We have historically financed our operations by the issuance of debt from third party lenders, equity offerings, notes issued to various private individuals and personal funds advanced from time to time by our largest shareholder, who is also the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
As of December 31, 2021, we had cash and cash equivalents of $18,018,874, a working capital of $20,467,429 and an accumulated deficit of $6,627,177.
We intend to continue to finance our internal growth with cash on hand and cash provided from operations. We believe that our cash provided from operations and cash on hand will provide enough working capital to fund our operations for the next twelve months.
Critical Accounting Policies, Estimates and Assumptions
The SEC defines critical accounting policies as those that are, in management’s view, most important to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations and those that require significant judgments and estimates.
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The discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based upon our financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities. On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates including the allowance for doubtful accounts, the salability and recoverability of inventory, income taxes and contingencies. We base our estimates on historical experience and on other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form our basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
We cannot predict what future laws and regulations might be passed that could have a material effect on our results of operations. We assess the impact of significant changes in laws and regulations on a regular basis and update the assumptions and estimates used to prepare our financial statements when we deem it necessary.
Basis of Accounting
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the periods presented. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Reclassifications
Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior years’ financial statements to conform to the current year presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on previously reported results of operations.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers deposits that can be redeemed on demand and investments that have original maturities of less than three months, when purchased, to be cash equivalents. As of December 31, 2021, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents were deposited in four financial institutions.
Accounts Receivable
Trade accounts receivables are recorded at the net invoice value and are not interest bearing.
The Company provides an allowance for doubtful accounts equal to the estimated uncollectible amounts. The Company’s estimate is based on historical collection experience and a review of the current status of accounts receivable. It is reasonably possible that the Company’s estimate of the allowance for doubtful accounts will change in the future. An allowance of $39,380 and $125,400 has been recorded at December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
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Employee Retention Credit
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) provided an employee retention credit which was a refundable tax credit against certain employment taxes. New legislation amended the employee retention credit to be equal to 70% of qualified wages paid to employees after December 31, 2020, and before January 1, 2022. During calendar year 2021, a maximum of $10,000 in qualified wages for each employee per qualifying calendar quarter may be counted in determining the 70% credit. Therefore, the maximum tax credit that can be claimed by an eligible employer is $7,000 per employee per qualifying calendar quarter of 2021. The Company qualifies for the employee retention credit for quarters that experience a significant decline in gross receipts, defined as quarterly gross receipts that are less than 80 percent of its gross receipts for the same calendar quarter in 2019. The Company qualified for the credit beginning on January 1, 2021 and received credits for qualified wages through June 30, 2021. During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company recorded an employee retention credit totaling $201,215.
Marketable Securities
The Company’s investments in marketable securities are classified based on the nature of the securities and their availability for use in current operations. The Company’s marketable securities are stated at fair value with all realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments in marketable equity securities recognized in other income, net. The realized and unrealized gains and losses on marketable securities are determined using specific identification method.
Inventories
Inventories, which consists primarily of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods, are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out basis) or market (net realizable value).
Inventory quantities and related values are analyzed at the end of each fiscal quarter to determine those items that are slow moving and obsolete. An inventory reserve is recorded for those items determined to be slow moving with a corresponding charge to cost of goods sold. Inventory items that are determined obsolete are written off currently with a corresponding charge to cost of goods sold.
As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the reserve for inventory obsolescence was $1,031,986 and $70,000, respectively.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the related assets using the straight-line method for financial statement purposes. Amortization of leasehold improvements is computed using the straight-line method over the shorter of the remaining lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements.
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Long-lived assets
Long lived assets, such as property, plant and equipment are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Circumstances which could trigger a review include, but are not limited to; significant decrease in the market price of the asset; significant adverse changes in the business climate or legal factors; current period cash flow or operating losses combined with a history of losses or a forecast of continuing losses associated with the use of the asset; and current expectation that the asset will more likely than not be sold or disposed of significantly before the end of its estimated useful life.
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Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its estimated undiscounted future cash flows, an impairment charge is recognized by the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the fair value of the asset. Assets to be disposed of would be separately presented in the balance sheet and reported at the lower of the carrying amount of fair value less costs to sell and would no longer be depreciated. The depreciable basis of assets that are impaired and continue in use is their respective fair values.
Investment Policy-Cost Method
Investments consist of non-controlling equity investments in privately held companies. The Company elected the measurement alternative for these investments without readily determinable fair values and for which the Company does not control or have the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. These investments are accounted for under the cost method of accounting. Under the cost method of accounting, the non-marketable equity securities are carried at cost less any impairment, adjusted for observable price changes of similar investments of the same issuer. Fair value is not estimated for these investments if there are no identified events or changes in circumstances that may have an effect on the fair value of the investment. Under this method, the Company’s share of the earnings or losses of such investee companies is not included in the consolidated balance sheet or consolidated statements of operations. The Company held $250,000 of investments without readily determinable fair values at December 31, 2021 (see Note 8). These investments are included in other assets on the consolidated balance sheets. There were no indicators of impairment during the year ended December 31, 2021.
Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Intangible assets include goodwill, trademarks, intellectual property and customer base acquired through the asset purchase of Specialty Microwave. The Company accounts for Other Intangible Assets under the guidance of ASC 350, “Intangibles-Goodwill and Other.” Under the guidance, other intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over their estimated useful lives Intangible assets with indefinite lives are tested annually for impairment. Goodwill is not amortized. We test goodwill balances for impairment annually at December 31 or whenever impairment indicators arise.
Leases
We lease property and equipment under finance and operating leases. For leases with terms greater than 12 months, we record the related asset and obligation at the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The Company has elected not to separate lease and non-lease components for all property leases for the purpose of calculating ROU assets and lease liabilities. Many of our leases include rental escalation clauses, renewal options and/or termination options that are factored into our determination of lease payments when appropriate. When available, we use the rate implicit in the lease to discount lease payments to present value; however, most of our leases do not provide a readily determinable implicit rate. Therefore, we must estimate our incremental borrowing rate to discount the lease payments based on information available at lease commencement. The incremental borrowing rate is the rate of interest that a lessee would have to pay to borrow on a collateralized basis considering such factors as lease term and economic environment risks.
Revenue Recognition
We sell our products through a combination of a direct sales force in the United States and independent sales representatives in international markets. Revenue is recognized when a customer obtains control of promised goods based on the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for these goods. This core principle is achieved through the following steps:
Identify the contract with the customer. A contract with a customer exists when (i) we enter into an enforceable contract with a customer that defines each party’s rights regarding the goods to be transferred and identifies the payment terms related to these goods, (ii) the contract has commercial substance and, (iii) we determine that collection of substantially all consideration for services that are transferred is probable based on the customer’s intent and ability to pay the promised consideration. We do not have significant costs to obtain contracts with customers. For commissions on product sales, we have elected the practical expedient to expense the costs as incurred.
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Identify the performance obligations in the contract. Generally, our contracts with customers do not include multiple performance obligations to be completed over a period. Our performance obligations generally relate to delivering single-use products to a customer, subject to the shipping terms of the contract. Limited warranties are provided, under which we typically accept returns and provide either replacement parts or refunds.
We do not have significant returns. We do not typically offer extended warranty or service plans.
Determine the transaction price. Payment by the customer is due under customary fixed payment terms, and we evaluate if collectability is reasonably assured. None of our contracts as of December 31, 2021 contained a significant financing component. Revenue is recorded at the net sales price, which includes estimates of variable consideration such as product returns, rebates, discounts, and other adjustments. The estimates of variable consideration are based on historical payment experience, historical and projected sales data, and current contract terms. Variable consideration is included in revenue only to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal of the revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved. Taxes collected from customers relating to product sales and remitted to governmental authorities are excluded from revenues.
Allocate the transaction price to performance obligations in the contract. We typically do not have multiple performance obligations in our contracts with customers. As such, we generally recognize revenue upon transfer of the product to the customer’s control at contractually stated pricing.
Recognize revenue when or as we satisfy a performance obligation. We generally satisfy performance obligations at a point in time upon either shipment or delivery of goods, in accordance with the terms of each contract with the customer. We do not have significant service revenue.
Research and Development
Research and development expenditures are charged to operations as incurred. The major components of research and development costs include consultants, outside service, and supplies.
The Company has begun its research and development into the next generation of 5G/6G subsystems for cellular and satellite communications. The Company is in the process of designing and developing antennas and subsystems that will be an integral part of the GPS and 5G infrastructure. These subsystems will enable high-speed, high capacity 5G/6G networks that will be installed into infrastructure for retrofitting and improving connectivity for cellphones, satellites and many other everyday applications. This new product line is expected to be released to market during fiscal year 2022.
In 2021, the Company opened AGMDC, a MMIC chip design center in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs, or monolithic microwave integrated circuits, are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMIC’s are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMIC’s carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs by eliminating connectors and skilled labor. AGMDC is expected to start contributing to revenue during 2022.
Research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were $1,833,399 and $61,953, respectively. For financial reporting purposes, research and development costs of $61,953 was reclassed from selling and administrative expense for the year ended December 31, 2020.
Income Taxes
The Company’s deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been included in the financial statements or tax returns. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on the differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax bases of certain assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates in effect in the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. The deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified according to the financial statement classification of the assets and liabilities generating the differences. Valuation allowances are established when necessary, to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The ASC prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. The ASC provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure and transition. At December 31, 2021 and 2020, the Company had no material unrecognized tax benefits.
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Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share (“EPS”) are determined by dividing the net earnings by the weighted-average number of shares of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares used in the basic EPS calculation plus the number of common shares that would be issued assuming conversion of all potentially dilutive securities outstanding under the treasury stock method. As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, there were 3,818,142 and 2,005,000, respectively, potentially dilutive shares that need to be considered as common share equivalents.
Fair Value Measurements
The fair value of a financial instrument is the amount that could be received upon the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Financial assets are marked to bid prices and financial liabilities are marked to offer prices. Fair value measurements do not include transaction costs. A fair value hierarchy is used to prioritize the quality and reliability of the information used to determine fair values. Categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The fair value hierarchy is defined in the following three categories:
Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices that are available in active markets for identical assets or liabilities at the measurement date.
Level 2: Significant other observable inputs available at the measurement date, other than quoted prices included in Level 1, either directly or indirectly.
Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated by observable market data and reflect the use of significant management judgment.
Cash and cash equivalents, receivables, inventory, prepaid expenses, accounts payable, accrued expenses, and customer deposits approximate fair value, due to their short-term nature. The carrying value of notes payable and short and long-term debt also approximates fair value since these instruments bear market rates of interest.
Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis relate primarily to long-lived assets, intangible assets, and goodwill, which are remeasured when the derived fair value is below carrying value in the consolidated balance sheets.
Stock-Based Compensation
The Company records stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC 718, Compensation-Stock Compensation. All transactions in which goods or services are the consideration received for the issuance of equity instruments are accounted for based on the fair value of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instrument issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. Equity instruments issued to employees and the cost of the services received as consideration are measured and recognized based on the fair value of the equity instruments issued and are recognized over the employees required service period, which is generally the vesting period.
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Concentration of Credit Risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject the company to concentration of credit risk consist primarily of cash and accounts receivable.
Accounts at each institution are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) up to $250,000. At December 31, 2021 and 2020, the Company had $17,018,874 and $0 in excess of the FDIC insured limit, respectively.
The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers and maintains allowances for potential credit losses. Therefore, management does not believe significant credit risks exist at December 31, 2021. Sales to the Company’s two largest customers represented approximately 25.98% and 10.60% of total sales for the year ended December 31, 2021.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13 Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments which requires the measurement and recognition of expected credit losses for financial assets held at amortized cost. ASU 2016-13 replaces the existing incurred loss impairment model with an expected loss methodology, which will result in more timely recognition of credit losses. ASU 2016-13 is effective for annual reporting periods, and interim periods within those years beginning after December 15, 2019. This pronouncement was amended under ASU 2019-10 to allow an extension on the adoption date for entities that qualify as a small reporting company. The Company has elected this extension and the effective date for the Company to adopt this standard will be for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022. The Company has not completed its assessment of the standard but does not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework—Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement. ASU 2018 modifies the disclosure requirements of Accounting Standards Codification ASC 820 with certain removals, modifications, and additions. Eliminated disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) transfers between level 1 and level 2 of the fair value hierarchy, and (2) policies related to valuation processes and the timing of transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy. Modified disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) a requirement to disclose the timing of liquidation of an investee’s assets and the date when restrictions from redemption might lapse if the entity has communicated the timing publicly for investments in certain entities that calculate net asset value, and (2) clarification that the measurement uncertainty disclosure is to communicate information about the uncertainty in measurement as of the reporting date. Additional disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) disclosure of changes in unrealized gains and losses for the period included in other comprehensive income for recurring level 3 fair value measurements held at the end of the reporting period, and (2) disclosure of the range and weighted average of significant unobservable inputs used to develop level 3 fair value measurements. The update is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019. Early adoption is permitted for any removed or modified disclosures upon issuance of the ASU and delay adoption of the additional disclosures until the effective date. We adopted ASU 2018-03 as of January 1, 2021. Our adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes, which is intended to simplify various aspects related to accounting for income taxes. This ASU removes certain exceptions to the general principles in Topic 740 and clarifies and amends existing guidance to improve consistent application. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard became effective for us on January 1, 2021 and did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
On August 5, 2020, FASB issued ASU 2020-06, which is expected to reduce complexity and improve comparability of financial reporting associated with accounting for convertible instruments and contracts in an entity’s own equity. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021, including interim periods within those fiscal years, with an early adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard became effective for us on January 1, 2021 and did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
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In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers. This ASU amends ASC 805 to require acquiring entities to apply ASC 606 to recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities in business combinations. The ASU is effective for public entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company has not completed its assessment of the standard but does not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
We do not expect the adoption of these or other recently issued accounting pronouncements to have a significant impact on our results of operation, financial position or cash flow.
Off Balance Sheet Transactions
As of December 31, 2021, we did not have any off-balance sheet arrangements.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Smaller reporting companies are not required to provide the information required by this item.
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ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Amplitech Group, Inc.:
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Amplitech Group, Inc. (“the Company”) as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2021 and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2021, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
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. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
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 audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical Audit Matters
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) related to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgements. 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 matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.
Goodwill Impairment Assessment
Critical Audit Matter Description
As described in note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company tests goodwill for impairment annually at the reporting unit level, or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Reporting units are tested for impairment by comparing the estimated fair value of each reporting unit with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, an impairment loss is recorded based on the difference between the fair value and carrying amount, not to exceed the associated carrying amount of goodwill. The Company’s annual impairment test occurred on December 31, 2021. The goodwill associated with the Specialty Microwave Reporting Unit was approximately $120,000. The Company utilized a third-party valuation specialist to assist in the preparation of the goodwill impairment test for this reporting unit. The Company primarily used a discounted cash flow income method, a guideline public company market methods, and a comparable transaction market method to estimate the fair value of the reporting unit.
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How the Critical Audit Matter was Addressed in the Audit
We identified the evaluation of the impairment analysis for goodwill as a critical audit matter because of the significant estimates and assumptions management used in the discounted cash flow analysis performed by management to determine fair value of the reporting unit and the guideline company assumptions used in the other valuation models. Performing audit procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of these estimates and assumptions required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased extent of effort. In addition, the audit effort involved the use of professionals with specialized skill and knowledge.
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In addition, professionals with specialized skill and knowledge were utilized by the Firm to assist in the evaluation of the discounted cash flow model, discount rate assumptions and market method approaches.
Long-Lived Asset Impairment Assessment
Critical Audit Matter Description
As described in note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company performs impairment testing for its long-lived assets when events or changes in circumstances indicate that its carrying amount may not be recoverable and exceeds its fair value. Due to challenging industry and economic conditions, the Company tested its long-lived group that comprises the Specialty Microwave division during the year, specifically at December 31, 2021. This long-lived asset group included approximately $591,000 in amortizable intangible assets. The Company’s evaluation of the recoverability of this long-lived asset group involved comparing the undiscounted future cash flows expected to be generated by this long-lived asset group to its respective carrying amount. The Company’s recoverability analysis requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions related to forecasted sales growth rates and cash flows over the remaining useful life of the long-lived asset group.
We identified the evaluation of the impairment analysis for long-lived assets as a critical audit matter because of the significant estimates and assumptions management used in the related cash flow analysis. Performing audit procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of these estimates and assumptions required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased extent of effort.
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How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our audit procedures related to the following:
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Business Combinations
Description of the Critical Audit Matter
As described in note 4 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company completed an acquisition wherein the Company acquired certain net assets from one entity for total consideration of $11,488,314. The acquisition was accounted for as a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting which requires the determination of the fair value of the consideration transferred, assets acquired, and liabilities assumed. The Company determined that consideration transferred included contingent consideration of approximately $1.4 million which was valued using a probabilistic weighted approach. The Company determined it acquired intangible assets (customer relationships and tradename) with a fair value of approximately $2.7 million and recorded goodwill of approximately $4.7 million. The trade name was valued using the relief-from-royalty method, and the customer relationships was valued using the multi-period excess earnings model.
The recognition, measurement and disclosure of the Company’s business combination was considered especially challenging and required significant auditor judgment due to the complex determination by management of the appropriate models to be deployed and their related assumptions, such as discount rates, revenue growth rates, and projected profit margins and expected probabilities of key outcomes.
How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our audit procedures related to the following:
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| F-4 |
| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
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| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity
For the Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
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| F-6 |
| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
|
| December 31, |
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| December 31, |
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Cash Flows from Operating Activities: |
| 2021 |
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Net Loss |
| $ | ( | ) |
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Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: |
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Stock based compensation |
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Gain on forgiveness of debt |
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| (232,200 | ) |
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Loss on disposal of vehicle |
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Operating lease liability |
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Cash paid in acquisition, net of cash acquired |
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| $ | - |
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Right of use asset in exchange for right of use liabilities |
| $ | - |
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Right of use asset in exchange for right of use liabilities acquired in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| $ | - |
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Intangible assets acquired in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| - |
| |
Inventory acquired in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
|
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| - |
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Property acquired in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| - |
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Liabilities assumed in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| - |
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Common stock issued in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| - |
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Accounts receivable acquired in Spectrum acquisition |
| $ |
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| - |
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| F-7 |
| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(1) Organization and Business Description
AmpliTech Group Inc. (“AmpliTech” or “the Company”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Nevada on December 30, 2010. On August 13, 2012, the Company acquired AmpliTech Inc., by issuing
AmpliTech designs, engineers and assembles microwave component based low noise amplifiers (“LNA”) that meet individual customer specifications. Application of the Company’s proprietary technology results in maximum frequency gain with minimal background noise distortion as required by each customer. The Company has both domestic and international customers in such industries as aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite.
On September 12, 2019, AmpliTech Group Inc. acquired the assets of Specialty Microwave Corporation (SMW), a privately held company based in Ronkonkoma, NY. The purchase included all inventory, orders, customers, property and equipment, and all intellectual property. The assets also included all eight team members of SMW.
Specialty designs and manufactures passive microwave components and related subsystems that meet individual customer specifications for both domestic and international customers for use in satellite communication ground networks.
On February 17, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc., common stock and warrants under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW”, respectively, commenced trading on NASDAQ. A reverse split of the outstanding common stock at a
| F-8 |
| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
On November 19, 2021, AmpliTech Group, Inc. entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. (the “Seller” or “SSM”), pursuant to which AmpliTech would acquire substantially all of the assets of the Company (the “Acquisition”). The Acquisition was completed on December 15, 2021.
The aggregate purchase price for the acquisition was $
The Purchase Agreement contains representations, warranties, and covenants believed to be customary for a transaction of this nature, including covenants as to indemnification for breaches of certain representations, warranties and covenants, subject to certain exclusions and caps. Further, the completion of the Acquisition was subject to release of all liens and to the satisfaction of closing conditions, including the continued employment of certain Company employees. (See Note 4.)
Spectrum Semiconductor Materials(“SSM”), located in the Silicon Valley (San Jose, CA), is a global authorized distributor of integrated circuit (“IC”) packaging and lids used semiconductor device assembly, prototyping, testing, and production requirements.
IC packaging is the case or enclosure that contains the semiconductor device to protect it from corrosion or physical damage; the IC packaging also supports the electrical contacts, which connect the semiconductor device to a circuit board. IC packaging often gets sealed with lids, which creates an airtight seal to prevent contaminants, particles, liquids, or gases from entering the packaging to ensure the proper operation of the device. The Company offers multiple IC packaging and lids product lines according to desired product specifications, device performance, dimensions, resistances, and tolerances.
Our IC packaging and lids products serve a global customer base in a wide range of end-market applications, including aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, wireless, communications, automotive, and other growing markets. The Company is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B certified for the Distribution of Semiconductor Materials for the Assembly Phase of Integrated Circuit Manufacturing, as well as in compliance with the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (“CMRT”), the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (“RoHS”) and Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (“REACH”) directives, as well as registered with the U.S. Government’s System for Award Management (“SAM”).
| F-9 |
| Table of Contents |
AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
The COVID-19 Pandemic
The global health crisis caused by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and its resurgences has and may continue to negatively impact global economic activity, which, despite progress in vaccination efforts, remains uncertain and cannot be predicted with confidence. In addition, variants of COVID-19, including Delta and Omicron, continue to emerge, the impact of which cannot be predicted at this time, and could depend on numerous factors, including vaccination rates among the population, the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines against COVID-19 variants along with the response by governmental bodies and regulators. Given the ongoing and dynamic nature of the circumstances, it is difficult to predict the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business. Many countries around the world have continued to impose quarantines and restrictions on travel and mass gatherings to slow the spread of the virus. Accordingly, our ability to continue to operate our business may also be limited. Such events may result in a period of business, supply and manufacturing disruptions, and in reduced operations, any of which could materially affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. A continuation or worsening of the levels of market disruption and volatility seen in the recent past could have an adverse effect on our ability to access capital, which could in the future negatively affect our liquidity. In addition, a recession or market correction resulting from the spread of COVID-19 could materially affect our business and the value of our common stock. We continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19 on the global economy and on our business operations. Although we expect the vaccinations for COVID-19 will continue to improve conditions, the ultimate impact from COVID-19 on our business operations and financial results will depend on, among other things, the ultimate severity and scope of the pandemic, including the new variants of the virus, the pace at which governmental and private travel restrictions and public concerns about public gatherings will ease, the rate at which historically large increases in unemployment rates will decrease, if at all, and whether, and the speed with which, the economy recovers. We are not able to fully quantify the impact that these factors will have on our business, but developments related to COVID-19 may materially affect financial condition and results of operations in future periods.
(2) Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Accounting
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting.
Principles of Consolidation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the periods presented. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Reclassifications
Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior years’ financial statements to conform to the current year presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on previously reported results of operations.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers deposits that can be redeemed on demand and investments and marketable securities that have original maturities of less than three months, when purchased, to be cash equivalents. As of December 31, 2021, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents were deposited in four financial institutions.
Accounts Receivable
Trade accounts receivables are recorded at the net invoice value and are not interest bearing.
The Company provides an allowance for doubtful accounts equal to the estimated uncollectible amounts. The Company’s estimate is based on historical collection experience and a review of the current status of accounts receivable. It is reasonably possible that the Company’s estimate of the allowance for doubtful accounts will change in the future. An allowance of $
Employee Retention Credit
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) provided an employee retention credit which was a refundable tax credit against certain employment taxes. New legislation amended the employee retention credit to be equal to 70% of qualified wages paid to employees after December 31, 2020, and before January 1, 2022. During calendar year 2021, a maximum of $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Marketable Securities
The Company’s investments in marketable securities are classified based on the nature of the securities and their availability for use in current operations. The Company’s marketable securities are stated at fair value with all realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments in marketable equity securities recognized in other income, net. The realized and unrealized gains and losses on marketable securities are determined using specific identification method.
Inventories
Inventories, which consist primarily of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods, is stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out basis) or market (net realizable value).
Inventory quantities and related values are analyzed at the end of each fiscal quarter to determine those items that are slow moving and obsolete. An inventory reserve is recorded for those items determined to be slow moving with a corresponding charge to cost of goods sold. Inventory items that are determined obsolete are written off currently with a corresponding charge to cost of goods sold.
As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the reserve for inventory obsolescence was $
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the related assets using the straight-line method for financial statement purposes. Amortization of leasehold improvements is computed using the straight-line method over the shorter of the remaining lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements.
Property and equipment are depreciated as follows:
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Long lived assets, such as property, plant and equipment are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Circumstances which could trigger a review include, but are not limited to; significant decrease in the market price of the asset; significant adverse changes in the business climate or legal factors; current period cash flow or operating losses combined with a history of losses or a forecast of continuing losses associated with the use of the asset; and current expectation that the asset will more likely than not be sold or disposed of significantly before the end of its estimated useful life.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its estimated undiscounted future cash flows, an impairment charge is recognized by the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the fair value of the asset. Assets to be disposed of would be separately presented in the balance sheet and reported at the lower of the carrying amount of fair value less costs to sell and would no longer be depreciated. The depreciable basis of assets that are impaired and continue in use is their respective fair values.
Investment Policy-Cost Method
Investments consist of non-controlling equity investments in privately held companies. The Company elected the measurement alternative for these investments without readily determinable fair values and for which the Company does not control or have the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. These investments are accounted for under the cost method of accounting. Under the cost method of accounting, the non-marketable equity securities are carried at cost less any impairment, adjusted for observable price changes of similar investments of the same issuer. Fair value is not estimated for these investments if there are no identified events or changes in circumstances that may have an effect on the fair value of the investment. Under this method, the Company’s share of the earnings or losses of such investee companies is not included in the consolidated balance sheet or consolidated statements of operations. The Company held $
Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Intangible assets include goodwill, trademarks, intellectual property and customer base acquired through the asset purchases of Specialty Microwave and Spectrum. The Company accounts for Other Intangible Assets under the guidance of ASC 350, “Intangibles-Goodwill and Other.” Under the guidance, other intangible assets with definite lives are amortized over their estimated useful lives. Intangible assets with indefinite lives are tested annually for impairment. Goodwill is not amortized. We test goodwill balances for impairment annually at December 31 or whenever impairment indicators arise.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Leases
We lease property and equipment under finance and operating leases. For leases with terms greater than 12 months, we record the related asset and obligation at the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The Company has elected not to separate lease and non-lease components for all property leases for the purpose of calculating ROU assets and lease liabilities. Many of our leases include rental escalation clauses, renewal options and/or termination options that are factored into our determination of lease payments when appropriate. When available, we use the rate implicit in the lease to discount lease payments to present value; however, most of our leases do not provide a readily determinable implicit rate. Therefore, we must estimate our incremental borrowing rate to discount the lease payments based on information available at lease commencement. The incremental borrowing rate is the rate of interest that a lessee would have to pay to borrow on a collateralized basis considering such factors as lease term and economic environment risks.
Revenue Recognition
We sell our products through a combination of a direct sales force in the United States and independent sales representatives in international markets. Revenue is recognized when a customer obtains control of promised goods based on the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for these goods. This core principle is achieved through the following steps:
Identify the contract with the customer. A contract with a customer exists when (i) we enter into an enforceable contract with a customer that defines each party’s rights regarding the goods to be transferred and identifies the payment terms related to these goods, (ii) the contract has commercial substance and, (iii) we determine that collection of substantially all consideration for services that are transferred is probable based on the customer’s intent and ability to pay the promised consideration. We do not have significant costs to obtain contracts with customers. For commissions on product sales, we have elected the practical expedient to expense the costs as incurred.
Identify the performance obligations in the contract. Generally, our contracts with customers do not include multiple performance obligations to be completed over a period.
Our performance obligations generally relate to delivering single-use products to a customer, subject to the shipping terms of the contract. Limited warranties are provided, under which we typically accept returns and provide either replacement parts or refunds.
We do not have significant returns. We do not typically offer extended warranty or service plans.
Determine the transaction price. Payment by the customer is due under customary fixed payment terms, and we evaluate if collectability is reasonably assured. None of our contracts as of December 31, 2021 contained a significant financing component. Revenue is recorded at the net sales price, which includes estimates of variable consideration such as product returns, rebates, discounts, and other adjustments. The estimates of variable consideration are based on historical payment experience, historical and projected sales data, and current contract terms. Variable consideration is included in revenue only to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal of the revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved. Taxes collected from customers relating to product sales and remitted to governmental authorities are excluded from revenues.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Allocate the transaction price to performance obligations in the contract. We typically do not have multiple performance obligations in our contracts with customers. As such, we generally recognize revenue upon transfer of the product to the customer’s control at contractually stated pricing.
Recognize revenue when or as we satisfy a performance obligation. We generally satisfy performance obligations at a point in time upon either shipment or delivery of goods, in accordance with the terms of each contract with the customer. We do not have significant service revenue.
Cost of sales includes the cost of the product sold, direct labor, outside service, quality assurance, packaging and assembly, shipping and write downs of inventory.
Research and Development
Research and development expenditures are charged to operations as incurred. The major components of research and development costs include consultants, outside service, and supplies.
The Company has begun its research and development into the next generation of 5G/6G subsystems for cellular and satellite communications. The Company is in the process of designing and developing antennas and subsystems that will be an integral part of the GPS and 5G infrastructure. These subsystems will enable high-speed, high capacity 5G/6G networks that will be installed into infrastructure for retrofitting and improving connectivity for cellphones, satellites and many other everyday applications.
In 2021, the Company opened a MMIC chip design center in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs, or monolithic microwave integrated circuits, are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMIC’s are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMIC’s carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs by eliminating connectors and skilled labor.
Research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 were $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Income Taxes
The Company’s deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been included in the financial statements or tax returns. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on the differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax bases of certain assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates in effect in the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. The deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified according to the financial statement classification of the assets and liabilities generating the differences. Valuation allowances are established when necessary, to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The ASC prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. The ASC provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure and transition. At December 31, 2021, the Company had no material unrecognized tax benefits.
Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share (“EPS”) are determined by dividing the net earnings by the weighted-average number of shares of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares used in the basic EPS calculation plus the number of common shares that would be issued assuming conversion of all potentially dilutive securities outstanding under the treasury stock method. As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, there were
The computation of weighted average shares outstanding and the basic and diluted earnings per share consisted of the following:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Fair Value Measurements
The fair value of a financial instrument is the amount that could be received upon the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Financial assets are marked to bid prices and financial liabilities are marked to offer prices. Fair value measurements do not include transaction costs. A fair value hierarchy is used to prioritize the quality and reliability of the information used to determine fair values. Categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The fair value hierarchy is defined in the following three categories:
Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices that are available in active markets for identical assets or liabilities at the measurement date.
Level 2: Significant other observable inputs available at the measurement date, other than quoted prices included in Level 1, either directly or indirectly.
Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated by observable market data and reflect the use of significant management judgment.
Cash and cash equivalents, receivables, inventory, prepaid expenses, accounts payable, accrued expenses, and customer deposits approximate fair value, due to their short-term nature. The carrying value of notes payable and short and long-term debt also approximates fair value since these instruments bear market rates of interest.
Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis relate primarily to long-lived assets, intangible assets, and goodwill, which are remeasured when the derived fair value is below carrying value in the consolidated balance sheets.
Stock-Based Compensation
The Company records stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC 718, Compensation-Stock Compensation. All transactions in which goods or services are the consideration received for the issuance of equity instruments are accounted for based on the fair value of the consideration received or the fair value of the equity instrument issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. Equity instruments issued to employees and the cost of the services received as consideration are measured and recognized based on the fair value of the equity instruments issued and are recognized over the employees required service period, which is generally the vesting period.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Concentration of Credit Risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject the company to concentration of credit risk consist primarily of cash and accounts receivable
Accounts at each institution are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) up to $
The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers and maintains allowances for potential credit losses. Therefore, management does not believe significant credit risks exist at December 31, 2021. Sales to the Company’s two largest customers represented approximately
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13 Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments which requires the measurement and recognition of expected credit losses for financial assets held at amortized cost. ASU 2016-13 replaces the existing incurred loss impairment model with an expected loss methodology, which will result in more timely recognition of credit losses. ASU 2016-13 is effective for annual reporting periods, and interim periods within those years beginning after December 15, 2019. This pronouncement was amended under ASU 2019-10 to allow an extension on the adoption date for entities that qualify as a small reporting company. The Company has elected this extension and the effective date for the Company to adopt this standard will be for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022. The Company has not completed its assessment of the standard but does not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-13, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework—Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement. ASU 2018 modifies the disclosure requirements of Accounting Standards Codification ASC 820 with certain removals, modifications, and additions. Eliminated disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) transfers between level 1 and level 2 of the fair value hierarchy, and (2) policies related to valuation processes and the timing of transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy. Modified disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) a requirement to disclose the timing of liquidation of an investee’s assets and the date when restrictions from redemption might lapse if the entity has communicated the timing publicly for investments in certain entities that calculate net asset value, and (2) clarification that the measurement uncertainty disclosure is to communicate information about the uncertainty in measurement as of the reporting date. Additional disclosures that may affect the Company include (1) disclosure of changes in unrealized gains and losses for the period included in other comprehensive income for recurring level 3 fair value measurements held at the end of the reporting period, and (2) disclosure of the range and weighted average of significant unobservable inputs used to develop level 3 fair value measurements. The update is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019. Early adoption is permitted for any removed or modified disclosures upon issuance of the ASU and delay adoption of the additional disclosures until the effective date. We adopted ASU 2018-03 as of January 1, 2021. Our adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes, which is intended to simplify various aspects related to accounting for income taxes. This ASU removes certain exceptions to the general principles in Topic 740 and clarifies and amends existing guidance to improve consistent application. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard became effective for us on January 1, 2021 and did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
On August 5, 2020, FASB issued ASU 2020-06, which is expected to reduce complexity and improve comparability of financial reporting associated with accounting for convertible instruments and contracts in an entity’s own equity. The ASU is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021, including interim periods within those fiscal years, with an early adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard became effective for us on January 1, 2021 and did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers. This ASU amends ASC 805 to require acquiring entities to apply ASC 606 to recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities in business combinations. The ASU is effective for public entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company has not completed its assessment of the standard but does not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
We do not expect the adoption of these or other recently issued accounting pronouncements to have a significant impact on our results of operation, financial position or cash flow.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(3) Revenues
The following table presents sales disaggregated based on geographic regions and for the years ended:
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(4) Acquisition of Spectrum Semiconductors Materials
On December 15, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc. acquired Spectrum Semiconductor Materials (SSM), an “S”Corporation located in the Silicon Valley (San Jose, CA). Spectrum Semiconductor Materials (“SSM) is a global authorized distributor of integrated circuit (“IC”) packaging and lids for semiconductor device assembly, prototyping, testing, and production requirements.
The purchase is expected to deliver significant strategic top and bottom-line benefits while also building on AmpliTech’s technical and management expertise and distribution reach.
The purchase included all accounts receivables, accounts payable, inventory, orders, customers, property and equipment and intellectual property. The aggregate purchase price for the acquisition was $
Simultaneously with the execution of the Purchase Agreement, $
The Indemnification Escrow Fund is available to satisfy any losses incurred or sustained by or imposed upon the Indemnified Parties pursuant to and in accordance with the Purchase Agreement. The escrow release date is March 31, 2023.
Within sixty (60) days after the Closing Date, AmpliTech prepared and delivered to Seller a statement setting forth its calculation of Closing Working Capital of the Business, according to the terms of the Purchase Agreement. The “Working Capital Adjustment” shall be an amount equal to the Closing Working Capital minus $
The Working Capital Adjustment was determined to be $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Within forty (40) days after December 31, 2022, AmpliTech will prepare and deliver to Seller a statement setting forth its calculation of Two Years Net Revenues of the business, or the “Revenue Statement”.
The Purchase Agreement contains representations, warranties, and covenants believed to be customary for a transaction of this nature, including covenants as to indemnification for breaches of certain representations, warranties and covenants, subject to certain exclusions and caps. Further, the completion of the Acquisition is subject to release of all liens and to the satisfaction of closing conditions, including the continued employment of certain Company employees.
The fair value of the purchase consideration issued to Spectrum Semiconductor Materials was allocated to the net tangible assets acquired. The Company accounted for the Acquisition as the purchase of a business under GAAP under the acquisition method of accounting, and the assets and liabilities acquired were recorded at the acquisition date, at their respective fair values and consolidated with those of the Company. The fair value of the net assets acquired was approximately $
The following table summarizes the allocation of the purchase price of the acquisition:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
From the date of acquisition until December 31, 2021, SSM contributed revenue of $
The following table summarizes the Company’s consolidated results of operations, as well as unaudited proforma consolidated results of operations as though the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2020:
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The unaudited pro-forma results of operations are presented for information purposes only. The unaudited pro-forma results of operations are not intended to present actual results that would have been attained had the Acquisition been completed as of January 1, 2020 or to project potential operating results as of any future date or for any future periods.
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(5) Marketable Securities
The following table is a summary of marketable securities at December 31, 2021:
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During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company sold all of their marketable securities, resulting in a realized a loss of $
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When evaluating an investment for impairment, the Company reviews factors including the length of time and extent to which fair value has been below cost basis, the financial condition of the issuer, changes in market interest rates and whether it is more likely than not the Company will be required to sell the investment before recovery of the investment’s cost basis. As of December 31, 2021, the Company does not consider any of its investments to be impaired.
(6) Inventories
The inventory consists of the following at December 31, 2021 and 2020:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(7) Property and Equipment
Property and Equipment consisted of the following at December 31, 2021 and 2020:
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(8) Intangible Assets
Goodwill
Goodwill is related to the acquisition of Specialty Microwave Corp. on September 12, 2019 and the acquisition of Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. on December 15, 2021. Goodwill is primarily related to expected improvements and technology performance and functionality, as well sales growth from future product and service offerings and new customers, together with certain intangible assets that do not qualify for separate recognition. Goodwill is generally amortizable for tax purposes and is not amortizable for financial statement purposes. As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, goodwill was valued at $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Other Intangible Assets
Intangible assets with an estimated useful life of fifteen and twenty years consisted of the following at December 31, 2021:
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(9) Cost Method Investment
On June 10, 2021, the Company entered into a membership interest purchase agreement with SN2N, LLC for an aggregate purchase price of $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(10) Line of Credit
On November 20, 2021, AmpliTech renewed its business line of credit for $
In connection with the loan, the Company granted the lender a security interest in all of its respective assets. In addition, the President and CEO, has agreed to guarantee the loan.
The Company made net cash payments of $
As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the outstanding balance on the line of credit was $
(11) Leases
The following was included in our balance sheet as of December 31, 2021 and 2020:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
The weighted average remaining lease term and weighted average discount rate at December 31, 2021 and 2020 were as follows:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
On January 15, 2016, the Company entered into a five-year agreement to lease 2 copiers with and annual payment of $
On September 12, 2019, the Company entered into a new operating lease agreement to rent office space in Ronkonkoma, NY. This five- year agreement commenced on September 12, 2019 with an annual rent of $
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On December 15, 2021, the Company assumed the SSM lease agreement for office and warehouse space in San Jose, CA, with the same terms and conditions. Effective February 1, 2020, the lease term will expire on January 31, 2025 with a base rent of $
The following table reconciles future minimum operating lease payments to the discounted lease liability as of December 31, 2021:
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Promissory Note:
On September 12, 2019, AmpliTech Group Inc. acquired Specialty Microwave Corporation (SMW), a privately held company based in Ronkonkoma, NY. The purchase included all inventory, orders, customers, property and equipment, and all intellectual property. The assets also included all eight team members of SMW. The total consideration paid was $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Loan Payable:
On September 12, 2019, the Company entered a $
On April 20, 2020, the Company entered into a Paycheck Protection Program Promissory Note (“PPP Note”) in the principal amount of $
On April 20, 2021, SBA approved the PPP loan forgiveness of $
In addition, on September 12, 2019, the Company was approved for a $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Future principal payments over the term of the loans as of December 31, 2021 are as follows:
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The difference between the income tax expense (benefit) reported and amounts computed by applying the statutory federal rate of
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
The provision for Federal income tax consists of the following for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
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The Company has maintained a full valuation allowance against the total deferred tax assets for all periods due to the uncertainty of future utilization.
As of December 31, 2021, the Company has net federal and state net operating loss carry forwards of approximately $
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(14) Stockholders’ Equity
The total number of shares of stock this Corporation is authorized to issue shall be five hundred one million (
Preferred Stock
On July 10, 2013, the Board of Directors of the Company approved a certificate of amendment to the articles of incorporation and changed the authorized capital stock of the Company to include and authorize
On October 7, 2020, our Board of Directors and our stockholders approved a resolution to amend and restate the certificate of designation of preferences, rights and limitations of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to restate that there are
On November 20, 2020, the Company issued
On December 23, 2020, the Company filed amended and restated articles of incorporation to keep the authorized shares of Common Stock at
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Common Stock:
The Company originally authorized 50,000,000 shares of common stock with a par value of $
On December 7, 2020, the Board of Directors approved a reverse stock split of the Company’s common stock, in connection with a potential listing onto NASDAQ in a ratio to be determined by the Board based on market conditions and
On October 15, 2019, the Company engaged Maxim Group LLC (“Maxim”) as its financial advisor to assist the Company in growth strategy to the investment community with the ultimate goal of an up-list and capital raise on NASDAQ.
As consideration for Maxim’s services, Maxim was entitled to receive, and the Company agreed to pay Maxim, the following compensation:
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
On July 28, 2020, Wayne Homschek elected to exercise
On October 12, 2020, the Company engaged service providers for services related to the NASDAQ up list totaling $
On October 16, 2020, the Company entered into an advisory agreement to assist in product sales and distribution in Asia and the Middle East. The advisor will be paid compensation of
On October 16, 2020, the Company entered into a public relations service agreement whereby the consultant will be paid compensation of
On November 20, 2020, the Company issued
On December 18, 2020, the Company issued
On February 17, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc., common stock and warrants under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW”, respectively, commenced trading on NASDAQ. In connection with the public offering, 1,371,428 units at an offering price of $
On February 24, 2021, Maxim Group LLC exercised its overallotment option to purchase an additional
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
As of December 31, 2021, 210,700 warrants were exercised at an exercise price of $
On April 15, 2021, the Company entered into definitive agreements with certain institutional investors for the sale of
On December 15, 2021, 188,442 unregistered shares of AmpliTech’s common stock were issued as part of the Spectrum Semiconductor Materials acquisition for $665,200.
2020 Equity Incentive Plan:
In October 2020, the Board of Directors and shareholders adopted the Company’s 2020 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2020 Plan”), effective as of December 14, 2020. Under the 2020 Plan, the Company reserved
Stock Options:
On June 30, 2021, the Company granted to each of our Board of Directors (Mr. Lee, Mr. Kappers, and Mr. Mazziota) ten-year nonqualified stock options to purchase
On July 26, 2021, the Company granted three employees, a consultant and two advisors to the Board ten-year stock options to purchase shares of common stock (totaling
expected term
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
On September 29, 2021, the Company granted one employee five-year stock options to purchase
On November 26, 2021, the Company granted two officers, one board member, two board advisors and one employee stock options to purchase
On November 30, 2021, the Company granted two employees five-year stock options to purchase
Below is a table summarizing the changes in stock options outstanding for the year ended December 31, 2021:
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As of December 31, 2021, all outstanding stock options were issued according to the Company’s 2020 Plan, and there remains
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
Warrants:
Effective February 19, 2021, AmpliTech Group Inc., common stock and warrants under the symbols “AMPG” and “AMPGW,” respectively, commenced trading on NASDAQ. In connection with the public offering,
Effective April 16, 2021, the Company entered into definitive agreements with certain institutional investors to sell
For the year ended December 31, 2021,
On July 20, 2021, in connection with a product development agreement with an unrelated party, the Company issued warrants to purchase
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AmpliTech Group, Inc.
Notes To Consolidated Financial Statements
For The Years Ended December 31, 2021 and 2020
(15) Commitments and Contingencies
On November 19, 2021, AmpliTech Group, Inc. entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Spectrum Semiconductor Materials Inc. (the “Seller” or “SSM”), pursuant to which AmpliTech would acquire substantially all of the assets of the Company (the “Acquisition”). The Acquisition was completed on December 15, 2021.
Within forty (40) days after December 31, 2022, AmpliTech, as stipulated in the Purchase Agreement, will prepare and deliver to Seller a statement setting forth its calculation of Two Years Net Revenues of the business, or the “Revenue Statement”.
(16) Subsequent events
In accordance with ASC 855-10, Company management reviewed all material events through the date of this report.
On January 20, 2022, the current Board of Directors, renewed their directors’ agreements and shall be issued
On February 23, 2022, Jorge Flores, Executive Director of Operations, was promoted to Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Jorge will lead critical initiatives to further streamline operations, drive growth, and take ownership of creating an enhanced experience for AmpliTech’s valued customers.
On February 28, 2022, the Company paid SN2N its final tranche of $
On October 15, 2021, the Company entered a new lease for a 20,000 square foot facility at 155 Plant Avenue, Hauppauge, New York, for a term of seven years and two months. The yearly base rent of $
The Company expects to be fully operational at the new manufacturing and headquarters facility April 1, 2022.
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ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) or 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act as of the end of the period covered by this report. Our management does not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures will prevent all error and all fraud. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognized that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives.
Based on the evaluation as of December 31, 2021, for the reasons set forth below, our chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective to provide reasonable assurance that information we are required to disclose in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting.
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Our internal control system was designed to, in general, provide reasonable assurance to our management and the Board of Directors regarding the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements, but because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements.
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The framework used by management in making that assessment was the criteria set forth in the document entitled “Internal Control – Integrated Framework” issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO 2013). Based on that re-evaluation due to material weakness identified below, our management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of December 31, 2021 to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our Exchange Act reports was (1) recorded, processed, summarized and reported in a timely manner, and (2) accumulated and communicated to our management, including our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure, because of material weaknesses in our internal controls over financial reporting. We have identified the following material weaknesses.
1. As of December 31, 2021, our management has identified material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting related to lack of segregation of duties resulting from our limited personnel and has concluded that, due to such material weakness, our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective.
2. As of December 31, 2021, we did not maintain effective controls over financial statement disclosure. Specifically, controls were not designed and in place to ensure that all disclosures required were originally addressed in our financial statements. Accordingly, management has determined that this control deficiency constitutes a material weakness.
Because of these material weaknesses, management has concluded that the Company did not maintain effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2021 based on the criteria established in “INTERNAL CONTROL-INTEGRATED FRAMEWORK” issued by the COSO.
A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the Company’s annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis.
The Company is taking steps to remediate the material weakness listed above by implementing the following:
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There were no changes that have affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) or 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the period covered by this report.
ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
None.
ITEM 9C. DISCLOSURE REGARDING FOREIGN JURISDICTIONS THAT PREVENT INSPECTIONS.
Not applicable.
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PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Our executive officers and directors are as follows:
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Louisa Sanfratello |
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| Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, Director |
Jorge Flores (1) |
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| Chief Operating Officer |
Matthew Kappers (2) |
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Andrew Lee (2) |
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Daniel Mazziota (2) |
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A brief description of the background and business experience of our executive officer and directors for the past five years is as follows:
Fawad Maqbool, age 61, has served as the Company’s President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors since founding AmpliTech, Inc. 2002. Prior to founding AmpliTech, Inc., Mr. Maqbool was the President of Aeroflex Amplicomm, Inc. for 2000 and 2001. His duties included, among other things, overseeing the design and development of amplifiers specifically for fiber optic communication applications. Mr. Maqbool was with MITEQ, Inc. from 1987 through 1999 where he began as an Engineering Group Leader and ultimately held the title of Department Head responsible for a staff of thirty-two consisting of engineers, technicians, assemblers and support personnel. His professional career began with the Hazeltine Corporation in 1983 where he was a Microwave Design Engineer through 1986. Mr. Maqbool received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (major in microwaves and RF) and biomedical engineering from the City College of New York. He subsequently earned a master’s degree in electrical engineering (major in microwaves and RF) from Polytechnic University, now the New York University Tandon School of Engineering. Through his prior service, Mr. Maqbool possesses the knowledge and experience in microwaves and RF electrical engineering that aids him in efficiently and effectively identifying and executing the Company’s strategic priorities. As our Chief Executive Officer, Chairman and founder, Mr. Maqbool brings to the Board of Directors extensive knowledge of the Company’s products, structure, history, and culture as well as years of expertise in the industry.
Louisa Sanfratello, CPA, age 56, has been an accountant, servicing numerous clients in various industries since 1987. Her professional career began with the public accounting firm of Holtz Rubenstein & Co, where she gathered audit experience for several years and moved on to more challenging positions in both the public and private sector. She served as a Controller for The New Interdisciplinary School for over 10 years. Her responsibilities included overseeing the accounting department in addition to working directly with the NYS Department of Education. Ms. Sanfratello was also employed by the Make A Wish Foundation of Suffolk County as chief accountant working directly with the President and CFO. She joined AmpliTech, Inc. in 2012 as Chief Financial Officer, where she manages the company’s finances and SEC filings. Her responsibilities also include assisting the CEO in developing new business, maintaining operating budgets and ensuring adequate cash flow. Ms. Sanfratello was appointed to the Board of Directors for her extensive knowledge of the Company’s products and her financial and accounting expertise.
Jorge Flores, age 54, joined AmpliTech at the end of March in 2021 as Executive Director of Operations, bringing with him over 30 years of combined operations and program management experience. Prior to joining AmpliTech’s executive leadership team, Mr. Flores held various leadership roles at Comtech Telecommunications, a Nasdaq listed corporation with over 2K employees and revenues of over $600M. Previous management roles included Director of Program Management Office, Business Unit Manager and Supply Line Management. Mr. Flores holds an MBA with concentration in Operations Management and Leadership from Dowling NY and, a BS in Business Administration, Major in Operations Management from NYIT. Mr. Flores has just recently been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Mr. Flores leads critical initiatives to further streamline operations, drive growth, and take ownership of creating an enhanced experience for AmpliTech’s valued customers.
Matthew Kappers, age 57, has served as a director of the Company since January 2021. Mr. Kappers serves as the chairman of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Mr. Kappers was recently appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Cortec Group, Inc. Since 2011, Mr. Kappers has been a Managing Director at Concordia Financial Group, an investment bank and consulting firm. He has experience in completing mergers and acquisitions, as well as post acquisition operations. Prior to Concordia Financial Group, he was in the corporate development group for two multi-billion-dollar NYSE companies (Republic Services, Inc. and Loewen Group International, Inc.). In addition to his M&A background, he has been the COO and CFO for several small to medium-sized privately held companies. Mr. Kappers earned a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University and a M.B.A. degree from Miami University. Mr. Kappers’ financial and operations knowledge and experience qualifies him to serve on our board of directors.
Andrew Lee, age 38, has served as a director of the Company since January 2021. Mr. Lee serves as the chairman of the Audit Committee. Mr. Lee is a licensed CPA and holds his MBA degree from Washington State University. Mr. Lee received his Bachelor of Business Administration, with concentrations in Finance and Accounting, from Walla Walla University. Mr. Lee began working at RealWear in 2017 as a CFO. Prior to joining RealWear, Mr. Lee led Finance and Operations as the CFO of Ryonet Corporation, a high-growth firm in Vancouver, Washington. Mr. Lee’s finance and accounting experience qualifies him to serve on our board of directors.
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Daniel Mazziota, age 85, has served as a director of the Company since January 2021. He serves as the chairman of the Compensation Committee. Mr. Mazziota founded Microwave Power Devices, Inc. in 1967, which he sold in 1981 to Macom Technology Solutions, a Nasdaq listed developer and producer of radio, microwave, and millimeter wave semiconductor devices and components. He served as the President of Microwave Power Devices, Inc. until his retirement in 1988. He is currently president of IDM Consulting, which provides consulting services to the microwave component and sub system industry. He received his BEE and MSEE degrees from New York Polytechnic Institute and is a fellow of the Institute. Mr. Mazziota’s microwave component and subsystem industry experience qualifies him to serve on our board of directors.
Term of Office
Our directors are appointed for a one-year term to hold office until the next annual general meeting of our stockholders or until removed from office in accordance with our bylaws. Our officers are appointed by our Board of Directors and holds office until removed by the Board of Directors.
Family Relationships
There are no family relationships between any of our directors or executive officers.
Involvement in Legal Proceedings
To our knowledge, there have been no material legal proceedings that would require disclosure under the federal securities laws that are material to an evaluation of the ability of our director or executive officers.
Potential Conflicts of Interest
We are not aware of any current or potential conflicts of interest with our director or executive officers.
Board Committees
Effective January 20, 2021, we formed an Audit Committee, a Compensation Committee, and a Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, each of which is comprised of our three independent directors. Mr. Kappers was appointed chairman of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, Mr. Lee as the chairman of the Audit Committee and Mr. Mazziota as the chairman of the Compensation Committee. Mr. Lee’s finance and accounting experience qualifies him as the audit committee financial expert.
Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance
Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act requires our directors, officers and persons who beneficially own more than 10% of a registered class of our equity securities, to file reports of ownership and changes in ownership with the SEC and are required to furnish us with copies of these reports. Based solely on our review of the reports filed with the SEC, we believe that all persons subject to Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act timely filed all required reports in 2021.
Code of Ethics
We have adopted a code of ethics that applies to our officers, employees and directors, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Our code of ethics is available on our website.
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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Summary Compensation Table
The following summary compensation table sets forth all compensation awarded to, earned by, or paid to, the named person, during the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020:
Summary Compensation of Named Executive Officers
Name and Principal Position |
| Fiscal Year |
| Salary ($) |
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| Bonus ($) |
|
| Stock Awards ($) |
|
| Option Awards ($) |
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| All Other Compensation ($) |
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| Total ($) |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ||||||
Fawad Maqbool |
| 2021 |
|
| 305,769 |
|
|
| 75,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
| 266,281 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 647,050 |
| |
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer |
| 2020 |
|
| 191,827 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 191,827 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Louisa Sanfratello |
| 2021 |
|
| 195,192 |
|
|
| 30,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 133,141 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 358,333 |
|
Chief Financial Officer, Secretary |
| 2020 |
|
| 147,788 |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| 147,788 |
|
On February 21, 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors approved an increase in salary, effective as of January 1, 2022, for Mr. Maqbool, to $500,000 per year, and for Ms. Sanfratello, to $275,000 per year.
Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year End
On November 26, 2021, the Company granted the President and Chief Financial Officer stock options to purchase 100,000 and 50,000, respectively, shares of common stock according to the Company’s 2020 Plan. The stock options vest immediately with an exercise price of $3.52 per share. The Company has calculated these options estimated fair market value at $399,422 using the Black-Scholes model, with the following assumptions: expected term of 2.5 years, stock price of $3.52, exercise price of $3.52, volatility of 146.7%, risk-free rate of .83%, and no forfeiture rate.
Directors Compensation
Name |
| Fees earned or paid in cash ($) |
|
| Stock awards ($) |
|
| Option awards ($) |
|
| Non-equity incentive plan compensation ($) |
| Nonqualified deferred compensation earnings ($) |
| All other compensation ($) |
| Total ($) |
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Matthew Kappers |
|
|
|
|
|
|
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| 44,850 |
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|
|
|
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|
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| 44,850 |
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Andrew Lee |
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
| 44,850 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 44,850 |
|
Daniel Mazziota |
|
|
|
|
|
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| 44,850 |
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| 44,850 |
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In connection with their respective appointments, each of Matthew Kappers, Andrew Lee and Daniel Mazziota entered into director agreements with the Company, providing for, among other things that each of the directors shall be entitled to fees for attendance at virtual meetings, reimbursement of expenses for attending meetings and grants of up to 12,500 options to purchase shares of common stock of the Company pursuant to the Company’s 2020 Equity Incentive Plan. On June 30, 2021, the Company granted to each of our Board of Directors (Mr. Lee, Mr. Kappers, and Mr. Mazziota) ten-year nonqualified stock options to purchase 12,500 shares of common stock (totaling 37,500) according to the Company’s 2020 Plan. The stock options vest in full on the date of the grant, with an exercise price of $4.63 per share. The Company has calculated these options estimated fair market value at $134,550 using the Black-Scholes model, with the following assumptions: expected term 2.5 years, stock price $4.63, exercise price $4.63, volatility 153.1%, risk-free rate 0.36%, and no forfeiture rate.
2020 Equity Incentive Plan
In October 2020, the Board of Directors and shareholders adopted the Company’s 2020 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2020 Plan”), effective as of December 14, 2020. Under the 2020 Plan, the Company reserved 1,250,000 shares of common stock to grant shares of common stock of the Company to employees and individuals who perform services for the Company. The purpose of the 2020 Plan is to attract and retain the best available personnel for positions of substantial responsibility, to provide incentives to individuals who perform services for the Company, and to promote the success of the Company’s business. The 2020 Plan permits the grant of Incentive Stock Options, Nonstatutory Stock Options, Stock Appreciation Rights, Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units, Performance Units, Performance Shares and other stock or cash awards as the Board of Directors may determine.
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
The following table summarizes information about our equity compensation plans as of March 28, 2022:
|
| Number of securities to be issued upon exercise of outstanding options, warrants, and rights |
|
| Weighted-average price of outstanding options, warrants and rights |
|
| Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plans (excluding securities reflected in column (a)) |
| |||
|
| (a) |
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| (b) |
|
| (c) |
| |||
Equity compensation plans approved by security holders |
|
| 305,500 |
|
| $ | 3.74 |
|
|
| 944,500 |
|
Equity compensation plans not approved by security holders |
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
|
| - |
|
Total |
| 305,500 |
|
| $ | 3.74 |
|
|
| 944,500 |
| |
The following table sets forth certain information with respect to the beneficial ownership of our voting securities by (i) each director and named executive officer, (ii) all executive officers and directors as a group; and (iii) each shareholder known to be the beneficial owner of 5% or more of the outstanding common stock of the Company as of March 28, 2022. Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules of the SEC. Generally, a person is considered to beneficially own securities: (i) over which such person, directly or indirectly, exercises sole or shared voting or investment power, and (ii) of which such person has the right to acquire beneficial ownership at any time within 60 days (such as through exercise of stock options or warrants). For purposes of computing the percentage of outstanding shares held by each person or group of persons, any shares that such person or persons has the right to acquire within 60 days are deemed to be outstanding but are not deemed to be outstanding for the purpose of computing the percentage ownership of any other person. The inclusion herein of any shares listed as beneficially owned does not constitute an admission of beneficial ownership. Unless otherwise indicated below, the address of each person listed in the table below is c/o 620 Johnson Avenue, Bohemia, NY 11716.
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| Amount and Nature of Beneficial Ownership |
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| Common Stock (1) |
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Name and Address of Beneficial Owner |
| No. of Shares |
|
| % of Class |
| ||
Directors and Officers |
|
|
|
|
|
| ||
Fawad Maqbool, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer |
|
| 2,741,004 | (2) |
|
| 28.61 | % |
Louisa Sanfratello, Chief Financial Officer |
|
| 60,000 | (3) |
| * |
| |
Jorge Flores |
|
| 34,000 | (4) |
|
| * |
|
Daniel Mazziota |
|
| 144,500 | (5) |
|
| 1.51 | % |
Matthew Kappers |
|
| 12,500 | (6) |
| * |
| |
Andrew Lee |
|
| 12,500 | (6) |
| * |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
All officers and directors as a group (6 persons) |
|
| 3,004,504 |
|
|
| 31.36 | % |
* | Less than 1% |
|
|
1) | Based on 9,582,113 shares of common stock issued and outstanding. |
|
|
2) | Includes options to purchase 100,000 shares of common stock, |
|
|
3) | Includes 50,000 options to purchase shares of common stock. |
|
|
4) | Includes 25,000 options to purchase shares of common stock. |
|
|
5) | Includes 22,500 options to purchase shares of common stock |
|
|
6) | Includes 12,500 options to purchase of common stock |
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIP AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE.
The following sets forth a summary of transactions since the beginning of the fiscal year of 2021, or any currently proposed transaction, in which the Company was to be a participant and the amount involved exceeded or exceeds $120,000 and in which any related person had or will have a direct or indirect material interest (other than compensation described under “Executive Compensation”). We believe the terms obtained or consideration that we paid or received, as applicable, in connection with the transactions described below were comparable to terms available or the amounts that would be paid or received, as applicable, in arm’s-length transactions.
In February 2021, we paid Bentley Associates, L.P., an affiliate of our former director Wayne Homschek, an advisory fee of $280,000 upon the closing of our public offering in February 2021. Mr. Homschek resigned from our board in July 2020.
Director Independence
Mr. Kappers, Mr. Lee and Mr. Mazziota are independent using the definition of independence under NASDAQ Listing Rule 5605 (a) (2).
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ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES.
The following table shows the aggregate fees we paid for professional services provided to us for 2021 and 2020:
|
| 2021 |
|
| 2020 |
| ||
Audit Fees |
| $ | 72,500 |
|
| $ | 65,133 |
|
Audit-Related Fees |
| $ | 89,014 |
|
| $ | 7,900 |
|
Tax Fees |
| $ | 2,875 |
|
| $ | 2,300 |
|
All Other Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
| - |
|
Total |
| $ | 164,389 |
|
| $ | 75,333 |
|
Audit Fees
For the year ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, we paid $72,500 and $65,133 respectively for professional services rendered for the audit and review of our financial statements.
Audit Related Fees
For the fiscal years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, we paid approximately $89,014 and $7,900, respectively, for audit related services for the acquisition of Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, Inc.
Tax Fees
For our fiscal years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, we paid $2,875 and $2,300 respectively, for professional services rendered for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning.
All Other Fees
We did not incur any other fees related to services rendered by our independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.
Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures
As of January 20, 2021, the Board of Directors appointed three independent directors to a newly appointed audit committee and appointed Andrew Lee as the chairman of the audit committee. In its capacity, the audit committee pre-approves all audit (including audit-related) and permitted non-audit services to be performed by the independent auditors. The audit committee will annually approve the scope and fee estimates for the year-end audit to be performed by the Company’s independent auditors for the fiscal year. With respect to other permitted services, the audit committee pre-approves specific engagements, projects and categories of services on a fiscal year basis, subject to individual project and annual maximums. To date, the Company has not engaged its auditors to perform any non-audit related service
The Audit Committee pre-approved all services provided by our independent registered public accounting firm. All the above services and fees during 2021 were pre-approved by our Audit Committee. All the above services in 2021 were reviewed and approved by our Audit Committee either before or after the respective services were rendered.
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Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules.
(a) Documents filed as part of this Annual Report.
| 1. | Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID |
| 2. | Financial Statement Schedules |
Exhibits:
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| Rule 13a-14(a)/ 15d-14(a) Certification of Principal Executive Officer | |
| Rule 13a-14(a)/ 15d-14(a) Certification of Principal Financial Officer |
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101. INS |
| Inline XBRL Instance Document (the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document) |
101. SCH |
| Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document |
101. CAL |
| Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document |
101. DEF |
| Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document |
101. LAB |
| Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document |
101. PRE |
| Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document |
104 |
| Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101). |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| AmpliTech Group, Inc. | ||
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Date: March 31, 2022 | By: | /s/ Fawad Maqbool | |
| Fawad Maqbool | ||
| President and Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) | ||
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
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| Title |
| Date |
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/s/ Fawad Maqbool |
| President, Chief Executive Officer and |
| March 31, 2022 |
Fawad Maqbool |
| Chairman of the Board of Directors (Principal Executive Officer) | ||
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/s/ Louisa Sanfratello |
| Chief Financial Officer and Secretary |
| March 31, 2022 |
Louisa Sanfratello |
| (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) | ||
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/s/ Andrew Lee |
| Director |
| March 31, 2022 |
Andrew Lee |
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/s/ Daniel Mazziota |
| Director |
| March 31, 2022 |
Daniel Mazziota |
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/s/ Matthew Kappers |
| Director |
| March 31, 2022 |
Matthew Kappers |
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EXHIBIT 23.1
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
AmpliTech Group Inc.
Bohemia, NY
We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement (No. 333-251332) on Form S-8, and Registration Statements (No. 333-255656 and No. 333-254969) on Form S-3 of AmpliTech Group, Inc. of our report dated March 31, 2022, with respect to our audits of the consolidated financial statements of AmpliTech Group Inc.. as of and for the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020, which appears in this Form 10-K.
/s/ Sadler, Gibb & Associates, LLC
Draper, UT
March 31, 2022
EXHIBIT 31.1
CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PURSUANT TO SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
I, Fawad Maqbool, President and Chief Executive Officer of AmpliTech Group, Inc. (the “Company”), certify that:
| 1. | I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of the Company for the year ended December 31, 2021; |
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| 2. | Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report; |
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| 3. | Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Company as of, and for, the periods presented in this report; |
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| 4. | I am responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the Company and have: |
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| a. | Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Company, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared; |
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| b. | Designed such disclosure control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting got be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles; |
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| c. | Evaluated the effectiveness of the small business issuer’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and |
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| d. | Disclosed in this report any change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the Company’s fourth fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting; and |
| 5. | I have disclosed, based on my most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the Company’s auditors and the audit committee of the Company’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions): |
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| a. | All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Company’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and |
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| b. | Any fraud, whether material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. |
Date: March 31, 2022
| By: | /s/ Fawad Maqbool |
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| Fawad Maqbool |
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| President and Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) |
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EXHIBIT 31.2
CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
PURSUANT TO SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
I, Louisa Sanfratello, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of AmpliTech Group, Inc. (the “Company”), certify that:
| 1. | I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of the Company for the year ended December 31, 2021; |
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| 2. | Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report; |
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| 3. | Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Company as of, and for, the periods presented in this report; |
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| 4. | I am responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the Company and have: |
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| a. | Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Company, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared; |
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| b. | Designed such disclosure control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting got be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles; |
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| c. | Evaluated the effectiveness of the small business issuer’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and |
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| d. | Disclosed in this report any change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the Company’s fourth fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting; and |
| 5. | I have disclosed, based on my most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the Company’s auditors and the audit committee of the Company’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions): |
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| a. | All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Company’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and |
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| b. | Any fraud, whether material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. |
Date March 31, 2022
| /s/ Louisa Sanfratello |
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| Louisa Sanfratello, CPA Chief Financial Officer and Secretary (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) |
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EXHIBIT 32.1
CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
The undersigned, Fawad Maqbool, President and Chief Executive Officer, of AmpliTech Group, Inc. (the “Registrant”) certifies, under the standards set forth and solely for the purposes of 18 U.S.C. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that the Annual Report on Form 10-K of the Registrant for the year ended December 31, 2021 (the “Report”):
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| (1) | fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and |
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| (2) | the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Registrant. |
Dated: March 31, 2022
| By: | /s/ Fawad Maqbool |
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| Fawad Maqbool |
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| President and Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer) |
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A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.
EXHIBIT 32.2
CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
The undersigned, Louisa Sanfratello, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of AmpliTech Group, Inc. (the “Registrant”) certifies, under the standards set forth and solely for the purposes of 18 U.S.C. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that the Annual Report on Form 10-K of the Registrant for the year ended December 31, 2021 (the “Report”):
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| (1) | fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and |
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| (2) | the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Registrant. |
Dated: March 31, 2022
| /s/ Louisa Sanfratello |
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| Louisa Sanfratello, CPA Chief Financial Officer and Secretary (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) |
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A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.