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Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, each share of common stock reported in this row was converted into the right to receive a cash payment (without interest and subject to any applicable taxes) equal to the per share merger consideration of $30.00. As a result of the merger, the reporting person no longer beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, any shares of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The performance restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and the number of shares to be acquired upon vesting was subject to the achievement of certain performance metrics tied to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, as determined by the Compensation Committee at the time of grant, over a three-year performance period ending on December 31, 2024.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and was subject to vesting in full on February 22, 2025.

These options were canceled pursuant to the Merger Agreement and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such option immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 24, 2023 and was subject to vesting in full on February 24, 2026.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and was subject to vesting in full on February 22, 2025.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The performance restricted stock unit award was granted on March 5, 2021 and the number of shares to be acquired upon vesting was subject to the achievement of certain performance metrics tied to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, as determined by the Compensation Committee at the time of grant, over a three-year performance period ending on December 31, 2023.

Disposed of in connection with the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, each share of common stock reported in this row was converted into the right to receive a cash payment (without interest and subject to any applicable taxes) equal to the per share merger consideration of $30.00. As a result of the merger, the reporting person no longer beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, any shares of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 24, 2023 and was subject to vesting in full on February 24, 2024.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 24, 2023 and was subject to vesting in full on February 24, 2026.

These options were canceled pursuant to the Merger Agreement and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such option immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Disposed of in connection with the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The performance restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and the number of shares to be acquired upon vesting was subject to the achievement of certain performance metrics tied to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, as determined by the Compensation Committee at the time of grant, over a three-year performance period ending on December 31, 2024.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 24, 2023 and was subject to vesting in full on February 24, 2026.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The performance restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and the number of shares to be acquired upon vesting was subject to the achievement of certain performance metrics tied to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, as determined by the Compensation Committee at the time of grant, over a three-year performance period ending on December 31, 2024.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on March 5, 2021 and was subject to vesting in full on March 5, 2024.

Pursuant to the Rollover Agreement dated as of August 7, 2023, among the reporting person, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and the other signatories thereto , the reporting person agreed to contribute these shares to Topco (the "Rollover") in exchange for common membership interests in Topco, effective as of the effective time of the merger. For purposes of the Rollover, the reporting person's shares were valued at $30.00 per share.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement) by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 24, 2023 and was subject to vesting in full on February 24, 2024.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, each share of common stock reported in this row was converted into the right to receive a cash payment (without interest and subject to any applicable taxes) equal to the per share merger consideration of $30.00. As a result of the merger, the reporting person no longer beneficially owns, directly or indirectly, any shares of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement) by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time (as defined in the Merger Agreement) by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and was subject to vesting in full on February 22, 2025.

Disposed of in connection with the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

This statement is being filed by the Reporting Person. In connection with the Issuer's merger (the "Merger") with Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Merger Sub") and wholly-owned subsidiary of Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Parent"), immediately prior to the effective time of the Merger and pursuant to a rollover agreement dated as of August 10, 2023, by and among the Trust, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QP, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQP") (the "Rollover Agreement"), the Trust contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by the Trust to BRQP in exchange for an interest in BRQP calculated pursuant to the Rollover Agreement.

(Continued from Footnote 2) Pursuant to a contribution agreement, dated as of August 21, 2023 by and among Topco, BRQP and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QC, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQC") (the "Contribution Agreement"), BRQP subsequently contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by BRQP to Topco in exchange for a number of common units in Topco calculated pursuant to the Contribution Agreement.

These shares are held by the Survivor's Trust under the Riley Family Trust (the "Trust") for which Richard Riley (the "Reporting Person") acts as trustee.

Disposed of in connection with the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement.

This statement is being filed by Bryant R. Riley (the "Reporting Person"). In connection with the Issuer's merger (the "Merger") with Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Merger Sub") and wholly-owned subsidiary of Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Parent"), immediately prior to the effective time of the Merger and pursuant to a rollover agreement dated as of August 7, 2023, by and among the Reporting Person, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QP, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQP") (the "Rollover Agreement"), the Reporting Person contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by the Reporting Person to BRQP in exchange for an interest in BRQP calculated pursuant to the Rollover Agreement.

(Continued from Footnote 1) Pursuant to a contribution agreement, dated as of August 21, 2023 by and among Topco, BRQP and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QC, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQC") (the "Contribution Agreement"), BRQP subsequently contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by BRQP to Topco in exchange for a number of common units in Topco calculated pursuant to the Contribution Agreement.

When granted, each unit represented a contingent right to receive one share of Franchise Group, Inc. common stock.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

The performance restricted stock unit award was granted on February 22, 2022 and the number of shares to be acquired upon vesting was subject to the achievement of certain performance metrics tied to adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow, as determined by the Compensation Committee at the time of grant, over a three-year performance period ending on December 31, 2024.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

This statement is being filed by Daniel Ondeck (the "Reporting Person"). In connection with the Issuer's merger (the "Merger") with Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Merger Sub") and wholly-owned subsidiary of Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Parent"), immediately prior to the effective time of the Merger and pursuant to a rollover agreement dated as of August 10, 2023, by and among the Reporting Person, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QP, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQP") (the "Rollover Agreement"), the Reporting Person contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by the Reporting Person to BRQP in exchange for an interest in BRQP calculated pursuant to the Rollover Agreement.

(Continued from Footnote 1) Pursuant to a contribution agreement, dated as of August 21, 2023 by and among Topco, BRQP and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QC, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQC") (the "Contribution Agreement"), BRQP subsequently contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by BRQP to Topco in exchange for a number of common units in Topco calculated pursuant to the Contribution Agreement.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

These options were canceled pursuant to the Merger Agreement and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such option immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

This statement is being filed by the Reporting Person. In connection with the Issuer's merger (the "Merger") with Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Merger Sub") and wholly-owned subsidiary of Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Parent"), immediately prior to the effective time of the Merger and pursuant to a rollover agreement dated as of August 7, 2023, by and among the Trust, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QP, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQP") (the "Rollover Agreement"), the Trust contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by the Trust to BRQP in exchange for an interest in BRQP calculated pursuant to the Rollover Agreement.

(Continued from Footnote 2) Pursuant to a contribution agreement, dated as of August 21, 2023 by and among Topco, BRQP and B. Riley Private Shares 2023-2 QC, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("BRQC") (the "Contribution Agreement"), BRQP subsequently contributed each share of common stock of the Issuer held by BRQP to Topco in exchange for a number of common units in Topco calculated pursuant to the Contribution Agreement.

These shares are held by the Kelleher Family Trust (the "Trust") for which Thomas J. Kelleher (the "Reporting Person") acts as trustee.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 10, 2023 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Franchise Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Freedom VCM, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Parent"), and Freedom VCM Subco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Parent, at the Effective Time (as defined therein), each outstanding performance restricted stock unit automatically accelerated and vested in full and at target performance, and converted into the right to receive, without interest, an amount in cash equal to the product obtained by multiplying (A) the number of shares of common stock subject to such restricted stock unit immediately prior to the Effective Time by (B) $30.00, less applicable taxes required to be withheld.

Pursuant to the Rollover Agreement dated as of August 7, 2023, among the reporting person, Freedom VCM Holdings, LLC ("Topco") and the other signatories thereto, the reporting person agreed to contribute these shares to Topco (the "Rollover") in exchange for common membership interests in Topco, effective as of the effective time of the merger. For purposes of the Rollover, the reporting person's shares were valued at $30.00 per share.