UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20459
SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION
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CISTERA NETWORKS, INC.
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CISTERA NETWORKS, INC.
6509 WINDCREST DRIVE, SUITE 160, PLANO, TX 75024
(972) 381-4699
This Information Statement is being furnished to you, as a holder of Common Stock, par value
$0.001 (Common Stock), of Cistera Networks, Inc., a Nevada corporation (the Company or we),
on or around September 23, 2009, to inform you of (i) the approval on June 9, 2009 of resolutions
by our Board of Directors (the Board) proposing amendments to our Articles of Incorporation (the
Articles of Incorporation) to effect a reverse stock split of our Common Stock followed
immediately by a forward stock split of our Common Stock (the Reverse/Forward Stock Split), and
(ii) our receipt of written consents dated June 9, 2009, approving such amendment by stockholders
holding 65.6% of the voting power of all of our stockholders entitled to vote on the matter as of
June 9, 2009 (the Record Date). The resolutions adopted by the Board and the written consents of
the stockholders give us the authority to file Certificates of Amendment to the Certificate of
Incorporation (the Certificates of Amendment). The Certificates of Amendment shall be filed with
the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada on or after October 13, 2009, (20 calendar days
following the date this Information Statement is first mailed to our stockholders) and will become
effective immediately thereafter (the Effective Date). As a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split, as described in more detail below, stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares of our Common
Stock will be cashed out at a price of $.14 per share, and the holdings of all other stockholders
will remain unchanged.
Although the Reverse/Forward Split has been approved by the requisite number of stockholders,
the Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to abandon the Reverse/Forward Split prior to the
proposed Effective Date if it determines that abandoning the Reverse Split is in the best interests
of the Company.
The intended effect of the Reverse/Forward Split is to reduce the number of record holders of
our Common Stock to fewer than 300 so that we will be eligible to terminate the public registration
of our Common Stock under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act).
Provided that the Reverse Split/Forward has the intended effect, we will file to deregister our
Common Stock with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the Commission) and to terminate the
listing of shares of our Common Stock on the OTC Bulletin Board. We will in such case no longer be
required to file periodic reports with the Commission, although we intend to continue to provide
similar information through the Pink Sheets News Service.
WE ARE NOT ASKING YOU FOR A PROXY AND YOU ARE REQUESTED NOT TO SEND US A PROXY.
This Information Statement is dated September 23, 2009, and is first being mailed to our
stockholders on or about September 23, 2009.
NEITHER THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION NOR ANY STATE SECURITIES COMMISSION HAS:
APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED OF THE TRANSACTION; PASSED UPON THE MERITS OR FAIRNESS OF THE TRANSACTION;
OR PASSED UPON THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THE DISCLOSURE IN THIS INFORMATION STATEMENT. ANY
REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
All necessary corporate approvals in connection with the Reverse Split have been obtained.
This Information Statement is being furnished to all of our stockholders pursuant to Section 14(c)
of the Exchange Act, the rules promulgated thereunder and the provisions of the Nevada Revised
Statutes, solely for the purpose of informing stockholders of the Reverse/Forward Split before it
takes effect.
This Information Statement is furnished solely for the purpose of informing stockholders of
this corporate action in the manner required by Rule 14c-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of
1934.
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The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is comprised of a reverse stock split (the Reverse Split)
pursuant to which each 3 shares of Common Stock registered in the name of a stockholder immediately
prior to the effective time of the Reverse Split will be converted into one share of Common Stock,
followed immediately by a forward stock split (the Forward Split), pursuant to which each share
of Common Stock outstanding upon consummation of the Reverse Split will be converted into 3 shares
of Common Stock. Interests in fractional shares owned by stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares of
Common Stock, whose shares of Common Stock would be converted into less than one share in the
Reverse Split, will instead be converted into the right to receive a cash payment of $.14 per share
owned by such stockholders prior to the Reverse Split. However, if a registered stockholder holds 3
or more shares of Common Stock in his or her account immediately prior to the effective time of the
Reverse Split, any fractional share in such account resulting from the Reverse Split will not be
cashed out and the total number of shares held by such holder will not change as a result of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
We intend for the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to treat stockholders holding Common Stock in
street name through a nominee (such as a bank or broker) in the same manner as stockholders whose
shares are registered in their names, and nominees will be instructed to effect the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split for their beneficial holders. However, nominees may have different procedures, and
stockholders holding shares in street name should contact their nominees. A stockholder holding
fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock in street name who wants to receive cash in the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split should instruct his, her or its nominee to transfer such stockholders shares into a
record account in such stockholders name in a timely manner and in any event prior to the
Effective Date, which is the 20th calendar day following the date this Information Statement is
first mailed to our stockholders, to ensure that such stockholder will be considered a holder of
record prior to the Effective Date of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. A stockholder holding fewer
than 3 shares of Common Stock in street name through a nominee who does not transfer shares into a
record account prior to the Effective Date may not have his, her or its shares cashed out in
connection with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. For instance, a stockholders shares may not be
cashed out if such stockholders nominee is a record holder of an aggregate of 3 or more shares of
Common Stock, holds shares for multiple stockholders in street name and does not provide such
beneficial ownership positions prior to the Effective Date to the Registrar and Transfer Company,
our exchange agent (the Exchange Agent). Stockholders may continue to sell their shares of the
Companys Common Stocks on the OTC Bulletin Board until the Effective Date, which is the 20th
calendar day following the date this Information Statement is first mailed to our stockholders.
As soon as practicable after the Effective Date, we will send all stockholders with stock
certificates representing rights to receive cash payments a letter of transmittal to be used to
transmit Common Stock certificates to the Exchange Agent. Upon proper completion and execution of
the letter of transmittal, and the return of the letter of transmittal and accompanying stock
certificate(s) to the Exchange Agent, each stockholder entitled to receive payment will receive a
check for such stockholders stock. In the event we are unable to locate certain stockholders or
if a stockholder fails properly to complete, execute and return the letter of transmittal and
accompanying stock certificate to the Exchange Agent, any funds payable to such holders pursuant to
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will be held in escrow until a proper claim is made, subject to
applicable abandoned property laws.
SUMMARY OF TERMS OF REVERSE STOCK SPLIT
The following is a summary of the material terms of the proposed Certificates of Amendment,
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and the other transactions contemplated in connection with the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
This Information Statement contains a more detailed description of the terms of the proposed
Certificates of Amendment and the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. We encourage you to read the entire
Information Statement and each of the documents that we have attached as an Annex to this
Information Statement carefully.
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The Board has authorized a 1-for-3 Reverse Split of our Common Stock, followed
immediately by a 3-for-1 Forward Split of our Common Stock. See also the information
under the captions Structure of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special Factors
Reasons for and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Recommendation
of the Board; Fairness of Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement.
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The Board has determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is fair to and in
the best interest of all of our unaffiliated stockholders, including those stockholders
owning shares being cashed out pursuant to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and those
who will retain an equity interest in our Company subsequent to the consummation of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. See also the information under the caption Recommendation
of the Board; Fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information
Statement.
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The members of the Board and certain executive officers have voted, or caused
to be voted, all shares which they directly or indirectly control in favor of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Gregory Royal, a director and our President and Chief
Executive Officer, controls 1,298,326 shares of Common Stock, representing
approximately 7.5% of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. The shares of issued and
outstanding Common Stock held by our directors and executive officers represent
approximately 7.5% of our voting power. See also the information under the caption
Description of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split Vote Required in this Information
Statement.
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When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split becomes effective, if you hold at
least 3 shares of Common Stock, the number of shares of Common Stock that you hold
will not change, and you will not receive any cash payments. You will not need to
take any action, including exchanging or returning any existing stock certificates,
which will continue to evidence ownership of the same number of shares as set forth
currently on the face of the certificates. See also the information under the caption
Description of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement.
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When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split becomes effective, if you hold fewer
than 3 shares of Common Stock, you will receive a cash payment of $.14 per pre-split
share. As soon as practicable after the Effective Date, you will be notified and
asked to surrender your stock certificates to the Exchange Agent. Upon receipt
of your stock certificates by the Exchange Agent, you will receive your cash payment.
See also the information under the caption Description of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split Exchange of Certificates for Cash Payment or Shares in this Information
Statement.
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The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will not affect the outstanding warrants or
the outstanding stock options or other convertible securities whether exercisable or
unexercisable, and holders of warrants and options will, following the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split, continue to hold warrants, options and other convertible
securities for the same number of shares of Common Stock at the same exercise and
conversion price and other terms as they currently do. See also the information under
the caption Special Factors Effect of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on Option
Holders and Holders of Warrants in this Information Statement.
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The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is not expected to affect our current
business plan or operations, except for the anticipated cost and management time
savings associated with termination of our obligations as a public company. See also
the information under the captions Special Factors Effects of the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split, Special Factors Financial Effect of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
and Conduct of the Companys Business After the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this
Information Statement.
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When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split becomes effective, we will be eligible
to cease filing periodic reports with the Commission and we intend to cease public
registration and terminate the listing of our Common Stock on the OTC Bulletin Board.
Once we cease public registration and terminate the listing of our Common Stock, we
will not be required to provide our Stockholders with periodic or other reports
regarding the Company, although we intend to continue to provide similar information
through the Pink Sheets News Service. See also the information under the captions
Special Factors Reasons for and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and
Recommendation of the Board; Fairness of Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this
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For those stockholders who receive a cash payment in the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split and cease to hold, either directly or indirectly, shares of post-split
Common Stock, you will need to recognize a gain or loss for federal income tax
purposes for the difference between the amount of cash received and the aggregate tax
basis in your shares of Common Stock. For those stockholders that retain Common Stock
incident to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, you will not recognize any gain or loss
for federal income tax purposes. See also the information under the caption Special
Factors Federal Income Tax Consequences of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in
this Information Statement. You are urged to consult with your own tax advisor
regarding the tax consequences of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in light of your
own particular circumstances.
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You are not entitled to appraisal rights under either our governance
documents or the Nevada Revised Statutes. See also the information under the caption
Description of the Reverse Split Appraisal Rights in this Information Statement.
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We have the financial resources to complete the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split, the costs of which we anticipate to be approximately $26,800. However, if on
the date immediately preceding the Effective Date, we believe that the cash required
to pay for the Reverse/Forward Stock Split exceeds our reasonable estimate of the
amount of cash necessary to consummate the Reverse/Forward Split, the Board reserves
the right not to effect the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. See also the information
under the caption Financing of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information
Statement.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THE REVERSE STOCK SPLIT
The following questions and answers briefly address some commonly asked questions about the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split that are not addressed in the Summary of Terms of Reverse/Forward
Stock Split. They may not include all the information that is important to you. We urge you to
read carefully this entire Information Statement, including our financial statements and the
Annexes hereto.
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Our Board believes that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will have, among
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we will terminate the registration of our Common Stock under the Exchange
Act, which will eliminate the significant tangible and intangible costs of our being
a public company, with tangible cost savings of an estimated $198,000 before taxes
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stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares of our Common Stock will not have
an opportunity to liquidate their shares at a time and for a price of their
choosing; instead, they will be cashed out, will no longer be stockholders of our
Company and will not have the opportunity to participate in or benefit from any
future potential appreciation in our value;
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Split may no longer have readily available to them all of the legally mandated
information regarding our operations and results that is currently available in our
filings with the Commission;
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the elimination of the trading market for our Common Stock may result in
us having less flexibility in attracting and retaining executives and employees
since equity-based incentives (such as stock options) tend to be less valuable in a
private company; and
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Split, Special Factors Financial Effect of the Reverse Split and Recommendation of the
Board; Fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement.
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Reverse/Forward Stock Split?
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The Board considered several factors in approving the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split. Importantly, the Board considered the relative advantages and disadvantages
discussed above and under the captions Special Factors Reasons for and Purposes of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special Factors Strategic Alternatives
Considered, Special Factors Background of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and
Special Factors Effects of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split in this Information
Statement. The Board also considered numerous other factors, including:
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the Boards discussions and conclusions about the fairness of the price
of $.14 per pre-split share to be paid following the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to
our stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares; and
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the projected tangible and intangible cost savings to us by terminating
our status as a public company.
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Summit and Recommendation of the Board; Fairness of the Reverse Split in this Information
Statement.
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As a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, we believe that our directors
and executive officers, collectively, will increase their beneficial ownership of our
Common Stock from approximately 7.5% to 7.6%. See also information under the captions
Special Factors Effects of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Special Factors
Potential Disadvantages of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to Stockholders; Accretion
in Ownership and Control of Certain Stockholders in this Information Statement.
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We estimate that we will pay up to approximately $63 to cash out fractional
shares. In addition, we anticipate incurring approximately $26,800 in advisory, legal,
financial, accounting and other fees and costs in connection with the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split. See also information under the captions Special Factors Effects of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special Factors Financial Effect of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Costs of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this
Information Statement.
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The following is a schedule of the reported high and low closing bid quotations per share for
our Common Stock during the period from July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2009, all of which quotations
represent prices between
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dealers, do not include retail mark-up, mark-down or commission and may not necessarily
represent actual transactions:
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Since inception, we have not paid any cash dividends to our stockholders. Any future
declaration and payment of cash dividends will be subject to the discretion of the Board, and will
depend upon our results of operations, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects,
changes in tax legislation and other factors deemed relevant by our Board.
On June 23, 2009, the last trading day prior to the announcement of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split, our Common Stocks closing price per share was $.51 on trading volume of 200 shares.
Previous to this trade, our average closing price for the 60 days prior to June 23, 2009 was
approximately $.08 per share. On September 17, 2009, the last practicable trading day prior to the
date this Information Statement was mailed to stockholders, our Common Stocks closing price was
$0.12. See also information under the caption Financial Statements Selected Historical
Financial Data in this Information Statement.
STRUCTURE OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split includes both a reverse stock split and a forward stock split
of our Common Stock. The Reverse Split is expected to occur following the close of trading on the
Effective Date and the Forward Split is expected to occur immediately following the Reverse Split.
Although the Reverse/Forward Stock Split has been approved by the requisite number of stockholders,
the Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to abandon the Reverse/Forward Stock Split prior
to the proposed Effective Date if it determines that abandoning the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is
in the best interests of the Company.
Upon consummation of the Reverse Split, each registered stockholder on the Effective Date will
receive one share of Common Stock for each 3 shares of Common Stock held in his, her or its account
immediately prior to the effective time of the Reverse Split. If a registered stockholder holds
more than 3 shares of Common Stock in his, her or its account, any fractional share in such account
will not be cashed out after the Reverse Split and the total number of shares held by such holder
will not change as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Such holders will not need to
exchange or return any existing stock certificates, which will continue to evidence ownership of
the same number of shares as set forth currently on the face of the certificates. Any registered
stockholder who holds fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock in his, her or its account immediately
prior to the effective time of the Reverse Split will receive a cash payment of $.14 per pre-split
share instead of fractional shares. In connection with the Forward Split, all registered
stockholders holding at least 3 shares prior to the Reverse Split will receive 3 shares of Common
Stock for every one share of Common Stock they held following the Reverse Split.
We intend for the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to treat stockholders holding Common Stock in
street name through a nominee (such as a bank or broker) in the same manner as stockholders whose
shares are registered in their names, and nominees will be instructed to effect the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split for their beneficial holders. However, nominees may have different procedures, and
stockholders holding shares in street name should contact their nominees. A stockholder holding
fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock in street name who wants to receive cash in the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split should instruct his, her or its nominee to transfer such stockholders shares into a
record account in such stockholders name in a timely manner and in any event prior to the
Effective Date, which is the 20th calendar day following the date this Information Statement is
first mailed to our stockholders, to
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ensure that such stockholder will be considered a holder of record prior to the Effective Date
of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. A stockholder holding fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock in
street name through a nominee who does not transfer shares into a record account prior to the
Effective Date may not have his, her or its shares cashed out in connection with the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. For instance, a stockholders shares may not be cashed out if such
stockholders nominee is a record holder of an aggregate of 3 or more shares of Common Stock, holds
shares for multiple stockholders in street name and does not provide such beneficial ownership
positions in a timely manner to the Exchange Agent. Stockholders may continue to sell their shares
of the Companys Common Stocks on the OTC Bulletin Board until the Effective Date, which is the
20th calendar day following the date this Information Statement is first mailed to our
stockholders.
In general, the Reverse/Forward Stock Split can be illustrated by the following examples:
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stockholder who holds 2 shares of
Common Stock in his account prior to
the Reverse Split.
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Instead of receiving a fractional share of Common Stock immediately after the Effective Date of the
Reverse Split, Stockholder As
shares will be converted into the
right to receive cash in the amount
of $.28 ($0.14 x 2 shares).
Note: If Stockholder A wants to
continue his investment in us, he
can, prior to the Effective Date,
buy at least 1 more share, and hold
them in his account. Stockholder A
would have to act sufficiently in
advance of the Reverse Stock Split
so that the purchase is completed
and the additional shares are
credited in his account by the close
of business (eastern daylight time)
on the Effective Date.
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stockholder who holds 3 shares of
Common Stock in his account prior to
the Reverse Split.
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After the Effective Date of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split,
Stockholder B will continue to hold
all 3 shares of Common Stock.
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Stockholder C holds less than 3
shares of Common Stock in a
brokerage account as of the
Effective Date.
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The Company intends for the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split to treat
stockholders holding Common Stock in
street name through a nominee (such
as a bank or broker) in the same
manner as stockholders whose shares
are registered in their names.
Nominees will be instructed to
effect the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split for their beneficial holders.
However, nominees may have different
procedures and stockholders holding
Common Stock in street name should
contact their nominees. A
stockholder holding fewer than 3
shares of Common Stock in street
name who wants to receive cash in
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
should instruct his, her or its
nominee to transfer such
stockholders shares into a record
account in such stockholders name
in a timely manner to ensure that
such stockholder will be considered
a holder of record prior to the
Effective Date of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. A
stockholder holding fewer than 3
shares of Common Stock in street
name through a nominee who does not
transfer shares into a record
account in a timely manner may not
have his, her or its shares cashed
out in connection with the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. For
instance, a stockholders shares may
not be cashed out if such
stockholders nominee is a record
holder of an aggregate of 3 or more
shares of Common Stock, holds shares
for multiple stockholders in street
name and does not provide such
beneficial ownership positions in a
timely manner to the Exchange Agent.
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The Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to abandon the Reverse Split prior to the
proposed Effective Date if it determines that abandoning the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is in the
best interests of the Company. Factors that may lead the Board to abandon the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split may include, among other things, increased transaction costs to consummate the
transaction, changes in the current economic environment, and an adverse response from the markets
in which the Company operates or adverse responses from our stockholders. If such a determination
to abandon the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is made by the Board, our stockholders would be notified
through the filing of a Current Report with the SEC on Form 8-K.
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Information Statement contains forward-looking statements. The words believe,
expect, anticipate, estimate, project and similar expressions identify forward-looking
statements, which speak only as of the date of this Information Statement. Forward-looking
statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or
quantified. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those made in,
contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. For these reasons, you should not
place undo reliance on any forward-looking statements included in this Information Statement.
SPECIAL FACTORS
Reasons for and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
The primary purpose of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is to reduce the number of record
holders of our Common Stock to fewer than 300, so that we can terminate the registration of our
Common Stock under Section 12(g) of the Exchange Act. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is expected
to result in the elimination of the expenses related to our disclosure and reporting requirements
under the Exchange Act and to decrease the administrative expense we incur in servicing a large
number of record stockholders who own relatively small numbers of our shares.
As discussed further in this Information Statement under the caption Special Factors
Background of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, the Board initiated its review of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split as a strategic alternative to maximize stockholder value at a meeting
on March 18, 2009. At that meeting, in connection with its review of strategic issues confronting
the Company, the Board expressed concern about expense of remaining a public company and continuing
to comply with the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act in light of the extremely
low trading volume of shares of the Companys Common Stock on the OTC Bulletin Board. The Board
therefore decided to consider whether it should remain a publicly held company.
The Board believes that any material benefit derived from continued registration under the
Exchange Act is outweighed by the cost. We have been unable to provide increased value to our
stockholders as a public company, and particularly as a result of the increased cost and tangible
and intangible burdens associated with being a public company following the passage of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (the Sarbanes-Oxley Act), we do not believe that continuing our public
company status is in the best interest of the Company or our stockholders.
The Board believes that the significant tangible and intangible costs of our being a public
company are not justified because we have not been able to realize many of the benefits that
publicly traded companies sometimes realize. The Board does not believe that we are in a position
to use our status as a public company to raise capital through sales of securities in a public
offering, or otherwise to access the public markets to raise equity capital. In addition, our
Common Stocks extremely limited trading volume, stock price and public float have all but
eliminated our ability to use our Common Stock as acquisition currency or to attract and retain
employees.
Our Common Stocks extremely limited trading volume and public float have also impaired our
stockholders ability to sell their shares, which has prevented them from realizing the full
benefits of holding publicly traded stock. Our low market capitalization has resulted in limited
interest from market makers or financial analysts who might report on our activity to the
investment community. In addition, our directors and executive officers historically have owned a
substantial percentage of our outstanding stock. As of the Record Date, our directors and
executive officers beneficially owned a total of 1,298,326 shares, or 7.5 % of the outstanding
shares. For information with respect to the shares beneficially owned by our directors and
executive officers, see the information under the caption Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial
Owners and Management in this Information Statement. Our directors and executive officers
generally have not sold their shares, which has further limited our public float and trading
volume. During the 12 months ended June 19, 2009, our stock traded infrequently, with reported
trades occurring on only 116 days, and with an average daily trading volume of 4,216 shares for
such 12-month period. Because the Common Stock has been thinly traded, entering into a large
purchase or sale, to the extent possible, would risk a significant impact on the market price of
our Common Stock. The Board believes that it is unlikely that our market capitalization and
trading liquidity will increase significantly in the foreseeable future.
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Our status as a public company has not only failed to benefit our stockholders materially, but
also, in the Boards view, places an unnecessary financial burden on us. That burden has only
risen in recent years, since the enactment of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. As a public company, we
incur direct costs associated with compliance with the Commissions filing and reporting
requirements imposed on public companies. To comply with the public company requirements, we incur
an estimated $224,000 annually before taxes in related expenses. Of these expenses, we anticipate
that the deregistration of our shares after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will result in a
reduction of approximately $198,000 in annual expenses as follows:
ESTIMATED FUTURE ANNUAL SAVINGS TO BE REALIZED IF THE COMPANY GOES PRIVATE
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38,000
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Internal Control Compliance
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140,000
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Stockholder Expenses
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The estimates set forth above are only estimates. The actual savings that we may realize may
be higher or lower than the estimates set forth above. In light of our current size, opportunities
and resources, the Board does not believe that such costs are justified. Therefore, the Board
believes that it is in our best interests and the best interests of our stockholders to eliminate
the administrative, financial and additional accounting burdens associated with being a public
company by consummating the Reverse/Forward Stock Split at this time rather than continue to
subject the Company to these burdens.
The substantial costs and burdens imposed on us as a result of being public are likely to
continue to increase significantly as a result of the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the
implementation of the regulatory reforms adopted by the Commission. The overall executive time
expended on the preparation and review of our public filings will likely continue to increase
substantially in order for our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer to certify the
financial statements in each of our public filings as required under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Since
we have relatively few executive personnel, these indirect costs can be significant relative to our
overall expenses and, although there will be no direct monetary savings with respect to these
indirect costs when the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected and we cease filing periodic
reports with the Commission, the time currently devoted by management to our public company
reporting obligations could be devoted to other purposes, such as operational concerns to further
our business objectives and the interests of our stockholders. Additionally, the passage of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act may make it difficult for us to attract and retain independent directors without
increasing director compensation and obtaining additional directors and officers liability
insurance. See also information under the caption Special Factors Strategic Alternatives
Considered in this Information Statement for an additional description of the reasons why our
Board approved the Reverse/Forward Stock Split instead of another alternative transaction
structure.
While there has been no significant change in the tangible and intangible costs of our being a
public company or in the liquidity of our Common Stock over the recent period, additional external
factors have lead the Board to consider implementing the Reverse/Forward Stock Split at this time.
As of March 2009, the U.S. economy was in a steep recession and had been for several months.
Overall economic activity contracted sharply during the fourth quarter of 2008 and first quarter of
2009 by approximately 6.3% and 5.5% respectively according to the United States Government. This
in turn has resulted in a significant reduction in business confidence and capital spending.
During this time, our business has retracted significantly. We believe that this is primarily
due to the downturn in the economy worldwide, which has resulted in longer sales cycles, as
potential customers are hesitant to spend money on capital purchases. In addition, we have seen a
decrease in licensing additional software and purchasing hardware, in part because many customers
are experiencing minimal growth in revenues or revenue reductions and some customers are reducing
their number of employees.
In light of current economic conditions, we believe that the cost of compliance of being a
public company has become unbearable for the Company at a time when we are undertaking cost cutting
measures and the Company
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is experiencing tight cash flow and a tight credit environment. We believe that removing this
considerable compliance expense will contribute to allowing the Company to attain profitability.
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will terminate the equity interests in the Company of
approximately 446 record holders of Common Stock; as of June 9, 2009, each of these record holders
held fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock. We intend for the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to treat
stockholders holding Common Stock in street name through a nominee (such as a bank or broker) in
the same manner as record holders. Nominees will be instructed to effect the Reverse Split for
their beneficial holders. However, nominees may have different procedures and stockholders holding
shares in street name should contact their nominees.
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is expected to relieve us of the administrative burden, cost
and other disadvantages associated with filing reports and otherwise complying with the
requirements of registration under the federal securities laws and the listing requirements of the
OTC Bulletin Board by deregistering and delisting our Common Stock. Additionally, the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split will provide small stockholders a beneficial mechanism to liquidate
their equity interest at a fair price for their shares without having to pay brokerage commissions,
particularly in light of the limited liquidity available to holders of our Common Stock in the open
market.
Based on information available to us, we presently have an aggregate of approximately 628
record holders and beneficial holders of our Common Stock (collectively, holders), of which
approximately 446 holders each own 2 shares or less. In the aggregate, the shares held by these
small holders comprise less than 0.6% of our outstanding shares of Common Stock. The
administrative burden and cost to us of maintaining records in respect of these numerous small
accounts and the associated cost of preparing, printing and mailing information to them is, in the
Boards view, excessive given our limited size and the nature of our operations. These
expenditures result in no material benefit to us. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will enable us
to eliminate much of these costs.
When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is consummated, stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares
of Common Stock will no longer have any equity interest in the Company and will not participate in
our future earnings or any increases in the value of our assets or operations. Thus, only our
employees, executive officers, directors and continuing stockholders will benefit from any future
increase in our earnings. The stockholders that will continue to have an equity interest in the
Company after the Reverse Split will own a security, the liquidity of which will be severely
restricted. See also information under the captions Recommendation of the Board; Fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to Stockholders in
this Information Statement.
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will (i) cause us to cash out shares held by any stockholder
holding fewer than 3 shares, (ii) not cash out any shares held by any stockholder holding at least
3 shares of Common Stock and (iii) change the percentage of Common Stock held by the remaining
stockholders to 100%. However, the Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to abandon the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split prior to the proposed Effective Date if it determines that abandoning
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is in the best interests of the Company.
Strategic Alternatives Considered
In making the determination to proceed with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, the Board
evaluated a number of other strategic alternatives. In evaluating the risks and benefits of each
strategic alternative, the Board determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split would be the
simplest and most cost-effective approach to achieve the purposes described above. These
alternatives were:
Self-tender offer
. The Board considered the possibility of a self-tender offer by
which we might offer to repurchase shares of our outstanding Common Stock. The current financial
position of the Company, however, make such a self-tender impossible as the Company does not have
the financial resources to execute on a self-tender offer. Further, the results of an issuer
tender offer would be unpredictable, due to its voluntary nature.
Purchase of shares in the open market
. The Board also considered purchasing our
shares in the open market in order to reduce the number of our record stockholders to fewer than
300. However, given the low daily
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trading volume of our Common Stock, there was no assurance that purchasing shares in isolated
transactions would reduce the number of stockholders sufficiently to permit us to terminate our
public reporting requirements under the Exchange Act and deregister in a reasonable period of time.
Further, due to the high transaction cost and current low share prices of our Common Stock, the
Board believed it unlikely that stockholders holding fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock would sell
their shares in the open marked.
Selling the Company
. The Board considered a sale of the Company. However, in light
of the Companys current financial condition, the Board determined that a sale was not practical,
or in the best interest of our stockholders, at this time.
Maintaining the status quo
. The Board also considered taking no action to reduce the
number of our stockholders. However, due to the significant and increasing costs of being public,
the Board believed that maintaining the status quo would be detrimental to all stockholders. We
would continue to incur the expenses of being a public company without realizing the benefits of
public company status.
Background of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
At its meeting on April 9, 2009, the Board began to consider various potential strategic
alternatives in order to maximize stockholder value and to address the Boards concern regarding
the general and administrative expenses associated with our reporting and filing requirements as a
public company. In particular, the Board noted the large number of our stockholders with small
holdings of Common Stock and observed that, in its view, the administrative burden and costs to the
Company of maintaining records with respect to these numerous small accounts and the associated
costs of preparing, printing and mailing information to these stockholders was excessive, given our
resources and operations. Management, at that time, estimated that we might have as many as 300
stockholders holding 1 or 2 shares. The Board discussed the merits of undertaking a reverse stock
split to eliminate and cash out these stockholders. The Board discussed the possibility that such
a transaction could result in the Company going private. The Board authorized management to
consult with Colbert Johnston LLP, our corporate counsel, to identify the possible legal
implications of such a transaction.
From April 10
th
2009 through May 6
th
2009, management considered the
various issues raised and discussed at the meeting of the Board on April 9, 2009. Management also
considered various potential transaction structures, the most effective means of pursuing a
going-private transaction and the advantages and disadvantages associated with the Company going
private. In connection with its deliberations, management consulted extensively with counsel.
On May 6
th
2009, the Board held a meeting to consider managements report on our
various strategic alternatives and, in particular, the estimated costs and benefits of proceeding
with a going-private transaction. All directors were present at the meeting. In addition, a
representative from Colbert Johnston, the Companys legal counsel was present and available during
the meeting to address the questions and concerns of the Board. Colbert Johnston advised the
directors of their fiduciary obligations in considering and investigating the various strategic
alternatives available to the Company. The Board explored in detail the advantages and
disadvantages of each of the following strategic alternatives: a reverse stock split, a self-tender
offer at a similar price per share, the purchase of shares in the open market, a sale of the
Company, and maintaining the status quo.
The Board and Colbert Johnston also discussed in detail how the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the rules
and regulations promulgated by the Commission and the burden of complying with the periodic
reporting requirements of the Exchange Act had increased substantially the cost of remaining a
public company and would further increase the cost in the near future. The Boards view was that
these costs outweighed any benefits we or our stockholders received from our status as a public
company.
The Board concurred that going private pursuant to a reverse stock split might be a desirable
strategic alternative to consider, provided that it was effected at a price and on terms fair to
all of our stockholders. The Board considered seeking a financial advisor to assist the Board in
determining the fairness of a reverse stock split and the consideration for fractional interest.
After extended discussion, the Board agreed that, in view of the cost of retaining a financial
advisor and a fairness opinion relative to the size of the transaction contemplated, the Board
itself would ensure the procedural fairness of the transaction. Further, the Board determined that
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fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split would be supported by the fact that stockholder
could decide whether to remain a stockholder or be cashed out by buying or selling shares in the
stock market.
After additional discussion, the Board determined that the price for fractional interests
would be based on the Companys average closing price on OTC: BB market for the prior six month
period. The Board determined that this price would be a fair price after considering other
potential valuation methods. In arriving at this determination, the Board considered the Companys
thin trading volume, financial losses in recent years, negative stockholder equity, current
liquidity issues facing the Company, and that its auditors had expressed a going concern opinion
for fiscal 2007. On the basis of these factors, the Board determined by a unanimous vote that, as
of June 9, 2009, a 1-for-3 Reverse Split, with fractional interests cashed out at a per pre-split
share equal to $.14, was fair to all stockholders, including those whose shares would be cashed out
pursuant to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and those who would retain an equity interest in the
Company subsequent to the consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. See titled Special
Factors Reasons for and Purpose of the Reverse Split, Special Factors Strategic
Alternatives Considered and Fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to Stockholders.
At the conclusion of the June 9, 2009 meeting, the Board acted by unanimous written consent to
approve the Certificate of Amendment and thereby proceed with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
Effects of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
If effected, based on information available to us, the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will reduce
the number of record stockholders of our Common Stock from approximately 628 to approximately 182.
This reduction in the number of our stockholders will enable us to terminate the registration of
our Common Stock under the Exchange Act, which will substantially reduce the information required
to be furnished by us to our stockholders and to the Commission, although we have provided certain
assurances to Roaring Fork Capital Management, one of our largest stockholders, that we would
continue to provide similar information through the Pink Sheets News Service. Additionally,
certain provisions of the Exchange Act will no longer apply, such as the short-swing profit
recovery provisions of Section 16(b).
For a total expenditure by us of up to approximately $26,800 in transaction costs (including
advisory, legal, financial, accounting and other fees and costs) and approximately $63 in purchase
costs for fractional shares, we estimate we will realize an estimated $198,000 in cost savings on
an annual basis by terminating our public company status. We intend to apply for termination of
registration of our Common Stock under the Exchange Act as soon as practicable following completion
of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. However, the Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to
abandon the Reverse/Forward Stock Split prior to the proposed Effective Date if it determines that
abandoning the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is in the best interests of the Company.
The effect of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on each stockholder will depend on the number of
shares that such stockholder owns. Registered stockholders holding more than 3 shares of Common
Stock will be unaffected by the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Registered stockholders and
stockholders holding shares of Common Stock in street name through a nominee (i.e., a broker or a
bank) holding fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock will have their shares converted into the right
to receive a cash amount equal to $.14 per share. See also Structure of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split in this Information Statement for additional information with respect to the effect of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split on each stockholder.
Potential Disadvantages of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to Stockholders; Accretion in Ownership
and Control of Certain Stockholders
Stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock immediately prior to the effective
time of the Reverse Split will, after giving effect to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, no longer
have any equity interest in the Company and therefore will not participate in our future potential
earnings or growth. It is expected that as many as 446 holders will be fully cashed out in the
Reverse Split. It will not be possible for cashed out stockholders to re-acquire an equity
interest in the Company unless they purchase an interest from the remaining stockholders.
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The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will require stockholders who own fewer than 3 shares of
Common Stock involuntarily to surrender their shares for cash. These stockholders will not have
the ability to continue to hold their shares. The ownership interest of these stockholders will be
terminated as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, but the Board has concluded that the
completion of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split overall will benefit these stockholders because of,
among other reasons, the liquidity provided to them by the transaction at a price determined by the
Board to be fair to these stockholders.
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will increase the percentage of beneficial ownership of each
of the officers, directors and major stockholders of the Company. Based on an assumed cash-out of
approximately 446 shares, the percentage ownership of each holder remaining after the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split will increase by 0.6%. By way of example, if a holder held 10% of the
outstanding Common Stock prior to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, such holder would hold
approximately 10.6% after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. See also information under the caption
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management in this Information Statement.
Potential disadvantages to our stockholders who will remain as stockholders after the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split include decreased access to information and decreased liquidity as a
result of the termination of the listing of our Common Stock on the OTC Bulletin Board. When the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected, we intend to terminate the registration of our Common
Stock under the Exchange Act. As a result of the termination, we will no longer be subject to the
periodic reporting requirements or the proxy rules of the Exchange Act, although we provided
certain assurances to Roaring Fork Capital Management, one of our largest stockholders, that we
would continue to provide similar information through the Pink Sheets News Service.
Termination of registration under the Exchange Act also will make many of the liability
provisions of the Exchange Act no longer applicable to us, including the short-swing profit
provisions of Section 16, the proxy solicitation rules under Section 14 and the stock ownership
reporting rules under Section 13. In addition, we will no longer be s required to have our
financial statements audited, our officers will no longer be required to certify to the accuracy of
our financial statements, and affiliate stockholders may be deprived of the ability to dispose of
their Common Stock under Rule 144 promulgated under the Securities Act.
Effect of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on Option Holders and Holders of Purchase Warrants
Regardless of whether an outstanding stock option, purchase warrant, or other convertible
security provides a right to purchase less than, equal to or greater than 3 shares, the number of
shares underlying each such outstanding stock option granted by the Company and each purchase
warrant and other convertible security will not change as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split. The Board has determined that no adjustment to the outstanding stock options are necessary
or appropriate in connection with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and that no adjustment to the
outstanding purchase warrants or other convertible securities is necessary or appropriate in
connection with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Because of the symmetry of the 1-for-3 Reverse
Split and the 3-for-1 Forward Split, the Board has determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
will not cause dilution or enlargement of the benefits intended by the Company to be made available
under the Companys with respect to any outstanding stock options, warrants or convertible
securities.
Financial Effect of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
Completion of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will require approximately $26,863 of cash,
which includes $26,800 for advisory, legal, financial, accounting and other fees and costs related
to the transaction. As a result, we will have decreased working capital following the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split which may have a material effect on our capitalization, liquidity,
results of operations and cash flow. The payments to holders of fewer than 3 pre-split shares of
Common Stock and holders of fractional interest resulting from the Reverse Split will be paid out
of working capital.
Based upon analysis of the share ownership distribution among the Companys stockholders, the
Board chose to limit the scope of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to 1-to-3 and then 3-to-1 in
light of the Companys continuing working capital needs. See also the information under the caption
Financing of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement.
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The consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will have virtually no impact on the
interests of Mr. Royal in the net book value and net earnings of the Company, as their
stockholdings in the Company will increase from approximately 7.5% of the outstanding shares of the
Companys Common Stock prior to the consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to 7.51% after
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected. The Companys net book value and net earnings are
both negative and will remain negative after consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Mr.
Royals interest in both will remain negative and the consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split will have virtually no impact on his interests.
Federal Income Tax Consequences of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
The following is a summary of the material United States federal income tax consequences of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, but does not purport to be a complete analysis of all the
potential tax considerations relating thereto. This summary is based upon the provisions of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the Code), Treasury regulations promulgated
thereunder, administrative rulings and judicial decisions, all as of the date hereof. These
authorities may be changed, possibly retroactively, so as to result in United States federal income
tax consequences different from those set forth below. We have not sought any ruling from the
Internal Revenue Service (the IRS) with respect to the statements made and the conclusions
reached in the following summary, and there can be no assurance that the IRS will agree with such
statements and conclusions.
This summary also does not address the tax considerations arising under the laws of any
foreign, state or local jurisdiction. In addition, this discussion does not address tax
considerations applicable to a stockholders particular circumstances or to stockholders that may
be subject to special tax rules, including, without limitation:
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In addition, if a partnership holds our Common Stock, the tax treatment of a partner generally
will depend on the status of the partner and upon the activities of the partnership. Accordingly,
partnerships which hold our Common Stock and partners in such partnerships should consult their tax
advisors.
YOU ARE URGED TO CONSULT YOUR TAX ADVISOR WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICATION OF THE UNITED STATES
FEDERAL INCOME TAX LAWS TO YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION, AS WELL AS ANY TAX CONSEQUENCES OF THE
PURCHASE, OWNERSHIP AND DISPOSITION OF OUR COMMON STOCK ARISING UNDER THE UNITED STATES FEDERAL
ESTATE OR GIFT TAX RULES OR UNDER THE LAWS OF ANY STATE, LOCAL, FOREIGN OR OTHER TAXING
JURISDICTION OR UNDER ANY APPLICABLE TAX TREATY.
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Cistera Networks, Inc.
We believe that the Reverse Split will constitute a reorganization as described in Section
368(a)(1)(E) of the Code. Accordingly, we will not recognize taxable income, gain or loss in
connection with the Reverse Split.
Stockholders
The federal income tax consequences of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split for our stockholders
will differ depending on the number of shares of pre-split Common Stock owned and, in some cases,
constructively owned by such stockholders. As set forth in more detail below, stockholders who own
at least 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock will retain their shares and will not recognize any
gain, loss or dividend income as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Stockholders who own
fewer than 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock will receive cash, the treatment of which will depend
on whether the constructive ownership rules described below are applicable. If such constructive
ownership rules do not apply, a stockholder who owns fewer than 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock
generally will recognize gain or loss upon the sale or exchange of the pre-split Common Stock. If
such constructive ownership rules apply, the stockholder may be required to treat any cash received
as a dividend distribution rather than as gain or loss from a sale or exchange, as more fully
described below. The differences in tax consequences to the stockholders do not depend on whether a
stockholder is an affiliate of the Company, has voted to approve the Reverse/Forward Stock Split or
is an unaffiliated stockholder. With respect to the Company, as described above, the Company will
not recognize any income, gain or loss in connection with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Neither
the differences in tax consequences between stockholders who hold at least 3 shares of pre-split
Common Stock and stockholders who own fewer than 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock nor the
differences in tax consequences between the stockholders and the Company were reasons for the
Company to undertake the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this form at this time.
Stockholders Who Receive Shares of Post-Split Common Stock
A stockholder who retains shares of post-split Common Stock in the transaction (i.e., a
stockholder who owns at least 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock) will not recognize gain or loss
or dividend income as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, and the tax basis (as adjusted
for the Reverse/Forward Stock Split) and holding period of such stockholder in shares of pre-split
Common Stock will carry over as the tax basis and holding period of such stockholders shares of
post-split Common Stock.
Stockholders Who Receive Cash
A stockholder who receives cash in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split (i.e., a stockholder that
owns fewer than 3 shares of pre-split Common Stock) will be treated as having such shares redeemed
in a taxable transaction governed by Section 302 of the Code and, depending on a stockholders
situation, the transaction will be taxed as either:
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A sale or exchange of the redeemed shares, in which case the stockholder
will recognize gain or loss equal to the difference between the cash payment and the
stockholders tax basis for the redeemed shares; or
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A cash distribution which is treated: (i) first, as a taxable dividend to
the extent of allocable earnings and profits, if any; (ii) second, as a tax-free
return of capital to the extent of the stockholders tax basis in the
redeemed shares; and (iii) finally, as gain from the sale or exchange of the
redeemed shares.
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Amounts treated as gain or loss from the sale or exchange of redeemed shares will be capital
gain or loss. Amounts treated as a taxable dividend are ordinary income to the recipient; however,
a corporate taxpayer (other than an S corporation) may be allowed a dividend received deduction
subject to applicable limitations and other special rules.
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Under Section 302 of the Code, a redemption of shares from a stockholder as part of the
Reverse Split will be treated as a sale or exchange of the redeemed shares if:
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the Reverse/Forward Stock Split results in a complete termination of
such stockholders interest in the Company;
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the receipt of cash is substantially disproportionate with respect to the stockholder; or
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the receipt of cash is not essentially equivalent to a dividend with respect to the stockholder.
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These three tests (the Section 302 Tests) are applied by taking into account not only shares
that a stockholder actually owns, but also shares that the stockholder constructively owns pursuant
to Section 318 of the Code. Under the constructive ownership rules of Section 318 of the Code, a
stockholder is deemed to constructively own shares owned by certain related individuals and
entities in which the stockholder has an interest in addition to shares directly owned by the
stockholder. For example, an individual stockholder is considered to own shares owned by or for
his or her spouse and his or her children, grandchildren and parents (family attribution). In
addition, a stockholder is considered to own a proportionate number of shares owned by estates or
certain trusts in which the stockholder has a beneficial interest, by partnerships in which the
stockholder is a partner, and by corporations in which 50% or more in value of the stock is owned
directly or indirectly by or for such stockholder.
Similarly, shares directly or indirectly owned by beneficiaries of estates of certain trusts,
by partners of partnerships and, under certain circumstances, by stockholders of corporations may
be considered owned by these entities (entity attribution). A stockholder is also deemed to own
shares which the stockholder has the right to acquire by exercise of an option or by conversion or
exchange of a security. Constructively owned shares may be reattributed to another taxpayer. For
example, shares attributed to one taxpayer as a result of entity attribution may be attributed from
that taxpayer to another taxpayer through family attribution.
A stockholder who receives cash in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split (i.e., owns fewer than 3
shares of pre-split Common Stock) and does not constructively own any shares of post-split Common
Stock will have his or her interest in the Company completely terminated by the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split and will therefore receive sale or exchange treatment on his or her pre-split Common
Stock. That is, such a stockholder will recognize gain or loss equal to the difference between the
cash payment and the stockholders tax basis for his or her shares of pre-split Common Stock.
A stockholder who receives cash in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and would only
constructively own shares of post-split Common Stock as a result of family attribution may be able
to avoid constructive ownership of the shares of post-split Common Stock by waiving family
attribution and, thus, be treated as having had his or her interest in the Company completely
terminated by the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Among other things, waiving family attribution
requires (i) that the stockholder have no interest in the Company (including as an officer,
director, employee or stockholder) other than an interest as a creditor and does not acquire such
an interest during the ten-year period immediately following the Reverse/Forward Stock Split other
than stock acquired by bequest or inheritance and (ii) including an election to waive family
attribution in the stockholders tax return for the year in which the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
occurs.
A stockholder who receives cash in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and immediately after the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split constructively owns shares of post-split Common Stock must compare (i)
his, her or its percentage ownership immediately before the Reverse/Forward Stock Split (i.e., the
number of voting shares actually or constructively owned by him, her or it immediately before the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split divided by the number of voting shares outstanding immediately before
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split) with (ii) his, her or its percentage ownership immediately after
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split (i.e., the number of voting shares constructively owned by his, her
or it immediately after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split divided by the number of voting shares
outstanding immediately after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split).
If the stockholders post-Reverse/Forward Stock Split ownership percentage is less than 80% of
the stockholders pre-Reverse/Forward Stock Split ownership percentage, the receipt of cash is
substantially
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disproportionate with respect to the stockholder, and the stockholder will, therefore,
receive sale or exchange treatment on the portion of his, her or its shares of pre-split Common
Stock exchanged for cash in lieu of fractional shares.
If the receipt of cash by a stockholder fails to constitute an exchange under the
substantially disproportionate test or the complete termination test, the receipt of cash may
constitute an exchange under the not essentially equivalent to a dividend test. The receipt of
cash by a stockholder will be not essentially equivalent to a dividend if the transaction results
in a meaningful reduction of the stockholders proportionate interest in the Company. If (i) the
stockholder exercises no control over the affairs of the Company (e.g., is not an officer, director
or high ranking employee), (ii) the stockholders relative stock interest in the Company is
minimal, and (iii) the stockholders post-Reverse/Forward Stock Split ownership percentage is less
than the stockholders pre-Reverse/Forward Stock Split ownership percentage, the receipt of cash
will generally not be essentially equivalent to a dividend with respect to the stockholder and the
stockholder will, therefore, receive sale or exchange treatment on the portion of his, her or its
shares of pre-split Common Stock exchanged for cash in lieu of fractional shares.
In all other cases, cash in lieu of fractional shares received by a stockholder who
immediately after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split constructively owns shares of post-split Common
Stock will be treated: (i) first, as a taxable dividend to the extent of allocable earnings and
profits, if any; (ii) second, as a tax-free return of capital to the extent of the stockholders
tax basis in the redeemed shares; and (iii) finally, as gain from the sale or exchange of the
redeemed shares.
Backup Tax Withholding
We are required to furnish to the holders of Common Stock, other than corporations and other
exempt holders, and to the IRS, information with respect to dividends paid on the Common Stock.
You may be subject to backup withholding with respect to proceeds received from a disposition
of the shares of Common Stock. Certain holders (including, among others, corporations and certain
tax-exempt organizations) are generally not subject to backup withholding. You will be subject to
backup withholding if you are not otherwise exempt and you (a) fail to furnish your taxpayer
identification number (TIN), which, for an individual, is ordinarily his or her social security
number; (b) furnish an incorrect TIN; (c) are notified by the IRS that you have failed to properly
report payments of interest or dividends; or (d) fail to certify, under penalties of perjury, that
you have furnished a correct TIN and that the IRS has not notified you that you are subject to
backup withholding. Backup withholding is not an additional tax but, rather, is a method of tax
collection. You generally will be entitled to credit any amounts withheld under the backup
withholding rules against your United States federal income tax liability provided that the
required information is furnished to the IRS in a timely manner.
FAIRNESS OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT TO STOCKHOLDERS
The Board determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, including the proposed cash payment
of $.14 per pre-split share to stockholders whose shares will be cashed out, is substantively fair,
from a financial point of view, to all of our unaffiliated stockholders, including those whose
shares will be cashed out and those who will be continuing stockholders of the Company.
With respect to the stockholders whose shares would be cashed out, the Board relied upon,
among other things, the determination of the range of fair values per pre-split share. The Board
determined that the closing price of the Companys Common Stock on the OTC: BB market on the
Effective Date would be fair.
With respect to the fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to the stockholders whose
stock would not be cashed out in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, the Board also relied on the fact
that the amount being paid to stockholders whose stock would be cashed out was not in excess of the
value determined to be the fair value of such stock. In addition, the Board noted that voting
control of 7.5% of the shares held by stockholders who would remain stockholders after the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split was held by members of the Board so that the interests of such holders
were aligned with the interests of the members of the Board.
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At March 31, 2009, the Company had a stockholder deficit of approximately $1.9 million. Thus,
the Board did not consider the net book value or going concern value in determining the fairness of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to unaffiliated stockholders as this would result in a negative
cash payment per share.
The Board considered certain factors in determining the fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split to all of our unaffiliated stockholders, including:
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Balance Sheet and Liquidation value analysis. The Board considered
analyzing the balance sheet and liquidation value of our assets but determined that
either analysis would almost surely value a pre-split share of the Companys Common
Stock at less than the value determined by the closing price of the Companys Common
Stock on the OTC: BB market on the Effective Date and understate the value per
pre-split share of the Companys Common Stock. Based on the Companys current
financial position, the Board concluded that upon a liquidation of the Company and
after repayment of indebtedness, the value of shares of the Companys Common Stock
would likely be zero.
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Comparable Sale Transactions analysis. The Board considered valuing the
Company assuming the entire Company were to be sold at generally accepted valuation
multiples but determined that such analysis would almost surely value a pre-split
share of the Companys Common Stock at less than the value determined by the closing
price of the Companys Common Stock on the OTC: BB market on the Effective Date and
understate the value per pre-split share of the Companys Common Stock.
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Publicly Traded Stock Value analysis. At March 31, 2009, the company had
a shareholder deficit of approximately $1.9 million, thus both net book value and
going concern value would result in a negative valuation, and other valuation
methods would similarly result in little to no value. Thus, the Board concluded
that the most accurate valuation was determined to be the value assigned by the over
the counter market in which the shares currently trade. The Board believes that the
trading market represented a reasonable approximation of the value that a
stockholder would receive if they were to offer their holding to the market. The
Board also recognized, however, that the value of the holdings liquidated as a
result of the split (one and two share holdings) are not essentially trade-able
due to the high transaction cost a stockholder would incur would more than eliminate
any value they may receive in an open market sale.
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Based on the market price for shares of the Companys Common Stock, the Companys
enterprise value as of June 9, 2009 was less than $1.5 million, or $0.08 per pre-split
share. Due to the thin volume of trading, however, the Board used an average of the
closing prices of the Companys Common Stock over the previous six month period in
ultimately determining to pay $.14 per pre-split share to fractional holders, which
amount implies a $2.4 million enterprise value of the Company. In determining that
the prior a six-month time frame was appropriate time frame of this analysis, the
Board considered the fact that prior to the last six months, the stock market had
fallen close to 40% within a short period of time. Over the prior six months, however,
the market had stabilized allowing for a less volatile movement in prices. Thus, the
Board believed that this six months timeframe, from approximately mid December 2009
to mid June 2009, was a more reasonable range to price the shares. The $.14 per
pre-split average share value, was then calculated as the sum of the closing prices
divided by the number of trading days, during the previous six months.
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The Board determined that the primary additional factor supporting the fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split to those unaffiliated stockholders who will be continuing stockholders
of the Company is the cost reduction anticipated to result from the transaction. Stockholders who
continue to hold an equity interest in the Company will benefit from the future cost savings
expected to be realized from the termination of our public company status, estimated to be
approximately $198,000 annually before taxes.
The Board determined that certain additional factors supported the fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split to those unaffiliated stockholders whose shares will be cashed out,
including:
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Immediate cash payment. Those stockholders who own less than 3 shares of
our pre-split Common Stock will receive an immediate cash payment of $.14 per
pre-split share and will not pay the commissions that such stockholders would have to
pay if they attempted to sell their shares in the open market.
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Current and historical market prices for our Common Stock. The proposed
transaction price of $.14 per pre-split share of Common Stock compares favorably to
the bid prices of our Common Stock over the past six months. Our Common Stock bid
price is the highest price that a buyer will pay at any given time to purchase a
specified number of shares of our stock. As discussed above, in addition to
receiving a premium to the trading price of our Common Stock on any shares cashed out
as a result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, such stockholders will achieve
liquidity without incurring brokerage costs. Furthermore, the Board considered that,
with extremely limited liquidity in the public market for our Common Stock, only a
small portion of our unaffiliated stockholders would have been able to attain the bid
prices before the stock price decreased measurably.
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Undiscounted Price. The proposed transaction price of $.14 per pre-split
share does not include any discount for the lack of liquidity of our Common Stock or
for the minority status of the shares of our Common Stock owned by unaffiliated
stockholders.
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The Board determined that certain additional factors supported the fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split to all of our unaffiliated stockholders, including:
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No firm offers to acquire control of the Company. We have not received,
during the past two years any firm offers for the merger or consolidation of the
Company with or into another company, or vice versa, or the sale or transfer of all
or substantially all of our assets to another company, or a purchase of our
securities by another person that would involve a change in control of the Company.
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Stockholder rights. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will not materially
change the rights, preferences or limitations of those stockholders who will retain
an interest in the Company subsequent to the consummation of the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split.
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Procedural Fairness to All Stockholders
The Board determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is procedurally fair to all
unaffiliated stockholders, including both stockholders who will receive cash payments in connection
with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and will not be continuing stockholders of the Company and
stockholders who will retain an equity interest in the Company. In reaching this conclusion, the
Board determined that the ability of unaffiliated stockholders to decide whether or not to remain
stockholders following the Reverse/Forward Stock Split by buying or selling shares of Common Stock
in the stock market, afforded protection to those stockholders who would not be continuing
stockholders of the Company. In addition, the Board noted that voting control of 7.5% of the
shares held by stockholders who would remain stockholders after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split was
held by members of the Board so that the interests of such holders were aligned with the interests
of the members of the Board.
The Board did not create a Special Committee of the Board to approve the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split. Creating a Special Committee by hiring new directors and retaining independent counsel for
such a committee would significantly increase the cost of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, which
could in turn reduce the amount available to pay stockholders who receive cash following the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. In light of its determination that the interests of unaffiliated
stockholders were protected by (i) the representation of stockholders who would remain stockholders
after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on the Board, and (ii) the ability of unaffiliated
stockholders to decide whether or not to remain stockholders following the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split by buying or selling shares of Common Stock in the stock market, the Board did not create a
Special Committee or retain independent counsel.
The Board determined not to condition the approval of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on
approval by a majority of unaffiliated stockholders for several reasons. First, the Board believes
that any such vote would not
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provide additional protection to those unaffiliated stockholders who will be cashed out in the
transaction because approximately 99.4% of the shares held by unaffiliated stockholders are held by
stockholders who would not be cashed out in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and who may therefore
have different interests from the unaffiliated stockholders who would be cashed out in the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. In addition, the Board believes that because of the small number of
shares held by unaffiliated stockholders that will be cashed out, these stockholders have
historically been inactive and have not consistently voted their shares at meetings of the
stockholders. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is also a matter that could not be voted on by
brokers without instruction from the beneficial owners of the shares so even shares beneficially
owned by holders of small numbers of shares held in brokerage accounts might be unlikely to be
voted. Finally, the Board also noted that the vote of a majority of unaffiliated shareholders was
not required under Nevada law.
Further, the Board did not retain an unaffiliated representative to act solely on behalf of
the unaffiliated stockholders. Retaining an unaffiliated representative on behalf of the
unaffiliated stockholders would be an added expense of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and would
not affect the outcome of the transaction because a majority vote of the unaffiliated stockholders
is not required under applicable law.
The Board did not grant unaffiliated stockholders access to our corporate files, except as
provided under the Nevada Revised Statutes, nor did it extend the right to retain counsel or
appraisal services at our expense. With respect to unaffiliated stockholders access to our
corporate files, the Board determined that this Information Statement, together with our other
filings with the Commission, provide adequate information for unaffiliated stockholders. The Board
also considered the fact that under the Nevada Revised Statutes and subject to specified conditions
set forth under Nevada law, stockholders have the right to review our relevant books and records of
account. In deciding not to adopt these additional procedures, the Board also took into account
factors such as our size and financial capacity and the costs of such procedures.
The Board determined that the process leading up to the approval of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split was procedurally fair to the stockholders because of the structural fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split and the safeguards that the Board did put into place.
Fairness Determination by Gregory Royal
Gregory Royal, who has been deemed a filing person for purposes of Schedule 13E-3, has
adopted the analysis and conclusions of our Board regarding the material factors upon which it was
determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is procedurally and substantively fair to our
unaffiliated stockholders, both to stockholders who will receive cash payments in connection with
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and will not be continuing stockholders of the Company and to
stockholders who will retain an equity interest in the Company.
Termination of Exchange Act Registration
Our Common Stock is currently registered under the Exchange Act and quoted on the OTC Bulletin
Board. We are permitted to terminate such registration if there are fewer than 300 record holders
of outstanding shares of our Common Stock. As of June 9, 2009, we had approximately 628 record
holders of our Common Stock. Upon the effectiveness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, we expect
to have approximately 182 record holders of our Common Stock. We intend to terminate the
registration of our Common Stock under the Exchange Act and to delist our Common Stock from the OTC
Bulletin Board as promptly as possible after the Effective Date.
Termination of registration under the Exchange Act will substantially reduce the information
which we will be required to furnish to our stockholders under the Exchange Act. We have, however,
provided certain assurances to Roaring Fork Capital Management, one of our largest stockholders,
that we would continue to provide similar information through the Pink Sheets News Service. After
we become a privately-held company, our stockholders will have access to our corporate books and
records to the extent provided by the Nevada Revised Statutes, and to any additional disclosures
required by our directors and officers fiduciary duties to us and our stockholders.
Termination of registration under the Exchange Act also will make many of the provisions of
the Exchange Act no longer applicable to us, including the short-swing profit provisions of Section
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under Section 14 and the stock ownership reporting rules under Section 13. In addition,
affiliate stockholders may be deprived of the ability to dispose of their Common Stock under Rule
144 promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the Securities Act).
We estimate that termination of registration of our Common Stock under the Exchange Act will
save us an estimated $198,000 per year in legal, accounting, printing and other expenses, and will
also enable our management to devote more time to our operations. See also information under the
caption Special Factors Reasons for and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this
Information Statement.
DESCRIPTION OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
Amendments of Articles of Incorporation to Effect the Reverse/Forward Stock Split
The Board determined that it is advisable to amend our Articles of Incorporation to effect a
1-for-3 Reverse Split of Common Stock immediately followed by a 3-for-1 Forward Split of Common
Stock, and to provide for the cash payment of $.14 per pre-split share in lieu of fractional shares
of Common Stock that would otherwise be issued following the Reverse Split.
Regulatory Approvals
Aside from stockholder approval of the Certificates of Amendment, which has been obtained, the
amendment is not subject to any regulatory approvals.
Vote Required
We have received the written consent of stockholders holding in aggregate 65.6% of the issued
and outstanding shares of Common Stock. No special meeting of stockholders is required under
Nevada law, since the requisite vote for adoption of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split has been
obtained and the vote of other stockholders is not necessary.
The Board determined not to condition the approval of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split on
approval by a majority of unaffiliated stockholders for several reasons. First, the Board believes
that any such vote would not provide additional protection to those unaffiliated stockholders who
will be cashed out in the transaction because 99% of the shares held by unaffiliated stockholders
are held by stockholders who would not be cashed out in the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and who may
therefore have different interests from the unaffiliated stockholders who would be cashed out in
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. In addition, the Board believes that because of the small number
of shares held by unaffiliated stockholders that will be cashed out, these stockholders have
historically been inactive and have not consistently voted their shares at meetings of the
stockholders. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split is also a matter that could not be voted on by
brokers without instruction from the beneficial owners of the shares so even shares beneficially
owned by holders of small numbers of shares held in brokerage accounts might be unlikely to be
voted. Finally, the Board also noted that the vote of a majority of unaffiliated shareholders was
not required under Nevada law.
Holders as of Effective Date; Net Effect After Reverse/Forward Stock Split
Stockholders holding fewer than 3 pre-split shares of Common Stock will be cashed out at a
price of $.14 per share, and the holdings of all other stockholders will be unchanged. Any
stockholders whose shares are cashed out will have no continuing equity interest in the Company.
NOMINEES AND BROKERS ARE EXPECTED TO DELIVER TO THE EXCHANGE AGENT THE BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP
POSITIONS THEY HOLD. HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE A BENEFICIAL OWNER OF COMMON STOCK WHO IS NOT THE RECORD
HOLDER OF THOSE SHARES AND WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOUR OWNERSHIP POSITION IS ACCURATELY DELIVERED TO
THE COMPANYS EXCHANGE AGENT, YOU SHOULD INSTRUCT YOUR BROKER OR NOMINEE TO TRANSFER YOUR SHARES
INTO A RECORD ACCOUNT IN YOUR NAME. NOMINEES AND BROKERS MAY HAVE REQUIRED
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PROCEDURES. THEREFORE, SUCH HOLDERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR NOMINEES AND BROKERS TO DETERMINE HOW TO
EFFECT THE TRANSFER IN A TIMELY MANNER PRIOR TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK
SPLIT.
The proposed Certificates of Amendment are attached as Annexes A-1 and A-2 to this Information
Statement. The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will become effective upon the filing of the proposed
Certificates of Amendment with the Office of the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada.
Exchange of Certificates for Cash Payment or Shares
We will file Certificates of Amendment with the Office of the Secretary of State of the State
of Nevada and effect the amendments set forth in Annexes A-1 and A-2 to this Information Statement.
The Reverse/Forward Stock Split will become effective at the times set forth in the Certificates
of Amendment. Corporate Stock Transfer, Colorado, has been appointed as the Exchange Agent to carry
out the exchange of certificates for cash.
As soon as practicable after the Effective Date, record holders holding fewer than 3 shares
will be notified and asked to surrender their certificates representing shares of Common Stock to
the Exchange Agent. Record holders owning fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock on the Effective
Date will receive in exchange a cash payment in the amount of $.14 per pre-split share. Those
record holders beneficially owning at least 3 shares of Common Stock will continue to hold the same
number of shares of Common Stock.
If the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected, any stockholder owning fewer than 3 shares of
the currently outstanding Common Stock will cease to have any rights with respect to our Common
Stock, except to be paid in cash, as described in this Information Statement. No interest will be
paid or accrued on the cash payable to holders of fewer than 3 shares after the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split is effected.
The Exchange Agent will impose certain fees in connection with the cancellation of stock
certificates and transmitting payment to stockholders owning fewer than 3 shares of the currently
outstanding Common Stock sending out cash exchange. We anticipate these fees to be approximately
$25.00. Stockholders holding fewer than 3 pre-split shares of Common Stock who are cashed as a
result of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will be required to pay these Exchange Agent fees to
receive their cash price of $.14 per share.
Nominees (such as a bank or broker) may have required procedures, and a stockholder holding
Common Stock in street name should contact his, her or its nominee to determine how the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split will affect them. The Exchange Agent appointed by us to carry out the
exchange has informed us that nominees are expected to provide beneficial ownership positions to
them so that beneficial owners may be treated appropriately in effecting the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split. However, if you are a beneficial owner of fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock, you should
instruct your nominee to transfer your shares into a record account in your name in a timely manner
to ensure that you will be considered a holder of record prior to the Effective Date, which is
anticipated to be on or after September 23, 2009, the date 20 calendar days after the date we
anticipate that this Information Statement will first be mailed to our stockholders. A stockholder
holding fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock in street name who does not transfer shares into a
record account in a timely manner may not have his or her shares cashed out in connection with the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. For instance, such stockholders shares may not be cashed out if such
stockholders nominee is a record holder of an aggregate of 3 or more shares of Common Stock, holds
shares for multiple stockholders in street name and does not provide such beneficial ownership
positions in a timely manner to the Exchange Agent.
In the event that any certificate representing shares of Common Stock is not presented for
cash upon request by us, the cash payment will be administered in accordance with the relevant
state abandoned property laws. Until the cash payments have been delivered to the appropriate
public official pursuant to the abandoned property laws, such payments will be paid to the holder
thereof or his or her designee, without interest, at such time as the shares of Common Stock have
been properly presented for exchange.
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Appraisal Rights
No appraisal rights are available under either the Nevada Revised Statutes or our Articles of
Incorporation to any stockholder.
FINANCING OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
Completion of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will require approximately $26,863 which
includes advisory, legal, financial, accounting and other fees and costs related to the
transaction. As a result, we will have decreased working capital following the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split which may have a material effect on our capitalization, liquidity, results of
operations and cash flow. The costs of the transaction and related fees and expenses will be paid
from currently available cash held by us. You should read the discussion under the caption Costs
of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement for a description of the fees and
expenses we expect to incur in connection with the transaction.
COSTS OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
The following is an estimate of the costs incurred or expected to be incurred by us in
connection with the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. Final costs of the transaction may be more or
less than the estimates shown below. We will be responsible for paying these costs. Please note
that the following estimate of costs does not include the cost of paying for shares of those
stockholders holding fewer than 3 shares pursuant to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
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Legal fees
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7,500
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Transfer and exchange agent fees
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Printing and mailing costs
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INTERESTS OF CERTAIN PERSONS
We will make no payments to officers and directors in connection with this transaction. The
executive officers and directors immediately prior to the transaction will be the executive
officers and directors of the Company after the transaction. The Company does not presently have
any intent to modify the payments or benefits paid to its directors and officers following the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
CONDUCT OF THE COMPANYS BUSINESS AFTER THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
We expect our business and operations to continue as they are currently being conducted and,
except as disclosed in this Information Statement, the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is not
anticipated to have any effect upon the conduct of our business. We expect to realize time and
cost savings as a result of terminating our public company status. When the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split is consummated, all persons owning fewer than 3 shares of Common Stock at the effective time
of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will no longer have any equity interest in, and will not be
stockholders of, the Company, and therefore will not participate in our future potential earnings
and growth.
When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected, we believe that, based on our stockholder
records, approximately 182 record holders will remain as record holders of Common Stock,
beneficially owning 100% of the outstanding Common Stock. Stockholders who currently beneficially
own approximately 99.9% of the outstanding Common Stock will beneficially own 100% of the
outstanding Common Stock after the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. See also information under the
caption Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management in this Information
Statement. When the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is effected, members of the Board and our
executive officers will beneficially own approximately 7.6% of the outstanding Common Stock.
We plan, following the consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, to become a privately
held company. The registration of our Common Stock under the Exchange Act will be terminated and
our Common Stock will cease to be listed on the OTC Bulletin Board. In addition, because our
Common Stock will no longer be publicly held, we will be relieved of the obligation to comply with
the proxy rules of Regulation 14A under Section
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14 of the Exchange Act and our officers and directors and stockholders owning more than 10% of
our Common Stock will be relieved of the stock ownership reporting requirements and short swing
trading restrictions under Section 16 of the Exchange Act. Further, we will no longer be subject
to the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act and will cease filing information with
the Commission, although we have provided certain assurances to Roaring Fork Capital Management,
one of our largest stockholders, that we would continue to provide similar information through the
Pink Sheets News Service. Among other things, the effect of this change will be to enable us to
realize time and cost savings from not having to comply with the requirements of the Exchange Act.
As stated throughout this Information Statement, we believe that there are significant
advantages to effecting the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and going private, and we plan to avail
ourselves of any opportunities we have as a private company.
Other than as described in this Information Statement, neither we nor our management has any
current plans or proposals to (i) effect any extraordinary corporate transaction, such as a merger,
reorganization or liquidation; (ii) to sell or transfer any material amount of our assets; (iii) to
change our Board or management; (iv) to change materially our indebtedness or capitalization; or
(v) otherwise to effect any material change in our corporate structure or business.
RECOMMENDATION OF THE BOARD; FAIRNESS OF THE REVERSE/FORWARD STOCK SPLIT
The Board believes that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is fair to our unaffiliated
stockholders, including those whose interests are being cashed out pursuant to the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split and those who will retain an equity interest in the Company subsequent to the
consummation of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split. The discussion below summarizes the material
factors, both positive and negative, considered by the Board in reaching their fairness
determination, in addition to the detailed discussion in this Information Statement under the
captions Special Factors Reasons for and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special
Factors Strategic Alternatives Considered, Special Factors Background of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Special Factors Effects of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
For the reasons described above under the caption Fairness of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to
Stockholders Procedural Fairness to All Stockholders, the Board also believes that the process
by which the transaction has been approved is fair to all unaffiliated stockholders, including
those whose interests are being cashed out pursuant to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and those
who will retain an equity interest in the Company subsequent to the consummation of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
In consideration of the factors discussed under the captions Special Factors Reasons for
and Purposes of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special Factors Strategic Alternatives
Considered, Special Factors Background of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, Special Factors
Effects of the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and Recommendation of the Board; Fairness of the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split in this Information Statement, the Board approved the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split by a unanimous vote of the Board, submitted the Reverse/Forward Stock Split to a vote
of the requisite number of stockholders holding sufficient shares to approve the transaction and
recommended that such stockholders vote for approval and adoption of the Certificates of Amendment
and the payment of cash of $.14 per pre-split share to record holders who hold fewer than 3 shares
as described above. Each member of the Board who owns, or controls directly or indirectly, shares
of Common Stock has voted his shares, or caused all such controlled shares to be voted, in favor of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split.
Fairness Determination by Gregory Royal
Gregory Royal, who has been deemed a filing person for purposes of Schedule 13E-3, have
adopted the analysis and conclusions of our Board regarding the material factors upon which it was
determined that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is procedurally and substantively fair to our
unaffiliated stockholders, both to stockholders who will receive cash payments in connection with
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and will not be continuing stockholders of the Company and to
stockholders who will retain an equity interest in the Company.
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Reservation of Rights
Although the Reverse/Forward Stock Split has been approved by the requisite number of
stockholders, the Board reserves the right, in its discretion, to abandon the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split prior to the proposed Effective Date if it determines that abandoning the Reverse/Forward
Stock Split is in the best interests of the Company.
The Board presently believes that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split is in the best interests of
the Company, our stockholders being cashed out pursuant to the Reverse/Forward Stock Split and our
stockholders who will retain an equity interest in the Company subsequent to the consummation of
the Reverse/Forward Stock Split, and thus recommended a vote for the proposed Certificates of
Amendment. Nonetheless, the Board believes that it is prudent to recognize that, between the date
of this Information Statement and the date that the Reverse/Forward Stock Split will become
effective, factual circumstances could possibly change such that it might not be appropriate or
desirable to effect the Reverse/Forward Stock Split at that time or on the terms currently
proposed. Such factual circumstances could include a superior offer to our stockholders, a
material change in our business or litigation affecting our ability to proceed with the
Reverse/Forward Stock Split. If the Board decides to withdraw or modify the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split, the Board will notify the stockholders of such decision promptly in accordance with
applicable rules and regulations.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Our audited balance sheets and the related audited consolidated statements of operations,
stockholders deficit and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2008
are incorporated by reference to our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2009
(the 2009 10-K), which was previously filed with the SEC; and our unaudited balance sheets and
the related unaudited consolidated statements of operations, stockholders deficit and cash flows
for the three month period ended June 30, 2009 are also incorporated by reference to our quarterly
report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2009 (the 2010 10-Q), which was previously
filed with the SEC. A copy of both our 2009 10-K and 2010 10-Q accompany this Information
Statement. Stockholders should refer to the sections entitled Managements Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, Financial Statements and Supplementary
Data and Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules and Reports on Form 8-K set forth in our 2009
10-K and 2010 10-Q.
For our fiscal years ended March 31, 2008 and Mach 30, 2009, our ratio of earnings to fixed
charges was a negative 0.99 and negative 1.9, respectively. At June 30, 2009, our ratio of
earnings to fixed charges was negative 4.28 and the book value of our Common Stock negative $.135
per share.
On August 7th, 2009, we dismissed Farmer, Fuqua & Huff, P.C. as our independent auditors.
Farmer, Fuqua & Huff, P.C.s reports on our financial statements for our two most recent fiscal
years contained no adverse opinion or disclaimer of opinion and were not qualified as to
uncertainty, audit scope or accounting principles, other than the going concern disclaimer
contained in therein. There have been no disagreements with Farmer, Fuqua & Huff, P.C. on any
matter of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosures or auditing scope or
procedure during our most recent fiscal year or in the subsequent interim period through August
7
th
2009 (the date of termination) which disagreement(s), if not resolved to Farmer,
Fuqua & Huff, P.C. satisfaction would have caused Farmer, Fuqua & Huff, P.C. to make reference to
the subject matter of the disagreement(s) in connection with its reports.
Our Board of Directors participated in and approved the decision to dismiss Farmer, Fuqua &
Huff, P.C. as our independent auditors.
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PRICE RANGE OF COMMON STOCK; DIVIDENDS; TRADING VOLUME
Our Common Stock is presently traded in the over-the-counter market and is listed on the Pink
Sheets maintained by the National Quotation Bureau, Inc., and on the Bulletin Board maintained by
the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. (NASD), under the symbol CNWT. The following
table sets forth the range of high and low bid quotations for the common stock during each calendar
quarter beginning July 1, 2007, and ending June 30, 2009. The figures have been rounded to the
nearest whole cent.
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0.73
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The above quotations reflect inter-dealer prices, without retail mark-up, mark-down, or
commission and may not necessarily represent actual transactions. The number of shareholders of
record of the Companys issued and outstanding common stock as of June 9, 2009 was approximately
628.
On June 23, 2009, the last trading day prior to the announcement of the Reverse/Forward Stock
Split, our Common Stocks closing price per share was $.51 on trading volume of 200 shares.
Previous to this trade, our average closing price for the 60 days prior to June 23, 2009 was
approximately $.08 per share. We have not paid or declared any dividends on our Common Stock since
inception. Any future declaration and payment of cash dividends will be subject to the discretion
of the Board, and will depend upon our results of operations, financial condition, cash
requirements, future prospects, changes to tax legislation, and other factors deemed relevant by
our Board. We do not intend to pay cash dividends on our Common Stock in the immediate future.
During the 12 months ended June 19, 2009, our stock traded infrequently, with reported trades
occurring on only 116 days, and with an average daily trading volume of 4,216 shares for such
12-month period.
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SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
The following table sets forth information, as of September 18, 2009, concerning beneficial
ownership of Common Stock, our only class of equity securities currently outstanding, by (i) the
only persons known to the Company to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of the outstanding Common
Stock, (ii) all directors, (iii) all named executive officers and (iv) all directors and named
executive officers as a group.
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Name and Address
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Nature and Amount
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Class
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of Beneficial Ownership
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Percent
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Common
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Gregory T. Royal
(1)
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1,396,159
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Derek P. Downs
(3)
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125,199
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Cynthia A. Garr
5935 Buffridge Trail
Dallas TX 75252
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Kingdon Hughes
16475 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 440
Addison, TX 75001
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1,465,593
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Roaring Fork Capital Management
5350 South Roslyn St., Suite 380
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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3,533,379
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1,396,159
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7.89
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(1)
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Mr. Royal is the Companys only Director and its Chief Executive Officer, President and
acting Chief Financial Officer. The business address for Mr. Royal is 6509 Windcrest Drive,
Suite 160, Plano, Texas 75024 and his business telephone number at this address is (972)
381-4699.
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(2)
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Includes options to purchase 271,174 shares resulting from the post merger conversion
of options to purchase shares of XBridge common stock that are presently exercisable.
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(3)
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Mr. Downs was a Director and the Companys Chief Executive Officer, President and
acting Chief Financial Officer until April 30, 2009 when he resigned.
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(4)
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Includes options to purchase 41,831 shares resulting from the post merger conversion of
options to purchase shares of XBridge common stock that are presently exercisable.
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(5)
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Includes 189,822 shares subject to warrants that are presently exercisable.
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(6)
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Roaring Fork has a $200,000 note, currently convertible into 215,358 shares of common
stock.
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Mr. Royal has been a director of the Company and has served as Executive Vice President and
Chief Technology Officer since May 2003, when the Company acquired XBridge Software, Inc., and
became our President, Chief Executive Officer and acting Chief Financial Officer on May 1, 2009.
Mr. Royal is the original founder of XBridge Software, and the inventor of the Convergence Server
technology. Mr. Royal has over 18 years of IT Sales, Marketing and Management experience in New
Zealand, Australia and the United States. He has held Senior Sales and Marketing positions at
Sycom Office Equipment, Eagle Technology, Network General Corp. (NASDAQ:NETG) and Network
Associates Inc (NASDAQ:NETA). Mr. Royal has system certification with Compaq, IBM, Novell and
Hewlett Packard. He also has significant experience in designing and deploying large
scale IT systems including experience in Banking and Finance, Government, and Retail and
Property Services. Mr. Royal holds an MBA from Rushmore University.
Mr. Royal is a citizen of New Zealand and has not been (i) convicted in any criminal
proceeding during the past five years (excluding traffic violations or similar misdemeanors); or
(ii) a party to any judicial or administrative proceeding during the past five years (except for
matters that were dismissed without sanction or settlement) that resulted in a judgment, decree or
final order enjoining the person from future violations of, or prohibition activities subject to,
federal or state securities laws.
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INDEMNIFICATION OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS
The Companys Bylaws provide that the Company has the power to indemnify its directors and
officers to the fullest extent provided by Nevada law. Pursuant to Nevada law, a corporation may
indemnify its officers and directors, provided that such person actions:
(a) did not constitute a breach of his fiduciary duties as a director or officer;
and did not involve intentional misconduct, fraud or a knowing violation of law; and
(b) were conducted in good faith and in a manner which he reasonably believed to be
in or not opposed to the best interests of the corporation, and, with respect to any criminal
action or proceeding, had no reasonable cause to believe his conduct was unlawful
The effect of these provisions is potentially to indemnify our directors and officers from all
costs and expenses of liability incurred by them in connection with any action, suit or proceeding
in which they are involved by reason of their affiliation with the Company.
There is no pending litigation or proceeding involving a director, officer, employee or other
agent of ours as to which indemnification is being sought, however, we are aware of certain pending
litigation that may result in claims for indemnification by any director, officer, employee or
other agent.
INCORPORATION OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS BY REFERENCE
The following documents that we filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are
incorporated by reference in this Information Statement, except for any discussion therein of the
safe harbor protections for forward-looking statements provided under The Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995: (i) the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March
31, 2009 and (ii) the Quarterly Report on Form 10Q-SB for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2009.
A copy of both our 2009 10-K and 2010 10-Q accompany this Information Statement.
All documents and reports that we filed with the Commission under Sections 13(a), 13(c), 14 or
15(d) of the Exchange Act after the date of this Information Statement are not incorporated by
reference into this Information Statement. New material information, if any, will be provided in
an amended Information Statement.
Any statement contained in a document incorporated or deemed to be incorporated by reference
herein shall be deemed to be modified or superseded for purposes of this Information Statement to
the extent that a statement contained herein (or in any other subsequently filed documents which
also is deemed to be incorporated by reference herein) modifies or supersedes the statement. Any
statement so modified or superseded shall not be deemed, except as so modified or superseded, to
constitute a part of this Information Statement.
AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION STATEMENT ON WEBSITE
This Information Statement and our Annual Report on Form 10-K for our fiscal year ended March
31, 2009 and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for our fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2009 (our
2010 Quarterly Report) are available at the Companys web site at
www.cistera.com
. The
Company will deliver promptly upon written or oral request a separate copy of this Information
Statement, our 2009 Annual Report and our 2010 Quarterly Report
to any stockholder at a shared address to which a single copy of either of those documents was
delivered. To receive a separate copy of this Information Statement, our 2009 Annual Report, and
our 2010 Quarterly Report stockholders should contact the Company at:
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Investor Relations
Cistera Networks, Inc.
6509 Windcrest Drive, Suite 160
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 381-4699
investorrelations@cistera.com
AVAILABLE INFORMATION
We are subject to the informational requirements of the Exchange Act and in accordance with
the Exchange Act file reports, proxy statements and other information with the Commission. These
reports, proxy statements and other information can be inspected and copied at the public reference
facilities of the Commission at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Copies of this
material can also be obtained at prescribed rates by writing to the Public Reference Section of the
Commission at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. In addition, these reports, proxy
statements and other information are available from the EDGAR filings obtained through the
Commissions Internet Website (http://www.sec.gov).
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/s/ Gregory Royal
Gregory Royal
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Chairman of the Board of Directors, President
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and Chief Executive Officer
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(Principal Executive Officer)
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Dated: September 23, 2009
Plano, Texas
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ANNEX A-1
CERTIFICATE
OF AMENDMENT
TO
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
OF
CISTERA NETWORKS, INC.
Cistera Networks, Inc., a Nevada corporation (the Corporation), does hereby certify that:
FIRST: This Certificate of Amendment amends the provisions of the Corporations Articles of
Incorporation (the Articles of Incorporation).
SECOND: The terms and provisions of this Certificate of Amendment have been duly adopted in
accordance with the Nevada Revised Statutes and shall become effective at
, pacific time,
on
, 2009.
THIRD: Section 4.1 of the Articles of Incorporation is hereby amended in its entirety and
replacing it with the following:
4.1
Section 4.1 Classes and Shares
. The proprietary interest of the Corporation shall
hereafter be divided into two classes of stock, which are collectively referred to
herein as
Shares.
The first is a class of common stock, per value $.001 per share,
and the second a class of preferred stock, par value $.01 per share. (An individual
share within the respective classes of stock shall be referred to appropriately as
either a
Common Share
or a
Preferred Share.
) The Corporation has the authority to
issues 50,000,000 Common Shares and 1,000, 000 Preferred Shares. The authority of the
Corporation to issue shares may be limited to resolution of the board of directors of
the Corporation (the
Board of Directors"
). Shares may be issued from time to time for
such consideration in money or property (tangible or intangible) or labor or services
actually performed as the Board of Directors may determine in their sole judgment and
without the necessity of action by the holders of Shares. Common Shares may be issued
in series. Shares may not be issued until paid for and, when issued, are
non-assessable. Upon the effectiveness (the Effective Time) of the Certificate of
Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation adding this sentence, three (3) issued
Common Shares, shall be combined and reclassified into one (1) fully-paid and
nonassessable Common Shares; provided, however, that in lieu of any fractional
interests in shares of Common Shares to which any stockholder who would be entitled
only to receive such fractional interest would otherwise be entitled pursuant hereto
(taking into account all shares of capital stock owned by such stockholder), the
Corporation shall pay in cash for such fractional interest $.14 per share held by such
stockholder immediately prior to the Effective Time.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Corporation has caused this Certificate of Amendment to be signed by
its officers thereunto duly authorized this day of
, 2009.
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ANNEX A-2
CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT
TO
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
OF
CISTERA NETWORKS, INC.
Cistera Networks, Inc., a Nevada corporation (the Corporation), does hereby certify that:
FIRST: This Certificate of Amendment amends the provisions of the Corporations Articles of
Incorporation (the Articles of Incorporation).
SECOND: The terms and provisions of this Certificate of Amendment have been duly adopted in
accordance with the Nevada Revised Statutes and shall become effective at
, pacific time,
on
, 2009.
THIRD: Section 4.1 of the Articles of Incorporation is hereby amended in its entirety and
replacing it with the following:
4.1
Section 4.1 Classes and Shares
. The proprietary interest of the Corporation shall
hereafter be divided into two classes of stock, which are collectively referred to
herein as
Shares.
The first is a class of common stock, per value $.001 per share,
and the second a class of preferred stock, par value $.01 per share. (An individual
share within the respective classes of stock shall be referred to appropriately as
either a
Common Share
or a
Preferred Share.
) The Corporation has the authority to
issues 50,000,000 Common Shares and 1,000, 000 Preferred Shares. The authority of the
Corporation to issue shares may be limited to resolution of the board of directors of
the Corporation (the
Board of Directors"
). Shares may be issued from time to time for
such consideration in money or property (tangible or intangible) or labor or services
actually performed as the Board of Directors may determine in their sole judgment and
without the necessity of action by the holders of Shares. Common Shares may be issued
in series. Shares may not be issued until paid for and, when issued, are
non-assessable. Upon the effectiveness (the Effective Time) of the Certificate of
Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation adding this sentence, each share of Common
Stock that is issued and outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time (which
shall include each fractional share in excess of one (1) share held by any
stockholder), shall be subdivided and reclassified into three (3) fully-paid and
nonassessable shares of Common Stock (or, with respect to such fractional shares and
interests, such lesser number of shares and fractional shares or interests as may be
applicable based upon such one-to-three ratio).
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Corporation has caused this Certificate of Amendment to be signed by
its officers thereunto duly authorized this day of
, 2009.
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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