Genius Group Limited (NYSE:GNS) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 30, 2022 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Flora Hewitt - Vice President of Investor Relations and Mergers and Acquisitions Roger Hamilton - Chief Executive Officer Erez Simha - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Hunter Diamond - Diamond Equity Brad Sorensen - Zacks Operator Hello, and welcome to the Genius Group Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast. At this time, all participants are in a l ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Genius Group generated total pro forma revenue of $16.57 million in H1 2022, combining $7.44 million from the group and $9.13 million from five acquisitions [52] - The group's standalone revenue grew by 17.2% year-over-year, outpacing the global education market growth of 4.3% and the global ad tech market growth of 16.3% [54] - The group gross margin increased to 29.97% in H1 2022, driven by improved results from the campus business [55] - The group had negative adjusted EBITDA of $1.96 million in H1 2022, compared to a negative of $0.62 million in H1 2021 [58] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Educational revenue consists of digital education revenue and in-person education revenue, with campus revenue showing a 48% increase due to rising demand post-COVID-19 restrictions [53][54] - Digital education revenue increased by 9.4% [54] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The global education and training industry is projected to grow by 4.3% CAGR to $10 trillion by 2030, driven by population growth and technology [14] - The Edtech market is expected to grow at a much faster rate of 16.3% CAGR by 2025, reaching $404 billion [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to disrupt the education model with a student-centered, entrepreneurial curriculum, targeting a 50% year-on-year growth rate, with 30% from acquisitions and 20% from organic growth [45] - The acquisition strategy focuses on companies with revenues between $2 million to $25 million that can enhance the curriculum and contribute to the platform [33] - The company has completed five acquisitions in 2022, expanding its educational offerings across various age groups [34][38] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the current economic environment, including rising student debt, positions the company favorably as it offers lower-cost educational alternatives [76][78] - The company is maintaining a conservative approach to acquisitions in the current market, with a focus on sustainable growth [67] Other Important Information - The company is developing a Metaversity to enhance learning experiences through gamified and interactive environments [48][50] - The integration of acquired companies is expected to improve operational metrics and increase student retention through personalized education pathways [43][44] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does the company decide between developing offerings internally or pursuing acquisitions? - The company evaluates acquisitions based on the educational content and existing student base, aiming to digitize and expand offerings globally [70][72] Question: How is the company positioned in the current market environment, especially regarding potential recession? - The company believes it is well-positioned due to the rising costs of traditional education and the demand for affordable, skill-based education [76][78]

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Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F (Mark One) ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIE ...