Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increased by 18% in Q1 2019 compared to Q1 2018, driven by improvements in apparel and jewelry wholesale businesses and jewelry e-commerce [10][22] - Adjusted EBITDA was nearly equal to the prior year quarter after add-backs from non-recurring charges of approximately $100,000 [11] - Net income for Q1 2019 was approximately $0.13 million or $0.01 per diluted share, down from $0.5 million or $0.03 per diluted share in the prior year quarter [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The interactive television business performed well, particularly in the Isaac Mizrahi brand, while the Judith Ripka brand showed strong growth in wholesale and e-commerce [13][16] - The wholesale apparel business saw promising early indications from retail accounts after recruiting experienced merchandising and operations executives [15] - Judith Ripka's e-commerce business was trending to be at 500% growth over last year, supported by new 3D design technology [37][39] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International markets, particularly in the U.K. and Italy, are experiencing nice growth [14] - The jewelry business on QVC faced macro headwinds due to reduced air time allocation for jewelry [41][42] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a licensing model to a vertical consumer products, media, and technology-based operating company, focusing on expanding brands across all distribution channels [12] - The company is considering strategic acquisition opportunities to drive growth, particularly targeting less technologically advanced companies [19] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about top-line revenue growth and the potential for acceleration in wholesale sales in Q3 and Q4 [36] - The company is actively monitoring manufacturing exposure in China and has pivoted production to Vietnam, with 60% of production now in Vietnam [43] Other Important Information - Total revenue for the quarter was $10.3 million, with net revenue decreasing slightly to $8.5 million [22] - Total operating expenses increased to $7.8 million, primarily due to the amortization of the Halston brand trademark [23][24] - As of March 31, 2019, the company had unrestricted cash of approximately $6.8 million, down from $8.8 million at the end of 2018 [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the wholesale apparel business trending? - Management expects acceleration in Q3 and Q4, balancing inventories with retail partners in Q1 [36] Question: Is Judith Ripka still on track for significant e-commerce growth? - Yes, the brand is utilizing 3D design technology and consumer insight testing, with strong early indications for new collections [37][39] Question: What are the headwinds in the interactive TV segment? - The brand is performing well, but QVC is allocating less air time to jewelry, impacting the channel [41][42] Question: What is the company's exposure to manufacturers in China? - The company has pivoted to Vietnam for production and is actively monitoring the situation [43]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2018 Commission File Number: 001-37527 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 XCEL BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) 1333 Broadway, 10th Floor, Ne ...