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Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Upgrades Audit Capabilities, Engages Semple, Marchal & Cooper, LLP as Independent PCAOB Auditor to Support Continued Expansion
Globenewswire· 2026-02-17 13:40
Core Insights - Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) has engaged Semple, Marchal & Cooper, LLP as its new independent PCAOB auditor, marking a strategic upgrade in its financial governance infrastructure [1][2] - The decision to hire Semple is driven by the increased complexity of ETST's consolidated accounting due to its rapid expansion in pharmacy compounding, telemedicine, and real estate [2][3] Company Overview - ETST is a diversified holding company focused on the health and wellness sector, operating a vertically integrated portfolio that includes compounding pharmacies, telemedicine platforms, and healthcare facilities [4] - The company owns RxCompoundStore.com and Mister Meds, which are licensed compounding pharmacies providing sterile and non-sterile medications across a growing network of U.S. states [4] - ETST also manages Avenvi, its real estate and asset management arm, and MagneChef, a direct-to-consumer brand for innovative kitchen products [5] Governance and Strategic Direction - The Board of Directors believes that as ETST matures from a developmental stage to a rapidly growing diversified holding company, its corporate governance framework must evolve accordingly [2][3] - Jeff P. H. Cazeau, Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee, emphasized the importance of selecting Semple for their reputation and ability to address the company's increasingly complex financial structure [3]