Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q2 2025 were $1.3 million, down from $3 million in Q2 2024, and year-to-date revenues were $2.7 million compared to $5.1 million in the prior year [10][11] - Direct operating costs decreased by 39% to $1.9 million in Q2 2025 from $3.1 million in Q2 2024, and year-to-date direct operating costs were $4.2 million, down 48% from $7.1 million [10][11] - The company reported a net loss of approximately $4 million or $1.66 per share for Q2 2025, compared to a net income of $200,000 or $0.08 per share in Q2 2024 [13][14] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was negative $300,000, showing a year-over-year improvement of 45% when excluding the contribution from the Lori Goldstein brand [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company launched new creator influencer brands, including those with Cesar Millan, Gemma Stafford, and Jenny Martinez, which are expected to diversify the brand portfolio and reduce tariff volatility [7][8] - The social media reach across the brand portfolio grew from 5 million followers at the start of the year to 43 million [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is approaching Q3 and Q4 with caution due to tariff impacts on QVC and HSN, particularly affecting the Halston brand [9] - Judith Rip's brand at JTV saw an increase of over 65% from Q1 [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to build a brand portfolio to 100 million social media followers and is focusing on launching new influencer brands [7] - A strategic alliance with United Trademark Group is expected to enhance the company's platform and accelerate the formation of additional creator influencer brands [6][7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the upcoming launches and indicated that they are on target for revenue forecasts [22] - The company is monitoring the impact of changes in wholesale licensees on product delivery and sales [23] Other Important Information - The company closed a public equity offering and private placement for gross proceeds of approximately $2.6 million, enhancing liquidity [6][17] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had stockholders' equity of approximately $22 million and unrestricted cash of about $1 million [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of Lori Goldstein divestiture on revenue - The divestiture contributed approximately $1.5 million to revenue and over $500,000 to EBITDA in the prior year [19][20] Question: Revenue and profitability outlook for Q3 and Q4 - Management indicated that they are on target for revenue forecasts and expect sequential improvement in Q3 [22][23] Question: Update on liquidity post-stock offering - The company raised an additional $2.2 million in cash and is stable in terms of liquidity [25][26] Question: Update on the Ormy initiative - The Ormy team is improving user experience and growing the user base, with plans to develop products for influencers [27][28] Question: Updates on Halston brand - Recent meetings with Halston's new president indicated substantial investments and excitement about future plans [32][34] Question: New brands coming in earlier than expected - Brands mentioned include Cesar Millan, Gemma Stafford, and Jenny Martinez, with a focus on launching food products first [35][36] Question: Attractive product categories for influencer partnerships - The company is focusing on influencers in the fashion sector and is excited about a new influencer for the LongeBurger brand [37]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q4 2024 were $1.2 million and $8.3 million for the full fiscal year, roughly half of the prior year due to the sale of the Lori Goldstein brand and exit from wholesale operations [14] - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $1.3 million, a slight increase from Q4 2024 [14] - Adjusted EBITDA loss for Q4 2024 was $792,000, an improvement of $361,000 from Q4 2023 [13] - The company reported a net loss of approximately $2.8 million for Q1 2025, a 56% improvement on a GAAP basis compared to the prior year [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has reduced direct operating costs and expenses by nearly 50% year over year from FY 2023 to FY 2024 [15] - Direct operating expenses for Q1 2025 were approximately $2.3 million, about 40% lower than the prior year [16] - The Longeberger brand is set to launch on QVC in the fall, and the Ormy team has onboarded 25 premium beauty brands [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Social media reach across the brand portfolio grew from 5 million followers in January 2025 to 45 million [10] - The company aims to build a portfolio of creator influencer brands that reaches 100 million followers [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The strategic transaction with United Trademark Group aims to enhance global distribution and product quality [9] - The company is focusing on creator influencer brands, with new launches expected to drive growth [10] - Management is cautious about Q3 and Q4 due to potential impacts from tariffs and operational consolidations [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management is assessing the impact of tariffs and the HSN Tampa studio closure on business operations [13] - The company forecasts adjusted EBITDA for 2025 to be between $1 million and $2.5 million, factoring in potential disruptions [23] - Management believes that influencer brands are the new currency in media, particularly with credible voices in their categories [31] Other Important Information - The company has a balance sheet reflecting stockholders' equity of approximately $26 million and unrestricted cash of about $300,000 as of March 31, 2025 [20] - The company refinanced its term debt, resulting in a net increase of approximately $3 million in liquidity [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on adjusted EBITDA for 2025 - Management confirmed that the adjusted EBITDA forecast includes potential impacts from tariffs and operational disruptions [23] Question: Run rate of operating costs - The run rate for overhead costs is approximately $9 million annually, translating to less than $2.5 million per quarter [24][25] Question: Liquidity needs for upcoming brand launches - Management stated that current liquidity is sufficient, but they will address any additional capital needs as they arise [28] Question: Revenue potential of recently launched brands - Management indicated that brands like Cesar Millan have the potential to generate between $5 million and $10 million in royalty income per year [47] Question: Operating expenses as the business pivots to growth - Management noted that the structure is designed to scale, with incremental costs primarily tied to revenue growth [49][50] Question: Revenue expectations for Q2 - Management expressed confidence in Q2 performance but will report any significant impacts as they arise [52]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q4 2024 were $1.2 million and for the full fiscal year 2024 were $8.3 million, both approximately half of the prior year due to the sale of the Lori Goldstein brand and exit from wholesale operations [13][14] - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $1.3 million, showing a slight increase from Q4 2024 [13] - The company reported a net loss of approximately $2.8 million for Q1 2025, an improvement from a loss of $6.3 million in the prior year quarter, representing a 56% improvement on a GAAP basis [18] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was negative $700,000, a 56% improvement over the negative $1.6 million reported in the prior year quarter [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has significantly reduced direct operating costs and expenses by nearly 50% year over year from FY 2023 to FY 2024 [14] - Direct operating expenses for Q1 2025 were approximately $2.3 million, about 40% lower than the prior year period [14] - The company generated an adjusted EBITDA loss of $792,000 in Q4 2024, which is a $361,000 improvement over Q4 2023 [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The social media reach across the brand portfolio grew from 5 million followers in January 2025 to 45 million to date, indicating a significant increase in media currency [9] - The company aims to build a portfolio of creator influencer brands that reaches 100 million followers, which is expected to accelerate growth [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company closed a strategic transaction with United Trademark Group in April 2025, enhancing its brand management and supply chain capabilities [7] - The partnership with UTG is expected to accelerate the formation of additional creator influencer brands [8] - The company is focusing on acquiring brands with significant social media followings and media companies to extend its reach [34] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed caution for Q3 and Q4 2025 due to potential impacts from tariffs and the consolidation of HSN's operations [10] - The company is assessing the impact of tariffs and the HSN Tampa studio closure and is working on potential solutions, including short-term domestic production [12] - Management forecasts adjusted EBITDA for 2025 to be in the range of $1 million to $2.5 million, including potential impacts from tariffs and operational disruptions [21] Other Important Information - The company reported stockholders' equity of approximately $26 million and unrestricted cash of approximately $300,000 as of March 31, 2025 [19] - The company refinanced its term debt in April 2025, resulting in a net increase of approximately $3 million in liquidity [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on adjusted EBITDA for 2025 - Management confirmed that the adjusted EBITDA forecast includes potential impacts from tariffs and disruptions due to HSN's relocation [21] Question: Run rate of operating costs - The run rate for operating costs is approximately $9 million annually, translating to less than $2.5 million per quarter [23][24] Question: Guarantees from G III on Halston - The guaranteed minimum under the license is $1.7 million per year, with expectations for a slight pickup in Q2 [25] Question: Liquidity needs for upcoming launches - Management indicated that current liquidity is sufficient, but they will address any additional capital needs as they arise [26][27] Question: Revenue potential from new brands - Management anticipates that new brands like Cesar Millan's pet products could generate between $5 million and $10 million in royalty income per year [46] Question: Operating expenses as the business pivots to growth - The structure is designed to scale, with incremental costs primarily tied to revenue growth [47][48]