Shareholders to Vote on Highly Dilutive Equity Plan and Substantial Executive Compensation

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This definitive proxy statement outlines proposals for the upcoming annual meeting, with the most significant being the approval of a new 2026 Equity Incentive Plan. This plan is highly dilutive, initially authorizing 1.3 million shares (approximately 11% of current outstanding shares) plus an aggressive 'evergreen' provision for an additional 5% of total outstanding capital stock annually for ten years. This level of potential dilution is substantial for a company of this size and could significantly impact existing shareholder value. Furthermore, the filing details significant executive compensation and severance packages for former CEOs, totaling over $550,000 and $430,000 respectively in 2025, against a backdrop of reported net losses. The compensation for the CEO of Reed's (Asia), who is the spouse of the Chairperson, also includes substantial reimbursements, raising related-party considerations. These factors collectively present a negative outlook on capital management and shareholder value.

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• Highly Dilutive Equity Incentive Plan Proposed

  Shareholders will vote on the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, which authorizes 1.3 million shares for grants and includes an automatic annual increase of 5% of outstanding capital stock for ten years. This represents an initial potential dilution of approximately 11% and a significant ongoing dilutive overhang.

• Substantial Executive Severance Packages Disclosed

  Former CEO Cyril A. Wallace, Jr. received a separation package on April 16, 2026, including a $58,333.33 severance payment, COBRA premium reimbursement, and waiver of repayment for a $35,000 signing bonus and up to $50,000 in relocation expenses. He also received 36,657 fully vested restricted stock awards and a $36,336.30 cash payment. Former CEO Norman E. Snyder, Jr. received $412,512 in departure benefits in 2025.

• Executive Compensation Amidst Net Losses

  The company reported net losses of $15.8 million in 2025, yet executive compensation for Named Executive Officers remained substantial, including significant reimbursements for the CEO of Reed's (Asia), who is the spouse of the Chairperson.

• Board of Directors Election

  Five directors are nominated for election, including interim CEO Neal M. Cohane and Chairperson Shufen Deng. Three directors, including the Chairperson, were designated by D&D Source of Life Holding, Ltd., the company's largest shareholder (52.1%).

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This definitive proxy statement outlines proposals for the upcoming annual meeting, with the most significant being the approval of a new 2026 Equity Incentive Plan. This plan is highly dilutive, initially authorizing 1.3 million shares (approximately 11% of current outstanding shares) plus an aggressive 'evergreen' provision for an additional 5% of total outstanding capital stock annually for ten years. This level of potential dilution is substantial for a company of this size and could significantly impact existing shareholder value. Furthermore, the filing details significant executive compensation and severance packages for former CEOs, totaling over $550,000 and $430,000 respectively in 2025, against a backdrop of reported net losses. The compensation for the CEO of Reed's (Asia), who is the spouse of the Chairperson, also includes substantial reimbursements, raising related-party considerations. These factors collectively present a negative outlook on capital management and shareholder value.