Management Change/Compensation (Form 8-K)

On October 18, 2025, Bruce Thornton was terminated as an employee and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company, and from any other position at the Company or any of its subsidiaries to which he has been appointed. Mr. Thorton was terminated for cause in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement and will not receive any salary or benefits from the Company except those earned through October 18, 2025.

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