Joe Fadgen's questions to Greenidge Generation Holdings (GREE) leadership • Q2 2016
Question
Joe Fadgen of Craig-Hallum inquired about the significant increase in G&A expenses, the details of the new Sears agreement, and any potential strategic shifts following the appointment of a new Board of Directors.
Answer
Roop Lakkaraju, CFO & COO, explained that the G&A increase was due to $1.5 million in proxy contest costs, which will not recur, bringing the forward operating expense run rate to about $5.3 million. Michelle Johnson, General Counsel, detailed the Sears agreement as a competitive win for a new connected home support program that will start as a pilot and grow over time. She also stated that the new board is currently evaluating the business and no strategic changes have been announced.