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SEC Filing Summary: Broadleaf Capital Partners, Inc. (10-Q)

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012. The registrant is Broadleaf Capital Partners, Inc., a Nevada corporation and publicly traded diversified investment holding company. The company is currently in a restructuring phase, having sold its only major income-producing asset (Canyon Shadows LP) in February 2012. It is actively seeking new business opportunities, specifically in real estate and finance, to fund operations. The company is classified as a smaller reporting company and is not a shell company.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Turnaround to Profitability: The company reported a net income of $933,908, a significant improvement from a net loss of $27,158 in the prior year. This was driven primarily by non-operating items.
• Realized Gain on Sale: A realized gain of $947,427 was recorded from the sale of the company's investment in Canyon Shadows LP in February 2012.
• Debt Forgiveness: The company recognized $53,056 in income from the forgiveness of old accounts payable dating back to 2004.
• Debt Reduction: Total liabilities decreased by approximately $895,000, largely due to the settlement of notes payable and judgments using proceeds from the asset sale and stock conversions.
• Expense Increase: General and administrative expenses increased by $42,926 (120% increase) due to due diligence consulting fees for potential M&A candidates and higher transfer agent fees.
• Revenue Decline: Operating revenues decreased to $633 as the company no longer holds the income-producing asset sold in February.

Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary

• Going Concern: The filing includes a "Going Concern" warning. Despite the current quarter's profit, the company has an accumulated deficit of over $14 million. Management states that future operations depend on obtaining adequate capital to fund losses until profitability is achieved through new ventures.
• Liquidity: Cash balances of $290,191 are deemed insufficient to fund operations for extended periods. The company plans to raise capital through stock sales, debt conversions, or acquisitions.
• Internal Controls: Management concluded that disclosure controls and internal controls over financial reporting were ineffective as of March 31, 2012. Material weaknesses were identified due to limited personnel, lack of segregation of duties, and absence of an audit committee.
• Stock Issuances: Significant unregistered stock issuances occurred in Q1 2012 to settle judgments, pay interest on notes, and compensate for services, resulting in substantial dilution.
• Risk Factors: The stock is classified as a "penny stock," limiting liquidity. The company faces risks related to its inability to secure financing, potential suspension of operations, and the speculative nature of its business plan.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Verify Asset Sale Proceeds: Confirm the actual cash received from the Canyon Shadows LP sale and how it was allocated between debt repayment and operating reserves.
• Assess Debt Status: Review the terms of the remaining $73,371 in notes payable, specifically regarding default status and conversion rights.
• Review Stock Dilution: Analyze the impact of recent unregistered stock issuances (over 23 million shares issued in March 2012) on existing shareholder value.
• Confirm Going Concern Plan: Evaluate the feasibility of management's plan to secure new capital or acquisitions given the lack of current revenue streams.
• Internal Control Remediation: Check for updates on the remediation of material weaknesses in financial reporting and the establishment of an audit committee.