Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a Current Report filed by Safety Shot, Inc. (not BONK, INC.) on July 31, 2025, covering events occurring between July 25, 2025 and July 31, 2025. The Company is incorporated in Delaware and trades on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbols SHOT (Common Stock) and SHOTW (Warrants). The registrant is classified as an emerging growth company.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on corporate governance changes and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
- Resignation of CFO: Danielle De Rosa resigned as Chief Financial Officer effective July 25, 2025.
- Appointment of CFO: The Board of Directors appointed Markita L. Russel as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 30, 2025.
- Internal Promotion: Ms. Russel had previously served as the Company's Controller since 2020 and brings over 30 years of experience in financial and accounting sectors.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain updated financial guidance, forward-looking outlook statements, or specific risk factors beyond the standard disclosure regarding the press release (Exhibit 99.1) not being deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. No unusual items or contingencies were reported in this document.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the transition timeline between the resignation of Danielle De Rosa and the appointment of Markita L. Russel to ensure no gap in financial oversight.
- Review the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 for additional details on Ms. Russel's background and strategic plans.
- Confirm the trading status of the Common Stock (SHOT) and Warrants (SHOTW) on The Nasdaq Capital Market following the announcement.
- Check subsequent filings (e.g., 10-Q or 10-K) for the first financial results prepared under the new CFO's tenure.