GREENBROOK TMS RAISES US$5.3 MILLION IN DEBT FINANCING

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Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH) secures additional US$5,262,952 in senior secured term loans from Madryn Asset Management, LP, with the option for Madryn to convert up to approximately US$478,450 of the outstanding principal amount of the new loan into common shares of the company at a conversion price per share equal to US$1.90.

Financial Analyst

The additional senior secured term loan acquired by Greenbrook TMS Inc. from Madryn Asset Management suggests a strategic move to manage the company's immediate liquidity requirements and debt service obligations. The infusion of US$5,262,952 in capital indicates that Greenbrook is actively addressing its cash flow challenges, which is crucial for maintaining operations and potentially avoiding more severe financial distress.

From a financial analysis standpoint, the terms of the Amendment, including the conversion option at a fixed price of US$1.90 per share, introduce potential dilution for current shareholders. However, this dilution could be offset by the benefit of strengthened financial stability. The conversion feature also aligns Madryn's interests with those of the company, potentially providing a vote of confidence to other investors regarding Greenbrook's long-term prospects.

It is important to note that the reliance on the 'financial hardship' exemption to bypass formal valuation and minority approval under MI 61-101 raises concerns about the company's financial health. While this move expedites the transaction and meets immediate needs, investors should closely monitor the company's subsequent financial disclosures and strategic decisions to better understand the long-term implications of these transactions.

Legal Expert

The invocation of the 'financial hardship' exemption under MI 61-101 by Greenbrook TMS Inc. is a significant legal maneuver that allows the company to forgo certain procedural safeguards designed to protect minority shareholders. This exemption is typically reserved for situations where a company faces serious financial difficulties and requires immediate action to prevent further detriment.

While this move may raise red flags regarding the company's financial stability, it is also indicative of the board's determination to take decisive steps to address liquidity concerns. The unanimous decision by the independent directors suggests that the transaction terms are deemed reasonable and in the best interests of Greenbrook in the current circumstances.

However, stakeholders should be aware of the risks associated with related party transactions, particularly in the context of insider participation. The potential for conflicts of interest necessitates careful scrutiny of the transaction details as disclosed in the forthcoming material change report, which will provide additional transparency and allow shareholders to assess the fairness and strategic rationale of the Amendment.

Market Research Analyst

The transaction between Greenbrook TMS Inc. and Madryn Asset Management is indicative of a broader trend in the healthcare industry, where companies often rely on debt financing to manage cash flow and fund operations. The decision to secure additional financing through an Amendment to an existing credit facility reflects a common practice among healthcare firms that operate in capital-intensive environments.

Market conditions and investor sentiment towards the healthcare sector, particularly mental health services provided by companies like Greenbrook, can influence the availability and terms of such financing. The fixed conversion price of US$1.90 per share provides a reference point for market participants to gauge current valuation expectations against future equity price performance.

As Greenbrook explores additional near-term financing options, the market will be watching for signals that could indicate the company's ability to sustain its financial commitments and growth trajectory. The outcome of these efforts will likely have a direct impact on investor confidence and the company's market valuation.

TORONTO, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH) ("Greenbrook" or the "Company") today announced that it has entered into the twenty-second amendment (the "Amendment") to the Company's credit facility (the "Credit Facility") with affiliates of Madryn Asset Management, LP ("Madryn"). As part of the Amendment, the Company secured an additional US$5,262,952 in senior secured term loans from Madryn under the Credit Facility (the "New Loan"). After giving effect to the New Loan, the Company has an aggregate amount of approximately US$81 million outstanding under the Credit Facility (collectively, the "Loans").

The proceeds of the New Loan is expected to be used by the Company to fund certain debt service obligations of the Company and for general corporate and working capital purposes. The Company is also currently considering additional near-term financing options to address its future liquidity needs.

The Amendment also provides Madryn with the option to convert up to approximately US$478,450 of the outstanding principal amount of the New Loan into common shares of the Company ("Common Shares") at a conversion price per share equal to US$1.90 (the "Conversion Price"), subject to customary anti-dilution adjustments (the "Conversion Instrument"). This conversion feature corresponds to the conversion provisions for the Loans previously issued under the Credit Facility, which provide Madryn with the option to convert a portion of the outstanding principal amount of the Loans into Common Shares at the Conversion Price. After giving effect to the issuance of the Conversion Instrument, Madryn has the option to convert up to an aggregate of approximately US$7.4 million of the outstanding principal amount of the Loans into Common Shares at the Conversion Price.

MI 61-101 Disclosure

Madryn is an insider of the Company. Accordingly, the foregoing transactions are considered "related party transactions" for purposes of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101") which, absent any available exemption, would require a formal valuation and minority approval under MI 61-101. The board of directors of the Company (including all independent directors) unanimously determined in good faith that the Company may rely on the "financial hardship" exemption from the formal valuation and minority approval requirements set out in Section 5.5(g) and Section 5.7(e) of MI 61-101 with respect to such transactions, given that the Company is in serious financial difficulty, the transactions are designed to improve the financial position of the Company, and the exemption provided for in Section 5.5(f) of MI 61-101 is not available, as the transactions contemplated are not subject to court approval under bankruptcy or insolvency law. In addition, the Company has one or more independent directors who have determined that the terms and conditions of the transactions are reasonable for the Company in the circumstances and are in its best interests. Further information required by MI 61-101 in connection with the foregoing transactions will be set forth in the Company's material change report to be filed under the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com if and as required by MI 61-101. The material change report will be filed less than 21 days before the closing of the foregoing transactions, as the shorter period was necessary in order to permit the Company to complete the transactions in a timeframe consistent with usual market practice for transactions of this nature and in order to expeditiously address the Company's immediate liquidity needs.

About Greenbrook TMS Inc. 

Operating through 130 Company-operated treatment centers, Greenbrook is a leading provider of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation ("TMS") therapy and Spravato® (esketamine nasal spray), FDA-cleared, non-invasive therapies for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder ("MDD") and other mental health disorders, in the United States. TMS therapy provides local electromagnetic stimulation to specific brain regions known to be directly associated with mood regulation. Spravato® is offered to treat adults with treatment-resistant depression and depressive symptoms in adults with MDD with suicidal thoughts or actions. Greenbrook has provided more than 1.3 million treatments to over 40,000 patients struggling with depression.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information

Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements relating to the New Loan and the expected use of proceeds therefrom, may constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws in Canada and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, "forward-looking information"). Forward-looking information may relate to the Company's future financial and liquidity outlook and anticipated events or results and may include information regarding the Company's business, financial position, results of operations, business strategy, growth plans and strategies, technological development and implementation, budgets, operations, financial results, taxes, dividend policy, plans and objectives. Particularly, information regarding the New Loan and the expected use of proceeds therefrom may be forward-looking information. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "targets", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "an opportunity exists", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "outlook", "forecasts", "projection", "prospects", "strategy", "intends", "anticipates", "does not anticipate", "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "should", "could", "would", "might", "will", "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, intentions, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information. Statements containing forward-looking information are not facts but instead represent management's expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events or circumstances.

Forward-looking information is necessarily based on a number of opinions, assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company as of the date of this press release, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements or future events or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: macroeconomic factors such as inflation and recessionary conditions, substantial doubt regarding the Company's ability to continue as a going concern due to recurring losses from operations; inability to increase cash flow and/or raise sufficient capital to support the Company's operating activities and fund its cash obligations, repay indebtedness and satisfy the Company's working capital needs and debt obligations; prolonged decline in the price of the Common Shares reducing the Company's ability to raise capital; inability to satisfy debt covenants under the Credit Facility and the potential acceleration of indebtedness; risks related to the resolution of the Company's ongoing litigation with Benjamin Klein and compliance with the terms of their settlement agreement; risks related to the ability to continue to negotiate amendments to the Credit Facility to prevent a default; risks relating to the Company's ability to deliver and execute on the previously-announced restructuring plan (the "Restructuring Plan") and the possible failure to complete the Restructuring Plan on terms acceptable to the Company or its suppliers (including Neuronetics, Inc.), or at all; risks relating to maintaining an active, liquid and orderly trading market for Common Shares as a result of the Company's recent delisting notification and potential inability to regain compliance with the Nasdaq Stock Market's listing rules; risks relating to the Company's ability to realize expected cost-savings and other anticipated benefits from the Restructuring Plan; risks related to the Company's negative cash flows, liquidity and its ability to secure additional financing; increases in indebtedness levels causing a reduction in financial flexibility; inability to achieve or sustain profitability in the future; inability to secure additional financing to fund losses from operations and satisfy the Company's debt obligations; risks relating to strategic alternatives, including restructuring or refinancing of the Company's debt, seeking additional debt or equity capital, reducing or delaying the Company's business activities and strategic initiatives, or selling assets, other strategic transactions and/or other measures, including obtaining bankruptcy protection, and the terms, value and timing of any transaction resulting from that process; claims made by or against the Company, which may be resolved unfavorably to us; risks relating to the Company's dependence on Neuronetics, Inc. as its exclusive supplier of TMS devices. Additional risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company's materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, available at www.sedarplus.com and www.sec.gov, respectively. These factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company; however, these factors should be considered carefully. There can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements containing any forward-looking information, or the factors or assumptions underlying them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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FAQ

What is the latest announcement from Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH)?

Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH) has secured an additional US$5,262,952 in senior secured term loans from Madryn Asset Management, LP, with the option for Madryn to convert up to approximately US$478,450 of the outstanding principal amount of the new loan into common shares of the company at a conversion price per share equal to US$1.90.

What is the purpose of the new loan secured by Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH)?

The proceeds of the new loan are expected to be used by the company to fund certain debt service obligations and for general corporate and working capital purposes.

Who is providing the new loan to Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH)?

The new loan is provided by affiliates of Madryn Asset Management, LP.

What are the terms of the conversion option for Madryn in the new loan?

Madryn has the option to convert up to approximately US$478,450 of the outstanding principal amount of the new loan into common shares of the company at a conversion price per share equal to US$1.90.

What is the significance of the MI 61-101 Disclosure in the announcement by Greenbrook TMS Inc. (NASDAQ: GBNH)?

The MI 61-101 Disclosure highlights that the transactions are considered 'related party transactions' and may require formal valuation and minority approval under MI 61-101, with the company relying on the 'financial hardship' exemption.