Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory gets $1.8M loans, covenant waivers disclosed
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory entered two related-party credit arrangements on August 28, 2025, raising $1.8 million in new debt to fund capital investment and working capital. The company borrowed $1,200,000 from RMCF2 Credit, LLC evidenced by a promissory note due September 30, 2027, carrying 12% annual interest payable monthly, and secured by a deed of trust on the company’s Durango, Colorado property. An amendment with RMC Credit Facility, LLC provides an additional $600,000 under similar terms: a promissory note due September 30, 2027 with 12% interest payable monthly. The two lenders are special-purpose entities affiliated with the interim CEO and a board member. The company and both lenders agreed to waive the covenant limiting total liabilities to net worth for the quarters ending August 31, 2025 and November 30, 2025. An intercreditor agreement among the company, RMCF2 and RMC was also executed.
Positive
- $1.8 million in committed financing ($1.2M + $600K) to support capital investment and working capital
- Waivers of the maximum liabilities-to-net-worth covenant for two quarters avoid immediate covenant default
- Intercreditor agreement executed to clarify relative rights of the lenders
Negative
- Both financings are related-party arrangements with entities affiliated with the interim CEO and a board member
- High financing cost: 12% annual interest payable monthly, increasing interest expense
- Loans are secured by a deed of trust on the company’s Durango property, creating new lien exposure
- Waiver of leverage covenant for two quarters indicates near-term covenant pressure
Insights
TL;DR: Company secured $1.8M of short-term related-party financing at high interest and granted lien on property, stabilizing liquidity but raising cost and leverage concerns.
The financing provides immediate working capital and capital investment funds via a $1.2M loan from RMCF2 and a $600K amendment from RMC, both maturing September 30, 2027 with 12% annual interest. The debt is secured and accompanied by covenant waivers for two fiscal quarters, which preserves operating flexibility near-term. Key investor implications include higher financing cost versus typical bank debt, new secured obligations against real estate, and the existence of related-party affiliation between lenders and senior management/board that may affect governance perceptions. The intercreditor agreement could affect creditor priority if further financing is pursued.
TL;DR: Related-party loans and covenant waivers create potential conflicts and governance scrutiny despite addressing liquidity needs.
The loans originate from special-purpose entities affiliated with the interim CEO and a board member, which is disclosed in the filing. Such related-party financing requires careful disclosure and oversight to ensure arm’s-length terms; the filing identifies 12% interest and security over Durango property. Waivers of a leverage covenant for two quarters suggest the company was at risk of covenant breach absent the waivers. While the agreements are documented and exhibits are filed, investors and auditors will focus on how conflicts were managed and whether independent board members evaluated alternatives.
8-K Event Classification
3 items: 1.01, 2.03, 9.01
3 items
Item 1.01
Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement
Business
The company signed a significant contract such as a merger agreement, credit facility, or major partnership.
Item 2.03
Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement
Financial
The company incurred a new significant debt or off-balance-sheet obligation.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
UNITED STATES
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 28, 2025
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Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.
Credit Agreement with RMCF2 Credit, LLC
On August 28, 2025, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Colorado corporation (the “Company”) and wholly owned subsidiary of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Parent”), entered into a credit agreement (the “RMCF2 Credit Agreement”) with RMCF2 Credit, LLC (“RMCF2”), a special purpose investment entity affiliated with Jeffrey R. Geygan, Parent's Interim Chief Executive Officer and one of the members of Parent’s board of directors.
Pursuant to the Credit Agreement, among other things, RMCF2 agreed to make an advance to the Company in the principal amount of $1,200,000, which advance is evidenced by a promissory note (the “RMCF2 Note”). The RMCF2 Note will mature on September 30, 2027 (the “Maturity Date”), and interest will accrue at a rate of 12% per annum and is payable monthly in arrears. All outstanding principal and interest will be due on the Maturity Date. In connection with the RMCF2 Credit Agreement and RMCF2 Note, the Company also entered into a deed of trust for the benefit of RMCF2 (the “RMCF2 Deed of Trust”) with respect to the Company’s property in Durango, Colorado.
The proceeds of the RMCF2 Credit Agreement will be used for continued capital investment and working capital needs. The RMCF2 Credit Agreement contains customary events of default as well as customary affirmative and negative covenants, including, without limitation, certain reporting obligations and certain limitations on liens, encumbrances, and indebtedness.
The RMCF2 Credit Agreement also contains two financial covenants measured quarterly: a maximum ratio of total liabilities to total net worth and a minimum current ratio. On August 28, 2025, the Company and RMCF2 agreed to waive the financial covenant providing for a maximum ratio of total liabilities to total net worth for each of the fiscal quarters ending August 31, 2025 and November 30, 2025.
The preceding summaries of the RMCF2 Credit Agreement, RMCF2 Note, and RMCF2 Deed of Trust do not purport to be complete and are qualified in their entirety by reference to the RMCF2 Credit Agreement, RMCF2 Note, and RMCF2 Deed of Trust, which are filed as Exhibits 10.1, 10.2, and 10.3, respectively, to this Current Report on Form 8-K and are incorporated by reference.
Amendment to Credit Agreement with RMC Credit Facility, LLC
On August 28, 2025, the Company entered into a first amendment to promissory note and credit agreement (the “Amendment”), amending that certain credit agreement and promissory note, each dated September 30, 2024 with RMC Credit Facility, LLC (“RMC”), a special purpose investment entity affiliated with Steven L. Craig, one of the members of Parent’s board of directors. Pursuant to the Amendment, among other things, RMC agreed to make an additional advance to the Company in the principal amount of $600,000, evidenced by the amended promissory note (the “RMC Note”). The RMC Note will mature on September 30, 2027 (the “Maturity Date”), and interest will accrue at a rate of 12% per annum and is payable monthly in arrears. All outstanding principal and interest will be due on the Maturity Date.
The proceeds of the loan made pursuant to the Amendment will be used for continued capital investment and working capital needs. In connection with the Amendment and RMCF2 Credit Agreement, the Company also entered into an intercreditor agreement between the Company, RMCF2 and RMC.
The credit agreement with RMC also contains two financial covenants measured quarterly: a maximum ratio of total liabilities to total net worth and a minimum current ratio. On August 28, 2025, the Company and RMC agreed to waive the financial covenant providing for a maximum ratio of total liabilities to total net worth for each of the fiscal quarters ending August 31, 2025 and November 30, 2025.
The preceding summary of the Amendment does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the Amendment, which is filed as Exhibit 10.4 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated by reference.
Item 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant.
Reference is made to the information set forth in Item 1.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, which is incorporated by reference.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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Credit Agreement, dated August 28, 2025, by and between Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Colorado corporation, and RMCF2 Credit, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company.
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Promissory Note, dated August 28, 2025, made by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Colorado corporation, to RMCF2 Credit, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company.
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Deed of Trust, dated August 28, 2025, by and among Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Colorado corporation, RMCF2 Credit, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company, and the Public Trustee of La Plata County, Colorado.
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First Amendment to Credit Agreement and Promissory Note, dated August 28, 2025, by and between Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc., a Colorado corporation, and RMC Credit Facility, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company.
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY, INC.
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Date: September 3, 2025
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By:
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/s/ Jeffrey R. Geygan
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Name:
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Jeffrey R. Geygan
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Interim Chief Executive Officer
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FAQ
What loans did RMCF announce in the 8-K and who are the lenders?
The company entered a $1,200,000 credit agreement with RMCF2 Credit, LLC and a $600,000 amendment with RMC Credit Facility, LLC, both special-purpose entities affiliated with senior personnel.
What are the key terms of the new promissory notes?
Both notes mature on September 30, 2027, accrue interest at 12% per annum, with interest payable monthly in arrears and principal plus interest due at maturity.
Is any company property pledged as collateral?
Yes. The RMCF2 loan is secured by a deed of trust on the Durango, Colorado property; related security arrangements are addressed in the intercreditor agreement.
Were any financial covenants waived?
Yes. The lenders agreed to waive the covenant limiting the ratio of total liabilities to total net worth for the quarters ending August 31, 2025 and November 30, 2025.
What will the loan proceeds be used for?
The filing states the proceeds will be used for continued capital investment and working capital needs.
Are exhibits to review the full agreements available?
Yes. The credit agreement, promissory notes, deed of trust, and amendment are filed as Exhibits 10.1–10.4 to the Current Report.