Independent board membersThe fact Brad has shy'd away from an independent board is a major red flag, and everything else that seems to be piling up also adds to the concerns.
That said, look at GSTR as an example. Low float, low MC (just started trading), will do $20M in revenue and plans to be a MSO this year with the addition of 2 more states, but importantly, a solid management team with connections and an INDEPENDENT BOARD
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