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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

 

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): November 8, 2023

 

 

 

 

BIOSTAX CORP

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

 Florida   000-54933   59-3226705
(State or Other Jurisdiction   (Commission   (I.R.S. Employer
of Incorporation)   File Number)   Identification No.)

 

2431 Aloma Ave, Suite 124, Winter Park, FL 32792

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

 

888-391-9355

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
   
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
   
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
   
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of Each Class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common   BSTAX   OTC PINK

 

 

 

   
 

 

SECTION 5 — CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

 

Item 5.02   Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
     
    Appointment of Roger Craig Suro as Director
     
    On November 8, 2023 the board of directors of Biostax Corp, (the “Company”) appointed Mr. Roger Craig Suro, age 49 to the Board of Directors in accordance with the bylaws of the Issuer.
     
    Mr. Suro began his career in the public section where he was Virginia’s Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Resources under Secretary Jane Woods. He later became a real estate developer with Realty Venture Groups LLC and has been a partner at Varidian LLC, a chemical manufacturer since 2009. In 2010 he co-founded CareTime LLC, a software company that supports home care agencies and he currently remains a principal there. In 2014 he co-founded the Tangier Island Oyster Company, a not for profit advocacy organization. From 2020-2022 he worked as a consultant at Statera Biopharma where he analyzed national legislation and policy proposals and advised the company on their potential impacts.
     
    Since 2016 he has been on the HCA Hospitals of Richmond board and the HCA Division Region Market Advisory Committee. He has also been on the Pharma Doctors Hospital Board since 2022, the Greater Richmond YMCA board since 2013 and volunteers on its Property and Facilities committee. He has also been on the Steward School Board of Trustees since 2023 and the Community Board for the Blue Ridge Bank since 2018.
     
     In 1997 he graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Commerce and he received an Executive Mini MBA from the University of Richmond in 2016.
     
    There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Suro and any other persons pursuant to which he was selected as a director. There are no family relationships that exist between Mr. Suro and any directors or executive officers of the Company. In addition, there has been no transaction, nor is there any currently proposed transaction between Mr. Suro and the Company that would require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

 

SECTION 8 — OTHER EVENTS

 

Item 8.01   Other Events.
     
    On November 15, 2023 Biostax Corp (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the appointment of Mr. Roger Craig Suro to the Board of Directors. A Copy of the press release is attached to this report as Exhibit 99.1. The press release furnished in this report as Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section.

 

SECTION 9 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

 

Item 9.01   Financial Statements and Exhibits.
     
    (d) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.   Description of Exhibit
     
99.1   Press Release Dated November 15, 2023
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (Embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

   
 

 

SIGNATURES

 

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, hereunto duly authorized.

 

  BISOSTAX CORP
  By /s/ Noreen Griffin
   

Name: Noreen Griffin

Title: Chief Executive Officer

 

Date: November 15, 2023

 

   
 

 

INDEX TO EXHIBITS

 

Exhibit No.   Description
99.1   Press Release Dated November 15, 2023
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (Embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

   

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

Biostax Announces a Director Appointment of Influential Business Leader Craig Suro

 

Orlando, FL, November 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Biostax Corp (OTC Pink: BTAX) (“Biostax”), a hub and spoke biotech development engine, announces the appointment of Influential Business Leader Roger “Craig” Suro.

 

Renowned Virginia native, Mr. Suro, has emerged as a driving force in the realms of business innovation, public policy, and community revitalization. With an extensive background in business development and public service, Mr. Suro has continually spearheaded transformative initiatives that have left a lasting impact on Virginia’s economic landscape.

 

In welcoming Mr. Suro, the Company’s CEO, Noreen Griffin, remarked, “We are thrilled to have Craig join our team. His remarkable track record in driving capital, innovation, and funding for transformative projects is unparalleled. His expertise will undoubtedly amplify our company’s growth trajectory. With Craig on board, we anticipate a surge in innovation, unparalleled opportunities for our company, and increased funding avenues that will propel us to new heights of success.”

 

Mr. Suro’s journey began Virginia’s Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Resources under the office of Secretary Jane Woods where he exhibited exceptional leadership in policy coordination, legislative affairs, and relationship building with state healthcare agencies. His expertise in healthcare policies laid the foundation for his venture into the private sector, where he co-founded Caretime LLC in 2010. This private healthcare software company, under Mr. Suro’s guidance, achieved remarkable success, experiencing an average annual revenue growth of 52%. Caretime’s innovative solutions empowered healthcare providers across 26 states in detecting fraud within Medicaid- and Medicare-funded home healthcare services.

 

Recognized for his entrepreneurial acumen, Mr. Suro ventured into the aquaculture industry in 2014, founding the not-for profit,Tangier Island Oyster Company. His vision revitalized the economy of Tangier Island, providing over 1 million premium brand oysters annually to select restaurants creating a range of new employment opportunities and establishing a sustainable market for premium oysters.

 

In recent years, Mr. Suro’s focus has shifted towards the burgeoning field of Biotechnology. Collaborating with leading companies in the Richmond/Petersburg region, he has been instrumental in driving innovative drug research and manufacturing projects. His consultancy work ensures that these initiatives maximize growth, fostering synergies that benefit communities, national safety, and public health.

 

Mr. Suro’s dedication to community development is reflected in his service on several boards and committees. He serves on the Greater Richmond YMCA Board and currently volunteers on the Property and Facilities committee. Presently, he serves on the HCA Central Division Region Market Advisory Committee, the Community Board for Blue Ridge Bank, and the Board of Trustees for The Steward School.

 

With a legacy marked by innovation, collaboration, and community empowerment, Craig Suro continues to shape Virginia’s future. His dynamic approach and visionary leadership make him a driving force behind transformative change, leaving an indelible mark on businesses, communities, and industries alike.

 

   

 

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