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Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC ("Pioneer") is a privately held, independent commercial loan brokerage firm that provides consultative and intermediary services to business buyers and other parties seeking to secure financing for small and medium-sized business acquisitions. Pioneer operates exclusively as a facilitator and advisor in connection with the arrangement of financing transactions and does not underwrite, originate, fund, or otherwise provide loans or credit directly to any party. Pioneer is not a bank, credit union, direct lender, or financial institution of any kind.

Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC is not an agent, representative, delegate, affiliate, partner, or designee of the United States Small Business Administration ("SBA"), nor does it possess any official or unofficial status or relationship with the SBA or any other governmental or quasi-governmental body, department, or program at the federal, state, or local level. The services provided by Pioneer are entirely independent from those offered or administered by the SBA. No portion of Pioneer's activities should be interpreted as being conducted on behalf of, or with the authority or imprimatur of, the SBA or any related government entity.

Any references made by Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC to SBA loan products—specifically the SBA 7(a) Loan Program—are strictly for descriptive and illustrative purposes and are based solely on publicly available guidelines, commonly understood industry practices, and the practical experience of our team. Pioneer's familiarity with SBA 7(a) financing structures derives from the aggregate experience of its personnel, particularly Matthias Smith, who has engaged in SBA 7(a) transactions both during prior employment at SBA-participating financial institutions and through advisory mandates undertaken within the operational framework of Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC. These representations are intended solely to demonstrate knowledge of the marketplace and do not imply any formal or informal relationship, partnership, or approval by the SBA.
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The transaction examples, deal sizes, lending structures, or financing terms discussed by Pioneer—including but not limited to capital stack illustrations, sources and uses tables, or borrower qualifications—are hypothetical or historical in nature and do not constitute commitments, promises, guarantees, or offers to lend or arrange credit. All such information is presented for general informational and educational purposes only. Prospective borrowers are strongly encouraged to consult directly with licensed lenders, legal counsel, certified public accountants, and other qualified professionals before making any financial decisions.

Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC does not warrant or guarantee that any financing product, including SBA-backed loans, will be available to any specific applicant, nor can it ensure or predict the outcome of any credit application, underwriting review, or loan approval process. All financing is subject to the sole and exclusive discretion of third-party lenders, each of whom establishes and applies their own underwriting criteria, risk tolerances, and eligibility standards in accordance with applicable law and SBA program requirements.

By engaging with Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC or utilizing any of its informational materials, whether in written, oral, or digital form, you acknowledge and agree that no fiduciary, agency, or lender-borrower relationship is created between you and Pioneer, and that Pioneer disclaims any and all liability arising from your reliance on its content or advisory services. Pioneer does not and cannot provide legal, tax, investment, or accounting advice, and no information provided should be construed as such.

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, without regard to its conflicts of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this disclaimer, or the use of Pioneer’s services or materials, shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the appropriate state and federal courts located in the State of Wyoming.

COMPREHENSIVE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION AND ENFORCEMENT NOTICE

I. PROPRIETARY RIGHTS OWNERSHIP AND FEDERAL REGISTRATION PORTFOLIO
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Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC ("Company," "Registrant," or "Rights Holder") maintains exclusive, indefeasible ownership of an extensive and continuously expanding portfolio of intellectual property assets, constituting valuable proprietary business assets protected under the comprehensive framework of federal, state, common law, and international intellectual property regimes. Our intellectual property portfolio encompasses, without limitation, federally registered trademarks, service marks, collective marks, certification marks, trade dress, copyrightable subject matter, trade secrets, proprietary methodologies, confidential business information, and other intangible assets of substantial commercial value.

A. Federal Trademark Registration Portfolio
The following marks constitute registered trademarks of Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC, duly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office under the applicable International Classes pursuant to the Nice Classification system, and carrying the full panoply of rights, privileges, and protections afforded under federal law:

PIONEER CAPITAL ADVISORY LLC - Registration No. 7293577
Application Filing Date: December 15, 2022
Registration Date: January 30, 2024
Register: Principal
Renewal Status: Active and in full force

PIONEER CAPITAL ADVISORY LLC DESIGN MARK - Registration No. 7275838
Application Filing Date: December 15, 2022
Registration Date: January 16, 2024
Register: Principal
Renewal Status: Active and in full force

FULL STANDBY - Registration No. 7448864
Application Filing Date: December 27, 2022
Registration Date: July 9, 2024
Register: Supplemental
Renewal Status: Active and in full force

"PAVING THE PATH FOR ENTREPRENEURS TO ACCESS CAPITAL" - Registration No. 7275839
Application Filing Date: December 15, 2022
Registration Date: January 16, 2024
Register: Principal
Renewal Status: Active and in full force

B. Legal Presumptions and Evidentiary Framework‍
Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. § 1115(a) and (b), these federal registrations constitute prima facie evidence of: (i) the validity of the registered marks; (ii) the registrant's ownership of the marks; (iii) the registrant's exclusive right to use the marks in commerce in connection with the goods and services specified in the registrations; and (iv) the registrability of the marks. Upon the fifth anniversary of registration and filing of appropriate affidavits under 15 U.S.C. § 1065, these registrations shall become incontestable and constitute conclusive evidence of the registrant's exclusive right to use the marks, subject only to the narrow statutory defenses enumerated in 15 U.S.C. § 1115(b).

II. COMPREHENSIVE LEGAL PROTECTION FRAMEWORK

A. Federal Statutory Protection
Our intellectual property rights are protected under an extensive and overlapping framework of federal statutes, including but not limited to:
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Trademark and Service Mark Protection:
• The Lanham Trademark Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1051 et seq. (2018)
• Federal Trademark Dilution Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1125(c)
• Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1125(d)
• Truth in Domain Names Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1125(d)

Copyright Protection:
• Copyright Act of 1976, 17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.
• Digital Millennium Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. § 512
• Copyright Term Extension Act, 17 U.S.C. § 302

Trade Secret and Confidential Information Protection:
• Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016, 18 U.S.C. § 1836 et seq.
• Economic Espionage Act, 18 U.S.C. § 1831 et seq.

Unfair Competition and Commercial Tort Protection:
• Section 43(a) of the Lanham Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1125(a)
• Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. § 45

B. State Law Protection
Our rights are further protected under the comprehensive common law and statutory frameworks of all fifty states, including:

• State trademark and service mark statutes
• Common law trademark and unfair competition principles
• State trade secret protection acts (including Uniform Trade Secrets Act adoptions)
• State deceptive trade practices statutes
• State dilution statutes
• Misappropriation and commercial tort doctrines

C. International Legal Framework
Our intellectual property portfolio benefits from protection under numerous international treaties, conventions, and bilateral agreements, including:

• Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property
• Madrid Agreement and Protocol for International Registration of Marks
• TRIPS Agreement (Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights)
• Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
• WIPO Copyright Treaty and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty
• Various bilateral and multilateral intellectual property agreements

III. SCOPE OF PROTECTED INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

A. Trademark and Service Mark Rights.
Our trademark portfolio encompasses not only the federally registered marks specified herein, but also:

1. Common Law Trademark Rights: Extensive common law rights in numerous additional marks, slogans, taglines, and commercial identifiers used in commerce
2. Trade Dress Rights: Distinctive visual design elements, color schemes, packaging configurations, and overall commercial appearance
3. Domain Name Portfolio: Strategic domain name registrations across multiple top-level domains
4. Social Media Identifiers: Proprietary usernames, handles, and digital identifiers across social media platforms

B. Copyrightable Subject Matter
Our copyright portfolio includes, without limitation:

• Original literary works, including marketing materials, educational content, and proprietary methodologies
• Audiovisual works, including video content, presentations, and multimedia materials
• Graphic works, including logos, design elements, and visual branding materials
• Musical works and sound recordings used in commercial activities
• Software code, algorithms, and digital implementations

C. Trade Secrets and Confidential Information
We maintain extensive trade secret protection over:

• Proprietary business methodologies and processes
• Client lists and customer information
• Financial models and analytical frameworks
• Strategic business plans and competitive intelligence
• Technical know-how and operational procedures

IV. COMPREHENSIVE PROHIBITION OF UNAUTHORIZED USE

A. Expressly Prohibited Activities
The following activities constitute per se infringement and unfair competition, and are expressly prohibited without exception:

Direct Infringement:
1. Use of identical or confusingly similar marks in connection with any goods or services
2. Reproduction, distribution, or display of copyrighted materials
3. Reverse engineering, decompilation, or analysis of proprietary systems
4. Misappropriation of trade secrets or confidential information

Contributory and Vicarious Infringement:
1. Providing platforms, services, or assistance for direct infringement
2. Exercising control over infringing activities while benefiting financially
3. Inducing, encouraging, or facilitating infringement by third parties

Trademark Dilution:
1. Use that diminishes the distinctive quality of famous marks (dilution by blurring)
2. Use that harms the reputation of famous marks (dilution by tarnishment)
3. Use in comparative advertising that creates dilutive effects

Cybersquatting and Digital Infringement:
1. Registration of domain names confusingly similar to our marks
2. Use of our marks in metadata, keywords, or search engine optimization
3. Creation of social media accounts using our marks or confusingly similar identifiers
4. Typosquatting, cybersquatting, or other bad faith domain registration practices

Unfair Competition:
1. False designation of origin or sponsorship
2. False or misleading advertising
3. Commercial disparagement or trade libel
4. Misappropriation of commercial value or goodwill

B. Analysis of Consumer Confusion
In analyzing likelihood of confusion, courts consider the multifactor test established in Polaroid Corp. v. Polarad Electronics Corp., 287 F.2d 492 (2d Cir. 1961), and its progeny, examining: (1) strength of the senior mark; (2) similarity of the marks; (3) competitive proximity of the products; (4) likelihood that the senior user will bridge the gap; (5) evidence of actual confusion; (6) defendant's good faith; (7) quality of defendant's product; and (8) sophistication of the relevant consumers. Given the strength and distinctiveness of our marks and the breadth of our business operations, unauthorized use creates a substantial likelihood of confusion under any reasonable application of these factors.

V. ENFORCEMENT STRATEGY AND LEGAL CONSEQUENCES

A. Comprehensive Enforcement Program
Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC has implemented a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional intellectual property enforcement program employing:

1. Advanced Monitoring Systems: Proprietary and third-party monitoring technologies for detection of unauthorized use across digital and traditional media
2. Global Investigation Network: Retained investigators and intellectual property enforcement specialists operating across multiple jurisdictions
3. Elite Legal Counsel: Engagement of preeminent intellectual property litigation firms with demonstrated expertise in complex IP enforcement
4. Strategic Enforcement Protocols: Systematic approach to enforcement prioritizing maximum deterrent effect and protection of commercial interests

B. Civil Remedies and Monetary Relief
Infringement will result in immediate commencement of federal court litigation seeking comprehensive relief, including but not limited to:

Injunctive Relief:
• Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 65
• Permanent injunctive relief prohibiting all infringing activities
• Mandatory injunctions requiring affirmative corrective action
• Asset freezing and preservation orders where appropriate

Monetary Damages:
• Actual damages suffered by plaintiff, including lost profits and diminished value of intellectual property assets
• Defendant's profits attributable to infringement, pursuant to 15 U.S.C. § 1117(a)
• Enhanced damages for willful infringement, up to treble damages under applicable statutes
• Statutory damages where available under federal copyright law, up to $150,000 per work infringed
• Cybersquatting damages ranging from $1,000 to $100,000 per domain name under 15 U.S.C. § 1117(d)

Additional Relief:
• Destruction or delivery up of all infringing materials and instrumentalities
• Corrective advertising and public notices of infringement
• Recall and destruction of infringing products
• Assignment of infringing domain names and digital assets
• Comprehensive accounting of all revenues and profits derived from infringement

Attorney's Fees and Costs:
• Recovery of attorney's fees in exceptional cases under 15 U.S.C. § 1117(a)
• Recovery of costs and expenses of investigation and enforcement
• Recovery of expert witness fees and litigation expenses

C. Criminal Enforcement and Regulatory Action
Where appropriate, we will pursue criminal enforcement through:

• Referral to United States Attorney's Office for criminal trademark and copyright prosecution
• Coordination with FBI and other federal law enforcement agencies
• International enforcement through Interpol and foreign law enforcement
• Administrative proceedings before the USPTO, including opposition and cancellation proceedings
• Enforcement actions before ICANN and domain name arbitration panels

VI. INTERNATIONAL ENFORCEMENT AND EXTRATERRITORIAL APPLICATION

A. Global Enforcement Strategy
Our intellectual property enforcement extends globally through:

1. International Arbitration: Proceedings under UDRP, URS, and other international arbitration frameworks
2. Foreign Court Litigation: Strategic litigation in key international markets
3. Treaty-Based Enforcement: Utilization of international intellectual property treaties for cross-border enforcement
4. Customs and Border Protection: Registration with customs authorities for prevention of importation of infringing goods

B. Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
United States courts exercise extraterritorial jurisdiction over trademark infringement affecting U.S. commerce pursuant to the Lanham Act, enabling enforcement against foreign defendants whose conduct has effects within the United States. We actively pursue such extraterritorial enforcement where legally permissible and strategically advantageous.

VII. LICENSING AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
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A. Authorized Use Requirements

NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED LICENSE is granted to any intellectual property of Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC except pursuant to written license agreements executed by duly authorized corporate officers and approved by our Board of Directors or designated committee thereof. Any purported license, authorization, or permission not executed in strict compliance with our corporate authorization procedures and containing appropriate legal safeguards is void ab initio and of no legal effect.

B. Technology Transfer Protocols
All authorized licensing and technology transfer arrangements must comply with:

• Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. Parts 730-774
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130
• Foreign investment regulations and national security considerations
• Antitrust and competition law compliance requirements

VIII. DIGITAL MILLENNIUM COPYRIGHT ACT AND SAFE HARBOR PROVISIONS
A. DMCA Takedown Procedures
Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC reserves all rights under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. § 512, and analogous international frameworks. We maintain sophisticated automated systems for detection of infringing content and will pursue expedited removal through:

1. Statutory Takedown Notices: Formal DMCA notices to service providers and platforms
2. Automated Content Recognition: Deployment of advanced content identification technology
3. Repeat Infringer Policies: Enforcement of policies requiring platforms to terminate repeat infringers
4. Safe Harbor Compliance: Strict enforcement of service provider safe harbor requirements

B. Counter-Notice Abuse Prevention
We actively monitor and pursue legal action against abuse of DMCA counter-notice procedures, including claims for perjury under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f) and common law claims for interference with business relations.

IX. TRADE SECRET PROTECTION AND CONFIDENTIALITY
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A. Comprehensive Trade Secret Program
Our trade secret protection program encompasses:
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1. Physical Security: Restricted access facilities and secure document storage
2. Digital Security: Encrypted communications, secure servers, and access controls
3. Personnel Security: Comprehensive confidentiality agreements and security protocols
4. Vendor Management: Rigorous third-party confidentiality and security requirements

B. Defend Trade Secrets Act Compliance
All personnel and contractors are subject to comprehensive confidentiality obligations under the Defend Trade Secrets Act, 18 U.S.C. § 1836 et seq., including potential criminal liability for trade secret misappropriation and civil liability for exemplary damages up to twice the amount of actual damages.

X. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND GOVERNMENT ENFORCEMENT

A. Federal Trade Commission Coordination
We maintain active coordination with the Federal Trade Commission regarding enforcement of intellectual property rights and prevention of deceptive trade practices affecting our commercial interests.

B. International Trade Commission Proceedings
Where appropriate, we pursue enforcement through International Trade Commission Section 337 proceedings for exclusion of infringing imports and cease and desist orders against domestic companies.

XI. SOPHISTICATED MONITORING AND DETECTION SYSTEMS
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A. Advanced Technology Deployment
Our enforcement program employs cutting-edge technology including:

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for content detection
• Blockchain-based authentication and verification systems
• Advanced data analytics for infringement pattern recognition
• Real-time monitoring across digital platforms and marketplaces

B. Global Intelligence Network
We maintain relationships with intellectual property enforcement specialists, private investigators, and technology experts across major international markets to ensure comprehensive protection of our rights.

XII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ALTERNATIVE ENFORCEMENT

A. Alternative Dispute Resolution
While we reserve all rights to pursue litigation, we may, in our sole discretion, consider alternative dispute resolution mechanisms including:

• Binding arbitration before specialized intellectual property panels
• Mediation through recognized intellectual property mediation services
• Administrative proceedings before industry-specific panels

B. Strategic Settlement Framework
Any resolution of intellectual property disputes must include comprehensive safeguards protecting our ongoing rights and preventing future infringement, including but not limited to permanent injunctive relief, monetary compensation, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

XIII. COMPLIANCE MONITORING AND ONGOING OBLIGATIONS

A. Mandatory Compliance Programs
Any authorized users of our intellectual property must maintain comprehensive compliance programs including:

• Regular compliance auditing and reporting
• Personnel training on intellectual property obligations
• Implementation of appropriate safeguards and security measures
• Prompt reporting of potential infringement by third parties

B. Ongoing Monitoring Obligations
We reserve the right to monitor compliance with all intellectual property obligations through regular audits, inspections, and review of relevant records and systems.

CONCLUSION AND CONTACT INFORMATION

This Intellectual Property Protection Notice represents a comprehensive but non-exhaustive statement of Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC's intellectual property rights and enforcement policies. Our intellectual property portfolio continues to expand through ongoing innovation, strategic acquisitions, and international registration programs.

Pioneer Capital Advisory LLC maintains an absolute zero-tolerance policy for intellectual property infringement and will enforce its rights through all available legal mechanisms without exception, hesitation, or compromise. Our enforcement program is designed to maximize deterrent effect, protect commercial interests, and preserve the substantial value of our intellectual property assets.

For inquiries regarding authorized licensing opportunities or other intellectual property matters, contact our Legal Department through official corporate channels. All such inquiries must be submitted in writing and will be subject to comprehensive legal review and approval processes.

WARNING: This notice is updated periodically to reflect our expanding intellectual property portfolio, evolving enforcement strategies, and changes in applicable law. Ignorance of our intellectual property rights does not constitute a defense to infringement, and all persons and entities are deemed to have constructive notice of our proprietary rights.

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